Old Testament Questions and Notes

  Come Follow Me Lesson 47 Introduction: Genesis 12:2–3  Are we allowing ourselves to live up to the Lord’s desire for us to be a blessing to all the families of the world? Amos 3:7  Why is it so important for us to listen to and follow our prophet? Amos  and  Obadiah Personal Study:   The Lord reveals truth through His prophets. Amos 3:3–6  Cause an effect scenarios. verses 7–8  Furthermore this applies to the Lord and his prophets! Why you are grateful that the Lord still “revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets?” Doctrine and Covenants 1:38 ;  21:4–8 ;  35:13–14 . Why is it a good thing for us to hearken to the prophets? Family Study:   Amos 3:7 . What revelations have you received by listening to President Nelson? Why is it important to you that we have a prophet today? How do you know that he is God’s chosen prophet? https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/amos/1?lang=eng Amos shows the Lord’s judgme...

  Come Follow Me Lesson 46 Introduction: Covenants and oaths are often broken in today’s world. The Abrahamic Covenant, which God has made with the House of Israel comes with rich blessings, which are freely given; they are also withheld for disobedience. The Lord describes our covenant relationship with him to the marriage covenant. It is to be intimate, personal, and kept with complete fidelity. But the Lord does not cast us away when we don’t measure up. His hand is outstretched to help us return to the path and to favor with Him. Hosea 2:14–15  He invites and entices us to come back to Him. Hosea 2:19  He will betroth, or bind, us to Him forever. We need to choose Him. Hosea 14:4  He will heal our backslidings and love us freely. Knowing these things should help us grow in love and trust for Him. We are not cast off or forsaken. He wants us. All is not lost. He’ll forgive and receive us. Joel 2:13  “Turn unto the Lord your God: for he is gracious and mercifu...

Come Follow Me Reading: Hosea 7-9 https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/hosea/7?lang=eng Israel is reproved for her many sins—Ephraim is mixed among the people. Vs 11-16 We the people of the Lord's true church have cause to repent, to minister and seek to recover,and to turn to the Lord with pure intent and full purpose of heart. Too many are already lost. We need to commit to being part of the gathering, on both sides of the veil. It is the calling of Ephraim. https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/hosea/8?lang=eng Both Israel and Judah have forsaken the Lord—The Lord has written the great things of His law to Ephraim. Vs 9-14 We as a Church and also as the People should look to God and put our trust in Him, and not sell ourselves to other nations. https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/hosea/9?lang=eng The people of Israel are taken into captivity for their sins—Ephraim will be a wanderer among the nations. Th...

Come Follow Me Reading: Daniel 7-12 https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/dan/7?lang=eng Daniel sees four beasts representing the kingdoms of men—He sees the ancient of days (Adam) to whom the Son of Man (Christ) will come—The kingdom will be given to the Saints forever. Adam will again be on the earth, and so will Jesus Christ. Much to be learned from this dream, at some point. https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/dan/8?lang=eng Daniel sees in vision a ram (Media and Persia), a goat (Greece), four other kings, and then, in the last days, a fierce king who will destroy the holy people—This king will be broken when he stands up against the Prince of Princes. We are nearing this day. The Lord will win all battles for the righteous sake. Vs 16 and following: Noah declared the vision to Daniel. Who is the king that will set himself up and then fight against Jesus? https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/dan/9?lang=eng ...

Come Follow Me Lesson 45 Introduction: How to Obtain Revelation and Inspiration for Your Personal Life 2 Kings 24:10–16 Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego were taken captive when they were very young. They were true in the face of severe trials. What about you? How can practicing faith bless you to remain true? What are some of the things we do to exercise faith? Daniel, book of Personal Study: I can trust in the Lord when my faith is tried. How can we stay true when we are pressured to abandon our beliefs? Alma 14:8–13 Those who believed Alma and Amulek were burned alive with their scriptures. Whether we are saved like Daniel or our lives are taken, the Lord will ultimately protect and deliver us if we remain true to Him? But If Not How can your righteous example strengthen the faith and resolve of others? Matthew 5:16 Let your light so shine! Be Not Afraid, Only Believe and Zion in the Midst of Babylon Family Study Video: “God Gave Them K...