Preparing for the Second Coming: By Tom Pettit
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- čas přidán 28. 09. 2020
- By Tom Pettit
"And behold, I come quickly". With the Lord's work hastening and the world in commotion, what are the spiritual signs to watch for? What are the best things to be doing right now to prepare for the Lord's return? No gossip or rumors included here! We will reference the words of the prophets and the words of the Savior to help discover the answers to these two questions.
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When I started my spiritual awakening, I thought if I get myself to pray twice a day and read the scriptures every day, I will be good. Now I realized it's not enough anymore. I pray multiple times through out the day and then practice listening to the Spirit. I cut out social media from my life and focus on reading church books and listening to the conference talks. In the coming days if you want to keep the oil in your lamp and be ready, you need to immerse yourself in the environment that invites the Spirit all day.
Yes , I'm finding that this is the only way to do it. I keep failing. But I've found that the only way to Jesus Christ is to immerse completely in his life style.
I haven't been to church in over 20 years...a few months ago I started to feel an urgency to become active again that has grown stronger... I have "stumbled" onto your channel this morning after a conversation with the Lord 🙏 this morning... Thank you...
Maybe there was a little "nudge" from the spirit too. 😉 Day by day, moment by moment. Your direction of travel in relation to The Lord and his gospel is more important than your current or past location. Elder Bednar reminded us in conference a while ago, this is a gospel of BECOMING. The Atonement of Christ and the blessing of repentance is at the heart of BECOMING what we can be; a better follower of Chtist. Not better than anyone else. But better than what we were.
Hi Jane! I am glad we have connected.
Yay Jane!
I have been "inconsistent" in the church for a long while as well, I have made sure I paid my tithing, but was spotty on attendance, I have felt that urgency also.
Jane, Have you ever attended Catholic Mass? During this beautiful season of preparation for the birth of Jesus, why not go to a celebration of the bloodless sacrifice of the lamb. We celebrate mass every day and we believe in true presence in the bread and wine, which is what Jesus taught at the Last Supper. It is not a symbol, it IS His body and blood.I can not understand how LDS do not go to church on this most sacred day unless it is on a Sunday.
Peace!
You know what I'm grateful for? Seeing so many of my brothers and sisters who are awake and watching the signs. Sometimes I feel like I'm all alone when I talk to friends or members of my ward who don't seem to be paying attention and I'm so glad to see people who are!
You aren't alone! I feel the same way and there are many of us out there. We are the ones appointed to wake people up from their slumber. Whether they wake up or not is up to them. But part of why you are going through this experience is so that you can feel the way the prophets of old felt when they tried to wake people up. I realized that we are like one in one hundred or even more. So just think how much Christ trusts you and how much he is guiding your life. So those of us who are awake to what is going on are charged with spreading the word to others. I'm so happy that these videos are being made by these awesome dedicated members. We are on the brink of a great miracle! Stay strong sis!
Spread the word, the Messiah is coming to save his righteous people
“Religion is, verily, the chief instrument for the establishment of order in the world, and of tranquility amongst its peoples. The weakening of the pillars of religion hath strengthened the foolish, and emboldened them, and made them more arrogant. Verily I say: The greater the decline of religion, the more grievous the waywardness of the ungodly. This cannot but lead in the end to chaos and confusion. Hear Me, O men of insight, and be warned, ye who are endued with discernment!” [Baha’u’llah (The promised one) , Epistle to the Son of the Wolf, p. 27]
You’re not
I see so many people watching the sings it makes me second guess myself an think "maybe it's all in my head"
I have a friend who, before she died, had a visit with the Savior. Regarding the Second Coming she said, "He is waiting for us to repent."
One of the most important things the Lord has instituted is this practice of teaching one another. You are sharing your testimony of truths you have learned and, hopefully, it will inspire others to study, pray, and share.
I like what you said about becoming more righteous as the world becomes more wicked. That is the truth. We need to come away from the world and I see it in my own life as we get caught up in the election and the Covid virus and things being said on fb and CZcams. Thank you for the truths that you have shared!
