Scripture Study—The Power of the Word (Religion 215)

“Scripture Study—The Power of the Word (Religion 215),” Institute Student Readings (2018)

“Scripture Study—The Power of the Word (Religion 215)”

Scripture Study—The Power of the Word (Religion 215)

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Lesson 1: What Is Scripture?

Amos 3:7; Joseph Smith Translation, Luke 16:16 (in the Bible appendix); 2 Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20–21; Hebrews 1:1–2; Revelation 22:18–19; Doctrine and Covenants 1:14, 24, 38; 21:1–5; 68:3–4; 137–38; Official Declaration 2; Articles of Faith 1:9.
True to the Faith: A Gospel Reference (2004), 155–59.
Jeffrey R. Holland, “My Words … Never Cease,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2008, 91–94.

Lesson 2: The Standard Works

The introduction to the Bible; the title page and introduction to the Book of Mormon; the introduction to the Doctrine and Covenants; the introduction to the Pearl of Great Price.

Lesson 3: Why Study the Scriptures?

Joshua 1:8; Psalm 119:105; Luke 24:27–32; 1 Nephi 1:12; 15:24; 2 Nephi 32:3; Jacob 2:8; Alma 17:2; Helaman 15:7–8; Doctrine and Covenants 11:21–22; 18:34–36.
D. Todd Christofferson, “The Blessing of Scripture,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2010, 32–35.
Richard G. Scott, “The Power of Scripture,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2011, 6–8.

Lesson 4: Basic Components of Scripture Study

1 Kings 19:11–12; Ezra 7:10; 1 Corinthians 2:9–16.
David A. Bednar, “Because We Have Them before Our Eyes,” New Era, Apr. 2006, 2–7.
Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Receiving a Testimony of Light and Truth,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2014, 20–23.

Lesson 5: Techniques of Effective Scripture Study

1 Samuel 17; Isaiah 58:13–14; 1 Nephi 19:7; 2 Nephi 3:12; Alma 30; 32:28–43; Helaman 11:1–18; Moroni 7:16–17; Doctrine and Covenants 9; 10:55; 20:77, 79; 30:1; 97:21; 46:7–8.
Preach My Gospel: A Guide to Missionary Service (2018), 22–23.

Lesson 6: Marking Scripture

Isaiah 18:1–2; 58:3–12; Galatians 5:22–26; Ephesians 5:23–28; 6:13–18; 2 Nephi 5:5–7, 11; Moroni 7:45–48; Doctrine and Covenants 25; 27:15–18; 46; 76:50–70.
Preach My Gospel, 24.

Lesson 7: Study Aids in the LDS Scriptures

Genesis 1:1; Ezekiel 37:16; Daniel 1:12; 2:4–5; Doctrine and Covenants 84:85.
Bible Dictionary, “Joseph Smith Translation.”

Lesson 8: Prophets Interpret Scripture

Matthew 13:24–30; Acts 10:34–35; 2 Peter 1:20–21; Doctrine and Covenants 29:17; Abraham 3:22–23.
Dieter F. Uchtdorf, “Why Do We Need Prophets?” Ensign, Mar. 2012, 4–6.
L. Tom Perry, “The Doctrines and Principles Contained in the Articles of Faith,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2013, 46–48.

Lesson 9: Using Scripture to Understand Scripture

2 Nephi 29:6–14; Mormon 7:8–9.
Robert J. Matthews, “Searching the Scriptures: What Do the Scriptures Say about the Scriptures?” Ensign, May 1973, 22–24.

Lesson 10: Studying Scripture in Context

Matthew 4:6; 7:2; 15:5; 21:22; 28:19; Mark 4:24; 7:11; Luke 6:38; John 1:18; 1 Corinthians 7:25–38; Joseph Smith Translation, 1 Corinthians 7:29 (in the Bible appendix); Ephesians 2:8–9; Jacob 2:22–3:5; Mosiah 12:20–21; Alma 12:20–21; 3 Nephi 13:25.
Bruce R. McConkie, “Ten Keys to Understanding Isaiah,” Ensign, Oct. 1973, 78–83.
Thomas S. Monson, “Come, Learn of Me,” Ensign, Dec. 1985, 46–48.

Lesson 11: Bridging the Cultural Gap

2 Samuel 11:2; Habakkuk 1:9; Matthew 5:14; 16:2; 18:23–35; 24:17, 32.
M. Russell Ballard, “Learning the Lessons of the Past,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2009, 31–34.
Jay E. Jensen, “Scripture Stories as Patterns for Our Lives,” Ensign, July 2009, 14–19.

Lesson 12: Literary Styles of Scripture

Genesis 1:1–5; 4:10; Judges 5:20; Job 19:20; Proverbs 15:1; Ecclesiastes 3:2; Isaiah 24:1; Joel 1:5; Habakkuk 2:20; Malachi 4:1; Matthew 5:13; 19:24; Acts 20:7; Jacob 7:20; Mosiah 27:24; 3 Nephi 29:5; Doctrine and Covenants 45:53; 82:14; 84:101.
Old Testament Student Manual: Genesis–2 Samuel, 3rd ed. (Church Educational System manual, 2003), 302–6.

Lesson 13: Scriptural Use of Symbolism

Exodus 25–30; Joel 2:8; Matthew 13:31, 33, 44; Revelation 1:16; 12:3; 1 Nephi 8:2–35; 11:21–25, 36; 12:16–18; 15:21–30.
David A. Bednar, “Lehi’s Dream: Holding Fast to the Rod,” Ensign, Oct. 2011, 32–37.

Lesson 14: Using Scriptures to Meet Personal Needs

Luke 4:16–21; 24:13–32; 1 Nephi 17; 19:24; Alma 7:11–12; 3 Nephi 23:7–14.
Henry B. Eyring, “A Discussion on Scripture Study,” Ensign, July 2005, 22–26.
Jay E. Jensen, “Scripture Stories as Patterns for Our Lives,” Ensign, July 2009, 14–19.

Lesson 15: Jesus Christ—The Central Focus of All Scripture

John 5:39; 17:3; 1 Corinthians 11:23–29; Galatians 3:24; 2 Nephi 11:4; Jacob 4:4–6; Alma 34:13–15; 37:38–46; 3 Nephi 18:1–11; Moses 6:63.
Dallin H. Oaks, “The Light and Life of the World,” Ensign, Nov. 1987, 63–66.