“Index,” Teaching, No Greater Call: A Resource Guide for Gospel Teaching (1999), 241–49 “Index,” Teaching, No Greater Call, 241–49 Index A Activities group, for teaching youth 121–22 guidelines for planning 121–22 should teach and enlighten 117 simplifying for younger children 117 Activity sheets See Work sheets Activity verses 159 Adam and Eve, commanded to teach their children 3 190 Adapting lessons based on age-group needs 33 examples of 102 Adults common characteristics of 123–24 individual differences among 124 teaching 123–124 Age characteristics, descriptions of children’s 110–16 Age-groups, teaching children in combined 117 Agency follow the Lord’s example in respecting 211 great gift from the Lord 211 teaching allows learners full exercise of 3 210–11 Agents, teachers are the Lord’s 8 Answers, responding to incorrect 64–65 69 Application teachers’ responsibilities to encourage 74 teaching methods that encourage 74 159–60 Archibald, Dallas N., teaching with love enlarges hearers’ soul 31 Attention increased through discussions 63 inviting, through effective lesson beginnings 93 observing learners’ 71 ways to maintain learners’ 71–72 Attention activities 160 Audio recordings See Audiovisual materials Audiovisual materials Church policies on use of 160 suggestions for using 160 B Ballard, M. Russell activities should teach and enlighten 117 gospel learning in the home 128 seek to increase spiritual knowledge 16 trust bestowed on teachers of children 108 Beginning a lesson effectively, contributes to a learning atmosphere 79 examples of 93 guidelines for 93 Behavior problems See Disruptive behavior Benson, Ezra Taft caution against reinterpreting Church history 53 effects of the Spirit 13 fathers’ righteous leadership 129–30 first obtain the Lord’s word 14 mothers’ teaching influence 131–32 purpose of the school of the prophets 213 righteous traditions unite families 135–36 study scriptures daily 15 suggestions for home teachers 145 teach children to cherish the gospel 205 teach from scriptures and latter-day prophets 52 54 the Lord magnifies His servants 20 the Spirit matters most 198–99 Bible Dictionary, as a study help for scriptures 56 Brainstorming how to use 160–61 to stimulate ideas 160 Brothers and sisters, teaching influence of 142–43 Buzz sessions 161 C Caldwell, C. Max, Spirit guides lesson preparation 48 Calling an opportunity to serve 20 comes from the Lord 20 example of Jacob and Joseph in magnifying 20 magnifying your 20 setting apart completes 20 sustaining vote is part of 20 Case studies 73 161–62 Cautions, for teachers to keep doctrine pure 52–53 Chalkboard, using the 162–63 225 Charity definition of 12 32 receiving the gift of 12 Children able to teach parents many things 143 age characteristics of 110–16 effective methods for teaching 59 80–81 encouraging participation of 81 guidelines for understanding and teaching 80–81 108–17 need to learn gospel truths 127 parents’ teaching of, during private visits 139 parents’ teaching of, during unplanned teaching moments 140–41 speaking positively to 80–81 suggestions for telling stories to 181–82 teaching, from the scriptures 59 127 137–38 teaching, through patterns of gospel living 6 135–36 ways to create a learning atmosphere for 80–81 87 what parents should teach 127–28 Choral readings 163 Christ See Jesus Christ Church history, cautions against reshaping or reinterpreting 53 Clark, J. Reuben, Jr. Church President receives revelation for the Church 53 priceless value of gospel teaching 2 youth are eager to learn the gospel 6 205 Classroom visits by leaders 28 Classroom preparation contributes to a learning atmosphere 76 suggestions for 76 Comparisons, using, as a teaching method 163–64 224–25 Concluding a lesson allowing time for 94 description of effective conclusions 94 examples of 94–95 Conference talks, creating lessons from 100–101 Contacts See Teacher-leader contacts Context, helpful for understanding scripture passages 54–55 Cook, Gene R. Spirit is the true teacher 41 teaching our children individually 139 Cross-references, as a study help for scriptures 56 D Demonstrations 164–65 Diligent learning individual responsibility for 61–62 208–10 suggestions for fostering 62 211–12 teachers’ responsibility