Although Jesus grew in wisdom and knowledge throughout His life, He was not formally educated like other religious leaders of His day. And yet when He taught, the people marveled, saying, “How knoweth this man letters, having never learned?” Why were His teachings so powerful? “My doctrine is not mine,” the Savior explained, “but his that sent me” (John 7:15–16). Doctrine is eternal truth—found in the scriptures and the words of latter-day prophets—that shows us the way to become like our Father in Heaven and return to Him. Regardless of how experienced you are as a teacher, you can teach with power, as the Savior did, by teaching the Father’s doctrine. You and those you teach will marvel at the blessings God sends when your teaching and learning are grounded in His word.
As you start a new subject and semester, consider how you demonstrate the following points when it comes to being an example to your students. Do I...
Learn the doctrine of Jesus Christ for yourself.
Teach from the scriptures and the words of latter-day prophets.
Help learners seek, recognize, and understand truths in the scriptures.
Focus on truths that lead to conversion and build faith in Jesus Christ.
Help learners find personal relevance in the doctrine of Jesus Christ.
What are a couple of goals you might make as you have pondered on these points?
This year's study of the New Testament is a wonderful opportunity for your students to deepen their testimony and conversion as they come to know the Savior and His Doctrine in this wonderful book.
Thank you for all you are doing to bless the lives of these young people. Have a great start!
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