The adversary tries to deceive me with false teachings.
In Alma 30, Korihor is called “Anti-Christ” (verse 6). An anti-Christ is anyone or anything that is openly or secretly in opposition to Jesus Christ and His gospel. Which verses in Alma 30:6–31 show that Korihor fits this description? Studying Korihor’s false teachings can help you recognize and reject similar teachings. The following activities may help in your study:
What object lessons can you think of to better understand the difference between the Savior’s teachings and Satan’s false imitations? Some examples are a lure used for fishing, fake money, and false advertising. How can you tell if something is fake? How can you recognize truth?
Which one is the real can of soda? They obviously aren't allowed to touch or pick up, just look. When the votes are placed the can of soda that everyone thinks is the empty, let them crush it with their foot. The full can can't be crushed. You can apply that the false teachings are empty of the spirit and the true doctrine has the strength to see us through hard times.
Here is a real simple one.
Consider making a list of the false doctrines Korihor taught in Alma 30:6–31. Which of his teachings might be enticing today? (see Alma 30:12–18, 23–28). What harm can result from accepting such ideas? What false messages is the adversary using to try to deceive you today?
What did Alma do to counter Korihor’s teachings with truth? (see Alma 30:31–54). How can you use these same principles in your life?
There are a lot of scriptures to read here, if your youth are anything like mine, they won't like that(: I going softening their hearts with this sorting activity.
The board will be set up like this:
1.Cut out and mix up these cards.
2. During class pass them out.
With the summer season my class are pretty small. If I have a small class this Sunday, I'll have a pile that I plan not to pass out, I don't want my class members to be holding more than 2-3 cards a students. We don't have to talk about every scripture, but I know which ones I really want to focus on, and applies to the needs of my students. I might be surprised with a big class, so I will still keep the cards on hand. But I don't plan on going into deep discussion with every card. I added some of my notes to the card sheet, I hope that helps. As always go by your own inspiration.
These cards are in my lesson bundle.
These cards are in my lesson bundle.
You board might look like to this:
Here are some good questions from the manual to focus on when you review you board. Which of his teachings might be enticing today? What harm can result from accepting such ideas? What false messages is the adversary using to try to deceive you today?
This is included in the lesson bundle, but some like to purchase it separately.
Like Alma, modern prophets and apostles help us know the difference between truth and Satan’s lies. What counsel do you find in these messages: Gary E. Stevenson, “Deceive Me Not” (Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2019, 93–96);
This is a fantastic talk:
If you don't have time for the entire talk this quote is a good take away, and it is free to print.
Dallin H. Oaks, “Be Not Deceived” (Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2004, 43–46).
See also Topics and Questions, “Seeking Answers to Your Questions,” Gospel Library; “Oh Say, What Is Truth?,” Hymns, no. 272.
If you don't have time for this talk, here is a quote that I liked, also a free print.
That quote made me think of this talk by President Monson. It is a shortened version.
All things testify of God.
Many people today believe that there is no God. What do you find in Alma 30:39–46 that helps you know that God is real? What prevents us from knowing Him? What other testimonies has God given you that He lives?
I plan on bring a bit of nature indoors. For example:
Nature is amazing! What a beautiful testimony that God lives and cares about us.
The adversary does not support his followers.
What do you learn from Alma 30:56–60 about how the devil treats his followers? What can you do to protect your home against his influence?
See also Alma 36:3.
This section is really good, definitely read it. I won't have time for it in my lesson, but I have youth in my home, that I want to teach this to.
God’s word has the power to lead people to righteousness.
The problem of the Zoramites separating from the Nephites may have seemed to some like it needed a political or military solution (see Alma 31:1–4). But Alma had learned to trust “the virtue of the word of God” (Alma 31:5). What do you learn from Alma 31:5 about the power of God’s word? (see also Hebrews 4:12; 1 Nephi 15:23–24; 2 Nephi 31:20; Jacob 2:8; Helaman 3:29–30).
As you study Alma 31, what other gospel truths can you find that apply to your life experiences? For example:
How have you seen the word of God lead people to do good things? (see verse 5).
Compare Alma’s attitudes, feelings, and actions regarding others (see verses 34–35) with those of the Zoramites (see verses 17–28). How can you be more like Alma?
What do you find in Alma 31:30–38 that can help people who sorrow for the sins of others?
Because of Jesus Christ, anyone can change.
Notice the group of people Alma took with him to teach the gospel to the Zoramites (see Alma 31:6). What do you learn about the lives of these people in Mosiah 27:8–37; 28:4; Alma 10:1–6; 11:21–25; 15:3–12. What message might there be for you in their experiences?
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