to foster 61–62 208–12 Dioramas 165 Disabilities See Members with disabilities Discipline, in the classroom, helped by having a learning atmosphere 218 Discussions benefits of 54 63 concluding 65 guidelines for conducting 63–65 228–29 useful in assessing learners’ understanding 63 73 Disruptive behavior, responding to 84–87 Distractions often prevented by maintaining a learning atmosphere 220–21 suggestions for reducing 220–21 Doctrine cautions to maintain purity of 52 power of 50–51 203–7 provides spiritual protection 51 224 responsibility of teachers to teach pure 52–53 203–7 true, changes attitudes and behavior 51 205 Dramatizations cautions concerning 166 using 165–66 Drawing activities 166–67 E Eighteen-month-old children, characteristics of 110 Eight-year-old children, characteristics of 114–15 Eleven-year-old children, characteristics of 116 Entertainment, insufficient to nourish the soul 6 Enthusiasm, contributes to a learning atmosphere 80 Evaluating your lesson presentations 103–4 236 Example powerful teaching tool 18–19 121 128 192 requires personal commitment 18–19 Examples, as a teaching method 167–68 Experiences sharing appropriate, contributes to a learning atmosphere 80 sharing appropriate, invites the Spirit 45 Eye contact, to increase learners’ attentiveness 71 Eyring, Henry B. humility leads to dependence on the Spirit 200 unity and love essential for learning 77 F Faith, required to obtain the Lord’s word 14 Family patterns of gospel living established within 135–36 teaching should strengthen 109 119 127 Family councils, teaching opportunities in 139 Family home evening, teaching in 138 Family mealtimes, teaching opportunities during 138–39 Family prayer, teaching opportunities in 128 137 Family scripture study, teaching opportunities in 15 127 137–38 Fathers suggestions for righteous leadership 129–30 teaching responsibility of 129–30 Fasting, to obtain the Lord’s word 14–15 Faust, James E. gift of agency 211 the Lord works through the humble and diligent 21 Five-year-old children, characteristics of 112 Flannel boards 168 Footnotes, as a study help for scriptures 56 Four-year-old children, characteristics of 111–12 G Games as a teaching method 168–70 guidelines for selecting 168–69 Goals, setting, for improvement 25 Gospel hobbies avoid teaching 53 defined 53 Grandparents, teaching influence of 142 Grant, Heber J., teach by example 18 Group activities, for teaching youth 121–22 Guest speakers 170 H Hales, Robert D. parents should help children recognize the Spirit 141 parents should teach with humility, faith, prayer 128 Headings, as a study help for scriptures 56 Hinckley, Gordon B. definition of magnify 20 definition of meekness 201 discipline with love 84 effective teaching is the essence of leadership 150 191 faith is like a muscle, strengthened by use 224 fathers’ responsibilities to their families 129 fundamental importance of gospel teaching 3 home and visiting teaching 144 keep doctrine pure 52 mothers’ sacred responsibility 132 needs of new members 37 power of music to invite Spirit 173 teach from the heart 189 teach doctrine from standard works 54 we can do better 189 world starved for spiritual food 5 192 Holland, Jeffrey R. be teachers “come from God,” 238 mothers’ vital role 132 no greater call than teaching 3 190 teaching in leadership meetings 152 Holy Ghost See Spirit Home teachers duties of 145–46 importance of, in members’ lives 145–46 192 Home teaching creative ideas for 145 preparing and delivering the message 146 selecting the message 145 Home, teaching in the 125–48 Humility essential to receive the Lord’s help 200 influencing others through 41–42 219 Hunter, Howard W. God acts by persuasion, patience, long-suffering 219 set regular time for scripture study 16 Spirit is manifest in many ways 47 use study helps in the scriptures 56 I Ideas, collecting and recording 23 Improvement chart for planning 25 making a plan for 24–27 setting goals for 25 with the Lord’s help 26–27 Improvement meetings See Teacher improvement meetings Incorrect answers, suggestions for responding to 64–65 69 Interest, increased through discussions 63 Interpretations, cautions against private and unorthodox 53 205 Interviews, leaders teaching in 153 