Perfecting the Saints — One Lesson at a Time
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/02/24/alma-36-42-the-epistles-of-alma-principles-of-parenting/ In Alma 36-42 we read the advice of Alma to his sons Helaman (Alma 36-37), Shiblon (Alma 38), and Corianton (Alma 39-42). These chapters are an excellent source of information to those who want to practice principles of effective parenting. … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/02/20/alma-30-alma-confronts-korihor/ I teach young people from the Book of Mormon on a regular basis. When I was a young person, anti-Mormon literature was difficult to come by. Today, in the age of the internet, even a member of the Church of … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/02/18/alma-29-life-is-what-you-make-it/ Alma 29 begins with Alma wishing to be an angel. He says, “O that I were an angel, and could have the wish of mine heart, that I might go forth and speak with the trump of God, with a … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/02/12/alma-19-22-trances-in-the-book-of-alma/ Trances in the Book of Alma I remember the first time I read the story of Lamoni in Alma 19 going into a “trance-like” state and thinking, “This is different! What is going on here?” Later we read that Lamoni’s … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/02/12/alma-21-what-didnt-work/ Aaron’s experience in Alma 21 is an illustration that can be used as a comparison to Ammon’s missionary work in Alma 17. While Ammon seeks first to serve, and to understand the people that he is sent to teach, Aaron … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/02/11/alma-14-the-problem-of-evil/ Alma 14 takes us to the situation faced by Alma and Amulek in Ammonihah – they are bound as those that believe in Jesus Christ are gathered and executed by the wicked leaders of the community. Amulek asks Alma if … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/01/29/alma-43-standing-for-truth/ Standing for Truth Alma 43 starts with the conflict in 74 B.C. between the Lamanites and the Nephites where many of the Zoramites defect to the Lamanite side. We read in Alma 43:8-9 the difference between the goals of the … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://seminaryatsixam.blogspot.com/2014/01/pass-it-on-game.html This activity illustrates the importance of written records:I used it to reinforce how important it was that the words King Benjamin taught were written down and sent to those in the far areas who could not hear him as he spoke. What would have been the result had the people verbally passed the word?Use this activity any time you are teaching the blessing and importance of written…
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Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/01/16/alma-1-3/ There is quite a bit going on in Alma 1-3. We are introduced to our second visible anti-Christ, as Nehor enters the stage (Sherem was the first- see Jacob 7). Following his death we read how the Nephites were able … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/01/14/mosiah-27-hope-for-parents-of-wayward-children/ Mosiah 27 usually causes young people to ask questions about those that they love who are not on the gospel path. I like to emphasize that the Lord does not judge us until the Final Judgment, and so it behooves … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/01/14/mosiah-29/ I appreciate the discussion Mosiah sets forth in Mosiah 29 regarding government, responsibility, and his opinion regarding kings and how they tend to limit liberty. In Mosiah 29:13 we read what I would term a fascinating verse: Therefore, if it … Continue reading →
Downloaded from: http://ldsscriptureteachings.org/2014/01/13/mosiah-25-29/ Mosiah 25-29 is a record of what happened in Zarahemla from approximately 120 to 91 B.C. The people of Zeniff’s colony, including Limhi’s people and Alma’s followers, had returned to Zarahemla and were united safely under King Mosiah’s rule. This … Continue reading →
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