UNIT 7: Day 1

1. Complete both of the following exercises in your scripture study journal:

a. Make two columns in your scripture study journal. Label the first column with the heading
Strengthen and Encourage; label the second column with the heading Instruct. Study Doctrine and
Covenants 24:1–12, and list phrases that could strengthen and encourage or instruct Joseph and
Oliver in the appropriate column.

Strengthen and Encourage Instruct

- I have lifted thee up out of thine afflictions, and
have counseled thee, that thou hast been
delivered from all thine enemies
- they shall support thee; and I will bless them
both spiritually and temporally
-For thou shalt devote all thy service in Zion; and
in this thou shalt have strength.
- I am with thee, even unto the end of thy days.
- And I will give unto him strength such as is not
known among men.
- Behold, thou wast called and chosen to write
the Book of Mormon
- after thou hast sowed thy fields and secured
them, go speedily unto the church
- thou shalt continue in calling upon God in my
name, and writing the things which shall be given
thee by the Comforter
- Attend to thy calling and thou shalt have
wherewith to magnify thine office
- continue in bearing my name before the world,
and also to the church
- And at all times, and in all places, he shall open
his mouth and declare my gospel as with the
voice of a trump, both day and night

b. Select one phrase that is meaningful to you from one of the columns. Write two to three sentences
explaining how that specific encouragement or instruction from the Lord might help someone going
through a difficult experience.

- I am with thee, even unto the end of thy days. God is always with us, He is always there for and has
prepared many blessings for us we just need to come unto Him. We are never alone because God is
always by our side guiding and blessing us.

2. Answer the following questions in your scripture study journal:

a. When have you seen someone exercise patience and remain faithful while enduring afflictions?

- My family is an example of someone exercising patience and remain faithful while enduring afflictions.

b. What did the person say or what did you see that showed the Lord was with this person?

- We always strived to do our best, we read the scriptures, prayed, went to church and went to
activities.

c. How can having faith that the Lord will be with you in times of trial help you have the courage and
the strength to do hard things?

- Because with faith we can do anything. Our faith can help us get through trials and do hard things.

3. The Lord told Emma Smith to “make a selection of sacred hymns … to be had in my church” (D&C
25:11). Review Doctrine and Covenants 25:12, and answer the following questions in your scripture
study journal:

a. What do you think the phrase “the song of the heart” means?

- The song that makes us feel an intense, euphoric feeling of happiness and contentment in our hearts
and minds.

b. How can “the song of the righteous” be like a prayer?

- Because as we sing the song of the righteous it is like a form of prayer, the Spirit of God will descend
upon us and through good music we can draw closer to our Heavenly Father. Music can edify us, inspire
us, invite the Holy Ghost to be with us, move us to righteous actions, and help us withstand the
temptations of the adversary.

c. What can you do to surround yourself with worthy music?

- By removing music from devices that are not good music and when there is bad music being played
you can either go away from that place or ask the person playing to change it.

4. According to Doctrine and Covenants 25:16, the counsel and promises given to Emma Smith in this
revelation also apply to each of us. Complete the following assignments in your scripture study
journal:

a. From what you read in Doctrine and Covenants 25, write at least four principles you learned from
the counsel given to Emma. (For example, if we keep God’s commandments continually, we will
receive a crown of righteousness [verse 15], which is symbolic of receiving celestial glory in the
kingdom of God.)

- If a person is faithful and walk in the paths of virtue we will receive an inheritance in Zion.
- we should lay aside the things of this world, and seek for the things of a better.
- For my soul delighteth in the song of the heart; yea, the song of the righteous is a prayer unto me, and
it shall be answered with a blessing upon their heads.
- Keep my commandments continually, and a crown of righteousness thou shalt receive.

b. Choose one of the principles you listed that you feel is applicable to you and write how you can
apply this principle in your life now.

- Keep my commandments continually, and a crown of righteousness thou shalt receive. By keeping the
commandments continually in my daily life I know that I will blessed and guided by the Lord.

