Doctrinal Mastery
(Passages)
(Passages)
John 3:16 teaches us what about God's love?
For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son.
Describe at least 1 principle we learn from the parable of the Good Samaritan.
Serve others
Love others unconditionally
Explain the principle of "Act in Faith"
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.
As we seek to develop our understanding and to resolve concerns, it is important that we rely on the testimony that we already have of Jesus Christ, the Restoration of His gospel, and the teachings of His ordained prophets.
Quote the key scripture phrase from John 7:17
"If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine."
Jesus taught us to let our ________ so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father which is in Heaven.
LIGHT
In Luke 2: 10-12, an Angel of the Lord said what to shepherds abiding in the field?
"For unto you is born this day in the City of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord."
What did Jesus tell the rich young ruler to do in order to obtain eternal life?
Sell all that he hath and give to the poor and follow Jesus.
Explain the principle of
"Examine Concepts and 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. We seek the help of the Holy Ghost in order to see things as the Lord sees them. This allows us to reframe the question (to see the question differently) and view ideas based on the Lord’s standard of truth rather than accepting the world’s premises or assumptions.
Quote the key scripture phrase from Matthew 11:28-30.
"Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest."
Jesus taught, Be ye therefore _______, even as your Father which is in heaven is _______.
PERFECT
PERFECT
What commandments are taught in Matthew 22: 36-39?
"Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all they heart and shalt love thy neighbor as thyself."
Name three (3) parables of the "Lost"
The lost sheep
The lost coin
The prodigal son
Explain the principle of
"Seek Further Understanding through Divinely Appointed Sources"
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 and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles—the Lord’s prophets upon the earth today—are a vital source of truth. The Lord has chosen and ordained these individuals to speak for Him.
Quote the key scripture phrase from Matthew 16: 15-19
Jesus said, "I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom."
Jesus concluded the Sermon on the Mount by likening those who hear His sayings to a Wise man who did what?
Built his house upon a rock. And when the rain descended, and the floods came and the winds blew and beat upon that house, it fell not for it was founded upon a rock.
John 3:5: Jesus taught that a man must be born of water and of the Spirit or he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. Who was he teaching?
The Pharisee Nicodemus
Jesus rebuked the scribes and Pharisees who used tradition as an excuse to break the commandments of God. Name one of these traditions.
The Jewish oral law such as:
counting steps on the Sabbath
excessively washing hands before meals
Not using money to take care of elderly parents
What steps should we take to help others acquire spiritual knowledge? (Name 2 of the 4 steps)
1. Listen carefully and prayerfully
2. Teach and testify of gospel truths
3. Invite them to act in faith
4. Follow through
Quote the key scripture phrase from Luke 22: 19-20.
Jesus Christ commanded, partake of the sacrament "in remembrance of me."
Jesus taught "Ye have heard that it hath been said, Thou shalt love thy neighbour, and hate thine enemy." Fill in the rest: But I say unto you, ______your enemies, ______them that curse you, do ______to them that hate you, and ______for them which despitefully use you and persecute you.
LOVE
BLESS
GOOD
PRAY
Quote the key scripture phrase from John 17:3
"And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ."
SWITCH MONEY WITH ANOTHER TEAM!
PICK WHICH TEAM YOU WANT TO SWITCH WITH!
Name the callings Brother Johnson and Brother Smith served in together over twenty (20) years ago :)
Elders Quorum Presidency in the Cherry Hill Ward.
Quote the key scripture phrase from Luke 24:36-39.
"For a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have."
Describe the Joseph Smith translation to Matthew 7:1 (Judge not, that ye be not judged).
Judge not unrighteously, that ye be not judged; but judge righteous judgement.