“3 Nephi 11:18–41: Jesus Christ Declares His Doctrine,” Book of Mormon Student Manual (2024)
“3 Nephi 11:18–41,” Book of Mormon Student Manual
3 Nephi 11:18–41
Jesus Christ Declares His Doctrine
Have you ever thought about what truths missionaries share with those they are teaching? One of their most important messages relates to what we must do to receive the blessings of eternal life. This message is sometimes called the doctrine of Christ (see 2 Nephi 31:21). The Savior taught this doctrine to the Nephites shortly after appearing to them at the temple. This lesson can help you better understand and explain the doctrine of Jesus Christ.
Becoming a follower of Jesus Christ
Imagine you have a friend who has become interested in the Church. Your friend tells you he has a good feeling about what he has learned and experienced so far. He wants to know what he should do next to follow the Savior more fully.
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What might you invite your friend to do? Why?
“This is my doctrine”
Shortly after the resurrected Savior appeared to the Nephites in the land of Bountiful, He taught them His doctrine. This doctrine, sometimes referred to as “the doctrine of Christ” (2 Nephi 31:21), helps us understand how we can follow Jesus Christ and receive the blessings of eternal life. Today you will have an opportunity to better understand the doctrine of Christ and explain it in your own words.
Self-assessment
As you conclude the lesson, take some time to ponder how you can apply the doctrine of Christ to your life each day. The following self-assessment can help you identify ways you are currently living the Savior’s doctrine, as well as ways you could improve.
Respond to each of the following statements with one of these answers: “regularly,” “sometimes,” or “rarely.”
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I exercise faith in Jesus Christ by striving to keep the commandments and trust that He can help me overcome my challenges.
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I repent daily for my mistakes and seek for the Savior’s power to help me become more like Him.
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I strive to keep my baptismal covenants and weekly renew that effort by worthily partaking of the sacrament.
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I invite the Holy Ghost into my life through regular prayer to Heavenly Father and study and seek to act on spiritual promptings.