The principles and ordinances of the gospel help us return to live with Heavenly Father. Trace the letters to see the first principles and ordinances. Location in the Scriptures: Article of Faith 4. Text in image: FAITH; REPENTANCE; BAPTISM; GIFT OF THE HOLY GHOST. Memorize the Scriptures: We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.