Matthew 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:14-20. The Institution of the Sacrament

Well here we are at the end of this six week course and what a better place than to start the end of it where the beginning and continuation of the Sacrament was. I looked back at this week and realized that this is the one thing that continues on and decided that I was going to write and post about it this week.

Unit One

 

Topic Choices (Choose One)

Choice 1: Matthew 26:26-29; Mark 14:22-25; Luke 22:14-20. The Institution of the Sacrament

1. The Savior instituted the Sacrament the night before He was crucified, near the time of the Passover celebration. Many centuries earlier, the feast of the Passover had been instituted to help the children of Israel remember when the destroying angel “passed over” their houses and delivered them from Egyptian bondage (see Exodus 12:21-28; 13:14-15). The blood of the unblemished Passover lamb that saved ancient Israel was a symbol of the blood of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, who redeemed all mankind. Review Matthew 26:26-29 and Luke 22:14-20. Then read the institute student manual introduction to chapter 23 (p. 160) and the commentary for “What Is the Relationship Between the Sacrament and the Atonement?” (pp. 161-62). Write responses to the following questions:
• What was the relationship between the Passover and the Atonement of Jesus Christ?

                                         i.    The Passover literally refers to the passing over of the destroying angel. This refers to Chris tin the way that it was the pure lamb that saved them. This is Christ for us. We are all sinners and called to take upon us the name of Christ and accept his offering given to us. Only then can we truly be forgiven of our wrong and the destroying angel will pass us by. This is what the Lord would like for his people.

• What is the relationship between the Sacrament and the Atonement of Jesus Christ?

                                         i.    The sacrament represents the sacrifice that Christ made that first with his body he has laid down which is the bread and then overcoming the flesh. He continues this pattern as he sheds his blood for us and the water/wine represents that blood and the essence of life that was so freely spent for each of us. In these ways the Lord’s atonement is offerings made in the sacrament.

• How does John 4:13-14; 6:48-53 add to an understanding of the symbolism of bread and water?

                                         i.    Christ offers us not just bread and water that will come and go even as those who were blessed to have been given it  but instead Christ offers eternal bread and water that leaves a man not thirsty nor with want of food. He is the living water and living bread of life. These scriptures show that those who follow him receive them and will have them forever. They are symbolic of his sacrifices and offerings and are very eternal.

• Considering the Savior’s instructions in Luke 22:19 and 3 Nephi 18:7, why do you think we are commanded to partake of the Sacrament weekly?

                                         i.    This is to help us to continue to remember Christ and to have the Holy Spirit to be with us. Weekly practice of this would help to have those things over come.

•  How does Mosiah 5:13 apply to this idea?

                                         i.    This adds to that thought because often we let ourselves drift into daily and even weekly routines where we might not remember the Savior as much as we should be. By weekly partaking of the Sacrament it helps keep our mind on Him and remember him throughout the week. That and the sacrifices that He has made for all of us.

2. Carefully look at the additions and corrections in the Joseph Smith Translation of Matthew 26:26, 28 (see Matthew 26:26 footnote b, and Matthew 26:28 footnote a). Write responses to the following questions and tasks:
• What important truths do we gain from these verses of the Joseph Smith Translation?

                                         i.    One of the truths that we learn from verse 26 is that the bread offered is meant to be in remembrance of Christ and his body in which he has ransomed for us. He gave of himself for each of us. While in verse 28 we also learn that this is a new testament that was sacrificed for those who shall believe in Christ and is for a remission of their sins. This also teaches that we need to continue to follow Christ example and offer this sacrifice even unto the end just as he has done.  

• What does ransom mean?

                                         i.    There are two uses of this word. The first is as a noun it is a sum of money or a price that is paid for the release of a prisoner or in the other context it is the release of a prisoner.

• How does properly participating in the ordinance of the Sacrament ransom us? (See JST, Matthew 26:26)

                                         i.    Christ has ransomed Himself for us by setting us free from the sins that take over our natural body. This fits so perfect because without the atonement of Christ we are all left to be watching and waiting with no way of paying the price of our wrongs but Christ has paid that price for each of us. Therefore Christ is our ransom for sin.

• Make a list of what you want to remember about the Savior the next time you partake of the Sacrament.

                                         i.    That it is an eternal thing that has been offered to me by my Savior

                                        ii.    What Christ is really did by being my ransom

                                      iii.    I also want to think of ways to better take upon His name.

