What This Document Is
This is the first case study assignment for REL 200C: The Eternal Family, offered at Brigham Young University-Idaho. It’s designed to be completed in three stages – before, during, and after class – and focuses on applying principles discussed in assigned readings to real-life scenarios. The assignment centers on exploring the relationship between divine love, God’s laws, and covenant living.
Why This Document Matters
This assignment is for students enrolled in REL 200C. It’s used to encourage personal reflection on course material and to prepare students for in-class discussion. It exists to help students grapple with complex theological concepts and apply them to practical decision-making.
Common Limitations or Challenges
This document is an assignment *prompt*; it does not provide answers or in-depth explanations of the concepts. Students will need to have completed the required readings to successfully complete the assignment. It also requires personal reflection and application, which cannot be fully provided within a preview.
What This Document Provides
The full document includes:
* A list of required readings (talks by President Russell M. Nelson and President Dallin H. Oaks).
* Three sets of questions to be answered: one based on the readings, one exploring personal worldview, and one presenting a case study scenario.
* A scenario involving a couple considering cohabitation.
* Space for students to record their thoughts and responses.
This preview does *not* include the answers to the questions, the full text of the readings, or a complete analysis of the case study. It only outlines the assignment’s structure and purpose.