Doctrinal Mastery Passages Fall 2024�Doctrine & Covenants / Church History

1^st Term

• JS-H 1:15-20
• D&C 1:30
• D&C 1:37-38
• D&C 6:36
• D&C 8:2-3
• D&C 13:1

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• 1^st Term Quiz
• Slap Jack

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2^nd Term

• D&C 18:10-11
• D&C 18:15-16
• D&C 19:16-19
• D&C 21:4-6
• D&C 29:10-11
• D&C 49:15-17

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• 2^nd Term Quiz

A Little Doctrinal Mastery Explanation

• Each week you can spotlight a Doctrinal Mastery passage and help your students get to know that passage better. This can be done regardless of if you have taught there in the scriptures yet.
• To spotlight a scripture for the week, it takes about 5 minutes each day. I have the class recite the verse in unison each day (first slide). Then do one of the following on different days:
• Ask the class why that verse is important and why it was chosen.
• Share the mnemonic (second slide). See helps to sharing a mnemonic on the next slide. Don’t forget to look at the PPT notes. Great helps there.
• Share the scripture study skill with the Doctrinal Mastery passage.
• Share a scenario and have them discuss or roleplay with their partner (third slide).
• Try to memorize the Doctrinal Mastery passage. (fourth slide)
• A quote to encourage your students in their personal scripture study goal.
• I have broken the Doctrinal Mastery Verses into the 4 terms like your students might experience in the school year and a quiz for each term and semester. Since there is no longer grades in seminary, you can make incentives to help motivate them to learn the key words and references. It also helps for those stakes the have scripture bowls later in the year. I have also included a lot of other helps so look clear through this document. ☺

Steps To Learning Doctrinal Mastery Scriptures and Mnemonics

1. Keep the key words of the scripture in mind (especially the underlined words)
2. Use the notes in the PPT to help your students come up with the answers.
3. Link the key words to an idea or image in the cartoon mnemonic
4. Link the idea to the reference embedded in the cartoon mnemonic
5. Practice with a friend, with them saying the key words, and you giving the reference
6. Give hints from the mnemonic

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Core Credit Scriptures for the Doctrine & Covenants

Spring 2024

• Joseph Smith-History (12 pages)
• D&C 1-4 (7.5 pages)
• D&C 8-10 (6.5 pages)

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• Total: 26 pages

Fall 2024

• D&C 76 (8 pages)
• D&C 84 (8.5 pages)
• D&C 93 (4 pages)
• D&C 110 (1 page)
• D&C 121-123 (6.5 pages)

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• Total: 28 pages

Some Possible Uses:

• Print out a copy for each pair. Have one quiz the other by saying the Scripture Phrase and the other giving the reference. Encourage them to give hints instead of the answers.
• Print and cut out the 6 squares and write the reference on each back. Then have the 6 cards laying out between the two students. Give a clue and the first person to touch the correct card with that reference, gets that card. Person with the most cards wins.

Some Possible Uses:

• Print out a copy for each pair. Have one quiz the other by saying the Scripture Phrase and the other giving the reference. Encourage them to give hints instead of the answers.
• Print and cut out the 6 squares and write the reference on each back. Then have the 6 cards laying out between the two students. Give a clue and the first person to touch the correct card with that reference, gets that card. Person with the most cards wins.

Joseph Smith History 1:15-20

15 After I had retired to the place where I had previously designed to go, having looked around me, and finding myself alone, I kneeled down and began to offer up the desires of my heart to God. I had scarcely done so, when immediately I was seized upon by some power which entirely overcame me, and had such an astonishing influence over me as to bind my tongue so that I could not speak. Thick darkness gathered around me, and it seemed to me for a time as if I were doomed to sudden destruction.

16 But, exerting all my powers to call upon God to deliver me out of the power of this enemy which had seized upon me, and at the very moment when I was ready to sink into despair and abandon myself to destruction—not to an imaginary ruin, but to the power of some actual being from the unseen world, who had such marvelous power as I had never before felt in any being—just at this moment of great alarm, I saw a pillar of light exactly over my head, above the brightness of the sun, which descended gradually until it fell upon me.

17 It no sooner appeared than I found myself delivered from the enemy which held me bound. When the light rested upon me I saw two Personages, whose brightness and glory defy all description, standing above me in the air. One of them spake unto me, calling me by name and said, pointing to the other—This is My Beloved Son. Hear Him!

Joseph Smith History 1:15-20

18 My object in going to inquire of the Lord was to know which of all the sects was right, that I might know which to join. No sooner, therefore, did I get possession of myself, so as to be able to speak, than I asked the Personages who stood above me in the light, which of all the sects was right (for at this time it had never entered into my heart that all were wrong)—and which I should join.

19 I was answered that I must join none of them, for they were all wrong; and the Personage who addressed me said that all their creeds were an abomination in his sight; that those professors were all corrupt; that: “they draw near to me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me, they teach for doctrines the commandments of men, having a form of godliness, but they deny the power thereof.”

20 He again forbade me to join with any of them; and many other things did he say unto me, which I cannot write at this time. When I came to myself again, I found myself lying on my back, looking up into heaven. When the light had departed, I had no strength; but soon recovering in some degree, I went home. And as I leaned up to the fireplace, mother inquired what the matter was. I replied, “Never mind, all is well—I am well enough off.” I then said to my mother, “I have learned for myself that Presbyterianism is not true.” It seems as though the adversary was aware, at a very early period of my life, that I was destined to prove a disturber and an annoyer of his kingdom; else why should the powers of darkness combine against me? Why the opposition and persecution that arose against me, almost in my infancy?

Joseph Smith “saw two Personages, whose brightness and glory defy all description.”

In Joseph Smith’s History the 1^st Vision may have lasted about 15-20 minutes.

Scripture Study Skill�Context

Try to write one sentence that answers all the following five questions. Share with your partner.

• Who appeared?
• To whom did they appear?
• Why did they appear?
• What did they do after they appeared?
• Where in the scriptures is this account found?

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Your friend Brandon is a member of the Church who seems to have become disinterested with anything Church related. After noticing this for a few weeks, you bring it up in a private conversation with him. Brandon shares with you that he recently learned that Joseph Smith used four different firsthand accounts to describe his First Vision. He is concerned because he feels like some of the details in these accounts differ from one another. He now wonders if the First Vision happened at all. He asks, “How can I believe in Joseph Smith and the Restoration if there are different accounts of the First Vision?”

Joseph Smith History 1:15-20

15 After I had retired to the place where I had previously designed to go, having looked around me, and finding myself alone, I kneeled down and began to offer up the desires of my heart to God. I had scarcely done so, when immediately I was seized upon by some power which entirely overcame me, and had such an astonishing influence over me as to bind my tongue so that I could not speak. Thick darkness gathered around me, and it seemed to me for a time as if I were doomed to sudden destruction.

16 But, exerting all my powers to call upon God to deliver me out of the power of this enemy which had seized upon me, and at the very moment when I was ready to sink into despair and abandon myself to destruction—not to an imaginary ruin, but to the power of some actual being from the unseen world, who had such marvelous power as I had never before felt in any being—just at this moment of great alarm, I saw a pillar of light exactly over my head, above the brightness of the sun, which descended gradually until it fell upon me.

17 It no sooner appeared than I found myself delivered from the enemy which held me bound. When the light rested upon me I saw two Personages, whose brightness and glory defy all description, standing above me in the air. One of them spake unto me, calling me by name and said, pointing to the other—This is My Beloved Son. Hear Him!

Joseph Smith History 1:15-20

18 My object in going to inquire of the Lord was to know which of all the sects was right, that I might know which to join. No sooner, therefore, did I get possession of myself, so as to be able to speak, than I asked the Personages who stood above me in the light, which of all the sects was right (for at this time it had never entered into my heart that all were wrong)—and which I should join.

19 I was answered that I must join none of them, for they were all wrong; and the Personage who addressed me said that all their creeds were an abomination in his sight; that those professors were all corrupt; that: “they draw near to me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me, they teach for doctrines the commandments of men, having a form of godliness, but they deny the power thereof.”