Irreverence See Disruptive behavior J Jack, Elaine L., serving the Lord through visiting teaching 147 Jesus Christ coming unto, highest purpose of human existence v 3 190 source of lasting nourishment 5 teaching about, contributes to a learning atmosphere 80 the preeminent example of a leader 150–51 Jesus Christ, words of appoint among yourselves a teacher 77 238 declare glad tidings, with all humility 41 feed my sheep 5 first seek to obtain my word 8 14 he that preacheth and he that receiveth rejoice together 9 47 I am the bread of life 5 I am the light ye shall hold up 3 I will make weak things become strong 24 234 if ye receive not the Spirit ye shall not teach 9 198 if any man will do his will, he shall know of the doctrine 14 19 instruct and edify each other 152 love one another 12 79 no one can assist in the work except he be humble and full of love 31 85 194 not everyone that saith Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven 74 ponder upon the things which I have said 97 power maintained only by persuasion, long-suffering, gentleness, and meekness 86 pray in your families unto the Father 137 pray always 45 preach my gospel by the Spirit 9 search the scriptures 8 seek learning by study and faith 14 teach children the gospel 127 teach diligently and my grace will attend 8 teach that which the prophets and apostles have written 8 teach the doctrine of the kingdom 203 teach the principles of my gospel which are in the Bible and the Book of Mormon 9 that which cometh from above is sacred 91 these words are not of men, but of me 45 the spirit of contention is not of me 70 the worth of souls is great in the sight of God 35 84 this is my work and my glory 4 treasure up continually the words of life 14 153 whether by mine own voice or by the voice of my servants 20 whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall give shall never thirst 5–6 ye are on the Lord’s errand 8 Journal, or notebook, useful for recording insights 17 23 99 K Kimball, Spencer W. avoid unorthodox teachings 53 205 evaluating our teaching 103 influence of home and visiting teachers 192 live what you teach 18 protecting children from false outside teachings 6 rediscover the scriptures again and again 206 reverence is a force for good 82 significance of setting apart 20 study required to discover hidden truths 212 L Leaders classroom visits by 28 principles for teaching in interviews 153 responsibility to teach 28 150–55 responsibility to support teachers 28 154–55 235–36 responsibility to help new teachers 28 suggestions to, for teaching teachers 28 154–55 suggestions to, for teaching in leadership meetings 152 teachers contacting 28 teaching resources available for 105 Learning atmosphere characteristics of a 77 214 creating a, with children 80–81 87 enhanced by classroom preparation 76 example of the school of the prophets 213–14 increased through discussions 63 individuals’ responsibility for 77–78 214–18 key to classroom discipline 75 221 suggestions for creating 76–87 teachers’ responsibilities for 79–87 213–21 teaching others about a 77–78 215–21 Lectures, as a teaching method 170 Lee, Harold B. ensure that no one misunderstands the gospel 52 essential qualities for teachers 26 Less-active members, helping 37 Lesson preparation adapting, for those you teach 23 33–34 102 finding joy in 97 guidance from the Spirit in 48 important guiding questions 98–99 230–33 taking time for 23 97 using Church-produced materials 105 using conference talks and other resources 100–101 Lessons adapting 102 evaluating presentation of 103–4 finding, in everyday life 22–23 ways to begin 93 ways to conclude 94–95 Library, meetinghouse 105 235 Likening, using, as a teaching method 170–71 Linking scriptures 58 Listening following the Savior’s example 67 importance of, in teaching 64–67 suggestions for teachers 66–67 Love contributes to a learning atmosphere 77 for those we teach and the Lord, an essential quality 12 31–32 194–97 influence on teaching 12 30–32 194–95 invites the Spirit 46 showing, for those we teach 30–39 194–97 M Magnify, definition of 20 Maps as a study help for scriptures 57 using, to teach 171 Margin notes, in scriptures 58–59 Marking scriptures 57–59 Maxwell, Neal A., individual needs of those