Mosiah 29–Alma 4

Overview

Among the Nephites, a man named Nehor taught false doctrine that caused people in his day, and others in years to come, to reject their Savior. Because of his influence, some people “began to persecute those that did belong to the church of God” (Alma 1:19). Later, a man named Amlici led a rebellion against the Nephites that caused many to die in battle. Over time, the pride and contention demonstrated by some members of the Savior’s Church caused the Church to fail in its progress. As a result, Alma felt inspired to resign as chief judge to devote himself to preaching the word of God.

Prepare to Teach

The following information provides teachers with ideas of what may need to be prepared in advance for each lesson.

Alma 1:1–18

Lesson purpose: This lesson can help students recognize and reject false teachings that could turn them away from Jesus Christ.

Student preparation: Students could study the section “I can recognize and reject false teachings” in the outline “June 3–9. Mosiah 29–Alma 4: ‘They Were Steadfast and Immovable’” in Come, Follow Me—For Individuals and Families: Book of Mormon 2024.
Video: “Repentance: A Joyful Choice” (15:45; watch from time code 9:17 to 10:10)
Videoconference teaching suggestion: When students have found scriptures that correct Nehor’s false teachings, they could share their responses using the chat feature.

Alma 1:19–33

Lesson purpose: This lesson can help students respond faithfully and feel peace even if they face persecution for being a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Student preparation: Invite students to think about times in their life when their beliefs were challenged and how they responded.
Video: “The Cost—and Blessings—of Discipleship” (14:45; watch from time code 0:25 to 2:05)
Videoconference teaching suggestion: Consider inviting students to use the chat feature to list actions the Nephites took. This will give students a list they can all refer to, allowing them to add actions that their classmates found to their own lists.

Alma 2–3

Lesson purpose: This lesson can help students better understand the consequences of whom they choose to follow during this life.

Student preparation: Invite students to read or listen to Alma 2–3 before coming to class. Have them think about what they can learn from the account in these chapters.
Content to display: The chart titled “The wages of him whom he listeth to obey,” either displayed or copied on the board for students to fill out
Items: Pieces of paper to represent currency; two bags or boxes

Alma 4

Lesson purpose: This lesson can help students use the word of God to overcome pride and contention.

Student preparation: Invite students to come prepared to share a scripture or statement from a Church leader about humility.
Object lesson: “Stumbling block” written on a sheet of paper taped on the floor in the entrance to the classroom
Video: “Alma Preaches the Word of God” (10:33; watch from time code 0:36 to 1:59)
Videoconference teaching suggestion: Consider displaying a chart throughout the lesson, with one side showing the problems Alma and his people were experiencing and the other side showing the solutions. Invite students to add to this chart throughout the lesson and copy it into their study journals.

Doctrinal Mastery Review 10

Lesson purpose: This lesson will give students opportunities to practice applying some of the doctrinal mastery passages they have studied this year to their own life.

Student preparation: Invite students to choose one of the first 12 doctrinal mastery references that they find meaningful. Encourage students to come prepared to share why their chosen reference is meaningful to them.
Content to display: The chart with the first 12 doctrinal mastery passages
Videoconference teaching suggestion: Students could use the chat feature to post various challenges or problems that exist in the world. They could then post doctrinal mastery passages that could help people facing those challenges or problems.