Agency
What is agency?
Agency is our freedom to choose right from wrong.
What are two examples of trials we face today?
Example answer: Standing up for our faith despite criticism, not swearing when others do, obeying the word of wisdom when others do not
What was the Fall?
The Fall was the fall of man when Adam and Eve chose to eat the fruit
What does it mean to "awake and arise from the dust"?
It means that we must turn away from unrighteousness and follow the Savior.
What is an example of using agency to choose the right?
Example answer: Choosing not to attend a sports event on Sunday
Why did Jacob endure trials in his childhood?
Because of the rudeness of his brothers. (And his childhood traveling in the wilderness)
What were the consequences of the Fall?
Who did Lehi command to "awake and arise from the dust"?
His children/Laman and Lemuel
How does the Savior help us use our agency to choose the right?
His commandments and Gospel prompt us to choose the right and to follow Him.
How does the Lord consecrate our afflictions for our gain?
Example answer: The Lord uses challenges to provide us with an opportunity to rely on Him and to strengthen our testimony.
Why was the Fall necessary?
The Fall brought about the Lord's plan of happiness, gave us agency to choose right from wrong, and resulted in mankind populating the Earth.
How does the Savior call us to "awake and arise from the dust"?
His Gospel and scriptures encourage us to repent and turn to Him.
How does the adversary try to influence us to use our agency for evil?
He does this through worldly means such as criticizing the Gospel, tempting us to break commandments, and leading us off the covenant path.
What is are 2 examples of the Lord blessing someone in the scriptures through their trials? (Aside from Jacob)
Example answer: Joseph Smith's time in Liberty Jail, Joseph of Egypt being sold into slavery
How did the Savior redeem us from the Fall?
He atoned and died for our sins, allowing us to repent. He offered Himself as a sacrifice.
How can we turn away from sin today?
Example answer: We can turn away from addiction, repent of sins, and strive to live the Gospel.