Section 106

Key Points from the Article: Warren Cowdery's Conversion and Calling: In 1834, after supporting Joseph Smith and his companions during recruitment efforts for the Camp of Israel, Warren Cowdery, Oliver’s older brother, sympathized with the Saints and joined the Church. Observing a need for consistent leadership, Warren expressed interest in knowing the Lord’s will for him. Revelation of Section 106: In response, the Lord revealed that Warren was called to preside over the Saints in Freedom, New York, and preach the gospel full-time. The revelation assured Warren that if he dedicated himself to this high calling, the Lord would provide for his needs. Divine Joy and Conditional Promises: The Lord expressed joy at Warren’s commitment and blessed him for his willingness to submit to divine authority. Warren was warned against vanity and promised preservation at the Second Coming if he chose humility. In a conditional covenant, the Lord promised Warren a “kingly crown” in heaven, contingent on his faithfulness. Later Service and Struggle: Warren served faithfully in New York and later moved to Kirtland, where he worked as a scribe and recorder for the Church. However, by 1838, like many others of his time, he struggled to fulfill the covenant promise to remain a steadfast “light unto the church.” Read full article here: https://byustudies.byu.edu/online-book/doctrine-and-covenants-contexts/section-106