Weekly Reading

Week of January 3, 2011 – January 9 2011

Gospel Doctrine: Lesson 1: “That Ye Might Believe That Jesus Is the Christ” Isaiah 61:1-3; Joseph Smith Translation, Luke
• What do you learn about Jesus Christ from John 1:1–3, 14? (Note that “the Word” in John 1:1, 14 refers to the Savior. Use the Joseph Smith Translation of these verses if it is available.)
• The Apostle John said that “in [Jesus] was life” (John 1:4). He also testified that Jesus is “the true Light, which lighteth every man that cometh into the world” (John 1:9). How has the Savior given you life and light?
• What accounts or teachings in the New Testament have particularly inspired or helped you? How might studying the New Testament this year help strengthen your testimony of Jesus Christ?

Suggestion for Family Discussion
Read John 1:1–3 or Joseph Smith Translation, John 1:1–3. Explain that Jesus (“the Word” in John 1:1–3) created the earth under Heavenly Father’s direction. Take a walk as a family, giving close attention to the many beauties of creation.

Scripture Chain: Jesus Christ’s Foreordained Mission
John 1:1–5; John 1:9–17; Abraham 3:22–27; Mosiah 3:5–10; Isaiah 61:1–2; Luke 4:16–21

Relief Society: Gospel Principle -25 : Fasting

General Conference Talks: “Stay on the Path” by Rosemary M. Wixom & “Gospel Learning and Teaching” by David M. McConkie

Book of Mormon Reading: 1Nephi 1-3


Week of January 10- January 16

Gospel Doctrine: Lesson 2: “My Soul Doth Magnify the Lord” Luke 1; Matthew 1
• What do you learn about Mary from her conversations with the angel Gabriel and with Elisabeth? (See Luke 1:26–38, 45–49; see also Alma 7:10.) What can you do to follow her example?
• How do the examples of Elisabeth, Zacharias, John the Baptist, Mary, and Joseph help you see the Savior’s greatness and increase your faith in him? How can you help others increase their faith in Jesus Christ?

Suggestion for Family Discussion
Read Luke 1:16, and discuss the importance of helping people “turn to the Lord” by sharing the gospel with them. Make a list of family members or friends who are not members of the Church or who are less-active members of the Church. Pray as a family for guidance in deciding whom you can share the gospel with and how to go about it.

Scripture Chain: Prophecies about John the Baptist
Isaiah 40:3; 1 Nephi 10:7–10; Luke 1:13–17; Luke 1:67, 76–79

Relief Society: Gospel Principles – 26: Sacrifice

General Conference Talks: “Reflections on a Consecrated Life” by Elder D. Todd Christofferson & “Of Things That Matter Most” by President Dieter F. Uchtdorf

Book of Mormon Reading: 1Nephi 4-6