New Testament Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

Explain that light is used throughout the scriptures as a symbol for Jesus Christ. How can we help others see the light that Christ offers?

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Teachings of Presidents of the Church: David O. McKay

You and all our brethren at the head of our church are shining examples of all that is righteous and good.” 2Many people saw in David O. McKay what these two men saw—an example of a true disciple of Christ. May the Spirit of the Lord abide in your hearts, and in your homes, that people partaking of your radiation of honesty, integrity, uprightness, and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ will be led to glorify our Father in heaven. 8Latter-day Saint homes can be examples of harmony and love.Our homes radiate what we are, and that radiation comes from what we say and how we act in the home.

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

He is the light that shines in darkness.)b. D&C 6:32–37. As prompted by the Spirit, testify of Jesus Christ.

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Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph F. Smith

Knowing that which is right, we must go to and do the right thing, whatever it might be, whatever [Jesus Christ] requires of us. It can’t be done, for the light of God shines brighter than the illumination of a falsehood and error; therefore, those who possess the light of Christ, the spirit of revelation and the knowledge of God, rise above all these vagaries in the world; they know of this doctrine, that it

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New Testament Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

The Apostle John testifies that Jesus Christ is “the true Light.” He declares that his purpose in writing his testimony is to help others “believe that Jesus is the Christ.”2. As class members discuss this question, you may want to refer to John 8:12; 1 Corinthians 15:20–22; Moroni 7:15–18, 41; D&C 88:6–14; and Bible Dictionary, “Light of Christ,” 725.)• What was John’s purpose in writing his testimony?

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Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Brigham Young

It is said of him, that he is the light of the world. The revelations of the Lord Jesus Christ, the spirit of truth will detect everything, and enable all who possess it to understand truth from error, light from darkness, the things of God from the things not of God.

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New Testament Class Member Study Guide

See the scripture chain in this section.) How can you help others see the light that Christ offers? Read John 8:12, and ask family members to discuss ways that Jesus Christ is the light of the world.Scripture Chain: Jesus Christ—“The Light of the World”John 8:12Alma 38:9Psalm 27:13 Nephi 15:9Isaiah 2:5D&C 88:6–13

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Book of Mormon Gospel Doctrine Teacher’s Manual

Additional reading: Bible Dictionary, “Light of Christ,” 725. See Moroni 7:16, 18–19.) Explain that the “Spirit of Christ” or “light of Christ” is “an uplifting, ennobling, persevering influence that comes upon mankind because of Jesus Christ” (Bible Dictionary, “Light of Christ,” 725).

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Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph F. Smith

The Holy Ghost in person may visit men and will visit those who are worthy and bear witness to their spirit of God and Christ, but may not tarry with them [see D&C 130:22–23 3“The gift of the Holy Ghost,” is a special blessing sealed upon baptized repentant believers in Jesus Christ, and is “an abiding witness.” The spirit of God may be enjoyed as a temporary influence by which divine light and power come to mankind for special purposes and occasions.

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Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph F. Smith

Vigorous, steadfast, and sincere in doing the work of the Lord, he had given his life to teaching the truths of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Then you are able to discern the light, as the prophet has said; you may do it just as clearly, as unmistakably as you can discern the light of day from the darkness of night.

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Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph F. Smith

Let us, therefore, seek the truth and walk in the light as Christ is in the light, that we may have fellowship with him, and with each other, that his blood may cleanse us from all sin. 20The Father and the Son are one.“… I am in the Father, and the Father in me, and the Father and I are one” [3 Nephi 11:27 Jesus Christ, being the Creator, is consistently called the Father of heaven and earth … ; and since His creations are of eternal quality He is very properly called the Eternal Father of heaven and earth. 24Jesus Christ is the Father of those who abide in His gospel.

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The Latter-day Saint Woman: Basic Manual for Women, Part A

That is why He has blessed us with the light of Christ, sometimes called our conscience. The light of Christ will help us know the difference between good and evil (see Moroni 7:15–16).

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Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph F. Smith

Yet living, he was dead—dead to God, dead to light and truth, dead spiritually; cast out from the presence of God; communication between the Father and the Son cut off. Therefore, the whole world lies in sin and is under condemnation, inasmuch as light has come unto the world and men will not place themselves in a proper position before the Lord. 7The Atonement of Christ redeems us from spiritual death through repentance and obedience.The Lord designed in the beginning to place before man the knowledge of good and evil, and gave him a commandment to cleave t...

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Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph F. Smith

I have not been able yet to live up to and honor this second principle of the gospel of Jesus Christ; and I would like to see the man who has. It is the door of the Church of Christ, we cannot get in there in any other way, for Christ hath said it, “sprinkling,” or “pouring,” is not baptism.

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Marriage and Family Relations Instructor’s Manual

Help children recognize the influence of the Holy Ghost in their lives.Explain that Moroni 7:15–19 is about the Light of Christ, which helps us know good from evil. In addition to following the Light of Christ, we can receive guidance from the Holy Ghost, who “will show unto [us] all things what [we] should do” (2 Nephi 32:5) and will help us “know the truth of all things” (Moroni 10:5).

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Endowed from on High: Temple Preparation Seminar Teacher’s Manual

Explain that those who enter the temple must show their faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ by living the gospel and keeping the commandments. The following statements may be used as a guide: Members seeking a temple recommend should have testimonies of Heavenly Father, of the Lord Jesus Christ, and of the Holy Ghost.

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Aaronic Priesthood Manual 3

Each individual who comes into the world has been given the Light of Christ that enables him to distinguish good from evil. He had been before the same judge but had always received a light sentence.

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The Latter-day Saint Woman: Basic Manual for Women, Part B

To help us make right choices and to guide us in our lives, each of us has been given the Light of Christ. We must not treat lightly or laugh at cheating or breaking the law.

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Primary 4: Book of Mormon

Moroni 1:2–3.) (You may want to bear your testimony of Jesus Christ.) How can having a testimony of Jesus Christ help us choose the right? Explain that the light of Christ is often called a person’s conscience.) What additional help does Heavenly Father send us when we are baptized?

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Aaronic Priesthood Manual 3

That Jesus Christ is the source of the light and life of all things.)Have the young men read and mark Doctrine and Covenants 11:28.• In what sense is Jesus Christ the light and life of the world? Jesus Christ is the light of reason, understanding, and conscience.• According to Moroni 7:15–19, what is another way Jesus is the light?5.

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