20 He again forbade me to join with any of them; and many other things did he say unto me, which I cannot write at this time. When I came to myself again, I found myself lying on my back, looking up into heaven. When the light had departed, I had no strength; but soon recovering in some degree, I went home. And as I leaned up to the fireplace, mother inquired what the matter was. I replied, “Never mind, all is well—I am well enough off.” I then said to my mother, “I have learned for myself that Presbyterianism is not true.” It seems as though the adversary was aware, at a very early period of my life, that I was destined to prove a disturber and an annoyer of his kingdom; else why should the powers of darkness combine against me? Why the opposition and persecution that arose against me, almost in my infancy?

Doctrine & Covenants 1:30

30 And also those to whom these commandments were given, might have power to lay the foundation of this church, and to bring it forth out of obscurity and out of darkness, the only true and living church upon the face of the whole earth, with which I, the Lord, am well pleased, speaking unto the church collectively and not individually—

“The only true and living church”

There is only 1 True and Living Church upon the Earth today. Jesus Christ’s Church was Restored in the year eighteen-30.

Scripture Study Skill�Time – Not Distance

Howard W. Hunter, taught, “… It is better to have a set amount of time to give scriptural study each day than to have a set amount of chapters to read. Sometimes we find that the study of a single verse will occupy the whole time” (in Conference Report, Oct. 1979, 91–92; or Ensign, Nov. 1979, 64).

Diana and Clark are walking to school one morning when Clark turns to Diana and says, “We’ve been good friends for a long time, so don’t take this the wrong way, but why do you Mormons say you belong to the true church? Don’t you think it’s arrogant to say your religion is true and everyone else’s religion is false?” Diana feels surprised by this question and had not considered that saying the Church is true might imply that all other churches are false.

• Discuss with your partner what you think is the intent of Clark’s comment to Diana. How would you summarize his feelings and beliefs?
• Take a few minutes to role-play with your partner how you would respond to Clark’s concern if you were Diana.

Doctrine & Covenants 1:30

30 And also those to whom these commandments were given, might have power to lay the foundation of this church, and to bring it forth out of obscurity and out of darkness, the only true and living church upon the face of the whole earth, with which I, the Lord, am well pleased, speaking unto the church collectively and not individually—

Doctrine & Covenants 1:37-38

37 Search these commandments, for they are true and faithful, and the prophecies and promises which are in them shall all be fulfilled.

38 What I the Lord have spoken, I have spoken, and I excuse not myself; and though the heavens and the earth pass away, my word shall not pass away, but shall all be fulfilled, whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same.

“Whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same.”

The Lord and His Servants speak with 1 Voice.

You can Search these commandments and find that most of their words will be fulfilled by the time you are 37-38 years old.

Scripture Study Skill�Highlighting The Whole Verse

• How to highlight the whole verse so you can still mark parts of the verse later?
• Examples
• Unique verses:
• Doctrinal Mastery?

• Your friend is wondering about what is the big deal about watching General Conference.
• How could this scripture help in this discussion?
• Roleplay the situation using this scripture.
• During a group chat, some of your friends who are members of the Church share various opinions about certain behaviors. Some think they are wrong while others don’t think so because they have not heard the prophet speak directly about them. You know that the prophet actually has spoken about the behaviors they are discussing. You wonder how you should respond.
• Pick a topic in the pamphlet and role play it with the situation above

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Doctrine & Covenants 1:37-38

37 Search these commandments, for they are true and faithful, and the prophecies and promises which are in them shall all be fulfilled.

38 What I the Lord have spoken, I have spoken, and I excuse not myself; and though the heavens and the earth pass away, my word shall not pass away, but shall all be fulfilled, whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same.

Doctrine & Covenants 6:36

36 Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.

“Look unto me in every thought;

doubt not, fear not.”

I also had another Thought: 6 squared equals 36.

I have no Doubt or Fear about that truth.

I wish I could have Every Thought be about Christ.

