Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Brigham Young

There is no intelligent being, except those who have sinned against the Holy Ghost, but that is worth, I may say, all the life [efforts] of an Elder to save in the Kingdom of God (DBY, 321). Nothing short of a testimony by the power of the Holy Ghost would bring light and knowledge to them—bring them in their hearts to repentance.

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Duties and Blessings of the Priesthood: Basic Manual for Priesthood Holders, Part A

The Holy Ghost not only teaches the teacher, but also causes the words of the teacher to sink deep into the hearts of the listeners. “For when a man speaketh by the power of the Holy Ghost the power of the Holy Ghost carrieth it unto the hearts of the children of men” (2 Nephi 33:1). Obtaining the Guidance of the Holy Ghost The Book of Mormon tells us that many of the prophets and missionaries of that time were guided in their teaching by the Holy Ghost.

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Aaronic Priesthood Manual 3

Some people could mistakenly conclude that the Holy Ghost can take the body, shape, or form of a dove.)Point out that the Prophet Joseph Smith explained that the Holy Ghost is a personage having the form of a man and that the dove is merely an outward symbol or sign of the Holy Ghost. Then draw the following on the chalkboard:Explain that the difference between the Holy Ghost and the power and influence of the Holy Ghost can be illustrated by an analogy to the sun and the light that radiates from it.

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Duties and Blessings of the Priesthood: Basic Manual for Priesthood Holders, Part B

The gift of the Holy Ghost gives us the right, through our faith, to have the Holy Ghost as our guide. See Duties and Blessings of the Priesthood, Part A, lesson 30, “The Gift of the Holy Ghost.”) • Invite a few class members to share how the Holy Ghost has influenced their lives.

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Gospel Principles

Why Did the Holy Ghost Come to Adam? Additional Scriptures • Moses 5 (story of Adam’s family) • 2 Nephi 31:21 (Holy Ghost identified) • Moroni 10:6–7 (Holy Ghost will witness of Jesus Christ) • John 14:26; 15:26; 16:13; Luke 12:12; D&C 8:2–3; 11:12–13; 20:26 (Holy Ghost as comforter, teacher, testator of Christ, guide to all truth, revelator, companion, leader, guide, source of inspiration)

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Doctrine and Covenants and Church History Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

How can listening to the Holy Ghost be compared to finding a radio station? The Holy Ghost is a member of the Godhead.

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New Testament Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

Paul teaches, baptizes, and confers the gift of the Holy Ghost on believers in Ephesus. The Apostles spoke in tongues when they received the gift of the Holy Ghost on the day of Pentecost.

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Book of Mormon Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

Just as fire purifies and cleanses, the Holy Ghost cleanses from sin those who sincerely repent and are baptized.) • Nephi taught that the Holy Ghost “witnesses of the Father and the Son” (2 Nephi 31:18). In what ways can a witness from the Holy Ghost come to us?

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Preparing for Exaltation: Teacher’s Manual

The gift of the Holy Ghost is the privilege and right to have the companionship of the Holy Ghost at all times. You may want to mention also that answers to our prayers often come through promptings from the Holy Ghost.)Recognizing the Promptings of the Holy GhostStory and discussionExplain that if we are worthy to receive help from the Holy Ghost and willing to listen to him, he will always help us.

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Gospel Principles

There is a difference between the Holy Ghost and the gift of the Holy Ghost. Additional Scriptures • 1 Corinthians 3:16–17; D&C 130:22–23 (the Holy Ghost dwells with the faithful) • Moroni 8:25–26 (how to receive the Holy Ghost) • Moroni 10:5 (the Holy Ghost is a witness to truth) • Mosiah 5:2 (the Holy Ghost changes hearts) • Alma 5:54 (the Holy Ghost sanctifies) [picture]We must receive the gift of the Holy Ghost by the laying on of hands.

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Doctrine and Covenants and Church History Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

Through the ordinance of confirmation, we receive the gift of the Holy Ghost.Explain that the Holy Ghost is a member of the Godhead and a “personage of Spirit” (D&C 130:22). This ordinance is also called the “baptism of fire and the Holy Ghost” (D&C 20:41).

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New Testament Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

Point out that although the Apostles had experienced manifestations of the Holy Ghost, they had not yet received the gift of the Holy Ghost.)• What did Jesus tell the Apostles they were to do after they received the gift of the Holy Ghost? How can the Holy Ghost help us share our testimonies?

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Doctrine and Covenants and Church History Class Member Study Guide

What do these verses teach about how the Holy Ghost communicates with us? Why is it important to understand this principle of how the Holy Ghost communicates?

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New Testament Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

What is the difference between a manifestation of the Holy Ghost and the gift of the Holy Ghost? If you used the attention activity, place on one of the gift boxes the wordstrip that says Gift of the Holy Ghost.• After we have received the gift of the Holy Ghost, how can we be worthy of the Holy Ghost’s constant companionship?

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Primary 5: Doctrine and Covenants: Church History

Explain that other names for the Holy Ghost are the Holy Spirit and the Spirit of Truth (see D&C 6:15). What must we do to prepare ourselves to receive help from the Holy Ghost?

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Primary 2: Choose the Right A

He is called the Holy Ghost or the Holy Spirit.Article of faithHave the children stand and repeat with you the first article of faith.ScriptureExplain that the Holy Ghost is like Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ because he loves us and wants to help us. The gift of the Holy Ghost.)• Who is the Holy Ghost?

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Primary 3: Choose the Right B

Song Sing or say with the children the words to “The Holy Ghost.” The Holy Ghost Will Help Us Do What Is Right Ask the children to listen to the following stories of Anita and George to see how the Holy Ghost helped them to do what is right. Song Sing or say the words to “Choose the Right Way.” We Are Blessed When We Obey the Promptings of the Holy Ghost Picture and story Explain that we are greatly blessed when we listen to and obey the promptings of the Holy Ghost.

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Primary 3: Choose the Right B

The Holy Ghost Helped Alma Recognize the Truth Attention activity Have the children find the hidden cards, and help them form the name Holy Ghost. The Holy Ghost Can Help Us Know the Truth Teacher presentation Emphasize that the Holy Ghost gives us a good feeling when we choose the right.

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Primary 3: Choose the Right B

What do you know about the Holy Ghost? Song Sing or say the words to the song “The Holy Ghost.” The Holy Ghost Can Help Us Teacher presentation Explain that as members of Jesus Christ’s Church, we have the same privilege the Apostles did of having the Holy Ghost to help and comfort us.

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Primary 3: Choose the Right B

The gift of the Holy Ghost.) Have a child tape the wordstrip “Gift of the Holy Ghost” underneath the previous wordstrip. Tim had been comforted by the Holy Ghost.

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