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Faith Precedes the Miracle: Based on Discourses of Spencer W. Kimball
Hardcover, 364 pages
Published
December 15th 1972
by Shadow Mountain
(first published 1972)
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I really enjoyed this book! After reading this book I wish I could remember Spencer W. Kimball as a prophet. He died when I was young and I don't remember him at all. This book helped me to get to know him a little better. It served as a great reminder that faith is such an important principle of the Gospel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
It is through faith that all great things come to past. Spencer W. Kimball was an amazing prophet and a very good writer. I loved how he we...more
It is through faith that all great things come to past. Spencer W. Kimball was an amazing prophet and a very good writer. I loved how he we...more
It was good to read this book again. It is wonderful to read President Kimball's testimony and teachings of Christ and the importance of having faith in Him and His plan. Really each of these chapters are different teachings on several different principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ, but they really all tie back into faith in Christ. We must have faith in Him and trust in Him. Here are a few of my favorite quotes/ideas from this time reading through:
"Faith is needed as much as ever before (pa...more
"Faith is needed as much as ever before (pa...more
My husband and I decided to read this in the evenings together. I believe every one of us at some point in our live has sought a miracle. The first chapter of this book delves immediately into the religious aspects of asking God for a miracle, and the role faith has in such a request.
We are immediately taken into the Old Testament and shown examples of prophet showing their faith before receiving their miracle.
The most moving example for me personally, was being that of Abraham and Isaac. Kimba...more
We are immediately taken into the Old Testament and shown examples of prophet showing their faith before receiving their miracle.
The most moving example for me personally, was being that of Abraham and Isaac. Kimba...more
I love President Kimball's bold speech. Things are very black and white when he talks about them. You are either on the Lord's side or you are not. There is power in his words. At fist I had the thought that some things really do not apply to "today's society", most of these selections were written/given from the 1950's to the 1970's; however, gospel truth is eternal truth. Sometimes we have a great ability to "rationalize" what we do not like to hear. but like the title indicates, Faith and obe...more
Considering her obsession about miracles and such (and telling me that faith is not a part of it), I really think this book would benefit. And all the other principles covered would be helpful, too. I may have to consider buying my own audio copy so she can listen and not wait upon someone to read it to her. I've wanted to read it for myself anyhow.
President Kimball wrote this book in stories and examples to help us understand the many different ideas and concepts of faith, and how we can use it in our life. I recommend this book as an excellent tool to help understand faith, and how it applies in our lives.
I enjoyed this book, however I was expecting another book like "The Miracle of Forgiveness". This book is a collection of talks given by Spencer W. Kimball. Although all the talks are good I was disapointed that it wasn't one solid book.
I was expecting this book to be different. I was looking forward to reading a book about Faith, but alas...I only got one chapter. It should have been named Thoughts On Various Subjects by Spencer W. Kimball. It is not that I disagreed with what he wrote, it was just that I learned nothing new.
Many good stories. This will build you up in the opposite way that "Miracle of Forgiveness" can break you down. If you think you're awesome read Miracle. If you feel humbled read Faith ;)
I loved President Kimball. He was a true prophet and his words are as true today as when he wrote them. Very inspiring and life changing book
I loved reading about the simple steps you take in life which help you realize the greatness of the simple miracles around you.
Great book, some very interesting chapters on society, etc as I don't remember a whole lot his talks in person
A great book, one of my favorite practical religious books. I think on this book often.
Read this years ago, but have used portions for lessons, etc. A wonderful useful book.
Great book on how faith affects us and our lives and how miracles follow faith.
I would give this TEN stars, if that were possible. Please read it!
Anything that pres kimball has written or said is worth the time.
Anything written by President Kimball is good stuff.
Some of Pres. Kimball's best talks. Very good.
That my faith is strong but could be stronger.
Pure eternal truths easily understood.
every person should read this!
great book on faith
was a really good book. basically a collection of the discourses of SWK.. a little bit outdated (one chapter was about how we shouldn't hate against the native americans and another one was on the issue of blacks not being able to hold the priesthood), but overall, a fantastic read. my second time reading it! :)
I remember why I love this man.
I had forgotten how straight forward President Kimball was. I felt it worthwhile to refresh my memory of his teachings and enjoyed reading his words.
A great read with very interesting topics. One of my favorite things about collections of sermons like this is that every chapter is a really great stopping point.
Very great read. It's kind of like the Priesthood/Relief Society manuals on the Presidents of the Church in that each chapter is a compilation of his words on a particular topic. I really enjoyed it, and appreciated his insights. My one complaint is that I read it because of the title, and the title ended up having very little to do with what it was actually about. Still very glad I read it, though.
This took me a long time to work my way through, but I liked it a lot. As always with Pres. Kimball he just lays it right out there, doesn't beat around the bush about what we're supposed to be doing. And it never ceases to amaze me how even though his (and other apostles) writings were decades ago, they seem so perfectly applicable today.
Good teachings; not particularly well-organized.
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Born on March 28, 1895, in Salt Lake City, Spencer W. Kimball grew up in Thatcher, Arizona. After completing a mission and marrying Camilla Eyring, he settled in Safford, Arizona, to raise his family and run an insurance business. Years of Church and community leadership preceded his calling as an Apostle in 1943. Overcoming severe health problems, he became Church President on December 30, 1973,...more
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