Watch the video above and talk about it with a friend or mentor.

Instead of just hoping you have done enough or are good enough, you can know with assurance that you are accepted by God.

Key Points:

  • Overcoming negative emotions In Mormonism
  • Assurance before God is Possible
  • How to Move to Assurance
  • Assurance Comes from the Love of God

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Talk About It
  1. Watch the video together or invite someone to summarize the topic.
  2. What is your initial reaction to this video? Do you disagree with any of it? What jumped out at you?
  3. When you were LDS, in what ways did you struggle with fear, guilt, shame or inadequacy? Explain.
  4. What are some of the expectations you felt inadequate to live up to?
  5. Explain the difference between “hoping” and “knowing.”
  6. Read Romans 8:15-16. How is the assurance of our salvation a work of God?
  7. How can a good church help you gain assurance of God’s approval?
  8. Why is the Bible so important in knowing for sure where you stand with God?
  9. Read 1 John 4:9. How do we know whether or not God loves us?
  10. Write a personal action step based on this conversation.