Week 02: Choice 3: Matthew 10; Mark 3:13-35; Luke 5:1-11. The Calling of the Twelve Apostles

1.          Review Matthew 10:1-4 and Mark 3:13-19 and highlight the names of
the original Twelve Apostles. Look up the names of three Apostles in
the Bible Dictionary and write one sentence describing something you
learned about each one you selected.

Andrew: I learned that Andrew was the one who brought Peter to meet Jesus. 

Judas: I learned that Judas was a leading member of the church in Jerusalem.

Peter: I learned that Jesus gave the name of Cephas to Peter, which means stone. 

2.          Read Acts 4:33; Doctrine and Covenants 107:23; and the entry for “Apostle” in the Bible Dictionary (p. 612). Then, write a definition for what an Apostle is.

An apostle is a special witness of the name of Christ in all the world. An apostle means "one sent forth." An apostle is someone who is chosen by Christ to represent Him and help with his teachings. 

3.          Describe in writing how the Savior's teachings to His Apostles in Matthew
10:5-42 prepared them to be sent out to proclaim the gospel.

The Lord taught them what they should do when they are going to teach the people. He said that they should be wise as serpents and harmless as doves. The Lord was so great at preparing His apostles to go out and teach His word. He said to beware of men because they will scourge them, but to keep faithful because the Lord will provide the words that they shall speak. 

4.          Read Luke 5:1-11. Explain in writing what you learn from the responses made by Peter, James, and John to the Savior’s call. How could you apply their actions and examples in your own life?

We need to be keeping faith in the Lord because He knows what is best for us and what we need at that point and time. Although Peter did not believe they would catch any fish, He obeyed the Lord and let the net down. He soon realized that He was wrong and he should be keeping his faith in the Lord. 

Week 01: Choice 1: Matthew 3:13–17. The Baptism of Jesus Christ

Review Matthew 3:13–17 and the institute student manual commentary for Matthew 3:16, “What Is the Significance of the Holy Ghost Descending ‘like a Dove’?” (pg. 28–29). Then write answers to the following questions:

• Why was John hesitant to baptize Jesus?
• What is taught here about the Holy Ghost? 
• Jesus Christ said He must be baptized to “fulfill all righteousness.” List three reasons why Jesus Christ was baptized (see 2 Nephi 31:6–11).
• What evidence is found in Matthew 3:16–17 that the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost are three separate personages in the Godhead? 

1). John was hesitant to baptize Jesus because he didn't think he was worthy enough and thought that Jesus should be the one baptizing John instead. 

2). This baptism taught that when you are baptized, you will receive the Holy Ghost and that is the next step in returning to our Heavenly Father. 

3). Jesus was baptized because he was setting an example for everyone, he needed to show that we need to be obedient to God's commandments, and to teach everyone that we need to repent to receive the Holy Ghost. 

4). The dove resembled the Holy Ghost, the Son was being baptized, and the Father's voice was heard saying, "This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased."

Choice 4: Luke 1:39–45; 2:8–38; Matthew 2:1–18. Others Who Learned of the Birth of Jesus Christ

1.    Fill in the chart below as you study the scriptures indicated:

Who	How they learned about the Savior	What they knew about the Savior	What they did with their knowledge
Elisabeth (Luke 1:39-45)	From Mary	She knew that the Lord spoke to her and that he was in Mary's womb	She spoke with Mary about it
Shepherds (Luke 2:8-18)	An angel came to them	They knew that the Savior was to be born	They saw the star and followed it to the stable where baby Jesus was
Simeon (Luke 2:25-35)	Through the Holy Ghost	He knew that the Savior was set for the fall and rising again of many in Israel	He blessed the Lord when he was a child
Anna (Luke 2:36-38)	The temple	She knew she needed to serve God in the temple	She gave thanks unto the Savior
Wise Men (Matthew 2:1-12)	An angel	Christ was to be born and they should follow the star	They followed the star to Christ and brought him gifts
Herod (Matthew 2:1-18)	Wise Men	He knew that Christ was to be born in Bethlehem	He sent the wise men to Bethlehem
Chief Priests (Matthew 2:1-6)	Herod the king	They knew that Christ was to be born in Bethlehem	They agreed with the king to send the wise men to Bethlehem
Nephites (3 Nephi 1:12-22)	Nephi's father	Knew that the Lord was sent to do great and marvelous works and he will die for us	He teaches what he knows of the Savior

2.    Write a response to the question: What do I know about the Savior, how have ​I learned it, and what am I doing with what I know?

There are many things that I know about the Savior. From a very young age, I have learned about the Savior's life. From the beginning when Mary was told she was to conceive him, up until He was resurrected. I know that the Savior was sent down to this earth to perform miracles, teach the people, be the greatest example, and to die for us so that we can return to live with Him again. I have learned it through primary, sunday school, seminary, and now college classes. Now I am putting that knowledge into my primary lessons and helping participate in religion classes at BYU-Idaho. I hope to put my knowledge to the test many times in the future as well!

Introduction to my blog

This blog is going to be based on what I am learning in my New Testament class at BYU-Idaho. I am taking it online and will have to post weekly to say what I read and what I learned. I hope this works out well!