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Saints In The South is a group of friends who live in the south and are members of the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day saints. We discuss current Sunday school curriculum, current events, and how the words of God are applied in our day. We strive to express faith promoting experiences and discuss social dynamics that are experienced all over the world as it pertains to faith and following God on this mortal journey. We hope to add our small voice to this huge world in helping build peoples Faith in Christ, as they try to fulfill their purpose in life. Our goal is to help you find joy and have fun living the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Phones often prevent conversations from ever getting started and sometimes can end a conversation because of it's distraction. "Tales is a great way to get conversations started at any gathering. We start this interview with a couple of "Tales" questions: what’s the best way to grow old, and what actually makes you feel most alive? Benji Harris doesn’t hesitate. The gym is his happy place, and where he really feels alive pumping iron. From there, we trace how a small-town kid who grew up hunting and fishing built a serious strength training lifestyle and eventually stepped onto the bodybuilding stage.
Benji walks us through the unglamorous mechanics of bodybuilding competition prep: sticking to a plan, learning from losses, and choosing the right division. He explains the difference between men’s physique and classic physique, why conditioning can beat added scale weight, and what judges look for when they talk about symmetry, flow, and muscularity. He also shares the day-to-day reality of a 14-week prep, including repeatable meal prep, a high protein diet built around basics like chicken and rice, and the discipline to say no when it matters.
Then the story gets intense: qualifying for nationals, walking backstage in Pittsburgh with nearly a thousand competitors, and earning a pro card in 2019. We talk pro shows, the truth about sponsorships, and why supplements are never “magic.” Benji also gets honest about health tradeoffs in competitive bodybuilding and why longevity, family, and a new grandson helped him decide to step back. We close with how he built Infinite Fitness into a 24/7 gym that’s welcoming for beginners and serious lifters alike. If you like this kind of straight talk on bodybuilding, classic physique, and sustainable fitness, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review. What part of Benji's discipline do you want to try for yourself?
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Cherry Coke. Pop Tarts. A six-hour bus ride across Uruguay. Those details sound small until you hear what they represent: the moment a returning missionary realizes he is not the same person who left. We’re joined by Dallin Hester, fresh home from the Uruguay Montevideo West mission, and we walk through the homecoming journey, the love waiting at the airport, and the strange shock of re-entering American life after two years of simpler routines.
From there, we get into the real work. Dallin breaks down what Uruguay mission life actually feels like, from milanesa dinners and member meals to days when you’re clapping doors and nobody wants the message. He opens up about learning Spanish when you feel behind everyone else, why the language rarely “clicks” all at once, and how obedience and tiny wins stack into confidence. We also talk about two very different mission presidents, mate culture, and why a slower pace of life can change how you see time, people, and priorities.
The heart of the conversation is spiritual growth that lasts past the badge. We dig into building a personal testimony of Jesus Christ, learning to pray and listen, and redefining success when the numbers are quiet. Dallin shares what surprised him most about coming home, why he chose to delete social media, and how he wants to keep serving without the title. If you’re preparing for a mission or supporting someone who is, you’ll get practical guidance like reading Preach My Gospel and nurturing the seeds you plant.
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Wayne Morgan’s camera work doesn’t come from chasing trends. It comes from a moment when his heart literally stopped, doctors put in a pacemaker, and life got re-routed. That downtime turned into 25 years of learning how to see, how to wait for the fog to lift, and how to bring the Satilla River to people who may never stand on its banks at sunrise. We talk about his Satilla Solitude photography books, what goes into printing and selling local work, and why the Satilla’s blackwater beauty still beats many of the places he’s traveled across the United States, Canada, and Iceland.
We also get into the parts of the landscape people avoid talking about: river trash, environmental damage, and a kids-focused conservation book that shows both the “pretty” and the “ugly,” including an endorsement from Jimmy Carter. Then the conversation shifts to history and mystery with the lost town of Zirkle, a vanished sawmill community with its own currency, rumors about what happened to the town, and an ongoing documentary effort that’s still searching for a cemetery no one can quite locate.
Finally, Wayne shares what it felt like to document the Brantley County wildfires, photographing burned homes and the people standing in the ashes, while also capturing community support and the moment firefighters met local school kids and received letters. Along the way, we dig into practical nature photography tips like fog chasing, reflection shots, lens choices, and slow shutter speed techniques, all grounded in a simple message: practice until you can make the camera do what you see. If you like stories about Georgia photography, the Satilla River, the Okefenokee Swamp, and documentary work that preserves real places, subscribe, share this with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find it.
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Fear of failure sounds harmless until it starts running your life. Sitting down with Jason Knowlton, an active duty Army combat medic, we get honest about what people are really afraid of when they avoid trying, and how learning to fail can become a turning point instead of a label. Jason’s story moves from early childhood trauma and adoption to mentors, scouting, faith, and the long road of becoming comfortable with growth that doesn’t look perfect.
We also dig into repentance and accountability in a way that feels practical, not performative. We talk about how shame distorts identity, why making things right quickly restores peace, and how parenting changes when you stop pretending you’re flawless. Jason shares how he approaches mistakes with his kids, what he wishes he’d learned earlier, and why comparison quietly steals joy and courage.
Then the conversation shifts into the reality of military service: the responsibility a medic carries, the training culture that shapes standards, and what the public often misses about care for families after a loss. Jason also opens up about military mental health and PTSD, including a season of depression, nightmares, hypervigilance, and the moment he knew he needed real help. We walk through intensive therapy and the stellate ganglion block, sometimes called a neurosympathetic reset, plus a thoughtful look at emerging trauma treatments like ketamine and ayahuasca in controlled settings. We close with Ether 12:27, “thorns,” and why weakness can be the very thing that keeps us close to God.
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The word “Mormon” can end a conversation before it even starts, especially in the Bible Belt where labels often come loaded. We sit down with Frank Sikes (our Baptist friend) alongside Kenny O'bara and Joey Cornette to talk plainly about what people mean when they say “Mormon,” why The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has pushed back on the nickname in recent years, and how identity language can either build a bridge or throw up a wall. If you’ve ever wondered whether Latter-day Saints see themselves as Christian, or why the name matters so much, you’ll get a clear answer from local Latter-Day Saints living in the south.
From there we go deeper than vocabulary. We talk about the difference between sincere questions and “gotcha” debates, how to stay calm when someone attacks your faith, and why judging by “fruits” (love, service, sacrifice, integrity) is a better test than rumor. We also unpack why the LDS Church can look “too organized” to outsiders, how ministering and priesthood blessings work in real life, and why that structure often shows up as practical care when someone is struggling.
We also tackle a common flashpoint: Galatians 1:8. We discuss context, what Paul is correcting, what “another gospel” means, and why ongoing revelation is part of the New Testament world Paul lived in. And we spend time on missionaries: not as online debate objects, but as young people making a serious sacrifice for Jesus Christ and learning life skills through constant rejection and service.
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The hardest part of a mission isn’t always the heat, the long days, or the doors that never open. Sometimes it’s the quiet moment in an airport when you realize you’re about to leave a life that changed you, and you’re scared of slipping back into the old version of yourself. Spencer Hutcheson just returned from serving as a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Tucson, Arizona, and he joins me while the experience is still fresh, honest, and emotionally real.
We talk through the chaos of getting home, the reunion with family, and the line that has stayed with me ever since: “I don’t want to go back to my nets.” From there, we get into what that means for returned missionaries and for anyone trying to live as a disciple of Jesus Christ when life gets busy. Spencer opens up about starting his mission without a strong personal testimony, leaning on his parents’ faith at first, and why he chose to serve anyway because he needed to know for himself.
We also hit the practical side: work and school after a mission, job shadowing, resisting comparison, and building simple routines that keep spiritual momentum alive like early mornings, scriptures before the phone, prayer morning and night, service, and consistent temple worship. Spencer shares an MTC night he wanted to quit, the prayer that changed everything, and why going “all in” is what brings the deep feeling of accomplishment at the end.
If you feel nervous about serving, coming home, or helping someone you love who’s struggling, this conversation is for you.
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You can tell a lot about someone’s philosophy on fitness by what they think “success” looks like. For Philip Jordan, success is not a perfect body or a viral workout clip. It is the moment someone realizes they can move again, feel better again, and finally trust themselves to keep showing up. Philip is the fitness and wellness director at the YMCA in Waycross, Georgia, and our conversation moves from his homeschooling and farm-work upbringing to the coaching floor where he helps people chase milestones they once thought were out of reach. We get practical about why people hire a personal trainer and why “accountability” is often more powerful than the program itself. We talk about motivation on hard days, the mental health benefits of exercise, and how a good coach sometimes needs to be part trainer and part therapist. Then we zoom out into training styles: resistance training, free weights, machines, TRX, bodyweight work, and what changes when your goal is fat loss, overall health, or simply getting stronger. In our discussion with Phillip, we tackle the social media comparison trap, reminding us that every body responds differently to training, calories, genetics, and recovery. CrossFit takes center stage too, including the bad rap it gets for intensity and injury risk. Philip explains CrossFit as functional fitness and cross-training, where ego and competition can either sharpen you or break you if you refuse to scale. We also talk Murph, why it matters, and how consistent training prepares you for real life, not just the gym. We talk about the basic formula for success that lands hard: effort times consistency equals results. If you’ve been curious about CrossFit, intimidated by the gym, or tired of starting over, hit play and come train your mindset with us. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs a push, and leave a rating and review so more people can find the show.
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On this episode we sit down with Dalton Williams of Unashamed Truth 116 found on Instagram and Tik Tok. We dive into the scriptures and look at the example of Ammon out of The Book of Mormon on he achieved Peace Making and Peace Keeping. Dalton relates more to a Peace Maker. The question remains, which one do you relate more with.
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In this episode we talk about the role of a mother. There is no greater responsibility. Jane shares her personal experiences of motherhood, the ups and downs, the challenges and advice to other moms out there.
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In this episode we sit down with Rowdy Eunice of #whosoeversouth to talk the recent local Fires, Music, Talents, Service, and a life although imperfect, fulfilled through doing what they love and that is sharing the gospel through music.
Rowdy talks about life in the wrong direction and then realizing he was using his talens in the wrong way. He found God in a small southern georgia church. Through a process he turned he, his wife Sarah, Mike and the rest of the band have found a way to Share the Good word through writing their own lyrics and music and performing for others.
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In this interview we sit down with Navy Chief, Cory Arabie. Cory takes us through a life of ups and downs, poor choices, battling addictions, and a spiritual awakening that helped him turn his life around and reunite with his high school sweetheart.
From expectations to defeat and getting back up off the matt to go another day! Cory is an inspiration of facing challenges and overcoming poor choices of the past.
Cory talks about how wrestling has provided a foundation and an outlet to help him find the youth that are struggling to help them find purpose and inspiration.
With his high school sweetheart in hand, they are on a journey to build a prosperous life in rural south GA.
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In this episode we breakdown where we have been and where we are going. We discuss Ecclesiastes 3:1-9 out of the old testament. There are seasons of our lives. Things change and that is okay. We should always be looking for ways to lean into growth. That's what we are doing on this channel. We are making a change to get more involved in the community and to grow in self development ways that will hopefully add to the community in a positive way.
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We sit down with 4 young ladies that about to serve the Lord. With the lowering of the age to 18 years old, more and more young ladies of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints are accepting the call to Serve The Lord.
In this episode we talk with Kaylee Hester, Maggie Corbitt, Logan Markette, and Ashlyn Woolsey about their desire to serve an 18 month proselyting mission.
From overcoming fears, following spiritual promptings, putting in the spiritual work, and discussing scripture, they all share why they feel a need to serve.
We discuss favorite scriptures, who inspires them, and what they are most nervous about.
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In this episode, Dr. Trina Boice joins us to explore how studying the gospel through Hebrew language insights, historical context, and scriptural research can deepen our understanding of Jesus Christ and strengthen personal faith. We discuss powerful Hebrew words that reveal deeper meaning behind familiar scriptures and how language can unlock richer doctrinal understanding.
Dr. Boice also shares insights about the Savior’s Via Dolorosa — the path Jesus walked on His way to the cross — helping us better understand the spiritual and symbolic significance of Christ’s sacrifice and Atonement.
How does serious gospel study affect testimony? This conversation shows how sincere research, thoughtful questions, and spiritual seeking work together to build stronger conviction and a more personal relationship with the Savior. When learning is guided by faith, knowledge becomes a tool that draws us closer to Christ.
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Do you feel that there is a conflict between science and religion in regard to the Biblical creation story? If not, have you ever spoken with someone who does? In this episode, Saints in the South sit down with Tom Schleiffarth, author of "Adam vs. Evolution: Rediscovering the Original Creation Story". Tom utilizes scripture and current scientific understandings of origins of man, as well as history, philosophy, and linguistics, to lay out the creation story in a way that you may have never heard before! Join us as we explore the creation story to gain a clearer understanding of what the scriptures actually have to say about the creation of mankind, as well as understanding that the idea of conflict between science and religion is a myth, based on misunderstanding of one or both of these things.
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In this powerful conversation, Sharla Goettl joins us to explore how covenants with Jesus Christ give us access to real, spiritual power—power to overcome fear, stand firm in faith, and live with confidence in an increasingly uncertain world.
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• How Jesus Christ transforms fear into faith
• Why remembering our covenants changes how we face trials
• How disciples of Christ can live boldly, faithfully, and with purpose
This episode is for anyone who feels stretched, weary, or searching for deeper spiritual strength—and wants to anchor their life more fully in Jesus Christ.
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In this episode, Jackson, Kenny, and Average Joe discuss Elder Kearon's General Conference talk "Jesus Christ and Your New Beginning" and the timeless significance of this powerful message, as well as share some thoughts from Genesis 1-2 in this week's Come Follow Me lesson, "In the Beginning God Created the Heaven and the Earth". As always, there is plenty of Gospel Growth and Good Times!
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In this episode, Jackson and Kenny talk with Travis Lish from "The Holy Rebellion". We discussed their journey toward becoming Latter-day Saint content creators, their upcoming "Peacemakers Summit", and the life & legacy of Jeffrey R. Holland.
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Travis of The Holy Rebellion joins us in remembering Jeffrey R. Holland and the impact he had in so many lives.
Elder Jeffrey R. Holland was a beloved apostle and senior leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, known for his powerful testimony of Jesus Christ, his teaching ability, and his lifelong commitment to strengthening the faith of Latter-day Saints. He was born December 3, 1940, in St. George, Utah, and early in life served a full-time mission in Great Britain, an experience that shaped his devotion to missionary work and discipleship.
Before full-time Church service, Elder Holland was deeply involved in Church education. He earned degrees in English and religious education from Brigham Young University and a master’s and Ph.D. from Yale University. He served as Dean of Religious Education, Church Commissioner of Education, and as the ninth president of BYU, where he emphasized gospel learning and helped expand educational opportunities.
In April 1989, he was called as a General Authority Seventy. A few years later, on June 23, 1994, he was ordained a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, one of the highest governing bodies of the Church, charged with being a special witness of Jesus Christ to the world.
As an apostle, Elder Holland’s ministry touched many globally. He frequently spoke at General Conference, sharing heartfelt sermons on Christ’s love, the power of the Atonement, and the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. In 2025, he spoke about the evidence of God’s works and testified of the Book of Mormon’s impact as a spiritual guide.
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Elder Holland was set apart as President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles on October 14, 2025, a role in LDS Church governance that places him next in line to lead the Church under its established order of succession when the Church president passes.
Throughout his service, members remembered him for his steadfast testimony of the Savior, his ability to lift the weary with compassionate words, and his unwavering devotion to gospel principles. His life and teachings have been a source of encouragement and dedication for countless Latter-day Saints around the world.
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The Christmas Truce of 1914 happened during World War I along the Western Front, when British and German soldiers paused fighting on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. What began with simple gestures—singing carols, shouting holiday greetings across trenches, and placing candles on trees—turned into something remarkable as troops cautiously came out into “no man’s land.” Instead of bullets, they shared food, exchanged small gifts, showed pictures of family, and even played friendly soccer matches. They also used the moment to bury their dead with dignity and mourn together. It wasn’t ordered by generals or governments; it was an act of simple human decency from ordinary soldiers tired of violence. Though the war soon resumed and such truces were discouraged afterward, the event stands as a powerful reminder that even in the darkest times, people can choose peace, compassion, and brotherhood.
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On this episode, we discuss the young men's general council of 14, New temple announcements in the area where the temple will be built, and the use of different bible translations.
Chase joins us behind the cameras to help with production and offer his personal insights as a young man.
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Have you been called to a proselyting mission and been reassigned to a service mission? Have you had to come home early because of complications you didn't expect. Have you had a son or daughter experience this?
For Elder Dalton Howell, an unexpected turn in serving The Lord would not deter him from continuing his service as a missionary of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
We sit down with Elder Howell and discuss the trials of having to come home from his mission due to medical conditions but still choosing to serve.
Elder Howell talks about his decision to serve, preparing for his call, receiving the call, leaving, and then being reassigned to his home ward.
He is grateful for close friends and cousins that have helped him find the positive in the situation and understanding that even though it's not what he wanted, he is still serving.
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🍂 Thanksgiving 2025 — The True Meaning, History, and Spirit of Gratitude | Inspiring Message
Thanksgiving is more than a holiday — it’s a powerful reminder to slow down, reflect, and give thanks for the blessings God has placed in our lives. In this video, we explore the true spirit of Thanksgiving, the deeper meaning behind the celebration, and how gratitude can strengthen our families, our faith, and our daily walk with Christ.
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• The history of Thanksgiving and why the Pilgrims chose gratitude in the midst of hardship
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• Why gratitude is essential for emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being
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• Faith-centered ways to celebrate Thanksgiving with purpose
Whether you're searching for the meaning of Thanksgiving, ideas for Thanksgiving inspiration, or ways to build gratitude within your home, this video is designed to encourage and uplift. Thanksgiving isn’t just about the meal — it’s about remembering God’s mercy, celebrating family, and choosing gratitude in every season of life.
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In this episode of Saints in the South, we welcome a special guest — a devoted Southern Baptist — to join us for an open and genuine discussion about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Mormon faith, doctrine, and beliefs. This conversation opens the door for mutual understanding, honest dialogue, and unity among followers of Jesus Christ.
Together, we explore thought-provoking questions such as:
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Our goal isn’t to debate, but to build bridges of faith — to discuss both our common beliefs and meaningful differences with love, respect, and open hearts. We believe that through understanding and conversation, all Christians can come together under the banner of Jesus Christ for a greater good.
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In this episode, Jackson and Kenny talk with published author, respiratory therapist, father, and Latter-day Saint, Jeff Borders! We discuss his book, "The Antichrist Playbook"... Do you have children or young adults? If so, you NEED this book! Jeff breaks down the methods that the various 'antichrists' in the Book of Mormon used to lead people away from the Savior, and how Satan uses these same strategies in the world today to lead people away from the truth of God.
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Alex O’Connor, known to many as a sharp and thoughtful voice in modern religious discussion, takes an unexpected and intriguing turn as he dives deep into the beliefs, history, and theology of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In this episode, we discuss the how Alex not only defends Mormon teachings from common misconceptions but also engages with Christians in open, respectful dialogue about what the intriguing Latter-day Saint faith and history of the mormon religion. From the early foundations of Joseph Smith to the modern-day church, Alex’s curiosity and sincerity invite viewers to think beyond labels and explore the spiritual truths that unite believers more than they divide them.
Is it possible that he converts to Christianity through the mormon religion. Not only is it possible, I believe it will happen one day!!
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"Uncle Andrew" is back! From Come Follow Me:
"As difficult as the last six years had been for the Saints, things started to look up in the spring of 1839: The refugee Saints had found compassion among the citizens of Quincy, Illinois. Guards had allowed the Prophet Joseph Smith and other Church leaders to escape captivity in Missouri. And the Church had just purchased land in Illinois where the Saints could gather again. Yes, it was swampy, mosquito-infested land, but compared to the challenges the Saints had already faced, this probably seemed manageable. So they drained the swamp and drafted a charter for a new city, which they named Nauvoo. It means “beautiful” in Hebrew, though it was more an expression of faith than an accurate description, at least at first. Meanwhile, the Lord was impressing His Prophet with a sense of urgency. He had more truths and ordinances to restore, and He needed a holy temple where the Saints could receive them. In many ways, these same feelings of faith and urgency are important in the Lord’s work today.
While Nauvoo did become a beautiful city with a beautiful temple, both were eventually abandoned. But the Lord’s truly beautiful work, all along, has been to “crown you with honor, immortality, and eternal life” (Doctrine and Covenants 124:55), and that work never ends."
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In this powerful episode of Calling All Christians, Jacob Hansen and Greg Matsen dive headfirst into one of the most heated conversations happening right now across Christian media: Are Latter-day Saints (Mormons) truly Christians?
We unpack the recent wave of discussions that have swept the nation—fueled by shocking events and bold public claims. From the assassination of Charlie Kirk, to the tragic attack and shooting at a Latter-day Saint chapel in Grand Blanc, Michigan, emotions and tensions are running high. Influential voices like Mark Driscoll and others have made pointed claims that “Mormons are not Christians,” fueling the flames and sparking widespread debate among believers.
Jacob and Greg respond thoughtfully and unapologetically—addressing theology, history, and the heart of discipleship. But more importantly, this conversation looks beyond division. It’s a call to all believers in Jesus Christ, regardless of denomination, to stand united for a greater good in an increasingly hostile world. As culture grows darker, now is the time for followers of Christ to rally together, not tear each other apart.
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In this episode we give some shout outs to our supporters of the show, share some weekly wins, and dive into an in depth review of President Dallin H. Oaks final address at General Conference. We look at what he said, why he said it, and what it means for us.
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Dean Wilson, a federal law enforcement firearms trainer sits down with us to discuss The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints policy on Firearms in the building. We discuss the Grand Blanc, MI tragedy, how it affects membership and security, and what the leaders may or may not do with policy changes. We discuss why there needs to be security detail, safety of women, children, and the elderly, how to secure the building with and without firearms.
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This was our live episode recorded on September 10th the day of Charlie Kirk's Assassination. We took time to discuss his impact, what his death means, and the kinds of ideology that drives people towards violence over political, religious, and social issues.
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How can we forgive others who have hurt us, or hurt someone we love? Can we really follow Jesus' example of forgiveness when He forgave those who tortured and crucified Him while He still hung on the cruel cross? Is it possible for us to demonstrate that kind of true forgiveness in this mortal life?..
This is exactly what Charlie Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, did when she spoke at her husband's funeral. She forgave her husband's killer, "Because that Is what Christ did, and what Charlie would do". This is indeed, exactly what Christ did, demonstrating a perfect example of what he taught us to do as well.
It may not be easy, but we know that when we place our faith in Christ and draw upon His strength, we can do all things. When we let go of resentment and see everyone around us as our brothers and sisters, (who may be "hostages", rather than "accomplices") instead of as our enemies, we can experience peace that passes all understanding...
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"To Have the Heavens Opened"...
Join us this week as we discuss the personal conversion story of Warren Cowdery, the organizing of the priesthood offices and quorums, and Lyman Sherman's desire to receive comfort of full forgiveness.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
"At first glance, Doctrine and Covenants 107 might seem to be only about organizing priesthood offices into a leadership structure for the Lord’s Church. Indeed, by the time this revelation was published, Church membership was already outgrowing the capacity of the few leaders it had in place. So outlining the roles and responsibilities of the First Presidency, the Quorum of the Twelve, the Seventy, bishops, and quorum presidencies was surely needed and helpful. But there’s so much more to the divine instruction in section 107 than just how to organize priesthood offices and quorums. Here the Lord teaches us about an ancient priesthood order that was “instituted in the days of Adam” (verse 41). Its purpose from the beginning has been to make it possible for God’s children—including you—to receive the saving ordinances of the gospel and enjoy “all the spiritual blessings of the church—to have the privilege of receiving the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, [and] to have the heavens opened unto them” (verses 18–19)."
See “Restoring the Ancient Order,” Revelations in Context, 208–12.
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We are surrounded by symbols and symbolism every day.
Which symbols are meaningful to us? Which symbols are actually hollow and devoid of any real meaning? Which symbols can lead us to what is REAL?
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In this short episode, Kenny shares some thoughts from our stake conference. Our visiting area Seventy, Elder James N. Robinson, shared some profound insights with us during the Sunday morning session. Many walked away from that meeting with a whole new understanding of what it means when the scriptures tell us that God requires "a broken heart..." as an offering from us to Him.
I hope Elder Robinson's insight is as meaningful for you as it was for me!
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Join us this week as we continue to discuss the trials of the early saints and how we apply the principles of faithfulness to our lives. Jackson takes the opportunity to share a personal experience of exercising faith in following the prophet.
From Come Follow Me:
The Saints in Kirtland were heartbroken to hear that their brothers and sisters in Jackson County, Missouri, were being driven from their homes. It must have been encouraging, then, when the Lord declared that “the redemption of Zion” would “come by power” (Doctrine and Covenants 103:15). With that promise in their hearts, over 200 men, plus about 25 women and children, enlisted in what they called the Camp of Israel, later known as Zion’s Camp. Its mission was to march to Missouri and redeem Zion.
To the members of the camp, redeeming Zion meant restoring the Saints to their land. But just before the camp arrived in Jackson County, the Lord told Joseph Smith to stop and disband Zion’s Camp. Some members of the camp were confused and upset by this new instruction; to them, it meant the expedition failed and the Lord’s promises were not fulfilled. Others, however, saw it differently. While the exiled Saints never returned to Jackson County, the experience did bring a degree of “redemption” to Zion, and it did “come by power.” Faithful members of Zion’s Camp, many of whom later became leaders of the Church, testified that the experience deepened their faith in God’s power, in Joseph Smith’s divine call, and in Zion—not just Zion the place but Zion the people of God. Rather than questioning the value of this seemingly unsuccessful task, they learned that the real task is to follow the Savior, even when we don’t understand everything. This is how Zion, ultimately, will be redeemed.
See Saints, 1:194–206; “The Acceptable Offering of Zion’s Camp,” Revelations in Context, 213–18.
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We all wrestle with questions of the heart. Especially those we do not understand. One question that many people are wondering is 'Why Did God Allow Charlie Kirk To Die?"
In this episode, I discuss one possibility of what that answer is.
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"All things... shall work together for your good."
For the Saints in the 1830s, Independence, Missouri, was literally the promised land. It was “the center place” of Zion (see Doctrine and Covenants 57:3)—the city of God on earth—which they were making great sacrifices to build. To them, the gathering of Saints there was an exciting and glorious prelude to the Second Coming. But their neighbors in the area saw things differently. They took issue with the claim that God had given the land to the Saints, and they were uncomfortable with the political, economic, and social consequences of so many people from an unfamiliar religion moving into the area so quickly. Soon concern turned into threats, and threats turned into persecution and violence. In July 1833, the Church’s printing office was destroyed, and in November the Saints were forced to abandon their homes in Jackson County, Missouri.
Joseph Smith was over 800 miles away in Kirtland, and this news took weeks to reach him. But the Lord knew what was happening, and He revealed to His Prophet principles of peace and encouragement that would comfort the Saints—principles that can also help us when we face persecution, when our righteous desires go unfulfilled, or when we need a reminder that our daily afflictions will eventually, somehow, “work together for [our] good” (Doctrine and Covenants 98:3).
See Saints, 1:171–93; “Waiting for the Word of the Lord,” Revelations in Context, 196–201.
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"For the Salvation of Zion"
Join us this week as Marcus and Jackson discuss the call of The Lord for Joseph to move the church forward in building a Temple: The House of The Lord!
When the Lord commanded Moses to build a tabernacle, He told Moses to “make all things according to the pattern shewed to [him] in the mount” (Hebrews 8:5; see also Exodus 25:8–9). The tabernacle was to be the center of Israel’s wilderness camp (see Numbers 2:1–2). Later, God commanded Solomon and his people to build a temple according to a pattern He revealed (see 1 Chronicles 28:12, 19).
As the Lord restored the fulness of the gospel, He commanded Joseph Smith to build temples according to a revealed pattern. “Let the house be built, not after the manner of the world,” the Lord declared. “Let it be built after the manner which I shall show” (Doctrine and Covenants 95:13–14; see also 97:10). Like the tabernacle in the wilderness, the temple was meant to be a central feature in Kirtland (see Doctrine and Covenants 94:1).
Today houses of the Lord are found around the world. Even if they are not at the center of our cities, they can be central in our lives. Though each temple differs in appearance, within them we learn the same divine pattern—a heavenly plan to bring us back into the presence of God. Sacred, eternal ordinances help us build our lives and strengthen our families “not after the manner of the world”, but after the pattern God shows us.
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Join us this week as we discuss section 93 and say goodbye to Heidi....at least on a weekly basis. She may make an appearance every once in a while down the road. We thank Heidi for sharing her time, insights, humor, and weight lifting analogies with us!!
“When you climb up a ladder,” Joseph Smith taught, “you must begin at the bottom, and ascend step by step, until you arrive at the top; and so it is with the principles of the gospel—you must begin with the first, and go on until you learn all the principles of exaltation” (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith [2007], 268).
Sometimes that ladder of exaltation seems impossibly high, but we were born to climb to the top. Whatever limitations we may see in ourselves, Heavenly Father and His Son see something glorious in us, something godlike. Just as Jesus Christ “was in the beginning with the Father,” so “ye were also” (Doctrine and Covenants 93:21, 23). Just as He “continued from grace to grace, until he received a fulness,” so also “you shall receive grace for grace” (verses 13, 20). The restored gospel teaches us about the true nature of God, and so it also teaches us about ourselves and what we can become. Despite the efforts of the “wicked one” (verse 39)—and despite what you feel you may lack—you are a literal child of God with the potential to “in due time receive of his fulness” (verse 19).
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Every so often, the Lord gives us a small glimpse of His boundless “majesty and power” (Doctrine and Covenants 88:47) through sweeping revelations to His prophets. Doctrine and Covenants 88 is such a revelation—one about light and glory and kingdoms that can make our earthly cares seem insignificant by comparison. Even if we can’t grasp all of what the Lord is teaching us, we can at least sense that there’s far more to eternity than what we now comprehend. Of course, the Lord didn’t speak of these grand mysteries to intimidate us or make us feel small. In fact, He promised, “The day shall come when you shall comprehend even God” (verse 49; italics added). Perhaps it was to that lofty end that the Lord urged His Saints in Kirtland to form the School of the Prophets. “Organize yourselves,” He said. “Prepare every needful thing; and establish … a house of God” (verse 119). For it is within God’s holy house—and in our homes—that He can, more than anywhere else, lift our vision beyond the mortal world, “unveil his face unto [us],” and prepare us to “abide a celestial glory” (verses 68, 22).
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Join us this week as we share some personal experiences as it relates to sections 85-87 of the Doctrine & Covenants...
Come Follow Me Section Summary:
"Christmas Day is usually a time to ponder messages like “peace on earth” and “good will toward men” (see Luke 2:14). But on December 25, 1832, Joseph Smith’s mind was occupied with the threat of war. South Carolina had just defied the United States government and was preparing for battle. And the Lord revealed to Joseph that this was only the beginning: “War,” He declared, “will be poured out upon all nations” (Doctrine and Covenants 87:2). It seemed like this prophecy would be fulfilled very soon.
But then it wasn’t. Within just a few weeks, South Carolina and the U.S. government reached a compromise, and war was averted. But revelation is not always fulfilled at the time or in the way we expect. Nearly 30 years later, long after Joseph Smith was martyred and the Saints had moved west, South Carolina did rebel and civil war followed. Since then, war throughout the world has caused “the earth [to] mourn” (Doctrine and Covenants 87:6). While the prophecy was ultimately fulfilled, the value of this revelation is less in predicting when calamity will come and more in teaching what to do when it does. The counsel is the same in 1831, 1861, and 2021: “Stand ye in holy places, and be not moved” (verse 8)."
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This week, we try to keep it between the lines in our new "living room" set up. We discuss section 84, "the priesthood" section. Many men are returning from their missions and sharing success stories. They have much joy in The Lord and their labors. The Lord reveals to them more about the priesthood, what it means to hold the priesthood, and it's power. We discuss the power of the priesthood that women have. This section is not just for the men, but for the sisters also.
Come Follow Me Historical Setting:
"Ever since the priesthood was restored in 1829, Latter-day Saints had been blessed by that sacred power. They were baptized, confirmed, and called to serve by priesthood authority, much like we are today. But having access to priesthood power is not the same thing as completely understanding it, and God had more He wanted His Saints to understand—particularly with the coming restoration of temple ordinances. The 1832 revelation on the priesthood, now Doctrine and Covenants 84, expanded the Saints’ vision of what the priesthood really is. And it can do the same for us today. After all, there is a lot to learn about the divine power that holds “the key of the knowledge of God,” that makes manifest “the power of godliness,” and that prepares us to “see the face of God, even the Father, and live”.
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Saints in the South classic!
This week we discuss how scriptures that are specifically given to individuals at the time, can be applied to our lives and our circumstances. For example, section 81 was originally given to Jesse Gause. However, he later left the church and this revelation, when published substituted Frederick G. Williams name for Jesse Gause's name.
We discuss the importance of standing in the office in which you have been called and doing it faithfully. Sometimes that is a calling in church, a calling in life, or a situation you are placed in.
Where much is given, much is required. It is true, those who have been given more or know more should be expected to do more.
Finally, we discuss who is supposed to care for those that stand in need. Who has claim upon the church or the Lord's storehouse? Who has the responsibility to watch over the down trodden?
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Less than two years after the Church of Jesus Christ was restored, it had more than 2,000 members and was growing quickly. The Lord instructs Joseph to organize the "United Firm"; a group that would focus advancing the cause of the Lord in the following areas: the publication of church revelations, the purchase of land to gather on, and the care for the poor. But even in such administrative matters, the Lord focused on the things of eternity.
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"Great Shall Be Their Reward and Eternal Shall Be Their Glory"
The Vision, probably the most glorious and most important revelation that sets the church apart from other Christian religions since the coming forth of the Book of Mormon. The vision was given in the midst of other brethren to Sidney Rigdon and Joseph Smith. Join us this week as we discuss how "The Vision" was received among members of the church, non members of the church, and those outside of the church. It was an entirely new and greater understanding of what Heaven and Hell are. We find out what the celestial, terrestrial, and telestial kingdoms are, and what is required to be a candidate for outer darkness.
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How Should we handle criticism of the Church?
Joseph Smith faced critics all of his life. He was used to it from the non believers, but it must have been extra difficult when facing criticism from within the church and former members. This week we discuss the falling away of Ezra Booth and his criticism of the prophet Joseph Smith. We also talk about Newel K. Whitney, the 2nd bishop of the church called. He had a few more instructions and direction given to him than did Edward Partridge. Finally, we talk about sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Join us this week as we continue to apply the principles we learn to from our study of come follow me to our personal lives.
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How important is the role of parents in the Lord's kingdom?
Join us as we discuss this week's Come Follow Me lesson. The elders held a special meeting to discuss publishing the book of commandments, now known as the doctrine and covenants. It was agreed upon that they needed to be published but needed a preface. Many of the brethren were concerned with the inadequacies of Joseph's vocabulary and grammar. The Lord said for them to pick out the weakest revelation and take the wisest among them and if they could write something that was better, then they could use it but if not, they would need to testify of all their truthfulness. Once it was done, all the elders agreed that it could not be done and Joseph's revelations were indeed from The Lord and true.
We go on to discuss the significance that The Lord puts on parenting. Marcus points out that if parents in Zion do not teach their children the gospel, the "sin" and not the "sins" are upon the heads of the parents.
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Join us this week as we discuss this weeks lesson on the commandment to forgive others and the struggles we face to have a willing heart and mind. It's not always easy to drop what we are doing and to be on The Lord's errand. Learning how to do that as often as possible will draw us closer to God.
William McLellin, had questions that only The Lord was aware of. The prophet Joseph Smith answered those questions in section 66. What did William McLellin do with those answers and how did it effect his faithfulness. What do we do with the answers that we receive from The Lord?
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What does the month of June mean to you?..
In this powerful and timely episode of Saints in the South, we open up a conversation that too often remains in the shadows: men’s mental health. As June marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, we confront the stigma surrounding emotional vulnerability and the pressure many men feel to “tough it out” in silence. With compassion and candor, we talk about the real struggles—including depression, anxiety, and the sobering suicide rates among men—and why seeking help is not a sign of weakness, but of strength.
We also explore how gospel principles and Church resources can provide healing, hope, and resilience. From the eternal truths that affirm our divine worth, to practical programs offered by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we highlight how faith and mental health can—and must—work together. Whether you’re struggling yourself, supporting someone who is, or just want to be part of a healthier, more Christlike culture, this episode is for you. Let’s break the silence and build stronger, more spiritually grounded men—together.
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Saints in the South CLASSIC!
This week we discuss the travels of some of the saints travels from Independence, Missouri back to Kirtland, Ohio and other areas. The Elders that had been set apart to teach were not doing much preaching. They were focused on other things such as getting back as well as being fearful of others if they were to preach the word of The Lord from the newly founded Church of Jesus Christ. The Lord rebuked them in that they were to repent and teach the gospel.
He tells them that it did not matter what way they traveled as long as they fulfilled their mission along the way to preach the Gospel.
Join us as we share some personal experiences and how we have likened the scriptures unto ourselves.
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Link to Healing Through The Savior : Addiction Recovery Program
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/addiction-recovery-program-2023?lang=eng
Whether you struggle with an addiction or know someone who does, this guide can be a blessing in your life. With permission from Alcoholics Anonymous, the 12 steps have been adapted to include the doctrines, principles, and beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In this guide, the steps are presented in order along with a related gospel principle. This guide will help you learn how to apply these steps. No matter what your circumstances are, these steps can help you come unto Christ and receive the blessings of recovery and healing.
Addictions may include the use of substances such as tobacco, alcohol, coffee, tea, and both prescription and illegal drugs. Addictions may also include behaviors such as gambling, viewing pornography, lust, inappropriate sexual behaviors, video gaming, inappropriate technology use, and unhealthy eating. While health care professionals consider addiction a physical disease, the physical aspect is only part of the problem. Addiction affects the mind, body, and spirit, so the solution must address all aspects of the disease.
This guide is not specific to any particular addiction. Though people struggle with different types of addiction, many have found a common solution in the path outlined in this guide. It is a workbook and reference for anyone who desires to recover from any type of addiction. This guide is the primary reading material in the addiction recovery support meetings sponsored by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Recovery begins when we are honest and admit that we struggle with addiction. For some people, identifying themselves as addicts in recovery meetings helps them to be honest and to remember just how powerful their addiction can be. However, we should be careful that this does not limit our hope or trust in God. If we define ourselves as addicts, we may unintentionally deny the truth that Jesus Christ can heal us and change our very nature. In our recovery, we must all find a balance between being honest about the power of addiction while at the same time trusting that Jesus Christ can restore us to complete spiritual health.
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Saints in the South CLASSIC!
This week we talk about the initial disappointment that was felt by many members of the church when they showed up in Independence, Missouri, expecting to see a thriving community of Saints. They later discovered it was not yet time for them to build the city of Zion. In a revelation to Joseph Smith, The Lord told the saints "Ye cannot behold with your natural eyes, for the present time, the design of your God... and the glory which shall follow after much tribulation."
Many times it is so much harder to keep our eyes on the promised blessings rather than focus on the current tribulation we are experiencing. That's one reason it is important to stay "Anxiously engaged in a good cause" It will help us forget about our current struggles and challenges. Then before we know it, the blessings have come!
What good causes are you "anxiously engaged in"?
We discuss the faith of Polly Knight. We also discuss the sabbath day and what the early saints might have done to keep the sabbath day holy.
Is it easier to keep the Sabbath holy today, or in the early days of the church?
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Can we really love God with all of our heart, mind, soul, and strength? And if so, how do we actually do that in our daily lives?
In this episode, we dive deep into the greatest commandment given by the Savior — exploring what it truly means to give God our everything. We break down each aspect of this powerful scripture: loving God with our heart (our desires), mind (our thoughts), soul (our spirit and identity), and strength (our actions and efforts). Through personal experiences, scriptures, and practical insights, we talk about what it looks like to love God completely — not just in word, but in how we live, think, and serve.
Whether you’re striving to deepen your faith or simply want to align your life more fully with God’s will, this discussion will challenge and inspire you to love Him with your whole being.
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Saints in the South CLASSIC!
Join us this week as we discuss the continued difficulties the saints had of building up the church. All while having to move, purchase new lands and re establish themselves time and time and again. The early saints were challenged physically and spiritually to build of God's Kingdom here on the earth. From Bishop Edward Partridge, Leman Copley, Sidney Gilbert, to Newel Knight, W.W. Phelps, Ezra Thayre, and Thomas B. Marsh. All of these men were faced with their own challenges as The Lord looked for each mean to use their talents, means, and time to build up the Kingdom of God on earth. We find that some were willing to do anything that was required of them while others, although having a willing mind and heart, lacked the courage to fulfill their duties. Let's see what we can learn from these early saints and how we can apply it to our lives. The road traveled is not an easy one.
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Church and Family Councils (part 2/2)
In part two of our discussion on church and family councils, we continue the conversation by diving deeper into why these councils matter and how they can powerfully bless individuals, families, and congregations. We reflect on the spiritual purposes behind councils—how they unite hearts, invite revelation, and ensure no one is overlooked. Whether it’s a ward council, elders quorum presidency, or a simple family council around the dinner table, these gatherings provide a sacred opportunity for inspired collaboration and ministering. We’ll also explore common obstacles to effective councils and how to overcome them through humility, preparation, and listening to the Spirit. This episode reinforces the truth that revelation is more often found in council than in isolation.
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Join us this week as we discuss sections 49 and 50 from Come Follow Me.
Leman Copley was a Shaker that converted to The Church of Jesus Christ but struggled to live certain aspects of the gospel. We also discuss the different manifestations of the spirit and how some spirits can be evil. Marcus and Andrew share personal experiences from their mission when they participated in the casting out of evil spirits.
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Are We Using Church Councils the Lord’s Way?
Church councils are more than meetings—they’re a sacred pattern revealed by God to help us govern His Church and strengthen His Saints. But are we using them the way the Lord intended?
In this episode, we dive into the divine design of church councils: how they should function, what their purpose truly is, and how the Spirit should lead. From ward and stake councils to family councils at home, we’ll explore the blessings that come when councils are unified, Spirit-led, and focused on building Zion.
Whether you’re a bishop, a Relief Society president, or a parent seeking revelation at home, this conversation will inspire you to approach councils as the Lord’s tool for revelation, unity, and action.
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"Seek Ye Earnestly the Best Gifts"...
This week we go back to our discussion from 2021! Saints in the South talk about the gifts of the spirit, who has them, and how we can obtain them. Gifts of the spirit come in many forms. Sometimes we don't even recognize the gifts that we do have but there others recognize those gifts we have. If there are gifts that you want, you can seek after those gifts and encouraged to do so. Gifts of the spirit are like our temporal talents. They have to be exercised, worked, studied on, and developed.
We also talk about who is welcome in our church. Early on there was some confusion as to who could attend church with the saints. There were some who wanted to exclude people. The Lord made it clear that all our welcome. And today, on all church buildings, you will see that "visitors are welcome".
Finally, we talk about who can partake of the sacrament and if all should partake of the sacrament and what does it mean for a non member to partake of the sacrament vs. a member.
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From Come Follow Me:
"The revelation in section 45 was received, according to the section heading, “to the joy of the Saints.” And there’s a lot to be joyful about in this revelation. In it the Savior gives His tender promise to plead for us before the Father (see verses 3–5). He tells of His everlasting covenant spreading throughout the world, like “a messenger … to prepare the way before [Him]” (verse 9). And He prophesies of His glorious Second Coming. The Savior does all of this while also acknowledging that these are troubling times (see verse 34), in part because of the perils that are to take place before His coming. But that peril, that darkness is not strong enough to extinguish the light of hope. “For verily I say unto you,” the Lord declared, “that I am … a light that shineth in darkness” (verse 7). That alone is reason to receive this revelation—with whatever counsel and warnings and truth He wants to give—with joy."
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From Come Follow Me:
"For most people, being baptized is a reverent, peaceful experience. The baptism of Emma Smith and others, however, was disrupted by a mob who mocked them, threatened them, and forced them to flee. Later, just as Joseph was about to confirm the new members, he was arrested for upsetting the community with his preaching. In all this opposition, how could Emma find reassurance that she was doing the right thing? The same place we can all find it—through revelation from the Lord. He spoke to Emma about “the things of a better [world]”—His kingdom—and her place in it. He told her not to fear, to “lift up [her] heart and rejoice,” and to “cleave unto the covenants [she had] made.” And these words of encouragement and counsel are His “voice unto all”."
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From Come Follow Me:
"The Church grew rapidly in 1830 and 1831, particularly with a rush of new members in Kirtland, Ohio. This growth was exciting and encouraging to the Saints, but it also presented some challenges. How do you unify a quickly expanding group of believers? Specifically, what do you do when they bring doctrine and practices from their previous faiths? For example, when Joseph Smith arrived in Kirtland in early February 1831, he found new members sharing common property in a genuine attempt to imitate the New Testament Christians (see Acts 4:32–37). The Lord made some important corrections and clarifications on this and other topics. He did this largely through a revelation recorded in Doctrine and Covenants 42 that He called “my law to govern my church” (verse 59). In this revelation, we learn truths that are fundamental in establishing the Lord’s Church in the latter days. And we learn that we have a lot more to learn: “If thou shalt ask,” the Lord promised, “thou shalt receive revelation upon revelation, knowledge upon knowledge” (Doctrine and Covenants 42:61)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"To the early Saints, the Church was more than a place to hear some preaching on Sunday. The revelations used words like cause, kingdom, Zion, and, quite often, work. That may have been part of what attracted people to the restored Church. As much as they loved the doctrine, many also wanted something holy they could dedicate their lives to. Even so, obeying the Lord’s 1830 command to gather in Ohio was not easy. For many, it meant leaving comfortable homes for an unfamiliar frontier (see “Voices of the Restoration: Gathering to Ohio”). Today we can see clearly what those Saints could see only with the eye of faith: the Lord had great blessings waiting for them in Ohio.
The need to gather to Ohio has long since passed, but Saints today still unite around the same cause: to “bring forth Zion” (Doctrine and Covenants 39:13). Like those early Saints, we are invited to forsake “the cares of the world” (Doctrine and Covenants 40:2) and trust the Lord’s promise: “You shall receive … a blessing so great as you never have known” (Doctrine and Covenants 39:10).
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Join us this week as we sit down with "The Worlds Strongest Seminary Teacher".
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From Come Follow Me:
"April 3, 1836, was Easter Sunday. After helping administer the sacrament to Saints in the newly dedicated Kirtland Temple, Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery found a quiet place behind a veil and bowed in silent prayer. Then, on this sacred day when Christians everywhere were commemorating the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, the risen Savior Himself appeared in His temple, declaring, “I am he who liveth, I am he who was slain” (Doctrine and Covenants 110:4).
What does it mean to say that Jesus Christ is “he who liveth”? It doesn’t just mean that He rose from the tomb and appeared to His disciples in Galilee. It means that He lives today. He speaks through prophets today. He leads His Church today. He heals wounded souls and broken hearts today. So we can echo the words of Joseph Smith’s powerful testimony: “After the many testimonies which have been given of him, this is the testimony … which we give of him: That he lives!” (Doctrine and Covenants 76:22). We can hear His voice in these revelations, witness His hand in our lives, and feel “the joy this sentence gives: ‘I know that my Redeemer lives!’” (Hymns, no. 136)."
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From Come Follow Me:
Parley P. Pratt had been a member of the Church for about a month when he was called “into the wilderness” to preach the gospel (Doctrine and Covenants 32:2). Thomas B. Marsh had been a member for even less time than that when he was told, “The hour of your mission is come” (Doctrine and Covenants 31:3). Orson Pratt, Edward Partridge, and many others had likewise barely been baptized when their mission calls came. Perhaps there’s a lesson in this pattern for us today: if you know enough to accept the restored gospel by baptism, you know enough to share it with others. Of course, we always want to increase our gospel knowledge, but God has never hesitated to call upon the “unlearned” to preach His gospel (Doctrine and Covenants 35:13). In fact, He invites all of us, “Open your mouth to declare my gospel” (Doctrine and Covenants 30:5). And we do that best not through our own wisdom and experience but “by the power of [the] Spirit” (Doctrine and Covenants 35:13).
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From Come Follow Me:
"Even though the Church of Jesus Christ had been organized in 1830, many gospel truths were still yet to be revealed, and several early Church members had questions. They had read prophecies in the Book of Mormon about the gathering of Israel and the building up of Zion (see 3 Nephi 21). How would that happen? The revelations Hiram Page claimed to receive speculated on that subject, which only increased members’ curiosity (see Doctrine and Covenants 28). Other people wondered about the Fall of Adam and Eve and spiritual death. The Lord welcomed these questions in 1830, and He welcomes our questions today. “Whatsoever ye shall ask in faith,” He told the Saints, “being united in prayer according to my command, ye shall receive” (Doctrine and Covenants 29:6). In fact, as the doctrinally rich revelation in Doctrine and Covenants 29 shows, the Lord sometimes responds to our questions by giving us truth and knowledge far beyond what we ask."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Revelation was still a relatively new concept for the Saints as the Restoration continued to unfold. Early Church members knew that the Prophet Joseph Smith could receive revelation for the Church. But could others? Questions like this became critical when Hiram Page, one of the Eight Witnesses of the gold plates, believed he had received revelations for the Church. Many faithful Saints believed that these revelations were from God. The Lord responded by teaching that in His Church “all things must be done in order” (Doctrine and Covenants 28:13). This meant having only one person “appointed to receive commandments and revelations” for the entire Church (Doctrine and Covenants 28:2). Others, however, could receive personal revelation for their part in the Lord’s work. In fact, the Lord’s words to Oliver Cowdery are a reminder to all of us: “It shall be given thee … what thou shalt do” (Doctrine and Covenants 28:15)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"For most people, being baptized is a reverent, peaceful experience. The baptism of Emma Smith and others, however, was disrupted by a mob who mocked them, threatened them, and forced them to flee. Later, just as Joseph was about to confirm the new members, he was arrested for upsetting the community with his preaching. In all this opposition, how could Emma find reassurance that she was doing the right thing? The same place we can all find it—through revelation from the Lord. He spoke to Emma about “the things of a better [world]”—His kingdom—and her place in it. He told her not to fear, to “lift up [her] heart and rejoice,” and to “cleave unto the covenants [she had] made.” And these words of encouragement and counsel are His “voice unto all”."
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From Come Follow Me:
"The Savior’s work of bringing forth the Book of Mormon was now complete. But His work of Restoration had just started. In addition to restoring doctrine and priesthood authority, the Lord had made it clear through earlier revelations that He also wanted to restore a formal organization—His Church (see Doctrine and Covenants 10:53; 18:5). On April 6, 1830, more than 40 believers crowded into the Whitmer family’s log home in Fayette, New York, to witness the organization of the Church of Jesus Christ.
Some people wonder why an organized Church is necessary. The answer may be found, at least in part, in the revelations connected with that first Church meeting in 1830. They describe blessings that would not have been possible if the true Church of Jesus Christ had not been “regularly organized and established” in the latter days (Doctrine and Covenants 20:1)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"It took Martin and Lucy Harris years to acquire one of the finest farms in Palmyra, New York. But in 1829 it became clear that the Book of Mormon could be published only if Martin mortgaged his farm to pay the printer. Martin had a testimony of the Book of Mormon, but Lucy did not. If Martin went forward with the mortgage and the Book of Mormon did not sell well, he would lose his farm, put his marriage at risk, and damage his reputation in the community. Although our circumstances are different from Martin’s, at some time or another we all face difficult questions like those he faced: What is the gospel of Jesus Christ worth to me? What am I willing to sacrifice to help build God’s kingdom? Martin Harris ultimately decided that he would mortgage his farm so the first 5,000 copies of the Book of Mormon could be printed. But even this sacrifice—and any sacrifice we might make—is small compared to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, “the greatest of all” (Doctrine and Covenants 19:18), who bled from every pore to save the repentant."
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From Come Follow Me:
"There are many different ways to try to measure a person’s worth. Talent, education, wealth, and physical appearance can all affect how we evaluate each other—and ourselves. But in God’s eyes, our worth is a much simpler matter, and it is stated clearly in Doctrine and Covenants 18: “Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God” (verse 10). This simple truth explains so much of what God does and why He does it. Why did He instruct Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery to establish the Church of Jesus Christ in our day? (see verses 1–5). Because the worth of souls is great. Why does He “command all men everywhere to repent” and send Apostles to preach repentance? (verse 9). Because the worth of souls is great. And why did Jesus Christ suffer “death in the flesh” and “the pain of all men”? (verse 11). Because the worth of souls is great. If even one of these souls chooses to accept the Savior’s gift, He rejoices, for “great is his joy in the soul that repenteth” (verse 13)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Most people around the world have probably never heard of Harmony, Pennsylvania. The Lord often chooses humble places for the most significant events in His kingdom. In a wooded area near Harmony on May 15, 1829, John the Baptist appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery. He placed his hands on their heads and conferred the Aaronic Priesthood upon them, calling them “my fellow servants” (Doctrine and Covenants 13:1).
John the Baptist was the trusted servant of God who baptized the Savior and prepared the way for His coming (see Matthew 3:1–6, 13–17). To these two young men in their twenties, it must have been humbling, perhaps even overwhelming, to be called John’s fellow servants. At the time, Joseph and Oliver were relatively unknown, much as Harmony was. But service in God’s work has always been about how we serve, not about who notices. However small or unseen your contribution may seem at times, you too are a fellow servant in the Lord’s “great and marvelous work” (Doctrine and Covenants 14:1)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"As the translation of the Book of Mormon continued, a question came up: What should Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery do about those lost pages of the translation? It might make sense to retranslate that portion, but the Lord saw something they could not: their enemies were planning to alter the words on those pages to cast doubt on Joseph’s inspired work. God had a plan to avoid that problem and keep the work moving forward. Thousands of years earlier, God inspired Nephi to write a second record that covered the same time period “for a wise purpose in Him” (1 Nephi 9:5).
“My wisdom,” the Lord said to Joseph, “is greater than the cunning of the devil” (Doctrine and Covenants 10:43). That’s a reassuring message in a day like ours, when the adversary is intensifying his efforts to weaken faith. Like Joseph, we can be “faithful and continue on” in the work God has called us to do (verse 3). Then we will find that He has already provided a way so that “the gates of hell shall not prevail” against us (verse 69)."
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Join us this week on our Linger Longer where we discuss attending stake conference. Let us know your thoughts.
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From Come Follow Me:
"In the fall of 1828, a young schoolteacher named Oliver Cowdery took a teaching job in Manchester, New York, and stayed with the family of Lucy and Joseph Smith Sr. Oliver had heard about their son Joseph and his remarkable experiences, and Oliver, who considered himself a seeker of truth, wanted to know more. The Smiths described visits from angels, an ancient record, and the gift to translate by the power of God. Oliver was fascinated. Could it be true? Lucy and Joseph Sr. gave him advice that applies to anyone seeking truth: pray and ask the Lord.
Oliver did, and the Lord answered, speaking “peace to [his] mind” (Doctrine and Covenants 6:23). Revelation, Oliver discovered, isn’t just for prophets like Joseph Smith. It’s for anyone who wants it and seeks it diligently. Oliver still had a lot to learn, but he knew enough to take his next step. He knew the Lord was doing something important through Joseph Smith, and Oliver wanted to be part of it."
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Join us on this linger longer as we discuss the highlights of the inauguration, some of the executive orders and what the future of America looks like.
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From Come Follow Me:
"During his first few years as the Lord’s prophet, Joseph Smith didn’t yet know everything about the “marvelous work” he had been called to do. But one thing his early experiences taught him was that to do God’s work, his eye must be “single to the glory of God” (Doctrine and Covenants 4:1, 5). For example, if the Lord counseled him to do something he wasn’t sure he wanted to do, he needed to follow the Lord’s counsel. And even if he had “many revelations, and … power to do many mighty works,” if he felt that what he wanted was more important than God’s will, he “must fall” (Doctrine and Covenants 3:4). But Joseph learned something else just as important about doing God’s work: “God is merciful,” and if Joseph sincerely repented, he was “still chosen” (verse 10). God’s work is, after all, a work of redemption. And that work “cannot be frustrated” (verse 1)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"It had been three years since God the Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, appeared to Joseph Smith in the grove, and Joseph hadn’t received any additional revelations since then. He began to wonder whether the Lord was displeased with him. Like all of us, he had made mistakes, and he felt condemned by them. Yet God still had a work for him to do. And the work Joseph was called to do is connected to what God asks of us. Joseph would bring forth the Book of Mormon; we are invited to share its message. Joseph would receive priesthood keys to turn the hearts of the children to their fathers; we can now receive ordinances for our ancestors in temples. Joseph was told of prophecies that would soon be fulfilled; we are called to help fulfill these prophecies. As we take part in God’s work, we can expect to face opposition and even persecution, just as the Prophet did. But we can also have faith that the Lord will make us instruments in His hands, just as He did for Joseph."
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From Come Follow Me:
"You might say the Doctrine and Covenants is a book of answers to prayers: many of the sacred revelations in this book came in response to questions. The question that began it all—the one that sparked the latter-day outpouring of revelation—was asked by a 14-year-old boy. A “war of words and tumult of opinions” (Joseph Smith—History 1:10) had left Joseph Smith confused about religion and his relationship with God. Perhaps you can relate to that. We find many conflicting ideas and persuasive voices in our day. When we want to sort through these messages and find truth, we can do what Joseph did. We can ask questions, study the scriptures, ponder, and ultimately ask God. In response to Joseph’s prayer, a pillar of light descended from heaven. God the Father and Jesus Christ appeared and answered his questions. Joseph’s testimony of that miraculous experience boldly declares that anyone “who [lacks] wisdom might ask of God, and obtain” (Joseph Smith—History 1:26). We can all receive, if not a heavenly vision, at least a clearer vision, illuminated by heavenly light."
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From Come Follow Me:
"In November 1831, the restored Church of Jesus Christ was just a year and a half old. Though growing, it was still a little-known group of believers living in relatively small towns, led by a prophet in his mid-twenties. But God considered these believers to be His servants and His messengers, and He wanted the revelations He had given them to be published to the world.
Doctrine and Covenants section 1 is the Lord’s preface, or introduction, to these revelations. It clearly shows that even though the membership of the Church was small, there was nothing small about the message God wanted His Saints to share. It is a “voice of warning” for all “the inhabitants of the earth,” teaching them to repent and establish God’s “everlasting covenant” (verses 4, 8, 22). The servants carrying this message are “the weak and the simple.” But humble servants are just what God calls for—then and now—to bring His Church “out of obscurity and out of darkness” (verses 23, 30)."
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On this episode of Linger Longer, we discuss Elder David A. Bednar's prophetic warning on AI, as well as how it can be used for good. #ai #artificialintelligence
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From Come Follow Me:
"From Nephi to Moroni, every Book of Mormon prophet was committed to the sacred purpose summarized on the book’s title page: “the convincing of [all people] that Jesus is the Christ.” One prophet saw Him as a premortal spirit, and another saw His mortal ministry in a vision. One stood on a wall to proclaim the signs of His birth and His death, and another knelt before His resurrected body, touching the wounds in His hands, feet, and side. All of them knew this essential truth: “There is no other way nor means whereby man can be saved, only through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, who … cometh to redeem the world” (Helaman 5:9).
So during this Christmas season, as believers around the world celebrate the goodness and love of God in sending His Son, ponder how the Book of Mormon has strengthened your faith in Christ. As you think about His birth, ponder why He came and how His coming has changed your life. Then you can experience the true joy of Christmas—the gift that Jesus Christ gives to you."
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The Book of Mormon opens with Nephi’s promise to show us that “the tender mercies of the Lord are over all those whom he hath chosen, because of their faith” (1 Nephi 1:20). The book closes with a parallel invitation from Moroni: “Remember how merciful the Lord hath been” (Moroni 10:2–3). What examples of the Lord’s mercy have you seen in the Book of Mormon? You might think of the merciful way God led Lehi’s family through the wilderness and across the great waters, the tender mercies He showed to Enos when his soul hungered for forgiveness, or the mercy He showed to Alma, a bitter enemy of the Church who became one of its fearless defenders. Or your thoughts might turn to the mercy the resurrected Savior showed to the people when He healed their sick and blessed their little children. Perhaps most important, all of this can remind you of “how merciful the Lord hath been” to you, for the Book of Mormon was written to invite each of us to receive God’s mercy—an invitation expressed simply in Moroni’s farewell words, “Come unto Christ, and be perfected in him” (Moroni 10:32).
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From Come Follow me:
"Before Moroni concluded the record we know today as the Book of Mormon with his own final words, he shared three messages from his father, Mormon: an address to “the peaceable followers of Christ” (Moroni 7:3) and two letters that Mormon had written to Moroni. Perhaps Moroni included these messages in the Book of Mormon because he foresaw similarities between the perils of his day and ours. When these words were written, the Nephite people were turning away from the Savior. Many of them had “lost their love, one towards another” and delighted in “everything save that which is good” (Moroni 9:5, 19). And yet Mormon still found cause for hope, teaching us that hope does not mean ignoring or being naive about the world’s problems. Hope means having faith in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, whose power is greater and more everlasting than these problems. It means “lay[ing] hold upon every good thing” (Moroni 7:19). It means letting the Atonement of Jesus Christ “and the hope of his glory and of eternal life, rest in your mind” (Moroni 9:25)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"After finishing his father’s record of the Nephites and abridging the record of the Jaredites, Moroni thought that his record-keeping work was done (see Moroni 1:1). What more was there to say about two nations that were utterly destroyed? But Moroni had seen our times (see Mormon 8:35), and he was inspired to “write a few more things, that perhaps they may be of worth … in some future day” (Moroni 1:4). He knew that widespread apostasy was coming, bringing with it confusion about priesthood ordinances and about religion in general. This may be why he gave clarifying details about the sacrament, baptism, conferring the gift of the Holy Ghost, and the blessings of gathering with fellow believers to “keep [each other] in the right way, … relying alone upon the merits of Christ, who was the author and the finisher of [our] faith” (Moroni 6:4). Precious insights like these give us reason to be thankful that the Lord preserved Moroni’s life so he could “write a few more things” (Moroni 1:4)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Ether’s prophecies to the Jaredites were “great and marvelous” (Ether 12:5). He “told them of all things, from the beginning of man” (Ether 13:2). He foresaw “the days of Christ” and the latter-day New Jerusalem (Ether 13:4). And he spoke of “hope for a better world, yea, even a place at the right hand of God” (Ether 12:4). But the Jaredites rejected his words, for the same reason people often reject the prophecies of God’s servants today—“because they [see] them not” (Ether 12:5). It takes faith to believe in promises or warnings about things we can’t see, just as it took faith for Ether to prophesy of “great and marvelous things” to an unbelieving people. It took faith for Moroni to trust that the Lord could take his “weakness in writing” and turn it into strength (see Ether 12:23–27). It’s this kind of faith that makes us “sure and steadfast, always abounding in good works, being led to glorify God” (Ether 12:4). And it’s this kind of faith by which “all things are fulfilled” (Ether 12:3)."
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This week's linger-longer discussion covered everything from Trump's new cabinet picks, to raising righteous children in troubled times, to Jeffrey R. Holland's boldness in preaching the gospel! If we help our children build a strong foundation built on the rock of Jesus Christ, they will have the strength to face any spiritual foes in this life, no matter how outnumbered they may feel.
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'DOWN WITH HIM!' cried false Sextus,
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'Now YIELD THEE', cried Lars Porsena,
'Now yield thee to our grace!'"
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From Come Follow Me:
"Hundreds of years after the Jaredites were destroyed, the Nephites discovered the ruins of their ancient civilization. Among these ruins was a mysterious record—plates of “pure gold” that were “filled with engravings,” and the Nephites “were desirous beyond measure” to read it (Mosiah 8:9; 28:12). Today you have an abridgment of this record, and it’s called the book of Ether. When the Nephites read it, “they were filled with sorrow” to learn of the tragic fall of the Jaredites. “Nevertheless it gave them much knowledge, in the which they did rejoice” (Mosiah 28:18). You, too, may find sorrowful moments in this book. But you can also rejoice in this gift of knowledge. As Moroni wrote, “it is wisdom in God that these things should be shown unto you … that evil may be done away, and that the time may come that Satan may have no power upon the hearts of the children of men” (Ether 8:23, 26)."
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What else could we possibly talk about this week?!?
The election is over. Donald Trump has won by a landslide.
The Republicans have the House and the Senate.
What does this mean for the US over the next four years?
Are you fearful, or hopeful?
Challenge: Write down your thoughts about what you expect to happen over the next four years. Save it, or share it to social media; then look back at it four years from now, and see how accurate your predictions were.
2 Timothy 1:7
"For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Moroni knew what it felt like to be alone in a wicked world—especially after his father died in battle and the Nephites were destroyed. “I even remain alone,” he wrote. “I have not friends nor whither to go” (Mormon 8:3, 5). While it is true that God’s ways are higher than ours and we should always submit to His will, He also encourages us to think and act for ourselves. That’s one lesson Jared and his brother learned. For example, the idea of traveling to a new land that was “choice above all the earth” seemed to start with Jared, and the Lord granted the request, saying to the brother of Jared, “Thus I will do unto thee because this long time ye have cried unto me” (see Ether 1:38–43). And when the brother of Jared needed light inside the barges that would carry them to their promised land, the Lord asked a question that we usually ask Him: “What will ye that I should do?” (Ether 2:23). He wants to hear our thoughts and ideas, and He will listen and give His confirmation or counsel us otherwise. Sometimes the only thing separating us from the blessings we seek is our own “veil of unbelief,” and if we can “rend that veil” (Ether 4:15), we may be surprised by what the Lord is willing to do for us. may have seemed hopeless, but Moroni found hope in Jesus Christ and his testimony that “the eternal purposes of the Lord shall roll on” (Mormon 8:22). And Moroni knew that a key part of those eternal purposes would be the Book of Mormon—the record he was now diligently completing, the record that would one day bring many people “to the knowledge of Christ” (Mormon 8:16; 9:36). Moroni’s faith in these promises made it possible for him to declare to the future readers of this book, “I speak unto you as if ye were present,” and “I know that ye shall have my words” (Mormon 8:35; 9:30). Now we do have his words, and the Lord’s work is rolling forth, in part because Mormon and Moroni stayed true to their mission, even when they were alone."
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Lots of BIG THINGS happening this week!!
This Tuesday is election day in the US! Will it be Trump or Harris??
The whole world is watching... Whichever side you are on, this presidential election will be a historic event, and affect the course of world events!
The Tallahassee, FL temple of the Church of Jesus Christ is completed, and open house begins THIS WEEK! This is a major event for us down here in the south! The work of the Lord is moving forward!!
Jackson, Kenny, Rogue Bishop, and Average Joe also talk about parenting and what the prophets are saying this week! The Saints in the South crew definitely had a lot to say this week!
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From Come Follow Me:
"Moroni knew what it felt like to be alone in a wicked world—especially after his father died in battle and the Nephites were destroyed. “I even remain alone,” he wrote. “I have not friends nor whither to go” (Mormon 8:3, 5). Things may have seemed hopeless, but Moroni found hope in Jesus Christ and his testimony that “the eternal purposes of the Lord shall roll on” (Mormon 8:22). And Moroni knew that a key part of those eternal purposes would be the Book of Mormon—the record he was now diligently completing, the record that would one day bring many people “to the knowledge of Christ” (Mormon 8:16; 9:36). Moroni’s faith in these promises made it possible for him to declare to the future readers of this book, “I speak unto you as if ye were present,” and “I know that ye shall have my words” (Mormon 8:35; 9:30). Now we do have his words, and the Lord’s work is rolling forth, in part because Mormon and Moroni stayed true to their mission, even when they were alone."
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In the week's linger-longer, Michael, Joe, and Kenny talked about current issues, church news, and parenting! Some really interesting stuff, here!
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From Come Follow Me:
"Mormon spared us the “full account” of the “awful scene” of wickedness and bloodshed that he saw among the Nephites (Mormon 2:18; 5:8). But what he did record in Mormon 1–6 is enough to remind us how far people who were once righteous can fall. Amid such pervasive wickedness, no one could blame Mormon for becoming weary and even discouraged. Yet through all that he saw and experienced, he never lost his sense of God’s great mercy and his conviction that repentance is the way to receive it. And although Mormon’s own people rejected his pleading invitations to repent, he knew that he had a larger audience to persuade. “Behold,” he declared, “I write unto all the ends of the earth.” In other words, he wrote to you (see Mormon 3:17–20). And his message to you, today, is the same message that could have saved the Nephites in their day: “Believe the gospel of Jesus Christ. … Repent and prepare to stand before the judgment-seat of Christ” (Mormon 3:21–22)."
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In this week's linger-longer Kenny and Joe talked about a variety of things related to world news, parenting, and church news!
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From Come Follow Me:
"The teachings of Jesus Christ are much more than a beautiful philosophy to ponder. They are meant to inspire us to become like Him. The book of 4 Nephi shows just how completely the Savior’s gospel can change people. Following Jesus’s brief ministry, centuries of contention between the Nephites and Lamanites came to an end. Two nations known for dissension and pride became “one, the children of Christ” (4 Nephi 1:17), and they began to have “all things common among them” (4 Nephi 1:3). The “love of God … did dwell in the hearts of the people,” and “there could not be a happier people among all the people who had been created by the hand of God” (4 Nephi 1:15–16). This is how the Savior’s teachings changed the Nephites and the Lamanites. How are they changing you?"
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We've been dealing with quite a lot down here in the south recently. Hurricane Helene has caused destruction worse than anything we have seen here in the last century. As of the time of this episode posting many people are still without power. Some are still without water, and many are still without any kind of internet service (which makes uploading these videos quite difficult!)
Through it all, though, we are blessed. Even with the extensive damage to property, there was very little physical harm and very few deaths.
We want to thank all of you who have been praying for us, and we want to thank all the volunteers who have traveled from several hours away to help us with our recovery from this massive disaster.
We thank you, we appreciate you, and we love you.
Y'all keep on strivin'!
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From Come Follow Me:
"When you hear people use terms like house of Israel, do you feel like they’re talking about you? The Nephites and Lamanites were literal descendants of Israel, “a branch of the tree of Israel,” and yet they felt “lost from its body” (Alma 26:36; see also 1 Nephi 15:12). But the Savior wanted them to know that they were not lost to Him. “Ye are of the house of Israel,” He said, “and ye are of the covenant” (3 Nephi 20:25). He might say something similar to you today, for anyone who is baptized and makes covenants with Him is also of the house of Israel, “of the covenant.” In other words, when Jesus speaks of the house of Israel, He is talking about you. The instruction to bless “all the kindreds of the earth” is for you (3 Nephi 20:27). The invitation to “awake again, and put on thy strength” is for you (3 Nephi 20:36). And His precious promise, “My kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed,” is for you (3 Nephi 22:10)."
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From Come Follow Me:
“Behold, I am Jesus Christ, whom the prophets testified shall come into the world” (3 Nephi 11:10). With these words, the resurrected Savior introduced Himself, fulfilling over 600 years of Book of Mormon prophecies. “That appearance and that declaration,” Elder Jeffrey R. Holland wrote, “constituted the focal point, the supreme moment, in the entire history of the Book of Mormon. It was the manifestation and the decree that had informed and inspired every Nephite prophet. … Everyone had talked of him, sung of him, dreamed of him, and prayed for his appearance—but here he actually was. The day of days! The God who turns every dark night into morning light had arrived” (Christ and the New Covenant [1997], 250–51)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"In some ways, it was an exciting time to be a believer in Jesus Christ. Prophecies were being fulfilled—great signs and miracles among the people indicated that the Savior would soon be born. On the other hand, it was also an anxious time for believers because, in spite of all the miracles, unbelievers insisted that “the time was past” for the Savior to be born (3 Nephi 1:5). These people caused “a great uproar throughout the land” (3 Nephi 1:7) and even set a date to kill all the believers if the sign prophesied by Samuel the Lamanite—a night without darkness—did not appear.
In these difficult circumstances, the prophet Nephi “cried mightily to his God in behalf of his people” (3 Nephi 1:11). The Lord’s response is inspiring to anyone who faces persecution or doubt and needs to know that light will overcome darkness: “Lift up your head and be of good cheer; … I will fulfil all that which I have caused to be spoken by the mouth of my holy prophets” (3 Nephi 1:13)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"The first time Samuel the Lamanite tried to share “glad tidings” in Zarahemla (Helaman 13:7), he was rejected and cast out by the hard-hearted Nephites. You might say it was as if they had built an impenetrable wall around their hearts that prevented them from receiving Samuel’s message. Samuel understood the importance of the message he bore and demonstrated faith by following God’s commandment “that he should return again, and prophesy” (Helaman 13:3). Like Samuel, we all encounter walls as we “prepare the way of the Lord” (Helaman 14:9) and strive to follow His prophets. And like Samuel, we too bear witness of Jesus Christ, “who surely shall come,” and invite all to “believe on his name” (Helaman 13:6; 14:13). Not everyone will listen, and some may actively oppose us. But those who believe in this message with faith in Christ find that it truly is a message of “glad tidings of great joy” (Helaman 16:14)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Nephi’s father, Helaman, had urged his sons to “remember, remember.” He wanted them to remember their ancestors, remember the words of the prophets, and most of all, remember “our Redeemer, who is Christ” (see Helaman 5:5–14). It’s clear that Nephi did remember because this is the same message he declared years later “with unwearyingness” to the people (Helaman 10:4). “How could you have forgotten your God?” he asked (Helaman 7:20). All of Nephi’s efforts—preaching, praying, performing miracles, and petitioning God for a famine—were attempts to help the people turn to God and remember Him. In many ways, forgetting God is an even bigger problem than not knowing Him. And it’s easy to forget Him when our minds are distracted by “the vain things of this world” and clouded by sin (Helaman 7:21; see also Helaman 12:2). But, as Nephi’s ministry shows, it’s never too late to remember and “turn … unto the Lord your God” (Helaman 7:17)."
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There have been several recent updates to the General Handbook of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently. One of the most prominent issues addressed in these updates deals with members of the church who identify as transgender.
The Saints in the South crew planned to address topic this briefly during our weekly Come Follow Me episode, but it this one topic turned into an hour-long discussion! Turns out this is a pretty hot topic! What are your thoughts?? Regardless of how you look at it, this is definitely a complex issue...
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From Come Follow Me:
"The book of Helaman records both triumphs and tragedies among the Nephites and Lamanites. It begins with “a serious difficulty among the people of the Nephites” (Helaman 1:1), and the difficulties keep coming throughout the record. Here we read about political intrigue, bands of robbers, rejection of the prophets, and pride and disbelief throughout the land. But we also find examples like Nephi and Lehi and “the more humble part of the people,” who not only survived but thrived spiritually (Helaman 3:34). How did they do it? How did they stay strong while their civilization began to decline and fall apart? The same way any of us stay strong in the “mighty storm” the devil sends to “beat upon [us]”—by building our lives “upon the rock of our Redeemer, who is Christ, the Son of God, … a foundation whereon if men build they cannot fall” (Helaman 5:12)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"When compared with the Lamanite armies, Helaman’s “little army” (Alma 56:33) of young men shouldn’t have stood a chance. Besides being few in number, Helaman’s soldiers “were all … very young,” and “they never had fought” (Alma 56:46–47). In some ways, their situation might seem familiar to those of us who sometimes feel outnumbered and overwhelmed in our latter-day battle against Satan and the forces of evil in the world.
But the army of Helaman had some advantages over the Lamanites that had nothing to do with numbers or military skill. They chose Helaman, a prophet, to lead them (see Alma 53:19); “they had been taught by their mothers, that if they did not doubt, God would deliver them” (Alma 56:47); and they had “exceeding faith in that which they had been taught.” As a result, they were protected by “the miraculous power of God” (Alma 57:26). So when facing life’s battles, we can take courage. Helaman’s army teaches us that “there [is] a just God, and whosoever [does] not doubt, [will] be preserved by his marvelous power” (Alma 57:26)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"When we read these words at the beginning of Alma chapter 43—“And now I return to an account of the wars between the Nephites and the Lamanites”—it’s natural to wonder why Mormon included these war stories when he had limited space on the plates (see Words of Mormon 1:5). It’s true that we have our share of wars in the latter days, but there is value in his words beyond the descriptions of the strategy and tragedy of war. His words also prepare us for the war in which “we are all enlisted” (Hymns, no. 250), the war we are fighting each day against the forces of evil. This war is very real, and the outcome affects our eternal lives. Like the Nephites, we are inspired by a holy cause—“our God, our religion, and freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children”—what Moroni called “the cause of the Christians” (Alma 46:12, 16)."
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From Come Follow me:
"When someone we love has made a serious mistake, it can be hard to know how to respond. Part of what makes Alma 39–42 so valuable is that it reveals how Alma—a disciple of Christ who once had his own grievous sins to repent of—handled such a situation. Alma’s son Corianton had committed sexual sin, and Alma, as he had learned to do in his ministry, trusted the power of true doctrine to give his son an eternal perspective and encourage repentance (see Alma 4:19; 31:5). In these chapters, we observe Alma’s boldness in condemning sin and his tenderness and love for Corianton. And ultimately, we sense Alma’s confidence that the Savior “shall come to take away the sins of the world [and] declare glad tidings of salvation unto his people” (Alma 39:15). The fact that Corianton repented and eventually returned to the work of the ministry (see Alma 49:30) can give us hope for forgiveness and redemption when we are troubled about our own sins or the sins of someone we love (see Alma 42:29)."
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In this special episode, Jackson and Kenny got to sit down with Colton B. Miller, an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who has an amazing story to tell! Colton experienced a faith crisis and rebuilt his faith from the foundation up, struggled many years with a pornography addiction that he has successfuly overcome, and along the way has inadvertently become a strong defender of the gospel on social media!
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From Come Follow Me:
"When Alma saw wickedness around him, he felt deep “sorrow,” “tribulation,” and “anguish of soul” (Alma 8:14). “Wickedness among this people,” he said of the Zoramites, “doth pain my soul” (Alma 31:30). He felt something similar after returning from his mission to the Zoramites—he observed that the hearts of many of the Nephites “began to wax hard, and that they began to be offended because of the strictness of the word,” and this made his heart “exceedingly sorrowful” (Alma 35:15). What did Alma do about what he saw and felt? He didn’t simply become discouraged or cynical about the state of the world. Instead, “he caused that his sons should be gathered together” and taught them “things pertaining unto righteousness” (Alma 35:16). He taught them that “there is no other way or means whereby man can be saved, only in and through Christ. … Behold, he is the word of truth and righteousness” (Alma 38:9)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"For the Zoramites, prayer consisted of standing where all could see and repeating empty, self-satisfied words. The Zoramites lacked faith in Jesus Christ—even denied His existence—and persecuted the poor (see Alma 31:9–25). By contrast, Alma and Amulek taught that prayer has more to do with what happens in our hearts than on a public platform. And if we do not show compassion toward people in need, our prayer is “vain, and availeth … nothing” (Alma 34:28). Most important, we pray because we have faith in Jesus Christ, who offers redemption through His “infinite and eternal sacrifice” (Alma 34:10). Such faith, Alma explained, starts with humility and a “desire to believe” (Alma 32:27). Over time, with constant nourishment, the word of God takes root in our hearts until it becomes “a tree springing up unto everlasting life” (Alma 32:41)."
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From Come Follow Me:
The accounts in Alma 30–31 clearly demonstrate the power of words—for evil and for good. The “flattering” and “great swelling words” of a false teacher named Korihor threatened to bring “many souls down to destruction” (Alma 30:31, 47). Similarly, the teachings of a Nephite dissenter named Zoram led a whole group of people to fall “into great errors” and “pervert the ways of the Lord” (Alma 31:9, 11).
In contrast, Alma had unwavering faith that the word of God would have a “more powerful effect upon the minds of the people than the sword, or anything else” (Alma 31:5). Alma’s words expressed eternal truth and drew upon the powers of Jesus Christ to silence Korihor (see Alma 30:39–50), and they invited His blessing on those who went with him to bring the Zoramites back to the truth (see Alma 31:31–38). These are valuable examples for followers of Christ today when false messages are common. We can find truth by trusting, as Alma did, “the virtue of the word of God” (Alma 31:5).
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From Come Follow Me:
"Do you sometimes wonder whether people can really change? Maybe you worry about whether you can overcome poor choices you’ve made or bad habits you’ve developed, or you may have similar worries about loved ones. If so, the story of the Anti-Nephi-Lehies can help you. These people were the sworn enemies of the Nephites. When the sons of Mosiah decided to preach the gospel to them, the Nephites “laughed [them] to scorn.” Killing the Lamanites seemed like a more plausible solution than converting them. (See Alma 26:23–25.)
But the Lamanites did change—through the converting power of Jesus Christ. They were once known as “a hardened and a ferocious people” (Alma 17:14), but they became “distinguished for their zeal towards God” (Alma 27:27). In fact, they “never did fall away” (Alma 23:6).
Maybe you have some thoughts or actions to change or “weapons of … rebellion” to lay down (Alma 23:7). Or maybe you just need to be a little more zealous toward God. No matter what changes you need, Alma 23–29 can give you hope that through the atoning power of Jesus Christ, long-lasting change is possible."
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Heartfelt Praise: Embracing the Lord’s Love with Deborah Thayer McLain
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From Come Follow Me:
"Think of all the reasons people might give for not sharing the gospel: “I don’t know enough” or “I’m not sure they would be interested” or maybe “I’m afraid I’ll be rejected.” Maybe you’ve found yourself thinking similar things at times. The Nephites had an additional reason for not sharing the gospel with the Lamanites: they were described as “a wild and a hardened and a ferocious people; a people who delighted in murdering the Nephites” (Alma 17:14; see also Alma 26:23–25). But the sons of Mosiah had an even stronger reason why they felt they must share the gospel with the Lamanites: “They were desirous that salvation should be declared to every creature, for they could not bear that any human soul should perish” (Mosiah 28:3). This love that inspired Ammon and his brothers can also inspire you to share the gospel with your family, friends, and acquaintances—even those who may not seem likely to accept it."
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From Come Follow me:
"In many ways, life in Ammonihah had been good for both Amulek and Zeezrom. Amulek was “a man of no small reputation,” with “many kindreds and friends” and “much riches” (Alma 10:4). Zeezrom was an expert lawyer who enjoyed “much business” (Alma 10:31). Then Alma arrived with an invitation to repent and “enter into the rest of the Lord” (Alma 13:16). For Amulek, Zeezrom, and others, accepting this invitation required sacrifice and even led to almost unbearable adversity.
But of course the story doesn’t end there. In Alma 13–16, we learn what ultimately happens to people who believe “in the power of Christ unto salvation” (Alma 15:6). Sometimes there’s deliverance, sometimes healing—and sometimes things don’t get any easier in life. But always, “the Lord receiveth [His people] up unto himself, in glory” (Alma 14:11). Always, the Lord grants “power, according to [our] faith … in Christ” (Alma 14:28). And always, that faith gives us “hope that [we] shall receive eternal life” (Alma 13:29). As you read these chapters, you can take comfort in these promises, and you may come to understand better what Alma meant when he spoke of entering into “the rest of the Lord” (Alma 13:16)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"God’s work will not fail. But our efforts to help with His work sometimes seem to fail—at least, we may not immediately see the outcomes we hope for. We might feel a little like Alma when he preached the gospel in Ammonihah—rejected, spit on, and cast out. Yet when an angel instructed him to go back and try again, Alma courageously “returned speedily” (Alma 8:18), and God prepared the way before him. Not only did He provide Alma with food to eat and a place to stay, but He also prepared Amulek, who became a fellow laborer, a fierce defender of the gospel, and a faithful friend. When we face setbacks and disappointments as we serve in the Lord’s kingdom, we can remember how God supported and led Alma, and we can trust that God will support and lead us too, even in difficult circumstances."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Alma did not know about today’s lifesaving heart transplant surgeries, which replace a damaged or diseased heart with a healthy one. But he knew about a more miraculous “change of heart” (Alma 5:26)—one in which the Savior gives us a newness of spiritual life, like being “born again” (see Alma 5:14, 49). Alma could see that this change of heart was exactly what many of the Nephites needed. Some were rich and others poor, some prideful and others humble, some persecutors and others afflicted by persecution (see Alma 4:6–15). But all of them needed to come unto Jesus Christ to be healed—just as we all do. Whether we are seeking to overcome pride or to endure afflictions, Alma’s message is the same: “Come and fear not” (Alma 7:15). Let the Savior change a hardened, sinful, or wounded heart into one that is humble, pure, and new."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Some might see King Mosiah’s proposal to replace kings with elected judges as merely wise political reform. But to the Nephites, especially those who lived under wicked King Noah, this change had spiritual significance too. They had seen how an unrighteous king had influenced his people, and they were “exceedingly anxious” to be free from such influence. This change would allow them to be responsible for their own righteousness and “answer for [their] own sins” (Mosiah 29:38).
Of course, the end of the reign of kings did not mean the end of problems in Nephite society. Cunning people like Nehor and Amlici promoted false ideas, nonbelievers persecuted the Saints, and many members of the Church became prideful and fell away. Yet “the humble followers of God” remained “steadfast and immovable” despite what happened around them (Alma 4:15; 1:25)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"After nearly three generations of living in separate lands, the Nephites were one people again. Limhi’s people, Alma’s people, and Mosiah’s people—even the people of Zarahemla, who were not descended from Nephi—were now all “numbered with the Nephites” (Mosiah 25:13). Many of them also wanted to become members of the Lord’s Church, as Alma’s people had. So all those who “were desirous to take upon them the name of Christ” were baptized, “and they were called the people of God” (Mosiah 25:23–24). After years of conflict and captivity, it seemed that the Nephites would finally enjoy a period of peace.
But before long, unbelievers began persecuting the Saints. What made this especially heartbreaking was that many of these unbelievers were the believers’ own children—the “rising generation” (Mosiah 26:1), including the sons of Mosiah and one son of Alma. The account tells of a miraculous visit of an angel. But the true miracle of this story is not just about angels appearing to wayward sons. Conversion is a miracle that, in one way or another, needs to happen in all of us."
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From Come Follow Me:
"The account of Alma and his people in Mosiah 18; 23–24 shows what it means to “come into the fold of God” (Mosiah 18:8). When Alma’s people were baptized, they made a covenant with God to “serve him and keep his commandments” (Mosiah 18:10). While this was a personal commitment with God, it also had to do with how they treated one another. Yes, the journey back to Heavenly Father is individual, and no one can keep our covenants for us, but that doesn’t mean we are alone. We need each other. As members of Christ’s Church, we covenant to serve God by helping and serving one another along the way, “bear[ing] one another’s burdens” (Mosiah 18:8–10). Alma’s people definitely had burdens to bear, just as we all do. And one way the Lord helps us “bear up [our] burdens with ease” (Mosiah 24:15) is by giving us a community of Saints who have promised to mourn with us and comfort us, just as we have promised to do for them."
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From Come Follow Me:
Large fires can start from a single spark. Abinadi was only one man testifying against a powerful king and his court. His words were rejected for the most part, and he was sentenced to death. Yet his testimony of Jesus Christ, who is the “light … that can never be darkened” (Mosiah 16:9), sparked something inside the young priest Alma. And that spark of conversion slowly grew as Alma brought many others to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. The flames that killed Abinadi eventually died out, but the fire of faith that his words created would have a lasting influence on the Nephites—and on people who read his words today. Most of us will never face quite what Abinadi did because of our testimonies, but we all have moments when following Jesus Christ is a test of our courage and faith. Perhaps studying Abinadi’s testimony will fan the flames of testimony and courage in your heart as well.
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From Come Follow Me:
"While King Mosiah’s people were enjoying “continual peace” in Zarahemla (Mosiah 7:1), their thoughts turned to another group of Nephites, who many years before had left to dwell in the land of Lehi-Nephi. Generations had passed, and Mosiah’s people had heard nothing from them. So, Mosiah asked Ammon to lead a search party to find the Nephites who had left. The search party found that these Nephites, “because of iniquity” (Mosiah 7:24), were in captivity to the Lamanites. But with the arrival of Ammon and his brethren, suddenly there was hope for deliverance.
Sometimes we’re like these captive Nephites, suffering because of our sins, wondering how we’ll ever find peace again. Sometimes we’re like Ammon, feeling prompted to reach out to others and eventually finding that our efforts have inspired them to “lift up [their] heads, and rejoice, and put [their] trust in God” (Mosiah 7:19). No matter our circumstances, we all need to repent and “turn to the Lord with full purpose of heart,” with faith that “he will … deliver [us]” (Mosiah 7:33)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Have you ever heard someone speak and felt inspired to change your life? Perhaps you decided, because of what you heard, to live a little differently—or even a lot differently. King Benjamin’s sermon was that kind of sermon, and the truths he taught had that kind of effect on the people who heard them. King Benjamin shared with his people what an angel had taught him—that wonderful blessings were possible through “the atoning blood of Christ” (Mosiah 4:2). Because of His message, they changed their view of themselves (see Mosiah 4:2), the Spirit changed their desires (see Mosiah 5:2), and they covenanted with God that they would always do His will (see Mosiah 5:5). This is how King Benjamin’s words affected his people.
How will they affect you?"
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From Come Follow Me:
"When you hear the word king, you might think of crowns, servants, and thrones. In Mosiah 1–3, you will read about a different kind of king. Rather than living off the labors of his people, King Benjamin “labored with [his] own hands” (Mosiah 2:14). Instead of having others serve him, he served his people “with all the might, mind and strength which the Lord [had] granted unto [him]” (Mosiah 2:11). This king did not want his people to worship him; rather, he taught them to worship their Heavenly King, Jesus Christ. King Benjamin understood that it is “the Lord Omnipotent who reigneth” (Mosiah 3:5), who came “down from heaven” and went “forth amongst men, … that salvation might come unto the children of men even through faith on his name” (Mosiah 3:5, 9)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Although Enos went to the forest to hunt beasts to satisfy physical hunger, he ended up staying there all day and into the night because his “soul hungered.” This hunger led Enos to “raise [his] voice high that it reached the heavens.” He described this experience as a wrestle before God (see Enos 1:2–4). From Enos we learn that prayer is a sincere effort to draw near to God and seek to know His will. When you pray with this intent, you are more likely to discover, as Enos did, that God hears you and truly cares about you, your loved ones, and even your enemies (see Enos 1:4–17). When you know His will, you are better able to do His will. Like Mormon, you may “not know all things; but the Lord knoweth all things … ; wherefore, he worketh in [you] to do according to his will” (Words of Mormon 1:7)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"There are many, many people who haven’t yet heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. If you ever feel overwhelmed by the immensity of the task of gathering them into the Lord’s Church, what Jacob said about olive trees in Jacob 5 has a reassuring reminder: the vineyard belongs to the Lord. He has given each of us a small area to assist in His work—our family, our circle of friends, our sphere of influence. And sometimes the first person we help gather is ourselves. But we are never alone in this work, for the Lord of the vineyard labors alongside His servants (see Jacob 5:72). God knows and loves His children, and He will prepare a way for each of them to hear His gospel, even those who have rejected Him in the past (see Jacob 4:15–18). And then, when the work is done, all those who have been “diligent in laboring with [Him] … shall have joy with [Him] because of the fruit of [His] vineyard” (Jacob 5:75)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"The Nephites considered Nephi their “great protector” (see Jacob 1:10). He had also protected them against spiritual dangers, warning them against sin and urging them to come unto Christ. Now that task fell to Jacob, whom Nephi had consecrated to be a priest and teacher (see Jacob 1:18). Jacob felt a responsibility to boldly warn those who were “beginning to labor in sin” while also comforting “the wounded soul” of those who had been hurt by the sins of others (see Jacob 2:5–9). How would he do both? He would point them to Jesus Christ—because both groups needed the Savior’s healing (see Jacob 4). Like the message of Nephi before him, Jacob’s testimony was a call to “be reconciled unto [God] through the atonement of Christ” (Jacob 4:11)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"The ancient Apostles were bold in their testimonies of Jesus Christ and His Resurrection (see Acts 4:33). Millions of people believe in Jesus Christ and try to follow Him because of their words recorded in the Bible. Yet some people might wonder: If Jesus Christ is the Savior of the whole world, then why were His eyewitnesses limited to a handful of people in one small region?
The Book of Mormon stands as an additional, convincing witness that Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world, “manifesting himself unto all nations” (title page of the Book of Mormon) and offering salvation to all who come unto Him. In addition, this second witness also makes it clear what salvation means. This is why Nephi, Jacob, Mormon, and all the prophets labored so “diligently to engraven these words upon plates”—to declare to future generations that they too “knew of Christ, and … had a hope of his glory” (Jacob 4:3–4). This Easter season, reflect on the testimonies in the Book of Mormon that the Savior’s power is both universal and personal—redeeming the whole world and redeeming you."
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Join us this week on our Linger Longer. Michael Shares a discussion he had with his daughter about what she had been learning.
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From Come Follow Me:
"Among Nephi’s last recorded words, we find this declaration: “The Lord commanded me, and I must obey” (2 Nephi 33:15). This is a good summary of Nephi’s life. He tried to understand the will of God and courageously obeyed it—whether that meant risking his life to get the brass plates from Laban, building a boat and crossing the sea, or faithfully teaching the doctrine of Christ with plainness and power. Nephi could speak persuasively of the need to “press forward with a steadfastness in Christ,” of following the “strait and narrow path which leads to eternal life” (2 Nephi 31:20, 18), because that is the path he followed. He knew by experience that this path, though demanding at times, is also joyful, and that “there is none other way nor name given under heaven whereby man can be saved in the kingdom of God” (2 Nephi 31:21)."
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From Come Follow Me:
“I prophesy unto you concerning the last days,” Nephi wrote (2 Nephi 26:14). In other words, he was writing about our day. And there’s reason to be concerned about what he saw: people denying the power and miracles of God; widespread jealousy and conflict. But in addition to these latter-day “works of darkness” (2 Nephi 26:10, 22) led by the adversary, Nephi also spoke of “a marvelous work and a wonder” led by God Himself (2 Nephi 27:26). Central to that work would be a book—a book that exposes Satan’s lies and gathers the righteous. That book is the Book of Mormon, the marvelous work is the work of the Lord’s Church in the latter days, and the wonder is—at least in part—that God invites all of us, despite our weaknesses, to participate in the gathering."
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From Come Follow Me:
"The writings of Isaiah include strong warnings, but they also offer hope and joy. This is one reason Nephi included them in his record: “I write some of the words of Isaiah,” he said, “that whoso … shall see these words may lift up their hearts and rejoice” (2 Nephi 11:8). In a sense, the invitation to read Isaiah’s writings is an invitation to rejoice. You can take delight, as Nephi did, in Isaiah’s prophecies about the gathering of Israel, the coming of the Messiah, and the peace promised to the righteous. You can rejoice to live in the prophesied day when the Lord has “set up an ensign for the nations, and shall assemble the outcasts of Israel” (2 Nephi 21:12). When you thirst after righteousness, you can “with joy … draw water out of the wells of salvation” (2 Nephi 22:3). In other words, you can “rejoice in Christ” (2 Nephi 25:26)."
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In this weeks episode of Linger Longer we discuss what it means to stand in holy places and be not moved.
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From Come Follow Me:
Engraving on metal plates is not easy, and space on Nephi’s small plates was limited. So why would Nephi make the effort of copying so many of the writings of the prophet Isaiah into his record? He did it because he wanted us to believe in Jesus Christ. “My soul delighteth,” he wrote, “in proving unto my people the truth of the coming of Christ” (2 Nephi 11:4). Nephi had seen what would happen to his people in future generations. He saw that, despite their great blessings, they would become prideful, contentious, and worldly (see 1 Nephi 12; 15:4–6). He also saw similar problems in our day (see 1 Nephi 14). Isaiah’s writings warned against such wickedness. But they also gave Nephi hope for a glorious future—an end to wickedness, a gathering of the faithful, and “great light” for people who had “walked in darkness” (2 Nephi 19:2). All this would happen because “a child [was] born” who could end all strife—“The Prince of Peace” (2 Nephi 19:6).
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From Come Follow Me:
"It had been at least 40 years since Lehi’s family left Jerusalem. They were in a strange new land, half a world away from Jerusalem. Lehi had died, and his family had already started what would become a centuries-long contention between the Nephites—“who believed in the warnings and the revelations of God”—and the Lamanites, who did not (2 Nephi 5:6). Jacob, who was Nephi’s younger brother and was now ordained as a teacher for the Nephites, wanted the covenant people to know that God would never forget them, so they must never forget Him. This is a message we surely need today (see Doctrine and Covenants 1:15–16). “Let us remember him … for we are not cast off. … Great are the promises of the Lord,” Jacob declared (2 Nephi 10:20–21). Among these promises, none is greater than the promise of an “infinite atonement” to overcome death and hell (2 Nephi 9:7). “Therefore,” Jacob concluded, “cheer up your hearts”! (2 Nephi 10:23)."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Reading 1 Nephi, you might get the impression that Nephi was somehow larger than life. “Large in stature” both physically and spiritually (1 Nephi 2:16), he seemed unshaken by the trials he faced. Or at least that is what we might assume. While Nephi’s faith was remarkable, his tender words in 2 Nephi 4 reveal that even faithful people sometimes feel “wretched” and “easily beset” by temptations. Here we see someone who is trying, who wants to be joyful, but whose “heart groaneth because of [his] sins.” We can relate to this and to the hopeful determination that follows: “Nevertheless, I know in whom I have trusted” (see 2 Nephi 4:15–19).
While Nephi and his people learned to live “after the manner of happiness” (2 Nephi 5:27), they also learned that happiness does not come easily or without periods of sorrow. It ultimately comes from trusting the Lord, “the rock of [our] righteousness” (2 Nephi 4:35)."
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On this episode of Linger Longer, we dive deeper into a topic that is plaguing our children in and outside of the church. We reference two videos published by @thoughtfulfaith2020 and @CwicShow We discuss #Transgenderism at it's core. What is it? What is causing it? Why is it being pushed so hard? Is it a cult? Where does The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints stand on the matter? How are we supposed to handle this huge push? We see it infiltrating local congregations. As Greg Matsen with @CwicShow has stated, "it's coming to your ward" #lgbtq #transgender #secretcombination #cult
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Greg Matsen - https://youtu.be/26evOFf6mmo?si=jclkXyaAlHHlewQw
The prophets and apostles have a tough task at hand as they hold the doctrine of Christ as we know it to be true while extending Christ's love to those who want change.
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Jon and Jay Fullmer of the Fullmer Gems @brotherfullmer sit down with us to share how they got started, where their love of the scriptures come from, and where they are headed. Kenny has loved sharing some of their thoughts on our own podcast and so we thought, why not have them on the show!
These two brothers not only love the scriptures, The Lord, and the gospel, but they love each other. It's easy to see they enjoy each others company and make a great team in presenting "gems" they find in their study of the scriptures.
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From Come Follow Me:
"If you knew that your life was coming to an end, what final messages would you want to share with the people you love most? When the prophet Lehi felt he was nearing the end of his life, he gathered his family together one last time. He shared with them what Heavenly Father had revealed to him. He bore his testimony of the Messiah. He taught gospel truths he cherished to the people he cherished. He talked about liberty, obedience, the Fall of Adam and Eve, redemption through Jesus Christ, and joy. Not all of his children chose to live by what he taught—none of us can make these choices for our loved ones. But we can teach and testify of the Redeemer, who makes us “free to choose liberty and eternal life” (see 2 Nephi 2:26–27)."
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Welcome to our Linger Longer Episode. Latter-day Saints are famous for their linger longer after church. Well we have decided to apply this principle to our come follow me podcast. We hang around and talk a little more freely about different topics. Some are current events pertaining to politics, religion, morals, sports, news stories, cultural differences and challenges, etc.
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From Come Follow Me:
"As Lehi’s family journeyed toward the promised land, the Lord made them this promise: “I will prepare the way before you, if it so be that ye shall keep my commandments” (1 Nephi 17:13). Clearly, that promise did not mean that the journey would be easy—family members still disagreed, bows broke, people struggled and died, and they still had to build a ship from raw materials. However, when the family faced adversity or tasks that seemed impossible, Nephi recognized that the Lord was never far away. He knew that God “doth nourish [the faithful], and strengthen them, and provide means whereby they can accomplish the thing which he has commanded them” (1 Nephi 17:3). If you ever wonder why bad things happen to good people like Nephi and his family, you may find insights in these chapters. But perhaps more important, you will see what good people do when bad things happen."
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When God has monumental work for His prophet to do, He often gives that prophet a monumental vision. Moses, John, Lehi, and Joseph Smith all had visions like that—visions that expanded their minds and helped them see just how grand and awe-inspiring God’s work really is.
Nephi also had one of these life-changing visions. He saw the ministry of the Savior, the future of Lehi’s posterity in the promised land, and the latter-day destiny of God’s work. After this vision, Nephi was better prepared for the work that lay ahead. And reading about this vision can help prepare you too—for God also has work for you to do in His kingdom. You are among “the saints of the church of the Lamb” seen by Nephi, “who were scattered upon all the face of the earth; and they were armed with righteousness and with the power of God in great glory”.
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From Come Follow Me:
"Lehi’s dream—with its iron rod, mists of darkness, spacious building, and tree with “most sweet” fruit—is an inspiring invitation to receive the blessings of the Savior’s love and atoning sacrifice. For Lehi, however, this vision was also about his family: “Because of the thing which I have seen, I have reason to rejoice in the Lord because of Nephi and also of Sam. … But behold, Laman and Lemuel, I fear exceedingly because of you” (1 Nephi 8:3–4). When Lehi finished describing his vision, he pleaded with Laman and Lemuel to “hearken to his words, that perhaps the Lord would be merciful to them” (1 Nephi 8:37). Even if you have studied Lehi’s vision many times, this time think about it the way Lehi did—think of someone you love. As you do, the security of the iron rod, the dangers of the spacious building, and the sweetness of the fruit will take on new meaning. And you will understand more deeply “all the feeling of [the] tender parent” who received this remarkable vision."
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From Come Follow Me:
"The Book of Mormon begins with an account of a real family experiencing real struggles. It happened in 600 BC, but there are things about this account that might seem familiar to families today. This family was living in a world of wickedness, but the Lord promised them that if they would follow Him, He would lead them to safety. Along the way they had good moments and bad moments, great blessings and miracles, but they also had arguments and contention. Rarely in scripture is there such a detailed account of a family trying to live the gospel: parents struggling to inspire faith in their family and worrying about their safety, children deciding if they will believe their parents, and brothers dealing with jealousy and contention—and sometimes forgiving each other. Overall, there is power in this imperfect family’s examples of faith."
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From Come Follow Me:
"Before you even get to 1 Nephi chapter 1, you will notice that the Book of Mormon is no ordinary book. Its introductory pages describe a backstory unlike any other—including visits from angels, an ancient record buried for centuries in a hillside, and a young man translating the record by the power of God. The Book of Mormon is not just a history of ancient American civilizations. It seeks to convince all “that Jesus is the Christ” (title page of the Book of Mormon), and God Himself directed how it was written, preserved, and made available to us. This year, as you read the Book of Mormon, pray about it, and apply its teachings, you will invite the Savior’s power into your life. And you may feel moved to say, as the Three Witnesses did in their testimony, “It is marvelous in [my] eyes.”
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Meet Charlie Moore, Stacy Tyre, Shad Stormant, and Drake Stormant. All of which are now @ironmantriathlon - Troy Davis also completed the Ironman but was not able to make the podcast recording. On this episode, these men share their personal experiences including their struggles and victories. Join us for the next hour and 45 minutes and see if completing an Ironman is something you would want to take on yourself.
All of these men are men of God and great men of their communities. Lets celebrate their accomplishment!
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As you may recall, the book of Revelation begins with the Savior declaring Himself to be “the beginning and the ending” (Revelation 1:8). Fittingly, it ends with similar words: “I am … the beginning and the end” (Revelation 22:13). But what does that mean? The beginning and the end of what? The book of Revelation powerfully testifies that Jesus Christ is the beginning and end of everything—of the great, sweeping drama of human existence and salvation. He is “the Lamb slain from the foundation of the world” (Revelation 13:8). And He is the King of kings who brings an end to wickedness, sorrow, and even death itself and ushers in “a new heaven and a new earth” (Revelation 21:1).
Yet before this new heaven and new earth arrive, there is much for us to overcome: plagues, wars, rampant wickedness—all of which Revelation vividly describes. But Jesus Christ is with us during this part too. He is the “bright and morning star” that shines in the dark sky as a promise that dawn is coming soon (Revelation 22:16). And it is coming soon. He is coming. Even as He invites us, “Come unto me” (Matthew 11:28), He also comes to us. “I come quickly,” He declares. And with hope and faith that has been purified in the fires of latter-day adversity, we answer, “Even so, come, Lord Jesus” (Revelation 22:20).
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From Come Follow Me:
Why does the birth of a baby bring such great joy? Perhaps because a new baby can be a symbol of hope. There’s something about a brand-new life full of possibilities that invites us to ponder what life might hold for that child and what wonderful things he or she will accomplish. Never has this been truer than at the birth of the Son of God, Jesus Christ. Never has there been more hope placed in a child, and never has there been one born with so much promise.
When an angel invited shepherds to seek a newborn child in a manger, he also gave them a message about that child. It was a message of hope—that this baby had come to earth to fulfill a sacred mission. The shepherds made their message “known abroad … and all they that heard it wondered at those things which were told them by the shepherds. But Mary kept all these things, and pondered them in her heart” (Luke 2:17–19). Perhaps it would be good to follow Mary’s example this Christmas: to ponder in your heart the things you have learned about the Savior this year. How did He fulfill His mission of redemption in the accounts you have read? And more important, how has His mission changed your life? Then you might feel inspired to follow the example of the shepherds: how will you make it “known abroad” what Jesus Christ has done for you?
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Imagine a woman “travailing in birth, and pained to be delivered.” Now imagine “a great red dragon, having seven heads and ten horns” hovering over the woman, poised to “devour her child as soon as it was born” (Revelation 12:2–4). To understand these verses of John’s revelation, remember that these images represent the Church and kingdom of God and the peril they would face. For the Saints who experienced intense persecution in John’s day, victory over evil may not have seemed likely. This victory can also be hard to foresee in a day like ours, when the adversary is at “war with the saints” and has “power … over all kindreds, and tongues, and nations” (Revelation 13:7). But the end of John’s revelation gloriously shows that good will prevail over evil. Babylon will fall. And the Saints will come “out of great tribulation” with robes of white—not because their robes were never stained but because the Saints will “have washed their robes, and made them white in the blood of the Lamb” (Revelation 7:14).
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From Come Follow Me:
Have you ever struggled to express to others what you felt during a powerful spiritual experience? Everyday language can feel inadequate to describe spiritual feelings and impressions. Perhaps this is why John used such rich symbolism and imagery to describe his majestic revelation. He could have simply stated that he saw Jesus Christ, but to help us understand his experience, he described the Savior using words like these: “His eyes were as a flame of fire,” “out of his mouth went a sharp twoedged sword,” and “his countenance was as the sun shineth in his strength” (Revelation 1:14–16). As you read the book of Revelation, try to discover the messages John wanted you to learn and feel, even if you don’t understand the meaning behind every symbol. Why might he have compared Church congregations to candlesticks, Satan to a dragon, and Jesus Christ to a lamb? Ultimately, you don’t have to understand every symbol in Revelation to understand its important themes, including its most prominent theme: Jesus Christ and His followers will triumph over the kingdoms of men and of Satan.
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From Come Follow Me:
When John and Jude wrote their epistles, corrupt doctrine had already started leading many Saints into apostasy. Some false teachers were even questioning whether Jesus Christ had actually appeared “in the flesh” (see, for example, 1 John 4:1–3; 2 John 1:7). What could a Church leader do in such a situation? The Apostle John responded by sharing his personal witness of the Savior: “This is the testimony which we give of that which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life” (Joseph Smith Translation, 1 John 1:1 [in 1 John 1:1, footnote a]). And then John taught about love: God’s love for us and the love we should have for Him and all His children. After all, John was a witness of that, too. He had personally experienced the Savior’s love (see John 13:23; 20:2), and he wanted the Saints to feel that same love. John’s testimony and teachings on love are just as needed today, when faith in Jesus Christ is questioned and false teachings abound. Reading John’s epistles can help us face today’s adversities with courage, for “there is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear” (1 John 4:18).
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November 11th, 1998, four missionaries and one senior missionary serving for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints began a long trip to Las Vegas, NV from Elko, NV in a transfer van pulling a large luggage trailer. They anticipated a long but easy drive down to Las Vegas. During the night, snow had unexpectedly blanketed the ground. Nothing out of the ordinary for Northern Nevada this time of year. What they didn't realize is that it would have an impact on all of them and create a story to remember and tell for generations to come.
What is referred to as Missionary Miracle, a wreck that should have killed everyone involved, allowed for everyone come out alive and all walked away with the exception of Andrew Blamires. Andrew suffered the most traumatic of the injuries with compound fractures on both femurs.
Andrew exercised faith and courage to go through surgery and therapy and eventually make it back to finish his missionary service.
Jared Murray, Jason Barnum, and Jackson Howell share their personal experiences from the wreck while sharing excerpts from a personal account shared by President Richard B. Whitaker of what he experienced while sitting in the missionary transfer conference the day before the wreck.
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From Come Follow Me:
Shortly after His Resurrection, the Savior made a prophecy that must have been troubling to Peter. He foretold that Peter would be martyred for his faith, being carried “whither [he] wouldest not … , signifying by what death he should glorify God” (John 21:18–19). Years later, when Peter wrote his epistles, he knew that his prophesied martyrdom was near: “Shortly I must put off this my tabernacle, even as our Lord Jesus Christ hath shewed me” (2 Peter 1:14). And yet Peter’s words were not filled with fear or pessimism. Instead, he taught the Saints to “greatly rejoice,” even though they were “in heaviness through manifold temptations.” He counseled them to remember that “the trial of [their] faith” would lead to “praise and honour and glory at the appearing of Jesus Christ” and to “the salvation of [their] souls” (1 Peter 1:6–7, 9). Peter’s faith must have been comforting to those early Saints, as it is encouraging to Saints today, who are also “partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, [we] may be glad also with exceeding joy” (1 Peter 4:13).
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From Come Follow Me:
Sometimes just one verse of scripture can change the world. James 1:5 seems like a simple bit of counsel—if you need wisdom, ask God. But when 14-year-old Joseph Smith read that verse, “it seemed to enter with great force into every feeling of [his] heart” (Joseph Smith—History 1:12). Thus inspired, Joseph acted on James’s admonition and sought wisdom from God through prayer. And God did indeed give liberally, giving Joseph one of the most remarkable heavenly visitations in human history—the First Vision. This vision changed the course of Joseph’s life and led to the Restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ on the earth. All of us are blessed today because Joseph Smith read and acted on James 1:5.
What will you find as you study the Epistle of James? Perhaps a verse or two will change you or someone you love. You may find guidance as you seek to fulfill your mission in life. You may find encouragement to speak kindly or to be more patient. You may feel prompted to make your actions align better with your faith. Whatever inspires you, let these words “enter … into every feeling of [your] heart.” And then, when you “receive with meekness the … word,” as James wrote, be a doer of the word, not a hearer only (see James 1:21–22).
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Even faithful Saints at times suffer “reproaches and afflictions” that can shake their confidence (see Hebrews 10:32–38). Paul knew that Jewish converts to Christianity were experiencing severe persecution because of their new faith. To encourage them to stay true to their testimonies, he reminded them of the long tradition of faithful believers from their own history: Abel, Enoch, Noah, Abraham, Sara, Joseph, Moses—“a cloud of witnesses” that God’s promises are real and worth waiting for (see Hebrews 11; 12:1). This tradition is yours too. It’s a heritage of faith shared by all those who look “unto Jesus [as] the author and finisher of our faith” (Hebrews 12:2). Because of Him, whenever adversity makes us want to “draw back,” we can instead “draw near with a true heart in full assurance of faith” (Hebrews 10:22, 38). For us, as for the ancient Saints, Jesus Christ is our “high priest of good things to come” (Hebrews 9:11).
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Each of us has to give up something in order to accept the gospel of Jesus Christ—bad habits, incorrect beliefs, unwholesome associations, or something else. For Gentiles in the early Christian Church, conversion often meant abandoning false gods. For the Hebrews (or Jews), conversion proved to be, if not more difficult, a little more complicated. After all, their cherished beliefs and traditions were rooted in the worship of the true God and the teachings of His prophets, extending back thousands of years. Yet the Apostles taught that the law of Moses had been fulfilled in Jesus Christ and that a higher law was now the standard for believers. Would accepting Christianity mean that the Hebrews must give up their earlier beliefs and history? The Epistle to the Hebrews sought to help settle such questions by teaching that the law of Moses, the prophets, and the ordinances are all important, but Jesus Christ is greater (see Hebrews 1:1–4; 3:1–6; 7:23–28). In fact, all these things point to and testify of Christ as the Son of God and the promised Messiah the Jews had been waiting for.
Conversion, in those early days and today, means making Jesus Christ the center of our worship and our lives. It means holding fast to truth and letting go of that which distracts us from Him, for He is the “author of eternal salvation unto all them that obey him” (Hebrews 5:9).
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In the epistles Paul wrote to Timothy, Titus, and Philemon, we get a glimpse into the heart of a servant of the Lord. Unlike Paul’s other epistles to entire congregations, these were written to individuals—Paul’s close friends and associates in God’s work—and reading them is like listening in on a conversation. We see Paul encouraging Timothy and Titus, two leaders of congregations, in their Church service. We see him entreating his friend Philemon to reconcile with a fellow Saint and treat him like a brother in the gospel. Paul’s words were not addressed to us directly, and he may never have expected that so many people would one day read them. Yet we find in these epistles counsel and encouragement for us, whatever our personal ministry in the service of Christ might be.
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In Thessalonica, Paul and Silas were accused of having “turned the world upside down” (Acts 17:6). Their preaching angered certain leaders among the Jews, and these leaders stirred the people into an uproar (see Acts 17:1–10). As a result, Paul and Silas were advised to leave Thessalonica. Paul worried about the new Thessalonian converts and the persecution they were facing, but he was unable to return to visit them. “When I could no longer forbear,” he wrote, “I sent to know your faith.” In response, Paul’s assistant Timothy, who had been serving in Thessalonica, “brought us good tidings of your faith and charity” (1 Thessalonians 3:5–6). In fact, the Thessalonian Saints were known as examples “to all that believe” (1 Thessalonians 1:7), and news of their faith spread to cities abroad. Imagine Paul’s joy and relief to hear that his work among them “was not in vain” (1 Thessalonians 2:1). But Paul knew that faithfulness in the past is not sufficient for spiritual survival in the future, and he was wary of the influence of false teachers among the Saints (see 2 Thessalonians 2:2–3). His message to them, and to us, is to continue to “perfect that which is lacking in [our] faith” and to “increase more and more” in love (see 1 Thessalonians 3:10; 4:10).
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Paul wrote his epistles to the Philippians and Colossians while he was a prisoner in Rome. But these letters don’t have the tone you might expect from someone in prison. Paul spoke more about joy, rejoicing, and thanksgiving than he did about afflictions and trials: “Christ is preached,” he said, “and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice” (Philippians 1:18). And “though I be absent in the flesh, yet am I with you in the spirit, joying and beholding … the steadfastness of your faith in Christ” (Colossians 2:5). Certainly, “the peace of God” that Paul experienced in his difficult circumstances “passeth all understanding” (Philippians 4:7), but it was nonetheless a reality. In our own trials, we can feel this same peace and “rejoice in the Lord alway” (Philippians 4:4). We can, as Paul did, rely completely upon Jesus Christ, “in whom we have redemption” (Colossians 1:14). We can say, as did Paul, “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me” (Philippians 4:13; see also Colossians 1:11).
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When the gospel began to spread in Ephesus, it caused “no small stir” (Acts 19:23) among the Ephesians. Local craftsmen who produced shrines to a pagan goddess saw Christianity as a threat to their livelihood, and soon “they were full of wrath, … and the whole city was filled with confusion” (see Acts 19:27–29). Imagine being a new convert to the gospel in such a setting. Many Ephesians did accept and live the gospel amid this “uproar” (Acts 19:40), and Paul assured them that “Christ … is our peace” (Ephesians 2:13–14). These words, along with his invitation to “let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away” (Ephesians 4:31), seem as timely and comforting now as they were then. For the Ephesians, as for each of us, the strength to face adversity comes “in the Lord, and in the power of his might” (see Ephesians 6:10–13).
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The gospel of Jesus Christ offers freedom from spiritual bondage. But sometimes people who have experienced the freedom of the gospel turn away from it and “desire again to be in bondage” (Galatians 4:9). This is what some Galatian Saints were doing—they were turning away from the liberty Christ had offered them (see Galatians 1:6). Paul’s Epistle to the Galatians, then, was an urgent call to come back to “the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free” (Galatians 5:1). This call is one we also need to hear and heed because while circumstances change, the struggle between freedom and bondage is constant. As Paul taught, it’s not enough to be “called unto liberty” (Galatians 5:13); we must also “stand fast” in it (Galatians 5:1) by relying on Christ.
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"What would you do if you heard that a congregation of Saints in another area was struggling in poverty? This was the situation that Paul described to the Corinthian Saints in 2 Corinthians 8–9. He hoped to persuade the Corinthian Saints to donate some of their abundance to Saints in need. But beyond a request for donations, Paul’s words also contain profound truths about giving: “Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver” (2 Corinthians 9:7). In our day, there are still Saints throughout the world who are in need of help. Sometimes the most we can do for them is to fast and donate fast offerings. In other cases, our giving can be more direct and personal. Whatever forms our sacrifices take, it’s worth examining our motivations for giving. Are our sacrifices expressions of love? After all, it’s love that makes a giver cheerful."
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Sometimes, being a Church leader means having to say some difficult things. This was true in Paul’s day just as it is today. Apparently a previous letter from Paul to the Corinthian Saints included chastening and caused hurt feelings. In the letter that became 2 Corinthians, he tried to explain what had motivated his harsh words: “Out of much affliction and anguish of heart I wrote to you with many tears; not that ye should be grieved, but that ye might know the love which I have more abundantly unto you” (2 Corinthians 2:4). When you’re on the receiving end of some correction from a leader, it definitely helps to know that it is inspired by Christlike love. And even in those cases where it is not, if we’re willing to see others with the kind of love Paul felt, it’s easier to respond appropriately to any offenses. As Elder Jeffrey R. Holland counseled, “Be kind regarding human frailty—your own as well as that of those who serve with you in a Church led by volunteer, mortal men and women. Except in the case of His only perfect Begotten Son, imperfect people are all God has ever had to work with” (“Lord, I Believe,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2013, 94).
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Because the Church and its doctrines were relatively new in Corinth, it’s understandable that Corinthian Saints encountered confusion. Paul had previously taught them the fundamental truth of the gospel: “That Christ died for our sins … and that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day” (1 Corinthians 15:3–4). But some members soon began teaching that “there is no resurrection of the dead” (1 Corinthians 15:12). Paul implored them to “keep in memory” the truths they had been taught (1 Corinthians 15:2). When we encounter conflicting opinions about gospel truths, it is good to remember that “God is not the author of confusion, but of peace” (1 Corinthians 14:33). Listening to the Lord’s appointed servants and holding to the simple truths they repeatedly teach can help us find peace and “stand fast in the faith” (1 Corinthians 16:13).
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In Paul’s time, Corinth was a wealthy trade center with residents from all over the Roman Empire. With so many different cultures and religions in the city, Church members in Corinth struggled to maintain unity, so Paul sought to help them find unity in their belief in Christ. This unity was to be more than just peaceful coexistence; Paul wasn’t asking them merely to tolerate each other’s differences. Rather, he taught that when you join the Church of Jesus Christ, you are “baptized into one body,” and every body part is needed (1 Corinthians 12:13). When one member is lost, it’s like losing a limb, and the body is weaker as a result. When one member suffers, we should all feel it and do our part to relieve it. In this kind of unity, differences are not just acknowledged but cherished, because without members of diverse gifts and abilities, the body would be limited. So whether you feel like you’ve always been at home in the Church or find yourself wondering if you truly belong, Paul’s message to you is that unity is not sameness. You need your fellow Saints, and your fellow Saints need you.
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As he opened his epistle to the Romans, Paul greeted Church members by calling them “beloved of God” who were “called to be saints.” He remarked that their “faith [was] spoken of throughout the whole world” (Romans 1:7–8). Even though Paul spent much of his epistle correcting false ideas and flawed behaviors, it seems he also wanted to assure these new Christian converts that they truly were Saints who were beloved of God. His tender counsel blesses all of us who struggle to feel God’s love and for whom becoming a Saint may feel out of reach. With humble empathy, Paul acknowledged that he had felt like a “wretched man” at times (Romans 7:24), but the gospel of Jesus Christ had given him power to overcome sin (see Joseph Smith Translation, Romans 7:22–27 [in the Bible appendix]). With that power, the Savior’s redeeming power, we can “overcome evil”—both evil in the world and evil in ourselves—“with good” (Romans 12:21).
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By the time Paul wrote his epistle to Roman Church members, who were a diverse group of Jews and Gentiles, the Church of Jesus Christ had grown far beyond a small band of believers from Galilee. About 20 years after the Savior’s Resurrection, there were congregations of Christians almost everywhere the Apostles could reasonably travel—including Rome, the capital of a powerful empire. Still, compared to the vastness of the Roman empire, the Church was small and often the object of persecution. In such conditions, some might feel “ashamed of the gospel of Christ”—but, of course, not Paul. He knew and testified that true power, “the power of God unto salvation,” is found in the gospel of Jesus Christ (Romans 1:16).
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“When we are on the Lord’s errand,” President Thomas S. Monson promised, “we are entitled to the Lord’s help” (“To Learn, to Do, to Be,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2008, 62). We are not entitled, however, to a smooth road and an endless stream of successes. For proof of this, we need look no further than Paul the Apostle. His errand from the Savior was “to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel” (Acts 9:15). In chapters 22–28 of Acts, we see Paul fulfilling this errand and facing great opposition—chains, imprisonment, physical abuse, a shipwreck, and even a snake attack. But we also see that Jesus “stood by him, and said, Be of good cheer, Paul” (Acts 23:11). Paul’s experiences are an inspiring reminder that the Lord’s call to “declare [His] gospel with the sound of rejoicing” comes with this promise: “Lift up your hearts and be glad, for I am in your midst” (Doctrine and Covenants 29:4–5; see also Matthew 28:19–20).
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Among the Lord’s final words to His Apostles was the commandment “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:19–20). While the Apostles didn’t quite make it to all nations, Acts 16–21 does show that Paul and his companions did make remarkable progress in establishing the Church. They taught, baptized, and conferred the gift of the Holy Ghost. They performed miracles, even raising a man from the dead, and foretold the Great Apostasy (Acts 20:7–12, 28–31). And the work they started continues with living Apostles today, along with devoted disciples like you, who are helping fulfill the Savior’s commission in ways Paul never could have imagined. Perhaps you are aware of people who do not know their Heavenly Father or His gospel. Perhaps you have felt that your “spirit was stirred in [you]” to share with them what you know about Him (Acts 17:16). If you follow Paul’s example of humility and boldness in sharing the gospel, you may find someone “whose heart the Lord [has] opened” (Acts 16:14).
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During His mortal ministry, Jesus Christ often challenged people’s long-held traditions and beliefs. This didn’t stop after He ascended into heaven, as He continued to guide His Church by revelation. For example, during Jesus’s life His disciples preached the gospel only to fellow Jews. But soon after the Savior died and Peter became the leader of the Church on earth, Jesus Christ revealed to Peter that the time was right for the gospel to be preached to non-Jews. The idea of sharing the gospel with Gentiles doesn’t seem surprising today, so what’s the lesson in this account for us? Perhaps one lesson is that in both the ancient and modern Church, a loving Savior guides His chosen leaders (see Amos 3:7; Doctrine and Covenants 1:38). Continuing revelation is a vital sign of the true and living Church of Jesus Christ. Like Peter, we must be willing to accept continuing revelation and live “by every word of God” (Luke 4:4), including “all that [He] has revealed, all that He does now reveal,” and the “many great and important things” He will yet reveal “pertaining to the Kingdom of God” (Articles of Faith 1:9).
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If anyone seemed like an unlikely candidate for conversion, it was probably Saul—a Pharisee who had a reputation for persecuting Christians. So when the Lord told a disciple named Ananias to seek out Saul and offer him a blessing, Ananias was understandably hesitant. “Lord,” he said, “I have heard by many of this man, how much evil he hath done to thy saints” (Acts 9:13). But the Lord knew Saul’s heart and his potential, and He had a mission in mind for Saul: “He is a chosen vessel unto me, to bear my name before the Gentiles, and kings, and the children of Israel” (Acts 9:15). So Ananias obeyed, and when he found this former persecutor, he called him “Brother Saul” (Acts 9:17). If Saul could change so completely and Ananias could welcome him so freely, then should we ever consider anyone an unlikely candidate for change—including ourselves?
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Have you ever wondered what Peter might have been thinking and feeling when he, with the other Apostles, “looked steadfastly toward heaven” as Jesus ascended to His Father? (Acts 1:10). The Church that was founded by the Son of God was now in Peter’s care. The task of leading the effort to “teach all nations” now rested on him (Matthew 28:19). But if he felt inadequate or afraid, we don’t find any evidence of that in the book of Acts. What we do find are examples of fearless testimony and conversion, miraculous healings, spiritual manifestations, and significant growth for the Church. This was still the Savior’s Church, still led by Him. In fact, the book Acts of the Apostles could also be called the Acts of Jesus Christ through His Apostles. Guided by an outpouring of the Spirit, Peter was no longer the unlearned fisherman Jesus found on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Nor was he the distraught man who only weeks earlier was weeping bitterly because he had denied that he even knew Jesus of Nazareth.
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To many observers, the death of Jesus of Nazareth may have seemed like an ironic end to a remarkable life. Wasn’t this the man who raised Lazarus from the dead? Hadn’t He withstood the murderous threats from the Pharisees time after time? He had demonstrated power to heal blindness, leprosy, and palsy. The very winds and the seas obeyed Him. And yet here He was, hanging from a cross, declaring, “It is finished” (John 19:30). There may have been some sincere surprise in the mocking words “He saved others; himself he cannot save” (Matthew 27:42). But we know that Jesus’s death was not the end of the story. We know that the silence of the tomb was temporary and that Christ’s saving work was just beginning. He is found today not “among the dead” but among the living (Luke 24:5). His teachings would not be silenced, for His loyal disciples would preach the gospel in “all nations,” trusting His promise that He would be “with [them] alway, even unto the end of the world” (Matthew 28:19–20).
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In every word and deed, Jesus Christ exemplified pure love—what the Apostle Paul called charity (see 1 Corinthians 13). At no time was this more evident than during the final hours of the Savior’s mortal life. His dignified silence in the face of false accusations demonstrated that He “is not easily provoked” (1 Corinthians 13:5). His willingness to submit to scourging, mocking, and crucifixion—while restraining His power to end His torments—showed that He “suffereth long” and “beareth all things” (1 Corinthians 13:4, 7). His compassion toward His mother and His mercy toward His crucifiers—even during His own incomparable suffering—revealed that He “seeketh not [His] own” (1 Corinthians 13:5). In His final moments on earth, Jesus was doing what He had done throughout His mortal ministry—teaching us by showing us. Indeed, charity is “the pure love of Christ” (Moroni 7:47).
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There were only three mortal witnesses to Jesus Christ’s suffering in the Garden of Gethsemane—and they slept through much of it. In that garden and later on the cross, Jesus took upon Himself the sins, pains, and sufferings of every person who ever lived, although almost no one alive at that time knew what was happening. Eternity’s most important events often pass without much worldly attention. But God the Father knew. He heard the pleading of His faithful Son: “Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. And there appeared an angel unto him from heaven, strengthening him” (Luke 22:42–43). While we were not there to witness this act of selflessness and submission, we are witnesses of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Every time we repent and receive forgiveness of our sins, every time we feel the Savior’s strengthening power, we can testify of the reality of what happened in the Garden of Gethsemane.
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Today we call it the “Last Supper,” but we don’t know if Jesus’s disciples fully realized, when they gathered for the annual Passover feast, that this would be their last meal with their Master before His death. Jesus, however, “knew that his hour was come” (John 13:1). He would soon face the suffering of Gethsemane, the betrayal and denial of His closest friends, and an agonizing death on the cross. Yet even with all of this looming before Him, Jesus’s focus was not on Himself but on His disciples. What would they need to know in the days and years ahead? Jesus’s tender teachings in John 14–17 reveal how He feels about His disciples, then and now. Among the many comforting truths He shared was the reassurance that, in one sense, He will never leave us. “If ye keep my commandments,” He promised, “ye shall abide in my love” (John 15:10).
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The day before He died, Jesus gave His disciples something to remember Him by. He “took bread, and blessed it, and brake it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body. And he took the cup, and gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, Drink ye all of it; for this is my blood” (Matthew 26:26–28).
That happened about 2,000 years ago, in a place most of us will never see, in a language few of us can understand. But now, every Sunday in our own meeting places, priesthood holders, authorized to act in the name of Jesus Christ, do what He once did. They take bread and water, bless it, and give it to each of us, His disciples. It’s a simple act—can there be anything simpler, more fundamental, than eating bread and drinking water? But that bread and water are sacred to us because they help us remember Him. They’re our way of saying, “I’ll never forget Him”—not just, “I’ll never forget what I’ve read about His teachings and His life.” Rather, we are saying, “I’ll never forget what He did for me.” “I’ll never forget how He rescued me when I cried out for help.” And “I’ll never forget His commitment to me and my commitment to Him—the covenant we have made.”
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Join us this week as we have another conversation with Jacob Hansen of @thoughtfulfaith2020
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Our first conversation with Jacob.
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Jesus’s disciples must have found His prophecy startling: the mighty temple of Jerusalem, the spiritual and cultural center of the Jewish people, would be destroyed so utterly that “there [would] not be left … one stone upon another.” Naturally the disciples wanted to know more. “When shall these things be?” they asked. “And what is the sign of thy coming?” (Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:2–4). The Savior’s answers revealed that the great destruction coming to Jerusalem—a prophecy fulfilled in AD 70—would be relatively small compared to the signs of His coming in the last days. Things that seem even more stable than the temple in Jerusalem will prove to be temporary—the sun, the moon, the stars, the nations, and the sea. Even “the powers of heaven shall be shaken” (Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:33). If we are spiritually aware, this commotion can teach us to put our trust in something truly permanent. As Jesus promised, “Heaven and earth shall pass away; yet my words shall not pass away. … And whoso treasureth up my word, shall not be deceived” (Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:35, 37).
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The Savior was hungry after traveling from Bethany to Jerusalem, and a fig tree in the distance looked like a source of food. But as Jesus approached the tree, He found that it bore no fruit (see Matthew 21:17–20; Mark 11:12–14, 20). In a way, the fig tree was like the hypocritical religious leaders in Jerusalem: their empty teachings and outward demonstrations of holiness gave no spiritual nourishment. The Pharisees and scribes appeared to keep many commandments yet missed the two greatest commandments: to love God and to love thy neighbor as thyself (see Matthew 22:34–40; 23:23).
In contrast, many people had begun to recognize good fruit in Jesus’s teachings. When He arrived at Jerusalem, they welcomed Him with branches cut from trees to pave His path, rejoicing that at long last, as ancient prophecy said, “Thy King cometh” (Zechariah 9:9). As you read this week, think about the fruits of the Savior’s teachings and atoning sacrifice in your life and how you can bring “forth much fruit” (John 12:24).
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If you had the opportunity to ask the Savior a question, what would it be? When a certain rich young man met the Savior for the first time, he asked, “What good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?” (Matthew 19:16). The Savior’s response showed both appreciation for the good things the young man had already done and loving encouragement to do more. When we ponder the possibility of eternal life, we may similarly wonder if there’s more we should be doing. When we ask, in our own way, “What lack I yet?” (Matthew 19:20), the Lord can give us answers that are just as personal as His response to the rich young man. Whatever the Lord asks us to do, acting on His answer will always require that we trust Him more than our own righteousness (see Luke 18:9–14) and that we “receive the kingdom of God as a little child” (Luke 18:17; see also 3 Nephi 9:22).
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In most situations, 99 out of 100 would be considered excellent—but not when such numbers stand for beloved children of God (see Doctrine and Covenants 18:10). In that case, even one soul merits a thorough, desperate search “until [we] find it” (Luke 15:4), as the Savior taught in the parable of the lost sheep. Then the rejoicing can begin, for “joy shall be in heaven over one sinner that repenteth, more than over ninety and nine just persons, which need no repentance” (Luke 15:7). If that seems unfair, it’s helpful to remember that, in truth, there are none who “need no repentance.” We all need rescuing. And we all can participate in the rescue, rejoicing together over every soul who is saved (see Doctrine and Covenants 18:15–16).
One of the Ninety and Nine by Michael McClean
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Although Jesus Christ came to bring “peace [and] good will toward men” (Luke 2:14), there was “a division among the people because of him” (John 7:43). People who witnessed the same events came to very different conclusions about who Jesus was. Some concluded, “He is a good man,” while others said, “He deceiveth the people” (John 7:12). When He healed a blind man on the Sabbath, some insisted, “This man is not of God, because he keepeth not the sabbath day,” while others asked, “How can a man that is a sinner do such miracles?” (John 9:16). Yet despite all the confusion, those who searched for truth recognized the power in His words, for “never man spake like this man” (John 7:46). When the Jews asked Jesus to “tell us plainly” whether he was the Christ, He revealed a principle that can help us distinguish truth from error: “My sheep hear my voice,” He said, “and I know them, and they follow me” (John 10:24, 27).
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Join us as we have a discussion with Greg Matsen of @CwicShow . Greg has been podcasting for a little more than 4 years. He started out focusing on the Come Follow Me topics but found he could not stay away from his passion to discuss principles and truth as it pertained to the cultural wars happening today in and outside of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We ask Greg about some of these issues of acceptance while maintaining and standing for truth and righteousness as we understand the doctrine of the gospel as Christ taught and intended.
Be sure to check out his channel @CwicShow and be on the look out for a book release from Greg discussing the interpretation of scriptures.
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From Come Follow Me:
When you ask the Lord a question, you might receive an answer you did not expect. Who is my neighbor? Anyone who needs your help and love. Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven? A child. Is it enough to forgive an offender seven times? No, you should forgive seventy times seven. (See Luke 10:29–37; Matthew 18:4, 21–22.) Unexpected answers from the Lord can invite us to change the way we think, feel, and act. If you are seeking the Lord’s will because you really want to learn from Him, the Lord will teach you how to live in a way that leads to eternal life with Him.
Links We Mentioned:
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https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/54stanfill?lang=eng
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From Come Follow Me:
Isn’t it strange that the Pharisees and Sadducees would demand that Jesus show them “a sign from heaven”? Weren’t His many well-known miracles enough? What about His powerful teachings or the multiple ways He had fulfilled ancient prophecies? Their demand was prompted not by a lack of signs but by an unwillingness to “discern the signs” and accept them. (See Matthew 16:1–4.)
Peter, like the Pharisees and Sadducees, witnessed the Savior’s miracles and heard His teachings. But Peter’s definitive testimony, “Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God,” did not come through his physical senses—his “flesh and blood.” His testimony was revealed to him by our “Father which is in heaven.” Revelation is the rock upon which the Savior built His Church then and now—revelation from heaven to His servants. And this is the rock upon which we can build our discipleship—revelation that Jesus is the Christ and that His servants hold “the keys of the kingdom.” When we are built upon this foundation, “the gates of hell shall not prevail against [us]” (Matthew 16:15–19).
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From Come Follow Me:
During the last week of the Savior’s life, many Jews around Him were participating in the traditions of Passover. They prepared meals, sang songs, and gathered together to remember the deliverance of the house of Israel from slavery to the Egyptians. Families listened to the story of the destroying angel passing over the homes of their ancestors who had marked their doors with lamb’s blood. Amid all these celebrations so rich with the symbolism of deliverance, relatively few were aware that Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God, was about to deliver them from the slavery of sin and death—through His suffering, His death, and His Resurrection. Even so, there were those who recognized Jesus as their promised Messiah, their eternal Deliverer. From that time onward, disciples of Jesus Christ have borne witness to all the world “that Christ died for our sins … ; and that he was buried, and that he rose again the third day” (1 Corinthians 15:3–4).
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From Come Follow Me
What could have inspired Peter to leave the safety of his boat in the middle of the Sea of Galilee during a boisterous storm? What led him to believe that if Jesus could walk on water, he could too? We can’t know for certain, but perhaps Peter understood that the Son of God came not just to do wonderful things for the people but to empower people like Peter to do wonderful things too. Jesus’s invitation, after all, was “Come, follow me” (Luke 18:22). Peter had accepted this invitation once, and he was willing to accept it again, even if it meant facing his fears and doing something that seemed impossible. Perhaps the Lord will not ask us to step out of a boat in the middle of a storm or contribute our meager supply of bread when thousands need to eat, but He may ask us to accept directions even when we don’t fully understand them. Whatever His invitations to us may be, they may sometimes seem surprising or even frightening. But miracles can happen if we, like Peter, will set aside our fears, our doubts, and our limited understanding and follow Him in faith.
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From Come Follow Me:
Some of the Savior’s most memorable teachings were in the form of simple stories called parables. These were more than just interesting anecdotes about ordinary objects or events. They contained profound truths about the kingdom of God for those who were spiritually prepared. One of the first parables recorded in the New Testament—the parable of the sower (see Matthew 13:3–23)—invites us to examine our readiness to receive God’s word. “For whosoever receiveth,” Jesus declared, “to him shall be given, and he shall have more abundance” (Joseph Smith Translation, Matthew 13:10 [in Matthew 13:12, footnote a]). So as we prepare to study the Savior’s parables—or any of His teachings—a good place to start is to examine our hearts and determine whether we are giving the word of God “good ground” (Matthew 13:8) in which to grow, blossom, flourish, and produce fruit that will bless us and our families in abundance.
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In this bonus Episode, Jackson has on the show Charlie Moore and Tim Roberts. Both men genuinely care about the youth. We discuss the idea of saving our youth. First in the home, second in the church.
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Look whose back for a visit. The gunslinger himself. Marcus Corbitt returns to the show for a visit to share with everyone his recent call as Bishop. He shares his experience of being called and what he has learned during his 1st six weeks as Bishop. Michael and Jackson share some small pieces of advice to Bishop Corbitt and Kenny knows he is on a short list of potential future Bishops called to serve. When we strive to do our best and make ourselves available, The Lord will use us where he needs us.
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In many ways, the Pharisees and scribes had made worshipping Jehovah burdensome. They often emphasized strict rules over eternal truths. Rules about the Sabbath day, which was meant to be a day of rest, were themselves a heavy burden.
And then, Jehovah Himself came among His people. He taught them that the true purpose of religion is not to create burdens but to relieve them. He taught that God gives us commandments, including the one to honor the Sabbath, not to oppress us but to bless us. Yes, the way to God is strait and narrow, but the Lord came to announce that we need not walk it alone. “Come unto me,” He pleaded. His invitation, to all who feel “heavy laden” for any reason, is to stand beside Him, to bind ourselves to Him, and to let Him share our burdens. His promise is “Ye shall find rest unto your souls.” Compared to the alternatives—trying to carry on alone or relying on mortal solutions—His “yoke is easy, and [His] burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28–30.)
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From Come Follow Me:
Word of Jesus’s healing miracles was spreading quickly. Multitudes followed Him, hoping for relief from their sicknesses. But when the Savior looked upon the multitudes, He saw more than their physical ailments. Filled with compassion, He saw “sheep having no shepherd” (Matthew 9:36). “The harvest truly is plenteous,” He observed, “but the labourers are few” (Matthew 9:37). So He called twelve Apostles, “gave them power,” and sent them to teach and minister “to the lost sheep of the house of Israel” (Matthew 10:1, 6). Today the need for more laborers to serve Heavenly Father’s children is just as great. There are still twelve Apostles, but there are more disciples of Jesus Christ than ever before—people who can declare to all the world, “The kingdom of heaven is at hand” (Matthew 10:7).
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One of the clearest messages in the New Testament is that Jesus Christ is a healer. Accounts of the Savior healing the sick and afflicted are many—from a woman with a fever to a widow’s son who had died. Why the emphasis on physical healing? What messages might there be for us in these miracles? Certainly one obvious message is that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, with power over all things, including our physical pains and imperfections. But another meaning is found in His words to the skeptical scribes: “That ye may know that the Son of man hath power on earth to forgive sins” (Mark 2:10). So when you read about a blind person or a leper being healed, you might think of the healing—both spiritual and physical—that you can receive from the Savior and hear Him say to you, “Thy faith hath saved thee” (Luke 7:50).
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Self-Evaluation: A Path to Personal Growth and Holding Yourself Accountable to God's Plan
Self-evaluation is a powerful tool that can help individuals hold themselves accountable and promote personal growth. The process of reflecting on one's own experiences, behaviors, and accomplishments can help individuals better understand themselves, identify areas for improvement, and set goals for personal growth and development. This can be especially valuable for people seeking to become the person God wants them to be.
One of the key benefits of self-evaluation is that it helps individuals identify their strengths and weaknesses. This self-awareness can be particularly useful in the context of faith and spiritual growth, as it can help individuals understand where they may need to work on becoming more like Christ. By identifying areas where they need to grow, individuals can set specific goals and take action to become more like the person God wants them to be.
Another important aspect of self-evaluation is accountability. When individuals regularly reflect on their own experiences and behavior, they can hold themselves accountable for the actions they take and the choices they make. This can be especially important in a faith context, where individuals are seeking to live in accordance with God's will. By regularly evaluating their own behavior, individuals can ensure that they are living in a way that is consistent with God's plan for their life.
Self-evaluation can also be a powerful tool for personal growth. By regularly reflecting on their experiences and behaviors, individuals can identify areas where they need to improve and set goals to work towards. This can help individuals grow in their faith and become more like the person God wants them to be. For example, if an individual realizes that they need to work on becoming more patient, they can set a goal to practice patience in their daily life and work towards becoming a more patient person.
In conclusion, self-evaluation can be a valuable tool for individuals seeking to become the person God wants them to be. By promoting self-awareness, holding individuals accountable, and facilitating personal growth, self-evaluation can help individuals live in accordance with God's plan for their life. So, take time to reflect on your own experiences, behaviors, and accomplishments, and use the insights you gain to become the person God wants you to be.
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From Come Follow Me:
The Sermon on the Mount is one of the best-known discourses in Christianity. The Savior taught with rich images, such as a city set on a hill, lilies of the field, and wolves disguised as sheep. But the Sermon on the Mount is far more than a beautiful speech. The power of the Savior’s teachings to His disciples can change our lives, especially when we live by them. Then His words become more than words; they become a sure foundation for life that, like the wise man’s house, can withstand the world’s winds and floods (see Matthew 7:24–25).
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What is Lust?
To lust after someone typically means to have a strong desire or craving for that person, often in a sexual or romantic sense. It is characterized by feelings of intense longing and often an accompanying physical attraction. Lust is usually seen as a more superficial or temporary form of desire, as opposed to feelings of love or deeper emotional connection. It's important to recognize that feelings of lust can be a normal part of human sexuality, but it's also important to respect boundaries and ensure that all interactions with others are respectful and consensual.
The question for faithful Latter-day Saints is can we experience a healthy lustful desire for our spouse? The answer in our opinion is Yes! Absolutely! It's possible for individuals to experience feelings of lust within a marriage. Lust can refer to a strong physical or sexual desire for another person, and this desire can exist within the context of a committed relationship. In fact, maintaining a sense of physical and emotional intimacy can be important for the health and longevity of a marriage. However, it's also important to recognize that lust alone will not be enough to sustain a relationship in the long term. Relationships thrive on a balance of physical intimacy, emotional connection, mutual respect, and spiritual consistency so it's important for husbands and wives to continually work on maintaining these aspects of their relationship.
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Join us this week as we discuss parts of the Sermon on The Mount. We discuss the difference between letting you light shine and sounding a trumpet about your good deeds. We discuss what means for salt to lose it savor and how we can apply that to our lives. Be sure to check it out.
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By this point in His ministry, it was clear that Jesus’s teachings would be unlike what the people of His time were used to hearing. The poor will receive the kingdom of God? The meek will inherit the earth? Blessed are the persecuted? The scribes and Pharisees were not teaching such things. And yet those who truly understood God’s law recognized truth in the Savior’s words. “An eye for an eye” and “hate thine enemy” were lesser laws (Matthew 5:38, 43). But Jesus Christ had come to teach a higher law (see 3 Nephi 15:2–10), designed to help us one day become “perfect, even as [our] Father which is in heaven is perfect” (Matthew 5:48).
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Check out the conversation we had with Brett Cain from the Ironside Podcast.
“The pen is mightier than the sword”. That couldn’t be truer for Brett Cain, who, incidentally, has trained with world-class swordsmen, championship MMA fighters, and earned a silver medal as a Golden Gloves boxer. As much as he loves to fight, he would rather write. Most of all he loves telling stories to his daughter.
He has worked as a Court Interpreter, a paraeducator, a flagger, a fiscal analyst, and a swim coach. He has experienced much of what he writes and hopes his readers find their own sense of adventure.
His debut novel, Whiteout, has been reviewed by Meridian Magazine and Deseret News. He lives in the Pacific Northwest with his wife, daughter, poodle named Cassidy, and rabbit named Moose.
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From Come Follow Me:
At a marriage feast in Cana, Christ changed water into wine—an event John called the “beginning of miracles” (John 2:11). That’s true in more than one sense. While this was the first miracle Jesus performed publicly, it can also symbolize another miraculous beginning—the process of our hearts being transformed as we become ever more like our Savior. This miracle of a lifetime begins with the decision to follow Jesus Christ, to change and live a better life through Him. This miracle can be so life-changing that being “born again” is one of the best ways to describe it (John 3:7). But rebirth is just the beginning of the path of discipleship. Christ’s words to the Samaritan woman at the well remind us that if we continue on this path, eventually the gospel will become “a well of water” inside us, “springing up into everlasting life” (John 4:14).
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whether it's a good thought from you or a spiritual prompting from God, it good can come from it, Act on It. We worry too much on whether it's our thought or a prompt from God. 9 times out of 10 it doesn't matter!
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This week we are joined by Kristen Walker Smith to discuss this weeks come follow me lesson. Kristen has specialized int he quick one minute daily thought that can come from each weeks come follow me lesson. This is great for all those busy and on the go families that struggle to find the time to sit down for 30 minute to hour study sessions. Although those longer study sessions are great and we need those, sometimes we just don't make the time for it. That's where the One Minute Scripture Study developed by @KristenWalkerSmith comes into play. Be sure to check out her website below. You can find her on instagram as well.
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From Come Follow Me:
Jesus Christ and His gospel can change you. Luke quoted an ancient prophecy of Isaiah that described the effect that the Savior’s coming would have: “Every valley shall be filled, and every mountain and hill shall be brought low; and the crooked shall be made straight, and the rough ways shall be made smooth” (Luke 3:5; see also Isaiah 40:4). This is a message for all of us, including those who think they cannot change. If something as permanent as a mountain can be flattened, then surely the Lord can help us straighten our own crooked paths (see Luke 3:4–5). As we accept John the Baptist’s invitation to repent and change, we prepare our minds and hearts to receive Jesus Christ so that we too can “see the salvation of God” (Luke 3:6).
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Join us this week as we discuss Matthew 2 and Luke 2. We discuss many things concerning his birth including the weight that Joseph must have felt and the temptation of a young Jesus to disobey his parents when they told him to leave with them.
Luke 2 Overview.
Jesus is born in Bethlehem and is laid in a manger because there is no room for him in the inn.
An angel appears to some shepherds who are tending to their flocks, and tells them about the birth of Jesus. The shepherds go to see Jesus and spread the news about him.
Jesus is circumcised and given the name Jesus, as the angel had instructed Mary and Joseph to do.
When Jesus is eight days old, he is taken to the temple in Jerusalem to be dedicated to God. There, Simeon, a devout man, takes Jesus in his arms and praises God, saying that he has seen the salvation of the Lord.
A prophetess named Anna also sees Jesus at the temple and begins to speak about him to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.
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From the day of His birth, it was clear that Jesus was no ordinary child. It wasn’t just the new star in the heavens or the joyous angelic proclamation that made Jesus’s infancy remarkable. It was also the fact that such a variety of faithful people—from different nations, professions, and backgrounds—felt immediately drawn to Him. Even before He uttered His invitation to “come, follow me,” they came (Luke 18:22). Not everyone came to Him, of course. There were many who paid Him no notice, and a jealous ruler even sought His life. But the humble, pure, devoted seekers of righteousness saw Him for who He was—their promised Messiah. Their devotion inspires our own, for the “good tidings of great joy” brought to the shepherds were for “all people,” and the “Saviour, which is Christ the Lord” was born that day unto all of us (see Luke 2:10–11).
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From Come Follow Me:
From a mortal perspective, it was impossible. A virgin could not conceive—nor could a barren woman who was well past childbearing years. But God had a plan for the birth of His Son and the birth of John the Baptist, so both Mary and Elisabeth, against all earthly odds, became mothers. It can be helpful to remember their miraculous experiences whenever we face something that seems impossible. Can we overcome our weaknesses? Can we touch the heart of an unresponsive family member? Gabriel could easily have been speaking to us when he reminded Mary, “With God nothing shall be impossible” (Luke 1:37). And Mary’s response can also be ours when God reveals His will: “Be it unto me according to thy word” (Luke 1:38).
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Join Saints In The South This week as Jackson shares some mic time with his family. The Howell's share some insight into their Christmas traditions and discuss the true meaning of Christmas. Jackson shares one of his favorite stories with the family "He Took My Lickin' For Me". They discuss what gift Jesus Christ has given mankind.
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On this bonus episode Kenny and Jackson take the opportunity to review a few clips from their interview with @TJump and discuss in more detail some of the questions he proposed. Tom was a gracious host and it was a pleasure speaking with him.
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Join us this week as we conclude our studies of the Old Testament. We look at the children of Israel in the Old Testament one last time before The New Testament.
Malachi does his best to help the people to remember The Lord.
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This week Marcus and Jackson discuss Haggai and Zechariah. We dive into the battles that will take place in the last days.
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This week we were guest hosts on The To Know Him Come Follow Me Podcast with Emily Crapo. We are redirecting you to her channel where we discuss this weeks come follow me lesson.
Here is the channel and link we were guest hosts on for this weeks come follow me.
To Know Him - Come Follow Me:
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This week we have a special guest join us, Emily Crapo, from the
"To Know Him: Come Follow Me YouTube podcast.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-u4sWXc_OpzqqEC9ob_vIQ
From Come Follow Me:
Jonah was on a ship headed for Tarshish. There’s nothing wrong with sailing to Tarshish, except that it is far away from Nineveh, where Jonah was supposed to go to deliver God’s message. So when the ship encountered a great storm, Jonah knew it was because of his disobedience. At Jonah’s insistence, his fellow mariners cast him into the depths of the sea to stop the storm. It looked like the end of Jonah and his ministry. But the Lord hadn’t given up on Jonah—just as He hadn’t given up on the people of Nineveh and just as He doesn’t give up on any of us. As Micah taught, the Lord does not delight in condemning us, but “he delighteth in mercy.” When we turn to Him, “he will turn again, he will have compassion upon us; he will subdue our iniquities; and [He will] cast all [our] sins into the depths of the sea” (Micah 7:18–19).
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Join us this week as we discuss Amos and Obadiah. Amos is most known for his words on the purpose of prophets and the famine of hearing the words of The Lord. Prophets of our youth have special place in our hearts. Latter Day prophets have themes. We can be saviors with a lower case "s" for those that have not received the gospel.
From Come Follow Me:
God chose Abraham’s seed to be His covenant people so that they would “be a blessing” to all people (see Genesis 12:2–3). But instead, by the time of Amos’s ministry, many of the covenant people were oppressing the poor and ignoring the prophets, making their acts of worship empty and meaningless (see Amos 2:6–16). True, the nations surrounding them were also guilty of great sins (see Amos 1; 2:1–5), but that has never been an excuse for God’s people (see Amos 3:2). So God sent a herdsman from Judah named Amos to preach repentance to the Kingdom of Israel. Later, God also declared through the prophet Obadiah that although the Kingdom of Judah had been destroyed, the Lord would gather and bless His people again. The covenant people had strayed from the Lord, both prophets testified, but they would not be cast off forever. When God reveals His secrets to His servants the prophets (see Amos 3:7), we can take it as a sign that He still wants to help us live up to the covenants we made with Him.
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Kenny uses The Book of Hosea to address a topic that often gets a lot of attention. He brings some clarity to the subject beautifully using The Book of Hosea!
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Join us This week as we discuss the marriage covenant between The Lord and Israel and how we can apply those same principals to our marriage. We also discuss President Gordon B. Hinkley's statement on a fulfilled prophecy from Joel.
The Greatest Test A Marriage Can Have:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/1988/08/the-greatest-test-a-marriage-can-have?lang=eng
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From Come Follow Me:
Most likely no one will ever threaten to throw you into a fiery furnace or a den of lions because of your faith in Jesus Christ. But none of us get through this life without a trial of faith. We can all benefit from the example of people like Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-nego, who were taken captive as young men by the mighty Babylonian Empire (see 2 Kings 24:10–16). These young people were surrounded by an unfamiliar culture with different values, and they faced great temptations to abandon their beliefs and righteous traditions. Yet they remained true to their covenants. Like Joseph in Egypt and Esther in Persia, Daniel and his friends in Babylon kept their faith in God, and God worked miracles that still inspire believers to this day.
How did they find the strength to remain so faithful? They did those small and simple things that God has asked all of us to do—praying, fasting, choosing good friends, trusting in God, and being a light to others. As we are strengthened by doing these same small and simple things, we can face the lions and fiery furnaces in our own lives with faith.
Link to Come Follow Me Manual:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-individuals-and-families-old-testament-2022/45?lang=eng
Veggie Tales Reference from Kenny:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bDEbFXv6y04
Daniel and The Lions Den for kids:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KDMuzLN6dMU
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This week we go full on fall festival edition of come follow me! Colonel Sanders, Moses, and Elijah make an appearance. And yes, we know that one of those don't belong. But hey, we are all God's children right!
Join us as we discuss the amazing visions of Ezekiel, his role as a prophet in exile, and what it means to be a Watchmen.
From Come Follow Me:
Ezekiel was a prophet in exile. Along with other Israelites, he had been captured and sent to Babylon several years before Jerusalem was finally destroyed. In Jerusalem, Ezekiel would have been a priest serving in the temple. In Babylon, he was among “them of the captivity,” and he “sat where they sat” (Ezekiel 3:15), hundreds of miles from the temple and with little hope of returning to the beloved house of God. Then one day Ezekiel had a vision. He saw “the glory of the Lord” (Ezekiel 1:28)—not back in the temple at Jerusalem but there in Babylon among the exiles. The wickedness in Jerusalem, he learned, had become so severe that God’s presence was no longer there (see Ezekiel 8–11; 33:21).
One of Ezekiel’s tasks was to warn the Israelites about the consequences of their rebellion—a warning that largely went unheeded. But there was more to Ezekiel’s message: he prophesied that, despite how bad things became, there was a way back. If God’s people would accept the invitation to “hear the word of the Lord” (Ezekiel 37:4), what was once dead could be revived. A “stony heart” could be replaced with “a new heart” (Ezekiel 36:26). “[I] shall put my spirit in you,” the Lord told them, “and ye shall live” (Ezekiel 37:14). And in the last days, the Lord would establish a new temple and a new Jerusalem, “and the name of the city from that day shall be, The Lord is there” (Ezekiel 48:35).
Come Follow Me Lesson
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-individuals-and-families-old-testament-2022/44?lang=eng
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Join us this week as we discuss the end of Jeremiah and Lamentations.
From Come Follow Me:
When the Lord first called Jeremiah to be a prophet, He told him that his mission would be “to root out, and to pull down” (Jeremiah 1:10)—and in Jerusalem, there was plenty of wickedness to root out and pull down. But this was only part of Jeremiah’s mission—he was also called “to build, and to plant” (Jeremiah 1:10). What could be built or planted in the desolate ruins left by Israel’s rebellion? Similarly, when sin or adversity have left our lives in ruins, how can we rebuild and plant again? The answer lies in “the Branch of righteousness” (Jeremiah 33:15), the promised Messiah. The Messiah brings “a new covenant” (Jeremiah 31:31)—one that requires more than a superficial commitment or the outward appearance of devotion. His law must be “in [our] inward parts,” written “in [our] hearts.” That is what it really means for the Lord to “be [our] God” and for us to “be [His] people” (Jeremiah 31:33). It’s a lifelong process, and we will still make mistakes and have cause to mourn from time to time. But when we do, we have this promise from the Lord: “I will turn their mourning into joy” (Jeremiah 31:13).
