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Growing Grace by Grace: A Summary of Doctrine and Covenants 93

Introduction

Doctrine and Covenants 93 is one of the most profound revelations in the Doctrine and Covenants. It opens a window into the eternal nature of God, Christ, and humankind. In it, the Lord explains how Jesus Christ Himself progressed “grace for grace” until He received a fulness of glory, and how we, as His children, are invited to follow the same path. This section also defines truth and light, speaks about the eternal nature of intelligence, and reminds leaders and parents of their responsibility to teach their families.

The Nature of Christ and Humanity

1. Christ’s progression: Even Jesus Christ did not receive a fulness of glory at once but received “grace for grace” until He attained the fulness of the Father (vv. 12–14, 16–20).
2. Pattern for us: The same process applies to humanity—we too may receive grace for grace and grow until we receive a fulness (vv. 19–20).
3. Eternal intelligence: Humanity is co-eternal with God; intelligence was not created nor made, neither indeed can be (v. 29).
4. The Light of Christ: Every person is given a portion of God’s light, which enlightens conscience and guides us toward truth (vv. 2, 23, 36).
   

Truth, Light, and Glory

1. Definition of truth: Truth is knowledge of things “as they are, and as they were, and as they are to come” (v. 24).
2. Connection to light: Light and truth proceed from God, filling the immensity of space and giving life and understanding to all things (vv. 29–30, 36).
3. Gaining and losing light: Those who keep God’s commandments receive more light and truth, while disobedience and false traditions cause them to lose it (vv. 27–28, 39).
   

Counsel to Leaders and Families

1. Parental responsibility: Parents are commanded to bring up their children in light and truth (v. 40).
2. Specific counsel: Early Church leaders such as Frederick G. Williams, Sidney Rigdon, Joseph Smith Jr., and Newel K. Whitney were directly admonished to set their families in order and teach them righteousness (vv. 41–50).
3. Principle for all: No stewardship is greater than guiding one’s family in truth and light (vv. 43–50).
   

Conclusion

Doctrine and Covenants 93 teaches that progression is eternal (vv. 12–20), truth is eternal knowledge (v. 24), and every soul can receive more light through obedience to God (vv. 27–28, 36). By following Christ’s example, we too can grow “grace for grace” until we inherit a fulness of His light and glory. This section not only lifts our vision toward divine potential but also grounds us in the daily responsibility of teaching and nurturing truth within our families (vv. 40–50).

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// posted by John Fisher @ August 30, 2025