you teach 33–34 McConkie, Bruce R. apply gospel principles to listeners’ needs 9–10 being valiant in the testimony of Jesus 18 individual responsibility to learn the gospel 61 no price too high to obtain Spirit 13 power of testimony 43 relating scriptures to our experiences 180 school of the prophets 213 teach by the power of the Holy Ghost 9 teach doctrines of salvation 5 teach gospel principles 8–9 teach from the standard works 8–9 teacher’s divine commission 8–10 teachers are the Lord’s agents 8 testify of teachings 10 43 McConkie, Joseph F., cautions for gospel teachers 52–53 McKay, David O. definition of reverence 82 leading learners to know and feel what you do 233 teacher’s responsibility to choose best approach 89 testimony gives life to teaching 44 Meekness, teaching with 201–2 Meetinghouse library 105 233 Meetings, teaching in leadership meetings 152 Members, new See New members Members, disabled See Members with disabilities Members, less active See Less-active members Members with disabilities hearing loss 38 language and speech disorders 39 mental disabilities 39 reading disabilities 39 resources for 39 Savior’s love for 38 visual impairment 39 Memorization, as a teaching method 171–72 Methods of teaching activity verses 159 application techniques 159–60 attention activities 160 audiovisual materials 160 brainstorming 160–61 buzz sessions 161 case studies 161–62 chalkboards 162–63 chart of 90 choral readings 163 comparisons and object lessons 163–64 223–25 demonstrations 164–65 dioramas 165 dramatizations 165–66 drawing activities 166–67 examples 167–68 flannel boards 168 games 168–70 guest speakers 170 how to select 91–92 lectures 170 likening 170–71 maps 171 memorization 171–72 music 172–74 music with narrative 174–75 overhead projectors 175 panel discussions 175–76 paper stand-up figures 176 pictures 176 puppets 176–77 readers’ theaters 177 recitation 177–78 role playing 178 roller boxes 178–79 should help learners understand, remember, and apply principles 88 99 222–23 stations 117 179 stories 179–82 227–28 using a variety 72 80 89–90 225 visuals 182–83 work sheets 183–84 Misquoting, avoid, to keep doctrine pure 53 Monson, Thomas S. God strengthens those who are called 20 202 leaders’ teaching influence 151 parents’ responsibility to teach children 127–28 power of example 18 reaching out to help others 36 story from childhood about helping create a learning atmosphere 216 teaching in Church classrooms 190 191 teaching in interviews 153 Mothers divine role of 131 suggestions to, for teaching children 131–32 teaching responsibility of 131–32 Music appropriate, invites the Spirit 45–46 83 172–73 promotes reverence 83 selecting and preparing 173 suggestions for conducting songs 174 using, as a teaching tool 45–46 172–75 using, to teach children 174 Music with narratives 174–75 N Nelson, Russell M. children’s ability to teach others 143 protective influence of gospel doctrine 51 224 New members, needs of 37 Nine-year-old children, characteristics of 115–16 Nourishment challenges in providing spiritual 5–7 Jesus Christ the true source of 5 teachers’ responsibility to hearers 5–7 O Oaks, Dallin H. focus teaching efforts on others rather than self 211–12 hymns are an important resource 172 obedience necessary to teach by the Spirit 13 preparation required for guidance of Spirit 96 recognizing the Spirit 47 reverent use of the names of Deity 82 study scriptures daily 14 teaching by the Spirit 40 Obedience necessary to obtain the Lord’s word 14 necessary to teach by the Spirit 13 19 Object lessons 163–64 223–24 Obtaining the word by study and by faith 14 counsel to Hyrum Smith 14 necessary for powerful teaching 14–15 through prayer and fasting 14–15 through obedience 14 Overhead projectors 175 P Packer, Boyd K. assessing listeners’ understanding 73 basic goodness of people 84 Church members’ responsibilities require learning and teaching 193 comparing gospel teaching to serving a cake 222–23 delicate nature of spirituality 13 God addressed as Father 130 Jesus is the exemplary leader 151 leaders serve as teachers 150 music teaches and touches the soul 46 music sets atmosphere of worship 83 parents’ teaching partnership 133 purpose of gospel teaching is to unite