Similar records have been kept by the saints in all ages. (Malachi 3:16-17; 3 Nephi 24:16-17.) Many of our present scriptures have come down to us because they were first written by prophets who were following Adam’s pattern of keeping a book of remembrance. The Church keeps similar records today (D&C 85) and urges its members to keep their own personal and family books of remembrance. “ (Mormon Doctrine, p. 100.)”