The Living Christ: 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

“The Living Christ: Overview,” Doctrine and Covenants Seminary Teacher Manual (2025)

“The Living Christ,” Doctrine and Covenants Seminary Teacher Manual

The Living Christ

Overview

In 2000, the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles issued the declaration “The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles” to commemorate the 2,000th anniversary of the Savior’s birth. It declares important truths about the Savior that can help and bless us.

Help students come to know Jesus Christ: As students come to know the Savior for themselves, they will learn from Him and intentionally strive to be like Him. They will be more likely to turn to Him for help, hope, and healing throughout their lives. They will be able to feel God’s love. For more on how to help students deepen their understanding of Christ, see “Teach about the Titles, Roles, and Attributes of Jesus Christ” in Teaching in the Savior’s Way. You can also see an example of how to do this in this week’s lesson titled “The Living Christ, Part 1.”

Prepare to Teach

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

The Living Christ, Part 1

Lesson purpose: To help students deepen their understanding of Jesus Christ.

Student preparation: Invite students to read “The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles” as part of their personal scripture study, looking for important truths about the Savior.
Images: Jesus Christ; the world
Materials: Copies of “The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles” (Alternatively, invite students to locate it in their study journals.)
Videos: “General Conference: Strengthening Faith and Testimony” (15:49; watch from time code 6:13 to 6:56); “Excerpts from ‘The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles’” (2:45)

The Living Christ, Part 2

Lesson purpose: To help students share their thoughts and feelings about Jesus Christ with others.

Student preparation: Invite students to review “The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles” and identify phrases they would like to share with others. Encourage them to follow any promptings they receive about what to share and who to share it with.
Item to display: Something you love and want to share with your class, such as a picture, an experience, or a favorite food
Materials: Paper and writing utensils; old Church magazines, if available, for students to cut out images or words to create a collage
Video: “Memorize ‘The Living Christ’: Goal Setting Ideas” (2:05)