It’s hard to imagine a better metaphor for the spiritual stability that Jesus Christ offers than a strong, rock-solid foundation. As the Nephites entered another troubling period of history, it’s clear that their key to survival was to be valiant in the testimony of the Savior. The prophet Helaman taught his sons that they needed to lead the people in building “upon the rock of our Redeemer… a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall” (Helaman 5:12) if they were to make it through their trials.
As the new school year begins, we might become aware of new difficulties in the lives of our children. We can help them endure and grow through times of learning by strengthening their foundation of faith in Christ. The activities in this week’s lesson will help them see how faith in the Savior can make a difference in their lives not just with challenges at home, but also in the classroom.
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The elementary bundle is a treasure trove for kids aged 4-11, featuring activities that instill key principles. Let’s explore three highlights:
Hands-On Activity
Building a foundation takes time, effort and tools. Read Helaman 5:12. Discuss the blessings of building a sure foundation on Jesus Christ with your child. Assemble “My Toolbox and Tools” and put the tools inside as you talk about the things that will help assist you. Cut out the Helaman 5:12 scripture print and have your child tape it to their mirror as a constant reminder of what they learned.
Scripture Study
Enjoy getting into the scriptures with your family this week as you work together on the “Scripture Story Guide” and accompanying stickers. The guide for this week aligns with Helaman 5:22-52.
Surprise Activity
Grab some chewing gum to use in the “Pop the Pride” object lesson. As you read Helaman 3:33-34, talk about the Nephite’s pride cycle and how we can find pride within ourselves. Have your child blow a bubble big enough to pop with their gum as you discuss the consequences of being prideful.
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For kids ages 1-4 at home and in nursery or sunbeams. The toddler bundle Includes a full lesson plan with THREE activities that align with scripture written by an early childhood educator. These include a coloring page, another printable activity, and a movement activity that helps young children understand the scriptures. Here are a couple of highlights from this week’s lesson.
Hands-On Activity
Read Helaman 5:12. Describe to your child what a “foundation” is. You might take them outside to see the foundation of your own house. Say, “A foundation of a building is usually found at the bottom and is built first. It is what makes the building stand tall and strong.” Describe to your child that the scriptures teach us that we need to build our foundation on Jesus Christ. This means that we have faith in him and believe His teachings with all our hearts! If we do, then we will be able to stand strong when we have our own hard times or when we begin to have questions. Then, invite your child to use blocks or Lego bricks build a tall building—making sure their foundation is strong. Your child will soon notice that the better the foundation, the taller the building can be. Close your activity by singing together “The Wise Man and the Foolish Man” (Children’s Songbook, pg. 281).
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The Teen Bundle includes a study page with four thoughtful questions each week that align with a scripture from Come, Follow Me, an applicable challenge to accept each week, and an awesome video done by a current seminary teacher that brings a topic from the study to life for teens. Plus: each week comes with a scripture print to hang on their bathroom mirror, in their locker, etc. Check out this week’s Book of Mormon-themed teen bundle now!
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Joseph’s forgiveness of his brothers did not come after they had paid restitution or offered an apology. He forgave them the moment he realized they had changed from their jealous ways when they offered themselves in place of Benjamin for punishment. How overwhelming it must have been for Joseph to see such love amongst his brothers. His forgiveness came with no strings attached: “be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves” (Genesis 45:5).
In every moment of Joseph’s story, God was with him. From his brothers’ betrayal and serving Potiphar, to a friend of Pharaoh and the savior of his family, at no time was Joseph forgotten by God. Through the good and the bad, he trusted that God knew who he was and had faith that everything would be all right.
Abraham’s posterity was promised many blessings of eternal significance, but that didn’t mean everything would be perfect. His grandsons, Jacob and Esau, fought over who should inherit their father’s birthright. Relatives lied to and tricked each other. The prophet’s very own family was dysfunctional, yet that didn’t stop those who were righteous from striving to follow Jesus Christ.
