Day 297

  • Principle: Jesus Christ is the Lawgiver.

  • Book of Mormon Reading: 3 Nephi 12:21 - 13:4

    • In these verses Jesus Christ teaches about the Law of Moses and His invitation and teachings of a higher law.  Phrases such as “Ye have heard that it hath been said” or “It hath been written” Christ teaches about the Law of Moses.  When He says “But I say unto you,” He is teaching about the higher law.  

    • 3 Nephi 12:21–26. How is anger connected to hurtful actions?

    • 3 Nephi 12:27–30. How are our thoughts connected to our actions?

    • 3 Nephi 12:33–37. In these verses the Savior teaches that we should always be true to our word. How can a dishonest person eliminate dishonesty from his or her life?

    • 3 Nephi 12:38–42. What are some possible results when a person retaliates in response to someone else’s hurtful words or actions?

    • 3 Nephi 12:43–46. How are we affected if we feel ill will toward other people?

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