What was the Relief Society lesson?

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What was the Relief Society lesson?

Introduction. “Relief Society prepares women for the blessings of eternal life by helping them increase their faith and personal righteousness, strengthen families and homes, and help those in need” (“The Purpose of Relief Society,” lds.org/callings/relief-society/purposes).

How do you structure a Relief Society lesson?

How Do I Put A Lesson Together?

  1. Prepare Yourself. Read the General Conference talk through at least twice if you have time.
  2. Select Lesson Material. Avoid the temptation to cover every point in the conference talk.
  3. Create Questions & Discussion Starters.
  4. How To Deliver.

How can I access the powers of heaven in my life LDS lesson?

How Can I Access “the Powers of Heaven” in My Life? Doctrine and Covenants 121–123….Plan ways to act on what you discuss.

  1. Live the gospel.
  2. Care for those in need.
  3. Invite all to receive the gospel.
  4. Unite families for eternity.

How do you lead an elders quorum discussion?

Lead Inspired Discussions

  1. Create an Environment That Encourages Discussion.
  2. Ask Questions That Encourage Pondering.
  3. Allow Everyone to Take Part.
  4. Let the Spirit Guide.
  5. Ask Follow-Up Questions.
  6. Listen.

What is the purpose of Relief Society activities?

Relief Society helps prepare women for the blessings of eternal life as they increase faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ and His Atonement; strengthen individuals, families, and homes through ordinances and covenants; and work in unity to help those in need.

How do you give good elders quorum lesson?

The following leadership principles will help your presidency as you seek to bless the members of your elders quorum:

  1. Prepare spiritually.
  2. Minister to all of God’s children.
  3. Teach the gospel of Jesus Christ.
  4. Preside in righteousness.
  5. Counsel together and build unity.
  6. Delegate responsibility and ensure accountability.

What does consider the lilies mean LDS?

Consider the lilies of the field is quoted by Chrisitans when advising others that being anxious about things is unhelpful. They advise trusting in God and focusing on faith instead.

What are the powers of heaven LDS?

Priesthood holders young and old need both authority and power—the necessary permission and the spiritual capacity to represent God in the work of salvation.

What should I teach in elders quorum?

The following leadership principles will help your presidency as you seek to bless the members of your elders quorum:

  • Prepare spiritually.
  • Minister to all of God’s children.
  • Teach the gospel of Jesus Christ.
  • Preside in righteousness.
  • Counsel together and build unity.
  • Delegate responsibility and ensure accountability.

How can I learn general conference talks?

Studying General Conference

  1. 1 Look for Invitations and Encouragements.
  2. 2 Watch for Cause-and-Effect Statements.
  3. 3 Prepare Questions.
  4. 4 Look for Lists.
  5. 5 Watch for Repeated Phrases and Overall Themes.
  6. 6 Study Particular Words, Scripture References, and Notes.
  7. Set Goals to Practice What You’ve Learned.

How often should we have Relief Society activities?

Ward Relief Societies should hold four enrichment meetings each year.

How long do LDS Relief Society presidents serve?

two to five years
This can be especially important for leaders of youth and children as well as presidents of the Relief Society and elders quorum. The ideal length of service for leaders varies, but two to five years are often sufficient.

How do you speak to a general conference talk?

How to Prepare a Talk

  1. Opening—Tell what your talk is about.
  2. Example—Give a scripture story, a personal experience, or a verse of scripture.
  3. Use—Tell how we can use the main idea of the talk.
  4. Closing—Give a summary, including your own feelings about the topic.

What does it mean to toil and spin?

In this verse Jesus presents the example of the lilies, who also do no labour. Spin in this verse is a reference to spinning thread, a labour-intensive but necessary part of making clothing. Spinning was traditionally women’s work, something made explicit in Luke’s version of this verse.

What is the message of lilies of the field?

According to biblical interpretation, Jesus was advising his followers not to worry about material needs, like clothing and food, because God would provide for them, just as he provides for the lilies in the fields.

What does falling from heaven mean?

Meaning intended [fall into your lap; fall from heaven]= to come to you without you making much effort, be given to you easily.

How can we access the power of the priesthood?

From an address given for Women’s Conference at Brigham Young University on May 2, 2013. Priesthood authority is conferred by ordination, but priesthood power is available to all. Righteousness is the qualifier for each of us to invite priesthood power into our lives.

How do we draw upon the powers of heaven?

In Doctrine and Covenants 121:36 we learn that “the powers of heaven cannot be controlled nor handled only upon the principles of righteousness.” Verses 40 and 41 provide some examples of righteous principles. Learning to live by these principles will help us draw the powers of heaven into all aspects of our lives.