Purpose
To help class members identify gifts of the Spirit, seek to obtain them, and use them to serve others.
Preparation
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Prayerfully study the following scriptures and other materials:
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1 Corinthians 12–13; Moroni 10:8–18 (supplemental scriptures).
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Our Heritage, pages 42–43, 47–48, 63.
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Review the material for this lesson in the Class Member Study Guide (35686). Plan ways to refer to the material during the lesson.
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To gain a greater understanding of historical events related to the doctrine in this lesson, consider reviewing the following:
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Ask class members to prepare to read the following accounts from Our Heritage:
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Newel Knight administering to Philo Dibble (pages 42–43).
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Amanda Smith receiving revelation on how to treat her injured son (pages 47–48).
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The Prophet Joseph Smith prophesying of Dan Jones’s missionary service (page 63).
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Suggestions for Lesson Development
Additional Teaching Ideas
You may want to use one or more of the following ideas to supplement the suggested lesson outline.