If a student uses the phrase: “the scriptures say” or “the prophets say’, consider if you can take the opportunity to teach students the importance of being able to find and read a scripture during a discussion. It’s best to have scriptures memorized, but if not, teach students how to find scriptures quickly in a pinch. This skill is an absolute MUST for future missionaries and really any person in the church.
Ask the student if they can show the class where the prophet or scripture is that says that thing. Then help them find it, or gently correct their mistake.
VARIATION: During a discussion on the word of wisdom in Daniel 1, I asked students to find a scripture reference to prove THAT God gives blessings to the obedient or WHY He does so, or HOW he blesses the obedient. They all found such great scripture references for this. I was shocked. Only a few came up with D&C 89:18-21, which was the one I used.
Great for: Mission preparation
Class size: Any class size
Helps Students: SHARE feelings, thoughts, or personal experiences
Prep Time: No advance preparation necessary
Student Age: Any age
Equipment needed:
