Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe in holy books of scripture that were recorded by prophets and handed down through the ages to our time. Now, we have the blessings of the knowledge of those who came before us, especially those who have testified of Jesus Christ. Members of the Church believe that scriptures are direct revelation from God to His chosen prophets. They study four books of scripture: the Holy Bible (usually the King James Version), the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of Great Price.
These books of scripture, when studied together, complete each other. Each expounds on the doctrine presented in its counterparts, and each testifies of the role of Jesus Christ as our Savior and Redeemer. The Holy Bible contains the Old Testament and the New Testament. This book is an account of the prophets who lived before the time of Christ, of the life and miracles of Jesus Christ during his time on the earth, and the apostles of Christ and their journeys after the Resurrection and the Ascension of Christ into Heaven. The Book of Mormon is a record of people who inhabited the ancient Americas. The Doctrine and Covenants are records of modern revelations received during the Restoration of the gospel. Today, the prophet of the Church continues to receive revelation to lead, guide, and instruct the members of the Church. The Pearl of Great Price contains the books of Moses and Abraham as well as the Articles of Faith.
Each of these books of scripture is unique and special. One can come to know whether or not these scriptures are truly the word of God by studying them. The scriptures are referenced often in BYU devotionals and forums, and can be accessed for free at churchofjesuschrist.org. These specific talks discuss the study of the scriptures and the blessing it can be in one’s life.
