Term
| Why do we have so much information regarding Korihor, Sherum, and Nehor? |
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Definition
| Exposes the enemies of Christ and false doctrines. Prepare us for anti christs in our day and we can learn how to counter their words and combat their arguments. |
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| What do we call such people? What is an Anti-Christ? |
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Definition
| An anti-Christ is an opponent of Christ. He is in opposition to the true gospel, the true church, and the true plan of salvation. He is one who offers salvation to men on some other terms than those laid down by Christ. He who denies the father and the son. He seeks to bring down the kingdom of God. |
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Term
| What arguments did Korihor offer in support of his opposition to the Church? Do we have modern Korihors among us? |
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Definition
Korihor argues that there is no Christ, no man can know of things to come, prophecy and religious beliefs are foolish traditions, you cannot know things which you do not see, and it is the effect of a frenzied mind, there could be no atonement because every man fares in this life according to the management of the creature, prospers according to his genius, and conquers according to his strength, when a man is dead, that is the end of him, he does not believe that there is a God, he will not believe if he doesn't have a sign.
Yes, there are modern korihors among us.
No Christ
Prophecy & Religious Beliefs are foolish traditions
When a man is dead, that is the end of him
No God
Won’t believe without a sign
Leaders teach us in order to oppress us
no absolutes in society - no accountability, no standards, no punishment |
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Term
| How did Alma respond to Korihor? What evidences did he offer? What questions did he ask? |
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Definition
His own personal testimony, the testimony of the prophets, the testimony of members of the church, the order of the universe (does not go into philosophical debate, but uses revelation and true doctrine).
He offers questions like “do ye believe in God?” and “Will ye tempt God?”
He confronts the lies |
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Term
| Why was Alma so opposed to sign seeking? |
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Definition
Because faith should precede the miracle and we do not establish truth through signs much like Laman and Lemuel. Signs can encourage bad behavior.
Signs do not convert |
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Term
| How did Korihor react after being struck dumb? |
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Definition
| He says that he knows there is a God, and he always knew there was a God, and that the devil deceived him. He asked for the curse to be lifted from him. |
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Term
| What was Korihor’s real character defect? |
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Definition
| He always believed,but the devil led him away with promises of power. |
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Term
| What was the spiritual condition of the Zoramites? What were their beliefs? |
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Definition
they were apostates from the truth, they were sinning against the light.
They didn't keep the commandments or the law of moses.
they didn't pray, they rejected the church
they perverted the gospel
they only worshipped one day a week,
they worshipped in strange ways (rameumptum)
believed God is a spirit
ng astibelieved they were elect
rejected/denied Christ
persecuted the poor,
rejected faith
loved costly apparel, prideful. |
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Term
| What is the Lord’s way of solving a Zoramite-like problem? |
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Definition
| He sent Alma to convert them (“dream-team of missionaries”) |
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Term
| What was the Rameumpton and how was it used? |
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Definition
| The Rameumpton is the “holy stand”, a tower upon which the Zoramites offered their vain and repetitious prayers. |
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Term
| What explanation does Alma offer for such a perverted religion? |
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Definition
| The people were lifted up unto great pride and boasting, their hearts were set upon gold and silver and all manner of fine goods |
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Term
| What blessing did the Lord provide so that Alma could teach? |
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Definition
| He (and his companions) were filled with the Holy Spirit, and they did not hunger or thirst or suffer any manner of afflictions. |
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Term
| What was Alma’s purpose in addressing the Zoramites? |
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Definition
To bring the people to righteousness by teaching them the Gospel of Christ.
Prevent them from joining the Lamanites |
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Term
| What group constitutes Alma’s first audience? |
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Definition
The poor, they were humble and had been persecuted and thrown from their synagogues.
They are more humble, they are simple, not prideful, they are desperate to change their lives, they need help and they need hope; willing to listen and change; want to know how to worship |
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Term
| What is the mercy we find when we repent? |
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Definition
| God’s mercy that allows us to be saved through repentance brought about by the atonement. |
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Term
| What is the difference between faith and knowledge? |
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Definition
| If you know something there is no need or reason to believe (have faith). |
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Term
| What is Alma’s definition of faith? What does he add to Paul’s classical definition? What does faith to be centered on? |
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Definition
Alma 32:21--faith is not to have a perfect knowledge of things; therefore if ye have faith ye hope for things which are not seen, which are true.
Alma adds that it has to be true in order to be true faith.
Faith needs to be centered on Christ, not on signs. |
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Term
| Are faith and knowledge incompatible? Why? |
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Definition
| No, you can know a thing because of the confirmation of the spirit that faith has given you. Alma 32:34- “And now, behold, is your knowledge perfect? Yea, your knowledge is perfect in that thing, and your faith is dormant; and this because you know, for ye know that the word hath swelled your souls, and ye also know that it hath sprouted up...” |
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Term
| What hypothesis concerning faith did Alma construct? |
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Definition
| there are unseen realities which are true, faith is a hope in the truth of unseen realities rather than perfect knowledge, god wants us to believe, can't know at first the truth of unseen realities, a particle of faith if planted and nourished will bring us to know |
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Term
| How can we increase our faith? |
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Definition
| read and search scriptures, have a strong desire to believe, believe in Christ, pray regularly, nourish the seed of faith, repent of sins, seek after gifts of spirit, be willing to endure trials |
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Term
| What is Alma’s progression of spiritual events leading to salvation? |
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Definition
| we must truly humble ourselves, repent of our sins, endure to the end. |
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Term
| What experiment concerning faith did Alma construct? |
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Definition
| Compare the word of God unto a seed, plant the seed in your heart, desire to believe |
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Term
| In order for the experiment to work what do we need to do? |
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Definition
| pray regularly, believe and study scriptures, begin to believe, neither cast it out by unbelief nor resist the spirit of the Lord which accompanies it (do things which demonstrate our desire) |
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Term
| How can we nourish faith? |
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Definition
| prayer, scripture study, attending church, repenting and living the commandments, giving service |
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Term
| How is saving faith attained? |
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Definition
| plant the seed of faith in your minds, nourish and care for that seed of faith, repent of sins, pray regularly, read and hearken unto the scriptures |
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Term
| What did Alma teach concerning Christ in Chapter 33? |
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Definition
Declares Christ's divine sonship
Declares that God is merciful because of the atonement
Declares that the scriptures abundantly and clearly testify of Christ
We must believe in Christ and become humble and exercise faith in him
Christ atones for our sins
He died and was resurrected
He will judge all men |
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Term
| What specific doctrines does Amulek teach concerning the Atonement? |
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Definition
(he is a second witness) the atonement would be made by Christ for a multitude of sins, those that aren't covered--rejecting Christ, the shedding of innocent blood.
the atonement is essential or all mankind would have been lost, no unclean thing can enter his presence.
The atonement must be made by one who is infinite and eternal.
All men are responsible for their own sins
The Law of Moses is fulfilled through the Atonement and sacrifice of Jesus Christ.
The Law of Moses points toward Christ’s sacrifice
The Atonement satisfied the law of justice and brings forth mercy
Those that exercise faith unto repentance are protected by the arms of mercy
Those who fail to repent are exposed to the full demands of justice.
Justice is satisfied in two ways: keeping the law perfectly, and suffering effects of a broken law
We exercise our faith unto repentance by calling upon him in prayer
We should pray not only for ourselves but for those who are around us
We must repent in this life
If we fail to repent in this life, then the same spirit which prevented us from repenting in this life will prevent us from doing so in the hereafter
If we fail to repent in this life, our spirits become subject to Satan and we are his. The Spirit of the Lord withdraws from us |
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Term
| What are Amulek’s 7 Steps to Salvation? |
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Definition
exercise faith unto repentance
pray for forgiveness
humble yourself before God
Pray continually
care for poor and needy
bring forth good works
don’t procrastinate day of repentance |
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Term
| What does he suggest doing to make our prayers more effective? |
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Definition
we must care for the needy
clothe the naked
visit the sick and afflicted
give to those who have need |
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Term
| What steps does he suggest will lead us to eternal life? |
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Definition
remember the teachings of alma and amulek
don’t deny the coming of Christ
receive the Holy Ghost and take upon themselves the name of Christ
Humble yourselves
worship God wherever they are
Live in thanksgiving daily
pray continually |
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Term
| What closing advice does he offer? |
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Definition
| Do not be angry with those who revile you and cast you out due to poverty and bear afflictions with patience. |
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Term
| How is the Atonement infinite? |
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Definition
it covers all living things
it covers all worlds ever created
conquers death
timeless
Christ himself is infinite |
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Term
| Why shouldn’t we procrastinate repentance? |
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Definition
If we fail to repent in this life, then the same spirit which prevented us from repenting in this life will prevent us from doing so in the
If we fail to repent in this life, our spirits become subject to Satan and we are his. The Spirit of the Lord withdraws from us |
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Term
| What was the effect of Alma and Amulek’s teaching? |
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Definition
it destroyed the craft of the Zoramites
also brought a good number of people into the gospel |
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Term
| Where did the converted Zoramites go? |
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Definition
| they join Ammon in Jershon |
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Term
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Definition
| Ammonites (anti-nephi-lehi’s) |
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Term
| Why did Alma have such a unique experience? |
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Definition
God will not permit those who are going around trying to ‘murder’ His children. (or in other words, Killing them spiritually.) He will not allow an individual to do irreparable damage to the Kingdom. And because God knew of his parent’s prayers. God knew Alma would be a great prophet
He made a full turnaround from being one of the “vilest sinners” into one of the great prophets. |
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Term
| What is the purpose for Alma’s statements in verses 3 and 5? |
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Definition
If we delay repentance we leave this life with the same spirit.
