Joy in the Word of Wisdom
What modern day prophets tells us about the Word of Wisdom.
“If people let the government decide what foods they eat and what medicines they take, their bodies will soon be in as sorry a state as are the souls who live under tyranny” Thomas Jefferson (1743 – 1826)
“The Doctor of the Future will give no Medicine but will Interest his Patients in the Care of the Human Frame, in Diet, and in the Cause and Prevention of Disease…” Thomas A. Edison
“When God first made man upon the earth, he was a different being entirely to what he now is; his body was strong, athletic, robust, and healthy; his days were prolonged upon the earth; he lived nearly 1000 years, his…
I know this is how the City of Enoch was taken up & how we will be taken up which is why I know how far away this is for us at this moment but I see a movement coming…
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LDS Prof Says Vegetarian Diet Upholds Mormon Scripture http://www.utahkrishnas.com/main/page.asp?id=3671
Many persons are so constituted, that if you put them in a parlour, keep a good fire for them, furnish them tea, cake, sweetmeats, etc., and nurse them tenderly, soaking their feet, and putting them to bed, they will die…
With reference to cola drinks, the Church has never officially taken a position on this matter, but the leaders of the Church have advised, and we do now specifically advise, against the use of any drink containing harmful habit-forming drugs under circumstances that would result in acquiring the habit. Any beverage that contains ingredients harmful to the body should be avoided. [The Priesthood Bulletin, Feb. 1972, p. 4; also in “The Word of Wisdom,” The Doctrine and Covenants: Student Manual (Salt Lake City, Utah: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 1981), p. 209.]
I was over in England a while back and a bishop asked me, “What is the Church’s stand on cola drinks?” I said, “Well, I can’t remember the exact wording of the bulletin, but I remember seeing the bulletin when…
While caffeine has usefulness in relieving pain and treating some illnesses like asthma, continued use, even in small doses, can be detrimental to good health. [“FYI: For Your Info,” New Era, vol. 27, no. 1 (Salt Lake City, Utah: The…
The Word of Wisdom dictates that when we become weary we should stop and rest. When we are threatened with exhaustion, through over-exertion, wisdom would caution us to wait, to stop; not to take a stimulant to urge us on…
Brigham Young said: Excessive eating, drinking, and exercise all tend to the grave. [“Knowledge—Object of Man’s Existence on the Earth, etc.,” reported by G. D. Watt, Journal of Discourses, vol. 11 (Liverpool: Brigham Young, Jun., 1867), p. 329.] Brigham Young,…
There are many ways in which we may break the Word of Wisdom. We break it when we eat more than is needful, even of wholesome foods. We have been commanded to do all things in moderation, “with judgment, not…
I think that another reason why I have very splendid strength for an old man is that during the years we have had a cafeteria in the Utah Hotel, I have not, with the exception of not more than a…
I still don’t eat very much meat. [“Strengthening the Family—the Basic Unit of the Church,” Ensign, vol. 8, no. 5 (Salt Lake City, Utah: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, May 1978), p. 47.] Spencer W. Kimball, President…
Yea, flesh also of beasts and of the fowls of the air, I, the Lord, have ordained for the use of man with thanksgiving; nevertheless they are to be used sparingly; and it is pleasing unto me that they should…
Eggs – Cons Eggs Are High in Cholesterol, But They Don’t Adversely Affect Blood Cholesterol Eggs [Organic cage free] – Pros A single large boiled egg contains Vitamin A: 6% of the RDA. Folate: 5% of the RDA. Vitamin B5:…
Here is a link to a great new documentary on the Word of Wisdom! Learn how Mormons are finding the hidden treasures in the Word of Wisdom. Thanks Spencer! Here is a link to a great new documentary on the…
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Elder Jeffrey R. Holland – October 2013 Conference – Topic: disabilities Like a Broken Vessel BY ELDER JEFFREY R. HOLLAND Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles How do you best respond when mental or emotional challenges confront you or those you…
