Temporal Marriage and the Resurrection

Matthew 22:23–33

1. Read Matthew 22:23; Acts 23:6–8. Write a definition for what the Sadducees believed about the Resurrection. What does this indicate about the sincerity of the question the Sadducees asked the Savior in Matthew 22:24–28?

The Sadducees do not believe in a Resurrection. Their question was only meant to trick the Savior and the Savior knew this. Their question was not sincere at all.

2. Some people have misinterpreted the Savior’s answer in Matthew 22:30 to mean that there is no eternal marriage. Does Matthew 22:30 say that no marriages will exist after the Resurrection, or that no marriages will be performed after the Resurrection? What difference does this make?

It says that marriage will not be performed after the Resurrection not that is will not exist. There is a big difference between the two. We will still be married but the opportunity to do this is in this life.

• Find the rest of Elder James E. Talmage’s statement in the institute student manual commentary for Matthew 22:23–33, “Is There to Be Marriage in the Resurrected State?” (p. 148): “In the resurrection there will be no marrying nor giving in marriage; for all questions of marital status must be _settled before that time__.” 

• Read Doctrine and Covenants 132:15–16. Write two to three sentences describing how these verses about temporal marriage help us understand what the Lord taught in Matthew 22:30.

These scriptures coincide perfectly with the verses in Matthew 22:23-33. They say that if a man and a women are married but not by God word or by Him then when they leave this world they will be angels. It is very straight forward in verse 16 it reads, “Therefore, when they are out of the world they neither marry nor are given in marriage; but are appointed angels in heaven…” (D&C 132:16).

• Learn more about the difference between temporal and eternal marriage by studying “Marriage, Marry” in Guide to the Scriptures. Highlight your scriptures and make a list of additional insights you learn.

Husband and wife are heirs together of the grace of life: 1 Peter 3:7 

Marriage is honorable Hebrew 13:4 

What God has joined together, let not man put asunder: Matthew 19:6 

I really liked these scripture it shows we are equal partners and must honor each other. 

Parables and Accounts That Teach Eternal Truths

Luke 16:1–12, 19–31; 17:11–19; 18:1–14

Study the following parables and accounts along with the accompanying commentary from the institute student manual. Describe in writing what you feel is the major principle the Lord wants us to understand from each of the parables:

·         Luke 16:1–12, the parable of the unjust steward. “The Children of This World Are in Their Generation Wiser Than the Children of Light” (p. 124).

We should learn from the haste of what people do for temporal things and do likewise in reference to acting with haste and preparation towards spiritual matters and our eternal destiny.

·         Luke 16:19–31, the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. “What Do We Learn About the Spirit World from the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus?” (pp. 124–25).

We must be helpful to those in need and give of our substance.  We must listen to our prophets and leaders and change. God will be just in the end.

·         Luke 17:11–19, the ten lepers. “Why Were the Ten Lepers to Show Themselves to the Priests?” and “Were There Not Ten Cleansed?” (p. 130). See also the Bible Dictionary, “Leprosy” (p. 724).

We must be sincere and always give thanks for the blessings we receive from our Father in Heaven. If we are true and diligent in doing so Christ can make us whole in whatever we lack.

·         Luke 18:1–8, the parable of the unjust judge. “Why Did the Lord Give the Parable of the Unjust Judge?” (p. 131).

The Lord expects us to be persistent in our crys to Him. We must not become discouraged or tired of something (especially righteous things or desires.)

·         Luke 18:9–14, the parable of the Pharisee and the publican. “Why Did the Lord Give the Parable of the Pharisee and Publican?” (p. 131).

We must be humble before the Lord and admit our wrongs and sins to Him. We must never think we are better than anyone else; for we are all sinners and all need Christ’s atonement. 

Being a Disciple of Jesus Christ

1. Read Luke 10:38–42; 11:1–13; 12:13–40; 13:23–24; 14:16–33 and the institute student manual commentary for Luke 11:5–13, “The Parable of the Friend at Midnight” (p. 115). Make a list of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ and what the Savior taught about counting the costs of following Him.

Sat at Jesus feet and heard his words. (Luke 10:39)

Chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away, (Luke 10:42)

Ask and it shall be given you, seek and ye shall find, knock and it shall be opened unto you (Luke 11:9)

Beware of covetousness (Luke 12:15)

Rich of God (Luke 12:21)

Seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you. (Luke 12:31)

Give alms (Luke 12:33)

Strive to enter in at the strait gate. (Luke 13:24)

Lord it is done as thou hast commanded (Luke 14:22)

Doth not bear his cross, and come after me cannot be my disciple (Luke 14:27)

Sitteth not down first [or plan] (Luke 14:28)

2. Identify one of the teachings from your list that you would like to apply more fully in your life. Write a paragraph about how you could apply that teaching and what difference you believe it would make in your life.

“And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me cannot be my disciple.” (Luke 14:27)

I would like to work on this teaching of bearing my cross because it would show to the Lord that I will be humble and do His will. If He wants me to struggle with the problems I am facing even though they may be hard it is for a purpose and will one day help me to either help another or will teach me traits that I must have before I can enter into His presence. I will have a better attitude about the trials I am facing and I will look upon them with an eternal perspective.

3. Read Luke 14:33; Omni 1:26; Mosiah 2:34; Matthew 13:44–46. Explain in writing what is ultimately required to be a disciple of Jesus Christ.

We must be willing to give all to the Lord. All we have; our time, energy, and talents to the work of the Salvation.