I only get between 6 to 36 thoughts in an hour.

Scripture Study Skill�Ponderize

Elder D. Todd Christofferson stated, “I see you sometimes reading a few verses, stopping to ponder them, carefully reading the verses again, and as you think about what they mean, praying for understanding, asking questions in your mind, waiting for spiritual impressions, and writing down the impressions and insights that come so you can remember and learn more. Studying in this way, you may not read a lot of chapters or verses… but you will be giving place in your heart for the word of God, and He will be speaking to you.

How many squares do you see?�(Don’t raise your -hand, just say it)

• In our daily lives, endless reports of criminal violence, famine, wars, corruption, terrorism, declining values, disease, and the destructive forces of nature can engender fear and apprehension. Surely we live in the season foretold by the Lord: “And in that day … the whole earth shall be in commotion, and men’s hearts shall fail them” -Doctrine and Covenants 45:26. -David A. Bednar
• What are some other doubts or fears that youth may have besides those mentioned by Elder Bednar?
• How could this verse help?
• What is the difference between asking questions and doubting?
• How does focusing on Jesus Christ make everything better?

Doctrine & Covenants 6:36

36 Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.

Doctrine & Covenants 8:2-3

2 Yea, behold, I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost, which shall come upon you and which shall dwell in your heart.

3 Now, behold, this is the spirit of revelation; behold, this is the spirit by which Moses brought the children of Israel through the Red Sea on dry ground.

After you are baptized and receive the Gift of the Holy Ghost at age 8 , Revelation comes to you in 2 ways:

-Your Mind

-Your Heart

Through the 3^rd Member

of the Godhead.

“I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost

Scripture Study Skill�Annotations

• Topics and Tags in margins
• Pithy (5 words or less?)
• If you are not writing right next to the verse, start your annotation with the verse number
• Electronically -Note
• Annotate Doctrine & Covenants 8:2-3
• Examples

• Explain to a partner how the Holy Ghost might feel as your mind is touched? How might you feel if your heart is touched? Share an experience if you feel comfortable.

How might the following people know if their thoughts are from the Holy Ghost or just random thoughts in their head?

• Kailani’s friends are not always the best influence on her. Lately she has had thoughts that maybe she should try to make new friends who have higher standards.
• Jon keeps having the idea to talk to his mom about some choices he has made that he regrets.
• Lisa has been thinking a lot about getting her patriarchal blessing lately. She wonders if now is the right time.

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Doctrine & Covenants 8:2-3

2 Yea, behold, I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost, which shall come upon you and which shall dwell in your heart.

3 Now, behold, this is the spirit of revelation; behold, this is the spirit by which Moses brought the children of Israel through the Red Sea on dry ground.

Doctrine & Covenants 13:1

1 Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.

“The Aaronic Priesthood “holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism.”

Previously, worthy young men could not receive the Aaronic Priesthood till their 13^th year of life began. Receiving the Priesthood should be a #1 priority for a young man.

Scripture Study Skill�Find a List

• Look for the main teachings in the verse.
• Look for a list.
• Number the list in the scriptures.

• When with a friend, you mention how you missed seeing them at Church. They reply that they had been invited by another friend to go to a different church. When I asked how it went, they said… “It was fun. They have a good pastor. They teach about Jesus Christ and take the sacrament, only they call it communion. I am starting to think as long as I’m trying to get closer to the Lord, it doesn’t matter where I go to church and partake of the sacrament.”
• What ideas might you want to share with them?
• Role play the situation together.

Doctrine & Covenants 13:1

1 Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; and this shall never be taken again from the earth, until the sons of Levi do offer again an offering unto the Lord in righteousness.

Doctrinal Mastery Reference Quiz

1. ____ “The Aaronic Priesthood “holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism.”
2. ____ “I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost.”
3. ____ “Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.”
4. ____ Joseph Smith “saw two Personages, whose brightness and glory defy all description.”
5. ____ “Whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same.”
6. ____ “The only true and living church”

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1. JS-H 1:15-20
2. D&C 1:30
3. D&C 1:37-38
4. D&C 6:36
5. D&C 8:2-3
6. D&C 13:1

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Doctrine & Covenants 18:10-11

10 Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God;

11 For, behold, the Lord your Redeemer suffered death in the flesh; wherefore he suffered the pain of all men, that all men might repent and come unto him.

