1–5, Those who endure tribulation will be crowned with glory;6–12, The Saints are to prepare for the marriage of the Lamb and the supper of the Lord;13–18, Bishops are judges in Israel;19–23, The Saints are to obey the laws of the land;24–29, Men should use their agency to do good;30–33, The Lord commands and revokes;34–43, To repent, men must confess and forsake their sins;44–58, The Saints are to purchase their inheritance and gather in Missouri;59–65, The gospel must be preached unto every creature.