Youth Lesson, Sunday School. May 26- June 1, Come Follow Me
- redwallace
- 3 days ago
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The Lord helps me avoid deception.
With many people claiming spiritual manifestations, the early Saints were concerned about being deceived. What warning did the Lord give them in Doctrine and Covenants 52:14? What was His solution? (see verses 14–19).
Start with an object lesson:
Which one is the real can of soda? They aren't allowed to touch or pick up; they can only look. When the votes are placed, the can of soda that everyone thinks is 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.
Read this and have them answer the question, "Can you think of some of his ploys to deceive? This is a Free Print.
A pattern is something that repeats in a regular, predictable way. Examples include counting by even numbers or the sun rising and setting each day. What other examples can you think of? As you search Doctrine and Covenants 52:14–19, identify the Lord’s pattern for avoiding deception. It might help to note that “contrite” implies a feeling of humility and repentance; “meek” suggests gentleness and self-control; and to “edify” means to instruct, improve, or build up. Why do you feel the Lord’s pattern includes these qualities, as well as obedience? How can you apply this pattern to avoid deception?
A pattern, like tic-tac-toe? (:
My idea is to play a game; you will need to split your class into two groups. One will be the black cats with white stripes (not skunks), the other will be the black dog with white paint (not Dalmatians). It's Elder Steven's talk, but if they ask, tell them they get to find out while you play the game.
You will hand one group cut-out pictures like this (These are in my store):
Another group will get cut-out pictures like this:
Your board will be set up like this:
Notice how I also have a score board. You may have to play tic-tac-toe a couple of times before you answer all the questions. This will help you keep track of which team has won each game.
Rules:
Sometimes, when youth find out they are on a team, they automatically develop a competitive spirit and feel like they have to answer questions quickly, without taking the time to discuss the meaning of scriptures. Prepare them right away that each team will get a turn, and there is no need to rush or feel pressured. There is no stopwatch waiting for them to answer the question.
When they draw a card, they will read it to the entire class. The team that has a turn first will get the first chance to answer, but the other team can also be working on it, as they will have an opportunity to steal. Some questions may be personal: "Please prepare yourself so that we can still maintain a sense of spirit in the classroom."
Tell them right up front that you don't want the same person on the team answering the questions. If that happens, you will let the other team have a chance at the point. (Use your own discretion, but knowing my youth, this is what I have to do to get everyone involved.) So, make sure to go in order, with each person on the team having an opportunity to draw out a question. They can seek help from their team, but it is ultimately their responsibility to answer the question.
I will put the questions in a bowl like this:
I have 23 question cards(in my store); I want to give you plenty of material. If there is a card you don't like, feel free to eliminate it. I promise it won't hurt my feelings. Additionally, you will have specific cards that need to be done first. Certain scriptures and doctrines need to be covered before the cards labeled #2 can be placed in the bowl.
After the bowl is empty, add the cards labeled number 2 and so on.
You will need them to read some GC talks and other resources to search for answers. Here are some options you can print if you prefer not to have them on their phones.
-“Walk in God’s light” in For the Strength of Youth: A Guide for Making Choices, 16–21.
-Gary E. Stevenson, “Deceive Me Not,” Ensign or Liahona,
- “Seeking Truth and Avoiding Deception,” Gospel Library.
If you're okay with them having their phones, you can print these QR codes for them to scan. This is a Free Print.
Lastly, scripture cards, for those who struggle looking up scriptures. This is a free print.
Your board may look like this at the end:
I hope it's a tie, then we can have an arm wrestle(: Treats for everyone (see gift tag) so everyone is happy.
This is already in the lesson bundle, but you can purchase it separately below.