5. In your scripture study journal, write a short note of gratitude and admiration about a woman you
know who has some of the qualities attributed to Emma Smith in Doctrine and Covenants 25 and Lucy
Mack Smith’s statement. Consider giving a copy of your note to that woman.

- Thank you for playing wonderful songs in the church for all the members to hear during sacrament.
Every Sunday you prepare a song for all to sing, a song that makes everyone prepared for a sacrament.

6. In your scripture study journal, explain what Doctrine and Covenants 25:13 means to you.

- We should glorify and be joyous of the covenants that we have and work to keep those covenants that
we have.

7. I have studied Doctrine and Covenants 24–26 and completed this lesson on August 27 2018

UNIT 7: Day 2

1. Read Doctrine and Covenants 27:1–2, and identify what the angel told Joseph Smith about the
emblems of the sacrament. In your scripture study journal, answer the following questions:

a. Why do you think it was acceptable in the circumstance of the French Saints to use something other
than bread as emblems of the sacrament?

- Because it does not matter what we shall eat and drink while partaking the sacrament we just need to
do it with an eye single to God and our covenants.

b. According to Doctrine and Covenants 27:2, what should be our focus as we partake of the
sacrament?
- do it with an eye single to my glory

2. Answer the following questions in your scripture study journal:

a. What do you think partaking of the sacrament “with an eye single to [God’s] glory” means?

- Thinking or focusing our mind about God and our covenants with Him.

b. How can you more fully remember the Savior’s Atonement as you partake of the sacrament?

- By preparing before the sacrament to partake of the sacrament. Remembering our covenants before
partaking the sacrament.

3. In Doctrine and Covenants 27:5–12 we learn about some of those who will attend this sacrament
meeting with Jesus Christ. Read these verses, and in your scripture study journal, make a list of the
individuals who will attend this meeting and, if mentioned, what keys or responsibility they have.

- Moroni, to whom I have committed the keys of the record of the stick of Ephraim.
- Elias, to whom have committed the keys of bringing to pass the restoration of all things spoken by the
mouth of all the holy prophets since the world began, concerning the last days.
- John the son of Zacharias, which Zacharias he (Elias) visited and gave promise that he should have a
son, and his name should be John, and he should be filled with the spirit of Elias.
- Joseph Smith, Jun., and Oliver Cowdery, to ordain you unto the first priesthood which you have
received, that you might be called and ordained even as Aaron.
- Elijah, unto whom I have committed the keys of the power of turning the hearts of the fathers to the
children, and the hearts of the children to the fathers.
- Michael, or Adam, the father of all, the prince of all, the ancient of days.
- Peter, and James, and John, whom I have sent unto you, by whom I have ordained you and confirmed
you to be apostles, and especial witnesses of my name, and bear the keys of your ministry.

4. Write your name under the list of those whose names you have already written in your scripture
study journal. Then answer the following question: How do you feel, knowing that you could be in
attendance at this sacrament meeting with the Lord?

- It would be a great honor and a privilege taking part of the attendance of said sacrament meeting with
the Lord. I will be filled with Joy and feel blessed

5. Read Doctrine and Covenants 27:15, and answer the following questions in your scripture study
journal:

a. What did the Lord counsel us to do to prepare for our spiritual battles?

- To wear our spiritual armor and take our spiritual shield for our spiritual battles.

b. The Lord promised that if we take upon ourselves the whole armor of God, we will be able to
withstand the evil day. What do you think “the evil day” refers to? What do you think it means “to
stand” at that time?

- The influences of satan and the day were satans evil influence is present. To stand tall and prepared to
stand our ground during our spiritual battles.

6. Answer the following questions in your scripture study journal:

a. Why do you think the Lord invites us to put on the whole armor of God?

- So that we can be spiritually protected from the evils of the world and we will not have a weak spot
that satan might use to tempt us.

b. How can the attributes associated with each piece of armor protect us against temptation and evil?