With so much negativity and doom and gloom in the world, this was uplifting and hopeful. Thank you.
Thanks Carrie!
@@storiesoftherestoration2080 back your Teaching with Scriptures from the Bible, You can't Do you are just Another Mormon Trying to convince people to believe your false Doctrine
I truly enjoy listening and learning. The Savior has many people on the earth in the kingdom who are ready to receive the commandment or invitation to gather in Adam Ondi Omen. Christ and all of the Holy Angels stand ready to come. Christ is waiting to receive word from His Father. When the Father says, Jehovah gather Adam, Petter, James, John and so on and so forth , and go to Adam Ondi Omen and gather the Faithful Saints both living and Dead, receive the Keys and reports from each dispensation, prepare the people to build the new Jerusalem, and to gather the remnants of Israel and return and report. What a glorious time this will be!!
I loved this presentation!!! Its easy to get down and overwhelmed by the conditions today but also we need to remember if our prophet is optimistic about the future than we can be too!!!
Thank you for sharing this information...I have been trying to study the Second. Coming, and The Last Days lately, and this helps build my understanding....We are definitely in the last days.
This is really amazing!! Some good insights!! I was wondering and fretting about what I personally could do to change my lack of freedoms! Now I see!!! And yes, I am grateful for the time of Covid, it had woken me up and brought me closer to Christ! I love the thought that Christ will come to us!!! Let’s keep fine tuning, and get Him here!!
Couldn't agree more!
Great fireside. I’m going to listen again and write down the scripture references. Thank you. I’m so encouraged and have JOY for being alive now!
Thank you so much for staying right on track with the scriptures, prophets and apostles. Thank you for not speculating! You were so careful in each statement you made.That was a perfect presentation of the gospel of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
I agree with you!
Brother Tom, thank you so very much for this presentation. This is one of the first I have learned from as regards the Spiritual Preparations and your presentation was incredible.
This was SO good! I really appreciate your approach. I loved that you taught about how we need to be a people ready to meet the Lord and rise higher. I truly feel that the Prophet knows when the coming of Jesus Christ will be. I was just pondering that today prior to watching this and I was SO grateful that you covered that topic. I have been praying for more videos like this to help me learn of the second coming and apply the scriptures as I learn. Thank you!
Brother Petit is one of my go to sources for spiritual enlightenment. Dude, you are the man! Thank you for your efforts to turn hearts and minds to Christ. Been going to your commentaries for over a year now. I'm never disappointed. Thanks bro.
I think "holding onto the Word of God", or the Iron Rod, really is allowing our divinely appointed entourage of Angels, that is in the Spirit realm, beaming spiritual light, love and truth into our spirits sustaining us this way while living our day-to-day life here in mortality while simultaneously evil spirits trying to thwart us off the path using many distraction and techniques. In essence, "holding onto the Rod of Iron", is surrendering to our "Higher Power".
This was EXCELLENT Tom!! The second coming is one of my favorite topics and I love how you pull it all together. Listening to you makes me want to do better, not treat the gospel and Book of Mormon lightly, and listen and follow the Prophet with more exactness. I want to be in the half that is ready to meet the Savior. Keep up the good work friend!!
Thank you so much for sharing your insights of the last days. I was overwhelmed with sadness on our country’s corruptions, but then I found you on CZcams.
Watching this gave me hope and a reminder that fear is the Adversary’s weapon to gain access to our hearts.
Again, thank you🙏.
Thanks very much! I am glad that you found the video to be helpful.
It's the great and terrible day...the righteous becomes more righteous and the wicked becomes more wicked! I enjoy listening to all that you have to say about the last days!
Oh l AM watching the signs, yes...a long time, cannot see how anyone can miss them... we shall always be grateful to you....🇬🇧
Wonderful, thank you. I cried when I finished reading the Book of Mormon this year. I've read it many times throughout my life, but this time it felt more needed than ever before. It was bittersweet to have enjoyed it and have that study come to an end as a complete work for now. God bless you and all who read this 💝
I've also been delving into the restored gospel besides the Bible. All of it aligns together. I feel the presence of the Spirit. Demons have been trying to get to me as well but whenever I call to Christ, the demons flee.
