Exodus 35–40; Leviticus 1; 4; 16; 19 – Holiness to the Lord

Gathered in this post are resources to help you teach your family not only the stories of the people in the Old Testament but also the doctrine and principles found in the study block for the Come, Follow Me reading of Exodus 35-40; Leviticus 1; 4; 16; 19. There are resources for children, youth, and adults. Every resource linked to is free! Most links are to church websites or websites approved for further gospel study. Choose on thing a day to do with your family or a couple to do for family home evening. Enjoy!

Everyone

Video – Temples Through Time – Throughout time, many religions have built temples. Scholars, ministers, people of various faiths, and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints share their thoughts about the temples of old and present-day temples and how both connect people with heaven. (5:58 minutes)

Video – I Will Go and Do: 2020 Youth Theme (feat. David Archuleta) – When we go and do the things that the Lord asks us to do, He will prepare a way for us to accomplish it. See 1 Nephi 3:7 in The Book of Mormon. Music and lyrics written by Nik Day. (4:29 minutes)

Video – Songs: Sung and Unsung – We all have days when we feel low and out of tune—like we have nothing of value to contribute. We may struggle to avoid comparing ourselves to others. In times like these, we need to remember that we’re supposed to be unique and different and that we too have a special place in God’s choir. (2:56 minutes)

Video – Extraordinary Gift – Kuha’o, a blind 15-year-old piano prodigy, freely shares his God given musical gift to bless the lives of everyone who listens. (4:24 minutes)

Primary Children

Activity – The Tabernacle – Dot-to-dot

Activity – Old Testament Tabernacle Craft – Cut out and make this replica of the tabernacle.

Video – The Tabernacle – Moses tells the Israelites to build a tabernacle according to Jesus Christ’s instructions. Jesus Christ promises to visit the tabernacle. Old Testament Stories

God has given me gifts to help with His work. Exodus 35:20-29; 36:1

Activity/Article – The Parable of the Talents – Jesus taught us to use and improve our talents. Includes an idea for a family activity.

Activity/Article – Sharing Time: I Have Talents – A story about the variety of talents children have. Includes finger puppets to print out and color.

Art – She Painted Her Faith – Get to know Minerva Teichert, a talented artist.

Story – Lacy’s Talent – A girl learns that she has many talents, even though they aren’t easy to see or hear.

Story – My Golden Ribbon Dance – Hannah used her dancing talents to share her testimony.

Story – A Painting of Christ – Tesla, age 11, tells how she painted a picture of Christ and gave it to her friend.

I can feel the Lord’s presence in holy places. Exodus 40:17-34

Activity – I Can Feel God’s Presence in Holy Places – Color and assemble this tabernacle/temple diorama

Activity – Build a tent like the tabernacle. You can use blankets, towels, chairs, and anything else in your home. Then sit in your tent and talk about why temples are important. Or you could make a small tabernacle with blocks or other items.

Activity – Find that Temple! – Match the stained-glass windows to the temple they are in.

Article – Beauty Within: Designing the House of the Lord – Learn what it takes to design a temple.

Article – I Want to Be a Stained-Glass Artist  – Meet an artist who helps create stained-glass windows for the temple.

Video – What is a Temple? – The difference between chapels, where Latter-day Saints meet for regular Sunday worship, and temples is also explained.

Because of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, I can be forgiven. Leviticus 1:1-4

Activity – Promised Blessings – Look up these scriptures to discover a few of the blessings of the Atonement. Fill in the missing words to reveal a reminder of these promised blessings.

Activity/Article – Jesus Christ Is My Savior and Redeemer – A short message and puzzle showing what the Atonement does for each of us.

Article – Why Is Jesus Christ So Important to Us? – Dallin H. Oaks teaches six reasons why Jesus Christ is important.

Article – Washed Clean – Boyd K. Packer teaches that we can become clean again through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

Youth and Adults

Article – The Tabernacle and Sacrifice – When we understand the symbolism of the tabernacle and animal sacrifice, we can gain spiritual insights that will also strengthen our faith in Christ.

Video – The Tabernacle of Moses – Scripture Central (4:10 minutes)

The Lord wants me to become holy. Exodus 35-40; Leviticus 19

Article – Standing in Holy Places – We unavoidably stand in so many unholy places and are subjected to so much that is vulgar, profane, and destructive of the Spirit of the Lord that I encourage our Saints all over the world, wherever possible, to strive to stand more often in holy places.

