檢視蕭昶欣/英文/CFM/12月9-15日的原始碼

<div class='headline'>December 9–15</div>
<div class='headline'>12月9-15日</div>
<div class='section'>Revelation 1–11</div>
<div class='section'>啟示錄第1～11章</div>
<div class='section'>“Glory, and Power, Be unto … the Lamb for Ever”</div>
<div class='section'>「榮耀、權勢都歸給……羔羊，直到永永遠遠」</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>1</span>Consider writing down questions you have about what you read in Revelation.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>2</span>You can then search for answers to your questions or discuss them with a family member or in Church classes.</p>
<div class='section'>RECORD YOUR IMPRESSIONS</div>
<div class='section'> 記錄心得感想</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>3</span>Have you ever struggled to express to others what you felt during a powerful spiritual experience?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>4</span>Everyday language can feel inadequate to describe spiritual feelings and impressions.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>5</span>Perhaps this is why John used such rich symbolism and imagery to describe his majestic revelation.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>6</span>He could have simply stated that he saw Jesus Christ, but to help us understand his experience, he described the Savior using words like these: “His eyes were as a flame of fire,” “out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword,” and “his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength” (Revelation 1:14–16).</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>7</span>As you read the book of Revelation, try to discover the messages John wanted you to learn and feel, even if you don’t understand the meaning behind every symbol.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>8</span>Why might he have compared Church congregations to candlesticks, Satan to a dragon, and Jesus Christ to a lamb?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>9</span>Ultimately, you don’t have to understand every symbol in Revelation to understand its important themes, including its most prominent theme: Jesus Christ and His followers will triumph over the kingdoms of men and of Satan.</p>
<div class='section'>Ideas for Personal Scripture Study</div>
<div class='section'>個人經文研讀的建議</div>
<div class='section'>Revelation</div>
<div class='section'>啟示</div>
<div class='section'>How can I make sense of the book of Revelation?</div>
<div class='section'>我要如何理解啟示錄的意義？</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>10</span>The book of Revelation can be hard to understand, but don’t get discouraged.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>11</span>John’s promise may inspire you to keep trying: “Blessed are they who read, and they who hear and understand the words of this prophecy, and keep those things which are written therein, for the time of the coming of the Lord draweth nigh”.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>12</span>(Joseph Smith Translation, Revelation 1:3 [in the Bible Appendix], emphasis added)</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>13</span>The following questions and resources can provide insights as you study Revelation:</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>14</span>Who was John? (See 1 Nephi 14:18–27; Bible Dictionary, “John.”)</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>15</span>How is the book organized, and what are some themes to look for? (See Bible Dictionary, “Revelation of John.”)</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>16</span>What do the symbols in Revelation represent? (See Doctrine and Covenants 77; New Testament Student Manual [Church Educational System manual, 2014], 525–68.)</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>17</span>It might also be helpful to look for insights in the Joseph Smith Translation of various Revelation passages. (See the footnotes and the Bible appendix.)</p>
<div class='section'>Revelation</div>
<div class='section'>啟示</div>
<div class='section'>John’s vision teaches how Heavenly Father saves His children.</div>
<div class='section'>約翰的異象教導我們天父如何拯救祂的兒女。</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>18</span>As you begin studying the book of Revelation, think about how the things you read connect to what you know about Heavenly Father’s plan for the redemption and exaltation of His children.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>19</span>You could start by reviewing the overview of the plan of salvation in Preach My Gospel (pages 47–59).</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>20</span>Then, as you read John’s account of his vision, ask yourself questions like these: What truths do I learn from Revelation about what Heavenly Father has done to help me return to Him?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>21</span>How can this help me understand God’s plan for me?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>22</span>It may help you to know that in general:</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>23</span>Much of chapter 12 deals with events in the premortal life (see also “Premortality,” Gospel Topics, topics.lds.org).</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>24</span>Chapters 6–11, 13–14, 16–19 describe mortal life and events in the history of the earth (see also “Mortality,” Gospel Topics, topics.lds.org).</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>25</span>Chapters 2–3, 15, 20–22 describe the Final Judgment and the glory that awaits the faithful in the eternal realms (see also “Postmortality,” Gospel Topics, topics.lds.org).</p>
