What are Latter-day Saint 'priesthood keys'??? Ep. 165

We’ve spent a lot of time on this show talking about the “priesthood.” But, just because someone holds the priesthood does not mean that they are authorized to use that priesthood to do whatever they want. Certain priesthood acts require authorization from those who hold the priesthood “keys” over that act. In this episode, Dave talks more about what these priesthood keys are, and why they are important.

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[woutjewaalre]

Hi as a Catholic priest I have other views on the priesthood. But I recognize many valuable views in the LDS Church. As we both appreciate the importance of the priesthood as a sort of channel for Gods grace, (I hope I used the right words) I have the feeling that in LDS Church the priesthood is more present and I really appreciate your priesthood..I really view it as very valuable that the priesthood reaches to the family itself, so Gods grace is available, also in that level!

[joeyfowler]

Definitely my favorite account on YouTube! Saints Unscripted never misses

[zionmama]

It tells us in Numbers that hands were laid on head for passing authority and callings to people.

[eriknielsen]

This was such a helpful video to understand the essence of who holds what priesthood authority!

[Jensley_Report]

I was just ordained to Elder and given the authority of the Melchizedek priesthood at Stake Conference on September 25. I’m a baby Elder. Lol
Great video. New subbie. Loving these videos.

[seans]

I’d be interested in an episode on patriarchs, since they were left out of this episode, despite their prominence in the priesthood hierarchy.

[tortletrainwrek]

Thanks for explaining this in a simple, easy manner.❤

[PapaKryptoss]

Once again David knocks it out of the park with his presentation

[BlaineHeggie]

0:17 In Old Testament times only Levite men could hold the priesthood? I'm afraid that's not entirely accurate. You should specify the Aaronic Priesthood because there were priesthood holders before there were Levites. Further, Joshua was not a Levite nor was Samuel, yet they and the entire OT school of the prophets had the priesthood.

[harryhenderson]

Wait, you’re telling me the Pope doesn’t hold these priesthood keys??? What kind of authority does he have? Should I follow Russell M Nelson now?

[DKMELT]

Just wondering...do you keep your keys in the sock drawer, or the underwear drawer?

[thomasveech]

Kinda sad David didn't start by saying "egg eyes".

[brettmajeske]

This is why currently only the Bishop performs mortal weddings, even though from a theological perspective it is an Aaronic Priesthood ordinance like baptism and the sacrament.

[Deliveryisthebestivery]

What I love about LDS theology is it is so covered in secret knowledge. The terms used have meaning to members, but are confusing to non members. Are these keys physical keys or metaphysical. What makes they different from any other thing that denotes church organization like Ordainment in Catholocism or Pastoral blessing in Protestantism. In short why do Priesthood Keys denote more legitimacy of belief than any other system of organization that other denominations use

[mgeuleinstsear]

One big problem I find is… why, when the Three Nephites and John the Beloved are still on earth to this day (which is what the Church says), why do we say that the priesthood keys were lost?

And why did they not give the priesthood keys to Joseph Smith?

[ManInThePandaMask]

3:25 That's the most bishop looking bishop I've ever seen.

[sareanaable]

Elders have a lot of Keys - this is a great explanation thank you ☺️

[RyanMercer]

How did I never comment on this one...

[catherinecooper]

I see where there are apostles and the other four offices in the church in Eph 4:11, however I do not see where any NT leaders had a 'priesthood'. Is there a Bible verse that states the priesthood office?
And the verse in 1 Peter is referring to the priesthood of all believers, as it us written to the church which includes children and women and gives no exculsion that only men hold this office.

[GeneralWinter]

Nobody wants your priesthood dude. You withheld the priesthood from some well deserving people. Take your priesthood and shove it.