Key DM Phrase
"Ye must pray always."
What is 2 Nephi 32:8-9?
You can't help but feel confused about the importance of praying to God. You've tried praying before but it doesn't seem to work so you haven't done it in a long time. Despite hearing others talk about the comfort and guidance they receive through prayer, you struggle to see its significance in your own life. Doubts linger in your mind as you question whether praying to God will truly make a difference.
What is 2 Nephi 32:8-9?
"Ye must pray always"
A master or ruler.
Who is "Lord"?
How often should I pray?
Can prayer help us make better decisions?
How can prayer help me understand difficult principles?
Who doesn't want us to pray and why?
Should we pray even when things are going well in our lives?
What is 2 Nephi 32:8-9
“Ye must pray always.”
2 Nephi 28:30
What is God “will give unto the children of men line upon line, precept upon precept”?
"All are alike unto God."
What is 2 Nephi 26:33?
You find yourself frustrated as you're told you can't do something you really want to do. "Why can't I just do what I want?" You often feel annoyed by the restrictions placed on you. It feels unfair and unnecessary, and you can't understand why you're being told no. Despite your protests, the gospel laws remain in place, leaving you feeling resentful and rebellious. You wonder: "Why is doing whatever I want so bad and why should I try to do what God says is good?"
What is Mosiah 3:19?
“[Put] off the natural man and [become] a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord.”
The GREEK name for "the Anointed One." A reminder that Jesus was chosen from the foundation of the world to save us and bring us into a covenant with Heavenly Father.
What is "Christ"?
Should we treat everyone equally?
Is it right to judge people by their appearance or background?
Can we be friends with people who are not like us?
How can we show love to everyone?
What is 2 Nephi 26:33?
“All are alike unto God.”
2 Nephi 26:33
What is “All are alike unto God”?
What is Mosiah 4:9?
You sit at your desk, surrounded by textbooks and homework assignments, feeling overwhelmed by the demands of school and extracurricular activities. As you glance at the scriptures lying untouched on your bedside table, you can't help but feel a sense of frustration and indifference. You find yourself neglecting the scriptures in favor of more immediate priorities, convinced that they hold no relevance to your busy teenage life.
What is 2 Nephi 32:3?
“Feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do.”
The HEBREW name for "the Anointed One." A reminder that Jesus was chosen from the foundation of the world to save us and bring us into a covenant with Heavenly Father.
What is "Messiah"?
How can God expect me to follow his commandments, when it's so hard?
How can I trust that God will help me do what He asks?
Why should I trust God when I'm scared or unsure?
Will God ask me to do something without helping me every step of the way to succeed?
Can I have faith that God will make a way for me to follow His commands?
What is 1 Nephi 3:7?
“Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy.”
2 Nephi 32:8–9
What is “Ye must pray always”?
"I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded."
What is 1 Nephi 3:7?
You're lounging on the couch, engrossed in your favorite video game, when your mom interrupts with a request for you to help set the table for dinner. Annoyed, you let out a frustrated sigh and mumble about how unfair it is that you always have to do chores. "Why do I have to do everything around here?" you grumble..."it's stupid that I have to help with dinner when I don't even want to eat it."
What is Mosiah 2:17?
“When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”
A leader or captain of armies ("the hosts" of heaven and earth). Someone who will help you fight and WIN the battles you face.
Who is the "Lord of Hosts"?
Why is it important to learn and grow over time?
Shouldn't I expect to understand everything in the gospel at once?
How can we trust that things will become clearer with time?
Can we find comfort in the idea that understanding comes gradually?
How can we embrace the process of learning and growing?
What is 2 Nephi 28:30?
God “will give unto the children of men line upon line, precept upon precept.”
2 Nephi 2:27
What is “They are free to choose liberty and eternal life … or … captivity and death”?
"They are free to choose liberty and eternal life...or...captivity and death."
What is 2 Nephi 2:27?
"If God is real," you think to yourself, "then why does He allow bad things to happen?" You've seen so much suffering and pain in the world, and it makes it hard for you to believe in an all-powerful God who would **let others choose to be so awful to each other.** You feel disillusioned and doubtful. "If God really cared," you mutter, **"He would stop it Himself."**
What is 2 Nephi 2:27?
“They are free to choose liberty and eternal life … or … captivity and death.”
The one who made the Earth and all things in it.
Who is "Creator"?
Should people have the freedom to make their own choices?
As a parent I should control all of my teenager's choices right?
Why does God allow people to do bad things?
Is it okay to let others make their own decisions, even if we disagree?
How can we avoid making choices that lead to unhappiness?
What is 2 Nephi 2:27?
“They are free to choose liberty and eternal life … or … captivity and death.”
1 Nephi 3:7
What is “I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded”?
God "will give unto the children of men line upon line, precept upon precept."
What is 2 Nephi 28:30?
You are going through a tough time at school dealing with friends and struggling with grades and feeling like everything is going wrong. "Why is this life so hard and so sad" you wonder and question the purpose of life. How can you find joy in life's journey?
What is 2 Nephi 2:25?
“Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy.”
A royal who can provide those things that bring you contentment and confidence and stability in turbulent times.
Who is the "Prince of Peace"?
Why do bad things happen if God loves us?
What is the purpose of life?
Is there a connection between hardship and happiness?
How can we find joy in difficult situations?
Should we strive for happiness even when facing challenges?
What is 2 Nephi 2:25?
“Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy.”
2 Nephi 2:25
What is “Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy”?
What is Mosiah 2:41?
