Preparation
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Read, ponder, and pray about the following scriptures:
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a. 1 Corinthians 11:1–3, 11–12. Paul teaches of husbands’ and wives’ relationships with each other and with the Lord.
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b. 1 Corinthians 11:17–29. Paul teaches that the sacrament is an emblem of the Savior’s sacrifice and should be partaken of in remembrance of Him.
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c. 1 Corinthians 12–14. Paul teaches that there are many spiritual gifts and that they are all important to the Church. He teaches that charity is more important than any other gift or quality. He teaches that spiritual gifts should be used for the benefit of all.
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d. 1 Corinthians 15. Paul teaches that because of Jesus Christ, we will be resurrected. He also speaks of baptism for the dead and of the three degrees of glory.
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Additional reading: 3 Nephi 18:1–14; Moroni 7:44–48; 10:8–18; Doctrine and Covenants 46:1–26; 76:50–119; 88:27–32, 95–102.
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If the following pictures are available, use some of them during the lesson to illustrate charity: Waiting Our Turn (62316); Sharing the Tricycle (62317); Family Fun (62384); Administering to the Sick (62342; Gospel Art Picture Kit 613); Home Teaching (Gospel Art Picture Kit 614); Serving One Another (Gospel Art Picture Kit 615).
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Suggestion for teaching: To teach the gospel effectively, teachers need the gift of an understanding heart. To better understand class members’ needs, teachers should have charity and be guided by the Holy Spirit. Teachers should prayerfully consider the needs of each class member and how to help meet those needs. (See Teaching, No Greater Call [36123], pages 12–13, 31–39, 92, 98–99, 102.)