Gospel Art Picture Kit

3 Nephi 9:22; Moroni 8:17Wherefore, all children are alike unto me; wherefore, I love little children with a perfect love. Joseph taught the people about God’s love for children (see Moroni 8:17) and showed them, through his example, how to treat children.Joseph loved to be around children and often took time to play with them or help them.

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

We love thy house, O God,Wherein thine honor dwells.The joy of thine abodeAll earthly joy excels.2. We love the word of life,The word that tells of peace,Of comfort in the strife,Of joys that never cease.Text: William Bullock, 1797–1874Music: Leroy J. Robertson, 1896–1971. © 1948 IRIPsalm 26:8Doctrine and Covenants 84:43–44

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Teaching, No Greater Call: A Resource Guide for Gospel Teaching

It also includes a discussion on how our Christlike love influences our service as teachers.We can be filled with Christlike love for those we teach.Scriptures and Notebook ActivityInvite different class members to read the scripture passages listed below. TestimonyAs prompted by the Spirit, bear your testimony and express your love for class members.MusicHave the assigned soloist or small group sing “Love One Another” (Hymns,no. 308).

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Teaching, No Greater Call: A Resource Guide for Gospel Teaching

In each case, love had softened a heart.The Power of a Teacher’s LoveAs we show love for those we teach, they become more receptive to the Spirit. If we want to influence learners for good, we should not merely love to teach; we should love each person we teach.

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Hark! ’tis children’s music—Children’s voices, oh, how sweet,When in innocence and love,Like the angels up above,They with happy hearts and cheerful faces meet.2. They must not forget to pray,Night and morning ev’ry day,For the Lord to keep them safe from ev’ry ill,And assist them to do right,That with all their mind and mightThey may love him and may learn to do his will.Text: Eliza R. Snow, 1804–1887Music: George F. Root, 1820–1895Proverbs 22:6Alma 37:35

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

God loved us, so he sent his Son,Christ Jesus, the atoning One,To show us by the path he trodThe one and only way to God.2.

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

1. ’Tis sweet to sing the matchless loveOf Him who left his home aboveAnd came to earth—oh, wondrous plan—To suffer, bleed, and die for man!2. ’Tis good to meet each Sabbath dayAnd, in his own appointed way,Partake the emblems of his death,And thus renew our love and faith.3. That all thru him might ransomed be.Then sing hosannas to his name;Let heav’n and earth his love proclaim.Text: George A. Manwaring, 1854–1889Music: Frank W. Asper, 1892–1973. © 1948 IRITune name:MEREDITHDoctrine and Covenants 138:1–4Doctrine and Covenants 20:75

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Chorus]For Jesus died on Calvary,That all thru him might ransomed be.Then sing hosannas to his name;Let heav’n and earth his love proclaim.2. ’Tis good to meet each Sabbath dayAnd, in his own appointed way,Partake the emblems of his death,And thus renew our love and faith.3.

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

This index lists hymns according to topic. It may be useful in locating hymns suitable for a particular meeting, talk, or lesson. If you do not find the precise word you are looking for as a heading in the index, consider synonyms and other related

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

The Spirit, voiceOf goodness, whispers to our heartsA better choiceThan evil’s anguished cries.Loud may the soundOf hope ring till all doubt departs,And we are boundTo him by loving ties.3. Our Father, GodOf all creation, hear us prayIn rev’rence, awedBy thy Son’s sacrifice.Praises we sing.We love thy law; we will obey.Our heav’nly King,In thee our hearts rejoice.Text: Edward L. Hart, b. 1916. © 1977 IRIMusic: Crawford Gates, b. 1921. © 1977 IRIJohn 15:12–14Doctrine and Covenants 34:1–4

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

O love that binds our family,O love that brings my heart to thee,Pure love that lasts eternally—3. O love that overcomes defeat,O love that turns the bitter sweet,Pure love that makes our lives complete—4.

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Teaching, No Greater Call: A Resource Guide for Gospel Teaching

For suggestions on preparing yourself spiritually, see pages 11–20.)Love and Reach Out to Each IndividualJesus said, “A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another” (John 13:34). You should seek to love those you teach—not only when they are easy to love, but also when they try your patience (see “Seeking the Gift of Charity,” page 12).

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Teaching, No Greater Call: A Resource Guide for Gospel Teaching

You should do so tactfully and with love. Then do all you can to show increased love.

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

As I have loved you,Love one another.This new commandment:Love one another.By this shall men knowYe are my disciples,If ye have loveOne to another.Text and music: Luacine Clark Fox, 1914–2002, arr. © 1961 Luacine C. Fox.

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Hymns of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

There is beauty all aroundWhen there’s love at home;There is joy in ev’ry soundWhen there’s love at home.Peace and plenty here abide,Smiling sweet on ev’ry side.Time doth softly, sweetly glideWhen there’s love at home.Love at home, love at home;Time doth softly, sweetly glideWhen there’s love at home.2. In the cottage there is joyWhen there’s love at home;Hate and envy ne’er annoyWhen there’s love at home.Roses bloom beneath our feet;All the earth’s a garden sweet,Making life a bliss completeWhen there’s love at home.Love at home, love at home;Making life a bliss completeWhen there’s love at home.3.

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Teaching Guidebook

Love Those You TeachDuring His life on earth, the Savior showed great love and understanding to every person. He said, “A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another” (John 13:34).

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True to the Faith

He declared to His disciples: “A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. As you continue to receive the Savior’s perfect love and as you demonstrate Christlike love for others, you will find that your love increases.

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True to the Faith

Love is a feeling of deep devotion, concern, and affection. We manifest our love for Heavenly Father by keeping His commandments and serving His children.

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Children’s Songbook of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

I feel my Savior’s love;Its gentleness enfolds me,And when I kneel to pray,My heart is filled with peace.3. I’ll share my Savior’s loveBy serving others freely.In serving I am blessed.In giving I receive.ChorusHe knows I will follow him,Give all my life to him.I feel my Savior’s love,The love he freely gives me.Words: Ralph Rodgers Jr., 1936–1996; K. Newell Dayley, b. 1939; and Laurie Huffman, b. 1948Music: K. Newell Dayley, b. 1939© 1978, 1979 by K. Newell Dayley.

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Children’s Songbook of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Jesus loved the little children,Little ones like me.He would bless and help themAnd take them on his knee.2. Many lovely things he taught them,Things we all should do:Love and help each other,Be honest, kind, and true.Words and music: Moiselle Renstrom, 1889–19563 Nephi 17:21–24

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