Truth!
Name 2 reasons the Lord asks us to pay tithing.
Building of temples, welfare, education, show obedience, strengthen our relationship with the Lord, sacrifice, to show our love for God, increase our faith
When referring to the temple, what does it mean that “the prisoners shall go free”?
As we do work for our ancestors, we allow them the opportunity to accept the ordinances and covenants to move forward and progress in the afterlife. Without these ordinances, they are stuck in Spirit Prison.
Where did the early Saints flee to after being driven from Missouri?
Quincy, Illinois
What are some of the things you have done (or could do) to make scripture study more meaningful for you?
Highlight, Underline, Draw Pictures, Sticky Notes, Link Verses, etc.
Why does it matter that we use Jesus Christ’s name when talking about His Church?
“When we omit His name from His Church, we are inadvertently removing Him as the central focus of our lives.
Taking the Savior’s name upon us includes declaring and witnessing to others—through our actions and our words—that Jesus is the Christ. …”-President Nelson
What did Jesus Christ teach about the name of His Church and why?
The Savior declared His church to be called The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
It is His church in these Latter-days and we are His saints.
What are 3 reasons the Lord commands His people to build temples?
“for the Most High to dwell therein” (verse 27); to “restore again that which was lost” (verse 28); as a place “for refuge” (verse 36); and “that I may bless you, and crown you with honor, immortality, and eternal life” (verse 55).the Lord commands us to build temples so we can receive sacred ordinances. Redeem the dead.
Which city was built from swamp lands near the Mississippi River.
Nauvoo, Illinois
BONUS: What is the origin of the word Nauvoo and what does it mean? (extra 100)
In a recent lesson, we watched a video on the Parable of the Gems. In the video a girl searches for gems on a beach and is able to find several beautiful gems that she examines and carefully treasures. What does this parable represent?
Searching in the scriptures for spiritual truths that we can examine, apply, and treasure in our life.
What is a lesson you learned from Liberty Jail?
In God’s eternal plan, the trials of the righteous will be but a small moment; If we endure our trials well, God will exalt us on high; God can give us peace in the midst of our trials.
What is the purpose of trials in our life?
To give us experience and be for our good. To help us become more like Jesus.
What does the doctrine of baptism for the dead teach you about Heavenly Father and His plan?
Heavenly Father loves all of His children and He prepared a way for the salvation of those who die without a knowledge of the gospel.
How many missions did Brigham Young serve in his lifetime?
10
What are 2 ways you can plan ahead and take charge of technology?
Consider how Heavenly Father wants you to use technology.
Have a purpose before you use technology (for example, contacting a friend on your phone).
Set daily time limits for technology use.
Establish device-free places, like your bedroom and the bathroom.
Charge your phone in a family station at night, away from your bed.
Use filters that block inappropriate or unsafe content.
Name 3 ways you can prepare for the Second Coming of the Lord.
Leaving Babylon, Gathering Israel, Repenting and becoming sanctified, Go to the temple, strengthen Zion, Follow the Prophet, Pray, Keep the Commandments
What are 3 truths taught in section 130 of the Doctrine & Covenants?
Knowledge and intelligence rise with us in the Resurrection.
We obtain blessings from God by obeying His laws.
Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ have bodies of flesh and bones. The Holy Ghost is a personage of spirit.
In what ways does Jesus Christ make the salvation of our deceased ancestors possible?
Through His Atoning Sacrifice. He overcame Physical and Spiritual Death.
Where did Joseph Smith introduce the doctrine of Baptisms for the Dead?
At the funeral for Seymore Brunson.
What are 3 things you can do to prepare for your financial future?
Pay tithing, Save money, Prioritize spending, Make a budget, Receive an education, Develop gifts and talents
What is the importance of marriage in Heavenly Father’s plan?
To become like God and live with Him again in the celestial kingdom, we must enter the new and everlasting covenant of marriage.
Bonus: Which Doctrinal Mastery talks about this? (extra 100)
What is symbolic about the Savior’s red robes when He comes again?
The blood He shed for us in His atoning sacrifice. He stomped out sin, like stomping the grapes. Red is a color of royalty.
What are the 5 Covenants we make in the Temple Endowment?
Law of Obedience, Law of Sacrifice, Law of the Gospel, Law of Chastity, Law of Consecration
How many sections of the Doctrine & Covenants were epistles written from Liberty Jail and which sections are they?
3 sections: 121,122,123
Who said,
"Technology in and of itself is neither inherently good nor bad. Rather, the purposes accomplished with and through technology are the ultimate indicators of goodness or badness."
Elder David A. Bednar,“To Sweep the Earth as with a Flood” [Brigham Young University Education Week devotional, Aug. 19, 2014], 5)
What are 4 steps to likening church history and what the Saints experienced to our own life?
Find important details.
Make comparisons to your life.
Discover valuable lessons.
Determine personal application.