                                      iv.    Print out this so I have it

                                       v.    Take a moment to thank Him for everything he has offered

Mark 14:3–9; Matthew 26:6–13. The Savior Anointed

I decided to do this activity because as I read through all of them this is the one that I felt I didn’t really know answers to. So I decided that I was going to do this choice so that I could better understand the thought process behind it and find out the answers to these questions.

Unit One

Topic Choices (Choose One)

Choice 3: Mark 14:3–9; Matthew 26:6–13. The Savior Anointed

1. Review Mark 14:3–9 and Matthew 26:6–13. Then write answers to the following questions:
• What reason is given for why the woman anointed the Savior with “very precious” (costly) ointment?
1. To prepare Christ’s body for burial
• What does Mark 14:8 imply that she understood? (see also Mark 9:31–32).
1. She understood that the Savior would be given into the hands of men and be killed and that he was to be buried so she was preparing Christ body for that time.
• Why did some of the disciples feel indignant and call her action a “waste”?
1. They felt like this was a waste to spread on the master when in fact it could be sold and the money from it given to the poor and needy.
2. The Savior said that the woman had “wrought a good work” and that wherever the gospel would be preached, the woman’s deed would “be spoken of for a memorial of her” (Mark 14:6, 9).
• What did the woman do that made it an act worthy of the Savior’s praise and our remembrance?
1. She took what the Lord had said earlier and instead of being in denial of it like the disciples. She instead was preparing for that time in the best way that she knew she could, anointing the lord and his body with oil.
• How is the woman an example to you?
1. She listened to what the savior was teaching and accepted it instead of fighting against it. It is like when the Lord asks us to do things that we might not like or when we find things out that we are scared about that instead of waiting that time, making sure and being prepared for it so that when it comes we are ready and willing to follow that counsel.
• Write a paragraph describing some ways that you could give the Lord something valuable. (see Matthew 25:40).
1. After seeing what the lady had done for the Lord I decided to take a similar approach to it as she did, doing the things the Lord has said and doing them with faith and knowing they will come but preparing. For example we can’t wait to do missionary work with some of our friends. We never know when the Lord will come or will call them home. We need to help people understand this gospel in a way that is best for them. Another things that I was thinking that I could, and will do is become a more active temple goer and doing the work for those deceased. The temple is so close to me and yet I hardly go anymore. I need to be like when I was in high school and make temple a mandatory thing and plan for each week. This way I can be closer to the Lord and more importantly I can help all those brethren and sisters that are waiting for their work to be done. Finally I can listen and find things that the Prophet has counseled us to do as individuals and family and start applying them to my life. Also I believe that I need to prepare for things like being a husband and good father now, before they happen so that I can know what the Lord has to say about it and what the Lord would have my family do. I also have decided that I need to find more revelations about the second coming and the things that I need to do to prepare for that and make sure that I am doing all things necessary for that time so that then and at the judgment seat my family will all be received into celestial glory.

Mark 14:3–9; Matthew 26:6–13. The Savior Anointed

I decided to do this activity because as I read through all of them this is the one that I felt I didn’t really know answers to. So I decided that I was going to do this choice so that I could better understand the thought process behind it and find out the answers to these questions.

Unit One

Topic Choices (Choose One)

Choice 3: Mark 14:3–9; Matthew 26:6–13. The Savior Anointed

1. Review Mark 14:3–9 and Matthew 26:6–13. Then write answers to the following questions:
• What reason is given for why the woman anointed the Savior with “very precious” (costly) ointment?
1. To prepare Christ’s body for burial
• What does Mark 14:8 imply that she understood? (see also Mark 9:31–32).
1. She understood that the Savior would be given into the hands of men and be killed and that he was to be buried so she was preparing Christ body for that time.
• Why did some of the disciples feel indignant and call her action a “waste”?
1. They felt like this was a waste to spread on the master when in fact it could be sold and the money from it given to the poor and needy.
2. The Savior said that the woman had “wrought a good work” and that wherever the gospel would be preached, the woman’s deed would “be spoken of for a memorial of her” (Mark 14:6, 9).
• What did the woman do that made it an act worthy of the Savior’s praise and our remembrance?
1. She took what the Lord had said earlier and instead of being in denial of it like the disciples. She instead was preparing for that time in the best way that she knew she could, anointing the lord and his body with oil.
• How is the woman an example to you?
1. She listened to what the savior was teaching and accepted it instead of fighting against it. It is like when the Lord asks us to do things that we might not like or when we find things out that we are scared about that instead of waiting that time, making sure and being prepared for it so that when it comes we are ready and willing to follow that counsel.
• Write a paragraph describing some ways that you could give the Lord something valuable. (see Matthew 25:40).
1. After seeing what the lady had done for the Lord I decided to take a similar approach to it as she did, doing the things the Lord has said and doing them with faith and knowing they will come but preparing. For example we can’t wait to do missionary work with some of our friends. We never know when the Lord will come or will call them home. We need to help people understand this gospel in a way that is best for them. Another things that I was thinking that I could, and will do is become a more active temple goer and doing the work for those deceased. The temple is so close to me and yet I hardly go anymore. I need to be like when I was in high school and make temple a mandatory thing and plan for each week. This way I can be closer to the Lord and more importantly I can help all those brethren and sisters that are waiting for their work to be done. Finally I can listen and find things that the Prophet has counseled us to do as individuals and family and start applying them to my life. Also I believe that I need to prepare for things like being a husband and good father now, before they happen so that I can know what the Lord has to say about it and what the Lord would have my family do. I also have decided that I need to find more revelations about the second coming and the things that I need to do to prepare for that and make sure that I am doing all things necessary for that time so that then and at the judgment seat my family will all be received into celestial glory.

