Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 1 Néphi 8:4-7. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 1 Néphi 8:4-28. Quelles son t les interprétations de la vision de Léhi qui furent données à Néphi?

1 Nephi 8:4
But behold, Laman and Lemuel, I fear exceedingly because of you; for behold, methought I saw in my dream, a dark and dreary wilderness.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 1 Néphi 8:3,4.

1 Nephi 8:3
And behold, because of the thing which I have seen, I have reason to rejoice in the Lord because of Nephi and also of Sam; for I have reason to suppose that they, and also many of their seed, will be saved.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 1 Néphi 8:1,2.

1 Nephi 8:1
And it came to pass that we had gathered together all manner of seeds of every kind, both of grain of every kind, and also of the seeds of fruit of every kind.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 1 Néphi 1:4 Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 1 Néphi 1:4. Qui était Sédécias et quelle était la situation politique quand Léhi commentça son ministère?

1 Nephi 1:4
For it came to pass in the commencement of the first year of the reign of Zedekiah, king of Judah, (my father, Lehi, having dwelt at Jerusalem in all his days); and in that same year there came many prophets, prophesying unto the people that they must repent, or the great city Jerusalem must be destroyed.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 1 Néphi 1. Préface. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 1 Néphi 1:1-3. Dans quelle langue les annales du Livre de Mormon furent-elles écrites?

1 Nephi 1:1
I, Nephi, having been born of goodly parents, therefore I was taught somewhat in all the learning of my father; and having seen many afflictions in the course of my days, nevertheless, having been highly favored of the Lord in all my days; yea, having had a great knowledge of the goodness and the mysteries of God, therefore I make a record of my proceedings in my days.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 20:8-9. Qu'arrive-t-il quand on prend dignement la Sainte-Cène? Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 20:8-9 What does the Savior promise those who partake of the sacrament? Why is this promise so significant?

3 Nephi 20:8
And he said unto them: He that eateth this bread eateth of my body to his soul; and he that drinketh of this wine drinketh of my blood to his soul; and his soul shall never hunger nor thirst, but shall be filled.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 20:1-9. L'importance de la Sainte-Cène. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 20:1. We Should Continually Pray in Our Hearts.

3 Nephi 20:1
And it came to pass that he commanded the multitude that they should cease to pray, and also his disciples. And he commanded them that they should not cease to pray in their hearts.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 30:1,2. Comment les Gentils peuvent-ils être comptés parmi Israël?

3 Nephi 30:1
Hearken, O ye Gentiles, and hear the words of Jesus Christ, the Son of the living God, which he hath commanded me that I should speak concerning you, for, behold he commandeth me that I should write, saying:

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 22:1-17. Prophéties relatives á Israël dans les derniers jours.

3 Nephi 22:1
And then shall that which is written come to pass: Sing, O barren, thou that didst not bear; break forth into singing, and cry aloud, thou that didst not travail with child; for more are the children of the desolate than the children of the married wife, saith the Lord.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 21:23. Qui l'expression "reste de Jacob" désigne-t-elle?

3 Nephi 21:23
And they shall assist my people, the remnant of Jacob, and also as many of the house of Israel as shall come, that they may build a city, which shall be called the New Jerusalem.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 21:9-11. Qui est le "serviteur" dont le Sauveur a parlé?

3 Nephi 21:9
For in that day, for my sake shall the Father work a work, which shall be a great and a marvelous work among them; and there shall be among them those who will not believe it, although a man shall declare it unto them.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 21:1-8. Quel est le grand signe de l'accomplissement futur des prophéties du Seigneur aux Néphites?

3 Nephi 21:1
And verily I say unto you, I give unto you a sign, that ye may know the time when these things shall be about to take place—that I shall gather in, from their long dispersion, my people, O house of Israel, and shall establish again among them my Zion;

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 20:29-31,46. Quelles propheties du Sauveur sont maintenant en cours d'accomplissement?

3 Nephi 20:29
And I will remember the covenant which I have made with my people; and I have covenanted with them that I would gather them together in mine own due time, that I would give unto them again the land of their fathers for their inheritance, which is the land of Jerusalem, which is the promised land unto them forever, saith the Father.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 20:23-46. Jésus-Christ est le centre.

3 Nephi 20:23
Behold, I am he of whom Moses spake, saying: A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brethren, like unto me; him shall ye hear in all things whatsoever he shall say unto you. And it shall come to pass that every soul who will not hear that prophet shall be cut off from among the people.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 20:15. Qui sont les Gentils?

3 Nephi 20:15
And I say unto you, that if the Gentiles do not repent after the blessing which they shall receive, after they have scattered my people—

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 20:10-22. Qui sont les restes dispersés d'Israël dont parlent ces versets?

3 Nephi 20:10
And it came to pass that when they had all given glory unto Jesus, he said unto them: Behold now I finish the commandment which the Father hath commanded me concerning this people, who are a remnant of the house of Israel.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 19:35. Miracles Come to Those Who Have Faith.

3 Nephi 19:35
And it came to pass that when Jesus had made an end of praying he came again to the disciples, and said unto them: So great faith have I never seen among all the Jews; wherefore I could not show unto them so great miracles, because of their unbelief.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 19:24. "They Did Not Multiply Many Words". Evernote: My answers to Scripture Study Questions. 3 Nephi 19:24-25. What appears to have happened to the disciples in these verses?

3 Nephi 19:24
And it came to pass that when Jesus had thus prayed unto the Father, he came unto his disciples, and behold, they did still continue, without ceasing, to pray unto him; and they did not multiply many words, for it was given unto them what they should pray, and they were filled with desire.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 19:20-23, 29. A Prayer for Unity.

3 Nephi 19:20
Father, I thank thee that thou hast given the Holy Ghost unto these whom I have chosen; and it is because of their belief in me that I have chosen them out of the world.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 19:19-20, 27-28. "I Thank Thee".

3 Nephi 19:19
And it came to pass that Jesus departed out of the midst of them, and went a little way off from them and bowed himself to the earth, and he said:

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 19:18, 22. "They Did Pray unto Jesus".

3 Nephi 19:18
And behold, they began to pray; and they did pray unto Jesus, calling him their Lord and their God.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 19:9. The Disciples Prayed for the Holy Ghost.

3 Nephi 19:9
And they did pray for that which they most desired; and they desired that the Holy Ghost should be given unto them.

Note: Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 19:6-8, 16-17. Why do you think kneeling when possible is an important part of prayer?

3 Nephi 19:6
And the twelve did teach the multitude; and behold, they did cause that the multitude should kneel down upon the face of the earth, and should pray unto the Father in the name of Jesus.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 18:36-37. Jesus Gave His Disciples "Power to Give the Holy Ghost"

3 Nephi 18:36
And it came to pass that when Jesus had made an end of these sayings, he touched with his hand the Disciples whom he had chosen, one by one, even until he had touched them all, and spake unto them as he touched them.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 18:26-32. A Sacred Ordinance.

3 Nephi 18:26
And now it came to pass that when Jesus had spoken these words, he turned his eyes again upon the Disciples whom he had chosen, and said unto them:

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 18:21. "Pray in Your Families".

3 Nephi 18:21
Pray in your families unto the Father, always in my name, that your wives and your children may be blessed.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 18:18. "Whatch and Pray Always". Evernote: Scriputure Study Notes. 3 Nephi 18:18. "Sift You as Wheat". Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Questions. 3 Nephi 18:18-21. What instructions did Jesus give here that would improve your prayers?

3 Nephi 18:18
Behold, verily, verily, I say unto you, ye must watch and pray always lest ye enter into temptation; for Satan desireth to have you, that he may sift you as wheat.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 18:16,24. "I Have Set an Example for You".

3 Nephi 18:16
And as I have prayed among you even so shall ye pray in my church, among my people who do repent and are baptized in my name. Behold I am the light; I have set an example for you.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 18:6-7. The Sacrament and the Administering of Angles.

3 Nephi 18:6
And this shall ye always observe to do, even as I have done, even as I have broken bread and blessed it and given it unto you.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 18:1-14. La permière réunion de Sainte-Cène néphite. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 18:1-14. "This Shall Ye Do in Remembrance".

3 Nephi 18:1
And it came to pass that Jesus commanded his Disciples that they should bring forth some bread and wine unto him.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 19:31-36

3 Nephi 19:31
And it came to pass that he went again a little way off and prayed unto the Father;

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 19:25-30.

