Genesis 18-23 Sunday School Lesson

President Oaks referred to the Savior, "erasing all of our repented sins." "The Savior is not disappointed with anyone who sincerely seeks to repent." -President Nelson Covenants President Oaks kite analogy God is merciful and willing to spare any righeous or repentant. Trust in God even in hard times. Abraham bargaining with God to spare the people. They needed to be righteous. Abraham was known for his hospitality. "Those who are Abraham's descendants must bear the responsibility of Abraham." "Alma knew the covenant was not like a business deal--You do this for me God and God will do this for you" but this was an opportunity for them to become His, to become God's people. Every covenant with God is an opportunity to draw closer to Him. To ayone who refelcts for a moment on what they have already felt of the love of God, to have that bond made stronger and that relationship closer is an irresistible offer." -President Henry B. Eyring (Making Covenants with God) Fleeing Wickedness Don't look back. President Oaks story, "Where will this lead?" Small and simple sidewalk torn up by small root Let people know youre a commited Latter-day Saint. Be Confident about your beliefs Seprating evil from our lives is essential Lot pitched his tent toward Sodom. Abraham built an alter to God. Elder Kearon- "I testify from my own experience as a boy and as a man that disregarding what we know to be right, whether through laziness of rebelliousness, always brings undesirable and spiritually damaging consequences." Sacrifice We will face difficult trials like Abraham. Sacrificing son, law fulfilled. I sacrifice now by giving Heavenly Father my heart and a contrite spirit.