Mark 14:3–9; Matthew 26:6–13. The Savior Anointed

I decided to do this activity because as I read through all of them this is the one that I felt I didn’t really know answers to. So I decided that I was going to do this choice so that I could better understand the thought process behind it and find out the answers to these questions.

Unit One

Topic Choices (Choose One)

Choice 3: Mark 14:3–9; Matthew 26:6–13. The Savior Anointed

1. Review Mark 14:3–9 and Matthew 26:6–13. Then write answers to the following questions:
• What reason is given for why the woman anointed the Savior with “very precious” (costly) ointment?
1. To prepare Christ’s body for burial
• What does Mark 14:8 imply that she understood? (see also Mark 9:31–32).
1. She understood that the Savior would be given into the hands of men and be killed and that he was to be buried so she was preparing Christ body for that time.
• Why did some of the disciples feel indignant and call her action a “waste”?
1. They felt like this was a waste to spread on the master when in fact it could be sold and the money from it given to the poor and needy.
2. The Savior said that the woman had “wrought a good work” and that wherever the gospel would be preached, the woman’s deed would “be spoken of for a memorial of her” (Mark 14:6, 9).
• What did the woman do that made it an act worthy of the Savior’s praise and our remembrance?
1. She took what the Lord had said earlier and instead of being in denial of it like the disciples. She instead was preparing for that time in the best way that she knew she could, anointing the lord and his body with oil.
• How is the woman an example to you?
1. She listened to what the savior was teaching and accepted it instead of fighting against it. It is like when the Lord asks us to do things that we might not like or when we find things out that we are scared about that instead of waiting that time, making sure and being prepared for it so that when it comes we are ready and willing to follow that counsel.
• Write a paragraph describing some ways that you could give the Lord something valuable. (see Matthew 25:40).
1. After seeing what the lady had done for the Lord I decided to take a similar approach to it as she did, doing the things the Lord has said and doing them with faith and knowing they will come but preparing. For example we can’t wait to do missionary work with some of our friends. We never know when the Lord will come or will call them home. We need to help people understand this gospel in a way that is best for them. Another things that I was thinking that I could, and will do is become a more active temple goer and doing the work for those deceased. The temple is so close to me and yet I hardly go anymore. I need to be like when I was in high school and make temple a mandatory thing and plan for each week. This way I can be closer to the Lord and more importantly I can help all those brethren and sisters that are waiting for their work to be done. Finally I can listen and find things that the Prophet has counseled us to do as individuals and family and start applying them to my life. Also I believe that I need to prepare for things like being a husband and good father now, before they happen so that I can know what the Lord has to say about it and what the Lord would have my family do. I also have decided that I need to find more revelations about the second coming and the things that I need to do to prepare for that and make sure that I am doing all things necessary for that time so that then and at the judgment seat my family will all be received into celestial glory.

Mark 14:3–9; Matthew 26:6–13. The Savior Anointed

I decided to do this activity because as I read through all of them this is the one that I felt I didn’t really know answers to. So I decided that I was going to do this choice so that I could better understand the thought process behind it and find out the answers to these questions.