3 Nephi 19:25
And it came to pass that Jesus blessed them as they did pray unto him; and his countenance did smile upon them, and the light of his countenance did shine upon them, and behold they were as white as the countenance and also the garments of Jesus; and behold the whiteness thereof did exceed all the whiteness, yea, even there could be nothing upon earth so white as the whiteness thereof.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 19:14-24. Que signifie l'expression "ce qu'ils devaient demander leur était révelé"?

3 Nephi 19:14
And behold, they were encircled about as if it were by fire; and it came down from heaven, and the multitude did witness it, and did bear record; and angels did come down out of heaven and did minister unto them.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 19:10-13. Pourquoi ces gens furent-ils rebaptisés?

3 Nephi 19:10
And when they had thus prayed they went down unto the water's edge, and the multitude followed them.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 19:1-9.

3 Nephi 19:1
And now it came to pass that when Jesus had ascended into heaven, the multitude did disperse, and every man did take his wife and his children and did return to his own home.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 18:35-39.

3 Nephi 18:35
And now I go unto the Father, because it is expedient that I should go unto the Father for your sakes.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 18:22-32. Que signifie prendre indignement la Sainte-Céne?

3 Nephi 18:22
And behold, ye shall meet together oft; and ye shall not forbid any man from coming unto you when ye shall meet together, but suffer them that they may come unto you and forbid them not;

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 18:15-21. La prière c'est le secret pour se souvenir du Sauveur et puiser dans sa force.

3 Nephi 18:15
Verily, verily, I say unto you, ye must watch and pray always, lest ye be tempted by the devil, and ye be led away captive by him.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 18:7,11. Comment pouvons-nous toujours avoir l'Esprit avec nous?

3 Nephi 18:7
And this shall ye do in remembrance of my body, which I have shown unto you. And it shall be a testimony unto the Father that ye do always remember me. And if ye do always remember me ye shall have my Spirit to be with you.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 17:5-10. Jesus Healed and Blessed the People. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 17:5-10.

3 Nephi 17:5
And it came to pass that when Jesus had thus spoken, he cast his eyes round about again on the multitude, and beheld they were in tears, and did look steadfastly upon him as if they would ask him to tarry a little longer with them.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 16:5-15. Les Gentils preuvent-ils aussi recevoir les bénédictions réservées à la maison d'Israël?

3 Nephi 16:5
And then will I gather them in from the four quarters of the earth; and then will I fulfil the covenant which the Father hath made unto all the people of the house of Israel.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 16:1-3. Other Sheep. 3 Néphi 16:1-4. Qui sont les "autres brebis" à part les Néphites de qui Jésus parlait?

3 Nephi 16:1
And verily, verily, I say unto you that I have other sheep, which are not of this land, neither of the land of Jerusalem, neither in any parts of that land round about whither I have been to minister.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 15:22-24. Jésus parlait-il des Gentils quand id dit qu'il avait d'autres brebis?

3 Nephi 15:22
And they understood me not, for they supposed it had been the Gentiles; for they understood not that the Gentiles should be converted through their preaching.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 15:14-21. Que voulait dire Jésus par "d'autres brebis, qui ne sont pas de cette bergerie"?

3 Nephi 15:14
And not at any time hath the Father given me commandment that I should tell it unto your brethren at Jerusalem.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 15:11-13. "This Is the Land of Your Ingeritance".

3 Nephi 15:11
And now it came to pass that when Jesus had spoken these words, he said unto those twelve whom he had chosen:

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 15:1-10. Jesus Christ Gave and Fulfilled the Law of Moses. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 15:1-10. Qu'est-ce qui fut accompli en Christ et qu'est-ce qui ne fut pas accompli?

3 Nephi 15:1
And now it came to pass that when Jesus had ended these sayings he cast his eyes round about on the multitude, and said unto them: Behold, ye have heard the things which I taught before I ascended to my Father; therefore, whoso remembereth these sayings of mine and doeth them, him will I raise up at the last day.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 17:11-24. "Behold Your Little Ones"

3 Nephi 17:11
And it came to pass that he commanded that their little children should be brought.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 17:4. Scattered Israel Is Not Lost unto the Father

3 Nephi 17:4
But now I go unto the Father, and also to show myself unto the lost tribes of Israel, for they are not lost unto the Father, for he knoweth whither he hath taken them.

Note: Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Questions. 3 Nephi 17:2-3. What dis the Savior send the Nephites home to do? What are some of the benefits that come to us as we pray and ponder?

3 Nephi 17:2
I perceive that ye are weak, that ye cannot understand all my words which I am commanded of the Father to speak unto you at this time.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 17:1-3. "Ponder upon the Things Which I Have Said".

3 Nephi 17:1
Behold, now it came to pass that when Jesus had spoken these words he looked round about again on the multitude, and he said unto them: Behold, my time is at hand.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 16:4-7. The Book of Mormon Will Bring Us to a Knowledge of Christ. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 16:4-13. Who Are the Gentiles?

3 Nephi 16:4
And I command you that ye shall write these sayings after I am gone, that if it so be that my people at Jerusalem, they who have seen me and been with me in my ministry, do not ask the Father in my name, that they may receive a knowledge of you by the Holy Ghost, and also of the other tribes whom they know not of, that these sayings which ye shall write shall be kept and shall be manifested unto the Gentiles, that through the fulness of the Gentiles, the remnant of their seed, who shall be scattered forth upon the face of the earth because of their unbelief, may be brought in, or may be brought to a knowledge of me, their Redeemer.

Note: Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Questions. 3 Nephi 15:18 What is the relationship between belief and understanding? How does this apply to your study of the gospel?

3 Nephi 15:18
And now, because of stiffneckedness and unbelief they understood not my word; therefore I was commanded to say no more of the Father concerning this thing unto them.

Note: See note at Hebrews 3:7.

D&C 84:23
Now this Moses plainly taught to the children of Israel in the wilderness, and sought diligently to sanctify his people that they might behold the face of God;

Note: • Paul encouraged the Saints to live righteously so they could enter into God’s rest (Hebrews 3:7–19; 4:1–11). What does it mean to enter into God’s rest? (See D&C 84:23–24; 3 Nephi 27:19.) What did Paul explain about why some of the children of Israel in Moses’ time were unable to enter into God’s rest? (See Hebrews 3:7–11, 16–19; 4:1–2.) How can we help each other become worthy to enter into God’s rest? (See Hebrews 3:13–14; 4:11; Alma 13:12–13, 16.)

Hebrews 3:7
Wherefore (as the Holy Ghost saith, To day if ye will hear his voice,

Note: See note for Hebrews 1:4. Mosiah 13:34. “God Himself Should Come Down” The term God generally refers to our Heavenly Father, and it is Him whom we ultimately worship. It is also true that Jesus Christ is God. Saints of the Old Testament era knew Him as Jehovah, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. Elder James E. Talmage (1862–1933) of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles taught that the scriptures help us understand the divinity of Jesus Christ and His role as a God: “We claim scriptural authority for the assertion that Jesus Christ was and is God the Creator, the God who revealed Himself to Adam, Enoch, and all the antediluvial patriarchs and prophets down to Noah; the God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; the God of Israel as a united people, and the God of Ephraim and Judah after the disruption of the Hebrew nation; the God who made Himself known to the prophets from Moses to Malachi; the God of the Old Testament record; and the God of the Nephites. We affirm that Jesus Christ was and is Jehovah, the Eternal One” (Jesus the Christ, 3rd ed. [1916], 32).

Mosiah 13:34
Have they not said that God himself should come down among the children of men, and take upon him the form of man, and go forth in mighty power upon the face of the earth?

Note: See note for Hebrews 1:4.

Hebrews 2:9
But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels for the suffering of death, crowned with glory and honour; that he by the grace of God should taste death for every man.

Note: • Paul said that the Son of God, who was “made so much better than the angels” (Hebrews 1:4), had also been “made a little lower than the angels” (Hebrews 2:9). In what way was Jesus “made a little lower than the angels”? (See Mosiah 13:34–35. He came to earth as a mortal and was subject to pain and death.) Why was this necessary? (See Hebrews 2:9–10, 16–18; 4:15–16; see also Matthew 23:10–11.)

Hebrews 1:4
Being made so much better than the angels, as he hath by inheritance obtained a more excellent name than they.

Note: • What do we learn about Jesus Christ from Hebrews 1? (List class members’ responses on the chalkboard. Answers may include those listed below.) a. He created the world (verses 2, 10). b. He is in the image of God the Father (verse 3). c. He atoned for our sins (verse 3). d. He is the Firstborn Son of God the Father (verses 5–6). e. His glory and power are eternal and unchanging (verses 8, 12).

