Revelation 12–22

“He That Overcometh Shall Inherit All Things”

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After you’ve studied the scripture passages for this week and reviewed the questions and activities in the manual, consider sharing any of the following articles and activities with your family. These additional resources selected by the Church magazines staff can assist you as you strive to teach the gospel in your home.

Revelation 12:7–17

The War Continues

In the War in Heaven, we overcame Satan by the power of Jesus Christ and our testimonies of Him (see Revelation 12:10–11). That war continues while we are on earth. Here, too, we can overcome through our faith in and commitment to Christ.

Articles

“An Unending Conflict, a Victory Assured.” In this First Presidency Message, President Gordon B. Hinkley (1910–2008) tells us how the War in Heaven is continued on earth and the part we can play in fighting the adversary.
“The War Goes On.” In this Ensign article, Elder Larry R. Lawrence, now an emeritus member of the Seventy, discusses the strategies of Satan and how to combat them.
“What We Know about Premortal Life.” This New Era article shares basic truths about the premortal life and what we can learn from them.
“Back to Your Heavenly Home.” Read this child-friendly message about the premortal life by Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, then Second Counselor in the First Presidency. Includes an activity page.

Activities

“The Plan of Happiness.” Use these printable pages from the Friend to color and cut out a booklet that outlines Heavenly Father’s plan for us.
“War in Heaven.” Watch this short video clip of President Gordon B. Hinkley (1910–2008) teaching about the War in Heaven and the important decision we made back then.

Revelation 21; 22:1–5

The Promise of Celestial Glory

Sometimes the prospect of reaching celestial glory seems beyond our grasp, but the Lord has promised that if we are faithful, through His power this blessing can be ours.

Articles

“Am I Good Enough? Will I Make It?” In this general conference address, Elder J. Devn Cornish of the Seventy teaches that if we rely on the Lord and really try, we are “good enough” to inherit eternal life.
“The Gate and the Path.” This article from the New Era outlines the ordinances and covenants that set us on the path to the celestial kingdom.
“A Happy Plan for Emily.” In this Friend story, Emily learns about the plan of salvation in Primary.

Activities

“Lead Me, Guide Me.” Play this board game from the Friend to learn about the special things Heavenly Father gives us to help us find our way home.
“I Am a Child of God.” Watch this video with your family, and perhaps sing along. Afterward, discuss some of the “rich blessings” God has in store for the faithful and what you can do to better “do His will.”