Priesthood and Church Government by John A. Widtsoe

Author:John A. Widtsoe
Language: eng
Format: mobi
Tags: Religion
Publisher: Deseret Book Company

7. the Spirit of Church Organization

Organization in general may be said to mean the methodical arrangement of the several parts of a structure into a harmonious whole, in order to give it system and means for use and action. Organization as applied to the Church is the orderly arrangement of its members and officers into a harmonious living body, for use and action.-PM 9.

We are governed by law, because we love one another, and are actuated by long-suffering and charity, and goodwill; and our whole organization is based upon the idea of self-control; the principle of give and take, and of rather being willing to suffer wrong than to do wrong. Our message is peace on earth and good will towards men; love, charity and forgiveness, which should actuate all associated with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Ours is a Church where law is dominant, but the law is the law of love. There are rules which should be observed, and will be observed if we have the spirit of the work in our hearts; and if we have not the spirit with us, we have only the form of godliness which is without strength.-GD 143.

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