Hebrews 1:1
God, who at sundry times and in divers manners spake in time past unto the fathers by the prophets,

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 15:15. "One Sheperd".

3 Nephi 15:15
Neither at any time hath the Father given me commandment that I should tell unto them concerning the other tribes of the house of Israel, whom the Father hath led away out of the land.

Note: Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Questions. 3 Nephi 15:9. What is necessary to receive eternal life?

3 Nephi 15:9
Behold, I am the law, and the light. Look unto me, and endure to the end, and ye shall live; for unto him that endureth to the end will I give eternal life.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 15:5-8. The Covenant Is Not All Fulfilled.

3 Nephi 15:5
Behold, I am he that gave the law, and I am he who covenanted with my people Israel; therefore, the law in me is fulfilled, for I have come to fulfil the law; therefore it hath an end.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 15:2-8. The Law of Moses and the Higher Law.

3 Nephi 15:2
And it came to pass that when Jesus had said these words he perceived that there were some among them who marveled, and wondered what he would concerning the law of Moses; for they understood not the saying that old things had passed away, and that all things had become new.

Note: Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Questions. 3 Nephi 14:15-20. What does the symbolism in these verses teach us about those who claim to be prophets? Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 14:15. "Beware of False Prophets".

3 Nephi 14:15
Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing, but inwardly they are ravening wolves.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 14:22-24. Pourquoi le Seigneur souligne-t-il si fort l´idée d´agir dans les Ecritures?

3 Nephi 14:22
Many will say to me in that day: Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name, and in thy name have cast out devils, and in thy name done many wonderful works?

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12-14. A Blueprint of Our Lives. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:1-2. Give Heed to the Apostles. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Néphi 12-14. Le Livre de Mormon rend le Nouveau Testament plus clair et lui donne plus de sens

3 Nephi 12:1
And it came to pass that when Jesus had spoken these words unto Nephi, and to those who had been called, (now the number of them who had been called, and received power and authority to baptize, was twelve) and behold, he stretched forth his hand unto the multitude, and cried unto them, saying: Blessed are ye if ye shall give heed unto the words of these twelve whom I have chosen from among you to minister unto you, and to be your servants; and unto them I have given power that they may baptize you with water; and after that ye are baptized with water, behold, I will baptize you with fire and with the Holy Ghost; therefore blessed are ye if ye shall believe in me and be baptized, after that ye have seen me and know that I am.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 14:7–8. Asking through Prayer.

3 Nephi 14:7
Ask, and it shall be given unto you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 14:1–2. Judging.

3 Nephi 14:1
And now it came to pass that when Jesus had spoken these words he turned again to the multitude, and did open his mouth unto them again, saying: Verily, verily, I say unto you, Judge not, that ye be not judged.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 13:34. "No thought for the Morrow".

3 Nephi 13:34
Take therefore no thought for the morrow, for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient is the day unto the evil thereof.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 13:19-24. "Lay Not Up for Yourselves Treasures on Earth"

3 Nephi 13:19
Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and thieves break through and steal;

Note: Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Questions. 3 Nephi 13:9-13. What principles for effective prayer does the Savior teach in these verses?

3 Nephi 13:9
After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 13:7 "Use Not Vain Repetitions"

3 Nephi 13:7
But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen, for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.

Note: Evernote: Scriture Study Notes. Acts 19:8-9.

Acts 19:9
But when divers were hardened, and believed not, but spake evil of that way before the multitude, he departed from them, and separated the disciples, disputing daily in the school of one Tyrannus.

Note: Evernote: Scriture Study Notes. Acts 19:1-6.

Acts 19:6
And when Paul had laid his hands upon them, the Holy Ghost came on them; and they spake with tongues, and prophesied.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. Acts 18:24-28

Acts 18:28
For he mightily convinced the Jews, and that publickly, shewing by the scriptures that Jesus was Christ.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. Acts 19:18-19, 23-28.

Acts 19:28
And when they heard these sayings, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. Acts 19:18-19, 23-28.

Acts 19:19
Many of them also which used curious arts brought their books together, and burned them before all men: and they counted the price of them, and found it fifty thousand pieces of silver.

Note: See note on Acts 19:6

1 Kings 19:12
And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.

Note: See note on Acts 19:6

D&C 8:2
Yea, behold, I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost, which shall come upon you and which shall dwell in your heart.

Note: See note on Acts 19:6

D&C 6:23
Did I not speak peace to your mind concerning the matter? What greater witness can you have than from God?

Note: See note on Acts 19:6

D&C 6:15
Behold, thou knowest that thou hast inquired of me and I did enlighten thy mind; and now I tell thee these things that thou mayest know that thou hast been enlightened by the Spirit of truth;

Note: See note on Acts 19:6

Acts 10:46
For they heard them speak with tongues, and magnify God. Then answered Peter,

Note: See note on Acts 19:6

Acts 2:4
And they were all filled with the Holy Ghost, and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:48. "I Would That Ye Should Be Perfect".

3 Nephi 12:48
Therefore I would that ye should be perfect even as I, or your Father who is in heaven is perfect.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:31-32. "Whoso Shall Marry Her Who Is Divorced Committeth Adultery".

3 Nephi 12:31
It hath been written, that whosoever shall put away his wife, let him give her a writing of divorcement.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:30. "Take Up Your Cross".

3 Nephi 12:30
For it is better that ye should deny yourselves of these things, wherein ye will take up your cross, than that ye should be cast into hell.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:27-29. Avoid Lust.

3 Nephi 12:27
Behold, it is written by them of old time, that thou shalt not commit adultery;

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:22. "Whosoever Is Angry with His Brother".

3 Nephi 12:22
But I say unto you, that whosoever is angry with his brother shall be in danger of his judgment. And whosoever shall say to his brother, Raca, shall be in danger of the council; and whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:19. "A Broken Heart and a Contrite Spirit".

3 Nephi 12:19
And behold, I have given you the law and the commandments of my Father, that ye shall believe in me, and that ye shall repent of your sins, and come unto me with a broken heart and a contrite spirit. Behold, ye have the commandments before you, and the law is fulfilled.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:17-20, 46-47. The Law of Moses Was Fulfilled by Jesus Christ.

3 Nephi 12:17
Think not that I am come to destroy the law or the prophets. I am not come to destroy but to fulfil;

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:14-16."Let Your Light So Shine".

3 Nephi 12:16
Therefore let your light so shine before this people, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father who is in heaven.

Note: • What was John’s reason for writing down some of the things that the resurrected Jesus said and did? (See John 20:30–31.) How have you benefited from studying the scriptural accounts of Jesus’ Resurrection?

John 20:31
But these are written, that ye might believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God; and that believing ye might have life through his name.

Note: • The resurrected Lord showed himself again to seven of his Apostles as they were fishing. How did they come to realize it was Jesus on the shore? (See John 21:4–7.) After they had eaten, what did Jesus ask Peter and the other Apostles to do? (See John 21:15–17.) How can we feed the Lord’s sheep?

John 21:17
He saith unto him the third time, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou me? Peter was grieved because he said unto him the third time, Lovest thou me? And he said unto him, Lord, thou knowest all things; thou knowest that I love thee. Jesus saith unto him, Feed my sheep.

Note: • How did Thomas respond to the other Apostles’ testimonies that the Lord had been resurrected? (See John 20:24–25.) How did he come to believe that the Lord had been resurrected? (See John 20:26–29.) How do we sometimes show the same weakness as Thomas? Elder Gordon B. Hinckley said: “Have you not heard others speak as Thomas spoke? ‘Give us,’ they say, ‘the empirical evidence. Prove before our very eyes, and our ears, and our hands, else we will not believe.’ This is the language of the time in which we live. Thomas the Doubter has become the example of men in all ages who refuse to accept other than that which they can physically prove and explain—as if they could prove love, or faith, or even such physical phenomena as electricity. … “To all within the sound of my voice who may have doubts, I repeat the words given Thomas as he felt the wounded hands of the Lord: ‘Be not faithless, but believing’” (in Conference Report, Apr. 1978, 90; or Ensign, May 1978, 59). • How can we more fully follow the Lord’s admonition to “be not faithless, but believing”? (John 20:27).

John 20:29
Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed are they that have not seen, and yet have believed.