Unit One

Topic Choices (Choose One)

Choice 3: Mark 14:3–9; Matthew 26:6–13. The Savior Anointed

1. Review Mark 14:3–9 and Matthew 26:6–13. Then write answers to the following questions:
• What reason is given for why the woman anointed the Savior with “very precious” (costly) ointment?
1. To prepare Christ’s body for burial
• What does Mark 14:8 imply that she understood? (see also Mark 9:31–32).
1. She understood that the Savior would be given into the hands of men and be killed and that he was to be buried so she was preparing Christ body for that time.
• Why did some of the disciples feel indignant and call her action a “waste”?
1. They felt like this was a waste to spread on the master when in fact it could be sold and the money from it given to the poor and needy.
2. The Savior said that the woman had “wrought a good work” and that wherever the gospel would be preached, the woman’s deed would “be spoken of for a memorial of her” (Mark 14:6, 9).
• What did the woman do that made it an act worthy of the Savior’s praise and our remembrance?
1. She took what the Lord had said earlier and instead of being in denial of it like the disciples. She instead was preparing for that time in the best way that she knew she could, anointing the lord and his body with oil.
• How is the woman an example to you?
1. She listened to what the savior was teaching and accepted it instead of fighting against it. It is like when the Lord asks us to do things that we might not like or when we find things out that we are scared about that instead of waiting that time, making sure and being prepared for it so that when it comes we are ready and willing to follow that counsel.
• Write a paragraph describing some ways that you could give the Lord something valuable. (see Matthew 25:40).
1. After seeing what the lady had done for the Lord I decided to take a similar approach to it as she did, doing the things the Lord has said and doing them with faith and knowing they will come but preparing. For example we can’t wait to do missionary work with some of our friends. We never know when the Lord will come or will call them home. We need to help people understand this gospel in a way that is best for them. Another things that I was thinking that I could, and will do is become a more active temple goer and doing the work for those deceased. The temple is so close to me and yet I hardly go anymore. I need to be like when I was in high school and make temple a mandatory thing and plan for each week. This way I can be closer to the Lord and more importantly I can help all those brethren and sisters that are waiting for their work to be done. Finally I can listen and find things that the Prophet has counseled us to do as individuals and family and start applying them to my life. Also I believe that I need to prepare for things like being a husband and good father now, before they happen so that I can know what the Lord has to say about it and what the Lord would have my family do. I also have decided that I need to find more revelations about the second coming and the things that I need to do to prepare for that and make sure that I am doing all things necessary for that time so that then and at the judgment seat my family will all be received into celestial glory.

Choice 2: Matthew 21–22. Jesus Was Rejected by the Jewish Leaders

I decided on Choice 2 because I realized that I didn’t understand many of the parables and this gave me the opportunity to ponder on what really made the difference and why the Jewish Leaders treated Christ and what Christ opinion was on these instances.  

Unit One

Choice 2: Matthew 21–22. Jesus Was Rejected by the Jewish Leaders

Review Matthew 21–22. Make a written comparison of how the Jewish leaders of Jesus’s day were like each of the following:

• The fig tree in Matthew 21:17–20


• The Jewish leaders here are like the fig tree by not having any more fruit and that came and actually starts to fall from this point to govern of the Roman church and other believes that have it slowly wither away.
• The second son in Matthew 21:28–32


• Here is another great example of how the Jewish leadership is like the second son. They answer and say that they will do the will of the Lord but then when it came to helping those in need or teaching the gospel they kept to themselves and would not do what they said they would.
• The husbandmen in Matthew 21:33–41


• The husband men here are like many of the servants of God as they went to the Jewish leadership were mocked and even killed for it and when the “lord” sent his son they not only beat him but made sure to kill him. This was done so that they were seen as better. This definitely happened with the Jewish leadership as they did beat those that followed Christ and when he came they killed Christ for what he believed and was the son of the true Lord, just as those in the parable.
• The wedding guests and the man without the wedding garment in Matthew 22:1–14


• The Jewish leaders are like the wedding guest as they first took light and did not listen to the servants that where telling them about the wedding feast or Christ gospel. They also continue to be like them as they get to the point of beating and even killing the servants sent to give them the message. They are like the man without the wedding garment because they believe that they will make it into the wedding feast but in reality they do not have that calling or have worked for it but in reality when that day comes they will be shocked to find out that they in reality have not done the work necessary to have the true “wedding garment.”

Choice 1: Luke 10:1–24. “The Lord Appointed Other Seventy Also”

I have always loved the organization of the Church and decided that this was a perfect time to take a moment and reflect on part of that with the roles Christ gave to the seventy in his time and how similar they are to the roles of seventy today!