<div class='section'>Revelation 2–3</div>
<div class='section'>啟示錄第2～3章</div>
<div class='section'>Jesus Christ knows me personally and will help me overcome my challenges.</div>
<div class='section'>耶穌基督認識我，祂會幫助我克服挑戰。</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>26</span>The Savior’s words in Revelation 2–3 reveal that He understood the successes and struggles unique to each branch of the Church in John’s day.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>27</span>He reassured the Saints in several congregations that He was aware of, among other things, their “works,” “tribulation,” “poverty,” and “charity” (Revelation 2:2, 9, 19)—along with some ways they could improve.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>28</span>These chapters can remind you that the Savior understands your strengths and weaknesses and wants to help you overcome your earthly challenges.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>29</span>What does Jesus Christ promise to those who overcome?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>30</span>What changes do you feel prompted to make to overcome your challenges?</p>
<div class='section'>Revelation 5</div>
<div class='section'>啟示錄第5章</div>
<div class='section'>Only Jesus Christ could make Heavenly Father’s plan possible.</div>
<div class='section'>唯有耶穌基督才能實現天父的計畫。</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>31</span>Although you don’t remember it, you were likely present for the events John described in Revelation 5.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>32</span>As you read about these events, consider what it must have been like when we all realized that Jesus Christ (the “Lamb”) would make Heavenly Father’s plan possible (open the book and loose the seven seals).</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>33</span>Why could Jesus Christ alone do this?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>34</span>How can you show your faith in Him as your Savior?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>35</span>See also Job 38:4–7; “Atonement of Jesus Christ,” Gospel Topics, topics.lds.org.</p>
<div class='section'>Revelation 6–11</div>
<div class='section'>啟示錄第6～11章</div>
<div class='section'>The Restoration preceded the destruction that will take place before the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.</div>
<div class='section'>耶穌基督第二次來臨前會發生毀滅，而毀滅之前會有復興。</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>36</span>Revelation 6–11 describes events that will take place during the earth’s temporal existence (see D&C 77:6), including the Restoration of the gospel in the latter days (see Revelation 7).</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>37</span>As you read about the events John prophesied and watch some of them unfold, what are you inspired to do to better prepare yourself and your family for the Second Coming?</p>
<div class='section'>Ideas for Family Scripture Study and Family Home Evening</div>
<div class='section'>家庭經文研讀和家人家庭晚會的建議</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>38</span>As you read the scriptures with your family, the Spirit can help you know what principles to emphasize and discuss in order to meet the needs of your family.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>39</span>Here are some suggestions:</p>
<div class='section'>Revelation 2–3</div>
<div class='section'>啟示錄第2～3章</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>40</span>Pretend John was asked to give a message to your family like the ones he gave to the churches during his time.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>41</span>What would he say is going well?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>42</span>How might you improve?</p>
<div class='section'>Revelation 3:20</div>
<div class='section'>啟示錄3：20</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>43</span>Show the picture of the Savior knocking at the door (see the picture that accompanies this outline).</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>44</span>Invite your family to read Revelation 3:20 and discuss questions like the following: Why does Jesus knock instead of just coming inside?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>45</span>How can we invite His influence into our home?</p>
<div class='section'>Revelation 7:9, 13–14</div>
<div class='section'>啟示錄7：9，13-14</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>46</span>What can these verses teach us about why we wear white for temple ordinances?</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>47</span>For more ideas for teaching children, see this week’s outline in Come, Follow Me—For Primary.</p>
<div class='section'>Improving Our Teaching</div>
<div class='section'>改進教導</div>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>48</span>Encourage questions.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>49</span>Questions are an indication that family members are ready to learn and give insight into how they are responding to what they’re being taught.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>50</span>Teach your family how to find answers in the scriptures.</p>
<p class='english'><span class='englishVerse'>51</span>(See Teaching in the Savior’s Way, 25–26.)</p>