The Importance of Following Directions
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Jesus Christ is the perfect example for me.
Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. (Matt. 22:39.) One morning while the Prophet Joseph Smith was visiting with a group of men in front of his house in Nauvoo, a man came up and reported that the house of a poor brother who lived some distance from town had burned down the night before. All of the men said they felt sorry for the man. But the Prophet put…
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The Simon/Satan Says Game
How many of us like being told what to do? Yet every time we listen to the adversary, in essence we’re following his commands. ACTIVITY Here the rules to the game “Simon Says/Satan Says” to get started. This is just like the normal “Simon Says” game, with a twist for the second round. 1. Prior to class, prepare at least 9 cards to flash commands at the kids as you…
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Following the shepherd keeps me safe
Study (in advance) John 10:1–18. Tell the children to sit anywhere in the Primary room. Explain that the room is like a sheepfold and their teacher is their “shepherd.” If they will listen and follow their shepherd’s voice, they will learn a lot this year. Have each shepherd call out his/her class by each child’s name. Then have the children follow their shepherd along a path of “danger spots,” such…
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By following Jesus Christ, we will be able to live with Heavenly Father and Jesus again
My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me (John 10:27). “Peter, give me that thumbtack!” The Primary class fell silent, every eye on Peter. He surrendered the thumbtack, protesting, “Jeffrey started it!” Sister Brock glanced at the boy next to Peter. He was sitting quietly with his scriptures open. She turned back to Peter. “Young man,” she scolded, “this is your last warning. I’ll have…
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In the premortal life, I chose to follow Jesus Christ
“Man was also in the beginning with God (D&C 93:29). Choices! Choices! Life is full of choices! Should you wear your blue shirt or your red one? Should you play a game or do your work? Should you watch TV or read a book? Making choices is a very important part of life on earth. Your right to choose was given to you when you lived in Heaven with Heavenly…
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Jesus Christ is the Light of the World
Display the picture of the Savior and read John 8:12: “I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.”. You may also wish to make a sign that says “I am the light of the world” top help students focus on the theme of the object lesson. Bring in several sources or pictures of sources of…
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