Godhead

The first article of faith states, “We believe in God, the

Eternal Father, and in His Son, Jesus Christ, and in the Holy

Ghost.” These three beings make up the Godhead. They preside

over this world and all other creations of our Father in

Heaven.

The true doctrine of the Godhead was lost in the apostasy

that followed the Savior’s mortal ministry and the deaths of

His Apostles. This doctrine began to be restored when 14-

year-old Joseph Smith received his First Vision (see Joseph

Smith—History 1:17). From the Prophet’s account of the First

Vision and from his other teachings, we know that the members

of the Godhead are three separate beings. The Father and

the Son have tangible bodies of flesh and bones, and the Holy

Ghost is a personage of spirit (see D&C 130:22).

Although the members of the Godhead are distinct

beings with distinct roles, they are one in purpose and

doctrine. They are perfectly united in bringing to pass

Heavenly Father’s divine plan of salvation.

Additional references: Matthew 3:13–17; John 14:6–10; 17:6–23; Acts

7:55–56; 2 Nephi 31:18; Mormon 7:5–7; D&C 76:20–24

See also God the Father; Holy Ghost; Jesus Christ