Study Guide for "To Be a Follower of Christ"

In this talk, Elder Alfred Kyungu discusses the importance of becoming a follower of Christ and the ways in which we can strive to imitate Him. Drawing upon the teachings of the scriptures and the example of the Savior, Elder Kyungu highlights four qualities that he believes are crucial for every disciple of Jesus Christ: humility, courage, forgiveness, and sacrifice. He shares personal experiences and teachings from modern prophets to illustrate these principles.

Before Reading

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

What does it mean to be a follower of Christ according to Elder Kyungu?
What are the four qualities of the Savior that Elder Kyungu discusses in his talk?
How does Elder Kyungu suggest we can apply these qualities in our lives?
What scriptures does Elder Kyungu reference to support his teachings on these qualities?
What personal experiences does Elder Kyungu share to illustrate these principles?

Topics

Embracing Humility as Christ Did

Elder Kyungu discusses the importance of humility, as exemplified by Jesus Christ. He emphasizes how Christ's humility allowed the will of God to prevail and how it brings peace and God's favor upon us.

Jesus Christ was very humble from the premortal life. At the Council in Heaven, He recognized and allowed the will of God to prevail in the plan of salvation for mankind. He said, "Father, thy will be done, and the glory be thine forever" (Moses 4:2).

Let us live in humility because it brings peace (see Doctrine and Covenants 19:23). Humility precedes glory, and it brings God’s favor upon us: "Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble" (1 Peter 5:5).

How did Christ exemplify humility throughout His life?
How can humility bring peace and God's favor upon us?
What does it mean to be "clothed with humility"?
What are some ways you can cultivate humility in your own life?
Can you recall an experience in which humility brought peace or God's favor upon you?
How can you better allow God's will to prevail in your life?

Exhibiting Courage in Following Christ

Elder Kyungu highlights the courage exhibited by Jesus Christ and encourages us to have the courage to do what is right, defend our faith, repent daily, accept God's will, and obey His commandments.

Let us have the courage to do what is right even when it is unpopular—the courage to defend our faith and to act by faith. Let us have the courage to repent daily, the courage to accept God’s will and obey His commandments.

"For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind" (2 Timothy 1:7).

What are some examples of Christ's courage?
How can we demonstrate courage in our faith?
What does it mean to have "the spirit of power, and of love, and of a sound mind"?
What are some ways you can demonstrate courage in your faith?
How can you better accept God's will and obey His commandments?
Can you recall an experience where you had to show courage in your faith?

Practicing Forgiveness as Christ Taught

Elder Kyungu discusses the importance of forgiveness, as taught and exemplified by Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that forgiveness sets us free and is required for us to be true disciples of Jesus Christ.

Let us sincerely forgive each other to obtain the forgiveness of the Father. Forgiveness sets us free and makes us worthy to partake of the sacrament every Sunday. Forgiveness is required for us to be truly disciples of Jesus Christ.

Through His infinite Atonement, you can forgive those who have hurt you and who may never accept responsibility for their cruelty to you.

Why is forgiveness important in being a disciple of Christ?
How does forgiveness set us free?
How can we forgive others who may never accept responsibility for their actions?
What are some ways you can practice forgiveness in your life?
How has forgiveness set you free in the past?
How can you better obtain the forgiveness of the Father?

Emulating Christ's Sacrifice

Elder Kyungu discusses the importance of sacrifice, as exemplified by Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that sacrifice is a demonstration of pure love and is necessary to keep the covenants we have made with the Savior.

The Savior gave the supreme sacrifice of His life for us so that we would be redeemed.

We can sacrifice our time to perform ministering, to serve others, to do good, to do family history work, and to magnify our Church calling.

Why is sacrifice important in being a follower of Christ?
How did Christ demonstrate sacrifice?
What are some ways we can sacrifice for the kingdom of God?
What are some ways you can practice sacrifice in your life?
How can you better keep the covenants you have made with the Savior?
How has sacrifice brought you closer to Christ?