Prophets and Patriarchs
Place in chronological order:
(alphabetical)
Abraham, Joseph of Egypt, Moses, Noah
Noah, Abraham, Joseph of Egypt, Moses
How many chapters are in the book of Moses?
8 Chapters
Who was the mother of Abraham's First Son: Ishmael?
Hagar
Short/easy definition of Zion.
The pure in heart.
Sing a song that reminds you of the Creation.
Possibilities:
I Am a Child of God
My Heavenly Father Loves Me
Name at least 4 tribes of Israel.
Reuben. Simeon. Levi. Judah. Dan. Naphtali. Gad. Asher. Issachar. Zebulon. Benjamin. Joseph. Manasseh. Ephraim.
Which 3 books of scripture contain the Creation Story? Bonus points if you can list the chapters.
Genesis 1-2, Moses 2-3, Abraham 4-5
Who was taken up by God and did not taste death?
Encoh
How does the cross, or crossing yourself like Catholics do, relate to Zion?
It reminds us of vertical and horizontal covenants, that, if lived, make us a Zion-like people.
Scale of 1-10, in your journal, rate how sincere your personal prayers have been lately.
Ere you left your room this morning, did you think to pray? In the name of Christ, our Savior, Did you sue for loving favor? ...Don't forget to pray.
Name 2 firstborn who didn't get the birthright. (Bonus points: who did get it instead?)
Cain (Abel). Esau (Jacob). Reuben (Joseph). Ishmael(Isaac).
Where do you find the Joseph Smith Translation (JST)? Find it! Show me!
After the Bible Dictionary
Compared to secular or scientific learning, what do you think the Bible covers best? Explain.
WHO, WHAT, WHY, HOW
WHO and WHY
It tells us WHO we are: about God and the children of God. It tells us WHY we are here. Science teaches us more about HOW and WHAT.
What are the 3 types of relational covenants we make that will help us become Zion-like?
Holiness/Righteousness. Unity. Charity.
Relationship Status Check! Use your journal. Write down at least 1 thing in each: You--God, You--Someone Difficult, You--You.
If you couldn't think of anything that you have done recently to strengthen each relationship, write down a goal to do something today.
Draw out the genealogy of the patriarchs... include a couple wives. Start with Abraham... end with lines drawn for the 12 tribes...
Who did you miss?
Show me 3 marked Doctrinal Mastery (DM) Scriptures in your scriptures.
Were they easy to find? How can you make them easier to find for the future?
Explain the importance of eternal marriage in Heavenly Father’s plan.
Eternal marriage is considered essential for exaltation and attaining the highest degree of the Celestial Kingdom. Ordained of God, this covenant enables families to be sealed together forever, allowing individuals to become like Heavenly Parents and experience a fulness of joy in the next life
What do you value and desire? Like Abraham? What are your priorities? (Abraham 1: 2, 4)
Draw a line representing your spiritual momentum either a) since January OR b) since the beginning of the school year.
Label your highs and lows. Take 1 minute to reflect on your slope.
Tell us a spiritual lesson you learned from either the story of Moses or the story of Abraham. Bonus points: Find a scripture that relates to that principle or lesson.
Possibilities: Moses 1:1-6, Abraham 1:1-19, Moses 1:12-18, Genesis 22:1-14
Name at least 3 Ps from the Abrahamic Covenant. Describe how you are living that covenant. Bonus points: where can you find this in the scriptures?
Posterity. Priesthood. Place (land). Power. Preaching (ministering/bless all nations). *Abraham 2:8-11 *Genesis 12:2,3,7 *Genesis 17:1-9
Tell us a spiritual lesson you learned from the story of Joseph of Egypt. Bonus points: Find a scripture that relates to that principle or lesson.
*Genesis chapters 37-45
In Genesis 1:28 we are commanded to be fruitful. How have you been / can you be fruitful? Name at least 4 things.
Smiling. Working out. Forgiving. Making dinner for your family. Studying hard. Magnifying your calling. Volunteering for something. Being kind to your sibling. Sustaining church leaders. Going to the temple. Family Hx. Expressing gratitude. Reading scriptures.
What are 2 questions or topics that you hope to learn or hear more about at General Conference? Journal!
I know that you can receive revelation and comfort as you prepare for General Conference!