We prolong the repentance process. It may take us hundreds of years in the Spirit world to repent of what would take us a short time to repent of in mortality.
We make ourselves ineligible to have the spirit with us. |
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Term
| Why doesn’t God often send angels? |
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Definition
It would reward bad behavior
It would destroy our agency.
It would remove the need for faith.
It would interfere with the growth we experience by overcoming sin and obstacles.
It could encourage misbehavior by those who would want to experience an angelic visit.
Those who reject the testimony of the scriptures and the prophets are not prone to accept angelic visitors.
Paul said that we sometimes have entertained angels and have been unaware of their presence.
The Lord uses lots of circumstances to impact those who are wayward. We often fail to realize His intervention. |
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Term
| What was the pattern for Alma’s spiritual rebirth? What spiritual steps are described? |
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Definition
Prayers of the Righteous are effective
Sin brings suffering, fear,
Remembering Jesus Christ
Repentance
Joy in repentance
No one is beyond spiritual recovery
1. spiritual things are known only through the spirit
2. moral agency has limits - we cannot destroy His kingdom *this is when he will send us help*
3. come face to face with our sins - sobering, frightening and painful
4. humility - we feel Godly sorrow
5. remember Christ
6. calling upon Christ - repentance - He remember sins no more; we remember so that we do not commit them again
7. Given strength from God
8. zeal to do good and build up the kingdom |
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Term
| What steps to repentance are listed for Alma? |
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Definition
Called to repentance by the angel.
He recognized the seriousness of his sins—his danger.
Wracked with great guilt and sorrows.
He remembered all of his sins.
He called upon Jesus Christ to have mercy upon him—he repented.
He was encircled with the blessings of mercy.
He had his guilt and pain removed.
He felt indescribable joy.
He desired to bring others to Christ. |
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Term
| Who does Alma select to keep the record? |
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Definition
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Term
| According to Alma, what benefit had his people received from the record? |
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Definition
It has preserved the records of the Holy scriptures
the Genealogy of their fathers,
enlarged the memory of this people.
convinced many of the errors of their ways
Brought them to knowledge of their God unto Salvation
Convincing of many Lamanites of incorrect traditions of their fathers.
brought to repentance |
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Term
| What was Alma’s formula for coming unto Christ? |
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Definition
Teach them an everlasting hatred against sin and iniquity. Verse 29.
To preach unto them repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Verse 33.
To humble themselves and to be meek and lowly of heart. Verse 33.
Teach them to withstand every temptation of the devil with their faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. Verse 33.
Teach them never to be weary of good works. Verse 34.
Teach them to learn in their youth to keep the commandments of God. Verse 35.
Teach them to cry unto God for all their support. Verse 36.
Teach them to counsel with the Lord in all their doings. Verse 37.
To eat icecream every thursday evening. :) Verse 32. |
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Term
| What part of the Jaredite record was to be kept secret? |
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Definition
| Keep all the Oaths and Covenants for Secret Combinations a secret. |
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Term
| What was Alma’s point in making reference to the Liahona? |
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Definition
| To show that it is as easy to follow the words of Christ as it was for them to follow the Liahona. The Liahona took them to the Promised Land, and the words of Christ can take us to “a far better land of promise”-- the Celestial Kingdom in essence. |
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Term
| Why did Lehi’s family wander so long in the wilderness? |
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Definition
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Term
| What advice does Alma offer his returned missionary son? |
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Definition
Keep the commandments
continue in righteousness and endure to the end
role of faithfulness, diligence, patience, long suffering
god will deliver those who place their trust in the lord, the lord supports the faithful
Sins are remitted only when we rely upon Christ for mercy
there’s no other way to salvation than through Jesus Christ, he is the light and life of the world
continue to teach, a mission is just the beginning
Avoid pride
be bold, but not overbearing
bridle your passions, develop love, not lust
avoid idleness
pray sincerely
be humble
exercise mercy
be sober |
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Term
| What were Corianton’s problems? |
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Definition
He committed sexual sins
Ran off after the Harlot Isabel.
Boasted in own strength.
Didn’t listen to father,
didn’t follow his brother’s (Shiblon) righteous example.
He broke mission rules and left his mission area
Abandoned the sacred trust given by God to missionaries.
set a bad example and led many others away from the true gospel |
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Term
| Why is it so serious to sin while on a mission? |
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Definition
If you sin on a mission, people will see you. The examples of missionaries are very important in bringing souls unto Christ. Corianton’s example prevented people from receiving the gospel. you wont have the spirit, and no one will see the light of the truth.
Bad example; leads people away
missionaries represent the Lord
Destroys spirit
violates sacred trust |
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Term
| What can we learn from how Alma treated his son? |
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Definition
| We should love our family and try to help them; admonish and correct with love |
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Term
| What repentance advice did Alma offer his son? |
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Definition
repent and forsake the sin,
“cross yourself,”
Counsel with your brothers and give heed to their advice,
put the first things first,
close your mind to Satan's enticements,
keep the commandments,
turn to the lord with all your might, mind, will and strength,
confess your sins publicly |
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Term
| Can we be responsible for the sins of others? Under what circumstances? |
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Definition
| if we lead someone else away from the truth and they don’t repent, we may be subject to their condemnation |
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Term
| What 3 words did Elder Holland use to symbolize why we need to be morally clean? |
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Definition
| The Soul (trifling with another person’s very soul), The Symbol (sex is a total union), The Sacrament (union between man and God, it unites us with God; a sacred power) |
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Term
| What are the 2 parts of the soul of man? |
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Definition
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Term
| What doctrine is discussed in detail in this chapter? Alma 40 |
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Definition
The Resurrection
All will be resurrected
Christ was the first
There is a time appointed for all
There is a space between death and resurrection; time for missionary work and repentance
Righteous and un are separatedjustice
Paradise and prison
Unrighteous remain in prison until resurrection
Righteous are part of first resurrection
Resurrections restores spirit and body
Righteous resurrected to the kingdom of God |
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Term
| What is the order of resurrection? |
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Definition
Celestial beings from Adam to Christ
Celestial beings from Christ to 2nd Coming
Terrestrial beings from Adam to 2nd Coming.
Telestial Beings.
Sons of Perdition |
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Term
| What are the 2 resurrections? Who comes forth in each? |
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Definition
| 1st or the Resurrection of the Just (celestial and terrestrial). 2nd or the Resurrection of the Unjust (telestial and sons of perdition) |
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Term
| What is the doctrine of restoration? |
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Definition
| Spirit and Body restored to their whole, most perfect state, yet they will be restored to the state they were before the resurrection. The wicked will be restored to wickedness and misery, the righteous to righteousness and joy. Character will not change. |
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Term
| What is the principle doctrine addressed in this chapter? Alma 41 |
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Definition
Justice and Mercy
Wickedness never was happiness |
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Term
| What is the Law of Justice? |
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Definition
| There must be a price paid for sin. No sin will go unpunished. |
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Term
| What are the essential requirements for the Law of Justice to be satisfied? |
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Definition
| The price of sin is death, so there must be death to pay for the sin. Repentance places the price of sin onto Christ’s atonement. Men must be judged according to their works, and the intentions of their hearts, and if they do not repent, they will suffer the spiritual death that is the price of their sins. |
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Term
| Why are thoughts and desires important? |
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Definition
| We are restored to the same spiritual state that we left the world, so our thoughts and desires stay with us as we are restored. |
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Term
| What advice does Alma offer Corianton? |
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Definition
see that you’re merciful unto your brethren
deal justly
judge righteously
do good continually |
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Term
| What 3 doctrines referred to as “Three Pillars of Eternity” |
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Definition
| Creation, Fall and Atonement |
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Term
| What were the Consequences of the Fall? |
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Definition
Man was cast out of the presence of God
Man became mortal and subject to aging and death
Physical and spiritual death
Law of agency - accountability
Satan was loosed and could tempt us greatly
Ability to have children
man would be tried and tested |
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Term
| How is the Fall linked to the Atonement? |
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Definition
| Without the Fall, the Atonement couldn’t have happened because Adam and Eve would still be in the Garden of Eden. |
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Term
| What is the purpose of mortality? |
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Definition
| This probationary state became a state for them to prepare; it became a preparatory state |
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Term
| What is mercy? How is it obtained? |
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Definition
| The Lord’s forbearance from imposing punishment, it is achieved through faith, baptism, repentance, receiving the Holy ghost, enduring to the end. |
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Term
| What is the Plan of Redemption? |
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Definition
The Law is given
The penalty is affixed
repentance is granted |
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Term
| What was Alma’s final advice to his son? |
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Definition
Repent
Cease excusing yourself
Return to the mission field |
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Term
| Who were a part of the Nephite Coalition? |
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Definition
true Nephites
Ammonites (Lamanites converted by the sons of Mosiah)
Converted Zoramites
Mulekites (people living in Zarahelma) |
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Term
| Who were part of the Lamanite Coalition? |
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Definition
True Lamanites
Unconverted/Apostate Zoramites
Amalakites |
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Term
| Who were the war leaders of the Lamanites? Why? |
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Definition
The people that hated the nephites the most were their leaders. The Zoramites & Amalakites, often former Nephites because they were most bitter
motivated by hatred |
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Term
| What lessons do we learn from the war chapters? When are we protected in going to war? |
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Definition
The Christian attitude towards war
Follow the Prophet
The importance of righteous leaders
A correct attitude toward government
The need to be prepared
Extreme circumstances need not determine our level or spirituality
We are protected in war when we are righteous and have a righteous cause |
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Term
| What is their relevance to this day? |
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Definition
M Russell Ballard: We are in a war. This war is the same war that raged in the premortal world. Lucifer and his followers are committed to an evil direction
Pride cycle goes on today |
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Term
| What are the lessons from the Stripling Warriors story? How can we gain power to overcome? |
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Definition
We will prosper if we listen to our parents and praise God and trust in Him. We need to value our covenants and we receive power in keeping the commandments.
