![]() ![]() However, instead of dividing the original bag of candy, you produce an identical bag of candy to give to each student. Then you have the class do something so that they can all "inherit" the prize. The assumption is that the answer will be yes. He then asks if he would be willing to share the candy with the rest of the class members, if they meet the requirements to become heirs as well. Basically, the teacher gives a student a bag of candy (fun-size Halloween type packaging) as his inheritance. I've spent a couple of hours this morning trying to find the actual source with no luck, so I'm just going to record here what I remember. Several years ago I remember reading an object lesson suggestion for teaching the concept found in Romans 8 that we can all become "joint-heirs with Christ" and "receive all that the Father hath." (D&C 84:38). So be kind, and be grateful that God is kind. So lesson number one from the Lord’s vineyard: coveting, pouting, or tearing others down does not elevate your standing, nor does demeaning someone else improve your self-image. Obviously we suffer a little when some misfortune befalls us, but envy requires us to suffer all good fortune that befalls everyone we know! What a bright prospect that is-downing another quart of pickle juice every time anyone around you has a happy moment! To say nothing of the chagrin in the end, when we find that God really is both just and merciful, giving to all who stand with Him “all that he hath,” as the scripture says. For example,įurthermore, envy is a mistake that just keeps on giving. And I love his humor and choice of words. ![]() This week's talk is the one by Elder Holland, "The Laborers in the Vineyard." I love the way he explains parables in a manner that makes you look at them differently. I'm not doing a post for each talk this time around, but I am still participating in the General Conference Book Club.
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