Historical Background
Section 61 instructed those traveling with Joseph Smith to travel quickly but to preach along the way and spread the glad tidings of the Restoration. This the men did. When they arrived in Chariton, Missouri, that were delighted to find members of the Church who had been in Independence: Hyrum Smith, John Murdock, David Whitmer, and Harvey Whitlock, who were on their way to Independence. Joseph sought for and received additional guidance for the brethren headed toward Western Missouri. That guidance is contained in this revelation. The group Joseph was with, consisting of himself and ten other men, continued on to Kirtland, Ohio, arriving on the 27th of August 1831. Thus, the trip Joseph and his associates took from Kirtland to Independence and back, with conferences in July to reveal the location of the New Jerusalem and other important matters, took three months.
D&C 62:1-3 The Testimony You Have Borne
What did the Lord tell the brethren headed for the land of Zion (Independence, Missouri), concerning the testimonies they had borne along the way as they traveled? What blessings should we expect from the Lord whenever we share our testimonies?
D&C 62:4-5 Continue Your Journey
What were the brethren supposed to do when they arrived in Zion? After they had completed their journey there, what were they to do as they returned home? Why would it be important for these elders to follow these instructions?
D&C 62:6-9 The Lord Promises and Cannot Lie
What blessings were available to the elders if they received the blessings with a thankful heart? What blessings are available to you from God if you are grateful? Cross-reference: D&C 59:21; D&C 14:6-7.
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