Note: • What did the Apostles think they were seeing when the Savior appeared to them on the evening of the day he was resurrected? (See Luke 24:36–37.) How did Jesus reassure them that he was a resurrected being, not a spirit? (See Luke 24:38–43.)

Luke 24:43
And he took it, and did eat before them.

Note: • How did the two disciples feel as Jesus taught them? (See Luke 24:32.) What gave them this feeling? (The influence of the Holy Ghost.) Invite class members to tell of experiences when they have received a witness from the Spirit while studying the gospel or hearing someone teach it.

Luke 24:32
And they said one to another, Did not our heart burn within us, while he talked with us by the way, and while he opened to us the scriptures?

Note: • Why were Cleopas and his companion sad as they walked along the road to Emmaus? (See Luke 24:13–24.) What did the resurrected Lord teach them as they walked? (See Luke 24:25–27.)

Luke 24:27
And beginning at Moses and all the prophets, he expounded unto them in all the scriptures the things concerning himself.

Note: • What did the women do after the angels finished speaking? (See Matthew 28:8; Luke 24:8–9.) What can we learn from their example? • Mary and the other women were the first of many people who saw Jesus Christ after he was resurrected (see also the second and third additional teaching ideas). Why do you think it was important that the resurrected Lord appear to earthly witnesses? (See 2 Corinthians 13:1.)

Matthew 28:8
And they departed quickly from the sepulchre with fear and great joy; and did run to bring his disciples word.

Note: • What did Mary Magdalene and the other women find when they came to Jesus’ tomb? (See Matthew 28:1–4; Luke 24:1–4. Note that the Joseph Smith Translation of Matthew 28 states, as Luke does, that there were two angels. See Matthew 28:2, footnote 2a.) What did the angels tell the women? (See Matthew 28:5–7; Luke 24:5–8.) • What did the angels mean when they said, “He is risen”? (Jesus had been resurrected.) What does it mean to be resurrected? (See Alma 11:42–45; see also Bible Dictionary, “Resurrection,” 761.) What blessings will we receive because of Jesus’ Resurrection? (See 1 Corinthians 15:22, 50–58; Alma 11:42–45. We will all be resurrected and be given immortal bodies.) • President Howard W. Hunter said that the words “He is not here, but is risen” (Luke 24:6) “contain all the hope, assurance, and belief necessary to sustain us in our challenging and sometimes grief-filled lives” (in Conference Report, Apr. 1986, 18; or Ensign, May 1986, 15–16). How has your testimony of the Atonement and the Resurrection helped you through difficult times?

Matthew 28:4
And for fear of him the keepers did shake, and became as dead men.

Note: Now, in all Jewish literature there is no such thing as addressing a Rabbi as good. It is said that the whole Talmud contains no single instance of such an accolade. It simply was not done in that day. He might be called Rab, Rabbi, or Rabboni, as when Mary Magdalene knelt before the Risen Lord in the garden, but not Good Rabbi, or Good Master. We have seen his disciples and those made whole by his healing power kneel before him, worship his person, and call him the Messiah, the God of Israel, and the Son of God. This our rich young ruler does not do—he has some reservations about the claims of this Rabbi; and yet it is clear to him that here is one who is more than other Rabbis; and so he seeks a middle ground, one that will honor Jesus more than the mere title Rabbi, and yet one that will avoid ascribing to him divine Messianic status. He says, "Good Master." It is as though he said, 'I salute you as a great Rabbi, one whose wisdom is greater than these others, but I refrain from calling you the Messiah, as do your disciples.' In reply, Jesus said: "Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God." 'Do not address me by the title good unless you acknowledge me as God, for none but God is good, none but he is sinless, none but he is perfect. I am indeed the Sinless One, and therefore I am good. As I have heretofore taught, no one convicts me of sin; and so unless you are ready to accede this, do not call me good.' By this answer, which carries a touch of irony, Jesus affirms by inference his divinity and makes it plain to the young ruler that his halfhearted attempt to laud the one who needs no honor from men does not suffice. "He would as little accept the title 'Good,' as He would accept the title, 'Messiah,' when given in a false sense. He would not be regarded as that mere 'good Rabbi,' to which, in these days, more than ever, men would reduce Him. So far, Jesus would show the youth that when he came to Him as to one who was more than man, his address, as well as his question, was a mistake. No mere man can lay any other foundation than that which is laid, and if the ruler committed the error of simply admiring Jesus as a Rabbi of preeminent sanctity, yet no Rabbi, however saintly, was accustomed to receive the title of 'good,' or prescribe any amulet for the preservation of a virtuous life." (Farrar, p. 502.)

Mark 10:18
And Jesus said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God.

Note: See comment Luke 23:35

3 Nephi 27:15
And for this cause have I been lifted up; therefore, according to the power of the Father I will draw all men unto me, that they may be judged according to their works.

Note: See comment Luke 23:35

2 Nephi 9:5
Yea, I know that ye know that in the body he shall show himself unto those at Jerusalem, from whence we came; for it is expedient that it should be among them; for it behooveth the great Creator that he suffereth himself to become subject unto man in the flesh, and die for all men, that all men might become subject unto him.

Note: See comment Luke 23:35

John 19:30
When Jesus therefore had received the vinegar, he said, It is finished: and he bowed his head, and gave up the ghost.

Note: See comment Luke 23:35

John 19:28
¶ After this, Jesus knowing that all things were now accomplished, that the scripture might be fulfilled, saith, I thirst.

Note: See comment Luke 23:35

Mark 15:34
And at the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eloi, Eloi, lama sabachthani? which is, being interpreted, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

Note: See comment Luke 23:35

Matthew 27:46
And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?

Note: See comment Luke 23:35

John 19:27
Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother! And from that hour that disciple took her unto his own home.

Note: See comment Luke 23:35

Luke 23:43
And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, To day shalt thou be with me in paradise.

Note: See comment at Luke 23:39

1 Nephi 19:9
And the world, because of their iniquity, shall judge him to be a thing of naught; wherefore they scourge him, and he suffereth it; and they smite him, and he suffereth it. Yea, they spit upon him, and he suffereth it, because of his loving kindness and his long-suffering towards the children of men.

Note: - What did the people do to Jesus after he was sentenced to be crucified? (See Matthew 27:27-44; Luke 23:34-39.) Why did Jesus allow the people to persecute him? (See 1 Nephi 19:9.)

Luke 23:39
¶ And one of the malefactors which were hanged railed on him, saying, If thou be Christ, save thyself and us.

Note: See comment for Luke 23:9

Isaiah 53:7
He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth: he is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so he openeth not his mouth.

Note: - When Pilate learned that Jesus was from Galilee, he sent him to Herod, who was a governor over Galilee (Luke 23:6-7). Why was Herod "exceeding glad" to see Jesus? (See Luke 23:8.) How did the Savior respond to Herod's questions? (See Luke 23:9; compare this verse with the prophecy in Isaiah 53:7.)

Luke 23:9
Then he questioned with him in many words; but he answered him nothing.

Note: • As Jesus was led from the garden, most of his disciples “forsook him, and fled” (Matthew 26:56). However, Peter and John continued to follow him (Matthew 26:58; John 18:15; it is assumed that the unnamed disciple in John 18:15 is John). What did Peter do when people outside Caiaphas’s palace said that he knew Jesus? (See Matthew 26:69–74.) What did Peter do when he recognized that he had denied Jesus three times? (See Matthew 26:75; see also verses Matthew 26:33–35.) Display the picture of Peter denying Jesus. - How do some of us, like Peter, sometimes deny our faith? What can we learn from Peter's life after he denied the Lord? President Gordon B. Hinckley said: "My heart goes out to Peter. So many of us are so much like him. We pledge our loyalty; we affirm our determination to be of good courage; we declare, sometimes even publicly, that come what may we will do the right thing, that we will stand for the right cause, that we will be true to ourselves and to others. "Then the pressures begin to build. Sometimes these are social pressures. Sometimes they are personal appetites. Sometimes they are false ambitions. There is a weakening of the will. There is a softening of discipline. There is capitulation. And then there is remorse, followed by self-accusation and bitter tears of regret. ... "... If there be those throughout the Church who by word or act have denied the faith, I pray that you may draw comfort and resolution from the example of Peter, who, though he had walked daily with Jesus, in an hour of extremity momentarily denied the Lord and also the testimony which he carried in his own heart. But he rose above this and became a mighty defender and a powerful advocate. So, too, there is a way for any person to turn about and add his or her strength and faith to the strength and faith of others in building the kingdom of God" ("And Peter Went Out and Wept Bitterly," Ensign, Mar. 1995, 2-4, 6). NT GD Teacher's Manual, Lesson 26

Matthew 26:75
And Peter remembered the word of Jesus, which said unto him, Before the cock crow, thou shalt deny me thrice. And he went out, and wept bitterly.

