CJH SEM D&C Week 2 JSH 1:1-26

What truth can we learn from the following passage that describes what Joseph said to his mother when he returned home after receiving the First Vision? ‘I have learned for myself that Presbyterianism is not true.’” (Joseph Smith—History 1:20)

• We should be more concerned about what God thinks of us than what men think.
• During difficult times, we can draw strength from the examples of faithful individuals.
• If we diligently study God’s word and act on it in faith, then we can come to know the truths of the gospel for ourselves.

What does Joseph Smith History 1: 15-17 teach about the nature of God the Father and Jesus Christ?

• Although God the Father and Jesus Christ do not know us by name, they love each of us.
• Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, are separate and distinct beings.
• The Godhead is united in bringing to pass our immortality and eternal life.

What passage teaches us to not doubt or fear, but look to Jesus Christ?

• Doctrine and Covenants 10:5
• Doctrine and Covenants 1: 37-38
• Doctrine and Covenants 6:36

What principle of acquiring spiritual knowledge could help someone who is searching to find an answer about the Church on the internet?

• Act in faith.
• Examine concepts and questions with an eternal perspective.
• Seek further understanding through divinely appointed sources.

What scriptural phrase is taught in Doctrine and Covenants 88:118?

• "For intelligence cleaveth unto intelligence."
• "Seek learning, even by study and also by faith."
• That which is of God is light.