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1As you prayerfully read and ponder Matthew 18 and Luke 10, pay attention to the quiet promptings of the Holy Ghost.
2He will tell you how these teachings and stories apply to you.
3Record the impressions you receive.
4When you ask the Lord a question, you might receive an answer you did not expect.
5Who is my neighbor?
6Anyone who needs your help and love.
7Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?
8A child.
9Is it enough to forgive an offender seven times?
10No, you should forgive seventy times seven. (See Luke 10:29–37; Matthew 18:4, 21–22.)
11If you are seeking the Lord’s will, not to “justify [yourself]” (Luke 10:29), but because you really want to learn from Him, the Lord will teach you how to live in a way that leads to eternal life with Him.
12Peter’s suggestion that he could forgive someone seven times might seem very generous, but Jesus taught a higher law.
13His response, “I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven,” was teaching not about numbers but rather about a Christlike attitude of forgiveness.
14As you read the parable of the unmerciful servant, ponder the times when you have felt God’s mercy and compassion.
15Is there someone who needs to feel mercy and compassion from you?
16Elder David E. Sorensen of the Seventy taught: “I would like to make it clear that forgiveness of sins should not be confused with tolerating evil. …
17Although we must forgive a neighbor who injures us, we should still work constructively to prevent that injury from being repeated” (“Forgiveness Will Change Bitterness to Love,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2003, 12).
18See also “Forgiveness,” Gospel Topics, topics.lds.org.
19Following a pattern established in Old Testament times (see Exodus 24:1; Numbers 11:16), Jesus Christ “appointed other seventy,” in addition to His Twelve Apostles, to witness of Him, preach His gospel, and assist Him in His work.
20This pattern continues in the restored Church.
21Seventies are called to assist the Twelve in their mission as special witnesses of Jesus Christ to all the world.
22Seventies are organized into quorums.
23Members of the first two quorums are set apart as General Authority Seventies, while members of the other quorums are set apart as Area Seventies. (See also D&C 107:25–26, 33–34, 97.)
24It is helpful to remember that the parable of the good Samaritan was Jesus’s way of answering a question: “Who is my neighbour?”
25As you read this parable, keep that question in mind.
26What answers do you find?
27By Jesus’s day, the animosity between the Jews and Samaritans had lasted for centuries.
28The Samaritans were descendants of Jews living in Samaria who had intermarried with Gentiles.
29The Jews felt that the Samaritans had become corrupted by their association with Gentiles and had apostatized.
30Jews would travel miles out of their way to avoid passing through Samaria. (See also Luke 9:52–54; 17:11–18; John 4:9; 8:48.)
31Why do you think the Savior chose a Samaritan, someone who was hated by the Jews, as an example of compassion and loving one’s neighbor?
32What does this parable inspire you to do to show more mercy to others?
33See also Mosiah 2:17; “Parable of the Good Samaritan” (video, LDS.org); “Lord, I Would Follow Thee,” Hymns, no. 220.
34Sister Bonnie D. Parkin, former Relief Society General President, taught: “Mary and Martha are you and me. …
35These two loved the Lord and wanted to show that love.
36On this occasion, it seems to me that Mary expressed her love by hearing His word, while Martha expressed hers by serving Him. …
37Jesus did not dismiss Martha’s concern, but instead redirected her focus by saying choose ‘that good part.’
38And what is that? …
39The one thing that is needful is to choose eternal life [see 2 Nephi 2:28].
40We choose daily” (“Choosing Charity: That Good Part,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2003, 104).
41How would you summarize the Lord’s counsel to Martha in your own words?
42Examine your schedule—is there something “needful” that needs more of your attention?
43As 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.
44Here are some suggestions:
45What hymns can your family sing that relate to the truths taught in these chapters?
46Two examples are “Lord, I Would Follow Thee” and “Have I Done Any Good?”
47Hymns, nos. 220, 223, but there are many others.
48How do the words in these hymns help your family better understand the Savior’s teachings?
49Why would Jesus want us to become like a little child?
50What are some characteristics of children that would make us more Christlike if we incorporated them into our lives? (see Mosiah 3:19).
51Jesus wants His disciples to become like little children.
52What would make the parable of the good Samaritan come alive for your family?
53Would they enjoy wearing costumes and acting it out?
54Be sure to help family members see how they can be like the good Samaritan.
55Is there someone in need at school or church whom we might be overlooking?
56What can we do for this person?
57Is it ever difficult to fit spiritual things into your family schedule?
58The story of Mary and Martha could inspire a family council or family home evening about how to do this.
59As a family, you could make a list of ways to choose “that good part” (see Luke 10:42).
60For more ideas for teaching children, see this week’s outline in Come, Follow Me—For Primary.
61Nurture a loving atmosphere.
62The way family members feel about and treat each other can profoundly influence the spirit of your home.
63Help all family members do their part to establish a loving, respectful home so that everyone will feel safe sharing experiences, questions, and testimonies. (See Teaching in the Savior’s Way, 15.)
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