To help the you understand that the gospel of Jesus Christ is
eternal and is based on truths that will help us gain exaltation.
Purpose
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Will this be different if I keep it a month? a year? Will it
change if the hot sun shines on it for a week? Will it change if I
keep it in water for a week? Will it change if I step on it?
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Will this be different if I keep it a month? a year? Will it
change if the hot sun shines on it for a week? Will it change if I
keep it in water for a week? Will it change if I step on it?
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Some things around us change and some do not. Think of other
examples of things that change and things that do not.
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The gospel of Jesus Christ existed before the creation of the
earth to give us the opportunity to become like Heavenly Father,
and it is part of his plan for us. See Mosiah 3:17 Mosiah
3:17Mosiah 3:17 The gospel that Adam and Eve received after they
ate the forbidden fruit and became mortal is the same gospel we
have today.
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What did angels teach Adam and Eve? See Moses 5:58 Moses
5:58Moses 5:58 Why do you think we are taught the same gospel that
Adam and Eve were taught? The gospel is based on unchanging,
eternal truths.
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Why did Adam and Eve need the gospel of Jesus Christ? See Moses
6:4852, 57 See Moses 6:4852, 57Moses 6:4852, 57Moses 6:4852, 57 Why
do we all need the gospel? What are the first principles and
ordinances of the gospel?
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We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the
Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second,
Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins;
fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.
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We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the
Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second,
Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins;
fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.
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What principles and ordinances were Adam and Eve taught? See
Moses 6:52 The first principles and ordinances of the gospel were
the same in Adams day as they are today.
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What is the difference between a principle of the gospel and an
ordinance? A principle is a basic doctrine or law. An ordinance is
a sacred ceremony with spiritual meaning that is performed by
someone with priesthood authority.
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What did Adam do that showed he had faith in Jesus Christ? See
Moses 5:46 After Adam learned these teachings, he lived them. How
do we show that we have faith in the Savior?
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How do we know that Adam repented of his transgression in the
Garden of Eden? See Moses 6:53 How can we be forgiven for the wrong
things we do? Why must we repent? See Moses 6:57
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Lets read Moses 6:64 Laid under the water means being immersed
in the water. How are we baptized?
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What was Adam taught about the Holy Ghost? See Moses 6:61 He is
a Comforter, giver of peace, teacher of truth. What did Adam
receive after he was baptized? See Moses 6:6566 How do we receive
the gift of the Holy Ghost? See D&C 20:41 How can the Holy
Ghost help you?
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The Holy Ghost is a member of the Godhead and a personage of
spirit who can help anyone who is worthy. The gift of the Holy
Ghost is the right we receive after baptism, when we are confirmed,
to have the Holy Ghost as a constant companion if we keep our
baptismal covenants. The gift of the Holy Ghost is the right we
receive after baptism, when we are confirmed, to have the Holy
Ghost as a constant companion if we keep our baptismal covenants. A
person may be temporarily guided by the Holy Ghost without
receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost (Gospel Principles, p.
138).
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We need to always have faith in Jesus Christ and obey His
commandments. We need to repent daily. We renew our baptismal
covenants each Sabbath day as we partake of the sacrament. We can
be guided and blessed throughout our life by listening to the
promptings of the Holy Ghost. We can eventually become like
Heavenly Father.
Enrichment Activity 1CelestialKingdomCelestialKingdom We are
all trying to go from Earth Life to the Celestial Kingdom. There
are certain things we must do in order to achieve this goal
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Enrichment Activity 1 Lets look up the following scriptures to
find these key words: 2 Nephi 31:19Faith in Christ 2 Nephi
31:11Repentance 2 Nephi 31:5Baptism 2 Nephi 31:12Receiving the Holy
Ghost 2 Nephi 31:15Enduring to the end Now lets read 2 Nephi
31:1721 What must we do throughout our lives to reach the celestial
kingdom? Our life here on earth is very important.
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Jesus Christ was baptized by immersion, so we are to be
baptized by immersion. My parents were taught to dress modestly and
appropriately, but I should be able to dress any way I want. Adam
and Eve prayed to Heavenly Father, and I pray to Heavenly Father.
Adam and Eve were taught the same principles and ordinances of the
gospel as we have in the fourth article of faith. The Holy Ghost
helped only those people who lived long ago. TrueFalseTrueTrueFalse
Enrichment Activity 2
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The people we read about in the scriptures were taught to have
faith in Jesus Christ, and I am taught to have faith in Jesus
Christ. Adam and Eve repented of their transgressions, so I dont
have to repent when I do wrong. We read about paying tithing in the
scriptures, but that law was only for people who lived long ago.
Jesus Christ taught people to love and serve others, and I have
been taught to love and serve others. TrueFalseFalseTrue Enrichment
Activity 2
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It is a strong belief in Jesus that inspires us to obey His
teachings. When we have faith in Jesus Christ, we not only believe
in Him but we also do what He wants us to do. Enrichment Activity
3
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Repentance is the way provided for us to become free from our
sins and to receive forgiveness for them. To repent, we must feel
sincere sorrow for our sins. We must stop sinning and begin keeping
the commandments. (See Gospel Principles, pp. 12325.) Enrichment
Activity 4
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This is the story of my baptism. Enrichment Activity 5
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What do you remember about your baptism? Enrichment Activity
5
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Receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost is very important. He is
our guide, protector and comforter. Have you or someone you know
been helped by the Holy Ghost? Enrichment Activity 6
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Baptism into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is
just the beginning. We endure to the end and receive eternal life
by obeying the commandments for the rest of our lives. Enrichment
Activity 7
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On the piece of paper I am giving you write down things you can
do throughout your lives that will help you endure to the end. Some
ideas are: Pray Pay tithing Attend church Read the scriptures Serve
others Take your paper home and discuss with your family how you
can help each other endure to the end. Enrichment Activity 7
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When Christ was on the earth, He promised He would send, The
Holy Ghost to comfort us, our true, eternal friend. The Holy Spirit
whispers with a still small voice. He testifies of God and Christ
and makes our hearts rejoice. And when we are confirmed by sacred
priesthood powr, The Holy Ghost is givn to us to guide us evry
hour. Oh, may I always listen to that still small voice. And with
His light Ill do whats right each time I make a choice. Words &
Music: Jeanne P. Lawler, b. 1924; alt. 1977, 1989 IRI Enrichment
Activity 8
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I love Jesus Christ and am very thankful for what He has done
for me. It is very important that we all continue developing faith
in Him and living His gospel, which includes repenting of our sins,
being baptized, receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost, and enduring
to the end by obeying His commandments.
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THE END
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