“The worth of souls is great in the sight of God.”

An 18-year-old young man can see the Worth of Souls to God as a full-time missionary. That is 10 times (even 11 times) better than anything else he can do at that age.

Scripture Study Skill�Marking Parts of a Verse

• Red pen can be nice.
• Don’t let how you mark the whole verse get in the way of marking the smaller parts.

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• You have a friend who has been feeling discouraged lately. When you ask if something is wrong, she is reluctant to tell you, but she eventually admits that she has begun to doubt that God loves her. “Why does God seem to be so mindful of others but does not seem to care about me?”
• In what ways might you encourage your friend to act in faith to resolve her concern?
• How could you use Doctrine and Covenants 18:10–11 to help your friend?
• What other scriptures or statements by prophets and apostles could you encourage your friend to read in order to seek further understanding of her worth to God? (Take a few minutes now to find some scriptures or statements that you might use.)

Doctrine & Covenants 18:10-11

10 Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God;

11 For, behold, the Lord your Redeemer suffered death in the flesh; wherefore he suffered the pain of all men, that all men might repent and come unto him.

Doctrine & Covenants 18:15-16

15 And if it so be that you should labor all your days in crying repentance unto this people, and bring, save it be one soul unto me, how great shall be your joy with him in the kingdom of my Father!

16 And now, if your joy will be great with one soul that you have brought unto me into the kingdom of my Father, how great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!

An 18 year-old young man can see the Great Joy that comes from Bringing Souls Unto Jesus as a full-time missionary. There is also Great Joy when a 15 year-old can take Drivers-Ed, so that when he is 16, he can help Bring Souls to Church in his car.

“How great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!”

Scripture Study Skill�What Does It Teacher About God?

• Look for what the verse(s) teach about the character of God?

• Think about someone you would like to share the gospel with. This could be someone who is not a member of the Church or someone you would like to help become more active in the Church.
• Have you ever experienced joy from sharing gospel teachings with someone else? Why do you think you felt this way?
• Why do you think preaching the gospel is such an important duty?
• What concerns do some people have about sharing the gospel?

Doctrine & Covenants 18:15-16

15 And if it so be that you should labor all your days in crying repentance unto this people, and bring, save it be one soul unto me, how great shall be your joy with him in the kingdom of my Father!

16 And now, if your joy will be great with one soul that you have brought unto me into the kingdom of my Father, how great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!

Doctrine & Covenants 19:16-19

16 For behold, I, God, have suffered these things for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent;

17 But if they would not repent they must suffer even as I;

18 Which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, and to suffer both body and spirit—and would that I might not drink the bitter cup, and shrink—

19 Nevertheless, glory be to the Father, and I partook and finished my preparations unto the children of men.

“I [Jesus Christ], have suffered these things for all.”

Christ Suffered more than anyone. Here on my mission (age 19), I help people repent. I see that missionary work is not suffering; the real suffering can be those dating years (16-19).

Scripture Study Skill�Footnotes

• Not all Footnotes are created equal.
• What do the abbreviations mean?
• TG (not a synonym or definition)
• GR and HEB
• JST
• OR or IE
• Marking the superscript letter for the best ones.

• Jordan believes that Jesus Christ would be willing to forgive most people who repent, but he’s not sure the Savior’s Atonement would work for him. He keeps committing the same sin over and over and doesn’t think he’ll ever be able to overcome that sin.
• According to verse 16, what must we do in order to be spared the kind of suffering the Savior experienced?
• One of them understands and feels the importance of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, and the other does not. What difference would this make in their lives?