Note: • The chief priests and elders of the Jews accused Jesus of blasphemy, a crime punishable by death (Mark 14:64). What is blasphemy? (Being irreverent toward God or claiming to be equal to God.) What did Jesus say that the chief priests and elders thought was blasphemous? (See Mark 14:60–63.)

Mark 14:64
Ye have heard the blasphemy: what think ye? And they all condemned him to be guilty of death.

Note: • How did Peter respond to the men who came to the Garden of Gethsemane to take Jesus away? (See John 18:10.) How did Jesus respond to these men? (See Luke 22:51–53; John 18:11–12.) Why did Jesus allow himself to be taken? (See Matthew 26:53–54; John 10:17–18. Explain that it was Heavenly Father’s will that Jesus lay down his life for us.)

John 18:12
Then the band and the captain and officers of the Jews took Jesus, and bound him,

Note: See comment for Matthew 26:36

Luke 22:39
¶ And he came out, and went, as he was wont, to the mount of Olives; and his disciples also followed him.

Note: Several years before Elder Orson F. Whitney was ordained an Apostle, he received a vision of the Savior in the Garden of Gethsemane. Read the following quotation, which is Elder Whitney’s description of his vision: “I seemed to be in the Garden of Gethsemane, a witness of the Savior’s agony. I saw Him as plainly as ever I have seen anyone. Standing behind a tree in the foreground, I beheld Jesus, with Peter, James and John, as they came through a little … gate at my right. Leaving the three Apostles there, after telling them to kneel and pray, the Son of God passed over to the other side, where He also knelt and prayed. It was the same prayer with which all Bible readers are familiar: ‘Oh my Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.’ “As He prayed the tears streamed down his face, which was toward me. I was so moved at the sight that I also wept, out of pure sympathy. My whole heart went out to him; I loved him with all my soul, and longed to be with him as I longed for nothing else. “Presently He arose and walked to where those Apostles were kneeling—fast asleep! He shook them gently, awoke them, and in a tone of tender reproach, untinctured by the least show of anger or impatience, asked them plaintively if they could not watch with him one hour. There He was, with the awful weight of the world’s sin upon his shoulders, with the pangs of every man, woman and child shooting through his sensitive soul—and they could not watch with him one poor hour! “Returning to his place, He offered up the same prayer as before; then went back and again found them sleeping. Again he awoke them, readmonished them, and once more returned and prayed. Three times this occurred” (Through Memory’s Halls [1930], 82).

Matthew 26:36
¶ Then cometh Jesus with them unto a place called Gethsemane, and saith unto the disciples, Sit ye here, while I go and pray yonder.

Note: • Why was it important for the Apostles to be one? (See John 17:22–23.) Why do we need unity with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ? with other Church members? within our families? How can we help increase unity in these relationships? (See John 17:26; Mosiah 18:21; D&C 35:2.)

John 17:23
I in them, and thou in me, that they may be made perfect in one; and that the world may know that thou hast sent me, and hast loved them, as thou hast loved me.

Note:

John 17:26
And I have declared unto them thy name, and will declare it: that the love wherewith thou hast loved me may be in them, and I in them.

Note: • How are Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ “one,” as stated in John 17:21–22? Speaking of Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost, President Gordon B. Hinckley said: “They are distinct beings, but they are one in purpose and effort. They are united as one in bringing to pass the grand, divine plan for the salvation and exaltation of the children of God. … It is that perfect unity between the Father, the Son, and the Holy Ghost that binds these three into the oneness of the divine Godhead” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1986, 69; or Ensign, Nov. 1986, 51).

John 17:22
And the glory which thou gavest me I have given them; that they may be one, even as we are one:

Note: • How can we, like Jesus and his Apostles, live in the world and be “not of the world”? (John 17:14; see also verses John 17:15–16). Elder M. Russell Ballard said: “In the Church, we often state the couplet, ‘Be in the world but not of the world.’ As we observe television shows that make profanity, violence, and infidelity commonplace and even glamorous, we often wish we could lock out the world in some way and isolate our families from it all. … “Perhaps we should state the couplet previously mentioned as two separate admonitions. First, ‘Be in the world.’ Be involved; be informed. Try to be understanding and tolerant and to appreciate diversity. Make meaningful contributions to society through service and involvement. Second, ‘Be not of the world.’ Do not follow wrong paths or bend to accommodate or accept what is not right. “We should strive to change the corrupt and immoral tendencies in television and in society by keeping things that offend and debase out of our homes. In spite of all of the wickedness in the world, and in spite of all the opposition to good that we find on every hand, we should not try to take ourselves or our children out of the world. Jesus said, ‘The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven,’ or yeast (Matthew 13:33). We are to lift the world and help all to rise above the wickedness that surrounds us. The Savior prayed to the Father: “‘I pray not that thou shouldest take them out of the world, but that thou shouldest keep them from the evil’ (John 17:15)” (in Conference Report, Apr. 1989, 101; or Ensign, May 1989, 80).

John 17:14
I have given them thy word; and the world hath hated them, because they are not of the world, even as I am not of the world.

Note: See comment at John 17:10

John 17:20
Neither pray I for these alone, but for them also which shall believe on me through their word;

Note: • Even though Jesus knew that he was about to suffer intensely, for whom did he pray? (See John 17:6–9, 20.) What can we learn from this?

John 17:10
And all mine are thine, and thine are mine; and I am glorified in them.

Note: • In the first part of his prayer, Jesus described the things he had done toward fulfilling his mission (John 17:4–8). How do we report our efforts to Heavenly Father? How might it affect our actions if each night we included in our prayers a report of our efforts to serve him during that day?

John 17:8
For I have given unto them the words which thou gavest me; and they have received them, and have known surely that I came out from thee, and they have believed that thou didst send me.

Note: • In his prayer, the Savior said, “This is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent” (John 17:3). How is knowing Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ different from merely knowing about them? How can we come to know them? (See 1 John 4:7–8; Mosiah 5:10–13; Alma 22:18; D&C 18:33–36; 132:21–24.)

John 17:3
And this is life eternal, that they might know thee the only true God, and Jesus Christ, whom thou hast sent.

Note: • As Jesus began his prayer, how did he describe his mission on earth? (See John 17:1–2; see also Moses 1:39.) How did he accomplish this mission?

John 17:2
As thou hast given him power over all flesh, that he should give eternal life to as many as thou hast given him.

Note: • After Jesus taught the Apostles about the Holy Ghost, he told them that he would soon die and be resurrected (John 16:16–20). Then he said, “These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace” (John 16:33). What do you think it means to have peace in him? What can we learn from Jesus’ teachings in John 16 that can help us have peace in him? (See also Philippians 4:7–9; D&C 59:23.) • Jesus said to his Apostles, “In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33). How can the knowledge that Jesus has overcome the world help us be of good cheer when we are faced with tribulation? Why is it important to be of good cheer?

