Adam and Eve were the first of God’s children to come to the earth. Adam became the “first flesh” upon the earth (Moses 3:7). What does that mean to you? 6: How Do I Develop Christlike Attributes? Those who continued in their sins and did not repent in this life or accept the gospel in the world to come will receive their reward in the lowest kingdom, which is called the telestial kingdom. (Romans 10:17, John 8:32) 2. God is our Heavenly Father, and we are His children (see Acts 17:16–34; Hebrews 12:9). #2 God has a plan for our happiness, and Jesus Christ is central to that plan. Rom. How to Begin Teaching; Invite Members to Help You Teach; Use the Scriptures; Ask Questions; Listen ; Creating a good environment in the class room; Learn to look at members with love in your heart; Using Prezi in the class; Presidents of the Church. The Scriptures of PMG. The points will be: pre-mortal life, creation, and the fall. Providing specific instruction about the Savior is important for those who know little or nothing about Him. Those who have lived the gospel will receive our Father in Heaven’s greatest gift, the gift of exaltation—to live as a family in His presence. He was sinless and completely obedient to His Father. Dedicated to the effective study and use of Preach My Gospel. Prophets and apostles testify of the Savior. Mormon teaches of the pure love of Christ and His Atonement. However, because of the Fall of Adam and Eve, every person on earth has an imperfect, mortal body and will eventually die. The manual explains the principles of gospel of Jesus Christ clearly and concisely, and also gives suggestions for effective teaching, learning a foreign language, and methods for finding individuals to teach and baptize. We are not responsible for the Fall of Adam and Eve, but we are responsible for our own sins. Scriptures of PMG & Other Missionary Resources Compiled by Nate Richardson. Immortality: The condition of living forever in a resurrected state, not subject to physical death. This idea has its place in the preaching of the gospel but is not the gospel itself. Alma experiences the power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. I wrote this initially for a widow’s funeral. At death our spirits go to the spirit world. Preach My Gospel Lesson Plans‎ > ‎L2: The Plan of Salvation‎ > ‎ Scriptural Drama Script. The great love of God for man (John 3:16) 2. Agency, or the ability to choose, is one of God’s greatest gifts to His children. Only in this way could God’s children progress and become like Him. 5: What Is the Role of the Book of Mormon? This is an unconditional gift from the Savior to all human beings, regardless of the choices they make during this life. 10: How Can I Improve My Teaching Skills? Oh what we miss when we cut Him out of it! Scripture references are included for each part of the lesson which corresponds to the lesson in the Preach My Gospel book. Lamanites receive the testimony of Jesus Christ. God's Plan of Salvation GOD'S PART 1. We will all suffer physical death, but Jesus Christ overcame the obstacle of physical death for us. Plan of Salvation 3. PLAY. The celestial kingdom has three heavens or degrees (see Doctrine and Covenants 131:1), and only those who have an eternal marriage, sealed by the Holy Spirit, can enter into the highest, which is exaltation (see Doctrine and Covenants 131:2). 11: How Do I Help People Make and Keep Commitments? But the Fall also brought physical death, which is separation of the spirit from the body, and spiritual death, which is separation from God. What do you understand about God’s plan for you and your family? “Lesson 2: The Plan of Salvation,” Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2018), 47–59, “Lesson 2,” Preach My Gospel, 47–59. Preach My Gospel, the Basic Doctrines section of all youth curriculum, and lesson manuals for every auxiliary teach that Jesus Christ is central to the Plan of Salvation. Lesson 1: The Message of the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Enos experiences the power of the Savior’s Atonement. Many people wonder, “Where did we come from? Ether and Moroni testify of the Savior and the power of His Atonement. Make sure you explain them clearly and find out if those you are teaching understand. Life on earth is an opportunity and a blessing. Acquiring Spiritual Knowledge The Godhead The Plan of Salvation The Atonement of Jesus Christ The Restoration Prophets and Revelation Priesthood and Priesthood Keys Ordinances and Covenants Marriage and Family Commandments (adapted from … Preach My Gospel A Guide to Missionary Service LDS Church. Your Purpose. We will all be resurrected and will live forever with physical bodies free of pain and sickness. We are part of His family, and we lived with Him before we were born on this earth. This event is called the Fall. Jesus Christ is central to God’s plan. Immortality is a free, or unconditional, gift to all people, whether they are righteous or wicked. What is the center of the center of the Scriptures? Plan of Salvation 4. 244 pages; Spiral bound; Standard missionary curriculum ; Price: $11.99. This kingdom is compared to the glory of the stars (see Doctrine and Covenants 76:81–86). 