Prophets and Patriarchs
Place in chronological order:
(alphabetical)
Abraham, Joseph of Egypt, Moses, Noah
Noah, Abraham, Joseph of Egypt, Moses
Find who has the longest active scripture streak
Anyone past 5 days?
True or False: The Old Testament is a history book.
False. While it contains true stories, it is not an historical account, but an account of God's relationship with His children.
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
Do a "Rebekah-at-the-well" work out while retelling the story of Jacob.
Go! She fed 10 camels, which was about 300 buckets of water! This was a signal/symbol of her willingness to serve and be faithful. She was noble!
How can Redwood Trees be compared to Zion?
Redwood trees (like those in Redwood National and State Parks) don’t have deep taproots. Instead, their roots spread out and intertwine with other trees.
👉 On their own, they’d fall over.
👉 Together, they can withstand massive storms.
We aren’t meant to stand alone spiritually, we become strong by supporting each other.
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 some (2?) firstborns who didn't get the birthright. (Bonus points: who did get it instead?)
Cain (Abel). Esau (Jacob). Reuben (Joseph). Laman & Lemuel (Nephi). Lesson? You gotta want it.
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 were at least three characteristics the people of Enoch had that eventually formed a joyful and holy city the Lord called Zion. (Moses 7)
One heart, one mind, glory of God upon his people, dwelt in righteousness, no poor among them
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?
Give us your favorite example!
Journal time! Name what you want to START. STOP. CONTINUE. to establish Zion around you
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, something from the 10 Commandments movie that you loved, Genesis 22:1-14
Name at least 4 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!