Doctrine & Covenants 19:16-19

16 For behold, I, God, have suffered these things for all, that they might not suffer if they would repent;

17 But if they would not repent they must suffer even as I;

18 Which suffering caused myself, even God, the greatest of all, to tremble because of pain, and to bleed at every pore, and to suffer both body and spirit—and would that I might not drink the bitter cup, and shrink—

19 Nevertheless, glory be to the Father, and I partook and finished my preparations unto the children of men.

Doctrine & Covenants 21:4-6

4 Wherefore, meaning the church, thou shalt give heed unto all his words and commandments which he shall give unto you as he receiveth them, walking in all holiness before me;

5 For his word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth, in all patience and faith.

6 For by doing these things the gates of hell shall not prevail against you; yea, and the Lord God will disperse the powers of darkness from before you, and cause the heavens to shake for your good, and his name’s glory.

The prophet’s “word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth.”

4-6

Receiving the Prophet’s Word about not drinking, or playing Black Jack (21) in Patience and Faith will help make your life 4-6 times brighter

Scripture Study Skill�Looking Up Definitions

• What are different meanings of the words “heed”, “prevail”, “disperse”…?
• In digital scriptures, hold on a word.
• 1828 definition
• Bible Dictionary, Study Helps

One of your friends from church comes to you one day because of some things she read on the internet. In an online discussion, people were talking about changes they want to see in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The people seemed to be frustrated with the Apostles and prophets because their views oppose those of many in the world and do not seem to change. This discussion seemed to include members of the Church and others who wanted to voice their opinions in order to pressure the leaders of the Church to make changes. She sounds confused and upset and asks, “Why don’t prophets listen to the people more?”

Doctrine & Covenants 21:4-6

4 Wherefore, meaning the church, thou shalt give heed unto all his words and commandments which he shall give unto you as he receiveth them, walking in all holiness before me;

5 For his word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth, in all patience and faith.

6 For by doing these things the gates of hell shall not prevail against you; yea, and the Lord God will disperse the powers of darkness from before you, and cause the heavens to shake for your good, and his name’s glory.

Doctrine & Covenants 29:10-11

10 For the hour is nigh, and that which was spoken by mine apostles must be fulfilled; for as they spoke so shall it come to pass;

11 For I will reveal myself from heaven with power and great glory, with all the hosts thereof, and dwell in righteousness with men on earth a thousand years, and the wicked shall not stand.

“I will reveal myself from heaven with power and great glory… and dwell in righteousness with men on earth a thousand years.”

When Christ Comes Again, it might be on a Leap Year (29 days in February). To prepare for Christ’s return, we are to help gather the Lost 10-11 tribes.

Scripture Study Skill�Put It In Your Own Words

• Put the verses in your own words using modern language.
• Summarize the verses to the person next to you.

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April is a friend and fellow ward member. One day while you are hanging out with April, you hear about a disaster that recently happened. As you talk about the disaster, April brings up the Second Coming. The more April talks, the more you can tell she sounds really worried.

• How might you use Doctrine and Covenants 29:10–11 to help someone who is concerned about the Second Coming?
• How does verse 10 help?

Doctrine & Covenants 29:10-11

10 For the hour is nigh, and that which was spoken by mine apostles must be fulfilled; for as they spoke so shall it come to pass;

11 For I will reveal myself from heaven with power and great glory, with all the hosts thereof, and dwell in righteousness with men on earth a thousand years, and the wicked shall not stand.

Doctrine & Covenants 49:15-17

15 And again, verily I say unto you, that whoso forbiddeth to marry is not ordained of God, for marriage is ordained of God unto man.

16 Wherefore, it is lawful that he should have one wife, and they twain shall be one flesh, and all this that the earth might answer the end of its creation;

17 And that it might be filled with the measure of man, according to his creation before the world was made.

“Marriage is ordained of God.”

Mormon Pioneers were some of the first ‘49ers that found Gold in California. As young as 15-17 years old, some made their gold into wedding rings and Married their sweethearts.

Scripture Study Skill�Look for Symbolism

• Look for as many symbols as you can in the Doctrinal Mastery verses.