4: How Do I Recognize and Understand the Spirit? Jesus Christ is central to that plan. We understood and accepted this plan before we came to the earth. Lesson 2. It tells us where we came from, why we are here on earth, and where we will go after this life. Because of this choice, they were cast from the garden and out of God’s physical presence. Plan of Salvation 2. Jesus Christ is central to God’s plan. 4: How Do I Recognize and Understand the Spirit? Judgment and Kingdoms of Glory (see Doctrine and Covenants 76; 137; 1 Corinthians 15:40–42). Currently it is only available in English but more languages will be coming soon. Search for: Table of Contents *Introduction (1) *PMG Scripture References (1) All (22) Ch. Satan, or the devil, is an enemy to God’s plan. Free Agency What does it mean to be free to choose? Will you attend church with us this Sunday? Lesson 2 - Sub-Principles - Plan of Salvation - Preach my Gospel. In the scriptures this kingdom is compared to the glory or brightness of the sun. But I was floored that all missionaries everywhere don’t have an easy Plan of Salvation graphic to photocopy or a card-sized graphic to give away. 13: How Do I Work with Stake and Ward Leaders. In this context Jesus is not talking about the basic belief in God, but rather believing the gospel (good news of Jesus' death, burial and resurrection (1Cor. Introduction: How Can I Best Use Preach My Gospel? He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned. We were not, however, like our Heavenly Father, nor could we ever become like Him and enjoy all the blessings that He enjoys without the experience of living in mortality with a physical body. In addition, they could now have children, so the rest of God’s spirit children could come to earth, obtain physical bodies, and be tested. 1: What Is My Purpose as a Missionary? Our eternal progression depends on how we use our agency (see 2 Nephi 2:27–29). Our spirits and bodies will be reunited in the Resurrection (see Alma 11:42–45; 40:23). Many people wonder, “Where did we come from? Our purpose in life is to find lasting peace, joy, and happiness as families and to prepare to return to live with God. It gives us hope and helps us find peace, joy, and happiness. Plan of Salvation 6. Eternal life and exaltation are not the same as immortality. Those who chose not to obey in this life and did not repent live in a state of unhappiness. Mortality: The time from birth until physical death. God created Adam and Eve and placed them in the Garden of Eden. The atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ made it possible for us to overcome the effects of the Fall. Make sure those you teach clearly understand the doctrine of the Resurrection. The doctrine of Resurrection involves receiving an eternal reward of an immortal body of flesh and bone. Exaltation, or celestial glory, is the highest state of happiness and glory in the celestial kingdom. Preach My Gospel is intended to help you be a better-prepared, more spiritually mature missionary and a more persuasive teacher. This is called the Fall. No wonder the Gospel is “good news.” Unfortunately, many people today have distorted the meaning of salvation, saying that it means only political, social and economic liberation in this life. Premortal Life: God’s Purpose and Plan for Us, The Resurrection, Salvation, and Exaltation. UPC / ISBN: 852667627904 . Pieces and bags may We invite you to attend church and worship with us. When we preach "the plan," the "5 steps," as the gospel, we are preaching salvation by knowledge; if you know and obey accurately the plan you will be saved. Encourage those you teach to include these practices as they learn about the plan of salvation and the Atonement of Jesus Christ. 2 Nephi 2: 19-25 3. Plan of Salvation 1 - Pre-Earth Life: God's purpose and plan for us #1 God is our Heavenly Father, and we are His children. When our bodies and spirits are reunited through the Resurrection, we will be brought into God’s presence to be judged. “Lesson 2: The Plan of Salvation,” Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2018), 47–59 “Lesson 2,” Preach My Gospel, 47–59. Lehi testifies of the Savior as Redeemer. Nephi and Lehi are instruments in God’s hands to witness of the Savior. When we came to the Plan of Salvation, they started looking around for paper and a pencil to draw a sketch of the pre-earth life and the kingdoms of heaven. Pray for the Spirit’s guidance as you decide how to use these ideas. This illustrated plan of salvation teaches over 40 essential doctrines! Jacob testifies of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. STUDY. Separation from God’s presence is spiritual death. We must choose whether to follow Jesus Christ or follow Satan. God is the Father of our spirits. We cannot overcome either physical or spiritual death without Christ. The Plan of Salvation. They lived in innocence, and God provided for their needs. 