Study Guide for "Teaching in the Savior’s Way"

In this talk, Brother Jan E. Newman discusses the importance of teaching in the Savior's way, both in our homes and at church. He emphasizes the significant role that Christlike teaching plays in deepening our conversion and becoming more like Christ. He shares personal experiences and gives suggestions on how to emulate the Savior in our teaching, the power of families in gospel learning, and the personal nature of conversion.

Before Reading

Before reading or listening to the talk, consider the following questions:

How does Brother Newman define teaching in the Savior's way?
What suggestions does Brother Newman offer to help us teach more like the Savior?
How does Brother Newman illustrate the power of families in gospel learning?
What does Brother Newman say about the personal nature of conversion?
What resources does Brother Newman suggest for improving our teaching?

Topics

Emulating the Savior in our Teaching

Brother Newman emphasizes the importance of learning about the Master Teacher, Jesus Christ, and adjusting our way of teaching to be more like His. He encourages us to study the Church resource "Teaching in the Savior’s Way" to help in our efforts to be more Christlike in our teaching.

First and foremost, take it upon yourself to learn all you can about the Master Teacher Himself.

After you explore questions like these, evaluate and adjust your way of teaching to be more like His.

How does Brother Newman suggest we can learn about the Master Teacher?
What are some ways we can adjust our teaching to be more like the Savior's?
What steps can you take to learn more about the Savior's way of teaching?
How can you apply the principles of "Teaching in the Savior’s Way" in your own teaching situations?

Unleashing the Power of Families in Gospel Learning

Brother Newman shares a personal experience illustrating the transformative power of gospel learning in families. He emphasizes that for conversion to be truly life-changing, it must permeate every aspect of our lives, starting with our families and homes.

To be truly life-changing, conversion to Jesus Christ must involve our whole soul and permeate every aspect of our lives. This is why it must be focused at the center of our lives—our families and homes.

Why does Brother Newman say that conversion must be focused at the center of our lives?
What does he mean by the "power of families" in gospel learning?
How can you incorporate more gospel learning in your family life?
What changes have you noticed in your family as you've focused on gospel learning at home?

Understanding that Conversion is Personal

Brother Newman highlights that conversion is a personal journey that must come from within. He uses the parable of the ten virgins and the example of Nephi learning from the angel to illustrate this point. He also emphasizes the role of parents in providing a nourishing environment for their children's testimonies to grow.

My final suggestion is to remember that conversion must come from within.

Children inherit many things from their parents, but a testimony is not one of them.

What does Brother Newman mean when he says that conversion must come from within?
How does the parable of the ten virgins relate to the concept of personal conversion?
How have you experienced the personal nature of conversion in your own life?
What can you do to create a nourishing environment for your own or others" testimonies to grow?

Improving Teaching in the Church

Brother Newman invites leaders and teachers in the Church to counsel together with parents and youth to improve teaching at all levels. He emphasizes the importance of teaching doctrine and inviting Spirit-filled discussions about the truths learned from personal study.

I invite leaders and teachers in every organization of the Church to counsel together with parents and youth in order to dramatically improve teaching at every level—in stakes, in wards, and in homes.

What does Brother Newman suggest to improve teaching in the Church?
Why does he emphasize the importance of Spirit-filled discussions?
How can you apply Brother Newman's suggestions to improve teaching in your own church calling or family?
What steps can you take to invite more Spirit-filled discussions in your teaching situations?

The Role of Spiritual Experiences in Conversion

Brother Newman emphasizes the importance of having personal spiritual experiences in knowing the truth of all things. He suggests that everyone who teaches can offer others the opportunity to have their own spiritual experiences, which will lead them to personal conversion.

Everyone who teaches in the home and at church can offer to others the opportunity to have their own spiritual experiences.

Conversion is a personal journey—a journey of gathering.

How does Brother Newman describe the role of spiritual experiences in conversion?
What does he mean when he says that "conversion is a personal journey—a journey of gathering"?
How have personal spiritual experiences contributed to your own conversion?
How can you offer others the opportunity to have their own spiritual experiences?