“Mosiah 3:1–17: Salvation through Jesus Christ,” Book of Mormon Student Manual (2024)
“Mosiah 3:1–17,” Book of Mormon Student Manual
Mosiah 3:1–17
Salvation through Jesus Christ
Throughout history, angels have visited the earth to testify of Jesus Christ and declare “glad tidings of great joy” (Mosiah 3:3; Alma 13:22; Helaman 16:14). King Benjamin received such a visit. He shared with his people the angel’s testimony of Jesus Christ, the things the Savior would experience, and the truth that salvation comes only through the name of Christ. This lesson can help you understand the importance of what Jesus Christ did so that you can be saved.
Glad tidings of great joy
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Can you think of times when angels came to earth to testify of Jesus Christ?
One example is in Luke 2:10–12. Read these verses or watch the video “Shepherds Learn of the Birth of Christ” from time code 0:00 to 1:47, looking for what the angel said to announce the Savior’s birth. This video is available on ChurchofJesusChrist.org.
An angel also appeared to King Benjamin. Read Mosiah 3:3–4, looking for the similarities between what the angel told the shepherds and what the angel told King Benjamin.
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What do you know about Jesus Christ that would be considered “glad tidings of great joy”?
In his discourse to his people included in Mosiah 3:1–17, King Benjamin shared some of the angel’s message. This message addressed the life and mission of Jesus Christ, how they could receive joy, and what Jesus offers that no one else can.
The only name by which salvation comes
Read Mosiah 3:17, looking for what Jesus Christ offers.
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What truth can you identify from verse 17?
Read the following statement from Elder Neil L. Andersen of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles looking for what Jesus Christ saves us from:
Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, through the incalculable gift of His Atonement, not only saves us from death and offers us, through repentance, forgiveness for our sins, but He also stands ready to save us from the sorrows and pains of our wounded souls. (Neil L. Andersen, “Wounded,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2018, 85)
Think about what you need to be saved from. Are there sins you are striving to overcome? Are there sorrows or pains you are experiencing? As you study Mosiah 3, seek inspiration through the Holy Ghost to help you know how you can receive the salvation Jesus Christ offers.
Read Mosiah 3:5–10, looking for what Jesus Christ did so that you can be saved. Take time to read slowly and to ponder. Pondering is one way to invite the Holy Ghost to teach you. You may want to write down ideas and thoughts in your scriptures or study journal.
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Answer two of the following questions:
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What impressions did you have as you studied these verses?
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What are some phrases in these verses that stand out to you?
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What did you find that causes you to rejoice?
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You may want to watch the video “Jesus Christ Suffered for Us,” available at ChurchofJesusChrist.org, looking for how various individuals were blessed through the Savior’s Atonement.
Read Mosiah 3:11–13, looking for what you need to do to receive joy and salvation through Jesus Christ. Read slowly and ponder these verses. The following questions can help you ponder.
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Answer the following questions:
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What have you learned or felt about Jesus Christ that motivates you to repent?
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Why do you think the remission of sins brings joy?
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Recall what you need to be saved from. Think about what you studied in Mosiah 3 and the impressions you received from the Spirit. Strive to exercise faith, to repent, and to believe in Christ so that you can receive the Savior’s help and the joy that comes from being forgiven.