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BOOK OF MORMON
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BOOK OF MORMON
Lesson 43: November 2-8, 2020
Mormon 7-9
“I Speak unto You as If Ye Were Present”
Discussion Topics (activities below) ⇓
PRIMARY – HOME
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• The Book of Mormon and the Bible both testify of Jesus Christ.
• I can choose the right even when I feel alone.
• God is “a God of miracles.”
INDIVIDUALS & FAMILIES
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• I must believe in Jesus Christ and “lay hold” upon His gospel.
• The Book of Mormon is of great worth.
• The Book of Mormon is written for our day.
SUNDAY SCHOOL / SEMINARY – TEENS
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• The Book of Mormon is of great worth.
• We can be faithful even when we are alone.
• The Book of Mormon was written for our day.
Lesson 43 Scripture Scholars
Week’s Scripture Scholars BOOKMARKS & scripture POP-UP Includes:
• BOOKMARKS with Come, Follow Me scriptures to read and discuss topics for Primary and Individuals and Families. Also, for Sunday School (teens).
• POP-UP to glue in scripture binding next to scripture you underline.
EXTRA ITEMS (not included) … THERE’S MORE:
• STAMP. Award readers with a STAMP for the week’s scripture reading. See below to find matching STAMPS.
• STAMP KEEPER. These can be placed on the STAMP KEEPER (see below) where you can collect 50 stamps for the year.
Lessons 42-46 Scripture Scholars
November’s BUNDLE of BOOKMARKS, POP-UPs, and STAMPS. Glue STAMPS onto the STAMP KEEPER (below).
November STAMPS
For NOVEMBER Lessons 42-46 (Book of Mormon). STAMPS to award scripture readers for reading scriptures on the BOOKMARKS. Place these on the STAMP KEEPER (found below/right)
LESSON LIFESAVER Activities
LESSON 43 “I SPEAK UNTO YOU AS IF I WERE PRESENT” SUBJECTS:
• TWO TESTAMENTS OF JESUS CHRIST
• STAND FOR THE RIGHT
• GOD’S MIRACLES
• GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST
• BOOK OF MORMON IS FOR US
(over 100 activities to choose from) ⇓
. . . TWO TESTAMENTS OF JESUS CHRIST . . .
The Book of Mormon and the Bible both testify of Jesus Christ.
Mormon taught that the Book of Mormon was written to help us believe the Bible and that those who believe the Bible will believe the Book of Mormon.
DOWNLOAD Two Testaments of Jesus Christ puzzle Post-and-Present Activity (HERE or below).
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Show the children the title page of the Book of Mormon, and point to the words of the title as you read it, emphasizing the word another. Help the children think of other books of scripture that teach us about Jesus. Show them that the Bible has the Old Testament and the New Testament. Help the children say “Old Testament, New Testament” when you point to the Bible and “Another Testament” when you point to the Book of Mormon.
DOWNLOAD “Which Standard Works?” scripture match game (HERE or below). -
Display a world map or the activity page for this outline, along with a Bible and Book of Mormon. Use these items to teach the children that the Bible is a record of Jesus’s teachings in and around Jerusalem and the Book of Mormon is a record of His teachings in the Americas.
DOWNLOAD the Scripture Specs (with Bible and Book of Mormon frames – HERE, shown below/right) -
Choose several events and truths that both the Bible and the Book of Mormon testify of, such as Jesus’s birth, death, and Resurrection. Show pictures from the Gospel Art Book that depict these events and truths. Ask the children to describe what they see in the pictures, and tell them that both the Bible and the Book of Mormon teach about these things.
For Older Children
Mormon 7:8–10The Book of Mormon and the Bible both testify of Jesus Christ.
Mormon taught that the “gospel of Christ … shall be set before [us]” in both the Bible and the Book of Mormon. Consider how you will teach the children that both sacred books are important to us.
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Write Mormon 7:9 on the board, but leave blanks in place of the words this and that. Also, write on the board this = the Book of Mormon and that = the Bible. Invite the children to read Mormon 7:9 out loud and use the phrases on the board to fill in the blanks. What do we learn about the Bible and the Book of Mormon from this verse?
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Display a Book of Mormon and a Bible. Share a few stories from each book, showing pictures if available (see the Gospel Art Book). Invite the children to point to the book the story comes from. Why do we need both books?
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Write each word of the eighth article of faith on separate pieces of paper. Give one or two words to each child, and invite the children to work together to put the words in the correct order. Then ask them to repeat the article of faith several times. What does it teach us?
DOWNLOAD Articles of Faith 1:8 scripture poster/card set (HERE or below).
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Moroni Invites All to Come unto Christ | Mormon 8–9; Moroni 1, 10; Title Page | Book of Mormon
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See BOOK OF MORMON WORTH lesson and activities (at the end of this page)
. . . STAND FOR THE RIGHT . . .
