Mormon 1-6 The Entire Destruction of the Nephites

Mormon 1:1-10 Mormon Called

Summarize the things we learn about Mormon from these verses. How is the calling of Mormon similar to the calling of Joseph Smith? How is it similar to the calling of a Melchizedek Priesthood holder?

Mormon 1:11-19 No Gifts from God

List the gifts that the Lord removed from the Nephites. What happens to people who have had the gifts of God who are no longer worthy of them? Cross-reference: D&C 1:13-16.

Mormon 2:1-15 The Day of Grace Was Passed

In verses 11-14 what caused Mormon to rejoice? What caused him to feel sorrow? How are Mormon’s feelings similar to the feelings the Lord himself has for his children? Cross-reference: Exodus 20:3-6; D&C 76:5-10.

Mormon 2:16-29 The Lord Did Not Abide with Us

Look at these verses and find the words God, Lord, and Spirit. What help did the Nephites receive from the Godhead in these terrible years of battle? What were the consequences? What have been the consequences in your life when you have not included the Lord or have not been worthy of the Lord’s blessings?

Mormon 3:1-16 Mormon Refuses to Lead the Nephite Armies

In verse 16 Mormon declares that he refused to lead the Nephite armies against the Lamanites. Read verses 1-15 and see if you can find reasons why he would make such a decision. Cross-reference: D&C 103:12-20.

Mormon 3:17-22 I Write unto You

Mormon uses these verses to make an editorial comment, to send a message to the reader. As you read these verses, what is the overarching principle that Mormon is trying to teach you? How will your life be blessed if you will follow this principle?

Mormon 4-6 The Ministry of Mormon

Have students read the following verses and summarize the feelings and observations of Mormon as he records the final years of the Nephites before their entire destruction. Mormon 4:11-12, 21; 5:2, 8, 10-24; 6:19-22. Why would the Lord want us to have this record? What can we do to prevent the entire destruction of a nation and people?