FHE Lessons

The Family Proclamation was read by President Gordon B. Hinckley in 1995. This landmark statement on the nature of the family and our divine identities helps us understand how the family can help us follow Jesus Christ and reach our full potential. This FHE lesson helps us understand the contents of the Family Proclamation and how it can bless our …

The Articles of Faith were written by Joseph Smith in 1842 to “John Wentworth, a Chicago newspaper editor who wanted information concerning the history and beliefs of the Church.”1 They were included in what is now known as the Wentworth Letter, but they are now part of the Pearl of Great Price as foundational truths and doctrines of the Church …

Joseph Smith had lost his dear brother Alvin many years earlier and had wondered and worried for his soul. Though his family did not believe he had gone to hell (as one clergyman had claimed), they didn’t know what to think since he had died before true baptism had been restored. In January 1836, Joseph’s vision of the celestial kingdom …

Gratitude is a principle with a promise. As we give thanks to the Lord, we will be strengthened and find His hand working in our lives. This Thanksgiving FHE lesson helps us understand how to be grateful in all circumstances. Scripture Luke 17:11-19 And it came to pass, as he went to Jerusalem, that he passed through the midst of …

Since the beginning of the Restoration, we have been warned and forewarned that the Savior is coming soon. Whether He comes to us, or we come to Him, every one of us should prepare ourselves to see Him face to face. Scripture Doctrine and Covenants 133:10-11 Yea, let the cry go forth among all people: Awake and arise and go …

A stereotypical view of Heaven might include harp playing, but we will be the same people there that we are here and our relationships will reflect that. This Doctrine and Covenants FHE lesson helps us better understand the nature of our eternal families.  Scripture Doctrine and Covenants 130:1-2 When the Savior shall appear we shall see him as he is. …

People who have died before having a chance to accept the gospel and be baptized are sort of like righteous people who have been sent to prison. They are unable to progress to live with God because they haven’t received the saving ordinance of baptism. How does God provide a way for these “prisoners” to go free? Scripture Doctrine and …

After being moved from Kirtland, and persecuted in Missouri, the Saints in Nauvoo were again charged to build a temple. How does this charge still apply to us when we as church members no longer build temples with our own hands? Scripture Doctrine and Covenants 124:55 And again, verily I say unto you, I command you again to build a …

Joseph Smith and other early leaders of the Church suffered horrendously in Liberty Jail. In their extremity, they learned about how trials can lead to glorious revelation and connection with God. This Doctrine and Covenants FHE lesson helps us understand how we can endure our trials in a similar fashion. Scripture Doctrine and Covenants 121:7-8 My son, peace be unto thy soul; …

This Doctrine and Covenants FHE lesson helps us understand the power behind the name of the Church and what it can teach us about helping the Savior in His mission to gather Zion. Scripture Doctrine and Covenants 115:4 For thus shall my church be called in the last days, even The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Hymn The …