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Where did the ten Commandments come from? Refer to Exodus 34:1. (Who wrote them, who gave them, where were they written?)
After Moses led the people of Israel out of slavery from Egypt, he prayed to God for further guidance. God revealed to Moses what became known as the Ten Commandments. Moses received these on “tables of stone” (Exodus 34:1) as a record of instruction for the people.
Where can we learn about Heavenly Fathers commandments? List 4! (I came up with 8!)
Church, Scriptures, Seminary, Temple, Personal Prayer/ Revelation, General Conference, Conference Talks/ revelations to Prophets and Leaders
What are some blessings we receive for following the commandments? Refer to D&C 89:18–21
We will be blessed physically with good health, mentally with guidance and peace, and spiritually protected from temptation, etc.
What are Commandments?
Commandments are the laws and requirements that a loving Heavenly Father gives His children to bless them, protect them, and guide them back to Him."
What are ways we can be strong enough to live the commandments? Refer to D&C 10:5, D&C 27:15-18, and D&C 87:8.
Stand In Holy Places, Pray Always, Wear the Armor of God
When we keep the commandments, the Lord has promised us that he... (1 Nephi 3:7)
The Lord always gives us a way to accomplish or follow the directions He has given us. He will always bless us with His help and guidance
List 5/10 of the 10 Commandments
Ten Commandments List
How can you live the Lord’s commandments when the world tempts you to do otherwise or makes fun of you for having high standards?
Good answers!
Keeping the commandments is a blessing in that it gives us a way to show ____________. (John 14:21)
Keeping the commandments is a blessing in that it gives us a way to show our love for Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Father through our obedience and willingness.
Can you list 5 "modern day" commandments given to us by prophets in recent years?
Some examples may include: Word of Wisdom, Only having one piercing, Family Home Evening, Modest dress and appearance, Ministering (visiting teaching)
What does the phrase, "We should be in the world, but not of the world," mean to your team?
Good answer!
God also promises to give us the greatest blessing of all should we always strive our best to be obedient and repent when we fall short. This blessing is _____ (D&C 14:7)
“If you keep my commandments and endure to the end you shall have eternal life, which gift is the greatest of all the gifts of God” (D&C 14:7).