o Power and value of covenants
o Power and value of faith and trust in God
o Power and value of being true to the commandments
o Power send value of a mother’s love, teachings, and righteous example |
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Term
| What do we learn from the chapters about our attitude toward government? The need for competent leaders? |
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Definition
To follow the example of righteous Nephihah judgement seat, also the ammonites; learn of the danger of internal divisions. Support the covenant to protect your freedom
We need Competent leaders in their Motivation, Strategy and Planning, and Covenant Status
(the birthright son if the covenant son, unless he is unworthy it goes to the first son of the first wife) |
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Term
| When are we justified in killing? |
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Definition
in battle, when constitutional law and civic duty require that they meet that call
There is no condemnation for killing those who oppose you in war (given the war is a righteous war)
defending our home, family, freedoms, and church
Lord had justified and we try to negotiate, we can protect ourselves |
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Term
| What is and what are the effects of the “Pride Cycle?” |
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Definition
| The Pride Cycle: prosperity—> pride –-> wickedness –-> judgments –-> repent –-> |
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Term
| What do we believe concerning the origin of the Polynesians? |
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Definition
| they are from the people of Hagoth, who lead a group of people West from Zarahemla by sea (Alma 63) |
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Term
| What is the message of the chapter? Why is the Book of Helaman so significant? |
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Definition
The same events that took place in the Book of Helaman will be the same events that will take place when the Lord comes again.
live as Christ lived or suffer as He suffered |
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Term
| What do we learn about power from the chapter? |
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Definition
| Christ’s power can operate in a period of turmoil, power is one of Satan’s enticements that leads men to wickedness and pride |
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Term
| Why is Kishkumen important? |
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Definition
| He’s the “hit man” hired to kill the chief judge |
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Term
| What error in judgment did the Nephites make in trying to defend themselves? |
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Definition
They’re willing to hire a hit man to kill the chief judge. They enter into a “secret combination” with Kishkumen. Lamanites saw contention among the Nephites and tried to take advantage of that. Their troops were on the outside border of the country so the lamanites could take the capital city.
They didn’t think the lamanites would dare attack the center of their civilization |
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Term
| What error in judgment did Coriantumr make in attacking? |
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Definition
He marches his troops into the center, while the Nephite soldiers are surrounding the outside of the city. Coriantumr is a metaphor for Satan
Let himself be trapped in |
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Term
| What is the nature of most men in power? |
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Definition
| Greedy and Wicked also good with words to flatter the people into their will. |
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Term
| Who was Gadianton? Why is he important? |
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Definition
| A person who uses flattery (lie and get away with it). Leader of the band of Kishkumen (the Gadianton robbers) |
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Term
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Definition
To keep people in darkness
To murder
To plunder
To lie
To commit all manner of wickedness and whoredoms
To help certain people get gain and power |
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Term
| What are Mormon’s three great lessons concerning the relationship between God and man? |
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Definition
-The Lord is merciful to those who in sincerity call on His holy name
-The gate of Heaven is open to all who believe in Jesus Christ
-The word of God has three effects: 1) it divides asunder all the cunning & shows all wiles of the devil. 2) it leads the “man of Christ” in a straight and narrow course across the gulf of misery. 3) it helps to land faithful men’s immortal souls at the right hand of God. The result, says Mormon, was that there was “continual rejoicing” and “peace exceeding great joy in the land.” |
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Term
| What great evil did the people fall into? Hel 3 |
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Definition
Pride, contentions and dissensions (opposite of a Zion-like people)
Pride cycle |
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Term
| *What is sanctification and what can we do to accelerate the sanctification process? |
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Definition
Process whereby we become pure, whole, and eventually free from sin. Pure, Holy, and eligible to live with God again
Steps to accelerate it:
Pray and fast often
Wax strong in humility
Increase and firm faith in Christ
Yield our hearts to God |
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Term
| By what process did the Lamanites gain control? |
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Definition
There were contentions and dissensions in the Church and among its members
The contentions and dissensions led to bloodshed
the dissenters were cast out and joined the lamanites
the dissenters stirred up the Lamanites to go to battle against the nephites
the wickedness of the people led to the withdrawal of the spirit and the protection which it offered from the Lord |
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Term
| What great evils had the Nephites embraced? |
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Definition
Pride because of riches
Oppression of poor
mocking sacred things
denying the spirit of prophecy and revelation
murdering, plundering, lying, stealing, adultery
great contentions among people
boasting of own strength |
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Term
| Why did Nephi give up the judgment seat? |
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Definition
| The people had become corrupt and with it the laws. Realized that they needed him to be a missionary more. Therefore he gave up the judgement seat to go and preach the word of God. |
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Term
| How does the Lord’s solution to problems differ from the world’s? |
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Definition
| The World’s solution is to change the rules to fit the majority. The Lord’s solution is to change the hearts of the people to conform to His laws. The World puts a band-aid on the sore, while the Lord’s solution is preach the gospel. Convert people so that there is a change of heart, character, and actions. |
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Term
| What should we “remember?” |
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Definition
Keep The Commandments
Names. We all take name of Christ; remember works of ancestors
King Benjamin’s word
No other way to salvation than through Christ
Atonement - save the world from their sins, not in their sins
Christ is our sure foundation |
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Term
| What miraculous events occur to Nephi and Lehi? |
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Definition
The fire that surrounds them did not harm them
-The walls of the prison shook (3x)
-A voice was heard from Heaven - calls people to repentence
-A cloud of darkness overshadowed those near the prison, making it impossible for the Lamanite guards to flee
-angels appeared to prisoners
-prisoners preach |
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Term
| What change had taken place with the Lamanites? |
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Definition
| role reversal with Nephites, the Lamanites began accepting and even preaching the gospel |
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Term
| What evil interrupted the prosperity and peace? |
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Definition
| pride cycle, set hearts on riches and power, using murders and secret combinations to gain |
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Term
| What is Satan’s role in secret combinations? |
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Definition
Stir up the hearts of the more part of the Nephite so they united with those bands of robbers. He is the moving force-- puts it into the hearts of the people
He is the author of all sin. |
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Term
| What are the “thus we can see” lessons of this chapter? |
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Definition
-nephites dwindle in unbelief and the Lamanites grow in knowledge of God
-spirit withdraws from nephites
-spirit poured out more abundantly upon Lamanites
-lamanites sought to destroy Gadiantons through converting them
-nephites embraced gadiantons and the gadianton’s influence spread
-gadiantons seized power in government
-nephites were ripe for destruction |
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Term
| *What is the cure for secret combinations? |
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Definition
| Preach the gospel and convert those who are involved |
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Term
| What are the elements of the “pride cycle?” |
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Definition
| Prosperity, pride, wickedness, judgements of God, repentance |
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Term
| Why did God forsake the Nephites? |
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Definition
A) They had hardened their hearts
B) They wouldn’t hearken unto Him
C) They provoked God to anger because of their Wickedness |
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Term
| What were Nephi’s warnings? |
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Definition
1. great cities to be destroyed
2. strength of Lord only to those who repent
3. Be utterly destroyed
4. Punished because of pride
5. perish and lose land of inheritance |
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Term
| What did Nephi say concerning the Lamanites? |
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Definition
It’s better that the Lamanites die than the Nephites, because the Lamanites are
righteous. The Nephites had also turned their back on the gospel-apostized, the Lamanites had not. |
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Term
| Why were the judges mad at Nephi? |
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Definition
| He spoke with boldness concerning their wickedness; He undercut their craft |
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Term
| How did Nephi respond to the judges and their supporters? |
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Definition
| He continued preaching repentance; Gave a history of God’s dealings (moses etc) to provide more evidence |
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Term
| What did Nephi prophesy concerning the chief judge? Why did he do so? |
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Definition
| He prophesied that the Chief Judge was murdered by his brother. He did this to prove God’s power and convince the righteous |
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Term
What happened that caused some to be convinced that Nephi was a prophet?