I can choose the right even when I feel alone.
Moroni was the last righteous Nephite, but he stayed true to his testimony. Help the children learn from his example.
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Read Mormon 8:3, emphasizing that Moroni was all alone, but he still kept the commandments, including the commandment to finish the Book of Mormon. Share a time when you were faithful even when you felt alone.
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After discussing Moroni’s example, share some scenarios in which a child must decide whether or not to choose the right, even though no one is looking. What would Moroni have done?
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Sing with the children a song about choosing the right, such as “Stand for the Right” (Children’s Songbook, 159). Why is it important to choose the right all the time, even when you are alone?
DOWNLOAD “Stand For the Right” song visuals (HERE or below).I can choose the right even when I feel alone.
Moroni’s determination to “fulfil the commandment of [his] father,” even though his father had died, can inspire the children to obey God’s commandments.
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Read Mormon 8:1–7 with the children, and invite them to share how they would have felt if they had been Moroni. Ask them to look again at verses 1, 3, and 4 to find what Moroni was commanded to do. How did Moroni “fulfil the commandment of [his] father”? How can we be more like Moroni?
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. . . GOD’S MIRACLES . . .
God is “a God of miracles.”
Help the children understand that miracles are important in God’s work and that God will work miracles when His people have faith.
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Explain that a miracle is something God does to show His power and bless our lives (see Bible Dictionary, “Miracles”). Read words and phrases from Mormon 9:11–13, 17 that describe some of God’s miracles. Help the children think of other miracles found in the scriptures (pictures from the Gospel Art Book, such as nos. 26, 40, 41, and 83, can help). Testify that God worked miracles in ancient times and He still works miracles today.
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Share an experience when you have seen miracles in the Church today or in your own life. Bear your testimony that God is “a God of miracles” (Mormon 9:11)
God is “a God of miracles.”
There are many people today who don’t believe that miracles still happen. Use Moroni’s teachings in these verses to teach the children that when we have faith, we can see God work miracles in our lives.
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Show the children a recipe. What would happen if you left out an essential ingredient? Invite the children to search Mormon 8:24 and 9:20–21 to find the necessary “ingredient” that we must have before God can work miracles. Share examples of miracles—big or small—that you have seen in the Church or in your life. Invite the children to share their own examples.
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Divide the children into two teams. Invite each team to look for examples of miracles in some or all of these scriptures: Mormon 8:24; 9:11–13, 16–18, 21–25. What could we say to someone who thinks miracles don’t happen anymore? (see Mormon 9:9, 15–21).
DOWNLOAD 2 Nephi 27:23 “God of miracles” scripture poster/card set (HERE or below).
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. . . GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST . . .
Mormon 7
Mormon invites the Lamanites of the latter days to believe in Christ, accept His gospel, and be saved—All who believe the Bible will also believe the Book of Mormon.
I must believe in Jesus Christ and “lay hold” upon His gospel.
Mormon’s last recorded words, found in Mormon 7, are addressed to the latter-day descendants of the Lamanites, but they contain truths that are for all of us. What does Mormon’s message teach you about Jesus Christ and His gospel? Why might Mormon have chosen this message to conclude his writings?
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. . . BOOK OF MORMON IS FOR US . . .
Mormon 7:8–10; 8:12–22; 9:31–37
The Book of Mormon is of great worth.
President Russell M. Nelson asked: “If you were offered diamonds or rubies or the Book of Mormon, which would you choose? Honestly, which is of greater worth to you?” (“The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017, 61). See the video below.
Mormon and Moroni knew the record they were keeping would be of great worth in our day, so they made great sacrifices to prepare and protect it. As you read Mormon 7:8–10; 8:12–22; and 9:31–37, consider why the record is so valuable in our day. You may find additional insights in 1 Nephi 13:38–41; 2 Nephi 3:11–12; and Doctrine and Covenants 33:16; 42:12–13. What experiences have helped you know that the Book of Mormon is of great worth?
The Book of Mormon was written for our day.
Jesus Christ showed Moroni what would be happening when the Book of Mormon came forth (see Mormon 8:34–35), and what Moroni saw led him to give bold warnings for our day. As you read Mormon 8:26–41 and 9:1–30, ponder whether there are any signs of these attitudes and actions in your life. What could you do differently?
For example, Mormon 9:1–30 contains Moroni’s message in response to the widespread lack of belief in Jesus Christ he foresaw in our day. Consider recording what you learn from his words about the following:
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The consequences of not believing in Christ (verses 1–6, 26)
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The importance of believing in a God of revelation and miracles (verses 7–20)
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Moroni’s counsel for us (verses 21–30)
What do you learn from Moroni that can help you bring others closer to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ?
The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?
Enjoy these “TREASURE” activities to help teach that The Book of Mormon is of great worth.
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