John 16:33
These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Note: See comment on Juan 16:7

John 20:22
And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and saith unto them, Receive ye the Holy Ghost:

Note: • The Savior told the Apostles that he would send the Comforter (the Holy Ghost) to them (John 16:7). What is the mission of the Holy Ghost? (See John 14:26; 15:26; 16:7–14. List answers on the chalkboard as shown below.) The Holy Ghost: a. Comforts (John 14:26). b. Teaches (John 14:26). c. Brings truths to our remembrance (John 14:26). d. Testifies of the Savior (John 15:26). e. Guides us into all truth (John 16:13). f. Shows us things to come (John 16:13). g. Glorifies the Savior (John 16:14). • The Twelve Apostles experienced manifestations of the Holy Ghost during Jesus’ mortal ministry, but they did not receive the gift of the Holy Ghost until after his death and resurrection (John 20:22). What is the difference between a manifestation of the Holy Ghost and the gift of the Holy Ghost? (See the quotation below.) How has receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost helped you? Elder Dallin H. Oaks taught: “Manifestations of the Holy Ghost are given to lead sincere seekers to gospel truths that will persuade them to repentance and baptism. The gift of the Holy Ghost is more comprehensive. … [It] includes the right to constant companionship, that we may ‘always have his Spirit to be with [us]’ (D&C 20:77). “A newly baptized member told me what she felt when she received that gift. This was a faithful Christian woman who had spent her life in service to others. She knew and loved the Lord, and she had felt the manifestations of His Spirit. When she received the added light of the restored gospel, she was baptized and the elders placed their hands upon her head and gave her the gift of the Holy Ghost. She recalled, ‘I felt the influence of the Holy Ghost settle upon me with greater intensity than I had ever felt before. He was like an old friend who had guided me in the past but now had come to stay’” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1996, 80; or Ensign, Nov. 1996, 60). If you used the attention activity, place on one of the gift boxes the wordstrip that says Gift of the Holy Ghost. • After we have received the gift of the Holy Ghost, how can we be worthy of the Holy Ghost’s constant companionship? (See Acts 5:32; D&C 6:14; 20:77, 79; 76:116; 121:45–46.) How can we recognize the influence of the Holy Ghost? (See Galatians 5:22–23; D&C 6:15, 23; 11:13.) President Boyd K. Packer taught: “The Holy Ghost speaks with a voice that you feel more than you hear. It is described as a ‘still small voice.’ And while we speak of ‘listening’ to the whisperings of the Spirit, most often one describes a spiritual prompting by saying, ‘I had a feeling …’ … Revelation comes as words we feel more than hear” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1994, 77; or Ensign, Nov. 1994, 60). In a dream given to President Brigham Young, the Prophet Joseph Smith instructed him to teach the Saints that “the Spirit of the Lord … will whisper peace and joy to their souls; it will take malice, hatred, strife and all evil from their hearts; and their whole desire will be to do good, bring forth righteousness and build up the kingdom of God” (Manuscript History of Brigham Young, 1846–1847, comp. Elden J. Watson [1971], 529).

John 16:7
Nevertheless I tell you the truth; It is expedient for you that I go away: for if I go not away, the Comforter will not come unto you; but if I depart, I will send him unto you.

Note: • In the final hours of his mortal ministry, Jesus taught and strengthened his Apostles. Why did the Apostles need to be strengthened at this time? (See John 16:1–6; see also John 15:18–20.)

John 16:6
But because I have said these things unto you, sorrow hath filled your heart.

Note: • According to John 15:13, what is one of the greatest demonstrations of love? What does this tell us about the Savior’s love for us?

John 15:13
Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.

Note: • As he taught his Apostles, Jesus used the symbol of a vine (John 15:1–8). Who is symbolized by the vine? by the husbandman (gardener)? by the branches? (See John 15:1, 5.) If you brought a plant to class, display it now. • What happens to a leaf or branch that is cut off from the rest of the plant? How is your relationship to the Savior like the relationship of a leaf or branch to the main body of the plant? • In the Savior’s comparison, what does the gardener do to the branches of the vine that do not bear fruit? (See John 15:2.) What does he do to the branches that do bear fruit? (Note that purgeth means purifies; see John 15:2, footnote 2c.) What application might this have for us? • Jesus taught, “He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). How have you found this to be true?

John 15:4
Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me.

Note: • Jesus taught his disciples to show their love for others through service. What did he tell them to do to show their love for him? (See John 14:15.) How does our obedience demonstrate our love for the Lord?

John 14:15
¶ If ye love me, keep my commandments.

Note: • Why was Thomas concerned when Jesus told the Apostles, “Whither I go ye know, and the way ye know”? (See John 14:4–5.) What did Jesus tell Thomas? (See John 14:6.) Why is Jesus the only way by which we can come unto Heavenly Father?

John 14:7
If ye had known me, ye should have known my Father also: and from henceforth ye know him, and have seen him.

Note: • During the Last Supper, Jesus repeatedly told his disciples to love one another (John 13:34–35; 15:12, 17). What are some specific things we can do to follow Christ’s example of love?

John 13:35
By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.

Note: • What did Jesus tell the Apostles about why he had washed their feet? (See John 13:12–17. He told them that they should follow his example of service.) How has service to others brought you happiness? • What can we learn from Jesus’ words and actions about the qualities of good leaders? How can we follow his example when we are in positions of leadership?

John 13:17
If ye know these things, happy are ye if ye do them.

Note: • Why do you think Simon Peter objected when Jesus began to wash his feet? (See John 13:6, 8. He felt it was not right for the Lord to act as a servant.) How did Jesus respond? (See John 13:8.)

John 13:10
Jesus saith to him, He that is washed needeth not save to wash his feet, but is clean every whit: and ye are clean, but not all.

Note: Explain that when Jesus and his Apostles had eaten the Last Supper, Jesus washed each of the Apostles’ feet (John 13:4–5). This task was usually performed by a servant when a guest arrived. One reason Jesus did this was to teach his Apostles about humility and service.

John 13:4
He riseth from supper, and laid aside his garments; and took a towel, and girded himself.

Note: • When Jesus and his Apostles met to eat the Passover meal, Jesus introduced the ordinance of the sacrament. What did he tell the Apostles about the purpose of the sacrament? (See Luke 22:19–20. It was to help them remember him and his atoning sacrifice.) How does partaking of the sacrament help you remember the Savior? Elder Jeffrey R. Holland said: “Since that upper room experience on the eve of Gethsemane and Golgotha, children of the promise have been under covenant to remember Christ’s sacrifice in this newer, higher, more holy and personal way. … If remembering is the principal task before us, what might come to our memory when those plain and precious emblems are offered to us?” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1995, 88, 90; or Ensign, Nov. 1995, 67, 68). Discuss answers to Elder Holland’s question, including some of the following things that Elder Holland suggested we should remember about the Savior (in Conference Report, Oct. 1995, 90–91; or Ensign, Nov. 1995, 68–69): a. His love and strength in the Grand Council of Heaven. b. That he is the Creator of heaven and earth. c. All that he did in his premortal life as Jehovah. d. The simple grandeur of his birth. e. His teachings. f. His miracles and healings. g. That “all things which are good cometh of Christ” (Moroni 7:24). h. The unkind treatment, rejection, and injustice he endured. i. That he descended below all things in order to rise above them. j. That he made his sacrifices and endured his sorrows for each of us. • Why is it important that we take the sacrament each week? How can we prepare ourselves spiritually before partaking of the sacrament?

Luke 22:19
¶ And he took bread, and gave thanks, and brake it, and gave unto them, saying, This is my body which is given for you: this do in remembrance of me.

Note: • At the Last Supper the Apostles again contended about “which of them should be accounted the greatest” (Luke 22:24; see also Matthew 18:1; Luke 9:46). In what ways do we sometimes wish to be considered greater than someone else? How can we overcome these feelings? • What did the Lord teach about true greatness? (See Luke 22:25–27; see also Matthew 20:25–28.) How does he himself exemplify this teaching? How can we follow his example?

Luke 22:27
For whether is greater, he that sitteth at meat, or he that serveth? is not he that sitteth at meat? but I am among you as he that serveth.

Note: Explain that in New Testament times, a talent was a sum of money (Bible Dictionary, “Money,” 733–34). • In the parable of the talents, whom does the man traveling to a far country represent? (The Lord.) Whom do the servants represent? (Each of us.) What do the talents represent? (Gifts from God.) • What did the servants who were given five talents and two talents do with the money? (See Matthew 25:16–17.) What reward did they both receive? (See Matthew 25:21, 23.) What does this parable teach about the eternal reward our Heavenly Father will bless us with? (Answers may include that people who seem to have fewer gifts from God will receive every blessing if they use their gifts to the fullest.) Elder James E. Faust said of those who seem to have received fewer talents: “If their talents are used to build the kingdom of God and serve others, they will fully enjoy the promises of the Savior. The great promise of the Savior is that they ‘shall receive [their] reward, even peace in this world, and eternal life in the world to come’ (D&C 59:23)” (in Conference Report, Apr. 1994, 5; or Ensign, May 1994, 6). • What did the servant who was given one talent do with the money? (See Matthew 25:24–25.) What did the master say to him? (See Matthew 25:26–30.) Why do we sometimes fail to develop the talents and gifts God has given us? How can we overcome obstacles to developing these gifts? • Elder Marvin J. Ashton taught that “it is our right and responsibility to accept our gifts and to share them” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1987, 23; or Ensign, Nov. 1987, 20). How can we recognize and accept the talents or gifts the Lord has entrusted to us? Why do you think it is important to share our talents or gifts? What blessings have come into your life because you have developed and shared your talents or gifts? How have you been blessed because others have shared their talents or gifts? • Every person has been given at least one gift from God (D&C 46:11–12), but some gifts are easier to recognize than others. What are some gifts that might be difficult to recognize but that can be used to serve others and glorify God? Elder Marvin J. Ashton said: “Let me mention a few gifts that are not always evident or noteworthy but that are very important. Among these may be your gifts—gifts not so evident but nevertheless real and valuable. “Let us review some of these less-conspicuous gifts: the gift of asking; the gift of listening; the gift of hearing and using a still, small voice; the gift of being able to weep; the gift of avoiding contention; the gift of being agreeable; the gift of avoiding vain repetition; the gift of seeking that which is righteous; the gift of not passing judgment; the gift of looking to God for guidance; the gift of being a disciple; the gift of caring for others; the gift of being able to ponder; the gift of offering prayer; the gift of bearing a mighty testimony; and the gift of receiving the Holy Ghost” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1987, 23; or Ensign, Nov. 1987, 20). Give each class member a pen or pencil and a piece of paper. Ask them to write down one or two of their talents or gifts along with at least one specific thing they will do in the next few weeks to use them in the service of others. If you are using the jar and the oil or colored water, add a few more drops to the jar. Explain that as we develop the talents or gifts God has given us, we add oil to our lamps.

