DM Old Testament 1
The 10 Commandments
What's the scripture reference?
Exodus 20:3-17
Who called Moses the "son of man". Why?
Satan. Satan wanted to confuse Moses on his divine identity and make him feel "common" or "mortal".
(Moses 1:12)
Who created the Earth and all things on it?
God and Jesus.
How many years did God give the people of Noah time to repent?
120 yrs
What was the opening special musical number?
All Creatures of Our God and King
This is my work and my glory to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.
What's the scripture reference?
Moses 1:39
The Book of Moses is the Prophet Joseph Smith's inspired translation of the first few chapters of this Old Testament book.
Genesis
In both Genesis and Moses, the first commandment given to Adam and Eve after they were created was to "be fruitful" and do this.
Multiply and Replenish the earth.
Who stayed on the Earth when Enoch and the City of Zion was taken up into heaven?
Enoch’s righteous son, Methuselah. (Noah was his grandson).
How many years was BYU celebrating when President Oaks was the president of BYU?
100 years
How can I become more unified with the members of my ward? What can I do to help strengthen the Church and build up Zion?
What's the scripture reference?
Moses 7:18
In Moses chapter 1, God tells Moses that His "work and glory" is to bring to pass these two things for mankind.
Immortality and Eternal Life.
(Moses 1:39)
According to Moses 3:7, man became a "living soul" when God breathed the breath of life into him. A "soul" is defined as the combination of these two things.
Was Noah's Ark shorter or longer than a professional soccer field?
Longer but only 1/3 the width of the field.
What quote from Pres. Nelson did Pres. Oaks quote a couple of times in his devotional? (You don't have to quote the whole thing. Just quote the portion that stands out to you/main idea).
"...in coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually without the guiding, directing, comforting, and constant influence of the Holy Ghost".
Why is it important for me to participate in the gathering of Isreal?
What is the scripture reference?
Abraham 2:9-11
What are the first 5 books of the Old Testament (Books of Moses) referred to in Judaism?
Can you name the 5 books?
The Torah.
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy
In Moses 3, the Lord explains that every plant and herb was created in "this state" before it was naturally in the earth.
Spiritually.
Moses 3:5
What was the "token" that God would never flood the Earth again?
Rainbow.
What are the 2 things that Pres. Oaks said we can do daily to focus on developing our faith in Christ?
1. Prayer
2. Scripture Study
Why does your church think that marriage should only be between a man and a woman?
What's the scripture reference?
Genesis 2:24
Moses chapter 7 contains the vision of this prophet, who saw the city of Zion taken up into heaven.
Who was the prophet? And why was the city taken up?
Hint: use your DM's
Enoch; because they were of "one heart and one mind".
Moses 7:18
Name 3 days/what was created out of 6. The 7th/day of rest does not count.
1-light/dark & day/night; 2-sky/heaven; 3-earth/seas/plants; 4-sun/moon/stars; 5-birds/fish; 6-land animals/humans.
How did Noah show unwavering faith in God's commandments?
"As yet there was no evidence of rain and flood. [Noah’s] people mocked and called him a fool. His preaching fell on deaf ears. His warnings were considered irrational. There was no precedent; never had it been known that a deluge [or flood] could cover the earth. How foolish to build an ark on dry ground with the sun shining and life moving forward as usual!"-Spencer W. Kimball
Name the 4 ways that will help us overcome doubts by getting closer to our Savior.
1. Develop our faith in Christ
2. Increase humility
3. Seek help from others
4. Be patient