AWESOME presentation. It’s too bad 7 billion people aren’t watching and understanding. Thank you.
You can’t say that. God has his people all over the world. There are many who seek Him
Loved your point about the Lord waiting for us to be ready - often wished that the world didn't have to be so cruel and it's a relief to know that it doesn't need to be that way.
Exactly.
Wonderful, wonderful presentation! You set me straight on a few misguided thoughts. I love the idea of focusing on being more righteous for Him to come. Thank you, thank you for your wonderful insights. The spirit whispers and bears co formation of truth as I listen!
The lockdowns have been a blessing for me and strengthened my faith more.
Same.
A general authority (I think a Seventy) was visiting an area in Idaho, and
told the leaders there that the parable of the ten virgins was not about the world, and not about the Saints, but it is about the active members of the church. Half of the active members of the church will not be ready or prepared for the Savior’s Second Coming!!!!
Thank’s for your marvelous presentation here!!! I surely appreciate it!!! I am grateful and pleased to have found your site!!❣️
I’ll be looking at some more of your
presentations!! Thank you for your efforts!!!
Words of wisdom. Thank you so much.
Came across this again and wow! It's more powerful now in light of what is happening in the world. Thank you Brother Pettit.
Same here. Just found it today! Wow!
😆 I just found this *again* today, thought it was new but realised I'd already seen it. Watched it again and still learned a lot.
I live in Ky.. I see many Christians friends who love deeply Jesus Christ talking about Hearing Him! It about shocks me. I good friend said.. the Lord told me to do whatever I can daily to Hear Him!
She said it just like that. I was awed. I heard it again in a podcast by Sally Clarkson.
That's awesome!
Oh MY! look at the comfort and blessing your words and your quotes from the scriptures and the comforting messages of the Lord to us through all of that time (4 months ago)until right now on February 15/21 what we've gone through! since you posted this video! it's incredible and thank you for this message and the Hymn that comes to my mind is:"Let us all press On!!"
THANK U BRO. PETTIT 💪👍🥳🙋
Yes! Thank you!
The parable of the 10 Virgins isn't just about members of the church, but about endowed, temple-worthy members of the church. It's a much smaller percentage that will be ready when the Bridegroom returns.
Ooo...I can see that parallel. Thanks for sharing 👍
@@shelliekircher8269 Thank you for sharing this comment. I agree it is about the active members of our faith. A great reminder for all of us to be ready and with our oil filled. This makes me think of why Pres. Nelson has told us to strive to #HearHIM (HIM is Jesus Christ for those who are not sure what this hashtag means). Personal revelation is key, and he also told us this was important for us to survive the Last Days.
KC could you point out where you heard the parable is pointed to endowed and temple worthy members. I’ve not heard that before. Thanks.
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@@lornanicholson3880 Maybe I misunderstood KCs reply to be that 50 percent of faithful endowed, temple-worthy members will also be unready at the Saviors coming. My understanding is that 50 percent of the whole church, members of record, will be unready. I think very few endowed, temple- worthy members will be in the unprepared 50 percent and that most likely all of the 50 percent that are prepared will be endowed, temple- worthy members with their righteous pre-endowed children. Just want to emphasize that being a faithful endowed, temple-worthy member is a great qualification to be in the 50 percent prepared for the Savior’s return. This is only my opinion. Tom only mentions the parable also being a prophesy but correctly doesn’t break it down or speculate publicly between endowed members vs not endowed members without solid, prophetic support.
Thank you for all of your time and preparation! I loved it and will be sharing it with my friends and family!
WOW! My ministering partner sent me this link tonight, and it's AWESOME 👍🏻
Here we are at the tail end of November 2021, and the proof is STILL in the pudding... TRUTH DOESN'T CHANGE💪🏽🤍🕊
Thank you for this POSITIVE and INFORMATIVE fireside 👋🏻😃
God bless and keep you and yours 🙏🏼💞
I was so enlightened by all of this. Thank you so much for clearing up so many things in my understanding. This was great!
