"Abide the Day in Christ" by Sister Amy A. Wright Relief Society Lesson Help
Engaging Questions:
How does the parable of the ten virgins resonate with you personally, especially in the context of spiritual preparedness?
Reflecting on President Dallin H. Oaks' questions, what would you do differently today if you knew the Lord's coming was tomorrow?
In what ways have you experienced the importance of spiritual preparation in your own life, especially during challenging times?
Sister Wright shares a personal experience with a cancer diagnosis. How did her reliance on spiritual preparation bring peace and understanding in the face of uncertainty?
How do you interpret the symbolism of the oil in the lamps and its significance in the parable of the ten virgins?
Share an instance where you felt the Holy Ghost whispering reassurance during a challenging or uncertain situation.
Sister Wright emphasizes the importance of every small and simple thing, comparing it to the "dews of Carmel." How can these small efforts nourish our souls daily?
How do you prioritize simplifying and focusing your spiritual efforts in a world filled with distractions?
In what ways can we become more effective gatherers of the Light of Jesus Christ in our lives and for those we influence?
Reflect on the metaphor of Mount Carmel, the "evergreen mountain." How can we maintain spiritual vitality year-round, even in challenging circumstances?
Sister Wright mentions questions found in the scriptures, like "Master, carest thou not that [my family] perish?" How do these resonate with your own questions and concerns?
How can we navigate the questions of the heart, similar to those found in the scriptures, and seek answers from the Lord?
What does it mean to "share His light" when we cannot share our oil, and how can this principle be applied in our interactions with others?
Reflect on the phrase "Jesus Christ is the 'hope in thine end.'" How does this perspective influence your understanding of challenges and trials?
How can the promise of eternal life bring joy and hope in the midst of life's difficulties and uncertainties?
Share a personal experience where you found joy in this life, not despite challenges, but because of the Lord's help to overcome them.
Sister Wright talks about tears drying up, broken hearts being mended, and concerns being resolved in the life to come. How does this perspective influence your current outlook on challenges?
In what ways have you seen the Lord's infinite and eternal sacrifice reach beyond the limitations of our actions and bring hope?
How do you interpret the phrase "Look to Jesus Christ and live"? How can this be applied in daily life and challenges?
Reflect on the concept of "eternal joy." How does understanding joy as a result of the Lord's help impact your approach to difficulties?
Sister Wright mentions pressing forward with "a perfect brightness of hope." How can we maintain this brightness of hope despite life's challenges?
Share an example from your life where enduring to the end brought a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment.
How can we support each other in feasting upon the word of Christ and enduring faithfully despite life's complexities?
Sister Wright emphasizes that it is never the end of our story because of Jesus Christ. How does this perspective influence your view of life's challenges?
Reflect on the promise of having eternal life. How does this promise influence your decisions and actions in the present?
Sister Wright concludes with a testimony of Jesus Christ as the Shepherd and Bishop of our souls. How does this testimony resonate with you personally?
How can we incorporate the principles from Sister Wright's talk into our family life and relationships?
Share an experience where you witnessed the impact of spiritual preparation in someone else's life.
Sister Wright emphasizes immeasurable joy in the life to come. How does this perspective influence your view of the future?
In what ways can we actively "look to Jesus Christ and live" in our daily lives, especially in times of uncertainty and challenge?
Object Lessons:
The Oil Lamp Activity:
Provide small, simple oil lamps or candles, and invite participants to light them. As they do, discuss the symbolism of the oil in the lamps representing spiritual preparation. Emphasize the importance of consistently replenishing the oil through daily spiritual practices.
Dew of Carmel Refreshment:
Use a visual aid such as a small plant or image of Mount Carmel. Discuss the concept of daily nourishment and relate it to the daily efforts required for spiritual growth. Consider providing small bottles of water labeled as "Dew of Carmel" to represent the small and simple things that nourish the soul.
Magnifying Glass and Light:
Use a magnifying glass to focus sunlight onto a surface, demonstrating how it intensifies the light. Relate this to the need for focus and simplicity in our efforts to gather and focus the Light of Jesus Christ. Discuss the idea of magnifying our efforts rather than increasing an overwhelming to-do list.
Evergreen Mountain Visual:
Show images or a video of Mount Carmel in Israel, highlighting its evergreen nature. Discuss how consistent, small efforts can keep our testimonies and the testimonies of our families vibrant and alive, much like the constant dew on Mount Carmel.
Cloud of Darkness Removal:
Discuss the questions of the heart mentioned in the talk and how individuals may feel overwhelmed by darkness. Introduce the concept of faith and the power of Christ to dispel darkness. Provide visual aids like a cloud cutout and a sun cutout, symbolizing the removal of darkness through faith in Christ.
Oil Sharing vs. Light Sharing:
Emphasize the idea that we cannot share our individual oil but can share the light of Christ. Use two lamps—one filled with oil and the other empty—to illustrate this. Discuss how our personal preparedness can be a source of light that guides others to the Savior.
Path Illumination Activity:
Create a path with small lights or candles, symbolizing the path that leads to the Savior. Discuss how our individual lights, fueled by personal spiritual preparation, can illuminate the way for others. Encourage participants to consider how they can share the light of Christ in their families and communities.
Hope in the End Puzzle:
Provide participants with puzzle pieces labeled with questions or concerns they may have. As they put the puzzle together, discuss how the answers to these questions are found in Christ. Emphasize the message that Jesus Christ is the "hope in thine end" and that His sacrifice reaches beyond our mistakes and challenges.
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