As you prepare to teach Doctrine and Covenants 109–110 in Sunday School this week, you’ll be diving into two deeply sacred and inspiring sections that center on the dedication of the Kirtland Temple and the powerful heavenly visitations that followed. These revelations are filled with hope, divine promises, and testimony of the Savior’s presence in His holy house. They offer a wonderful opportunity to help your class feel the significance of temple worship, priesthood keys, and the Lord’s desire to bless His people. To support your teaching, we’ve gathered a set of engaging discussion questions, simple object lesson ideas, and personal sharing prompts that can help spark meaningful conversations and invite the Spirit into your class.
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The Lord offers me rich blessings through temple covenants. (Doctrine and Covenants 109)
10 Engaging Questions
- What blessings from D&C 109 stand out to you as especially relevant today?
- How have you felt the Lord’s power in the temple?
- Why do you think angels were present at the Kirtland Temple dedication?
- Which blessings listed in verses 21–23 give you hope in your current challenges?
- How does the temple help you better understand your covenants with God?
- What do you think it means that the temple is “a house of prayer”?
- Why do you think the hymn The Spirit of God still resonates so powerfully at temple dedications?
- How have temple ordinances blessed your family across generations?
- What does it mean that the temple is “the beginning of the blessing” (D&C 110:10)?
- How might we prepare ourselves to fully receive temple blessings?
5 Object Lessons
- Mirror with Smudges – Show how covenants (cleaning the glass) allow us to see God more clearly.
- Fountain Pen – Only when filled with ink (covenants) can it fulfill its purpose.
- Umbrella – Like covenants, temple blessings protect us from life’s storms.
- Passport – Represents access to God’s presence; the temple gives us that “authorization.”
- Lightbulb – Connected to power, it shines; temple covenants “connect” us to heaven’s power.
10 Personal Sharing Prompts
- Share your first memory of walking into a temple.
- Tell about a time you felt peace in the temple.
- Reflect on how a temple dedication hymn has inspired you.
- Share how family temple work has strengthened your faith.
- Recall how you prepared for your first temple ordinance.
- Share an answer to prayer you received in the temple.
- Tell how attending the temple has blessed your family relationships.
- Reflect on a promise from D&C 109 that has been fulfilled in your life.
- Share how you’ve seen temple blessings extend beyond yourself.
- Tell how temple covenants give you strength in trials.
Prayer is communication with Heavenly Father. (Doctrine and Covenants 109)
10 Engaging Questions
- What do we learn about prayer from Joseph Smith’s dedicatory prayer?
- Why do you think the Lord gave this prayer by revelation instead of letting Joseph compose it freely?
- How does giving thanks in prayer change your perspective?
- What does D&C 109 teach us about asking for blessings for others?
- What stands out to you about the way Joseph prayed for his enemies?
- How does this prayer show both reverence and boldness before God?
- Why is gratitude an essential part of effective prayer?
- What do you notice about the balance of thanksgiving and petition in this prayer?
- How could we pattern our personal and family prayers after this section?
- What do you learn about God’s character from how Joseph prayed?
5 Object Lessons
- Cell Phone Without Service – Represents prayers without sincerity; true connection needs faith and humility.
- Letter in an Envelope – Just as letters communicate love, prayer communicates with our Father.
- Walkie-Talkie – Shows that both speaking and listening are vital in prayer.
- Seed Growing – Prayers planted with faith grow into answers over time.
- Mirror – When we pray, we see ourselves differently, reflecting God’s will.
10 Personal Sharing Prompts
- Share a time prayer brought you unexpected comfort.
- Reflect on a prayer that was answered in a surprising way.
- Share how gratitude in prayer changed your outlook.
- Tell about a time you prayed for others and felt love for them grow.
- Share an experience when prayer gave you courage.
- Reflect on how you’ve learned to “listen” during prayer.
- Share a favorite phrase or scripture you include in your prayers.
- Recall a time you felt God’s presence through prayer.
- Share how temple prayers differ from personal prayers in meaning to you.
- Reflect on how prayer has deepened your relationship with Christ.
The Lord can manifest Himself to me in His house. (Doctrine and Covenants 110:1–10)
10 Engaging Questions
- What details about the Savior’s appearance in the Kirtland Temple stand out most to you?
- How do you think the Saints felt when they heard His words of acceptance?
- How does Christ manifest Himself to us in temples today?
- What does it mean for Him to say, “I have accepted this house”?
- How does Christ help you feel your sacrifices are accepted?
- How do you recognize His presence even when unseen?
- Why do you think the Lord chose to appear in the temple rather than elsewhere?
- What do these verses teach us about the holiness of the temple?
- How do these manifestations strengthen your faith in temple worship?
- How can we better prepare ourselves to experience His presence in the temple?
5 Object Lessons
- Sunlight Through Window – Represents Christ’s light manifesting through the temple.
- Magnifying Glass – Shows how the temple magnifies our ability to see Him clearly.
- Clean vs. Clouded Glass – Christ’s presence shines most clearly in holiness.
- Seal Stamp – Represents His acceptance of the house and His people.
- Warm Blanket – Symbolizes His comfort and nearness when we come to His house.
10 Personal Sharing Prompts
- Share a time you felt Christ’s presence in the temple.
- Tell about an experience when you knew your sacrifice was accepted.
- Reflect on how temple worship strengthens your testimony of Christ.
- Share how temple service has drawn you closer to Him.
- Recall an experience when the Spirit testified of Christ’s reality to you.
- Share how a hymn or prayer in the temple helped you feel His presence.
- Tell about how you’ve felt His love through temple ordinances.
- Reflect on what it means that Christ manifests Himself to His people.
- Share how temple worship helps you endure trials with hope.
- Tell about a time when you felt His approval through temple service.
The Savior directs His work through priesthood keys. (Doctrine and Covenants 110:10–16)
10 Engaging Questions
- Why do you think Christ said “this is the beginning of the blessing”?
- What do you learn from the restoration of priesthood keys in the Kirtland Temple?
- How has missionary work blessed your family?
- What does the gospel of Abraham mean for us today?
- Why do you think the sealing power is central to God’s plan?
- How do these keys connect to the work of salvation and exaltation?
- What blessings have you received because of the sealing power?
- How does temple work help us feel connected to past and future generations?
- What would be missing in your life if these keys hadn’t been restored?
- How can we actively sustain and support the work of priesthood keys today?
5 Object Lessons
- Key Ring – Different keys unlock different doors; priesthood keys open spiritual blessings.
- Blueprint – The Lord directs His work with exactness, just as builders follow a plan.
- Relay Baton – Keys are passed down, symbolizing authority being given.
- Locked Treasure Box – Only the right key (priesthood authority) opens eternal blessings.
- Bridge – Keys connect heaven and earth, just like a bridge spans two sides.
10 Personal Sharing Prompts
- Share how missionary work has impacted your life or family.
- Tell about a sealing experience that was meaningful to you.
- Reflect on a baptism for the dead or temple ordinance that touched your heart.
- Share how you’ve seen the power of priesthood keys in action.
- Recall a teaching moment from a prophet about keys.
- Share why you’re grateful Elijah returned with sealing power.
- Reflect on how your ancestors’ faith connects to yours.
- Tell how living prophets direct your life through priesthood keys.
- Share a way you’ve participated in the work of gathering Israel.
- Reflect on how your life would be different without the restoration of keys.
