Come, Follow Me Daily Study Guide for the week of December 30-January 5, covering Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon. Begin your preparation to teach by reading the Book of Mormon’s title page and introduction; the testimonies of the Three Witnesses, the Eight Witnesses, and the Prophet Joseph Smith; and “A Brief Explanation about the Book of Mormon.”. The Book of Mormon is not just a history of ancient American civilizations. What Was Jerusalem Like in Lehi’s Time? “The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?” In this general conference address, President Russell M. Nelson asks us to consider the value we place on the Book of Mormon and the many ways it has blessed our lives. Introduction Ideas. 2. The Book of Mormon is a volume of holy scripture comparable to the Bible. One of the primary purposes of the Book of Mormon is to persuade us to believe in Jesus Christ and come unto Him and be saved. “December 30–January 5. Come Follow Me Don’t Miss This Newsletters are being delivered today!Intro to the Book of Mormon!! The Translation of the Book of Mormon: A Marvel and a Wonder, The Power of Deliverance: Why Nephi Killed Laban, Come, Follow Me: Book of Mormon—Support Articles and Activities, ”In the Wisdom of Him Who Knoweth All Things”, It’s Where I’m Headed, Not Where I’ve Been, Three Things to Remember before You Judge, Getting Back on the Path after My Unplanned Pregnancy, Going “All In”: My Journey Back to the Gospel, Shame versus Guilt: Help for Discerning God’s Voice from Satan’s Lies, How the Book of Mormon Opened the Heavens for Me, Digital Only: Young Adults and the Ongoing Restoration, Guided by the Spirit, before I Even Knew It, Come, Follow Me: Book of Mormon—Support Articles and Activities. What do each of these names suggest to you about the Father’s plan? The plan of salvation is Heavenly Father’s plan to help His children become exalted, as He is, and experience the joy He feels (see 2 Nephi 2:25–26). Each of Joseph’s scribes testified that God’s power was manifest in the translation of this sacred work. The Holy Ghost can testify to you that the Book of Mormon is true, even if you haven’t seen the golden plates as the Three Witnesses and Eight Witnesses did. Use them individually, in your family study, and in your Sunday School classes to dive deeper into the doctrines presented in The Book of Mormon. 5). John W. The Book of Mormon Strengthens Faith. After you’ve studied the scripture passages for this week and reviewed the questions and activities in the manual, consider sharing any of the following articles and activities with your family. Joseph saw in these stones the English interpretation of the characters on the plates, and he read the translation aloud while a scribe recorded it. President Russell M. Nelson said, “I promise that as you ponder what you study [in the Book of Mormon], the windows of heaven will open, and you will receive answers to your own questions and direction for your own life” (“The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017, 62–63). The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It? Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon,” Come, Follow Me—For Individuals and Families: 2020. What is in these pages? What would happen if we did not have the Book of Mormon? 1: Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon Interesting Points about the Text, Structure, and Messages of the Title Page Welcome to your renewed study of the Book of Mormon. In Joseph Smith’s account, what evidence do we find that God was involved in the bringing forth of the Book of Mormon? Teach the Doctrine: Younger Children. It contains “the fulness of the everlasting gospel” (introduction to the Book of Mormon), and God Himself directed its coming forth—how it was written, how it was preserved, and how it was made available in our day. “Daddy, Donna, and Nephi.” In this hidden gem of an article from the September 1976 Ensign, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles helps us see that when we start asking questions, the Book of Mormon comes alive. What Plain and Precious Truths Were Restored by the Book of Mormon? You’ll notice I’ve rearranged the helps. A keystone is a wedge-shaped stone at the top of an arch that locks the other stones together. What Does the Fruit in Lehi’s Vision Symbolize? Introduction to the Book of Mormon, paragraph 6. In this podcast, we will examine the Book of Mormon verses that are unique to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and compare them to the Bible. Consider also the blessings you have seen in your life that have come as a result of the Book of Mormon. Abstract: Robert Smith makes the case that “poetic art in the Book of Mormon is highly developed” — you just need to have the eye to recognize it. Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon: ‘Another Testament of Jesus Christ,’” Come, Follow Me—For Individuals and Families: Book of Mormon 2020 (2020), “December 30–January 5. This is the story before the story. How will each family member participate? A clear understanding of its various parts and how they fit together is essential to understanding the issues pertaining to its historical and religious claims. Sunday, December 29, 2019 Come Follow Me: Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon (December 30-January 5) I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and week. These additional resources selected by the Church magazines staff can assist you as you strive to teach the gospel in your home. One of the primary purposes of the Book of Mormon is to persuade us to believe in Jesus Christ and come unto Him and be saved. FairMormon Conference Presentations to go with the “Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon” Come Follow Me Lesson January 5, 2020 by Trevor Holyoak This is a little late, but it came to me while sitting in Gospel Doctrine today that we have had several good FairMormon Conference presentations over the years that go along with today’s lesson. Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon: “Another Testament of Jesus Christ”. Book of Mormon 01 – Introductory Pages Scheduled for study Dec. 30-January 5, 2020. Recommended Resources Learn about the Book of Mormon with verse by verse commentaries from renowned Book of Mormon scholars like John W. Welch and Brant A. Gardner.