Found this in the D&C student manual re D&C 62:3:
Effective missionary work has a redemptive effect for the missionary as well as the convert. The Apostle James wrote, “He which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins” (James 5:20). Of that teaching, Elder Bruce R McConkie wrote: “By reclaiming an erring brother, we save both him and ourselves. Our sins are hidden (remitted) because we ministered for the salvation and blessing of another member of the kingdom. In principle this special reward for Christ’s ministers applies also to those who preach the gospel and bring souls into the kingdom. The minister is rewarded with salvation and, of necessity, in the process, is freed from his own sins. (D&C 4:1-4)” (Doctrinal New Testament Commentary, 3:279.)
Thanks for the education. It has certainly got me thinking. I know of no greater joy than preaching the gospel - at home, with family, to other Church members or anyone else.
ReplyDeleteIt got me thinking too. I love it when the light goes on.
ReplyDeleteI personally think this is a great bit of doctrine, as it's yet just another way that we are provided to try and help out ourselves by helping out others, this time in an eternal perspective...
ReplyDeleteRight. There are no ways I can think of that more fully involve us taking on the name of Christ than to be Saviors on Mount Zion - which of necessity has to include preaching the gospel.
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