Doctrine and Covenants 88: Overview

Doctrine and Covenants Seminary Teacher Manual

Contents
Title Page
Introduction to the Doctrine and Covenants Seminary Teacher Manual
Doctrine and Covenants Lessons
- The Restoration Proclamation
- Doctrine and Covenants 1
- Joseph Smith—History 1:1–26
- Doctrine and Covenants 2; Joseph Smith—History 1:27–65
- Doctrine and Covenants 3–5
- Doctrine and Covenants 6–9
- Doctrine and Covenants 10–11
- Doctrine and Covenants 12–17; Joseph Smith—History 1:66–75
- Doctrine and Covenants 18
- Doctrine and Covenants 19
- Doctrine and Covenants 20–22
- Doctrine and Covenants 23–26
- Doctrine and Covenants 27–28
- Doctrine and Covenants 29
- Doctrine and Covenants 30–36
- Doctrine and Covenants 37–40
- Doctrine and Covenants 41–44
- Doctrine and Covenants 45
- Doctrine and Covenants 46–48
- Doctrine and Covenants 49–50
- Doctrine and Covenants 51–57
- Doctrine and Covenants 58–59
- Doctrine and Covenants 60–63
- Doctrine and Covenants 64–66
- Doctrine and Covenants 67–70
- Doctrine and Covenants 71–75
- Doctrine and Covenants 76
- Doctrine and Covenants 77–80
- Doctrine and Covenants 81–83
- Doctrine and Covenants 84
- Doctrine and Covenants 85–87
- Doctrine and Covenants 88
- Doctrine and Covenants 89–92
- Doctrine and Covenants 93
- Doctrine and Covenants 94–97
- Doctrine and Covenants 98–101
- Doctrine and Covenants 102–105
- Doctrine and Covenants 106–108
- Doctrine and Covenants 109–110
- Doctrine and Covenants 111–114
- Doctrine and Covenants 115–120
- Doctrine and Covenants 121–123
- Doctrine and Covenants 124
- Doctrine and Covenants 125–128
- Doctrine and Covenants 129–132
- Doctrine and Covenants 133–134
- Doctrine and Covenants 135–136
- Doctrine and Covenants 137–138
- The Articles of Faith and Official Declarations 1 and 2
- The Family: A Proclamation to the World
- The Living Christ
Life Preparation Lessons
- Doctrinal Mastery: Finding Answers to My Questions
- Scripture Study Skills
- For the Strength of Youth: Making Choices
- Building Self-Reliance
- Physical and Emotional Health
- Preparing for Future Education and Employment
- Succeeding in School
- Missionary Preparation
- Temple Preparation
- Teachings of Church Leaders
Appendix

“Doctrine and Covenants 88: Overview,” Doctrine and Covenants Seminary Teacher Manual (2025)

“Doctrine and Covenants 88,” Doctrine and Covenants Seminary Teacher Manual

Doctrine and Covenants 88

Overview

In late December of 1832 and early January of 1833, the Lord revealed a message that Joseph Smith designated as the “olive leaf.” This message of peace from the Lord revealed many truths of eternal significance, including the power through which He governs His creations and truth about His eternal law. The Savior taught about the Resurrection and that the law we obey determines the glory we receive when resurrected. He invited His followers to draw near to Him. He commanded His people to build a temple and gave instructions to organize the School of the Prophets.

Assessing students’ knowledge: Students’ knowledge of gospel topics may vary. It can be helpful to determine how much they know about something to help them progress. Inviting them to share what they have learned or asking if they have questions can help you determine the parts of the lesson they need to focus on. For more on how the Savior did this, see the section “The Savior Was Always Ready to Respond to the Needs of Others” in Teaching in the Savior’s Way. You can also see an example of how to do this in this week’s lesson titled “Doctrine and Covenants 88:14–41.”

Prepare to teach

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

Doctrine and Covenants 88:1–13, 41–50

Lesson purpose: To help students feel a greater appreciation for the influence of the Light of Christ in their lives.

Student preparation: Consider inviting students to take time to look into the night sky or search for images of space online and to ponder God’s majesty as seen in the visible universe.
Handout: “The Light of Christ (Part 1 and Part 2)”

Doctrine and Covenants 88:14–41

Lesson purpose: To help students increase their confidence that they can receive celestial glory.

Student preparation: Invite students to create a short list of how laws benefit our lives. Encourage them to be prepared to share their thoughts.

Doctrine and Covenants 88:51–95

Lesson purpose: To help students receive the blessings of drawing near to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.

Student preparation: Invite students to ask Heavenly Father in prayer what they can do to feel closer to Him and Jesus Christ.
Video: “How I #HearHim: Elder Dale G. Renlund” (3:00)

Doctrine and Covenants 88:76-80,117–141

Lesson purpose: To help students learn by faith in Jesus Christ in various settings.

Student preparation: Encourage students to reflect on anything they are doing to learn about Jesus Christ and increase faith in Him. Invite them to come prepared to share ideas and progress with the class.
Video: “Embrace the Future with Faith” (16:24; watch from time code 10:28 to 11:20)
Items: A school bag and several pieces of paper