Was a restoration of the Gospel necessary?

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.:WAS A “RESTORATION” OF THE GOSPEL NECESSARY?

“Nothing less than a complete apostasy from the Christian religion would warrant the establishment of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.”—History of the Church, Volume 1, p. XL

According to LDS Scripture, the Apostle John (D&C 7) and the three Nephites (3 Nephi 28) never died. So, how could Gospel “authority” have left the earth, needing “restoration”?

“…in the latter times some shall depart from the faith…”—1 Timothy 4:1

If only “some” would depart from the faith, how could a “complete apostasy” have occurred? Did Jesus fail to preserve His Church against the gates of hell?

“I will build MY church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” —Matthew 16:18
“...that you should earnestly contend for the faith which was once [for all time] delivered unto the saints.” —Jude 3

“...but though we, or an angel from heaven preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.” —Galatians 1:9

For additional information see:

Was Priesthood Authority Restored through Mormonism?
Did Joseph Smith Possess the Proper Priesthood Authority to Restore Christ's Church?
What is the "restitution of all things" spoken of in Acts 3:19-21?
6 Reasons the Mormon Church's structure is not like the early Christian church
The Mormon Gospel vs. the Christian Gospel
The Apostasy and Christ’s preservation of His Church
Are you forgiven of ALL of your sins?
Should we listen to "familiar spirits"?
Was the Gospel lost from the earth? (www.4witness.org)
Does the Book of Mormon Restore Biblical Truth?
Did Joseph Smith See God the Father?
Is the Joseph Smith's First Vision Story a Solid Historical Fact?