New Testament Institute Teacher Manual Title Page New Testament Institute Teacher Manual: Introduction to the CourseThis chapter introduces ideas for teaching an institute New Testament course. Ideas for the First Day of ClassThis chapter introduces ideas for teaching the first day of class for an institute New Testament course. The Living ChristIn “The Living Christ,” the Apostles testify of Jesus Christ’s matchless life, divine mission, and sacred roles. Matthew 1; Luke 1This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 1; Luke 1 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 2; Luke 2This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 2; Luke 2 for an institute New Testament course. John 1This chapter introduces ideas for teaching John 1 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 3; Mark 1; Luke 3This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 3; Mark 1; Luke 3 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 4; Luke 4–5This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 4; Luke 4–5 for an institute New Testament course. John 2–4This chapter introduces ideas for teaching John 2–4 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 5; Luke 6This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 5; Luke 6 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 6–7This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 6–7 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 8; Mark 2–4; Luke 7This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 8; Mark 2–4; Luke 7 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 9–10; Mark 5; Luke 9This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 9–10; Mark 5; Luke 9 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 11–12; Luke 11This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 11–12; Luke 11 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 13; Luke 8; 13This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 13; Luke 8; 13 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 14; Mark 6; John 5–6This chapter introduces ideas for teaching Matthew 14; Mark 6; John 5–6 for an institute New Testament course. Matthew 15–17; Mark 7–9Peter testified that Jesus is the Christ. Jesus promised Peter “the keys of the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 18; Luke 10Jesus shared the parable of the good Samaritan. He taught Martha the importance of prioritizing the things of God. John 7–10Jesus provided greater understanding about His divinity and mission. He taught that He is the Good Shepherd. Luke 12–17; John 11Jesus taught several parables, including the parables of the great supper, the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. He healed ten lepers and raised Lazarus from the dead. Matthew 19–20; Mark 10; Luke 18Those who sacrifice for Christ will receive everlasting life. Jesus taught the parables of the laborers in the vineyard, the unjust judge, and the Pharisee and the publican. Matthew 21–23; Mark 11; Luke 19–20; John 12The Savior taught about marriage, His Resurrection, and the two great commandments. He rebuked the Jewish leaders for their hypocrisy. Joseph Smith—Matthew 1; Matthew 24–25; Mark 12–13; Luke 21During the last week of His mortal ministry, the Savior answered His disciples’ questions about His Second Coming. He also taught them how to prepare for His return using parables. Matthew 26; Mark 14; John 13Jesus taught that the Father and the Son were glorified through His Atonement. He commanded His disciples to follow His example of love. John 14–17On the final evening of His mortal ministry, the Savior taught His Apostles important truths about love, obedience, and the Holy Ghost. Luke 22; John 18After the Last Supper, Jesus Christ suffered in Gethsemane. He was betrayed and arrested. Matthew 27; Mark 15; Luke 23; John 19 Matthew 28; Mark 16; Luke 24; John 20–21 Acts 1–5 Acts 6–9 Acts 10–15 Acts 16–21Acts 16–21 contain a record of Paul’s second and third missions Acts 22–28Paul boldly testified of his conversion to Jesus Christ everywhere he traveled. Romans 1–6The Apostle Paul taught that all people need the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Romans 7–16Paul testified that Jesus Christ rescues us from our inward struggle with the flesh and sin. 1 Corinthians 1–7In His epistle to the Corinthian Saints, Paul taught a wide variety of gospel truths to strengthen them. 1 Corinthians 8–13Paul addressed eating meat that had been offered to pagan idols, self-mastery, overcoming temptation, and dress and grooming standards. 1 Corinthians 14–16As one of the many eyewitnesses of the risen Lord, Paul taught the reality of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and of all mankind. 2 Corinthians 1–7The Apostle Paul admonished the Corinthian Saints to love and forgive one another. He taught them how to be reconciled to Heavenly Father through the Atonement of Jesus Christ and become new creatures. 2 Corinthians 8–13Paul counseled the Saints in Corinth to follow the Savior’s example and cheerfully give to those in need. GalatiansPaul taught about the role faith in Christ plays in our salvation and how to receive the blessings of the Spirit. EphesiansPaul taught that the blood of Jesus Christ saves all, that the Lord’s Church is built on the foundation of apostles and prophets and that Jesus Christ is the chief cornerstone, and counseled husbands and wives to love and respect one another. Philippians and ColossiansPaul taught that if we live in faith and gratitude, the Lord can further the gospel cause through us. 1 and 2 ThessaloniansPaul taught the Thessalonian Saints to work, provide for their own needs, and not be weary in well-doing. 1 and 2 Timothy; Titus; PhilemonPaul prophesied of perilous times in the latter days, and he testified of the power of God’s words to make us wise unto salvation. Hebrews 1–6Paul emphasized that the Savior is the Creator of this world and the heir of all that Heavenly Father has. Hebrews 7–13Paul taught that Jesus Christ is our Great High Priest and Mediator and that faith is the assurance of things hoped for but not seen. JamesJames taught that “pure religion” includes caring for the poor, the fatherless, and widows. He taught that we demonstrate faith through the works of righteousness. 1 and 2 PeterPeter taught that if they endured persecution well, they would receive salvation and eternal glory. He reminded them that the Savior had chosen and called them to be a holy people. 1–3 John; JudeAs eyewitnesses of the resurrected Savior, John and Jude counseled the faithful on how they might resist false doctrines. Revelation 1–5While on the island of Patmos, the Apostle John received a revelation from Jesus Christ. Revelation 6–14In his vision, John saw the judgments of God poured out upon the earth’s inhabitants in the last days. Revelation 15–22In his vision, John saw the fall of spiritual Babylon. He saw the glory of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.