Unit One

Topic Choices (Choose One)

Choice 1: Luke 10:1–24. “The Lord Appointed Other Seventy Also”

1. Review Luke 10:1–24. Based on these verses, write a summary of the Lord’s counsel and instructions He gave the seventy.
1. The Lord commanded seventy to go forth to share the gospel with people in the surrounding lands. He sent them out by twos. He ordered them to go forth without any money or script to what they were going to do but to trust in the Lord that they would provide and be watched after. Then he said as people let them in to bless their home and let them remain until they leave that city eating and drinking as they give. Then to go forth and heal their sick and let them know that the kingdom of heaven is at hand. If they are cast out and find not a home then go to and dust off their shoes leaving the entire city with them and it would be better than Sodom. He also gives them power of the devils to cast them out and to not boast or rejoice that the spirits are subject to them but because they have a place in heaven.
2. Articles of Faith 1:6 states, “We believe in the same organization that existed in the Primitive Church.” Using the principles taught from Luke 10:1–2, 8–9, 17–20, write a paragraph that supports this Article of Faith.
1. This was actually the reason I choose this topic. I have always known that there were seventy called but it is a surprise to me how their callings are so similar just like it called in verses 1-2, Seventy are called to go over all the surrounding land of the entire world and teach about the restored gospel. They are also called to stand and proclaim the gospel and that the kingdom of heaven is here on the earth, performing miracles and testifying of the divinity of the gospel just as in verses 8-9. We know that they are also given extra power to watch over and help the saints in these parts and have a testimony that their names can be written in Heaven. In this we seem very much that the primitive church, or the church organized during Christ time is still followed today by the men of the church that are called to hold those positions today.
3. Go to the Church’s scripture website and read the topic of “Seventy” in the Guide to the Scriptures. Describe in one or two sentences how the scriptures show the existence of this office in the priesthood.
1. The scriptures shown here show that this calling has been around since Christ time and that it was and is ordained office of the Melchizedek Priesthood. We also know that they are called to the priesthood calling of sharing the gospel to all the world and being ordained with apostolic authority but not part of the Apostles.

Matthew 14:22–33. Walking on the Sea of Life

I picked this choice because it talks about something that I was catching on to and will explain as I go through this Topic.

Choice 3: Matthew 14:22–33. Walking on the Sea

1.   Review Matthew 14:22–33. Identify in writing what the reaction of the Apostles was when they first saw the Savior walking on the water toward them.

a.   The reaction of the Apostles when first seeing Christ was troubled not knowing what it was and then they cried out in fear for they thought it was a spirit coming out to meet them. Never before had they ever heard or even thought about someone walking on water. They were comforted as Christ let them know it was Him.

2.   What did Peter’s response indicate about him?

a.   Peter’s response to the Savior is one of true faith. Peters asks Christ, that if it is him than let him walk out to meet Christ. Now this is amazing as Peter probably recognized that Christ had calmed the sea so why not allow Peter to walk upon it.

3.   According to Matthew 14:30, why did Peter begin to sink?

a.   When Peter saw the waves around him he began to fear and then began to sink. It was him being afraid as the waves stormed around them.

4.   What did Peter do when he began to sink? What word in the verses describes the expediency or the timing when Jesus responded to Peter’s request?

a.   Peter as he began to sink cries unto the Lord to help save him. Then Christ immediately stretched forth His hand. There was no wait it was an immediate response. So as to save Peter from the depths of the sea.

5.   Read Doctrine and Covenants 88:67. Write a paragraph describing what principle from this verse relates to what Peter did to successfully walk on the water. How can this same principle be applied to your life to assist you in walking over the storms of life?

a.   This verse is very interesting as it states that if our eyes be single to the glory of God than our bodies are filled with that light. We also know from other sections in the Doctrine and Covenants that light is truth. So we can know that here we are to believe that when our eye is single to the Glory of God our bodies are filled with truth. With this knowledge we can comprehend all things. So let’s go back to Peter as he walked out on the water. We need to realize that Peter had enough faith with his eye single to meet Christ that he was permitted to also walk on water. So can we, when life gives us challenges we can look toward Christ to lift give us power and knowledge over the things we are asked to do. We can also know that when our faith gets shaken by the storms around us, turn to the Savior and cry out save me and be comforted knowing he is right there with us. Not in a little but right there. He will not let us sink in the sea but will give us the help we need to get through life’s hard challenges.