Matthew 25:30
And cast ye the unprofitable servant into outer darkness: there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.

Note: • In the parable of the ten virgins, whom does the bridegroom represent? (The Savior.) Whom do the virgins represent? (Members of the Church.) What does the wedding represent? (The Savior’s Second Coming.) What does the oil in the lamps represent? (Preparation for the Second Coming.) • What did five of the virgins do that was foolish? (See Matthew 25:3.) What were the consequences of their lack of preparation? (See Matthew 25:8–12.) How do we sometimes make the same error as the foolish virgins? • What did five of the virgins do that was wise? (Matthew 25:4.) What were the consequences of their preparation? (See Matthew 25:10.) What can we learn from the actions of the five wise virgins? (See D&C 45:56–57. We must prepare ourselves for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.) • Keeping in mind that the oil in the parable represents preparation for the Second Coming, what are some ways we can add “oil” to our “lamps”? (Answers may include specific elements of righteous living, such as exercising faith, receiving ordinances, keeping covenants, or giving service.) If you are using the jar and the oil or colored water (see the attention activity), explain that the jar represents the lamps in the parable. Put a drop of oil or water into the jar each time a class member suggests what we can do to prepare. You may want to share the following insights from President Spencer W. Kimball: “In the parable, oil can be purchased at the market. In our lives the oil of preparedness is accumulated drop by drop in righteous living. Attendance at sacrament meetings adds oil to our lamps, drop by drop over the years. Fasting, family prayer, home teaching, control of bodily appetites, preaching the gospel, studying the scriptures—each act of dedication and obedience is a drop added to our store. Deeds of kindness, payment of offerings and tithes, chaste thoughts and actions, marriage in the covenant for eternity—these, too, contribute importantly to the oil with which we can at midnight refuel our exhausted lamps” (Faith Precedes the Miracle [1972], 256). Ask class members to silently consider the following questions: • What did you do this past week to add oil to your lamp? What are some things you will do this coming week to add oil to your lamp?

Matthew 25:13
Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the Son of man cometh.

Note: • What did Jesus teach in the following passages to help us prepare for his Second Coming?

1. The parable of the fig tree (Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:38–40).
2. The comparison of the Second Coming to the days of Noah (verses Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:41–43).
3. The prophecy of two people working in the field and two people grinding at the mill (verses Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:44–46).
4. The parable of the good man and the thief (verses Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:47–48).
5. The parable of the lord and his servants (verses Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:49–54).

• Why is it important that we continuously watch and prepare for the Lord’s coming? How can we watch and prepare to meet the Lord?

JS-Matthew 1:54
And shall cut him asunder, and shall appoint him his portion with the hypocrites; there shall be weeping and gnashing of teeth.

Note: • What will happen to the righteous when the Savior comes again? (See Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:37, 44–45, 50; 1 Thessalonians 4:16–18; D&C 88:96–98.)

JS-Matthew 1:50
Blessed is that servant whom his lord, when he cometh, shall find so doing; and verily I say unto you, he shall make him ruler over all his goods.

Note: • What guidance did Jesus give to help us not be deceived in the last days before his Second Coming? (See Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:37.) How can we treasure up the Lord’s word? How has treasuring up the Lord’s word helped you avoid being deceived?

JS-Matthew 1:37
And whoso treasureth up my word, shall not be deceived, for the Son of Man shall come, and he shall send his angels before him with the great sound of a trumpet, and they shall gather together the remainder of his elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other.

Note: • The Lord told his followers in Jerusalem to “stand in the holy place” (Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:12), and he has given similar counsel in our day (D&C 87:8; 101:22). What are some holy places in which we should stand? How will these places help protect us during the difficulties of the last days? President Ezra Taft Benson said, “Holy men and holy women stand in holy places, and these holy places include our temples, our chapels, our homes, and the stakes of Zion, which are, as the Lord declares, ‘for a defense, and for a refuge from the storm, and from wrath when it shall be poured out without mixture upon the whole earth’ (D&C 115:6)” (“Prepare Yourselves for the Great Day of the Lord,” Brigham Young University 1981 Fireside and Devotional Speeches [1981], 68).

JS-Matthew 1:12
When you, therefore, shall see the abomination of desolation, spoken of by Daniel the prophet, concerning the destruction of Jerusalem, then you shall stand in the holy place; whoso readeth let him understand.

Note: • What signs of the Second Coming are mentioned in Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:32–33?

JS-Matthew 1:33
And immediately after the tribulation of those days, the sun shall be darkened, and the moon shall not give her light, and the stars shall fall from heaven, and the powers of heaven shall be shaken.

Note: • What signs of the Second Coming are described in Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:29–30? What evidence do you see that these prophecies are being fulfilled? What have latter-day prophets counseled us to do to prepare for the natural disasters that will precede the Second Coming?

JS-Matthew 1:29
Behold I speak for mine elect's sake; for nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places.

Note: • What signs of the Second Coming are described in Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:27 and 31? How are these prophecies being fulfilled today? (Missionary work is increasing, and the gospel is being taught and accepted in more and more places around the world.) What can each of us do to help fulfill these prophecies?

JS-Matthew 1:27
And now I show unto you a parable. Behold, wheresoever the carcass is, there will the eagles be gathered together; so likewise shall mine elect be gathered from the four quarters of the earth.

Note: • What sign of the Second Coming is mentioned in Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:23 and 28? What evidence do you see that this prophecy is being fulfilled? The Lord taught that we should “be not troubled” by wars and rumors of war. How can we find peace during such troubled times? (See 1 John 4:16–18; D&C 6:34–36; 45:34–35; 59:23.) Elder M. Russell Ballard gave the following counsel of hope and encouragement: “Although the prophecies tell us that these things are to take place, more and more people are expressing great alarm at what appears to be an acceleration of worldwide calamity. … Admittedly we have ample reason to be deeply concerned because we see no immediate answers to the seemingly unsolvable problems confronting the human family. But regardless of this dark picture, which will ultimately get worse, we must never allow ourselves to give up hope! … “… The Lord is in control. He knows the end from the beginning. He has given us adequate instruction that, if followed, will see us safely through any crisis. His purposes will be fulfilled, and someday we will understand the eternal reasons for all of these events. Therefore, today we must be careful not to overreact, nor should we be caught up in extreme preparations; but what we must do is keep the commandments of God and never lose hope! “But where do we find hope in the midst of such turmoil and catastrophe? Quite simply, our one hope for spiritual safety during these turbulent times is to turn our minds and our hearts to Jesus Christ. … Armed with the shield of faith, we can overcome many of our daily challenges and overpower our greatest weaknesses and fears, knowing that if we do our best to keep the commandments of God, come what may, we will be all right” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1992, 41–43; or Ensign, Nov. 1992, 31–32).

JS-Matthew 1:23
Behold, I speak these things unto you for the elect's sake; and you also shall hear of wars, and rumors of wars; see that ye be not troubled, for all I have told you must come to pass; but the end is not yet.

Note: • What sign of the Savior’s Second Coming is described in Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:22? What evidence do you see that this prophecy is being fulfilled? How can we avoid being deceived by false prophets? (See Matthew 7:15–20; D&C 45:57; 46:7–8.)

