Come Follow Me Lessons for Kids
“After Much Tribulation … Cometh the Blessing”
Week 38 | September 15 - September 21 | Doctrine and Covenants 102-105
Zion’s Camp was less of an army marching to liberate Missouri and more of a multi-week training in how to be a true saint. Those who showed they trusted in the Lord by following the Prophet Joseph received a massive boost to their faith, giving them strength for the road ahead: “That they themselves may be prepared, and that my people may be taught more perfectly, and have experience” (Doctrine and Covenants 105:10).
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“Be Still and Know That I Am God”
Week 37 | September 8 - September 14 | Doctrine and Covenants 97-101
Doctrine and Covenants 97 was given to the saints as both a blessing of comfort and instruction. With persecution growing around them, the saints needed to know the will of the Lord to guide them. Jesus Christ spoke peace to the saints through the Prophet Joseph, encouraging them to wait “patiently on the Lord” and to do what He would do, even if it meant further persecution (D&C 97:2).
Read More“For the Salvation of Zion”
Week 36 | September 1 - September 7 | Doctrine and Covenants 94-97
It’s easy to think that, as parents, we’re not doing enough to give our children a good life. The world is always persuading us to look at what others are doing and tells us our kids are missing out on extravagant trips, the latest entertainment systems, and privileged extracurricular activities. Yet these experiences will fall short of the positive impact that regular family prayer, daily scripture study, and keeping covenants can have on our children.
Read More“Receive of His Fullness”
Week 35 | August 25 - August 31 | Doctrine and Covenants 93
Following the Savior means growing as He grew “in wisdom and stature” (Luke 2:52). Jesus showed Joseph Smith that this example must be followed by all who seek to come unto Him. In Section 93, He tells the prophet, “For if you keep my commandments you shall receive… and be glorified in me” (D&C 93:20). When we choose to obey our Savior, He shares wisdom with us that can help our families come closer together. We must choose every day to follow Him if we are to grow “from grace to grace” in both our parenting and our discipleship (D&C 93:13).
Read More“A Principle with Promise”
Week 34 | August 18 - August 24 | Doctrine and Covenants 89-92
The Word of Wisdom is an important revelation not because of the limitations we are given, but of the blessings we receive daily for keeping it. In addition to better health, we are promised to feel the Spirit in our lives and “shall find wisdom and great treasures of knowledge, even hidden treasures” (Doctrine and Covenants 89:19).
Read More“Establish … a House of God”
Week 33 | August 11 - August 17 | Doctrine and Covenants 88
Learning is a lifelong journey. While we tend to think of our years in school as the only time in life when we need to gain an education, we know through Doctrine and Covenants 88 that the Lord instructs His faithful to create places of learning in their own homes (D&C 88:119). How do we do that?
Read More“Stand Ye in Holy Places”
Week 32 | August 4 - August 10 | Doctrine and Covenants 85-87
Sometimes, things just don’t work out the way we had planned: dinner gets burnt, the car won’t start, or you unexpectedly get laid off from your job. You’ve been promised blessings for keeping the commandments. It might be tempting to wonder where those blessings are when ill fortune strikes.
Read More“The Power of Godliness”
Week 31 | July 28 - August 3 | Doctrine and Covenants 84
What is “godliness?” Doctrine and Covenants Section 84 uses the word to describe the way that God prepares us to return to live with Him one day. We do this by inviting our children to be baptized and prepare for the temple. Through participating in priesthood ordinances, we increase our access to the priesthood and experience “the power of godliness” as we come to see God’s presence in our lives every day (Doctrine and Covenants 84:20).
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Week 30 | July 21 - July 27 | Doctrine and Covenants 81-83
The Savior Jesus Christ requires much of His people. As shown throughout scripture, Christ doesn’t ask only a tiny bit of our time. He wants our entire heart to be in His work. From our efforts, the Lord brings about great blessings for our brothers and sisters. For example, doing family history and temple work blesses families that lived before us. Sharing the gospel now can bless generations to come. Even our own families are the result of blessings promised to those who committed to the work.
Read More“I Will Lead You Along”
Week 29 | July 14 - July 20 | Doctrine and Covenants 77-80
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is God’s kingdom on the earth, but it didn’t just appear out of nowhere. As the Church grew from a few members to millions, God gave wisdom to men and women “for a permanent and everlasting establishment and order unto my church… to the salvation of man, and to the glory of your Father who is in heaven” (Doctrine and Covenants 78:4). Just as with the early saints, we are led along by His hand in bringing the gospel to the world. We can always trust in Him to guide us in all things.
Read More“Great Shall Be Their Reward and Eternal Shall Be Their Glory”
Week 28 | July 7 - July 13 | Doctrine and Covenants 76
Doctrine and Covenants Section 76 speaks to the eternal truth that salvation comes through and only because of Jesus Christ. Our eternal destiny is secured through the Son of God, and so is our daily salvation. When we reflect on our day and ask for help with our mistakes, He is the one who will help us.
Read More“No Weapon That Is Formed against You Shall Prosper”
Week 27 | June 30 - July 6 | Doctrine and Covenants 71-75
Each day, we face trials and setbacks in our lives. From bad weather and traffic to messy homes and sick kids, difficulties seem like they won’t stop coming. We must choose to carry on and plead with our Heavenly Father for help and to see the good in our lives. He will always answer those prayers and allow us to see our progress in the path that leads back into His presence.
Read More“Worth … the Riches of the Whole Earth”
Week 26 | June 23 - June 29 | Doctrine and Covenants 67-70
We often keep things of value in special places: important documents kept in a secured file or safe, dinner china in a display cabinet, or treats too good to share with kids up on the top shelf. These things are kept safe and out of easy reach for good reasons, but there are other things of value we need to make sure are always available to us. Our scriptures are one of these things.
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