Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Welcome to another week of Seminary! Whether you are in week two or just launching your very first days in the classroom, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help your students connect deeply with the scriptures, build classroom unity, and center everything on Jesus Christ.
We dive further into the Book of Psalms, break down the Hebrew concept of hesed (covenantal love), discuss logistics for the first month of class (Doctrinal Mastery & Life Prep), and share a powerful micro-training on teaching students how to testify of Christ during devotionals.
đź“Ś WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:
Psalms as a Flex Week: Why having multiple weeks in Psalms is a gift for establishing classroom routines, devotionals, and getting-to-know-you activities.
Understanding Hesed (Covenantal Love): How David’s plea in Psalm 51 connects to President Nelson’s teachings on God's loyal, unfailing love—and why our students need to know God's mercy is bigger than their mistakes.
Starting the Year Right: The balance between fun icebreaker games, setting clear expectations, and building a Christ-centered classroom culture where youth feel safe and valued.
Micro-Training with Nikki: Training students to move beyond routine primary answers and build the skill of sharing concise, personal, and powerful testimonies of Jesus Christ in their devotionals.
Categorizing the Psalms: How looking at different genres of Psalms (Lament, Thanksgiving, Wisdom, Trust) helps students find words for their own personal prayers and worship.
đź”— QUICK LINKS & RESOURCES:
📱 Teacher Dashboard & Curriculum Tools: https://silly-hotteok-894228.netlify.app/
📖 President Nelson’s Article – The Everlasting Covenant (Hesed): churchofjesuschrist.org/study/liahona/2022/10/04-the-everlasting-covenant?lang=eng
đź’¬ JOIN THE CONVERSATION:
What is your favorite way to help your students get comfortable sharing their testimonies and feelings about Jesus Christ early in the school year? Let us know in the comments below!
If this video helped you feel more prepared and inspired for your week ahead, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and share it with another teacher in your area.
Have an inspired week in the classroom! 🙌
#LDSseminary #SeminaryTeacher #ComeFollowMe #OldTestament #Hesed #BookOfPsalms #GospelTeaching #SeminaryAndInstitutes
Welcome to another week of Seminary! Whether you are in week two or just launching your very first days in the classroom, this episode is packed with practical strategies to help your students connect deeply with the scriptures, build classroom unity, and center everything on Jesus Christ.
We dive further into the Book of Psalms, break down the Hebrew concept of hesed (covenantal love), discuss logistics for the first month of class (Doctrinal Mastery & Life Prep), and share a powerful micro-training on teaching students how to testify of Christ during devotionals.
đź“Ś WHAT WE COVER IN THIS EPISODE:
Psalms as a Flex Week: Why having multiple weeks in Psalms is a gift for establishing classroom routines, devotionals, and getting-to-know-you activities.
Understanding Hesed (Covenantal Love): How David’s plea in Psalm 51 connects to President Nelson’s teachings on God's loyal, unfailing love—and why our students need to know God's mercy is bigger than their mistakes.
Starting the Year Right: The balance between fun icebreaker games, setting clear expectations, and building a Christ-centered classroom culture where youth feel safe and valued.
Micro-Training with Nikki: Training students to move beyond routine primary answers and build the skill of sharing concise, personal, and powerful testimonies of Jesus Christ in their devotionals.
Categorizing the Psalms: How looking at different genres of Psalms (Lament, Thanksgiving, Wisdom, Trust) helps students find words for their own personal prayers and worship.
đź”— QUICK LINKS & RESOURCES:
📱 Teacher Dashboard & Curriculum Tools: https://silly-hotteok-894228.netlify.app/
📖 President Nelson’s Article – The Everlasting Covenant (Hesed): churchofjesuschrist.org/study/liahona/2022/10/04-the-everlasting-covenant?lang=eng
đź’¬ JOIN THE CONVERSATION:
What is your favorite way to help your students get comfortable sharing their testimonies and feelings about Jesus Christ early in the school year? Let us know in the comments below!
If this video helped you feel more prepared and inspired for your week ahead, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and share it with another teacher in your area.
Have an inspired week in the classroom! 🙌
#LDSseminary #SeminaryTeacher #ComeFollowMe #OldTestament #Hesed #BookOfPsalms #GospelTeaching #SeminaryAndInstitutes
