2 Kings 2–7

2 Kings 2–7

Overview

The Lord gave Elisha power and authority to succeed Elijah as His prophet. The Lord also miraculously healed Naaman of leprosy and sent chariots of fire to protect Elisha from a Syrian army.

Bear testimony often, and invite learners to share their feelings, experiences, and testimonies. As students express their feelings, experiences, and testimonies, the Holy Ghost will bear witness of truths they share to their own hearts and to others. An example of how to do this can be found in Lesson 84: “2 Kings 5.”

To learn more about the power of sharing testimony, see “The Savior Bore Testimony to Those He Taught” (Teaching in the Savior’s Way [2022], 19).

Prepare to teach

The following information provides you with ideas of what you may need to prepare in advance for each lesson.

2 Kings 2–4

Lesson purpose: To help students understand that the Lord gives authority to the people He calls and power to those who serve righteously.

• Student preparation: Invite students to think about a time when they or someone they know has served in a Church calling. Invite students to ponder the question, “When have I witnessed the Lord’s power and authority in fulfilling Church callings?”

• Image: Picture of a doctor or another professional with authority to act in their position

• Materials for students: Drawings of Elijah and Elisha near the Jordan River

• Video: “Jesus Calls Twelve Apostles to Preach and Bless Others” (1:38)

2 Kings 5

Lesson purpose: To help students obey the small and simple things the Lord asks us to do.

• Student preparation: Invite students to read Alma 37:6–7, looking for what they can learn about small and simple things. Or you could encourage students to pay attention to small things they do often that make a big difference in their life or that affect their relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.

• Content to display: A plant or a picture of a plant with drip irrigation; signs around the room designating one area as “Syria,” one area as “Elisha’s House,” and one area as “Jordan River”; scenario and questions at the end of the lesson

• Materials for students: Paper and scissors for groups of students to cut out three large water droplets to be placed on the board

• Videos: “Small and Simple Things” (17:35) from time code 4:46 to 5:40, “Abide the Day in Christ” (10:33) from time code 2:30 to 4:23

2 Kings 6

Lesson purpose: To help students feel increased confidence in the Lord’s constant and watchful care.

• Student preparation: Invite students to prepare to share an experience when the Lord blessed or protected them or someone they know.

• Content to display: Instructions, scriptures references, and President Eyring statement to help students fill out a chart; Sister Craig statement; instructions and application prompts at the end of the lesson

• Video: “Eyes to See” (9:44) from time code 0:52 to 1:27