“This Is My Work and My Glory”
Come, Follow Me Study Guide | January 5-11
Before the familiar Creation account begins, the Lord revealed truths that answer deeper questions about identity, purpose, and eternal destiny. Through visions given to Moses and Abraham, God clarified who He is, who we are, and why the Creation mattered at all.
These revelations frame the Old Testament by placing humanity’s story within a much larger, eternal plan centered on Jesus Christ.
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Setting the Stage for Your Come, Follow Me Study
This section of the study guide aims to provide a deeper understanding of the circumstances surrounding the revelation or scripture being studied. By exploring the events, challenges, and background of the time, this section helps readers appreciate the significance of the teachings and how they apply to our lives today.
The book of Moses did not originate as a standalone ancient manuscript but emerged during Joseph Smith’s inspired revision of the Bible in 1830. As Joseph worked through Genesis, he encountered questions about Moses’s authority, the nature of God, and humanity’s place in creation, leading to revelations that expanded the biblical account. Moses 1 functioned as a divine prologue, establishing context before the Creation narrative began.
Moses’s vision presented a striking contrast between God’s majesty and Satan’s attempts to deceive. After experiencing God’s presence and learning of his divine identity, Moses faced immediate opposition that sought to undermine his confidence and authority. This encounter illustrated a recurring spiritual pattern: revelation is often followed by resistance, requiring faith and discernment.
The book of Abraham, translated later from Egyptian papyri, complemented Moses’s vision by revealing humanity’s premortal existence. Abraham’s account broadened the scope of God’s plan, showing councils in heaven, foreordination, and a deliberate purpose behind earthly life. Together, Moses 1 and Abraham 3 provided a doctrinal foundation for understanding creation not as a beginning, but as a continuation of God’s eternal work.
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Come, Follow Me Study Resources
I Am a Son of God | ChurchofJesusChrist.org
This section provides additional talks and insights to deepen your study and strengthen your understanding of gospel principles. Explore these messages to gain fresh perspectives and apply what you learn in your daily life.
- “Choices for Eternity” by Russell M. Nelson
- “Deceive Me Not” by Gary E. Stevenson
- “Premortal Life” in Topics and Questions
They Who Keep Their First Estate Shall be Added Upon | ChurchofJesusChrist.org
Come, Follow Me Podcasts
These podcasts provide valuable insights, personal stories, and thoughtful perspectives that align with this week’s Come, Follow Me study guide. Tune in to explore new ideas and deepen your understanding of the principles being taught.
- Grounded – Moses 1; Abraham 3 | Dr. Barbara Morgan Gardner & Shannon Foster | Jan. 5-11
- Thumb Follow Me – The Super Sus Baby in the Basket – SEASON PREMIERE –
- Unshaken – Come Follow Me – Moses 1, Abraham 3 – Prelude to the Old Testament
Questions for Personal Reflection
These thoughtful prompts are designed to help you connect the scriptures and their principles to your own life, encouraging personal insights and spiritual growth. Take time to reflect, journal, or discuss these questions as part of your study.
- How does understanding your identity as a child of God influence the way you respond to doubt or temptation?
- What does God’s declaration of His work and glory reveal about His priorities and your role in His plan?
- Which truths from Abraham’s vision about premortal life feel most relevant to the choices you face right now?
Living the Principle: “This Is My Work and My Glory”
These suggestions are designed to inspire action and help you live the teachings in meaningful, personal ways. By embracing these ideas, you can deepen your discipleship and bring the light of the gospel into your home, relationships, and community.
- Anchor decisions in divine identity by consciously prioritizing eternal truths over temporary labels, roles, or expectations.
- Actively reject spiritual counterfeits by measuring influences against revealed truth and relying on prayer and remembrance when faith is tested.
- View life’s challenges as purposeful opportunities for growth by trusting that mortality is part of a carefully designed plan centered on eternal progression.
Shareable Quotes for Come, Follow Me Inspiration
This section of the study guide features an uplifting quote from Church leaders, scriptures, or this week’s Come, Follow Me lesson—perfect for sharing with family and friends, or on social media. These messages are designed to spark meaningful conversations and keep the truths you learn at the forefront of your week.
How has this week’s study guide inspired or strengthened you? Your reflections could uplift someone else and spark a meaningful conversation in our community. Let’s learn and grow together!
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Holly Wallace is a writer and storyteller drawn to meaningful questions and overlooked details. Her work explores Latter-day Saint life and culture through faithful inquiry, inviting readers to pause, consider, and engage more deeply with what matters most.
