Old Testament—Lesson 141-160

A young man in Honduras was drifting toward a life of apathy, selfishness, and trouble until a friend showed him he was born for so much more.

(D&C 119:3-7) President Hinckley tells a story of a woman who sacrificed to pay tithing.

The day of the tornado, Maylene was ready to give up on a life that had completely overwhelmed her. She felt helpless. But after surviving the tornado that day, Maylene knew that she and her family could make it through anything with God’s help.

Elder Renlund and his family discuss the prophet Ezekiel's vision of the waters flowing from the house of the Lord. The river of water represents blessings, which flow from the temples to heal families and give them life.

Quote given by Brother David L. Beck in the Priesthood session on April 6, 2013.

Dieter F. Uchtdorf counsels us that when it comes to hating, gossiping, ignoring, ridiculing, holding grudges, or wanting to cause harm—stop it!

Elder Quentin L. Cook testifies of the mission of the prophet Elijah. The salvation of the whole human family is interdependent and interconnected—like the roots and branches of a great tree.

(Daniel 1-2) Daniel shows obedience to the commandments of the Lord by not eating the King's wine and meat.

(Amos 3:7) A video depicting how God has spoken to his prophets.

After a trial of her faith, a young woman receives a witness that Heavenly Father truly does answer prayers.

Highlight: President Thomas S. Monson's address at the April 2015 General Conference.

One boy’s crusade to encourage clean language has far-reaching effects.

This video shows how the youth in one stake were blessed as they responded to Elder Bednar's invitation to participate in family history.

Elder Neil L. Andersen discusses the blessings promised to youth of the rising generation who are turning their hearts to their fathers. Each individual name is important and no one will be neglected or forgotten.

Joseph F. Smith faces an unruly mob and declares fearlessly his membership in the Church.

Elder Stevenson outlines the importance of every member being familiar with the tools of family history so they can participate in activities that lead them to the temple.

It is time to give everything we have to becoming the people God hopes we will choose to become. Join the worldwide movement to strive for the best by developing your talents, loving others, seeking education, and serving the Lord.s

The blessings of the temple enable us to be sealed (connected) to our families after death and return back to the presence of our Father in Heaven.

Elder Dallin H. Oaks relates a parable that compares to our mortal journey towards inheriting the Celestial Kingdom

Modern apostles, including David A. Bednar, Quentin L. Cook, Neil L. Andersen and Dale G. Renlund have promised many powerful blessings to those who participate in Family History and Temple Service.

March 2, 2008: Sister Julie B. Beck discusses how we can access and attain the blessings promised to Abraham and his seed.

Daughters of God support and love one another as they live covenant-centered lives.

Members of the Church across the world bear testimony of living prophets and apostles and speak of the blessings of peace and hope that arise from that knowledge.

Children asked "What is a family tree?" provide some thoughtful, interesting, entertaining, and surprising answers. How would you explain the concept of a family tree or ancestry to children?

Throughout history, the Lord has commanded His people to build temples. Temples are literally houses of the Lord. They are holy places of worship where individuals make sacred promises with God.

The key to freeing our ancestors from spirit prison is in our hands. We have the opportunity to put that key into action and bring the blessings of the Gospel to our families.

One young man overcomes his fears while magnifying his calling.