- Each has a specific area to protect. Loins girt about with truth, breastplate of righteousness, feet shod
with the preparation of the gospel of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and the sword of God’s
Spirit. Each will protect us in those aspects from temptation and evil.
c. In what ways have you felt protection in your life as you have sought to put on the armor of God?

- I feel no presence of evil and I know that the influences of satan and temptation was reflected because
of the protection of the armor of God.

7. I have studied Doctrine and Covenants 27 and completed this lesson on August 31 2018

UNIT 7: Day 3

1. In your scripture study journal, answer the following questions:

a. How can knowing this principle help Church members avoid being deceived?

- By knowing this principle the Church members know who can receive revelation for the whole Church
and know who not to believe in.

b. What were the differences between Oliver Cowdery’s responsibilities as second elder in the Church
and Joseph Smith’s responsibilities as President of the Church?

- Oliver Cowdery and Joseph Smith held the keys of the gift to translate the Book of Mormon. Oliver also
served as an apostle of Jesus Christ and the second elder of the church.

2. Answer the following question in your scripture study journal: How can understanding and
following the principles governing receiving revelation in the Church help us support and sustain our
Church leaders?

- Because we know that they are called of God and that we know who is one that receives revelation for
the church.

3. To help you apply the principles and doctrines taught in Doctrine and Covenants 28, read each of
the following scenarios, and then, in your scripture study journal, write one of the bolded truths from
today’s lesson that you feel best applies. The first one is answered for you as an example.

a. You are preparing to speak in sacrament meeting and have found many scriptures, quotations, and
stories you could include in your talk. You aren’t sure which ones to use or what you should say.

- We may receive revelation for our own benefit and to help us in the callings and assignments we are
given.

b. You receive an email message that claims to have information about the Second Coming of Jesus
Christ. However, the information is not in harmony with the teachings of the living prophet.

- the President of the Church is the only person who can receive revelation for the whole Church.

c. A friend is upset with her bishop, who has just called a new president of the Young Women in her
ward. Your friend feels a different sister should have been called.

- We may receive revelation for our own benefit and to help us in the callings and assignments we are
given.

d. Your older sister has been dating a member of the Church. He told her that, as a priesthood holder,
he received revelation that she should marry him. However, she has prayed about this decision and
has not received a clear answer but has felt unsettled and pressured.

- In the Church of Jesus Christ, individual members do not receive revelation to direct someone who
presides over them.

4. I have studied Doctrine and Covenants 28 and completed this lesson on August 31 2018
UNIT 7: Day 4

1. In your scripture study journal, answer the following questions:

a. What are you doing to hearken to the Lord’s voice now in your life? What more could you be doing?

- By going to church, reading and pondering about the scriptures, and being worthy of the Holy Ghost.
By reading article in the lds.org and by actively hearken to the Lord’s voice

b. When have you felt closer to the Savior by hearkening to His voice or through prayer?

- Whenever I’m dealing with trials when I pray I feel closer to God and I feel that He is guiding me
through the trial.

2. In your scripture study journal, write about how the Atonement of Jesus Christ has brought
happiness and joy to your life or the life of someone you know.

- Because knowing that because of His Atonement, all people will be resurrected, and those who obey
His gospel will receive the gift of eternal life with God. It gives me great joy and peace that I know that
we will all be resurrected and that there is life after death.

3. Answer the following question in your scripture study journal: From what you have learned about
the Lord’s elect, what are you doing in your life to be one of the elect of God?

- I’m striving to follow the examples of God as I do my duties and preparing for my mission.

4. In your scripture study journal, describe how knowing the signs of the Second Coming can help us
stay faithful.

- Because it will serve as a reminder to all of us that the Second Coming is near and that we should
strive to be always ready for it.

5. Consider where you stand in your efforts to come unto Jesus Christ. What can you do today to draw
nearer to Him? Write your plan in your scripture study journal.

- I can draw nearer to Him by doing His work and following His examples. I can also draw nearer to Him
by helping other and serve as one of God’s hands in this world.

6. I have studied Doctrine and Covenants 29:1–30 and completed this lesson on September 2 2018