“Not My Will, But Thine, Be Done”   Class Member Reading: Matthew 26:36-46; Mark 14:32-42; Luke 22:39-46 Additional Reading: 2 Nephi 2:5–8; Alma 7:11–14;34:8–16; 42:1–31; Doctrine and Covenants 19:15–24;Bible Dictionary, “Atonement,” 617; “Gethsemane,”680. Scripture Chain: Luke 22:39–44; D&C 19:15–19; Mosiah 3:7, 9; 2 Nephi 9:5–8; Alma 7:11–14; Articles of Faith 1:3 Our lives follow patterns of estrangement and reconciliation as we drift away from our true selves… Continue Reading

“This Is Life Eternal”   Class Member Reading: John 16-17Additional Reading: John 14:16–31; 15:18–27;3 Nephi 19:19–36; Doctrine and Covenants 132:21–24; Bible Dictionary, “Comforter,” 648; “Holy Ghost,”704.Scripture Chain: John 17:20–26; Philippians 1:27; Mosiah 18:21; 4 Nephi 1:15–17; D&C 35:2; D&C 38:24–27 In these touching chapters, Jesus explains the connection between love and unity. This episode explores the balance of individual growth and unity with others, as well as… Continue Reading

“Love One Another, As I Have Loved You”   Class Member Reading: Luke 22:1-38; John 13-14 Additional Reading: Matthew 26:1–5, 14–35; Mark 14:1–2, 10–31. Scripture Chain: Matthew 26:26–28; Luke 22:19–20; 3 Nephi 18:5–12; D&C 20:77, 79   The message to love one another permeates Jesus’ ministry, but never more intimately and fully than during the last days of his ministry.… Continue Reading

“Inherit the Kingdom Prepared for You”   Class Member Reading: Matthew 25 Additional Reading: None Scripture Chain: Matthew 25:1–13; D&C 38:29–30; D&C 45:36–39; D&C 88:123–26   Matthew 25 contains three powerful narratives that teach the need to be prepared, use our talents for the benefits of others, and care for and serve our fellow human beings. This… Continue Reading