Moroni ends his instructions by describing (1) how to qualify for baptism, (2) responsibilities of church members, and (3) how to conduct church meetings.
Chapter Outline
- Qualifications for baptism (v. 1-3)
- Duties of church members (v. 4-8)
- Church meetings (v. 9)
My Takeaways
- We can qualify for the ongoing companionship of the Holy Ghost by continuously fulfilling the requirements for baptism.
- Church members strengthen and sustain one another in their efforts to become true disciples of Jesus Christ.
- Church meetings include preaching, exhortation, prayer, and singing, all as directed by the Holy Ghost.
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Book of Mormon References in Moroni 6
Today as I studied Moroni 6, I found a number of phrases which referenced earlier passages in the Book of Mormon. Obviously, Moroni knew the Book of Mormon well. Still, I thought these references were striking, and I thought I’d share the connections I made today as I studied this chapter. Most of these phrases…
❖ Qualifications for baptism – Moroni 6:1-3
Qualifications for Baptism – Moroni 6:1-3
1 And now I speak concerning baptism. Behold, elders, priests, and teachers were baptized; and they were not baptized save they brought forth fruit meet that they were worthy of it. 2 Neither did they receive any unto baptism save they came forth with a broken heart and a contrite spirit, and witnessed unto the…
That They Truly Repented of All Their Sins – Moroni 6:1-3
1 And now I speak concerning baptism. Behold, elders, priests, and teachers were baptized; and they were not baptized save they brought forth fruit meet that they were worthy of it. 2 Neither did they receive any unto baptism save they came forth with a broken heart and a contrite spirit, and witnessed unto the…
❖ Duties of church members – Moroni 6:4-8
That They Might Be Remembered – Moroni 6:4-6
4 And after they had been received unto baptism, and were wrought upon and cleansed by the power of the Holy Ghost, they were numbered among the people of the church of Christ; and their names were taken, that they might be remembered and nourished by the good word of God, to keep them in…
Meeting Together Oft
Jesus instructed church members to meet together oft. Moroni explained that church members followed that practice. They seemed less concerned about the logistics of those meetings and more about strengthening relationships through frequent interactions.
“Meet Together Oft” – Moroni 6:5
Once you’ve started on the path of discipleship, how do you maintain your momentum? Believe it or not, part of the answer is meetings. As Nephi and his people organized a new city in the promised land, he consecrated his younger brothers, Jacob and Joseph, to be priests and teachers (2 Nephi 5:26). Their responsibility…
❖ Church meetings – Moroni 6:9
Why Is It Important for Us to Gather with Other Believers?
Some of the most transcendent events that are recorded in the Book of Mormon happened when a group of people gathered. King Benjamin called his people together not only to hear him speak, but also to invite them to enter a covenant relationship with God and take upon themselves the name of Christ (Mosiah 1:10-12).…
The Workings of the Spirit – Moroni 6:9
9 And their meetings were conducted by the church after the manner of the workings of the Spirit, and by the power of the Holy Ghost; for as the power of the Holy Ghost led them whether to preach, or to exhort, or to pray, or to supplicate, or to sing, even so it was done. (Moroni 6:9) Moroni…
Moroni 6:9 As the Power of the Holy Ghost Led Them
9 And their meetings were conducted by the church after the manner of the workings of the Spirit, and by the power of the Holy Ghost; for as the power of the Holy Ghost led them whether to preach, or to exhort, or to pray, or to supplicate, or to sing, even so it was…
Old Testament Foundations
“They That Feared the Lord Spake Often”
Malachi indicated that talking with other believers frequently can strengthen our faith and help us maintain our perspective. One of the purposes of regular church attendance is to build that kind of relationship with fellow believers.
Bread
We all respond regularly to physical hunger, but we may not be as aware of our spiritual hunger. Moses taught that we don’t live by bread alone, and Jesus quoted that teaching when Satan tempted Him. We need to nourish our spirits as we do our bodies.
New Testament Parallels
Songs, Sermons, Lessons, and Prayers
Moroni and Paul both explained that church services ought to include a variety of content provided by a variety of people. As we share what we have to contribute and learn from others, under the guidance of the Spirit, we are all edified.
“Feed My Sheep”
Three times, Jesus invited Peter to feed His sheep. We can be good shepherds by getting to know the people we serve, looking for ways to help them, and pointing them to the Savior.
How Did Jesus Observe the Sabbath Day?
