Doctrinal Mastery
Trust in the Lord
Proverbs 3:5-6
According to Psalm 119:105, God's word is compared to what?
A lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path.
You are speaking at your grandparent's funeral. What truth about the Resurrection could you share?
Because of Jesus Christ, death is not the end. We will be resurrected and live again.
What is the purpose of a regular checkup?
To examine something regularly instead of waiting until problems arise.
Name one thing you have learned about Heavenly Father from the Old Testament.
Any sincere, doctrinally appropriate response.
The blessings of a proper fast
Isaiah 58:13-14
Name two obstacles that could interfere with consistent scripture study.
Reasonable Answer: lack of time, forgetting, tiredness, technology, or not having a plan.
A Primary class asks, “What happens after we die?” What could you teach them?
Jesus Christ was resurrected, and because of Him, all people will be resurrected and live again.
Why can regular spiritual checkups be helpful?
They help us notice our progress and identify adjustments we could make.
Name one thing you have learned about Jesus Christ from Job, Psalms, Proverbs, or Ecclesiastes.
Any sincere response
Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil
Isaiah 5:20
Job asked, “If a man die, shall he live again?” Why is knowing about Jesus Christ's Resurrection a powerful answer to Job's question?
Because Christ's Resurrection demonstrates that death is not the end and makes resurrection possible for all of us.
Someone says, “I don't think I've made much spiritual progress this year.” What questions could help them evaluate their progress?
What have I learned about Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ?
What scriptures or teachings have impacted me?
Am I happy with my progress?
What could I do to get the results I seek?
Why is it important to recognize both the progress we are making AND the adjustments we could make?
Recognizing progress helps us see how we've grown, while recognizing needed adjustments helps us continue progressing spiritually.
Proverbs teaches us that wisdom comes from God. How could gaining wisdom increase our desire to worship Him?
Students should connect recognizing God's wisdom/guidance with gratitude, trust, reverence, or a desire to follow Him
The prophet is "a watchman unto the house of Israel"
Ezekiel 3:16-17
Why is a light a good comparison for the scriptures?
They help us see where to go, make choices, avoid danger, and find our way.
You're doing a spiritual checkup and realize your scripture study goal isn't working. According to the lesson, what should you do?
Examine the obstacles, consider whether the Lord is guiding you, and determine how you might improve or adjust your scripture study.
Name 2 things we have done this year to self reflect on our own spiritual growth.
Relationship with Christ
Personal Scripture Evaluation and Contract
Emergency List
Reflecting on how we feel the spirit.
Your friend says:
“I don't really feel like praying or worshiping God right now.”
Give them one piece of advice based on something you've learned in the Old Testament.
Any thoughtful, scripture-based response
"The Lord God...revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets."
Amos 3:7
Name ONE thing that can make regular scripture study difficult.
Any reasonable answer
What is the connection between assessing your spiritual progress and drawing closer to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ?
Assessing helps us recognize what is bringing us closer to Them and identify changes that can help us continue growing spiritually.
Why would the Lord want us to examine our spiritual progress regularly instead of waiting until we have a major spiritual problem?
Regular examination helps us recognize growth early and make small adjustments before problems become bigger.
What has changed in the way you think or feel about Heavenly Father or Jesus Christ because of your scripture study?
Students earn the points by giving a sincere response.