What further evidence of his prophetic powers did Nephi offer the people? |
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Definition
He knew who killed the Chief Judge, and how he would respond when accused of this murder.
He told them what evidence to look for when confronting the Chief Judge’s brother, and how he would react when accused. |
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Term
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Definition
to think deeply, reflect, reason, contemplate, dwell upon, meditate (often involves a study of the scriptures)
open heart, want to understand
contemplating questions, options, and understand what the Lord wants
be willing to change, spirit must act upon you |
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Term
| What are some examples of great truths being revealed through pondering? |
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Definition
Pondering by Nephi opened a vision of the Tree of Life
The First Vision
Joseph F Smith’s pondering of 1st Peter led to a vision of the Spirit World
Enos - where do I stand in the eyes of the Lord
D & C - 3 degrees of glory |
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Term
| What great blessing was pronounced upon Nephi? Why |
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Definition
| The sealing power, because of his - obedience, what you have done, unwearyingness, have not feared them, not sought own life, Lord’s will, kept commandments |
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Term
| Why did Nephi petition for a famine? |
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Definition
| It’s impossible to escape a famine, it hits everyone, they get the message that it is beyond their own power and ask for spiritual help. He didn’t want them to learn by wars, but something beyond their control. The people needed "Heaven's most eloquent sermon" |
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Term
| Why were the Lamanites also included? |
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Definition
| Famines include everyone and are inescapable |
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Term
| What evidence do you see of the pride cycle? |
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Definition
| prosperity after the famine |
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Term
| What is the relationship between knowing true doctrine and revelations? |
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Definition
| Revelation can reveal the truthfulness of doctrine. |
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Term
| Why were the Gadiantons able to regain strength so quickly? |
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Definition
The Pride of the People due to prosperity
There was contention between good and evil - we must take real aggression towards evil
they were allowed to gain strength back - guerrilla warfare |
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Term
| Can peace and prosperity be a trial? Why? |
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Definition
| Yes b/c people will fail to serve the Lord. It’s the greatest test; when we prosper the most, we often forget the Lord; unsteadiness of the hearts; pride cycle - takes judgements of Lord to bring us to repentance |
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Term
| What was Samuel’s purpose in preaching? |
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Definition
| to cry repentence, to tell of judgements of God, to teach conditions of repentence, to teach of Christ’s coming and His purpose |
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Term
| What do these purposes teach us of God? |
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Definition
He wants to help us and teach us
No destruction without warning
willing to give multiple chances to repent, God is patient with us
willing to describe what we have to do |
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Term
| What was Samuel’s warning? |
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Definition
the word shall be taken from them
the spirit shall be withdrawn
the Lord will suffer or spare them no longer
the Lord will turn the hearts of the Lamanites against the Nephites
in 400 years the Nephites shall be smitten and destroyed |
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Term
| Why had the city been protected in the past? |
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Definition
| There were a few righteous still there |
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Term
| What excuse did the wicked offer for their actions? |
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Definition
| They would accept “true prophets” if they came |
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Term
| What did Samuel specifically prophesy concerning the birth and death of Jesus Christ? |
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Definition
Birth:
Christ is to be born in 5 years
No darkness for 2 days
a new star to arise
many signs and wonders in heaven
people to fall to the earth
Death:
sun to be darkened, moon and stars not to give light for three days
Thundering and lightning for many hours
Earth to shake and tremble and be broken up
Tempests, mountains to be laid low, valleys raised
Highways to be broken up; cities to become desolate |
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Term
| What are Samuel’s Conditions of Salvation? |
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Definition
Accept Christ.
Willing to be baptized and enter into covenants.
Accept all of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Accept prophets and leaders.
Accept His church. |
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Term
| What was the source of Samuel’s message? |
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Definition
| An angel of the Lord showed them to him |
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Term
| What did Samuel teach concerning the Atonement? |
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Definition
Christ must die that salvation cometh
the atonement bringeth the resurrection of all mankind
the resurrection makes it possible for all to be brought back unto the presence of God to be judged
Being brought back into the presence of God overcometh the first spiritual death of being banished by the Fall from God’s presence
The atonement makes it possible for us to be forgiven of our sins and spared the punishment which these sins demand under the law of justice |
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Term
| What did Samuel warn the Nephites of? |
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Definition
| if they didn’t repent their houses shall be left desolate, they would be unable to flee |
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Term
What blessings did he promise the Lamanites?
When would those blessings be fulfilled? |
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Definition
Prolong their days
gospel restored
Lord to be merciful
restored to knowledge that they are members as his sheep
Not utterly destroyed
In the day of the Lord's wisdom |
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Term
| What effect did Samuel’s message have on the people? |
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Definition
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Term
| How did the majority try to explain Samuel? |
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Definition
| They said he was possessed by the devil |
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Term
| What effect did the Signs have on the people? |
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Definition
| Some were converted, the majority hardened their hearts and rationalized the signs |
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Term
| What rejection excuses did the majority offer? Is the world still using the same excuses? |
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Definition
Samuel had a devil
Coincidences
Samuel guessed right |
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Term
| What echoes of Korihor do you find in the people’s excuses? |
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Definition
There is no christ
the prophecies are merely the wicked tradition of our fathers
we can’t witness with our own eyes
we become dependent on our leaders |
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Term
| What isn’t “reasonable” about the Restoration message? |
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Definition
virgin birth
God as Father of Jesus
The miracles of Jesus
the resurrection
Sacred grove appearances
Angels and golden plates
book of mormon
appearances by john the baptist, Peter, James, John, Moses, Elias, Elijah, and other prophets
revelation to Joseph Smith and subsequent prophets
foreordination in pre-existence
spirit world doctrine
translated beings
Samuel’s prophecies weren’t reasonable
rejected Christ because he had offended them by not coming unto them
said that prophecies were wicked traditions and foolish (parallel of Korihor)
rejected prophecies with a demand for physical proof |
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Term
| What happened to Nephi? Have others had a similar experience? |
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Definition
| He disappeared and no one knew where he went. We think that Alma and Nephi were translated. |
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Term
| *What are the purposes of signs? |
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Definition
| Signs are a reward for faith and following righteous behavior... They do not produce faith. |
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Term
| What did the Lord tell Nephi? |
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Definition
| The time for Savior’s birth has arrived, that night the sign would be given, Jesus would come unto the world to do the will of both the Father and the Son, Prophecies of Christ’s mission have been from the beginning. |
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Term
| How is Christ “The Father?” |
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Definition
| His will is the same, on the Father’s errand, speaks on behalf of the Father |
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Term
| What effect did the signs have on the people? |
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Definition
They made those who did not want to believe angry
Rejoice if they do not happen, kill the believers
Irrational behavior – Satan can influence us to do really, truly dumb things
Non-believers cannot leave the truth alone – like ex-Mormons who cannot leave the church alone |
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Term
| Why did some ignore the signs? Do we ignore signs? |
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Definition
people are adulterous
Satan makes them forget and/or rationalize |
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Term
| *Why were the wicked given signs? |
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Definition
adulterous, signs vindicate the prophets, signs leave the wicked without excuse for not believing and leaves them totally responsible for what happens thereafter.
3 |
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Term
| *What is the difference between the curse and the mark? |
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Definition
Curse – spirit taken away
Mark – colored dark so they don’t intermarry |
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Term
| Who was Lachoneus and what did he do in response to the Gadianton threat? |
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Definition
Lachoneus was the cheif judge of the Nephites.