2 Nephi 2: 27 2. Commandments from lesson 4 that you choose to include. Exaltation means living with God forever in eternal families. If we disobey, we sin and receive the consequences. Lesson 2 - Principles - Plan of Salvation - Preach my Gospel. We have experiences that bring us happiness and also sorrow. Lesson 2: The Plan of Salvation. Just kidding. D&C 93:29 “Man was also in the beginning with God. The Lord spoke to Adam and taught him the plan of salvation and redemption through the Lord Jesus Christ. We are helpless without the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Because of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, we will all be resurrected regardless of whether we have done good or evil in this life. Hear the Gospel. We invite you to ponder and pray about this message. Latter-day revelation makes clear that the Fall is a blessing and that Adam and Eve should be honored as the first parents of all mankind. Qty: Item #: LDS-36617000. Even though Christ conquered physical death, all people must die, for death is part of the process by which we are transformed from mortality to immortality. All other doctrines anticipate, prepare for, or flow from it.” Thus, it is fitting that a course on the doctrine of salvation should start with the doctrine of Christ. We will be holding a baptismal service on [date]. Preach My Gospel. (Mark 16:15-16). At death our spirits go to the spirit world. When He died on the cross, His spirit became separated from His body. Scripture study, church attendance, and prayer can help people feel God’s love and recognize truth through the witness of the Holy Ghost. President Russell M. Nelson taught, “People may also be saved from individual spiritual death through the Atonement of Jesus Christ, by their faith in Him, by living in obedience to the laws and ordinances of His gospel, and by serving Him” (“Salvation and Exaltation,” 8). The Atonement . We came to the earth to be tested (see Abraham 3:24–25). Under the direction of the Father, Jesus Christ created the earth as a place for us to live and gain experience. Those who chose to obey God in this life live in a state of happiness, peace, and rest from troubles and care. Satan tempted Adam and Eve to eat the forbidden fruit, and they chose to do so. 7: How Can I Better Learn My Mission Language? He was the literal Son of God in the flesh. Consider the suggestions listed below. Lesson 1: The Message of the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. And a little piece of me died. Fall (of Adam and Eve): When Adam and Eve ate the forbidden fruit, they became mortal—that is, subject to sin and death. 2: How Do I Study Effectively and Prepare to Teach? Jesus’s Atonement redeems all mankind from physical death. This was part of God’s plan. We gain a body of flesh and bones, but we are subject to physical death. Redemption: To deliver, to purchase, or to ransom, such as to free a person from bondage by payment. Abinadi gives his life in testifying of Jesus Christ. Study the … Plan of Salvation 7. On the third day, His spirit and His body were reunited eternally, never to be separated again. The plan of salvation teaches us where we came from, why we are here on earth, and where we will go after this life. In the scriptures God’s plan is called a merciful plan, the plan of happiness, the plan of redemption, and the plan of salvation. The atoning sacrifice of Jesus Christ made it possible for us to overcome the effects of the Fall. We will receive our eternal reward based on whether our works and desires have been good or evil. The Savior teaches the Nephites of the Father and of His doctrine. As you teach, help people prepare for baptism and confirmation. We have included ideas on how to use this with a large class, how to use with your older children, or how to use with a young toddler! Obeying this commandment meant that they could remain in the garden, but they could not progress by experiencing opposition in mortality. Topical Guide, “Man, Antemortal Existence of”. Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service. Will you ask God in prayer to know that what we have taught is true? He was the only one capable of making a perfect Atonement for all mankind. 2 Nephi 10: 23-25. He has provided a perfect plan to accomplish His purpose. Passages from other standard works can also be helpful. Premortal life (premortal existence; pre-earth life): As spirit children of our Father in Heaven, we lived in His presence before we were born on this earth. As with physical death, we cannot overcome the effects of sin by ourselves. Adam and Eve became mortal—subject to physical death, or separation of the body and spirit. Be mindful of the questions and level of understanding of those you teach. Exaltation is a conditional gift. Spiritual death was introduced into the world by the Fall of Adam and Eve (see Alma 42:6–7). It doesn’t take up much room but is so useful! If we obey, we are blessed. We will then be resurrected with an immortal body, an eternal union of our body and spirit. Resurrection: The reuniting of the spirit body with the physical body of flesh and bones after death. Mary Wilson Funeral. 15:1-4). 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