Fill in the blank (Reference)
"I will __ & __ the things which the Lord hath _________?”
Go, Do, Commanded (1 Nephi 3:7)
What are the 3 principles of Acquiring Spiritual Knowledge?
Act in Faith
Eternal Perspective
Seek Divine Sources
2 Nephi 2:25
"Adam Fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy."
2 Nephi 2:25
A young person has an important decision to make that could greatly impact their future. They are nervous and unsure what choice to make.
Mosiah 2:41, 2 Nephi 32:2, 2 Nephi 32:8-9, 2 Nephi 28:30, 2 Nephi 2:27, Mosiah 4:9
King Benjamin told his people that if they would keep God’s commandments, the Lord would do which of the following things for them?
. A. Cause the sun to shine upon them.
. B. Destroy their enemies.
. C. Turn away the east wind from their lands.
. D. Bless them and prosper them.
. E. Reveal the mysteries of God unto them.
Answer: D (Mosiah 2:22)
The preaching of king Benjamin caused the fear of the Lord to come upon his people, and they all __________:
A. Repented in sackcloth and ashes
B. Fell to the earth
C. Were caught up into the third heaven
D. Spoke in tongues
E. Considered themselves to be unworthy creatures|
Answer: B (Mosiah 4:1)
This leader has been in leadership the longest
President Nelson
This former Republican Presidential candidate ran against President Obama in the 2012 election?
Mitt Romney
David A. Bednar
Allen
"All are _____ unto God?"
alike (2 Nephi 26:33)
What does it mean to Examine questions with an Eternal Perspective?
To examine doctrinal concepts, questions, and social issues with an eternal perspective, we consider them in the context of the plan of salvation and the teachings of the Savior.
See as God See, View things in context of the Plan of Salvation, the bigger picture
Mosiah 2:41
"Those that keep the commandments of God... are blessed in all things."
"I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded."
1 Nephi 3:7
A young woman lives in a situation that she feels makes it very difficult for her to keep the commandments of God. She wants to be obedient, but it seems too hard in her circumstances.
1 Nephi 3:7, Mosiah 18:8-10, Mosiah 4:9, 2 Nephi 32:3
In verse 32 of Mosiah chapter 2, King Benjamin told his people to beware of two specific transgressions. These two transgressions were:
. A. Insincere prayer and infrequent fasting
. B. Breaking the Sabbath Day and gainsaying
. C. Allowing contentions to arise among themselves and listing to obey the evil spirit
. D. Coveting their neighbors' wives and committing adultery
. E. High-mindedness and stiffneckedness
Answer: C (Mosiah 2:32)
King Benjamin counsels his people with all of the following counsel EXCEPT:
A. See that all things are done in wisdom and in order
B. Do not run faster than you have strength
C. Run at a speed that stretches your spiritual capabilities
D. Be diligent
E. Strive to win the prize
Answer: C (Mosiah 4:27)
Name of the acting president of the quorum of the 12 apostles
Jeffery R. Holland
"Vote for Pedro" is the battle-cry in the hotly contested class elections of this 2004 classic movie starring LDS actor Jon Heder.
Napoleon Dynamite
D. Todd Christofferson
David
"______ upon the _____ of Christ, for behold, the _____ of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do."
Feast, words, words (2 Nephi 32:3)
Give us an example of what it looks like the Act in Faith when you have questions?
We act in faith when we choose to trust God and turn to Him first through sincere prayer, a study of His teachings, and obedience to His commandments.
Elder Holland,"hold fast to what you already know and stand strong until additional knowledge comes."
2 Nephi 2:27
"They are free to choose liberty and eternal life.... or... captivity and death."
"Ye must Pray Always."
A friend asks you, why do bad things happen to good people. I thought God loved us, why does He allow us to suffer?
2 Nephi 2:25
True or false: King Benjamin had labored with his own hands to serve his people, that they might not be laden with taxes or other grievous burdens.
