Monday, April 5, 2010

Seminary: 87 3 Nephi 16

Background: Jesus taught that the Law of Moses has been fulfilled with him and that because of the iniquity in the house of Israel the Israelites have been scattered. He mentioned that there were other sheep of his that he had to visit.


Write:
• 9,340,898 (members 1995)
• 48,631 (missionaries 1995)
• 14,824,854 (members 2010)
• 51,736 (missionaries 2010)

See if they can guess what these numbers are.

Have any of you heard from friends or family members about what a mission is like?

How did they describe it?

What are your impressions of what a mission would be like?

What do you think it would be like to contact people as a missionary?

What are some reactions people might have to missionaries?

Do you believe that it is easy for missionaries to know who is prepared for the gospel and who is not? Why?

Why would it be important to keep a positive attitude, even if people are not accepting your message?

D&C 29:1-2, 4, 7

What do these verses have to do with missionary work?

Who listens to and accepts the missionaries’ message?

3 Nephi 16:7, 10

What are some reasons that both the Gentiles and the house of Israel would reject the gospel?

3 Nephi 16:8-9, 15

What consequences would come to those who reject the gospel?

3 Nephi 16:11-13

On what condition is the Lord willing to forgive those that reject the gospel?

3 Nephi 16:16

What does He promise the house of Israel for their faithfulness?

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