Why God called a Prophet and established the church - But that every man might aspeak in the name of God the Lord, even the Savior of the world

One of the great verses of scripture written in our times is in Doctrine and Covenants 1. This is the section explaining the reason the Lord called a prophet in our time and why he restored his Church to the Earth. One of the reasons listed is in D.C. 1:20 - That every man might speak in the name of God the Lord, even the Savior of the world.

Every worthy man on this planet can receive the Priesthood, the right to speak in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. They must do it by being a faithful member of Christ's church, but this is the opportunity for all. Then, these men can use this priesthood to call down the blessings of heaven upon people on this earth, including giving blessings, receiving inspiration, having help in helping others, and performing ordinances, such as baptism, infant blessings, and giving the gift of the Holy Ghost.

My dad just listened to L. Tom Perry in a priesthood meeting with Bishops, Stake Presidents, and other local leaders. In it, Elder Perry said we don't instruct those receiving the Melchizedek Priesthood well enough about what they're receiving. It is such a great blessing. Elder Perry spoke about the opportunity he had to bless his son, then baptize him, then ordain him to be a deacon, teacher, priest, and elder, etc. That was such a blessing for Elder Perry. It's also been such a blessing for me. I felt an incredible bond with my son (and daughter) as I blessed him. I felt an immense amount of love for him. No other church teaches that fathers can bless their children by performing spiritual ordinances. It is in our church that this eternal truth exists.

I am so grateful that God wants every man to speak in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ. It happens in his church, the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints every day. An Apostle mentioned how special gift is to him. That same gift is so special to me. Truly, God's greatest gifts are available to all.