On six occasions, the Pharisees accused Jesus of sabbath-breaking. In response, He taught them what it really means to keep the Sabbath day holy: Be joyful, do God’s work, and serve others. We also benefit from gathering with other believers on that day.
Watchful
Amulek exhorted the people of Ammonihah to be “watchful unto prayer continually, that ye may not be led away by the temptations of the devil” (Alma 34:39). Moroni later used the same phrase to describe the role of the church in the lives of believers: They were numbered among the people of the church of Christ; and…
Nourished
I ran my first marathon a little over two weeks ago. I was surprised at how much more preparation was required for a full marathon than for a half. In particular, I had to learn a lot about keeping my body hydrated and nourished while exercising for several hours. I thought of my marathon experience…
Why Is Jesus Called “the Author and the Finisher of Our Faith?”
“Author and finisher” can also be translated “pioneer and perfecter.” Jesus sparks our faith through His teachings and invitations, and then He works with us to improve and refine that faith over time.
Church History Connections
“With the Voice Together Shall They Sing”
The Book of Mormon opens with music. In the opening scene, Lehi sees in a vision: God sitting upon his throne, surrounded with numberless concourses of angels in the attitude of singing and praising their God. 1 Nephi 1:8 The prophet Isaiah associated singing with expressions of joy and gratitude. For example: “Sing, O heavens;…
Gathering → Unity
It’s hard to be united without spending time together. That’s why the Lord has instructed His church to “meet together oft.” Weekly worship services strengthen unity within a congregation, and semiannual global general conferences strengthen the unity of the global Church community.
All Posts Referencing Moroni 6
- Music as an Expression of Joy (11/30/2025)
- Speak Often One with Another (11/21/2025)
- Recorded on Earth and in Heaven (11/4/2025)
- Preaching the Gospel by the Spirit (5/25/2025)
- Spirit-Directed Meetings and Days (5/14/2025)
- Gathering → Unity (4/1/2025)
- Grace and Agency in Doctrine and Covenants 20 (3/15/2025)
- Book of Mormon Elements in Doctrine and Covenants 20 (3/14/2025)
- Christ’s New Testament Church (1/4/2025)
- Meeting Together Oft (12/8/2024)
- “O Ye Pollutions” (11/8/2024)
- “They That Feared the Lord Spake Often” (10/19/2024)
- “If Ye Will Repent…” (9/11/2024)
- Songs, Sermons, Lessons, and Prayers (9/5/2023)
- “Feed My Sheep” (7/1/2023)
- How Did Jesus Observe the Sabbath Day? (3/19/2023)
- Bread (2/1/2023)
- Letting Go of My Burdens (10/16/2022)
- The Fast That I Have Chosen (10/6/2022)
- The Book of Psalms and the Book of Mormon (8/27/2022)
- Shewbread (5/6/2022)
- Watchful (5/16/2021)
- “With the Voice Together Shall They Sing” (3/13/2021)
- Book of Mormon References in Moroni 6 (12/5/2020)
- “Meet Together Oft” – Moroni 6:5 (12/4/2020)
- Nourished (12/1/2020)
- “Wrought Upon” – 1 Nephi 13:12-13 (1/23/2020)
- What Is the Role of Music in the Gospel? (12/17/2019)
- What Are the Purposes of Fasting? (11/18/2019)
- What Is an Elder? (11/10/2019)
- Why Is It Important for Us to Gather with Other Believers? (8/10/2019)
- What Is “Fruit Meet for Repentance?” (6/22/2019)
- What Is A Contrite Spirit? (4/30/2019)
- What Does the Book of Mormon Teach About Forgiving Others? (4/27/2019)
- What Does It Mean to Do Something with “Real Intent?” (4/18/2019)
- What Does the Book of Mormon Teach About the Sacrament? (3/20/2019)
- Why Is Jesus Called “the Author and the Finisher of Our Faith?” (3/6/2019)
- Qualifications for Baptism – Moroni 6:1-3 (11/30/2018)
- The Workings of the Spirit – Moroni 6:9 (6/29/2017)
- That They Might Be Remembered – Moroni 6:4-6 (6/28/2017)
- That They Truly Repented of All Their Sins – Moroni 6:1-3 (6/27/2017)
- They Did Meet Together Oft to Partake – Moroni 6:5-6 (10/24/2016)
- “The Church Did Meet Together Oft” – Moroni 6:5-6 (7/3/2016)
- The Church Did Meet Together Oft – Moroni 6:5-6 (12/24/2015)
- Moroni 6:9 As the Power of the Holy Ghost Led Them (12/27/2014)