Aren't we though, as a people, too dependant on someone with a title or calling, degree or other qualification to enlighten our minds and lead ours lives? Look at how many of us trusted Dr. Nelson.LDS Watchman wrote: ↑July 19th, 2022, 5:15 pmThat quote is taken out of context. What he's saying is that the people all need to do their part and not rely on him do everything for them.Alexander wrote: ↑July 19th, 2022, 5:10 pm"Prest. J. Smith rose, read the 14th Chap. of Ezekiel— said the Lord had declar’d by the prophet that the people should each one stand for himself and depend on no man or men in that state of corruption of the Jewish church— that righteous persons could only deliver their own souls— app[l]ied it to the present state of the church of Latter-Day Saints— said if the people departed from the Lord, they must fall— that they were depending on the prophet hence were darkened in their minds from neglect of themselves"Atticus wrote: ↑July 19th, 2022, 5:06 pmYeah, Jesus Christ said it about Joseph Smith.
4 Wherefore, meaning the church, thou shalt give heed unto all his words and commandments which he shall give unto you as he receiveth them, walking in all holiness before me;
5 For his word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth, in all patience and faith.
6 For by doing these things the gates of hell shall not prevail against you; yea, and the Lord God will disperse the powers of darkness from before you, and cause the heavens to shake for your good, and his name’s glory.
We are warned the church will be led completely into captivity or be slain by the sword when the leaders cease to lead the people in truth and righteousness.