Jesus Christ was chosen to be our Savior. His Atonement makes it possible for us to be resurrected and to repent and be forgiven so we can return to our Heavenly Father’s presence. In addition to saving us from our sins, the Savior also offers us peace and strength in times of trial. He sets the perfect example for us, and His teachings are the foundation for happiness in this life and eternal life in the world to come.
Prayerfully study these scriptures and resources. What can help the young men you teach understand why Jesus Christ is important to them?
Matthew 10:1 (Jesus Christ gave His Apostles priesthood power)
John 6:38 (Jesus Christ came to do His Father’s will)
John 8:12; 3 Nephi 11:11 (Jesus Christ is the light and life of the world)
John 14:6 (Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life)
2 Nephi 2:3–9; 9:5–12 (Lehi and Jacob testify of the Atonement of Jesus Christ)
3 Nephi 27:14–16 (Jesus Christ saves us from sin and death through His Atonement)
3 Nephi 27:27 (Jesus Christ is our example)
“The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles,” Ensign, Apr. 2000, 2–3 (see also True to the Faith, 87–89; or Duty to God, 106)
David A. Bednar, “If Ye Had Known Me,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2016, 102–5
José A. Teixeira, “Seeking the Lord,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2015, 96–98
Jeffrey R. Holland, “The First Great Commandment,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2012, 83–85