3 Nephi 13:9–13; 3 Nephi 14:7–11. What do Jesus’ words in these verses teach about how we should pray?

3 Nephi 13:14–15. Why is it important that we forgive others? How can we become more forgiving?

3 Nephi 13:19–24. What does it mean to have an eye that is “single”? (See D&C 88:67–69.) Why is it impossible for us to serve both God and mammon (worldliness)?

3 Nephi 13:25–34. To whom did the Savior direct the words recorded in these verses? (See 3 Nephi 13:25.) How can we apply these words in our lives, even though we have not received the command to “take no thought” for food, drink, or clothing? (See 3 Nephi 13:33.) What blessings come to people who put the things of God first in their lives?

3 Nephi 14:1–5. How can we avoid improperly judging or criticizing others?

3 Nephi 14:6. This same teaching is found in Matthew 7:6. In the Joseph Smith Translation of that verse, Jesus commands His disciples to preach repentance rather than teach the mysteries of the kingdom (Joseph Smith Translation, Matthew 7:9–11). Why is it important to focus our gospel teaching on basic doctrines?

3 Nephi 14:12. How does following this principle make us better disciples of Christ?

3 Nephi 14:13–14. Why is it significant that the way to eternal life is narrow, while the way to destruction is broad?

3 Nephi 14:15–20. Why is this teaching particularly important today? (See Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:22, which describes the last days.)

3 Nephi 14:21–23. Why must we do the will of Heavenly Father to be able to enter the kingdom of heaven? (See D&C 130:20–21.)

3 Nephi 14:24–27. In what ways does Jesus’ parable about building a house on rock or sand apply in our lives? (See Helaman 5:12.)

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