families 127 reverence invites revelation 82 scriptures can answer all questions 51 story about teaching a young woman with a speech impediment 38 teaching intangible concepts 92 163–64 226 true doctrine changes behavior 51 205 Panel discussions 175–76 Paper stand-up figures 176 Parents helping children recognize the Spirit 141 importance of unity between, in teaching children 134 suggestions for, on how to teach children 127–41 suggestions for establishing patterns of gospel living 135–36 taking time to plan together as 133 teaching moments in family life 140–41 teaching partnership 133–34 teaching responsibility 127–28 teaching resources available for 105 working together with their children’s teachers 86 87 Participation encouraging, in the Teaching the Gospel course 187 individual responsibility for 72 methods to encourage learners’ 71–72 Pearce, Virginia H. encouraging diligent learning 61–62 story of helping young women have a learning atmosphere 217 Perry, L. Tom parents’ responsibility to teach children 128 reverence shows respect for God 82 Personal preparation suggestions for 12–20 taking time for 97 Philosophies of men, avoid teaching 204 Pictures 176 Prayer essential to testimony 44 family, teaching opportunities in 128 137 inviting the Spirit through 45 199 200 necessary to obtain the Lord’s word 14–15 needed to receive charity 12 Premortal existence, first teaching occurred in 3 190 Preparation, classroom See Classroom preparation Preparation, lesson See Lesson preparation Preparation, personal See Personal preparation Preparation, spiritual See Spiritual preparation Private visits, with children, parents’ teaching opportunities during 139 Prophets called to teach 3 latter-day, study teachings of 16 words of, invite the Spirit 45 Puppets 176–77 Q Questions avoiding controversial 69 creative uses 70 effective to foster discussion 63 factual 68 follow-up 69 following the Savior’s example 68 guidelines 68–70 228 preparing learners to answer 69 to prompt deeper thinking 68–69 to encourage application 69 to guide lesson preparation 123–24 230–33 yes/no 68 R Readers’ theaters 177 Recitations 177 Relatives, teaching influence of 142–43 Resources, to help parents, leaders, and teachers 105 235–36 Respect, contributes to a learning atmosphere 80 Responsibility, individual, for gospel learning See Diligent learning Reverence comes from respect for Deity 82 defined 82 importance of 82–83 152 setting an example of 82–83 ways to teach 83 Role playing 178 Roller boxes 178–79 Romney, Marion G., avoid teaching private interpretations of the gospel 205 S Scott, Richard G. help listeners recognize the Spirit 48 humility needed to teach by the Spirit 41–42 live the Savior’s teachings 19 Scriptures ideas for teaching from 54–59 importance of teaching from 54 linking 58 margin notes in 58–59 marking 57–59 provide answers to all questions 51 study helps available in 56–57 studying, as families 15 128 137–38 teaching from, invites the Spirit 45 199 teaching children from 59 127 why they were preserved 52 Self-Reliance, in gospel learning See Diligent learning Service, important to receive the gift of charity 12 Setting apart necessary to fulfill formal calling 20 provides strength and direction 20 Seven-year-old children, characteristics of 114 Siblings, teaching influence of 142–43 Sing-a-story See Music with narrative Six-year-old children, characteristics of 113 Smith, Hyrum, counseled to first obtain the Lord’s word 14 Smith, Joseph power of tenderness and love 30 using context to understand the scriptures 54 Smith, Joseph F. avoid gospel hobbies 53 avoid speculation 53 teach saving truths 49 Smith, Joseph Fielding avoid teaching philosophies of men 204 obedience necessary to teach by the Spirit 19 Spirit imparts truth more powerfully than heavenly visions 41 Snow, Lorenzo, power of example in teaching 192 Songs See Music Soul, teaching should nourish 5–7 Speculation, avoiding, to keep doctrine pure 52–53 Spirit conveys truth 41 helping others recognize the 48 141 influence of, on us 13 living worthy of the 13 19 200–202 necessary to teach effectively 41–42 obtaining the 13 200–202 preparing lessons by the 48 97 99 recognizing the 47–48 teaching by the 40–48 198–202 the true teacher 