You feel a sense of superiority. Your family is well-off and you belong to a prestigious religious group that you believe was chosen to be leaders of others. You think you are blessed more than others because of your obedience and so you must be closer to God. When you talk to others about those blessings and why they should live and believe like you, you are called self-righteous. What is a scripture that could help you change your attitude about how God feels about those who believe and those who don't?
What is 2 Nephi 26:33?
“All are alike unto God.”
A ruler who is omnipotent and who will use that power to bless and provide for you.
Who is the "Lord God Almighty"?
Should we look for opportunities to serve others?
Why is it important to serve others?
Does God expect us to serve other people?
Is it okay to ignore someone who needs our help?
How can we show love and kindness to those around us?
What is Mosiah 2:17?
“When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God.”
Mosiah 2:17
What is “When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God”?
"Adam fell that men might be; and men are, that they might have joy."
What is 2 Nephi 2:25?
You recently read an article about the benefits of tea. You think, "If tea is so good for you, then why would the prophet tell us not to drink it?" You start to wonder if what science says is good, then why does the prophet say it's bad?
What is Mosiah 4:9?
“Believe in God; … believe that he has all wisdom.”
The supreme leader and ruler, one whose authority is over all his subjects.
Who is the "King"?
Why is it important to believe in God?
Can we find guidance and direction in God's wisdom?
Is it okay to have faith in something we can't see?
How can belief in God influence our actions and choices?
Should we have confidence in God's ability to guide us through life?
What is Mosiah 4:9?
“Believe in God; … believe that he has all wisdom.”
Mosiah 18:8–10
What is Be “baptized in the name of the Lord, as a witness … that ye have entered into a covenant with him”?
"When ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only in the service of your God."
What is Mosiah 2:17?
You were baptized when you were 8, but that not only feels like a long time ago, you know you and your faith have changed quite a bit. You're not a little kid anymore and you start to feel like those promises you made back then don't really matter anymore. You wonder, Does Heavenly Father actually expect me to keep those promises? I still believe in Jesus, I'm just not sure why the ordinances and promises are so important.
What is Mosiah 18:8-10?
Be “baptized in the name of the Lord, as a witness … that ye have entered into a covenant with him.”
The one who has the knowledge and understanding to help you in your specific needs. To provide direction and assistance in your circumstances.
Who is the "Counselor"?
Is it fair to expect the teachings of Jesus to provide answers to life's questions?
Should we prioritize the words of Christ over other advice or teachings?
Can we find comfort and peace in following the words of Christ?
Is it important to study and understand the words of Christ?
How can we ensure that we are truly feasting upon the words of Christ in our lives?
What is 2 Nephi 32:3?
“Feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do.”
Mosiah 3:19
What is “[Put] off the natural man and [become] a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord”?
Be "baptized in the name of the Lord, as a witness...that ye have entered into a covenant with him."q
What is Mosiah 18:8-10
Despite promising yourself that you would only check instagram (or your fave game) for a few minutes, you realize that hours have slipped away unnoticed. It just feels like a good escape from the challenges and pressures of real life, but you've noticed that so much time spent on your phone means you haven't gotten much else done, like your homework or your ministering. You're not sure how you can get it all done.
What is 1 Nephi 3:7?
“I will go and do the things which the Lord hath commanded.”
"God with us."
What is "Immanuel"?
Why should I be baptized?
How can baptism strengthen our relationship with God?
Should we take promises and covenants seriously?
How can baptism influence our behavior and choices?
Who should be baptized?
What is Mosiah 18:8-10?
Be “baptized in the name of the Lord, as a witness … that ye have entered into a covenant with him.”
Mosiah 2:41
What is “Those that keep the commandments of God … are blessed in all things”?
"Feast upon the words of Christ for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do."
What is 2 Nephi 32:3?
As the seminary lesson progresses, you find yourself struggling to keep up, feeling frustrated and overwhelmed. "Why is this so hard to understand?" you wonder silently, feeling a pang of inadequacy creeping in. As the teacher continues to delve into the intricacies of the doctrine, you feel a growing sense of frustration bubbling up inside you, wishing you could just **comprehend it all right now.**
What is 2 Nephi 28:30?
God “will give unto the children of men line upon line, precept upon precept.”
A parent who doesn't change. He's the same yesterday, today and forever -- so is His love, guidance, willingness to help and provide.
Why should we try to overcome our selfish desires?
Can we change for the better with help from Jesus Christ?
How can we become better people?
Can we find strength in Jesus to overcome challenges?
How would following our natural/carnal desires the opposite of following God?
What is Mosiah 3:19?
“[Put] off the natural man and [become] a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord.”
2 Nephi 32:3
What is “Feast upon the words of Christ; for behold, the words of Christ will tell you all things what ye should do”?
"[Put] off the natural man and [become] a saint through the atonement of Christ the Lord."
What is Mosiah 3:19?
The teachings of the prophets and the commandments seem outdated and irrelevant to your modern life, and you can't help but view them as pointless and stupid. Despite hearing others talk about the importance of faith and spirituality, you struggle to see the value in it for yourself. You notice that those who don't live Gospel standards seem to be doing just fine, so why should you?
What is Mosiah 2:41?
“Those that keep the commandments of God … are blessed in all things.”
A symbol of the perfect, innocent sacrifice made to God in behalf of others.
What is the "Lamb of God"?
Why is it important to follow the commandments?
How can obeying the commandments lead to positive outcomes?
Is it fair to expect blessings for doing what's right?
How can following commandments bring happiness?
What is the ultimate outcome of following the gospel?
What is Mosiah 2:41?
“Those that keep the commandments of God … are blessed in all things.”
Mosiah 4:9
What is “Believe in God; … believe that he has all wisdom”?