Tagged with "Priesthood"
Teachings of George Albert Smith 11: Revelation from God to His Children
"Why does the Lord want us to pray to Him and to ask? Because that is how revelation is received." -Richard G. Scott Note: As the Church has said, the manual has been prepared as the primary source of lesson material. This supplement, from a general conference address, is only meant as a complement...
Washington Post: How the Mormon church teaches priesthood holders to lead
MR says: Do you think priesthood duties are responsible for so many successful Mormon businessmen? This piece is part of a joint On Faith - On Leadership series exploring the Mormon experiences that have helped shaped Mitt Romney’s leadership style, with pieces contributed by promiment Mormon writers and...
Teachings of George Albert Smith 10: The Scriptures, the Most Valuable Library in the World
"God loves all His children. He wants all of them to return to Him. He desires everyone to be in tune with the sacred music of faith." - Quentin L. Cook Excerpt from "In Tune with the Music of Faith" by Elder Quentin L. Cook, April 2012 General Conference: Clearly, a dividing line between...
Updating the RS/PH Manual Mid-Year?
Last night I noticed a change on lds.org. I’m not sure when it happened, but a new page has been added called “Common Questions for Teachings of Presidents of the Church: George Albert Smith, 2012.” (Notice the site dates the GAS manual itself as 2010, so this is evidently quite new.) Only...
RS/MP Lesson 8: “Temple Blessings for Ourselves and Our Ancestors” (George Albert Smith Manual)
As always, these notes provide insights into scripture with the intent that individuals will come to their own conclusions on how best to present the material in the manual. I know of no better way of accomplishing that task than by reading the scriptures. In my own lessons, quotes from the manual...
Teachings of George Albert Smith 9: Open Your Soul to the Lord in Prayer
"Prayer is a supernal gift of our Father in Heaven to every soul." -Richard G. Scott Note: As the Church has said, the manual has been prepared as the primary source of lesson material. This supplement, from a general conference address, is only meant as a complement to your study on this...
Young Women Lesson 16: Women and Priesthood Bearers
"If you live up to your privileges, the angels cannot be restrained from being your associates." -Joseph Smith Discussion Questions • What can you do to help your young men friends honor their priesthood, defend and preserve their virtue, and be ready for their future responsibilities? •...
RS/MP Lesson 7: “The Immortality of the Soul” (George Albert Smith Manual)
In sports, sometimes a team is said to be playing not to lose, rather than playing to win. What does that mean, and how can it be applied to thinking about immortality? I don’t think immortality in this lesson is referring just to the absence of death, as we usually think of it. Rather, I think...
Young Women Lesson 15: The Melchizedek Priesthood
"The priesthood is a gift which brings with it not only special blessings but also solemn responsibilities." -Thomas S. Monson Discussion Questions • How has the priesthood blessed your life? • Think of a priesthood holder you respect. Describe how he honors the priesthood and share why you...
Teachings of George Albert Smith Lesson 8: Temple Blessings for Ourselves and Our Ancestors
"Our inborn yearnings for family connections are fulfilled when we are linked to our ancestors through sacred ordinances of the temple." -Russell M. Nelson Note: As the Church has said, the manual has been prepared as the primary source of lesson material. This supplement, from a general...
Young Men Lesson 15: Unity and Brotherhood in the Priesthood
"Let us go forward in faith, confidence, and virtue, serving with Christ to help save our families and all of our Heavenly Father’s children." - Michael A. Nieder Discussion Questions • What does it mean to you to have brotherhood and unity in your priesthood quorum? • What can you do to...
Young Women Lesson 14: Patriarchal Leadership in the Home
"The family proclamation gives this beautiful explanation of the relationship between a husband and a wife: While they have separate responsibilities, 'in these sacred responsibilities, fathers and mothers are obligated to help one another as equal partners.'" -Dallin H. Oaks Discussion...
Teachings of George Albert Smith Lesson 7: The Immortality of the Soul
"Anything that befalls us here in mortality is but for a small moment, and if we are true and faithful God will eventually exalt us on high." -Bruce R. McConkie Note: As the Church has said, the manual has been prepared as the primary source of lesson material. This supplement, from a general...
Young Women Lesson 13: Sustaining Priesthood Bearers
"Prepare now so that you may qualify to receive all the blessings that await you in the Lord’s holy temples." -Elaine S. Dalton Discussion Questions • How can you be a positive influence on the young men you know, especially those who hold the Aaronic Priesthood? • Why is it important to...
Podcast: How Can We Truly Confront Racism within Mormon Thought and Culture?
A recent Washington Post article that discussed the origins and history of Mormonism’s racialized teachings and policies has caused quite a stir, launching important conversations. The article’s most controversial element was the inclusion of comments from BYU religion professor Randy Bott in...
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