Jacob 6-7
To be discussed April 28
1. Read Jacob 6:1-5. What did Jacob want us to know about Zenos' allegory of the olive tree? What did he want us to know about our God? What did he invite us to DO because of this allegory?
2. Read Jacob 6:6-13. What have you learned about "the bar of God" from these verses? Why will Jacob (and other prophets) meet us there?
3. Read Jacob 7:1-5. What qualities did Sherem possess that he used successfully in leading hearts away from God? Why did he especially wish to speak with Jacob? Why could he not shake Jacob's faith?
4. Read Jacob 7:6-12. Ironically, what teachings of Jacob did Sherem identify as blasphemous? What was the first thing Jacob used to defend his faith? What was the second evidence he gave?
5. Read Jacob 7:13-18. Why do you think Sherem asked for a sign? How was his request answered? What changed Sherem's heart?
6. Read Jacob 7:19-23. What was Sherem's fear as he faced death? What did Jacob's people do after they were converted?
7. Read Jacob 7:24-27. How did Jacob and his people overcome their enemies? Why did they "mourn out their days" (Jacob 7:26).
Links to Related Articles:
"O Be Wise," M. Russell Ballard, November 2006 Ensign
"Christian Courage: The Price of Discipleship," Robert D. Hales, November 2008 Ensign
"Looking to the Savior," Adney Y. Komatsu, May 1987 Ensign
"Sherem's Accusations against Jacob," John W. Welch, as found in "Insights," January 1991 (scroll down)
"This Is the Way; and There Is None Other Way," Robert D. Hales, BYU Speeches
"Do you understand what happens when one denies Christ and revelation? It takes away repentance; it takes away forgiveness. It means that once you have made a mistake, you can never come back into fellowship in the Church. There is no hope. Be careful of those around you who would take hope and faith in the Lord Jesus Christ away from you."
- Elder Robert D. Hales