41–42 ways to invite the 45–46 199 witness of, encourages application 74 Spirituality, delicate nature of 13 Spiritual preparation contributes to a learning atmosphere 79 example of the sons of Mosiah 11 Stations helpful for teaching different age-groups 117 using, as a teaching method 179 Stories avoiding sensational 53 180 guidelines for preparing and telling 181 guidelines for selecting 180–81 telling, to young children 181–82 types of 180–81 using scriptural 55 Strengths, assessing your own 24 Study developing a personal plan 16–17 ideas to enhance 17 necessary to obtain God’s word 14 required to discover hidden truths 14 scriptures and words of latter-day prophets 14–17 setting a time for 16 Study helps, in scriptures 56–57 Sustaining vote, from congregation, provides strength 20 T Talents improving on your 21–28 234–36 the Lord can magnify your 234 235 Taylor, John, testimony of martyrdom of Joseph and Hyrum Smith 52 Teacher-leader contacts guidelines for 28 ideas for discussion 28 Teachers agents of the Lord 8 cautions for 52–53 contact leaders 28 contribute to a learning atmosphere 75–87 213–21 encourage diligent learning 60–74 208–12 nourish the soul 5–7 influence of 2–4 190–92 instruments in the Lord’s hands 41 qualities that matter most for 26 resources available for 105 235–36 reach out to others 35–36 strengthen families 109 teach pure doctrine 52–53 203–7 understand those they teach 33–34 Teaching began in premortal existence 3 190 by the Spirit 40–48 198–202 by example 18–19 121 128 192 children’s abilities in 143 Church resources for 105 during family mealtimes 138–39 during private visits with your children 139 grandparents’ influence in 142 importance of 2–4 189–93 in family councils 139 in family home evening 128 138 in interviews 153 in leadership meetings 152 in unplanned moments 122 128 140–41 in the home 125–48 necessary for righteous exercise of agency 3 211 nourishing the soul 5–7 regular occasions for, in the home 128 137–39 relatives’ influence in 142–43 responsibility of every member 3–4 191–92 role of, in Heavenly Father’s plan 2–4 189–92 siblings’ influence in 142–43 through family scripture study 128 137–38 through family prayer 128 137 when no manual is provided 100–101 with solemnity and meekness 201–2 with humility and love 12 31–32 46 194–97 Teaching the Gospel course lessons 189–239 preparing to teach the 186 purpose and overview 186–87 Teaching Methods See Methods of teaching Teaching moments, unplanned 122 128 140–41 Ten-year-old children, characteristics of 116 Testimony bearing, invites the Spirit 43–44 45 contributes to a learning atmosphere 80 defined 43 examples of 43–44 obtaining and strengthening 44 power of, as part of teaching 10 43–44 strengthened by experiences 45 Three-year-old children, characteristics of 111 Time, managing, in class 94 Topical guide, as a study help for scriptures 57 Traditions, righteous, unite families 135–36 Two-year-old children, characteristics of 110–11 U Understanding assessing learners’ 73 increased through discussions 63 V Variety chart for tracking 90 of teaching methods, contributes to a learning atmosphere 72 80 teaching with 89–90 225 Videocassettes See Audiovisual materials Visits See Classroom visits by leaders Visiting teachers importance of, in members’ lives 147 192 responsibilities of 147–48 Visiting teaching preparing and delivering the message 148 selecting the message 147–48 Visuals 182–83 W Warner, Susan L. children remember family teachings 6 grandparents’ teaching influence 142 Weaknesses assessing your own 24–25 making a plan to strengthen 25 the Lord will help strengthen 24 26–27 Wirthlin, Joseph B. faithful Church members compared to giant oak trees 224 love is the essence of the gospel 197 Word of God example of Alma in using the 50 in scriptures and words of latter-day prophets 51 obtaining See Obtaining the word power of the 50–51 Work sheets 183–84 Y Young, Brigham chastening with love 86 children learn from traditions 135 continually improve upon knowledge from the Lord 235 power of testimony 43 Youth eager to learn the gospel 6 205 need gospel nourishment more than entertainment 6 teaching, through group activities 121–22 understanding 118–20 what they need from adults 120