Article – Becoming Like Him – Only with the Savior’s divine help can we all progress toward becoming like Him.

Article – Be Ye Therefore Perfect – Eventually – If we persevere, then somewhere in eternity our refinement will be finished and complete.

Article – Standing in Holy Places – Standing in holy places is all about being in good company, whether you are alone or with others.

Video – Washing and Anointing – Scripture Central (8:07 minutes)

Video – Standing in Holy Places – A young woman reflects on the blessings of walking the covenant path as she makes her journey to the temple. (5:42 minutes)

Video – The Tabernacle – A video explaining the Tabernacle and its importance.

The Lord asks me to make my offerings with a willing heart. Exodus 35:4 – 36:7

Article – Yielding Our Hearts to God – When we open ourselves to the Spirit, we learn God’s way and feel His will.

Video – Inspiring Short: Lessons from the Onion Patch | Henry B. Eyring – To bring down the power of heaven, we must learn the principle of waiting upon the Lord through real prayer, righteous living, and fervent listening. (2:51 minutes)

Video – Building the Tabernacle of Moses – Scripture Central (3:21 minutes)

Video – Our Daily Sacrifices – Scripture Central (5:33 minutes)

Temple ordinances were given anciently. Exodus 40:12–14

Article – The Unfolding Restoration of Temple Work – Through the Prophet Joseph Smith has come the restoration of all necessary priesthood keys and gospel principles taught in our temples today.

Article – The Order of the House of God: Ancient Practices and Modern Experiences – From FAIR Latter-day Saints

Video – Understanding the Book of Leviticus – Scripture Central (11:19 minutes)

Because of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, I can be forgiven. Leviticus 1:1-9; 16

Article – Repentance: A Joyful Choice – Repentance is not only possible but also joyful because of our Savior.

Article – Q&A: How do you know you’re forgiven when you repent? – The staff of the New Era answer the question as do members throughout the world.

Article – How Do I Know When I Am Forgiven? – When I served as mission president, missionaries often asked these two questions: (1) How do I know when I am forgiven of my sins? and (2) If I am forgiven, why do I still feel guilt?

Article – Come Unto Christ – I bear you my testimony that God lives. He is your Father. You want to go home. You want to be with him. The only way you can be with him in the way you want to be is to become clean and spotless. A BYU Devotional address by Henry B. Eyring.

Video – Lifting Burdens: The Atonement of Jesus Christ – Apostles of Jesus Christ testify of the Savior’s power to heal, change, and purify us through His Atonement. (3:31 minutes)

Video – Reclaimed – Just as a garbage dump can be turned into a beautiful park, a life of sin can be cleansed and changed through the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Elder Shayne M. Bowen teaches, “The Atonement of Jesus Christ is available to each of us. It can clean, reclaim, and sanctify even you.” (3:26 mintues)

Video – Repentance: A Joyful Choice – Dale G. Renlund tells a childhood story of lighting a firecracker in the chapel right before church began. He relates his story to the joy of repentance. (4:36 minutes)

Video – Inspiring Short: The Parable of the Bicycle | Stephen E. Robinson – In this beloved story, Stephen E. Robinson shares how the Atonement of Jesus Christ makes all the difference. (4:05 minutes)

Video – Day of Atonement – Scripture Central (16:37 minutes)

Adults

Article – Exodus 25–30; 35–40: The House of the Lord in the Wilderness – Old Testament Institute Manual

Article – Insights into Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy – BYU Religious Studies Center

Article – The Law of Moses and the Law of Christ – BYU Religious Studies Center

Article – New Testament Festivals in the Temple Scroll – BYU Religious Studies Center

Video – Discussions on the Old Testament: The House of the Lord in the Wilderness – Learn how the Lord taught Israel to establish a house of worship during a long period of mobility. BYUtv (27:59 minutes)

Video – Discussions on the Old Testament: The Book of Leviticus – Review more laws, rites, and sacrifices that would come to be known as the Law of Moses. BYUtv (27:44 minutes)

Video – Come Follow Up: Exodus 35-40; Leviticus 1; 16; 19 – Come Follow Up host Ben Lomu meets with Old Testament scholar Melissa Inouye, as well as special guests Dana Pike and Ben Hammond, to discuss the Lord’s desire for us to become holy, as well as how we can understand the ancient tabernacle. Also discussed are the heavy presence of symbolism in ancient Israel, and the consecration of resources toward the building of sacred places. BYUtv (55:15 minutes)