Doctrinal Mastery
Pres. Nelson - "The Everlasting Covenant" (Oct. 2022 Liahona)
Signs of/Preparing for Christ's 2nd Coming
Miscellaneous
Final Jeopardy
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100
D&C 6:36 - Finish it: "Look unto ..."
"Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not."
BONUS: What might that mean for someone who is afraid to serve a mission, go off to college, get a job, or share the gospel with a friend?
BONUS: How have you seen this principle to be true?
100
True or False: The everlasting covenant, the new and everlasting covenant, the Abrahamic covenant, and the Covenant are all different covenants.
FALSE: “The new and everlasting covenant” (D&C 132:6) and the Abrahamic covenant are essentially the same—two ways of phrasing the covenant God made with mortal men and women at different times.
100
OPEN TO EVERYONE (100 points per answer):
What are signs of the Savior's 2nd Coming?
D&C 45:24-25
D&C 45:26-27
D&C 45:28-29
D&C 45:31-33
D&C 45:40-42
D&C 45:48-53
D&C 45:24–25 – Jesus will reveal Himself as the Son of God to the Jews on the Mount of Olives.
D&C 45:26–27 – The gospel will be restored and bring light to the world.
D&C 45:28–29 – War, hatred, and iniquity will abound.
D&C 45:31–33 – Signs and wonders will be seen in the heavens and in the earth.
D&C 45:40–42 – Israel will be scattered and gathered.
D&C 45:48–53 – There will be sickness and earthquakes in the land; the wicked will harden their hearts, but disciples will stand in holy places.
BONUS: Why do you think the Lord wants us to know the signs (both hopeful and disturbing)?
100
You get 100 points for picking this question.
Now, does anyone have any questions about the temple?
Good Resources:
- ChurchofJesusChrist.org/temples
- YouTube Videos: "Two Apostles Lead a Virtual Tour of the Rome Italy Temple" or "Welcome to the House of the Lord"
200
In what DM scripture does Christ say that at His 2nd Coming, "I will reveal myself from heaven with power and great glory."
D&C 29:10-11
BONUS: What are 3 things you could do to prepare for that day? Why?
200
When did the everlasting covenant/Abrahamic Covenant begin?
The adjective everlasting denotes that this covenant existed even before the foundation of the world! The plan laid out in the Grand Council in Heaven included the sobering realization that we would all be cut off from God’s presence. However, God promised that He would provide a Savior who would overcome the consequences of the Fall.
BONUS: What does it teach you about our Heavenly Parents that they laid out this plan even before we came to earth and made mistakes?
200
SCENARIO:
Imagine that a friend has learned about the troubling signs that will precede the Savior’s Second Coming. Because of recent earthquakes nearby, she feels that some of these signs are already happening and is troubled about what is yet to come. She worries about how these events will impact her future. What scripture/words of prophets would you share with her to help?
One possibility:
As His covenant people, we need not be paralyzed by fear because bad things might happen. Instead, we can move forward with faith, courage, determination, and trust in God as we approach the challenges and opportunities ahead. (Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Perfect Love Casteth Out Fear,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2017, 106)
BONUS: With all the chaos that is happening and will happen in the world, what evidence have you seen that Jesus Christ is in control?
200
What did the high priest wear while in the Tabernacle (temple)? Why?
How is that like what we wear in the temple today?
300
What TWO doctrinal mastery scriptures from this semester teach about the importance of hearing and obeying the Lord's words through His prophets?
D&C 1:37-38 & D&C 21:4-6
BONUS: Understanding that the D&C was revealed in this dispensation and for this dispensation, why do you think the Lord wanted that message repeated so clearly?
BONUS: What might be some obstacles that cause us not to follow the prophet?
300
Why does God want us to make covenants with Him and stay on the covenant path?
When you and I ... enter that path, we have a new way of life. We thereby create a relationship with God that allows Him to bless and change us. The covenant path leads us back to Him. If we let God prevail in our lives, that covenant will lead us closer and closer to Him. All covenants are intended to be binding. They create a relationship with everlasting ties.
BONUS 1: What does this teach you about God?
BONUS 2: What does it teach you about yourself and how God sees you?
300
As we prepare for the Lord's 2nd Coming, what are 3 ways that we could study the Messages of the Lord's Servants?
