Deep and Lasting Conversion to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ by Quentin L Cook

Discussion helps from the November 2018 Ensign:

“Deep and Lasting Conversion to Heavenly Father and the Lord Jesus Christ”

Elder Quentin L. Cook

Members might be interested to hear from each other what their first reactions were when they heard about the changes described in Elder Cook’s message. If a friend of another faith were to ask them why the Church is making these adjustments, what would they say? Encourage them to look for possible answers in Elder Cook’s message. What can we do as individuals and families, and as a quorum or Relief Society, to ensure that the changes accomplish what the Lord intends? As part of this discussion, you could also share insights from President Nelson’s opening remarks that inspire members to “enthusiastically embrace” these changes.

STUDY HELPS TO DEEPEN LEARNING:

QUESTIONS for DEEPER UNDERSTANDING found on the STUDY PAGE (below)

• What can I do as an individual to ensure that the changes to the meeting schedule accomplish what the Lord intends?

•Why do I need a greater connection between gospel instruction in the home and Church?

• How will the new meeting schedule bless my life? How do I honor the Sabbath now? How will my Sabbath day change because of the new meeting schedule? What would the Lord like to see me do with the extra time He has given me?

•How has the Lord prepared His people for this administrative adjustment?

• What can I do to confidently and whole-heartedly embrace the changes announced by President Nelson?

• How will the new curriculum strengthen and bless my family? What can I specifically do to receive this blessing? How can I help the next generation recognize and feel the sacredness of the Sabbath and seek after deeper conversion?

•What does it mean to have a deep and lasting conversion? What can I do now to have this type of conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ?

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS for DEEPER UNDERSTANDING 

• How can I make my home a school for spiritual strength and increased faith?

• In what ways do the curriculum changes allow the gospel to be brought to all of Heavenly Father's children on both sides of the veil? What am I doing to contribute to this work? What more can I commit to doing to enlist in the work of salvation for my kindred dead?

• How do prophetic adjustments help me and my family prepare ourselves for the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ?

• What does it mean to me to have a deep and lasting conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ? How does my conversion influence the way I speak and act? What can I do to deepen my conversion to the gospel?

• Why is a deepened conversion essential to me and my family members? How has my conversion helped me more confidently face the views and pressures of the world around me?

• What can I do to focus more specifically on the Savior and the ordinance of the sacrament? How do I see the shortened meeting schedule helping me increase that focus? How can I help children and youth recognize and feel the sacredness of the sacrament each week?

Some of these question originated from Camille's Chicken Scratch 'n Sniff Site and more study and teaching ideas can be found there.

STUDY PAGE

The following study page is designed for to help visual learners ponder and explore more deeply the message of deep and lasting conversion.