Some worldly thoughts on marriage

• Marriage is not necessary.
• Marriage was created by people.
• Having children is a burden.
• Marriage does not need to be between a man and a woman.
• Marriage is for personal satisfaction or convenience.
• If you get tired of your spouse, you should get divorced.

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How does D&C 49:15-17 give a different point of view to those ideas?

Doctrine & Covenants 49:15-17

15 And again, verily I say unto you, that whoso forbiddeth to marry is not ordained of God, for marriage is ordained of God unto man.

16 Wherefore, it is lawful that he should have one wife, and they twain shall be one flesh, and all this that the earth might answer the end of its creation;

17 And that it might be filled with the measure of man, according to his creation before the world was made.

Doctrinal Mastery Reference Quiz

1. ____ “I [Jesus Christ], have suffered these things for all.”
2. ____ “The worth of souls is great in the sight of God.”
3. ____ “I will reveal myself from heaven with power and great glory… and dwell in righteousness with men on earth a thousand years.”
4. ____ The prophet’s “word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth.”
5. ____ “Marriage is ordained of God.”
6. ____ “How great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!”

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1. D&C 18:10-11
2. D&C 18:15-16
3. D&C 19:16-19
4. D&C 21:4-6
5. D&C 29:10-11
6. D&C 49:15-17

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Slap-Jack

Before you can have effective scripture chasing, they first need to learn the references to the key words or clues. This game sharpens that skill. It will also help you see who is your fastest. There are many versions of this game. How I do it is I set a long row of tables and seat students on each side facing each other. How many depends on how many students you have. All student’s things (including scriptures) need to be put away far from the tables. They may use their bookmarks if they still need it.

One end is the top positions and the other is the bottom positions. There can be no seats not filled and only an even number of students can play at once. One paper (see handouts) is placed between each pair facing each other. Some key words are said by you and the first in the pair to touch that square with their index finger, wins. Do best of 3. Then the winner of the best of 3 goes ONE seat up (towards the top position) and the loser goes down ONE seat towards the bottom position. After each best of three, each student will have to move down or up. No one can remain sitting in the same place unless they won in the very top position or lost in the very bottom position. They may have to switch to the other side of the table if the chair next to them is filled. The first time can be confusing but once you have done it a couple of times, it’s easy.

The number or chairs and tables will naturally depend on the size of your class. You can also do it chasing in their scriptures instead of slapping the reference on the paper.

Top 2 Positions

Bottom 2 Positions

D&C 1:37-38

D&C 1:37-38

D&C 6:36

D&C 1:30

JS-H 1:15-20

JS-H 1:15-20

D&C 1:30

D&C 6:36

D&C 8:2-3

D&C 8:2-3

D&C 13:1

D&C 13:1

“Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.”

“Whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same.”

Joseph Smith “saw two Personages, whose brightness and glory defy all description.”

“The only true and living church”

“The only true and living church”

Joseph Smith “saw two Personages, whose brightness and glory defy all description.”

“Whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants, it is the same.”

“I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost.”

“I will tell you in your mind and in your heart, by the Holy Ghost.”

“The Aaronic Priesthood “holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism.”

“The Aaronic Priesthood “holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism.”

“Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.”

D&C 21:4-6

D&C 18:15-16

D&C 29:10-11

D&C 18:10-11

D&C 18:15-16

D&C 19:16-19

D&C 19:16-19

D&C 49:15-17

D&C 29:10-11

D&C 21:4-6

D&C 18:10-11

D&C 49:15-17

“How great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!”

The prophet’s “word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth.”

“The worth of souls is great in the sight of God.”

“I will reveal myself from heaven with power and great glory… and dwell in righteousness with men on earth a thousand years.”

“I [Jesus Christ], have suffered these things for all.”

“Marriage is ordained of God.”

“I will reveal myself from heaven with power and great glory… and dwell in righteousness with men on earth a thousand years.”

The prophet’s “word ye shall receive, as if from mine own mouth.”

“Marriage is ordained of God.”

“The worth of souls is great in the sight of God.”

“I [Jesus Christ], have suffered these things for all.”

“How great will be your joy if you should bring many souls unto me!”