OTHER IDEAS:
1) Look for doctrines/principles, invitations, and promised blessings.
2) Study the scriptures/resources cited in the talk (or in the endnotes)
3) Ask yourself what it teaches you about Jesus Christ's character, attributes, and roles.
REFLECT: If someone were to observe your life, what would they see that reflects the importance you place on the words of the Lord’s servants?
300
OPEN TO EVERYONE: Make a list of 15 of the Savior's titles, names, or roles in 1 minute - 10 points per name.
BONUS (100 points): Which of those names/roles have you seen the Savior exemplify in your life or the life of someone you know?
BONUS (100 points): D&C 45:3-5 - Why might advocate be a good title for the Savior? Why is it important to you that He is?
400
The Jedi Code forbade Anakin & Padme from getting married (so they did so in secret). What D&C DM scripture would God share with those who discourage or downplay the importance of marriage?
D&C 49:15-17 (or D&C 131:1-4)
BONUS: Why do you think the Lord feels so strongly about the importance of marriage between a man and a woman?
BONUS: How have you been blessed because others chose to prioritize marriage?
400
Scenario:
Tom is a good young man and generally faithful priesthood holder. Last night, though, he and his girlfriend let things get out of hand and they broke the law of chastity together (a serious sin). He feels awful, that surely God wants nothing to do with him, and that there is no way to go to heaven now.
Because God has 'hesed' for those who have covenanted with Him, He will love them. He will continue to work with them and offer them opportunities to change. He will forgive them when they repent. And should they stray, He will help them find their way back to Him.
Once you and I have made a covenant with God, our relationship with Him becomes much closer than before our covenant. Now we are bound together. Because of our covenant with God, He will never tire in His efforts to help us, and we will never exhaust His merciful patience with us. ... Making a covenant with God changes our relationship with Him forever.
BONUS: Why are you grateful that God continues to give not only Tom, but all of us every chance to change?
400
How would you respond?
Elder Uchtdorf taught:
One of the ways Satan wants us to manipulate others is by dwelling upon and even exaggerating the evil in the world.
Certainly our world has always been, and will continue to be, imperfect. Far too many innocent people suffer because of circumstances of nature as well as from man’s inhumanity. The corruption and wickedness in our day are unique and alarming.
But in spite of all this, I wouldn’t trade living in this time with any other time in the history of the world. We are blessed beyond measure to live in a day of unparalleled prosperity, enlightenment, and advantage. Most of all, we are blessed to have the fulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ, which gives us a unique perspective on the world’s dangers and shows us how to either avoid these dangers or deal with them.
When I think of these blessings, I want to fall to my knees and offer praises to our Heavenly Father for His never-ending love for all of His children. (Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Perfect Love Casteth Out Fear,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2017, 105–6)
400
Who are my nephews that go to Heritage?
Josh & Caleb
500
True or False: Men have access to priesthood power by virtue of ordination to priesthood offices. Women only have access to priesthood power through men.
Every man and every woman who participates in priesthood ordinances and who makes and keeps covenants with God has direct access to the power of God.
BONUS: Why do you think that is important to understand/apply?
500
OPEN TO EVERYONE (100 points per answer):
Specific Ways Jesus Christ Invites Us to Prepare for His 2nd Coming?
D&C 45:9
D&C 45:32
D&C 45:39
D&C 45:57
D&C 45:71
D&C 45:9 - Embrace the Everlasting Covenant
D&C 45:32 - Stand in Holy Places and Be Not Moved
D&C 45:39 - Look for Signs of His Coming
D&C 45:57 - Receive Truth & Take the Holy Spirit for Your Guide
D&C 45:71 - Gather with the Saints & Sing the Hymns
500
**Daily Double**
What are Brother Bates' children named (all 5 of them)?
Charlotte, Ethan, Timothy, Juliet, & Milo
1500
***This is worth +1500 if you get it right or -1500 if you get it wrong.***
What EXACTLY did Darth Vader say to Luke at the end of Episode V in cloud city? (HINT: it was the major reveal or plot twist of the movie)
A: "Luke, I am your father"
B: "No, I am your father"
C: "Luke, I am your 2nd cousin on your mother's side"
D: "Seagulls, hmm, Stop it Now!"