JS-Matthew 1:22
For in those days there shall also arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall show great signs and wonders, insomuch, that, if possible, they shall deceive the very elect, who are the elect according to the covenant.

Note: Remind class members that the secondquestion asked by the disciples concerned the Savior’s Second Coming and the accompanying destruction of the wicked (which is sometimes called “the end of the world”). As you discuss the signs and tribulations that will precede the Second Coming, list them on the chalkboard.

JS-Matthew 1:21
Behold, these things I have spoken unto you concerning the Jews; and again, after the tribulation of those days which shall come upon Jerusalem, if any man shall say unto you, Lo, here is Christ, or there, believe him not;

Note: • What did Jesus tell his followers to do to avoid destruction? (See Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:11–15.) Why was it important that they not return to their homes once they had fled? (See Luke 9:62; D&C 133:14–15.) Explain that although many Jews did not believe their great city and temple could be destroyed, the Lord’s prophecies were fulfilled in A.D. 70. Believing that the Messiah would come and help them in battle, the Jews revolted against the Romans in A.D. 66. Four years later the Romans had destroyed the entire city. Those who listened to the Savior and fled into the mountains were spared. Those who did not heed this counsel were scattered and destroyed.

JS-Matthew 1:15
Neither let him who is in the field return back to take his clothes;

Note: • What did Jesus prophesy about the temple in Jerusalem and the city itself? (See Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:2–3, 12.) What signs did the Savior prophesy would precede the destruction of Jerusalem? (See Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:5–10.)

JS-Matthew 1:10
And because iniquity shall abound, the love of many shall wax cold;

Note: • A few days before Jesus was crucified, some of his disciples accompanied him to the Mount of Olives. What two questions did the disciples ask Jesus? (See Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:4. Explain that Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:5–20 is the Savior’s answer to their first question, which was about the destruction of Jerusalem. Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:21–55 is the Savior’s answer to their second question, which was about his Second Coming.)

JS-Matthew 1:4
And Jesus left them, and went upon the Mount of Olives. And as he sat upon the Mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying: Tell us when shall these things be which thou hast said concerning the destruction of the temple, and the Jews; and what is the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world, or the destruction of the wicked, which is the end of the world?

Note: Explain that Matthew 24 contains the Savior’s prophecies about the destruction of Jerusalem and about his Second Coming. Over time, the verses in this chapter have been changed and rearranged, making it sometimes difficult to understand which event a particular verse describes. Fortunately, as part of his inspired translation of the Bible, Joseph Smith clarified the two prophecies and restored additional information. His inspired translation of Matthew 24 is found in Joseph Smith—Matthew in the Pearl of Great Price.

JS-Matthew 1:1
For I say unto you, that ye shall not see me henceforth and know that I am he of whom it is written by the prophets, until ye shall say: Blessed is he who cometh in the name of the Lord, in the clouds of heaven, and all the holy angels with him. Then understood his disciples that he should come again on the earth, after that he was glorified and crowned on the right hand of God.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 12:3. "Blessed Are the Poor in Spirit Who Come unto Me".

3 Nephi 12:3
Yea, blessed are the poor in spirit who come unto me, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:28-30. Avoid Contention. Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:18-40 Jesus Spoke of His Doctrine.

3 Nephi 11:28
And according as I have commanded you thus shall ye baptize. And there shall be no disputations among you, as there have hitherto been; neither shall there be disputations among you concerning the points of my doctrine, as there have hitherto been.

Note: Evernote: My Answers to Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:29. Why does the Savior counsel us to avoid contention?

3 Nephi 11:29
For verily, verily I say unto you, he that hath the spirit of contention is not of me, but is of the devil, who is the father of contention, and he stirreth up the hearts of men to contend with anger, one with another.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:21-27. The Importance of Baptism

3 Nephi 11:21
And the Lord said unto him: I give unto you power that ye shall baptize this people when I am again ascended into heaven.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:16-21. Hosanna

3 Nephi 11:16
And when they had all gone forth and had witnessed for themselves, they did cry out with one accord, saying:

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:14-17. The Wounds in His Hands and Feet and Side

3 Nephi 11:14
Arise and come forth unto me, that ye may thrust your hands into my side, and also that ye may feel the prints of the nails in my hands and in my feet, that ye may know that I am the God of Israel, and the God of the whole earth, and have been slain for the sins of the world.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:11.The Bitter Cup

3 Nephi 11:11
And behold, I am the light and the life of the world; and I have drunk out of that bitter cup which the Father hath given me, and have glorified the Father in taking upon me the sins of the world, in the which I have suffered the will of the Father in all things from the beginning.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:5-7. "Behold My Beloved Son"

3 Nephi 11:5
And again the third time they did hear the voice, and did open their ears to hear it; and their eyes were towards the sound thereof; and they did look steadfastly towards heaven, from whence the sound came.

Note: Evernote: Scripture Study Notes. 3 Nephi 11:3. "They Heard a Voice"

3 Nephi 11:3
And it came to pass that while they were thus conversing one with another, they heard a voice as if it came out of heaven; and they cast their eyes round about, for they understood not the voice which they heard; and it was not a harsh voice, neither was it a loud voice; nevertheless, and notwithstanding it being a small voice it did pierce them that did hear to the center, insomuch that there was no part of their frame that it did not cause to quake; yea, it did pierce them to the very soul, and did cause their hearts to burn.

Note: • Although all ten lepers were cleansed, only the man who returned was made whole (Luke 17:14, 19). What is the difference between being healed and being made whole? (See the quotation below.) How do our gratitude and faith help us become whole? Bishop Merrill J. Bateman taught: “In becoming a whole person, the grateful leper was healed inside as well as on the outside. That day nine lepers were healed skin deep, but only one had the faith to be made whole” (in Conference Report, Apr. 1995, 16; or Ensign, May 1995, 14).

Luke 17:19
And he said unto him, Arise, go thy way: thy faith hath made thee whole.

Note: • As the Savior went to Jerusalem, he healed ten lepers (Luke 17:11–14). Of those ten lepers, how many returned to express gratitude? (See Luke 17:15–16.) What are some reasons that we, like the nine ungrateful lepers, do not always express our gratitude for the blessings we receive? Why is it important that we express gratitude to the Lord?

Luke 17:16
And fell down on his face at his feet, giving him thanks: and he was a Samaritan.

Note: • In what ways are we like the prodigal son? (See the quotation below.) What hope does the parable of the prodigal son offer us? Referring to the parable of the prodigal son, President Gordon B. Hinckley said: “I ask you to read that story. Every parent ought to read it again and again. It is large enough to encompass every household, and enough larger than that to encompass all mankind, for are we not all prodigal sons and daughters who need to repent and partake of the forgiving mercy of our Heavenly Father and then follow His example?” (“Of You It Is Required to Forgive,” Ensign, June 1991, 5). • Why was the elder son angry with the way his father received the younger son? (See Luke 15:25–30.) How did the father respond to the elder son’s complaint? (See Luke 15:31–32.) Why is it sometimes difficult to welcome back a “prodigal son” who has repented? What can we learn from this man’s response to his returning son? (See Luke 15:32.)

Luke 15:32
It was meet that we should make merry, and be glad: for this thy brother was dead, and is alive again; and was lost, and is found.

Note: • What did the father do when he saw his son returning? (See Luke 15:20.) How did the father respond to his son’s confession? (See Luke 15:21–24.) How is the father’s response like the Lord’s response when we repent? (See Luke 15:7; Mosiah 26:30; D&C 58:42.)

Luke 15:24
For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found. And they began to be merry.

Note: • Whom did the son think of when he saw that no one in the far country cared for him? (See Luke 15:17.) What can we learn about repentance from the son’s attitude? (See Luke 15:18–19.)

Luke 15:19
And am no more worthy to be called thy son: make me as one of thy hired servants.

Note: • What happened to the prodigal son after he had wasted all his inheritance? (See Luke 15:14–16.) What application does this have in our day? • When the prodigal son was in want, who in the far country cared for him? (See Luke 15:16.) What can we learn from this?

Luke 15:16
And he would fain have filled his belly with the husks that the swine did eat: and no man gave unto him.

Note: • In the parable of the prodigal son, what did the younger son do with his inheritance? (See Luke 15:13. Note that prodigal means wasteful.) What are some ways that people today make errors similar to those of the prodigal son?

Luke 15:13
And not many days after the younger son gathered all together, and took his journey into a far country, and there wasted his substance wi