The Holy Ghost Came to Adam and Eve
- Why did Adam and Eve need the guidance of the Holy Ghost?
Thus, spirit children
of our Heavenly Father began leaving his presence to come to the earth as they
had been promised (see Abraham 3:24-25).
Why Did the Holy Ghost Come to Adam?
Adam and Eve called upon Heavenly Father in prayer. He spoke to them and gave
them commandments, which they obeyed. (See Moses 5:4-5.)
Discussion
- Read the account of the Holy Ghost being sent to Adam and Eve (see Moses
5:4-11).
- Discuss why the Holy Ghost was sent to them.
- How is our need for guidance from the Holy Ghost similar to that of
Adam and Eve?
Who Is the Holy Ghost?
Attributes of the Holy Ghost
- How does the Holy Ghost differ from the Father and the Son? Why is that
difference important to us?
The Holy Ghost is a member of the Godhead (see 1 John 5:7; D&C 20:28). He
is a "personage of Spirit" that has the form and
likeness of a man (D&C 130:22).
Discussion
- Read Doctrine and Covenants 130:22. Discuss how the Holy Ghost differs
from the Father and the Son.
- How are the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost one? To answer, use the example of
a father, mother, and children working for one same purpose. Relate
examples.
- How can the influence of the Holy Ghost be in many places at one time? To
answer, compare the Holy Ghost to the sun. There is just one sun, but its
light and warmth are felt by everyone on earth.
Why Is the Holy Ghost Necessary?
The Mission of the Holy Ghost
- What are some of the truths that the Holy Ghost reveals to us?
The Holy Ghost will witness to us that Jesus is our Savior and Redeemer (see 3
Nephi 28:11; D&C 20:27; Hebrews 10:15).
Discussion
- Why is the Holy Ghost necessary? Read again the statement by President
Joseph Fielding Smith.
- Encourage the members to tell how they felt when the Holy Ghost bore
witness to them of the truthfulness of the gospel.
- Think about times when the Holy Ghost has helped you grow in your
testimony. As appropriate, share some of these experiences with class
members or family members.
Additional Scriptures
(Holy Ghost identified)