The Abrahamic Covenant
Why did the Lord command Abram to leave his homeland and go to a new land?
to establish a new nation, separating him from idolatrous influences into a land he would inherit, bringing a blessing to all families of the earth.
What question does the Lord ask in Genesis 18:14, and why is it important?
Is anything too hard for the Lord?
What choices did Lot make that placed his family in danger spiritually?
by prioritizing material gain over spiritual safety, specifically by choosing to live near and eventually within the wicked city of Sodom.
What promises did the Lord give Jacob in his dream of the ladder?
confirming the Abrahamic covenant to him
The Land, Numerous Posterity, The Ministry of Blessing, Personal Presence and Protection, Divine Assurance
What was Joseph's father's name?
Jacob
What promises did God make to Abram in Genesis 12 that later became known as the Abrahamic covenant?
God promised Abram land, personal blessing, a great nation (descendants), and that through him all families on earth would be blessed
Why did Sarah laugh when she heard she would have a son?
Her laughter was in response of disbelief, she knew that women of her age never had children.
Why were the cities of Sodom and Gomorrah destroyed?
due to extreme wickedness, rampant sexual immorality, pride, and the systemic neglect of the poor and needy. Their depravity was "very grievous", and they were destroyed for rejecting prophets and engaging in behavior that defied divine law
Why did Jacob wrestle with the angel, and what was the result?
to secure a blessing and affirm his covenant with God. Also receiving a new name, Israel, a permanent hip injury, and a deeper, humbled reliance on God.
how many brothers did Joseph have?
BONUS x2: Who was his only full brother
11
Benjamin
According to Abraham 1–2, what righteous desires did Abraham have that led the Lord to bless him?
a desire to be a "greater follower of righteousness," to possess greater knowledge, and to keep the commandments—led the Lord to bless him. He specifically sought the blessings of the fathers, priesthood authority, and a desire to teach righteousness
What does the birth of Isaac teach about the Lord keeping His promises?
God keeps His promises, even when they seem impossible, by fulfilling them at the perfect, appointed time.
How did Abraham show concern for others when he pleaded for Sodom?
by interceding with the Lord to spare Sodom, prioritizing the safety of the righteous—specifically his nephew Lot—over the destruction of the wicked. He demonstrated humility, courage, and love by bargaining to reduce the number of required righteous souls from 50 to 10
What does the name Israel mean, and why is it significant?
"let God prevail" or "one who struggles/perseveres with God"
What can we learn from Joseph’s example about what to do when we find ourselves in tempting situations?
If we remove ourselves from tempting situations, then we will have greater ability to resist temptation.
How are members of the Church today connected to the Abrahamic covenant?
through baptism and temple covenants, which make them "seed of Abraham" by adoption or lineage, regardless of literal ancestry.
How did Abraham demonstrate faith and obedience in this story?
immediately complying with the command to sacrifice his son Isaac, trusting completely in God's promises despite the contradiction
What lesson can be learned from Lot’s wife looking back?
to fully forsake sin and evil influences, we must leave them entirely and not long for them
What lessons about repentance, humility, or reconciliation can we learn from Jacob meeting Esau again?
If we make the effort to settle conflicts in the Lord’s way, then we can help restore peace to troubled relationships.
What do Joseph’s experiences teach about how God can turn difficult situations into blessings for good?
that God can turn extreme adversity into blessings by strengthening us through trials, transforming "evil intentions" into "good" outcomes, and saving lives through divine orchestration. By remaining faithful, Joseph shows that trusting God in hardship allows Him to make "weak things become strong" and fulfill His purposes
What are the obligations and blessings of the Abramamic Covenant?
In what ways is the sacrifice of Isaac a symbol of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice?
The sacrifice of Isaac is a profound "similitude" or "type" of Heavenly Father’s sacrifice of Jesus Christ, acting as a foreshadowing of the Atonement. Both stories share symbolic parallels, including a loving father offering his beloved son, the son willing to be sacrificed, and the sacrifice taking place on the same mountain range
How can young people avoid influences like those that surrounded Lot?
by cultivating strong personal testimonies, choosing friends with high standards, engaging in righteous activity, and following prophetic counsel. Key strategies include being "in the world but not of it"
What promised blessings have you experienced from striving to keep your covenants with God or by serving in the temple?
increased heavenly power, spiritual protection, and divine love (hesed), greater capacity to withstand trials, deeper peace, comfort, and the ability to find joy in daily life while becoming more like the Savior
How did Joseph show faith in God even when he was betrayed, enslaved, and imprisoned?
by maintaining strict integrity, refusing to become bitter, and trusting in God’s providence rather than seeking vengeance