Seeking Jesus Course Overview

Introduction

• Instructor: John Hilton
• Course comprises 28 videos focusing on Jesus Christ.
• Aim: To explore Jesus Christ across scriptures, especially the New Testament.
• Objective: Equip with tools to deepen future studies of Jesus Christ.

Importance of Learning About Jesus

• Quote from President Russell M. Nelson: Learning about Jesus aids in trusting His mercy and strength.
• Increase knowledge and tools for deeper study.

Video 1: The Savior’s Central Role

Plan of Salvation

• Experience from the Missionary Training Center: Initial uncertainty about the Plan of Salvation.
• Visual depictions often miss Jesus Christ.
• Emphasizes Jesus as the center of the Plan of Salvation.

Importance of Testimonies

• Fundamental principles center on testimony of Jesus Christ.
• Example of a friend’s child leaving the church and losing faith in Jesus.
• Importance of ensuring testimonies are rooted in Jesus.

Temple Recommend Questions

• Highlight the necessity of a testimony of Jesus Christ and His atonement.

Moroni’s Message

• Encouragement to seek Jesus.

Course Structure

Content Exploration

• Scriptures, living prophets, and scholars’ teachings.
• Additional resources: Books, articles, and podcasts.

Purpose

• Enhance focus on Jesus Christ.
• President Nelson's promises of increased love, obedience, and moral strength by learning about Jesus.
• Effort required in learning and discipleship.

Scriptural Insights

Salvation Through Jesus

• King Benjamin: No other way for salvation than through Jesus.
• Jesus as the founder of peace.

Foundation in Christ

• Helaman’s teachings on building upon the rock of Jesus.
• Each person’s responsibility to build their own foundation.

Testimony and Kingdom Inheritance

• Testimony of Jesus linked to celestial inheritance.

Scripture Study vs. Christ Study

• Emphasize connection with Jesus over mere scripture reading.

The Power and Meaning of Jesus’ Name

Personal Experience

• Reflect on the use of the name Jesus.
• Doctrine on using the name reverently while embracing its power.

Meaning and Importance

• Jesus means "to save."
• Christ means "anointed one"; derived from Greek "Christos" and Hebrew "Messiah."
• Emphasis on Jesus’s mission as Savior.

Name Frequency in Scriptures

• Jesus frequently refers to His name in the Book of Mormon.
• Importance of baptism in His name.

Church Name

• Historical context of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• Importance of maintaining Jesus’ name in the church.

Modern Apostolic Guidance

• Elder Neil L. Anderson and President Russell M. Nelson on using Jesus’ name frequently.

Application of Jesus’ Name

• Practical ways to include Jesus more in daily life: prayer, social media, family discussions.
• Elder Rasband: Power in simply invoking Jesus’ name.

Conclusion

Importance of the Course

• Jesus is central to the Plan of Salvation and to personal testimonies.
• Encouragement to "seek this Jesus."
• Resources available for further study: Pre-class readings, additional materials linked in the description.