Jesus established his Church when he was on the earth. Through the persecution and martyrdom of Church leaders and the general wickedness of the people, the Church of Jesus Christ was taken from the earth. Today the Church of Jesus Christ has been restored and is called The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. All of the offices and functions of the Church in the days of Jesus are present in the Church today.
Discussion Have someone read or quote the sixth article of faith.
Discuss the similarity of this scripture and the article of faith. When Jesus established his Church, he personally instructed and directed its leaders. He, in turn, received his instructions from his Father in Heaven. True to his word, he continued to guide them from heaven. He revealed many glorious truths to John, which are written in the Book of Revelation.