Episodes

  • CARE - Mormon 7-9

    CARE - Mormon 7-9
    Nov 3 2024
    Introduction - Welcome and discussion about the object lesson recommended last week. (0:00 - 1:39) Mormon 7 - We can focus on the Savior in difficult times. Mormon 7:5-7 have students look for all the amazing things Moroni emphasized about Jesus Christ despite the difficult times he lived in. Which of these truths would lift people when times are difficult? Joseph Smith Quote, happiness is the object... you could share and brief discussion activity. Also, RM Nelson quote happiness versus joy? You might ask, when are some times when you have felt the joy the Savior offers? And how did that time bring you closer to Christ? (1:40 - 6:03) Mormon 8:1-26 - The worth of the Book of Mormon. Feeling the importance of the Book of Mormon in your life is directly connected with feeling the importance of Jesus Christ in your life. Elder Alvarado's story, man steals woman's Book of Mormon and finds Christ. Joseph Smith once mistakenly sought the plates for personal wealth and was shocked. Activity, challenge your class to write their testimony and share it with a friend. Value of the Book of Mormon. (6:04 - 10:58) Mormon 8:27-41; 91-6, 27-37 - One way to introduce the lesson is talk about someone who helped you be prepared for something (I share an example). Two key verses Mormon 8:34-35. How can we avoid being the person who is unprepared for the Second Coming? Understanding Jesus Christ's character, helping us prepare for His return. ET Benson quote, they saw our day. Book of Mormon study strategy, why did the inspired writer include this or that in the Book of Mormon? Why is it relevant for us in our day? (10:59 - 14:46) Mormon 9:7-27 - Relevance could be seeking to identify the miracles in your life. RA Rasband quote 1; quote 2; quote 3. Suggested questions, How many of you believe that you have witnessed a miracle or know someone that has witnessed a miracle? What did this miracle teach you about God? Was it big or small? Why do you think magnitude does not distinguish a miracle? What is a miracle you would like to see in your life? What do you think is one of the most important miracles that could happen in a teenagers life? DH Oaks quote about a mighty change of heart. Look for what Mormon said we need to do to have miracles happen in our lives. Concluding recommendation on a way to not get bogged down with feeling students have to answer every question. (14:36 - 19:22) Doctrinal Mastery Review 23 - memorizing with flash cards to quiz your partner, then play a game of slap jack. Variety can energize the class. A little bit of fun can go a long way. Be careful not to over emphasize memorization, but not neglect it either. (19:23 - 21:15) Conclusion - Thank you for being here with us. Check the notes for a summary of the video or podcast. Podcast version available on Spotify or Amazon. (21:16 - 22:18)
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    22 mins
  • CARE - Mormon 1-6

    CARE - Mormon 1-6
    Oct 25 2024

    Introduction and welcome (0:00 - 1:13).

    Mormon 1 - Consider orange object lesson and not letting the world peel away your faith in Christ. Elder Kearon quote. (1:14 - 5:21).

    Mormon 3 - Helping students find relevance in our lessons begins with the first paragraph of each lesson in curriculum, see example. The objective of Seminaries and Institutes is to prepare ourselves, our families, and others for eternal life, in other words to become converted and help others get on and stay on the covenant path. Practice beginning each lesson with the end in mind with a recommended activity (be prepared, D&C 38:30). (5:22 - 8:47).

    Mormon 3-6 - We can expect miracles, despite of the challenges and difficulties around us. Elder David A. Bednar Quote, make sure you scroll down to see the second paragraph. Your (8:48 - 12:35).

    Assess Your Learning, 3 Nephi 8 & Mormon 6 - What might stop us from trusting the Savior? In the middle of your trials we can see Christ's attributes. Help your students reflect on what they have learned from those two chapters. (12:37 - 16:02).

    Doctrinal Mastery Review - Create a more realistic situation students could use to practice explaining the doctrines of the Church. Use the doctrinal mastery list to see if they could find a scripture that would help their friend. Another possibility is use two stories from Elder Soares' talk and see if you can match a scripture to their situation. Then, explain how that scripture could help them. (16:05 - 20:10)
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    21 mins
  • CARE - 3 Nephi 27 - 4 Nephi

    CARE - 3 Nephi 27 - 4 Nephi
    Oct 25 2024

    Introduction and explanation of changes to our format (0:00 - 1:35).

    3 Nephi 27 - Part 1 - Correct name of the Church highlighting president Nelson's comments about receiving revelation to guide the Church (quote one and quote two) and D&C 21:4-5 (1:36 - 4:35).

    Part 2 - Becoming sanctified analogy of deleting files from our computer. Elder Christofferson's talk, D&C 20:77, 79. This idea also supports our Doctrinal Mastery verse, 3 Nepih 27:20. (4:36 - 8:14).

    3 Nephi 28 - a pattern to help students: my desires lead me to my actions, which lead me to help others come to Christ, and that leads me to joy. So, I need to increase my desire to bring souls to Christ. Karl D. Hirst's talk, God's Favourite. D&C 4:3-4; 18:10, 15-16. General Conference experiences of joy with sharing the gospel, story one and story two. (8:15 - 14:46).

    4 Nephi 1 feeling harmony, unity, and peace in our lives (Choir singing Let There Be Peace On Earth). How do I become more deeply converted, Elder Christofferson explains we need to get rid of rebellion, both active (commission) and passive (omission) rebellion (14:47 - 18:58). Conclusion (18:59 - 19:57)
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    20 mins