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Lesson 9-Russell M. Nelson, “Perfection Pending,” Ensign, Nov. 1995, 86–88.

For some Latter-Day Saint women ,the talk of godlike perfection is a source of self-loathing.  Yet eternal progress is one of the most glorious aspects of the gospel, so let's sort out what parts of this doctrine are empowering instead of discouraging.  President Nelson says "Men [women] are that they might have joy, not guilt trips!" Join us as we explore the ways we can strive for progress and remain positive and hopeful.

Lesson 8-Russell M. Nelson, “Drawing the Power of Jesus Christ into Our Lives,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2017, 39–42.

By study and faith in Jesus Christ, you will receive "power sufficient to deal with the burdens, obstacles, and temptations of our day."

Lesson 7-Russell M. Nelson, “Doors of Death,” Ensign, May 1992, 72–74.

"Oh how great the goodness of our God, who prepareth a way for our escape from the grasp of this awful monster; yea, that monster, death and hell."  See 2 Nephi 9, D&C 29

Lesson 6-Russell M. Nelson, “Thanks Be to God,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2012, 77–79.

Thankfulness and gratitude are a part of all our lives-but what is something you are grateful for that comes as a surprise to you?  Something you take for granted-either because you are unaware, or the clouds of mortality are blocking you from seeing it?  Join us as we discuss being grateful for our physical, spiritual, gospel gifts and increasing our ability to recognize and be thankful for our gifts."

Lesson 5-Russell M. Nelson, “The Creation,” Ensign, May 2000, 84–86.

"To Whom or to what will I give my life?"  Join us a we explore how the creation teaches us about our divine worth and eternal destiny.  Related scriptures:  Abraham 1-3, D&C 25, Moroni 7

Lesson 4-Russell M. Nelson, “Sweet Power of Prayer,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2003, 7–9.

Study with us the sweet power of prayer, the purpose of prayer and the importance of trusting in the Lord's timing and purposes.  

Lesson 3-Russell M Nelson-"Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives", Liahona, May 2018

From President Nelson-"I urge you to stretch beyond your current spiritual ability to receive personal revelation, for the Lord has promised that "if thou shalt [seek], thou shalt receive revelation upon revelation, knowledge upon knowledge, that thou mayest know the mysteries and peaceable things-that which bringeth joy, that which bringeth life eternal."

See also-Henry B. Eyring "The Faith to Ask Then Act," October 2021

Lesson 2-Russell M. Nelson, “Sustaining the Prophets,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2014, 74–77.

The obligation that we make when we raise our hands is a most sacred one.  It means that we will stand behind him; we will pray for him; we will defend his good name, and we will strive to carry out his instructions as the Lord shall direct.