>[!Properties]+ Resources >[Gospel Library](https://churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/114?lang=eng) | [Citation Index](https://scriptures.byu.edu/#12e72::c12e72) | [Historical Resources](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/history/doctrine-and-covenants-historical-resources-2025/41?lang=eng) | [JS Papers](https://www.josephsmithpapers.org/paperSummary/revelation-11-april-1838-dc-114) | [CFM 2025 (Ch 111-114)](https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-home-and-church-doctrine-and-covenants-2025/41-doctrine-and-covenants-111-114?lang=eng) >>[!AI]- AI Context >>Revelation given through Joseph Smith the Prophet at Far West, Missouri, on April 11, 1838, directed to David W. Patten and addressing the broader Church amid preparations for missionary work and leadership changes. > >>[!AI]- AI Child Summary >>God tells a man named David to finish his work quickly so he can go on a special trip with friends to share happy news about Jesus, and if some people don't listen to God, others will take their jobs. > >>[!AI]- AI Summary >>The Lord directs David W. Patten to settle his business affairs promptly to prepare for a mission the following spring with the Twelve Apostles to testify of God's name worldwide [[D&C 114#1|v1]] — mission preparation and call. It warns that unfaithful individuals will be replaced by others who will receive their responsibilities [[D&C 114#2|v2]] — theme of accountability and succession in Church leadership. This revelation emphasizes obedience, readiness for service, and the consequences of denying the Lord's name. > >#Gospel/MissionaryWork #Gospel/Obedience #Gospel/Leadership ###### 1 1 Verily thus saith the Lord: It is wisdom in my servant David W. Patten, that he settle up all his business as soon as he possibly can, and make a disposition of his merchandise, that he may perform a mission unto me next spring, in company with others, even twelve including himself, to testify of my name and bear glad tidings unto all the world. ###### 2 2 For verily thus saith the Lord, that inasmuch as there are those among you who deny my name, others shall be planted in their stead and receive their bishopric. Amen.