Getting Started

Ponder:Why does Heavenly Father want me to become self-reliant? When we become self-reliant, how are we becoming like Him?

Read:With the group, read the letter from the First Presidency (on page 2) and President Monson’s statement (on the right).

“Self-reliance is … an essential element in our spiritual as well as our temporal well-being. … ‘Salvation can be obtained on no other principle.’”

Thomas S. Monson, “Guiding Principles of Personal and Family Welfare,” Ensign, Sept. 1986, 3

Discuss:What are the promises in these messages? What is your duty?

Read:Read Doctrine and Covenants 29:34 (on the right).

“All things unto me are spiritual, and not at any time have I given unto you a law which was temporal.”

Doctrine and Covenants 29:34

Discuss:What do you learn from Doctrine and Covenants 29:34 about going to school, getting a job, or starting a business? Why is it so important to understand this truth?

Read:My Foundation is an important part of self-reliance group meetings. Group members who attend meetings and keep their commitments will be eligible to receive a certificate from LDS Business College. Turn to page 29 to review the requirements for receiving a certificate.

In principle 12 of My Foundation, we will talk about the importance of temple ordinances as they relate to self-reliance. With our families, we may prepare now for that lesson. Let’s begin our family history by using the booklet My Family: Stories That Bring Us Together. We will strengthen all aspects of our lives as we honor our covenants and help bring blessings to our ancestors.

Facilitator Tip

Trust the materials.

Follow the outline.

Manage time effectively.