he caused his people to pray for strength to resist the gadiantons,
gathered his people and their flocks into one defensible location,
built fortifications,
placed guards,
caused his people to repent so they would be worthy of the Lord’s protection,
appointed chief captains who were worthy of revelation,
caused his people to rely upon the Lord for protection |
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Term
| How did the Nephites choose their war leaders? How did the Lamanites choose theirs? |
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Definition
| The Nephites chose a righteous man/prophet among them (Gidgidonni) and the Lamanites chose a leader who had a great hatred against the Nephites |
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Term
| *What are the objectives and methods of the Gadiantons? |
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Definition
Objectives: power and gain, and control of overthrow of the government, using political office to ‘rule and do according to their will, that they might get gain and glory’
Methods:
Secret agreements between individual groups
assassination
payola (money)
Skillful propaganda and the public relations
the hate campaign
intimidation
tight control of members -- death penalty for betrayal |
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Term
| *What does Mormon teach of the last day gathering? |
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Definition
God has blessed the house of Jacob
God has been merciful unto the seed of Joseph
God has blessed and prospered his children as they have kept his commandments
God will restore his gospel
God will gather the house of Israel from the 4 corners of the earth
God has covenanted with the house of Jacob that they will be restored to a knowledge of the covenants which he has made with them
The house of Israel (Jacob) will be gathered after they have been restored to a knowledge of their covenants |
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Term
| *What evil acted as a trigger to the slide? |
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Definition
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Term
| *What perversion of the legal system is described? |
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Definition
regulations of government were destroyed because of secret combinations
assassinations and other secret combinations |
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Term
| *What was the condition of the people before Christ appeared? |
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Definition
Divided into tribes because of their wickedness
regulations of government destroyed (secret combinations)
more righteous part become wicked
an anti-christ appointed leader
stoned and cast out prophets
many repent and are baptized because of Nephi’s ministry and miracles |
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Term
| *What special blessing did Nephi enjoy? |
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Definition
| People cannot disbelieve him when he teaches |
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Term
| What evidences of his power did Nephi give to the people? |
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Definition
| He told them to go talk to the chief judge’s brother and the exact conversation they would have with him; He told of the blood on the brother’s cloak |
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Term
| *What elements did God use in the destruction? |
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Definition
Air: tempests, lightnings, thunderings, whirlwinds, great storms, fires, mists of darkness
Water: whole cities buried in the sea
Earth: earthquakes, highways broken up, cities burned in earth, land deformed |
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Term
| *What signs are described in the chapter? |
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Definition
| Great storm, terrible tempest, terrible thunder, sharp lightning, Zarahemla burned, Moroni sank into sea, Moronihah burned, destructions in land southward, highways destroyed, whirlwinds, land deformed, darkness enveloped the land for 3 days |
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Term
| Why was there no light in the land? |
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Definition
The Savior is dead for 3 days (no light during this time)
Christ is the source of all light here on earth
Christ was the light and the life of the world. When he was gone, the light and life of the world was gone. |
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Term
| *Are the destructions a pattern for the Second Coming? |
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Definition
Events: Scripture references of Christ coming to the Nephites---to the future coming of Christ
Lamanites become righteous
There are wars and rumors of wars
the righteous gather together
increased wickedness is among the people
people reject the prophets
there is increased skepticism concerning his coming
earthquakes and other disturbances accompany his coming
darkness covers the earth
Christ comes as a thief in the night
Christ comes down from heaven in glory
the wicked are destroyed at his coming; the righteous are preserved
Christ appears at his temple
Christ displays the wounds in his body
Christ’s coming begins a resurrection of the righteous
Those who are prepared for Christ’s coming are those who sustain the prophets |
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Term
| *Why had the Lord caused the destruction? What else did he say? |
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Definition
| People failed to repent, wicked spilled the blood of the prophets, wicked destroyed because of their secret combinations, wicked rejected and cast out the prophets, wicked persecuted righteous and cast them out |
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Term
| What was his message to the righteous? |
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Definition
those spared were more righteous than those destroyed, however they needed to repent and come to the gospel
the blessings of mercy are extended to those who will repent and come unto Christ
Christ created the heavens and the earth, the Father is in him
Christ came in fulfillment of prophecy but the jews rejected him
the law of Moses has been fulfilled
Christ is the God of this world
the new sacrifice would be accepted instead
Christ came to the world to save it from sin
Those who repent and come unto Christ with a humble and broken heart are those that Christ came to save
Return and repent and be converted so that I may heal you |
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Term
| *What was the New Sacrifice? |
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Definition
A broken heart and a contrite spirit - willing to accept His gospel and His will
no more shedding of blood and burnt offerings |
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Term
| *Why had he come?(Christ) |
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Definition
To save those who came unto Christ with a humble and broken heart
bring redemption and save the world from sin |
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Term
| What happened after the people hear the voice of the Lord? Why? |
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Definition
they were silent for many hours (they were exceedingly astonished)atonement
howling and weeping because they were saddened at the loss of their friends and family
silence and darkness
pondering and praying
voice again |
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Term
| *What must happen for the House of Israel to be gathered? |
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Definition
Repent and return unto God with full purpose of heart
this will be a spiritual gathering |
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Term
| Why is it appropriate to use the hen gathering her chicks? |
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Definition
Mother hen is a ferocious protector
Brings them and hides them unto her breast
She will give up her life to protect her chicks - just as Christ laid down His life for us |
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Term
| What is promised if the people don’t repent? |
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Definition
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Term
| *Why was the destruction fair and justified? |
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Definition
| They were warned this would happen if they did not repent, and yet they still did not repent. |
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Term
| *What 3 witnesses of Christ do you find in the chapter?(3NE11) |
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Definition
1st: the voice of the father introducing his Son
2nd: The Son’s own witness of who He is
3rd: Son’s invitation to allow the people to receive a physical witness |
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Term
| What 3 principle messages do you find in the chapter? |
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Definition
Bestowal of authority on Nephi and the twelve
the Doctrine of Christ
the necessity of, authority for, and mode of baptism |
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Term
| *What does the Savior teach us in regarding the authority to act in his name? |
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Definition
The 12 in bible and bom get authority to baptize from Christ
Where does the world get their authority? |
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Term
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Definition
Absolute condition for salvation
Authority (Must be given it by the Lord), Necessity(must be Baptized), Mode of (Immersion) |
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Term
| What is the Doctrine of Christ and what is included? |
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Definition
contention has no part in doctrine because it makes the spirit flee
Repent and believe in Christ.
Believe in me and Baptized shall be saved (Atonement)
whoso believeth in my father also
repent and become as a little child and be baptized or you can nowise inherit kingdom of God
(4th article of Faith) |
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Term
| What happens to those who aren’t baptized? |
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Definition
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Term
| *How is the Sermon on the Mount (Jerusalem, apostles) different from the Sermon at the Temple (america, Lamanites and righteous nephites)? |
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Definition
| Sermon on the Mount prepared apostles for full time missionary service, Sermon at the temple provides background for undertaking the new covenant—temple text |
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Term
| *Are there signs of a Temple covenant as a part of the Sermon at the Temple? |
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Definition
| Yes. Hosanna shout, salt reference, oath reference, fasting washing and anointing, |
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Term
| *What call to a higher righteousness do you find in these chapters? (3NE14ish) |
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Definition
| Broken heart and contrite spirit, ordinances. Personal righteousness as well as loyalty to leaders |
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Term
| *What are the Beatitudes and what is included? |
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Definition
| Blessed are they who… mourn with those that mourn, meek, hunger and thirst after righteousness, merciful, pure in heart, peacemakers |
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Term
| *These chapters are often referred to as the “Sermon on the Law and the Covenant.” What covenant and what law are being addressed? |
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Definition
| New covenant- doctrine of Christ. |
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Term
| *What are the purposes of the covenant? |
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Definition
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Term
| What do we learn about the Law of Moses? |
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Definition
| It has been fulfilled through Christ |
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Term
| *Who are the “other sheep” referred to in verses 12-24?(3NE15-16) |
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Definition
| The Lamanites/ righteous Nephites in America |
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Term
| What message did Christ give to his disciples? |
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Definition
One Lord and one shepherd. Nephites elect. Gospel preached to those who were led
away |
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Term
| What is the role of the Book of Mormon in the gathering of the House of Israel? |
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Definition
| t will come forth from Gentiles who will then aid in the gathering of Israel by spreading the gospel throughout the earth |
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Term
| *When will the “Lost Tribes” return? Under what circumstances? |
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Definition
| Once restored to a knowledge of gospel; return via baptized |
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Term
| *Why did the Lord scatter the House of Israel? What does that tell us about the gathering? |
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Definition
| Because they were wicked, to be gathered back to the covenant gospel (spiritual gathering) |
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Term
| What blessings are promised the Gentiles? |
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Definition
| The truth, fullness of gospel, once converted—numbered in house of Israel |
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Term
| *What do we learn from the chapter about the personal characteristics of Jesus? |
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Definition
Compassionate, merciful, meets our needs, heals, loves children, understands, prays for
us |
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Term
| What did Jesus advise the people to do when he perceived that they were weak and without understanding? |
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Definition
| ponder and ask the Lord for understanding |
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Term
Where did the Savior say he was going while they pondered the events that had just occurred?
Why did he change his mind? |
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Definition
to the Father & to the lost tribes
The people asked him to stay with them. |
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Term
*What is the purpose of the Savior’s sacramental celebration in the chapter?
