Elder Andersen's Insights
Elder Andersen stresses that forgiveness helps us build this eternal attribute.
What is spiritual strength?
The ability to be forgiven and to forgive ourselves comes through this process.
What is the repentance process?
This five letter word describes a sincere change of heart and mind.
What is "Repent"?
The Savior commanded us to forgive others for this reason.
What is so that we may be forgiven of our own sins?
Forgiveness helps us to overcome these feelings, which often accompany transgressions.
What are feelings of guilt, despair, hopelessness, worthlessness, uncleanliness, etc.
Elder Andersen's teachings emphasize that forgiveness is this type of gift, freely given by God.
What is Divine?
The book compares forgiveness to this gift, which we receive after true repentance.
What is grace?
These "Three Beloved Friends" are who we meet on the journey of forgiveness.
What is a broken heart, a contrite spirit, and godly sorrow?
When we forgive others, we release ourselves from these types of feelings.
What are feelings of anger, resentment, betrayal, etc.
A bishop or branch president is called to assist in the repentance process for these types of sins.
What are serious sins such as sexual transgressions, criminal activity, etc.
Elder Andersen's spiritual outlook was shaped in part by his mission as a young man in this European country.
What is France?
This is the divine quality Christ shows when offering forgiveness to the repentant.
What is mercy?
Repentance is not simply ceasing to sin and saying "I'm sorry". It is this.
What is turning away from the sin entirely?
According to Elder Andersen, it requires immense _______ in our Savior to forgive another and move forward in faith.
Hint: See page 235
What is trust?
The Daily Double!
How many points will you wager?
These "5 R's" could become a checklist void of spiritual power without Jesus Christ.
Hint: Consult Chapter 13!
Elder Andersen emphasizes that only this person can offer divine forgiveness.
Who is Jesus Christ?
Forgiveness of our sins does not come from the church, but from _______________.
Who is our Savior Jesus Christ?
Daily Double!
How many points will you wager?
Two Part Answer: The Holy Ghost is the _____ ______ of the Godhead, and his role in forgiveness includes these things. Name at least 4.
Hint: See Chapter 23
Forgiving someone doesn't necessarily mean forgetting but letting go of these feelings.
What are anger and resentment?
The divine gift of forgiveness offers this eternal reward.
What is Salvation, or Eternal Life?
The principles of Repentance and Forgiveness are only possible because of this.
What is the Savior's Atonement?
Christ suffered not only for our sins but for these.
What is our pains and sorrows?
We experience Joy as the love of our Savior assures us that we can be clean again. This happiness comes only through this.
This phrase, spoken by Jesus on the cross, exemplifies perfect forgiveness.
What is the phrase, "Father, forgive them."
President Nelson, in his first year as President of the church, said this, "In coming days, it will not be possible to survive spiritually . . . " without this.
What is the "guiding, directing, comforting and constant influence of the Holy Ghost."?