“Lesson 16: ‘Ye Shall Be Called the Children of Christ’” Book of Mormon Class Member Study Guide (1999), 10–11
“Lesson 16,” Book of Mormon Class Member Study Guide, 10–11
Lesson 16
“Ye Shall Be Called the Children of Christ”
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Why do you think King Benjamin emphasized his people’s “nothingness” and unworthiness? (See Mosiah 4:5–8, 11–12.) Why is it essential for us to recognize our dependence on the Lord?
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According to King Benjamin, what obligations do parents have to their children? (See Mosiah 4:14–15.)
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King Benjamin instructed his people to care for the needy (Mosiah 4:16–17, 22). Why do we have “great cause to repent” if we refuse to help the needy? (See Mosiah 4:18–23.) In what sense are we all beggars? (See Mosiah 4:19–20.)
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What counsel did King Benjamin give to the poor who could not impart of their substance? (See Mosiah 4:24–25.) How can you develop a generous heart regardless of your financial situation?
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King Benjamin taught his people that to avoid sin and maintain their commitment to God, they must watch their thoughts, words, and deeds (Mosiah 4:29–30). How are thoughts, words, and deeds related?
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What effect did the Spirit of the Lord have on the people as King Benjamin spoke to them? (See Mosiah 5:2–5.) How might our lives and relationships be affected if we “had no more disposition to do evil”?
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What does it mean to become children of Christ? (See Mosiah 5:2, 5–7.) What does it mean to “take upon [ourselves] the name of Christ”? (See Mosiah 5:8–11.) What can you do each day to help you keep Christ’s name written in your heart? (See Mosiah 5:11–15.)
Suggestion for Family Discussion
Read Mosiah 4:16–27 as a family. Discuss things you can do together to help people in need. You may want to plan a service project. You may also want to talk about fast offerings and how they are used.