Is something more going on than a reinstitution of the ordinance? |
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Definition
Renewal of covenant of baptism
Celebration, right to administer from God |
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Term
| *What does partaking of the Sacrament do for you and me? |
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Definition
| Renews, promised spirit, spiritual foundations strengthened. |
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Term
| *What are the 3 fundamentally important things associated with the sacrament? |
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Definition
| Self discernment, covenant, opportunity to commune. |
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Term
| *What promises do we make as part of the sacrament? |
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Definition
| Remember Him, covenants, life, atonement |
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Term
| *What does the Savior teach us about prayer in the chapter? (3NE18) |
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Definition
Pray in Christ’s name, receive an answer when faithful and when it’s right. Pray in
families, pray for those in need. |
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Term
| What is the responsibility of the 12? |
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Definition
| Sacrament, prevent unworthy participation, if unworthy and don’t repent--excommunicate |
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Term
| What spiritual manifestations occurred at the baptism of the people? |
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Definition
| Holy Ghost fell upon them by fire |
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Term
| *What is the “doctrine of perfect prayer?” |
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Definition
| pray continually, no repetitions |
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Term
| What spiritual experience did the 12 enjoy? |
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Definition
| Being touched by the Savior and conferred with Holy Ghost |
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Term
| *What are the critical elements of God’s promises to the House of Israel? |
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Definition
| gospel, priesthood, eternal life, lands of inheritance |
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Term
| *What is the covenant referred to in the chapter? (3NE20) |
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Definition
| covenant to people of house of Israel; Abrahamic |
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Term
| *Why does the Lord give us covenants? |
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Definition
| teachings and guidelines, incentives and rewards, gateways and ordinances, patterns and measurements |
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Term
| *When will the covenant be fulfilled? What has to happen first? |
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Definition
fulfilled in the last days, but first the gospel must be restored/Book of Mormon must come
forth |
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Term
| What is the sign that the Savior offers us? |
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Definition
| BoM from Gentiles--to Lamanites. Lamanites will begin to accept BoM and Restored Church. THEN the work of fulfilling covenant has begun |
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Term
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Definition
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Term
| What blessings will yet come to Israel? |
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Definition
| Ten tribes, the temples in the new and old jerusalem will be completed as millennial events, the conversion of jews |
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Term
| Why would the Lord encourage us to search the words of Isaiah? |
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Definition
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Term
| *What are the 3 recurring themes of the Isaiah chapters found in the Book of Mormon? |
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Definition
| House of Israel, Last Days, Messianic Prophecies |
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Term
| How do we search the scriptures? |
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Definition
| meditate, study, heed, hear, ponder |
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Term
| What did Jesus add to the Nephite record? |
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Definition
| He added words/doctrine from Malachi (doctrine of tithing) |
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Term
| How did the Savior expound all things in one? |
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Definition
| all scriptures testify of Christ, Savior may have reviewed details of the Plan of Salvation from start to finish, Savior may have opened the heavens and allowed the people to see visions of the earth’s history |
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Term
| What other additions did the Savior make to the Nephite record? |
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Definition
| He added more doctrine from the book of Malachi |
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Term
| *How were the promises of Malachi relevant to the Nephites? |
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Definition
| righteous had been preserved at time the wicked had been destroyed, experienced appearance of the Savior--followed destruction of wicked |
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Term
| *What are the blessings promised to those who tithe? |
|
Definition
| windows of heaven opened, land of faithful blessed, devourer rebuked |
|
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Term
| What or who are the “Jewels of God?” |
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Definition
| chosen ones “the day when i make up my jewels” |
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Term
| *What is the significance of Elijah? |
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Definition
| mission critical to restoration, held keys of priesthood, delivers keys, as a result we have a desire to enjoy all blessings that the ancients enjoyed. SEALING POWER. |
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Term
| In what ways will our faith be tried? |
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Definition
| To see if we will believe on Christ’s words; to have faith that eventually he will make all things known unto us. |
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Term
| What miracles are performed? |
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Definition
| Loosed the tongues of the children, they spoke great and marvelous things unto their fathers; healed the sick, lame, blind, deaf, raised a man from the dead |
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Term
| How did the 12 minister unto the people? |
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Definition
| They taught and baptized as many that would come unto them |
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| *What criteria did Christ establish for His church? |
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Definition
| called in His name, built upon His gospel |
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Term
| What is promised to the faithful? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is promised to those who choose another church? |
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Definition
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Term
| *What is his gospel? Name 8 things. |
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Definition
| faith, repentance, baptism, Holy Ghost, Atonement, Judgement, Resurrection, Endure to the End |
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Term
| *What is the Lord’s worthiness standard? |
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Definition
| If we repent, are baptized, and *endure to the end,* doing all things in the name of Christ; doing good works and becoming sanctified in Christ |
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Term
| What special opportunity did Christ offer the 12? What did they want? |
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Definition
| He asks them: “What is it ye desire of me?” 9/12 desired to live to the “age of man” and after their ministry, live with Christ and the Father |
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Term
| What does it mean to be a translated being? |
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Definition
| delivered from the tortures of the body but existence prolonged as to the labors and toils of the ministry |
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Term
| What is the mission of the 12? |
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Definition
| ministering angels, brings souls of men to Him, minister to people |
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Term
| What is the mission or condition of the 3 Nephites? |
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Definition
| cannot suffer death, prisons can’t hold, depths of earth can’t hold, fiery furnaces can’t harm, dens of wild beasts not harm. Mortal- must go through final change from mortality to immortality when He comes. No pain, no sorrow save sins of world, Satan has no power, power over evil men of world. |
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Term
| Who else has been translated? |
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Definition
| Enoch, some people of Salem, Moses, Elijah, Alma the Younger, John the Beloved, Three Nephites, |
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Term
| What is Mormon's message to us? |
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Definition
| Book of Mormon is a sign that Israel shall be restored, prophets shall be fulfilled, Lord preparing to bring down justice, warning against mocking Jews, warning against those who claim heavens are sealed |
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Term
| *What factors led to a Zion society? What are the purposes of a Zion society? |
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Definition
| wicked destroyed, people had believing hearts, spiritual effects of Lords ministry |
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Term
| *What characteristics of a Zion society are mentioned in the chapter? |
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Definition
| all converted unto the Lord, all things in common among them (no rich or poor), no contentions or disputations, disciples of Christ went around performing miracles, a very happy people without sin; based upon hearts of the people--unity is essential |
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Term
| What were the symptoms of the slide? |
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Definition
| Revolting from the true church of God; creation of factions, a lack of unity and harmony |
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Term
| What do we learn about Mormon from chapter 1? |
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Definition
| Was destined from the age of 10 to be the keeper/recorder of the plates (was a very sober child, quick to observe); visited by the Lord @ 15; @ age 24 took the plates, recorded his people’s history; VERY righteous servant of the Lord |
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| What spiritual blessings did Mormon receive? |
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Definition
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Term
| Why wasn’t Mormon permitted to preach? |
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Definition
| The people had wilfully rebelled against God; they had hardened their hearts |
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Term
| What happened as a result of the wickedness of the people? |
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Definition
| The people tried to bury their treasures, but the earth would not hold them--> Spirit was withdrawn |
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Term
| What special honor was conferred upon Mormon? |
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Definition
| Appointed Leader of the Nephite army (@ 16 yrs) |
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Term
| What evidence do we have that the Lord had withdrawn his protection? |
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Definition
| The people are literally losing the war, thousands of men are being killed |
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Term
| Why did the Nephites begin to repent? Can we be sorry for the wrong reason? |
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Definition
| They began to repent because the Lord would not allow them to be happy in their sins; they began to curse God. YES, we can be sorry for the wrong reason. |
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Term
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Definition
| Being truly repentant of one’s sins even to the point that one has no desire to sin or to commit the same sins |
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Term
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Definition
| In being righteous and having charity, the Lord will lift us up at the last day to live with Him again. I think it means that we will be lifted up into a better state, a fuller state of happiness and peace. |
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Term
| How did Mormon rally his people? |
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Definition
| He encouraged them to stand boldly before the Lamanites and fight for their wives, children, and homes |
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Term
| Why was Mormon now given permission to preach? |
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Definition
| The Lord was offering the Nephites his protection if they came unto Him and repented and were baptized, but they didn’t :( (this shows us that the Lord is willing to give His children multiple chances to repent before he sends his judgments upon us. He is very merciful.) |
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Term
| *What terrible mistake did the Nephites make? |
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Definition
-Boasted of their own strength
-Began to wage war w/o authorization
-Sought vengeance and swore oaths of vengeance |
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Term
| *What is the real problem with a war of vengeance? |
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Definition
-Men lose the spirit
-Thus they lose their protection
-Then they become even more wicked |
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Term
| Why did Mormon resign as the general? |
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Definition
-Wickedness of people
-Abominations
-Hardness of hearts
-Failed to repent
-Taking revenge |
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Term
| *What does Mormon tell us of the Judgment? |
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Definition
-The Lord calls witnesses to the evils of the world.
-Twelve tribes to be judged according to their works by the Jerusalem Twelve.
-Remnant of Lehi’s people to be judged by Nephite Twelve.
-Nephite Twelve to be in turn judged by Jerusalem Twelve.
-All mankind will be judged by Jesus Christ as to whether their works are good or evil.
-All are invited to believe in Christ and His gospel. Jews are to have additional witnesses that Jesus is the Christ and Jehovah.
-All must prepare for the Judgment. |
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Term
| Why were the Nephites smitten?(MRM) |
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Definition
| Because they had gone up to war against the Lamanites. If it had been the other way around, the Lamanites would not have had power over them |
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Term
| *How does the Lord often use the wicked? |
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Definition
| As examples of what not to do, what attitude to not have; he uses the wicked to punish the wicked |
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Term
| *What are the effects of an unrighteous war? |
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Definition
| Death, carnage, loss, unhappiness |
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Term
| Why did Mormon agree to lead his people again? |
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Definition
| They had hope in Mormon, they thought that he could deliver them from their afflictions. |
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Term
| *What is Mormon’s message concerning wars? |
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Definition
-Hidden acts will be made known
-Gentiles have role in assisting House of Israel
-Repentance would have prevented damage on both sides
-Record of the BOM will be hidden to come forth in due time
-BOM record which will come forth will:
-Persuade jews that Jesus is the Christ. One of the purposes of the BOM. They will begin to believe before the 2nd coming.