Choice 3: Matthew 10; Mark 3:13-35; Luke 5:1-11. The Calling of the Twelve Apostles

Choice 3: Matthew 10; Mark 3:13-35; Luke 5:1-11. The Calling of the Twelve Apostles

1. Review Matthew 10:1-4 and Mark 3:13-19 and highlight the names of the original Twelve Apostles. Look up the names of three Apostles in the Bible Dictionary and write one sentence describing something you learned about each one you selected.
   1. Judas Iscariot was the only one of the twelve that was not from Galilee.
   2. Matthew means gift of god and was supposed to have really known the Old Testament as he witnessed Christ fulfilling the prophecies given about him.
   3. James was given the opportunity to be one of the three that went with Christ on a few different events and was later beheaded by Herod.
2. Read Acts 4:33; Doctrine and Covenants 107:23; and the entry for "Apostle" in the Bible Dictionary (p. 612). Then, write a definition for what an Apostle is.
   1. Apostle – one who is sent forth to testify as a special witness of Christ life, death, and resurrection to the entire world. They are ordained to do such and then they are to be the administrative power of the church.
3. Describe in writing how the Savior's teachings to His Apostles in Matthew 10:5-42 prepared them to be sent out to proclaim the gospel.
   1. During this course of instruction Christ starts by letting the apostles know what they are supposed to go and do. He instructs them to go forth and provide miracles for the people. AS they go about they are to instruct and uplift and to leave when others revile against them. Christ then prepares them for some of the hardships they are going to have to go through for the time after he leaves. Telling them about some of the hardships and trails they will be placed in. He then promises that everything will be for the profit of the gospel. That those who do listen will receive that righteous reward they deserve and the unrighteous their reward. This letting them know helped for when the things happened they knew that Christ knew and had already told them their reward. Thus they were given extra power to by that knowledge to go through their entire mission.
4. Read Luke 5:1-11. Explain in writing what you learn from the responses made by Peter, James, and John to the Savior's call. How could you apply their actions and examples in your own life?
   1. I feel like the response from Peter, James, and John is often how disciples start. I see them drop everything and go. In today’s world you also see that young men and woman drop everything and go. This was another example of the Savior’s call that those who know need to share. After they had witnessed the miracle they immediately recognized their sins and recognized the Savior and his power. So when he called for them to be fishers of men they answered without delay. In today’s world young men graduate and turn 18 and sisters when they are 19 leave everything to go share what they have come to find out is true. Many like Peter, James and John have seen a miracle of some sorts that have given them a witness of Christ and have them more than willing to when that time comes leave everything behind.

Christ at first in the Bible

Well still being in school I have another reason to create a blog. This time though I am extremely excited. Instead of writing about thing that are of the world or things that happen due to some cause and effect I will be writing about spiritual things. I am studying the New Testament this semester. So I decided why not do a blog entry while I go through, after all when it comes to gospel things I love sharing what the Lord shows me.

Choice 6: Matthew 3:13–17. The Baptism of Jesus Christ

Review Matthew 3:13–17 and the institute student manual commentary for Matthew 3:16, “What Is the Significance of the Holy Ghost Descending ‘like a Dove’?” (pp. 28–29). Then write answers to the following questions:

·      Why was John hesitant to baptize Jesus?

John was hesitant to baptize Jesus because he was the savior for which and why they did baptism. The name by which it was preformed. This is what John recognized as he said that he needed to be baptized by Jesus. He also knew that Jesus was bringing the second half of that baptism to the world.

·      What is taught here about the Holy Ghost? 

This selection talks about how the holy ghost comes down "like a dove." We know that the Holy Ghost is a personage of spirit and so cannot literally come down in the form of a dove no more than we could fit in a dove. There for this symbolic to the innocence and truth of the Holy Ghost. So it is talking metaphorically of how the dove is coming down. We also learn that the Holy Ghost is lighting upon Christ. So it adds extra light and knowledge and is there to be with us as we are worthy to have it's influence to guide us.

·      Jesus Christ said He must be baptized to “fulfill all righteousness.” List three reasons why Jesus Christ was baptized (see 2 Nephi 31:6–11).

1) He shows an example for all men to follow. That there is only one way in which to get into the kingdom of heaven and that first step is baptism.
2) He did it to fulfill and be obedient to the law of baptism, (it is a commandment and ALL must obey and have it even the sinless)
3) Allowing people to take Christ name upon them and be forgiven of their own sine.

·      What evidence is found in Matthew 3:16–17 that the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost are three separate personages in the Godhead?

You have Jesus Christ being baptized, the holy Ghost descending upon Jesus, and the Father saying  He is well pleased. They have to be different