Lesson 6

Lesson 6

We declare the means by which mortal life is created to be divinely appointed. We affirm the sanctity of life and of its importance in God’s eternal plan.

Before the lesson read: 

Life—A Great Proving Ground by FranklinD. Richards

Song:

Every Star is Different p. 142

Lyrics

1. 1. Ev'ry star is diff'rent,

And so is ev'ry child.

Some are bright and happy,

And some are meek and mild.

Ev'ry one is needed

For just what he can do.

You're the only person

Who ever can be you.

A shining star, shining brightly,

Not so very far, shining brightly;

Be a shining star. Shine so brightly;

Shine right where you are, brightly!

2. I can shine for others

And let them feel my love,

Follow the commandments

That come from God above.

I can help another

To learn to choose the right.

Having faith and courage

Will let my star shine bright.

Scripture:

Mathew 5:16

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

Lesson:

Hold up a picture of each child one at a time and ask the family who it is. Ask them to tell something special about each one of them. Ask them to share some qualities they have. Go around the room and have everyone respond to each of the pictures. Make sure that it is a positive atmosphere and that everyone is treated with respect and kindness. Once you are done with all of the family show a picture of Jesus. Ask the same questions. Once everyone has had a chance to answer tell them that Heavenly Father and Jesus love us all very much and they want us to be happy. He has a plan for each of us and we may not know what it is yet but they will guide us to it if we follow them. Then share with them ways that they are already following the Savior. (going to church, saying prayers, etc) Then ask them if there are other ways that they think they can follow the Savior plan for their lives. Share with them how you as their parents have followed the plan the Savior set forth for them by meeting the spouse and getting married and having children. They are following the plan of salvation, or the plan of happiness. Share with them the love you have for each of your family members and how life would be completely different without them.

End with sharing your testimony of the plan of happiness.

Game:

Choose one that will work best for your family:

1.       Play “I spy” but instead of picking objects around the room choose family members and share special traits that the child/person has that you admire.

2.       Have each person write a “thank you for being you” letter to anyone that they want.

3.       Make a poster of the plan of happiness. With cut outs and pictures from the children.

Treat:

Make an ice cream dessert and have each of the kids pick their favorite candy to put into the ice cream. Explain while making them that each person in the family has a uniqueness that is all their own and that that makes them very special and when they all work together as a family, the family has power to move mountains.

Follow up throughout the week:

Pay attention to each family member and give compliments when you see them doing something that makes you smile, or that you are proud of. Encourage others to do the same.