-Permit the Father to restore Jews and House of Israel to lands and inheritance
-Lamanites will be converted by BOM which is brought to them by the Gentiles
-Prior to gathering the Lamanites are scattered and oppressed |
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Term
| What warning does Mormon leave with the Gentiles? |
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Definition
Repent from evil ways
-Be humble--acknowledge God’s power
-If we don’t repent we will be destroyed |
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Term
| How great were the casualties? |
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Definition
| Huge. They’re hard to fathom. Casualties in latter-day wars pale in comparison |
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Term
| What other people had been destroyed at Cumorah? |
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Definition
| nephites and the jaredites |
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Term
| What were Mormon’s lamentations? |
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Definition
| How could they have parted from the ways of the Lord? How could you have rejected Jesus? O that ye had repented before this great destruction! |
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Term
| What counsel does Mormon offer to the Lamanites of latter days? |
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Definition
| Repent, be baptized, lay hold upon the gospel of Christ, live a righteous life so that ye may live with Christ again. |
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Term
| What does Mormon say about the Book of Mormon? How is the warning relevant to anti-Mormons today? |
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Definition
| Believe the book of Mormon. It is written that the world will know that the Bible is true. |
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Term
| Who is the author of Mormon Chap 8? |
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Definition
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Term
| *Were there any Nephite survivors? |
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Definition
| Yes, God will not suffer that the Gentiles will utterly destroy the mixture of their seed which are among thy brethren |
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Term
| What does Moroni say about the 3 Nephites? |
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Definition
| They are upon the face of the land, though he does not know where, and they are the only ones left (along w/Moroni) of the Nephites |
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Term
| *What condition did the Lord impose upon the use of the plates? |
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Definition
| That no man will have them to get gain, but the record contained upon the plates is of great worth. |
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Term
| *What prophecies are made as to when the Book of Mormon shall come forth? |
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Definition
| It shall come in a day when the blood of Saints shall cry unto the Lord b/c of secret combinations. The power of God shall be denied. Churches will become defiled. |
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Term
| What does Moroni have to say to unbelievers in our day? |
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Definition
| That they don’t believe in Christ. That God provides no more revelations. That God works miracles no more. That they deny the tithewords of God. |
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Term
| *How does Moroni handle the argument that different times demand different standards or principles? |
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Definition
| God is unchanging and He still has power to work miracles. Salvation comes only through Jesus Christ. |
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Term
| *Why had miracles ceased? |
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Definition
| If miracles have ceased it is not b/c God lost his power, it is b/c man is wicked and has departed from God and His ways. |
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Term
| What is the hope of the world? |
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Definition
| Christ, the Atonement and the mercy it provides |
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Term
| *What signs follow true believers? |
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Definition
| What signs follow true believers? |
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Term
| What counsel does Moroni offer us? |
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Definition
| Doubt not, be believing. Come unto christ wholeheartedly. Work out your salvation with fear and trembling. Be wise in morality. Strip yourself of all uncleanliness. Pray. Serve God and do so worthily. Don’t be baptized or partake of the sacrament unworthily. Endure to the end. |
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Term
| Why do we have a record of the Jaredites inasmuch as they are not Lehi’s people? |
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Definition
2nd witness lessons
Jaredites are important too
Expedient that all should know what is written
on the 24 plates in the wilderness
1700 years of jaredite history |
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Term
| *What 2nd witness lessons do we learn from the record? |
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Definition
-Jesus is the Christ
-There is safety in following the prophets
-If you keep the commandments, you will prosper
-Conditions for living in the promised land
-A warning against secret combinations
-Faith which leads to knowledge
-A witness and a warning
-Another voice crying from the dust to be more wise |
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Term
| In what ways were the civilizations similar? |
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Definition
-Both were led to Promised Land by the Lord
-Both were commanded to keep a written record
-Both prospered so long as they were righteous
-Both fell into pride and wickedness
-Both rejected the prophets who were sent to call the people to repentance
-Both were destroyed
-Both evidence the dangers that secret combinations represent |
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Term
| *What is missing from the Jaredite record? Why? |
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Definition
| The name of the Brother of Jared. Do we even know why it’s missing? ----- |
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Term
| Where did the Jaredites come from? |
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Definition
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Term
| How did the Brother of Jared develop and change? Can we also spiritually develop? |
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Definition
| His faith grew to be so strong in the Lord that he requested of the Lord that he would show himself unto him, and the Lord did because of his great faith. |
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Term
| What lessons do we learn about prayer? |
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Definition
-God answers prayers
-God answers prayers for friends
-God responds to persistent prayers
-The lord is displeased when we fail to pray |
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Term
| What is the name of the Brother of Jared? |
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Definition
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Term
| *What specific promises are attached to America? |
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Definition
-Those that possessed the land must serve God or be swept off the land
-Land of Promise
-Wrath of Lord would visit evil civilizations which possessed the land
-Nation which possessed land would be free of bondage and captivity
-Free from dominion by other nations
-It would be a land of liberty
-It would never be brought into captivity
-The people would prosper in the land
-Other nations would be kept away
-None would come to molest.
-People would be blessed upon the land
-The people shall dwell safely on the land forever. |
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Term
| What warning is contained within Ether 2? |
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Definition
“These passages of scripture from the Book of Mormon are true; this nation is not exempt, and the people, if they continue to pursue the course of evil and ungodliness that they are now treading, shall eventually be punished. If the continue to disregard the warning voice of the Lord, deny their Redeemer, turn from his Gospel unto fables and false theories, and rebel against all that he has through his servants in this day declared for the salvation of man; and if they increase in the practice of iniquity, I want to say to you, that if they do these things, the judgment of the Lord will come upon this land, and this nation will not be saved; we will not be spared from war, from famine, from pestilence and finally from destruction, as a nation.
“Therefore I call upon the people, not only latter-day saints but to all throughout the whole land, to repent of their sins and to accept the Lord Jesus Christ, who is our Redeemer and the God of this land. Turn from your evil ways, repent of your sins and receive the fullness of the gospel through the waters of baptism and obedience, that the judgment which shall be poured out upon the ungodly may pass you by.” |
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Term
| What did the Lord command to be built? What did they look like? |
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Definition
| barges that looked like dishes |
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Term
| *How is the journey a type? |
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Definition
Whale in the midst of the sea - Mortality
The mountain waves shall dash upon you - Trials and troubles
I will bring you up again - Lord’s support
Winds have gone forth out of my mouth - There are purposes for our trials and afflictions.
Floods which shall come forth - Future trials
Verse 17. Being tight like unto a dish - Keeping the world out.
3:4. Light out of rocks as we travel - Travel by faith
Verse 23. No windows - Travel by faith, look to God and live |
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Term
| How many vessels were prepared? |
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Definition
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Term
| How was the light problem solved? |
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Definition
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Term
| *What are the effects of the Fall? |
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Definition
| Man cast out of God’s presence, Man subject to age and infirmities, Man now accountable for their actions, Man must work with his hands |
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Term
| *How can we obtain a blessing from God? |
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Definition
-Do all that you can first
-Humble yourselves before the Lord
-Ask specifically what you desire and need
-Ask in faith |
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Term
| Why did the Brother of Jared fall down? |
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Definition
| Saw the finger of the Lord and feared that the Lord might hit him, b/c he didn’t know that the Lord had flesh and blood. |
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Term
| *What is the relationship between faith and knowledge? Are they mutually exclusive? |
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Definition
| Faith is not to have a perfect knowledge. If one has a knowledge, there is no need for faith. They are not mutually exclusive--faith can turn into knowledge; faith can be made manifest, can become knowledge |
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Term
| *What is promised to those who believe? Eth4 |
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Definition
| To those who believe--he will visit with the manifestations of his Spirit, and they shall know and bear record. |
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Term
| To whom is Moroni addressing ETH5? |
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Definition
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Term
| *How did the experience of the 3 witnesses differ from that of the 8 witnesses? |
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Definition
The Three Witnesses: heard the voice of the Lord, an angel showed them the Plates (they didn’t necessarily handle the Plates themselves)
The Eight Witnesses: actually handled the plates with their own hands |
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Term
*How did the people ensure their safety while at sea?
Contrast their journey with Lehi’s journey. |
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Definition
-Made accommodations for light and air. They outfitted their vessels with food and supplies.
-Trusted that the Lord would protect them throughout their dangerous journey.
-Constantly prayed for the Lord’s protection.
-Thankful. Constantly singing praises of the Lord for his guidance and protection. |
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Term
| *What did the people do when they safely arrived? |
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Definition
| Humbled themselves before the Lord in gratitude for the safety he had provided them with during their long journey |
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Term
| What unrighteous thing did the people desire? Why? |
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Definition
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Term
| What is the problem with kings and queens? |
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Definition
| -The people rejected God in choosing a king. They sometimes exercise unrighteous dominion |
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Term
| What was the consequence of the people demanding a king? |
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Definition
-God will not hear the pleas of the people who are paying a price for their sins.
-Conscription for military service
-Compulsory labor for the state.
-Conscription included men, women, and animals.
-The state expropriated property
-The state demanded a tax or a tithe. Notice that the king had substituted himself for God in demanding a tithe. |
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Term
| *What modern warning do we have about the dangers of power concentrated in one person? |
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Definition
That a son will fight against his father.