True
King Benjamin mentions two unpleasant consequences of a person not returning borrowed items to his neighbor. Those two consequences are:
A. Both the borrower and the neighbor might find themselves in danger of hell fire
B. The borrower commits sin and might cause his neighbor to commit sin
C. Neither the borrower nor his neighbor will be able to truly love their neighbor as themselves
D. The children of both the borrower and the neighbor will be cursed even unto the third generation
Answer: B (Mosiah 4:28)
LDS Apostles serve for how long?
Their entire lives after they're called.
This popular LDS Comedy TV show is made up of a Brigham Young University sketch comedy group.
Studio C
M. Russell Ballard
Melvin
"Put off the _______ ___ and become a ____ through the ________ of Christ the Lord."
Natural Man, Saint, Atonement (Mosiah 3:19)
Share at least 3 examples of what a Divine Sources would be that we should turn to when we have questions.
As part of the Lord’s appointed process for obtaining spiritual knowledge, He has established sources through which He reveals truth and guidance to His children. These sources include the light of Christ, the Holy Ghost, the scriptures, parents, and Church leaders. The First Presidency & Twelve Apostles.
Mosiah 4:9
"Put off the natural man and becometh a saint through the Atonement of Jesus Christ."
Mosiah 3:19
A young man is struggle to overcome a sin, he worries he might slip up again so he doesn't know if it is worth it to repent & talk to his bishop yet.
Mosiah 3:19, Alma 41:10, Mosiah 2:41
King Benjamin said many things about himself as he began his sermon, and he did that for what purpose?
. A. That he could boast
. B. That he could accuse his people
. C. That he could prepare them for the difficult doctrine which was to follow
. D. That he could answer a clear conscience before God
Answer: D (Mosiah 2:15)
King Benjamin admonishes his people to believe in God, and also to believe all of the following things about God EXCEPT:
A. That he is
B. That he created all things in heaven
C. That he created all things in the earth
D. That he has all wisdom
E. That he has all power in heaven
F. That he has all power in the earth
G. That man comprehends all the things which the Lord comprehends
Answer: G (Mosiah 4:9)
Name the three members of the First Presidency
President Nelson
President Eyring
President Oaks
This lead singer of an indie rock band from Nevada, famous for hits like "Somebody Told Me" and "Mr. Brightside", is very open about his membership in the Church.
Brandon Flowers of the Killers
Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Friedrich
"When ye are in the _______ of your ______ _____ ye are only in the _______ of your ___."
How did Jospeh Smith use these 3 Principles of Acquiring Spiritual Knowledge when he had questions.
JSH 1:1-20
2 Nephi 28:30
God "will give unto the children of men line upon line, precept upon precept."
Baptismal Covenant!
Be "baptized in the name of the Lord, as a witness... that ye have entered into a covenant with him."
Mosiah 18:8-10
A friend is struggle because some of the things they see on social media or that are accepted by their friends/peers are different than what is taught by the Prophets & Scriptures. They tell you just wait the Church will change they just needs to catch up to the times.
Mosiah 4:9, 2 Nephi 2:27-28, Mosiah 2:41
King Benjamin told his people that even if they served God with their whole souls, even then they would still be _____________.
. A. Ungrateful followers
. B. In his debt
. C. Unprofitable servants
. D. Less than the dust of the earth
. E. Imperfect creatures
Answer: C (Mosiah 2:21)
n order that his people not perish spiritually, king Benjamin admonishes them to do all of the following EXCEPT:
A. Watch yourselves
B. Watch your thoughts, words, and deeds
C. Observe the commandments
D. Continue in the faith concerning the coming of the Lord
E. Nourish the word and partake of the fruit of the tree of life
F. Continue in the faith until the end of your lives.
Answer: E (Mosiah 4:30)
Name the President of the Relief Society.
President Camille N. Johnson
This movie portrays the missionary service of Elder John H. Groberg to the island of Tonga.
The Other Side of Heaven
Russell M. Nelson
Marion