You're so welcome!
"I have faith that the Constitution will be saved as prophesied by Joseph Smith. But it will not be saved in Washington. It will be saved by the citizens of this nation who love and cherish freedom." It will be saved not only by righteous, watchful members of the church (Elders of Israel) but ALSO like-minded, god-fearing and Constitution defending ' *citizens of this nation* who LOVE AND CHERISH FREEDOM! We are not alone!
Great point! Thank you for the insight.
The above quote is from President Ezra Taft Benson. The one posted by R. Soliai
I think the bedrock principle undergirding the US Constitution is closely related to the fundamental conflict in our premortal sphere, which was compulsion vs. freedom. Free societies are based on the principle of individual sovereignty, meaning rights are an inherent characteristic of the individual, whereas unfree societies are based on the notion that might makes right. Grouping people into highly visible classes serves the latter in that a group of people can more easily overpower unorganized people, and overpowering others is the primary concern of those who despise freedom.
Correct. Excellent comment. This is a continuation of the war in heaven, freedom (the constitution) vs. Force (communism -socialism) unfortunately many who kept their first estate, are not fighting on the right side this time.
I believe it is vital that we stand up for our constitution and the rule of law. Our voices in the form of free and fair and lawful elections have been stolen and destroyed for a long time. We must stand up and end the attacks upon our freedom and rights as citizens. We can't allow socialism and communism to take control of our free nation!
Thank you! I enjoyed your perspective. Been praying so much through this year and the Holy Ghost keeps whispering:Stay Calm. I am in charge.
Yes Kimberly, the spirit been saying stay calm to many people all over the world. So wonderful!
We must focus on Christ
Thats been my answer this year too facing other challenges amidst the covid...
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I've been told by the Spirit to seek joy, remain on the path and have patience.
We can get through this together as long as we lift each other and include the Lord.
Elder Pettit! I just found this channel! You are awesome! This doesn’t surprise me at all. I got to serve along side this guy in Australia and he was an excellent missionary!! So great to hear your thoughts! (Elder Hunter😉 )
@@storiesoftherestoration2080 😂😂 ya what can i say... i was a 19 year old... seems like another lifetime! Fun memories!!! Im totally going to listen to these on a regular basis now! I havent seen enough to figure out the background though. Are you a seminary or institute teacher doing this while we are all dealing with the covid thing? 60k views seems like quite the class-size! Excellent job though!!!
@@erichunter14 Thanks! I actually started doing Church History Tours about 8 years ago. No tours in 2020 so I thought I'd start putting some of the stories out here.
@@storiesoftherestoration2080 Brother Pettit,
May I get your reference for when Joseph Smith said Jesus was referring to the people of that time. [Amos 3:7](About minute 58) 🙏🏽
17:32 thank you!!! The righteousness is showing Gods love and faith on us His Children. He does not want His children to sin to bring about His Plan! We chose to love Him in Gathering us all who want to come.
No cohesion. Council and love only
The lack of truth on some media sites doesn't mean that there isn't truth on others.
Thank You from Sweden.
You are welcome!
I've watched a lot of these kinds of presentations and this was one of my favorites! Thank you!
Wow, thank you!
I just found your channel and I'm so excited to watch your videos 🌼
Love your Fireside. My family and i have discussed many scriptures that you have shared. You have added much more. Thankyou. I am so grateful for our Prophet and the church leaders which direct the church in these the latter days. We have eternity to look forward to.
We are not left alone. We have the scriptures, Ministering brothers and sisters. We have Come follow me, and our Prophet to guide us.
Love these messages!! Thank you!
Brother Pettit, you've mentioned part of 1 Nephi 13, that's my favorite chapter! All the quotes that you mentioned warn us to be prepared and ready for the Second coming. We are going through hard times but if we are obedient we'll be fine. Thank you for all the insights and for sharing your time with us. May our Lord bless you and your family
Thank you Brother Pettit. I had to register a couple times and am not sure but I will listen again taking notes so I can glean the information you have so carefully prepared and presented. I so hope to be a prepared Virgin...from Vernal, Utah.
