A New Witness for God (Volume 1 of 3)

Name: A New Witness for God (Volume 1 of 3)
Author: B. H. Roberts

By B. H. Roberts

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The author contends that the Christian church suffered a prolonged apostasy that made a new divine witness necessary, then develops four theses: the world's need for such a witness; historical causes and evidence of apostasy; scriptural promises of a final restoration; and the claim that Joseph Smith fulfilled that role. Chapters trace persecution, institutional corruption, doctrinal change, prophecy, objections, and the prophet's character, teachings, miracles, and organizational achievements, using historical argument, prophetic interpretation, and appeals to moral testimony to argue for a restored dispensation of the gospel.

About the Author

B. H. Roberts

B. H. Roberts was a prominent figure in the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, known for his extensive writings on church doctrine and history. He authored several significant works, including "A New Witness for God," which explores the foundations of the faith, and "Defense of the Faith and the Saints," a two-volume series that defends the church against criticisms. Roberts also contributed to the understanding of ecclesiastical history through his book "Outlines of Ecclesiastical History." His writings reflect a deep commitment to the principles of his faith and have played a crucial role in shaping Latter-day Saint literature.