Zoramite Beliefs
In Alma 31:16, the Zoramites believed that there would...
"be no Christ"
Alma encouraged them to try an experiment by choosing to believe in Jesus Christ!
In Alma 34:8, what did Amulek teach that Jesus Christ would do for us?
He will come among us. Take upon Him the transgressions of his people. He shall atone for the sins of the world.
According to Alma 34:15, what must we do to receive salvation through Jesus Christ?
"believe on his name" and "have faith unto repentance"
In Alma 34:31, Amulek teaches the Zoramites to...
What is another name for the "Holy Stand" that the Zoramites used to pray on in their synagogues?
Rameumptom
In Alma 34:1, who is going to teach the Zoramites when Alma is finished teaching?
Amulek
In Alma 34:9, which words help us understand the need for the Savior's atonement?
It is expedient that an atonement must be made.
All mankind must unavoidably perish.
All must perish except it be through the atonement.
"We need a strong faith in Christ to be able to repent. Faith in Christ will change our thoughts, beliefs, & behaviors that are not in harmony with God's will. Repentance means a change of mind & heart - we stop doing things that are wrong & we start doing things that are right." Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Why does repentance require us to start doing things that are right?
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In Alma 34:32, what is this life the time for?
"to prepare to meet God"
"the day for men (and women) to perform their labors" (good works)
Name 3 of the missionaries that went to teach the Zoramites.
Ammon, Aaron, Omner, Amulek, Zeezrom, Shiblon and Corianton.
In Alma 34:2, Amulek reminds the Zoramites that they have been taught bountifully about...
The coming of Christ
The Son of God
In Alma 34:10, which words describe the Savior's sacrifice for us?
"Infinite and eternal sacrifice" (mark this in your scriptures!)
In Alma 34:17, what did Amulek encourage the Zoramites to start doing in order to exercise faith unto repentance?
"call upon His Holy name, that he would have mercy on you"
In Alma 34:33, we should not ____________ the day of your ______________.
Why?
Procrastinate the day of your repentance.
This life is to be used to improve ourselves and prepare for eternity.
Ether 12:6 teaches about what Doctrinal Mastery Topic?
Acquiring Spiritual Knowledge
In Alma 34:5, what is the great question in the minds of the Zoramites?
"Whether the word be in the Son of God, or whether there shall be no Christ."
Summarize Amulek's teachings in Alma 34:8-10 as a statement of doctrince...
"Without the infinite and eternal Atonement of Jesus Christ, ...."
"all mankind would be lost forever."
A young man has developed a habit of using inappropriate language. What are some ways he could exercise faith unto repentance to become free of this habit?
Answers might include avoiding media that contains inappropriate language, praying for help, asking family members and friends for help, and participating in activities that invite the Spirit.
In Alma 34:36, where does the Lord dwell?
"not in unholy temples, but in the hearts of the righteous."
In Alma 35, Many Zoramites repented of their sins. They were cast out of the land by their wicked rulers and priests and went to live in the land of Jershon with the people of Ammon.
What is another name for the people of Ammon?
The Anti-Nephi Lehies
In Alma 34:8, what does Amulek do to convince the Zoramites that Jesus is the Christ?
Read the quote from President Russell M. Nelson and then explain why Jesus Christ was the only one who could atone for the sins of the world.
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A young woman and young man have become involved in an inappropriate relationship. They have felt the Holy Ghost prompt them to end this relationship immediately. How might following this prompting represent faith unto repentance? What other steps might they need to make to ensure they are on the path to complete repentance?
Answers may include seeking guidance from the bishop or branch president and praying for strength and forgiveness.
In Alma 34:38 & 40, What are the people asked or admonished to do?
Receive the Holy Ghost, take upon you the name of Christ, humble yourselves, worship God in whatever place they may be, live in thanksgiving daily for his blessings and mercies.
Be patient in your afflictions.
An old testament prophet only found and quoted in the Book of Mormon.