8:13 June of 23
I am in USA
In my mid .50s , I grew up seeing many different things already happening and getting worse as time goes by,When I was a child I was told by many people in different churches
It's only going to get worse and When it comes to a point that nothing else is able to be done with out Jesus Christ and The 2 nd coming to happen.
. I've really seen it become so very much more than I thought in my life time.
And I share with my family, and others that are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Just Friday My helper tells me that I really explain things in the Holy Bible and what these many people really still mean to us in these days
Important people.
Priesthood and why it's important for everyone, Jesus Christ is the Greatest High Priest 🙏
She just doesn't have time for regular lessons.
Absolutely love your show. I’m grateful for your service and helping me understand the gospel principles better. Thank you.
With the Prophet said be more great fully we get closer to God and the Savior
Church has been more spiritual to me now since Covid. Our ward is amazing. Our Sunday School lessons are so uplifting, Sacrament speeches are just full of the power of God, the young man and his father who spoke today, father's Day, just complimented each other so well. It reinforced how valuable good Fathers are in a home.
Tom. Once again you nailed it. Thanks so much for your effort and spirit. Not at all a spirit of fear or “ please buy my book for $ 39”. Not at all the message from the church’s of accommodation. Straight for testimony and love of the gospel. Thanks
I watch your lessons and presentations repeatedly. Thank you for your faith and obedience that blesses the lives of those who are fortunate to watch and listen. I am so grateful for this opportunity and for your willingness to unselfishly share your knowledge and wisdom!
You are very welcome
This is awesome Brother Pettit, Thank you for your time and your knowledge!! Thank you for sharing your talents and using them for good. ❤️✌️😀
Excellent information! Thank you, so much for your diligent study and preparation! Because Father has blessed my life in so many ways, I don't want to let Him, nor my Savior, down. Your information is so helpful. Thank you. 💜
This sword shall never be sheathed again until the kingdoms of this world become the kingdom of our God and his Christ.
Thank you, Brother Pettit! I binge watched you Adam Ondi Ahman (43 mins 2ce) and the (22 mins 1ce) then the Spiritual Signs of Second Coming. You are on fire! Thank you so much. It was a great way to spend my night. I look forward to finding the talks, reading the scriptures, and finding the quotes you used. I really felt guided to your firesides. I am very grateful. Thank you
Thanks very much for your kind comments. I am glad we have connected here.
This has been so beautiful to hear and to learn about! Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for your reverberating of the Lord's words for us!
I remember around the late 1980’s while living in Orem watching some news program in which the reporter was on the steps of the church office building when President Kimball came out of the office building and was making some comments. Among them was that he declared the day of the gentile was now over and now is the time of the Jew. I’ve met a couple of people who remember that as well. It was a very unusual comment to say. I remember it clearly to this day. Are there any others out there that remember this?
I remember. And now we have our American President who has negotiated several peace arrangements between Israel and nearby countries who were formerly at odds, with the signed agreement entitled the Abraham Accord. Also, the historic movement of the US Embassy to Jerusalem. Yes, the time of the Jew is happening!
This is my 4rd watch...l lo💕e to learn....bro Pettit, thank you, love to your supportive family too..
Very well done. Thank you for sharing with us your knowledge and understanding. In just 2 short months how we see the corruption in our gov coming into the light.
There was so much in this I had to rewind several times and hear it again... it was great!!!... I am well fed...Thank you
Glad you enjoyed it!
This is what the feelings that I have been having for years I KNOW THAT THIS THE TRUE CHURCH OF GOD AND SOON WE WILL BE SEEING THE SECOND COMING SOON 🙏 MY PRAYER IS THAT ME CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN WE HEAR THE WORDS OF THE PROPHETS
Good thing I joined. Now I am counting on the blessings of the Lord, a wife, sons & daughters, spiritual salvation from Christ; my Lord & Savior and keeping to His Commandments.
Thank you for your time. I wrote a lot down and will enjoy my research. Chris
We’re definitely getting close! Thank You❣️🙏🏻
Tom, thank you for your words and research, for it helps us put oil in our lamps.❤
Thank for taking the time to put these stories on CZcams.
