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“And ye became followers of us, and of the Lord, having received the word in much

affliction, with joy of the Holy Ghost:”—

1 Thessalonians 1:6

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“So that ye were ensamples to all that

believe…”—1 Thessalonians 2

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“Behold, I sent you out to testify and warn the people, and it becometh every man who hath been warned to

warn his neighbor.”—D&C 88:81

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“Therefore, they are left without excuse, and their sins are upon their own

heads.”D&C 88:82

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Others need to see you being an example, a representative

of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

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“The blessings you receive because of your goodness

affect not only your lives but also… lives of countless others in profound but often unknown

ways.”--Ann M. Dibb

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Mormon Example:In dress---modestly

In manner—politeness, courteousIn character—honesty, trustworthy

In convictions—honoring priesthood, obeying the Sabbath, living the covenants, and

being not ashamedto be a member of

the LDS church.

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“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is

the power of God unto salvation to every one that

believeth.”Romans 1:16

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“Ye are witnesses, and

God also…”

True ministers live and teach the gospel in righteousness

1 Thessalonians 2:1-10

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“Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of

God;”--D&C 18-10

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“…and bring, save it be one soul unto me, how great

shall be your joy with him in the kingdom of my Father.”

--D&C 18-15

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Every Member a Missionary

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints

Elder ________________

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“…Go ye into the all the world, and

preach the gospel to every creature.”

--Mark 16:15

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Besides Missionaries who receive glory and have joy in

those they teach and convert, so can we as

neighbors (friends) have joy in sharing the Gospel of

Christ.

See: 1 Thessalonians 2 11:20

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Sources:

Ann M. Dibb “I know it. I live it. I Love it” 2010 October General Conference