W05 Prove Reflection
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Reflection and Synthesis Report
Name: Week #:5
Instructions
In the table provided below, you will complete your reflection and synthesis responses for this week. Be sure to
complete each Response section. When referencing scripture or other materials, only include a brief or abbreviated summary along with the citation as these cannot be included in the required word count. When you have completed the document, save it to your computer and follow the instructions in your course to submit the assignment to your instructor.
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Did you complete all the assigned reading for the week? [Yes
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or No ⃝
]
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Article of Faith
Please list the Article(s) of Faith covered this week
Response: We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for the gift of the Holy Ghost.
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Explanation of Key Events and Scriptures
Demonstrate your comprehension of fundamental truths of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, and your ability to use the scriptures to teach them. Be sure to include specific scripture references, focusing especially on restoration scriptures (Book of Mormon, Doctrine & Covenants, Pearl of Great Price). Scenario: Imagine you have been asked by a family member or friend to share what you believe about the truths and events you studied this week. Share in your own words several insights as though you are really trying to teach someone. Include at least three scripture references to support the truths you teach (you may reference them, but there is no need to quote them). Share your testimony as you would when teaching someone. Your response will be evaluated by the following criteria:
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200–300 words in length (please include your word count at the bottom of the section).
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Include at least 3 references.
Response: This week, the first scripture that helped me understand the Article of Faith was found in D&C 138. This chapter helped me realize that our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, is the focal point of the Gospel. It accomplished this by outlining the benefits of following the Gospel and emphasizing that it is all because of the Atonement. This taught me that our faith in Jesus Christ is essential if we are to follow the rest of the Gospel. Our faith serves as our foundation. 2 Nephi 31 was the next scripture that stood out to me this week. This has always been a helpful go-to for me when studying Gospel principles, so I reviewed it this week. It walks you through each principle and explains how important each is to your exaltation. 3 Nephi 27:16–17 was the final scripture I chose. These verses taught me the importance of perseverance. We can live our lives following the Gospel, but we will be held accountable if we do not persevere to the end.
Word Count: 200 •
Synthesis: Personal Relevance and Application to the Real World
There are many serious challenges people encounter on a daily basis that are consequences of living in a fallen world. The gospel truths taught in the Articles of Faith have tremendous power to help people find answers, rise above problems, or simply feel God's love and concern for them again.
Each week you will choose an issue (below) and think deeply about how the truths in that week’s Article of Faith can offer hope to those who are experiencing the problem. If you have another issue that particularly interests you, then choose your own:
abortion
abuse/bullying
addiction
depression
divorce
domestic violence
energy/environmental issues
violence
gambling
genocide
homosexuality
international terrorism
materialism
natural disasters
pornography
unemployment
poverty
racial strife/hatred
religious intolerance/persecution
threats to religious liberty
same-sex marriage
suicide
Scenario: Imagine you are speaking to someone who has experienced or has concerns about the issue you have chosen. What would you share from the doctrine and fundamental truths that you have studied this past week to help that person? Include why you think these truths and doctrine are helpful and what they have meant to you. Be encouraging with the truths you know.
Write a response in at least 300-450 words
and list your word count at the end of your response.
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The world problem/issue I chose this week is: Suicide
Response: I picked the topic of suicide this week because I have been thinking about it after reading a book on the famed chef Anthony Bourdain, who committed suicide in 2018. Suicide, I feel, is a result of various problems that we as a society face on a daily basis, many of which are listed above. Many people don't comprehend why anybody would do such a thing to themselves, but my research this week has enabled me to understand a bit more. I know that everyone in the world suffers from depression or other mental illnesses to some extent at some point in their lives. This week, I understood that folks who have suicidal thoughts have a worse case of these mental difficulties, leading them to desire to do anything to get rid of it. Some individuals believe that there is no other alternative in these dire times. So I believe the first and third articles of faith are essential for getting to know these folks. The first tells us that we have faith in Heavenly Beings, who would go to any length to ensure our pleasure. They want to help us, especially now when we are in such desperate need. The third article of faith describes what they have done to demonstrate this love, which is the Atonement of Jesus Christ. The Atonement grants us access to all the benefits we require. If we comprehend the Atonement, we will realize that the happiness we desire is only a short distance away. I've loved having more time to study these Articles of Faith because they've helped me understand the role of the Godhead in our daily lives.
Word Count: 300
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