Scripture references
"Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the the kingdom of God."
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JOHN 3:5
John 3:16
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“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son.”
Name the three principles of acquiring spiritual knowledge.
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1- Act in Faith
2- Examine concepts and questions with an eternal perspective.
3- Seek further understanding through divinely appointed sources.
Your friend asks, “What is so important about Jesus Christ?”
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Luke 2:10-12
“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”
John 17:3
"And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ."
This doctrinal mastery scripture teaches that our righteous example can encourage others to draw nearer to Heavenly Father.
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Matthew 5:14-16
"Let your light so shine before men."
“For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”
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LUKE 2:10–12
Matthew 22:36-39
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“Thou shalt love the Lord thy God. … Thou shalt love thy neighbour.”
Explain the first principle of acquiring spiritual knowledge:
ACT IN FAITH
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Trust in God.
Turn to Him through prayer, scripture study, and obeying His commandments.
Rely on what you already know about God while you seek more truth.
Your friend asks, “Why do I need to be baptized? Can’t I just be a good person?”
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John 3:5
“Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God.”
This doctrinal mastery scripture teaches that Jesus Christ entrusts the keys of His kingdom to His chosen prophets and apostles.
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Matthew 16:15-19
Jesus said, "I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom."
“Let your light so
shine before men.”
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MATTHEW 5:14-16
JOHN 17:3
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“And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ.”
Explain the second principle of acquiring spiritual knowledge:
EXAMINE CONCEPTS AND QUESTIONS WITH AN ETERNAL PERSPECTIVE
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Consider how it fits with the Plan of Salvation and teachings of Jesus Christ.
Try to see things as the Lord does.
Reframe ideas based on what you know about God.
You are feeling overwhelmed by life and wonder where you can turn for relief.
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Matthew 11:28-30
“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
This doctrinal mastery scripture teaches that the Lord promises to forgive us of our sins at baptism, and we renew that covenant each time we sincerely partake of the sacrament with the intent of remembering the Savior and keeping His commandments.
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Luke 22:19-20
Jeus Christ commanded, partake of the sacrament "in rememberance of me."
"If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine."
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JOHN 7:17
Matthew 11:28-30
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“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
Explain the third principle of acquiring spiritual knowledge:
SEEK FURTHER UNDERSTANDING THROUGH DIVINELY APPOINTED SOURCES
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Use the following sources to search for answers to your gospel related questions: the light of Christ, the Holy Ghost, scriptures, parents, church leaders, living prophets and apostles.
Choose sources of information wisely.
Your friend asks, "Which of all God's commandments are the most important, and why?"
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Matthew 22:36-39
“Thou shalt love the Lord thy God. ... Thou shalt love thy neighbour.”
This doctrinal mastery scripture teaches that Heavenly Father loves His children so much that He sent His Only Begotten Son to suffer for their sins.
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John 3:16
""For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son."
Jesus said, "I will give unto thee the keys of the kingdom."
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MATTHEW 16:15-19
Luke 24:36-39
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“For a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have.”
Using the principles of acquiring spiritual knowledge, describe what you could do to help a friend who has a sincere question about the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Listen and ask questions to help you understand.
Invite them to act in faith through prayer, obedience, and study.
Share gospel truths - use doctrinal mastery scriptures and other divinely appointed resources.
Offer to help search for answers and follow through.
Bear testimony of things you believe and know to be true. Share experiences that have helped you gain and strengthen your testimony.
Your friend says, "I've always been taught that Jesus is a spirit. What is the Resurrection?"
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Luke 24:36-39
"For a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have."
This doctrinal mastery scripture teaches that if we do Heavenly Father's will, then we will receive a testimony of His doctrine.
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John 7:17
"If any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine."