Week 6: February 2–8 - Moses 7

Week Overview

Imagine the awe Enoch felt as his city ascended, called Zion by the Lord Himself. Feel the profound shift when contention vanished, replaced by a people “of one heart and one mind” (Moses 7:18). This vision reveals how ordinary hearts become the pure in heart (Doctrine and Covenants 97:21), transforming families, wards, and communities into Zion amid a world of strife. Notice how Enoch's story whispers the blueprint for our own quest to dwell in righteousness with the King of Zion (Moses 7:53).

Key Scripture Moments

Moses 7:18: Here's the remarkable moment when Enoch's people “dwelt in righteousness; and were not numbered among the children of men who were scattered.” They became “of one heart and one mind,” and the Lord called them Zion—no poor among them. This echoes the unity later seen in 4 Nephi.

Moses 7:28–40: Notice what happens next—Enoch beholds the Lord weeping over the residue of His people. “How is it that thou canst weep?” Enoch asks, unveiling a God whose heart aches for His children amid wickedness and secret combinations.

Moses 7:53: The Savior emerges as “the King of Zion,” the Only Begotten, Redeemer, and Righteousness. This title invites all to “come in at the gate and [climb] up by [Him].”

Moses 7:62–69: Enoch sees the last days, with Zion descending and the Lord dwelling in righteousness. The earth rests, and the Lord comes to reign among His people.

Hidden Connections

These verses link ancient Zion to latter-day patterns. Moses 7:18 mirrors 4 Nephi 1:15–18, where no contention existed among a people dwelling in unity. Doctrine and Covenants 97:21 defines Zion as “the pure in heart,” while Doctrine and Covenants 105:5 calls for oneness as in Enoch's day. Philippians 2:1–4 urges the same mind among believers. Enoch's weeping God (Moses 7:28–40) connects to the Second Coming prophecy (Moses 7:59–67), where Zion returns to heal a flooded earth (verse 62).

Pattern Discovery

Notice this pattern across prophets: Enoch builds Zion through righteousness (Moses 7:16–21, 27). Nephi's people achieve it post-Christ (4 Nephi 1:15–18). Joseph Smith, reading Moses 7, “knew the day had come when the Lord would again establish Zion on the earth” (Saints, vol. 1, 108–9), launching his quest. Each era reveals unity as the antidote to scattered, contentious lives—Zion as heart condition, not just location.

Simple Questions

1. What details in Moses 7:16–21, 27, 53, 62–69 answer “What is Zion?”
2. When have you felt “of one heart and one mind” (Moses 7:18) in family or ward? What created that unity?
3. Why was Enoch surprised to see God weep (Moses 7:28–40)? How does this change views of God?
4. What reasons for rejoicing emerge in Moses 7:41–69 amid bitterness?
5. How do Moses 7:62 prophecies feel fulfilled today?
6. What does it mean for Jesus Christ to be “the King of Zion” (Moses 7:53)?

One Big Idea

Zion begins as “the pure in heart” (Doctrine and Covenants 97:21), achieved when people dwell “of one heart and one mind” (Moses 7:18) despite surrounding contention. Joseph Smith's inspiration from Moses 7 fueled his lifelong effort to reestablish it (Saints, vol. 1, 108–9), showing this ancient vision as the model for modern covenant communities centered on the Savior.

Living It

Cut a paper heart into pieces for family, writing names on each—watch unity form as in Moses 7:18. Recall choices to follow God (Moses 7:32–33) by acting them out together. Prepare for the Savior's return (Moses 7:59–67) like awaiting a loved one: discuss feelings and readiness steps.

Faith Builder

Recent teachings echo Enoch's Zion. See also Ulisses Soares, “Brothers and Sisters in Christ,” Liahona, Nov. 2023, 70–73; D. Todd Christofferson, “One in Christ,” Liahona, May 2023, 77–80. Videos like “We Come Together and Unite as One” depict God’s desire for oneness (Moses 7:18).

These visions of Zion invite all to cultivate pure hearts, fostering unity that welcomes the King of Zion (Moses 7:53).

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