Historical Background
Joseph Knight, Jr., wrote: “We commenced preparing houses on a brother’s land [in Thompson, Ohio, not far from Kirtland] who had a thousand acres. My folks came on. They were called the Colesville church [being a congregation of members from Colesville, New York]. We planted and sowed a great deal. The man was turned out of the church for bad conduct. His name was Leman Copley. He then began to persecute us and we had to leave his farm and pay sixty dollars damage for fitting up his houses and planting his ground. We then had a revelation to go to the western line of the States” (Joseph Knight, Jr.; “Incidents of History: 1829-1844.”).
D&C 54:1-6 A Message to Those Who Keep Their Covenants
Leman Copley did not keep the covenant he made to the Prophet and to the Lord that he would let the people from New York State live on his property. What did the Lord say concerning those who keep and those who break covenants? Why is it important that we keep the covenants we have made with the Lord and his appointed leaders?
D&C 54:7-10 Be Patient in Tribulation
Find the directions that the Lord gave these displaced people. What specific counsel does he give that would apply to anyone moving to a new location? Why is it wise for us all to be patient in times of tribulation? Have you ever had a time when you have been blessed because of your patience during a difficult time?
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