That a son would enslave his father in order to gain power.
That a brother will fight against a brother.
That in order to regain power a father is willing to prostitute his daughter.
A son is willing to kill his father to regain the kingdom.
Man is willing to enter into secret oaths with Satan in order to gain and keep power. |
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Term
| What does the chapter tell us about man and political power? ETH8 |
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Definition
-That a son will fight against his father
-That a son would enslave his father in order to gain power
-That a brother will fight against a brother
-That in order to gain power a father is willing to prostitute his daughter |
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Term
| Who is Jared and how does he fit into the story? ETH8 |
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Definition
| He had rebelled against his father so that he might obtain the kingdom. |
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Term
| What wicked plan did his daughter have? ETH8 |
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Definition
| She would dance before the son of Akish, he would desire her to wife, Akish would ask Jared for permission to marry his daughter and he would say “yes, but only if you bring me the head of your father [the king].” And this happened. |
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Term
| *What do we learn about secret combinations from the chapter? ETH8 |
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Definition
-Secret combinations are most abominable in the eyes of God
-Activities of combinations are contrary to will of God
-Satan has spread their oaths and covenants among all people.
-Secret combos have destroyed two great civilizations on the American Continent
-Any nation which upholds secret combos will be destroyed by the Lord |
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Term
| What cycles of behavior did the people experience?ETH9 |
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Definition
-People reject the prophets
-The spirit of the Lord is withdrawn from the people
-Destruction of the people follows |
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Term
| How did the Lord attempt to counteract the wickedness? |
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Definition
-He sent prophets
-He sent a drought and a famine
-Serpents were loosed |
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Term
| *What similarities do you see between King Noah and King Riplakish? |
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Definition
-He was immoral like Noah
-He taxed the people heavily like Noah
-He built spacious buildings like Noah
-He glutted himself on the work of others like Noah
-He killed his enemies and his family was finally killed by his own people. |
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Term
| What was the nature of the people at this point?ETH10 |
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Definition
-Industrious
-Worked ore
-Had silks and linens
-Made tools
-They were exceedingly blessed people |
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Term
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Definition
| Faith= a hope in things which are not seen |
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Term
| *What are the effects of faith? Why is it so essential? |
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Definition
| Faith produces miracles. If we don’t have faith, we don’t have a foundation in the gospel of Christ |
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Term
| *What is the relationship between faith, hope, and charity? |
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Definition
| Faith produces hope which then produces charity |
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Term
| *How do we define hope and charity? |
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Definition
Hope=an anchor to the souls of men, a hope in better things to come
Charity=comes of hope, pure love of Christ |
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Term
| What must we have to come unto Christ? |
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Definition
| Faith, Hope, and especially CHARITY |
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Term
| *What is the Heavenly Gift? |
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Definition
| The Plan of Salvation/Gospel of Christ, the power to overcome sin/the ability to become clean and be in the presence of God |
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Term
| What is the divine purpose of weakness? |
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Definition
| To bring men unto God. Weaknesses bring men to God, and as they humble themselves before him, He will make weak things become strong unto them. |
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Term
What is the New Jerusalem?
What information about it are we given? |
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Definition
A holy city, a sanctuary of the Lord
It will be on the American continent, the inhabitants will be pure and righteous, and it will stand until the earth is celestialized at the end of the Millenium |
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Term
| *What are the 3 great cities of the last days? |
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Definition
| Jerusalem of Old (rebuilt), Zion (or City of Enoch), and New Jerusalem |
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Term
| What curse came upon the land? Why?ETH14 |
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Definition
| Due to the great iniquity of the people, the land was cursed. If anyone tried to put their tool or sword on the shelf/wherever he would keep it, when they tried to find it the next day, it would no longer be there |
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Term
| What was so unusual about the final Jaredite battle? |
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Definition
| even women and children were armed and sent to war |
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Term
| How many were killed in the Jaredite war? |
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Definition
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Term
| *Why were the kings the last to fall? |
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Definition
| tradition of war in that culture. the king must not die. everyone else can go first, but the king must not be killed. wars were a personal battle between kings. |
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Term
| Why do you suppose Moroni added the information concerning the ordinances and covenants? |
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Definition
| They are necessary for the administration of the Sacrament. The exact prayers are not in the Bible. |
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Term
| What are the purposes of ordinances and covenants? |
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Definition
God has commanded that they be followed
· They are legal means of accomplishing, in an orderly fashion, God’s purposes
· We renew our covenants b/c we are sinful
· They are an effective teaching technique for symbolically portraying what happens
· They serve as a witness of spiritual agreements
· They work |
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Term
| What is the requirement of partaking of the ordinances and covenants? |
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Definition
| That one must be worthy. That the administration of ordinances and covenants be with the correct/proper authority from God. |
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Term
| What do we learn from the instruction concerning ordinations?MNI3 |
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Definition
We need to call upon the Father in prayer
· Pray in the name of Christ
· State the purpose of the ordination
· Pronounce a blessing
· Close w/amen |
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Term
| *How is the Holy Ghost involved in ordinances? |
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Definition
| The Holy Ghost is necessary to make and to organize the Priesthood, that no man can be called to fill any office in the ministry w/o it. |
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Term
What do we promise on the blessing of the bread in Sacrament?
What does the Lord promise in return? |
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Definition
That we will remember Christ and do those things that will keep us worthy of his Spirit; that we will keep our baptismal (and other) covenants.
That we may always have his Spirit to be with us. |
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Term
| What do we need to do to prepare ourselves to partake of the Sacrament? |
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Definition
| Be in the right mindset. Keep our thoughts on Christ. We must be worthy to partake of the Sacrament. |
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Term
| *What are the requirements for baptism? |
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Definition
Complete immersion under the water, done by one with the correct authority.
· Bringing forth fruit meet for repentance
· Having a broken heart and a contrite spirit
· Witnessing before the Church that they truly repented of all their sins
· Taking upon themselves the name of Christ
· Having a determination to serve Him to the end |
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Term
| *How is Christ the finisher of our faith? |
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Definition
| our faith is possible because of: Knowledge of God. Verse 22.Ministering of angels, which is one way that knowledge and authority of God comes. Verses 22, 25. Reality of Christ. Verse 22.Prophets of God. Verse 23. |
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Term
| Why do we hold disciplinary councils |
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Definition
1. Assist the member in the repentance process.
2. Protect the sacred name of the Church
3. To clear the innocent who is falsely accused. |
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Term
| How important are motives? |
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Definition
| motives are important because good works performed “grudgingly” are counted as evil before the Lord |
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Term
| How do we know that which comes of God from that which comes from Satan? |
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Definition
| everything that inviteth to do good, and to love God and serve Him, and persuade to believe in Christ are good and of God; that which persuades to do evil, and deny Christ is of the devil |
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Term
| *What makes faith possible? |
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Definition
knowledge of God
ministering of angels brings knowledge and authority
believe in the reality of Christ
prophets of God testify of Christ |
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Term
| *What are the rights of mercy? |
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Definition
| Christ has reason to ask the Father to give us mercy since He experienced all of our grief and pain over our sins. He can relate to the anguish we feel. |
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Term
| What does Mormon teach us of miracles? |
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Definition
| Miracles have not ceased to exist, the day of miracles is still upon us. He knew that would be one of the arguments against the BOM/the Restored Gospel in the latter days. |
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Term
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Definition
| they show themselves to those of strong faith to minister unto them, to call men to repentance, to fulfill and do the work of the covenants of God, prepare the way by declaring the words of Christ to those who would accept the gospel |
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| *Why is faith so essential? |
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Definition
| it is by faith that miracles are performed and angels appear unto men, no faith means no salvation |
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Term
| What are the purposes of Charity? |
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Definition
Motivates us to service and doing good
· Gift of the Spirit designed to purify and cleanse the soul
· As a result we become more like God and see things as they really are |
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Term
| What is being “past feeling?” |
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Definition
| Being past the point where you can no longer “feel” or hear the promptings of the Holy Ghost or the Light of Christ |
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Term
| How was the level of depravity among the Nephites and Lamanites described? |
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Definition
killed men, women, and children
feed flesh of slain to family members
deprive survivors of water
rape captives
torture and murder captives and devour their flesh
no provisions for widows, elderly, allow them to starve
without civilization
without order
delight in evil and perversion
without principle and are past feeling |
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Term
| What is the basic 4 step formula for knowing the truth about the Book of Mormon? |
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Definition
Read these things-->
Ponder these things in your heart-->
Ask God w/sincere heart and real intent-->
He will make manifest unto you the truthfulness of these things via the Holy Ghos |
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Term
What are the gifts of the Spirit listed in the chapter?MNI10
How can we acquire them? |
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Definition
May teach the word of wisdom, may teach words of knowledge; exceedingly great faith; gifts of healing; may work mighty miracles, ability to prophesy concerning all things, able to behold angels; all kinds of tongues, interpretations of languages
Every good gift cometh of Christ; these gifts come by the Spirit of Christ (soooo, righteousness?) |
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| What is Moroni’s closing counsel and invitation? |
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Definition
| Come unto Christ and be perfected in him; touch no unclean thing, deny yourselves of all ungodliness |
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