Thanks for listening
Thank you Tom; wonderful presentation and a comprehensive and orderly list of observations from the scriptures and the brethren. A watch again presentation to help reinforce the valuable and must know information you disseminated. Thank you again for your time and commitment, not just the research you did but for being a watchman on the tower.
Thanks very much for your kind words. I am glad you enjoyed the video.
Love Tom C Petit sessions..clear concise, upliftingly beautiful..thanks me ducky, ....England
Loved this presentation. thanks!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Superb. Thank you so very much!!
Thank you so much for that wonderful presentation it touched my spirit and healed my soul it was awesome
You are so welcome
Thank you i am GRATFUL for this Video ..
Beautiful truths that offer hope and encouragement. Through inspirations power we can be aware of what is to come and how to be prepared.
Well said!
Thank you for your wonderful presentation!
It's sad there aren't more views on this video. It's great stuff!
Nick Barth: I agree!
Seeing your crown is an honor. Its why i take off my hat to passerby birds clearly saying hello.
I just got the attention of a publisher for my book. I believe myself to be this person. I'm only now doing research on those ready to recieve (im 31 now and "will be as i was" when im 33). And i did not know prophecy mentioned this continent that is indeed my birthplace.
Hello, all.
Thank you, your lessons are outstanding. Good work Brother, keep them coming.
Wow there's a lot in here I really needed to hear, thanks brother 🤙🏽
I thoroughly enjoyed this, so good to hear, thanks again!!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Really enjoyed this video. I have a tendency to look for the signs of time but neglected the spiritual part. Thank you so much
Thank you. I have learned so much and striving to do better.
So absolutely inspiring and hope-filled!
Thank you! ☀️
I read dedicatedly and daily.. I study diligently but I still so badly desire help in understanding what the prophecies in Revelations and in Old testament means.. oh please do more teaching guiding us in understanding symbols and signs.
This was AMAZING!!!!!!! Thank you!
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Glad you enjoyed it!
@@storiesoftherestoration2080 Brother Pettit, would you mind giving me the reference from your Joseph Smith quote at 58:55, please? It was fantastic!!!! Thank you for putting these videos together. They are wonderful! 🙏🏼💙
Thanks so much for these valuable insights!
Personal revelation is "His word" to us individually. Pres Nelson said we have to have personal revelation in order to survive what is coming. Pres Nelson is giving us "His word".
THANK YOU. So enlivening.
This is a video I will rewatch many times.
And share.
Thank you so much!
Peace shall be taken from our earth. Conflict is becoming the norm. I am in need of repenting of not being a peacemaker.
I'm so grateful for the ability to watch this. I learned so much! And even i had the thinking regarding the wickedness of the world that was from the adversary. I detest that he is so tricky, cunning, and I was clueless to the false knowledge or belief I had. It scares me how believable his twists and lies can be. Thank you for this video!
Thank you! Love all your videos.
I was inspired and have shared with my beloved family and friends.
Hi Susan. I am glad you liked it. Thank you!
Wonderful lesson, thank you.
I am Thankful for our Prophet and Family and friends ❤️❤️❤️(. ❛ ᴗ ❛.)
Watching from France. Thank you very much for this topic and your insights. This confirms what I think.
You're very welcome
Awesome video, Tom!!! Where can we find the quote by Joseph Smith that the prophet WILL know the day and the hour of the Savior’s 2nd coming?! Please advise all of us!
It is strange to me that so many church members are not comfortable even hearing someone mention “the Savior is coming soon” or talk about all the signs that are being fulfilled! It’s as if it is a taboo subject! I really don’t understand this and I appreciate so much hearing you acknowledge that many signs are happening and we that we have been commanded to WATCH! I appreciate that you try not to ‘get political’ as you put it, but I never realized you were also an avid watcher! Way to go! 😎🙌🏼😁
I would like to know where that Joseph Smith quote is also...!
THANKS !!
Thank you, my 2nd viewing and it is even better. We love you brother Tom.
Thanks so much!