This weeks come follow me lesson:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-individuals-and-families-old-testament-2022/43?lang=eng
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Join us this week as we dive deep into the lone struggles that Jeremiah had to experience as the called prophet of his day.
From Come Follow Me:
At first, Jeremiah didn’t think he would make a good prophet. “Behold, I cannot speak,” he protested when the Lord first called him (Jeremiah 1:6). The Lord reassured him, “I have put my words in thy mouth” (verse 9). Jeremiah felt that he was an inexperienced “child” (verse 6), but the Lord explained that he was actually more prepared than he realized—he had been ordained to this calling even before he was born (see verse 5). So Jeremiah set aside his fears and accepted the call. He warned Jerusalem’s kings and priests that their pretended holiness would not save them from destruction. The “child” who thought he could not speak came to feel God’s word “in [his] heart as a burning fire” and could not be silent (Jeremiah 20:9).
Jeremiah’s story is also our story. God knew us, too, before we were born and prepared us to do His work on the earth. Among other things, that work includes something Jeremiah foresaw: gathering God’s people, one by one, to “bring [them] to Zion” (Jeremiah 3:14). And even if we don’t know exactly what to do or say, we should “be not afraid … ; for I am with thee, saith the Lord” (Jeremiah 1:8, 19).
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Join us as we highlight a few thoughts from October 2022 General Conference. #ldspodcast #churchofjesuschrist #generalconference #generalconference2022 #biblestudy #oldtestament #religion #churchofjesuschrist #ldspodcast #christianpodcast #missionary #lds #biblestories
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Join us this week as we focus on the law of the fast.
From Come Follow Me:
Early in His earthly ministry, Jesus Christ visited a synagogue in Nazareth, the village where He was raised. There He stood to read from the scriptures, opened the book of Isaiah, and read what we now know as Isaiah 61:1–2. He then announced, “This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears.” This was one of the Savior’s most straightforward declarations that He was the Anointed One, who would “heal the brokenhearted” and “preach deliverance to the captives” (see Luke 4:16–21). This scripture was indeed fulfilled on that day. And, like many other prophecies of Isaiah, it continues to be fulfilled in our day. The Savior continues to heal all the brokenhearted who come unto Him. There are yet many captives to whom deliverance must be preached. And there is a glorious future to prepare for—a time when the Lord will “create new heavens and a new earth” (Isaiah 65:17) and “cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations” (Isaiah 61:11). Reading Isaiah opens our eyes to what the Lord has already done, what He is doing, and what He will yet do for His people.
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We are in a type of World War III. Bad ideas can bring about great destruction. We have seen that throughout Earth's history. We have to be willing step into the public arena to defend good ideas and defeat bad ideas! #faithinchrist #biblestudy #churchofjesuschrist #christianpodcast #ldspodcast #comefollowme #ideas #theology
full interview in link below
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kOGrNSxbNPI
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Join us this week as we spend another week praising The Lord!
From Come Follow Me:
Throughout his ministry, Isaiah spoke of a mighty deliverer (see, for example, Isaiah 9:3–7). These prophecies would have been especially precious to the Israelites centuries later when they were in captivity in Babylon. Someone who could topple the walls of Babylon would be a mighty conqueror indeed. But that isn’t the kind of Messiah that Isaiah described in chapters 52–53: “He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him. … We did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted” (Isaiah 53:3–4). By sending such an unexpected deliverer, God taught us about true deliverance. To save us from oppression and affliction, God sent One who Himself “was oppressed, and … afflicted.” Where some expected a lion, He sent a lamb (see Isaiah 53:7). Surely, God’s ways are not our ways (see Isaiah 55:8–9). Jesus Christ frees us not by just opening the prison but by taking our place there. He relieves us from our chains of grief and sorrow by bearing them Himself (see Isaiah 53:4–5, 12). He does not save us from a distance. He suffers with us, in an act of “everlasting kindness” that “shall not depart from thee” (Isaiah 54:8, 10).
Kenny referenced this website in order to look up some additional information.
https://biblehub.com
Marcus found the greatest quote of all time concerning Christ in the New Testament Institute student manual. That's found in the link below. Chapter 9, Mathew 26, verses 51-54
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/new-testament-student-manual/introduction-to-matthew/chapter-9?lang=eng
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Join us for another Saints in the South Interview!
Jackson and Kenny interview Jacob Hansen: Latter-day Saint blogger, YouTuber, thinker, and host of the “Thoughtful Faith” podcast.
Jacob has become an important voice within the sphere of LDS thought. He has participated in debates, interviews, and countless discussions online as an advocate for a rational approach to faith and living.
In this interview Jacob explains how he arrived at his theological and philosophical position, and outlines how one can “renovate” their faith in the face of a faith crisis.
Join us for some intellectually stimulating conversation with a healthy dose of “gospel growth and good times”!
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Thoughtful Faith YouTube Channel
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Thoughtful Faith Website
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Join Marcus, Kenny, and Jackson as they discuss the comfort that Christ brings into our lives. He became who we needed Him to become so that we might overcome the challenges of this life. We discuss the scars that he chooses to keep, or at least that's our thoughts.
From Come Follow Me:
“Comfort” is the first word of Isaiah chapter 40. It marks the beginning of a different tone, a different emphasis in the prophet’s message. Where Isaiah’s earlier writings warned Israel and Judah about destruction and captivity that would come because of their sins, these later prophecies were meant to comfort the Jews over 150 years in the future—after Jerusalem was destroyed, the temple was desecrated, and the people were taken captive by Babylon. But these prophecies reach even further into the future than to the defeated, disheartened Israelites. They speak to us, who also sometimes feel defeated, disheartened, and even lost.
Isaiah’s message to them and to us is simple: “Fear not” (Isaiah 43:1). All is not lost. The Lord has not forgotten you, and He has power over situations that seem out of your control. Isn’t the Lord “he that created the heavens, and … he that spread forth the earth, and … he that giveth breath unto the people upon it”? (Isaiah 42:5). Isn’t He more powerful than Babylon, than sin, than whatever is holding you captive? “Return unto me,” He pleads, “for I have redeemed thee” (Isaiah 44:22). He can heal, restore, strengthen, forgive, and comfort—whatever is needed for you, in your case, to be redeemed.
To learn how Nephi and Jacob likened Isaiah 48–49 to their people, see 1 Nephi 22 and 2 Nephi 6.
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Join Kenny and Jackson as they swap a couple of grandfather war stories and get each other pumped about living the gospel of Jesus Christ!!
From Come Follow Me:
One of the things the Lord asks prophets to do is to warn about the consequences of sin. In the case of Old Testament prophets, this often meant telling the powerful rulers of mighty kingdoms that they must repent or be destroyed. It was a dangerous task, but Isaiah was fearless, and his warnings to the kingdoms of his day—including Israel, Judah, and surrounding nations—were bold (see Isaiah 13–23).
However, Isaiah also had a message of hope. Even though the prophesied destructions eventually did come upon these kingdoms, Isaiah foresaw a chance for restoration and renewal. The Lord would invite His people to return to Him. He would make “the parched ground … become a pool, and the thirsty land springs of water” (Isaiah 35:7). He would perform “a marvellous work and a wonder” (Isaiah 29:14), restoring to Israel the blessings He had promised them. Neither Isaiah nor anyone else alive at that time lived to see this marvelous work. But we are seeing its ultimate fulfillment today. In fact, we are part of it! #biblestudy #isaiah #ldspodcast #churchofjesuschrist #faithinchrist #comefollowme #faithinchrist
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Join Marcus, Kenny, and Jackson as they try to keep the train on the tracks. Marcus struggled with internet connections as recorded during a storm. We struggled to stay on topic as we derailed a few times. But one thing is for sure, we were experiencing some "good times" with our "gospel growth". Isn't that what it's all about. Finding joy through the gospel. May each of you be blessed in your personal journey's in this life.
From Come Follow Me:
Even if this is your first time reading the book of Isaiah, you might find passages that sound familiar. That’s because, of all Old Testament prophets, Isaiah is the one most often quoted in other books of scripture, including by the Savior Himself. Isaiah’s words also appear often in hymns and other sacred music. Why is Isaiah quoted so often?
Surely part of the reason is that Isaiah had a gift for expressing the word of God in vivid, memorable language. But it’s more than that. Isaiah has inspired prophets for generations because the truths he taught transcended his own generation—the Israelites living between 740 and 701 BC. His role was to open our eyes to God’s great work of redemption, which is much bigger than one nation or one time period. From Isaiah, Nephi learned that he and his people, though separated from the rest of Israel, were still part of God’s covenant people. In Isaiah, New Testament writers found prophecies about the Messiah that were being fulfilled right before their eyes. And in Isaiah, Joseph Smith found inspiration for the latter-day work of gathering Israel and building Zion. When you read Isaiah, what will you find? #isaiah #ldspodcast #biblestudy #yallkeeponstriving #faithinchrist #churchofjesuschrist #mormon #christianpodcast #christianity
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Mikey was not brought up in a typical home that we might normally visualize. He was exposed to things that a young boy should not be exposed to at such a young age. Although, he often went to church with his grandmother on Sunday's, the influence portrayed on his young mind would prove to be daunting task to overcome throughout much of his youth and adult life.
Thankfully, he had spent enough time in church with his grandmother that a special place for God was always present. It would take years, but eventually, that place for God in his heart would win out.
Mikey has overcome addictions, jail time, probation, failed relationships, and set backs to finally be on track where he needs to be. Fully involved in the gospel of Jesus Christ with a wife he describes as a princess and angel in Bethany, and 6 wonderful children. He has built his business, his family, understands his role as a man, husband, and father. He owes it all to Jesus Christ and his wife Bethany.
Be inspired by his story. Find hope where you may be lacking. Find faith in his example.
Mikey Adams on addictions, lessons, family, and the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Join Kenny, Marcus, and Jackson this week after a two week break. In this episode we touch on a couple of highlighted scriptures from Proverbs and Ecclesiastes and get into discussing how they really apply in our lives. We discuss the difference of Psalms and Proverbs, where to "lean" for understanding and guidance, speaking kindly, making difficult decisions in the different "seasons" of life, and why the Songs of Solomon are not included in our Come Follow Me Studies. As always we have a good time while discussing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
From Come Follow Me:
In the first chapter of the book of Proverbs, we find these words: “My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother” (Proverbs 1:8). Proverbs can be seen as a collection of wise sayings from a loving parent, whose main message is that blessings of peace and prosperity come to those who seek wisdom—particularly the kind of wisdom God offers. But Proverbs is followed by the book of Ecclesiastes, which seems to say, “It’s not that simple.” The Preacher quoted in Ecclesiastes observed that he “gave [his] heart to know wisdom” but still found “vexation of spirit” and “much grief” (Ecclesiastes 1:17–18). In a variety of ways, the book asks, “Can there be real meaning in a world where everything seems vain, temporary, and uncertain?”
And yet, while the two books look at life from different perspectives, they teach similar truths. Ecclesiastes declares: “Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man” (Ecclesiastes 12:13). This is the same principle found throughout Proverbs: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart. … Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord” (Proverbs 3:5, 7). No matter what life holds, even when it seems confusing and random, it is always better when we trust in the Lord Jesus Christ.
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Join us this week as we discuss The Book of Psalms. We discuss what the Psalms are, how they are written, and what purpose they serve.
We don’t know for certain who wrote the Psalms. Some have been attributed to King David, but for most of them, the writers remain anonymous. Yet after reading the Psalms, we may feel as if we know the hearts of the Psalmists, even if we don’t know their names. What we do know is that the Psalms were an important part of worship among the Israelites, and we know that the Savior quoted them often. In the Psalms, we get a window into the soul of God’s ancient people. We see how they felt about God, what they worried about, and how they found peace. As believers today, all over the world, we still use these words in our worship of God. The writers of the Psalms seem to have had a window into our souls and seem to have found a way to express how we feel about God, what we worry about, and how we find peace. #psalms #oldtestament #comefollowme #churchofjesuschrist #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #christian #lds #mormon #ldspodcast #christianpodcast #faith #faithinchrist #biblestudy #religion
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Join Marcus and Jackson as they discuss the experiences of Job and how that is applied in our lives. What can we learn from his experience? Specifically, what can we learn from how he handled the trials he was faced with?
It’s natural to wonder why bad things happen to good people—or for that matter, why good things happen to bad people. Why would God, who is just, allow that? Questions like these are explored through the experience of Job, one of those good people to whom bad things happened. Because of Job’s trials, his friends wondered if he was really good after all. Job asserted his own righteousness and wondered if God is really just after all. But despite his suffering and wondering, Job maintained his integrity and faith in Jesus Christ. In the book of Job, faith is questioned and tested but never completely abandoned. That doesn’t mean that all of the questions are answered. But the book of Job teaches that until they are answered, questions and faith can coexist, and regardless of what happens in the meantime, we can say of our Lord, “Yet will I trust in Him” (Job 13:15). #comefollowme #oldtestament #thebookofjob #job #trials #faith #lds #mormon #christian #refinersfire #furnaceofaffliction #podcast #religion #Christinreligion #mormonreligion #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #churchofjesuschrist #thisaintnothin #craigmorgancountrysinger
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Elder Jacob Hatcher sits down with Jackson from Saints In The South to discuss his struggles with anxiety and depression while serving The Lord in his call to serve. Elder Hatcher was reared by his single mother for much of his childhood. As Elder Hatcher began to discover is own patch as a youth, he found himself struggling with some aspects of the gospel and no plans to serve a mission. As he maintained a desire to "do good" and fulfill his assignments as an Aaronic Priesthood holder, Elder Hatcher began building a testimony of his own. His doubts turned into a strong desire to serve The Lord.
Although, he was very unsure of his ability to serve a proselytizing mission for @The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints due to his high levels of anxiety and natural introvert tendencies, he pushed forward with faith and submitted his mission papers. He was called to serve in Germany during the heaviest lockdowns and social distancing protocols of Covid-19.
After serving for about a year, Elder Hatcher's anxiety and depression weighed heavily on him. After counseling with his priesthood leaders, mother and step father, and receiving confirmation in the Temple, he made the decision to come home and finish out his missionary duties as a Service Missionary.
What would people think? Would there be a stigma? Could he finish what he had started? With a strong desire to serve The Lord and do good, Elder Hatcher has faced his challenges head on and remained faithful in his calling to serve.
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Join Kenny and Jackson as they share the Esther story and what we can apply in our Day. From strong women taking a stand to listening or caring too much about what others think of you!
Many events in the book of Esther might seem like luck or coincidence. How else do you explain how an orphaned Jewish girl became the queen of Persia at just the right time to save her people from being slaughtered? What are the chances that Esther’s cousin Mordecai would just happen to overhear a plot to assassinate the king? Were these coincidences, or were they part of a divine plan? Elder Ronald A. Rasband noted: “What may appear to be a random chance is, in fact, overseen by a loving Father in Heaven. … The Lord is in the small details of our lives” (“By Divine Design,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017, 56). We may not always recognize the Lord’s influence in these “small details.” But we learn from Esther’s experience that He can guide our path and prepare us “for such a time” (Esther 4:14) when we can be instruments in His hands to fulfill His purposes. #oldtestament #Esther #bible #biblestudy #comefollowme #hearhim #lds #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #churchofjesuschrist #faithinchrist #buzzsprout #podpage #podcast #spiritual #spiritualpodcast #christians #mormons #beliefs #religion
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Join Kenny and Jackson as they discuss how The Lord people from all backgrounds to accomplish his work, the opposition that His people face as they strive to accomplish his work, and the importance scriptures.
From Come Follow Me:
The Jewish people had been held captive in Babylonia for about 70 years. They had lost Jerusalem and the temple, and many had forgotten their commitment to God’s law. But God had not forgotten them. In fact, He had declared through His prophet, “I will visit you, and perform my good word toward you, in causing you to return” (Jeremiah 29:10). True to this prophecy, the Lord did make a way for the Jews to return, and He raised up servants who accomplished “a great work” for His people (Nehemiah 6:3). These servants included a governor named Zerubbabel, who oversaw the rebuilding of the house of the Lord; Ezra, a priest and scribe who turned the hearts of the people back to the Lord’s law; and Nehemiah, a later governor of Judah who led the work of rebuilding the protective walls around Jerusalem. They met opposition, of course, but also received assistance from unexpected sources. Their experiences can inform and inspire ours, because we too are doing a great work. And like theirs, our work has much to do with the house of the Lord, the law of the Lord, and the spiritual protection we find in Him. #oldtestament #comefollowme #lds #ldspodcast #Nehemiah #god #hearhim #faithinhim #faithinchrist #mormon #christian #christianpodcast #podcast #buzzsprout #podpage
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In this bonus episode I throw a social media topic at Kenny and Marcus and see what they have to say about people ranting and raving about being asked to clean their local church building. Why the church chooses to use it's membership rather than a paid janitorial service? Is there any real growth that takes place when cleaning the church? Who does it benefit and how? #lds #ldspodcast #exmo #mormon
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Join us this week as we discuss the two prominent stories of Hezekia and Josiah. What can we learn from Hezekiah's Faith to ask The Lord for more time on earth and what can we learn from Josiah's diligence in using the scriptures to persuade his people to follow The True and Living God?
From Come Follow Me:
Despite the prophet Elisha’s impressive ministry, the spirituality of the Northern Kingdom of Israel kept declining. Wicked kings promoted idolatry, and war and apostasy abounded. Finally the Assyrian Empire conquered and scattered the ten tribes of Israel.
Meanwhile, the Southern Kingdom of Judah wasn’t doing much better; idolatry was also widespread there. But amid all this spiritual decay, the scriptural accounts mention two righteous kings who, for a time, turned their people back to the Lord. One was Hezekiah. During his reign, the Assyrians, fresh from their victory in the north, conquered much of the south. But Hezekiah and his people showed faith in the Lord, who delivered Jerusalem in a miraculous way. Later, after another period of apostasy, Josiah began to reign. Inspired in part by a rediscovery of the book of the law, Josiah brought reforms that revived the religious life of many of his people.
What do we learn from these two bright spots in the otherwise dark years of Judah’s history? Among other things, you might ponder the power of faith and of the word of God in your life. Like Israel and Judah, we all make both good and bad choices. And when we sense that reforms are needed in our lives, perhaps the examples of Hezekiah and Josiah can inspire us to “trust in the Lord our God” (2 Kings 18:22). #ldspodcast #Josiah #Old Testament #faith #faithinchrist #bookofmormon #spiritual #comefollowme #comefollowmelds #comefollowmeoldtestament2022 #comefollowmeinsights #2kings17-25 #oldtestamentstudy #Hezekiah #passover
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Join us this week as we discuss the miracles performed under the direction of the prophet Elisha and how we can seek and expect miracles in our own lives.
From Come Follow Me:
A prophet’s main mission is to teach and testify of the Savior Jesus Christ. Our record of the prophet Elisha, however, doesn’t include much of his teaching or testifying. What the record does include is the miracles Elisha performed, including raising a child from the dead (see 2 Kings 4:18–37), feeding a multitude with a small quantity of food (see 2 Kings 4:42–44), and healing a leper (see 2 Kings 5:1–14). So while we don’t have Elisha’s words bearing witness of Christ, we do have, throughout Elisha’s ministry, powerful manifestations of the Lord’s life-giving, nourishing, and healing power. Such manifestations are more plentiful in our lives than we sometimes realize. To see them, we need to seek the miracle Elisha sought when he prayed on behalf of his fearful young servant, “Lord, I pray thee, open his eyes, that he may see” (2 Kings 6:17). #oldtestament #elisha #miracles #faith #christ #ldspodcast #christianpodcast #biblestudies
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Join us this week as we discuss Elijah the Prophet and his amazing faith, confidence, and ability to command the heavens!
From Come Follow Me:
The house of Israel was in disarray. The unity and prosperity achieved under David and Solomon were long past, and the nation’s covenant relationship with the Lord was, for many people, a distant memory. The Kingdom of Israel had divided, with ten tribes forming the Northern Kingdom of Israel and two tribes forming the Southern Kingdom of Judah. Both kingdoms were unstable spiritually, led by kings who violated their covenants with the Lord and influenced others to do likewise (see 1 Kings 11–16). But the apostasy was especially severe in the Northern Kingdom, where King Ahab encouraged Israel to worship the false god Baal.
It was in this setting that the prophet Elijah was called to preach. The account of his ministry makes clear that personal faith in the Lord can thrive among the righteous even in a wicked environment. Sometimes the Lord responds to such faith with impressive, public miracles, like fire falling from heaven. But He also works quiet, private miracles, like meeting the personal needs of a faithful widow and her son. And most often His miracles are so individual that they are known only to you—for example, when the Lord reveals Himself and His will through “a still small voice” (1 Kings 19:12).
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Join us this week as we discuss David's decision to commit adultery and then to try and cover it up with Murder. Stick around for a short Father's Day message at the end.
From Come Follow Me:
King David’s reign started out with so much promise. His undaunted faith in defeating Goliath was legendary. As king, he secured Jerusalem as his capital and united Israel (see 2 Samuel 5). The kingdom had never been stronger. And yet David gave in to temptation and lost his spiritual power.
The reign of David’s son Solomon likewise started out with so much promise. His divinely received wisdom and discernment were legendary. As king, he extended Israel’s borders and built a magnificent temple to the Lord. The kingdom had never been stronger. And yet Solomon foolishly allowed his heart to be turned away to other gods.
What can we learn from these tragic stories? Perhaps one lesson is that regardless of our past experiences, our spiritual strength depends on the choices we make today. We can also see in these accounts that it isn’t our own strength or courage or wisdom that will save us—it is the Lord’s. These stories show us that Israel’s true hope—and ours—is not in David, Solomon, or any other mortal king, but in another “son of David”: Jesus Christ (Matthew 1:1), the Eternal King who will “forgive the sin of [His] people” if we “turn again to [Him]” (1 Kings 8:33–34).
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I wanted to take the opportunity and expound some of my thoughts on my favorite scripture story of all time. Goliaths are everywhere. What may be a Goliath to one may not be to another. Having the courage to face the Goliath's is what matters. As you face them with faith in Christ, God will provide the strength necessary to "Slay Your Goliath"
Original David and Goliath video here:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-individuals-and-families-old-testament-2022/25?lang=eng
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Join us this week as we dive into Saul's natural man tendencies and how we can try to avoid them ourselves. We also discuss one of the most famous biblical stories of all time...David and Goliath. This is a personal favorite of ours. So many ways to apply this story to our lives. Joins us and lets see what we can learn from these men of the scriptures.
From Come Follow Me:
Ever since the tribes of Israel had settled in the promised land, the Philistines had been an ongoing threat to their safety. Many times in the past, the Lord had delivered the Israelites from their enemies. But now the elders of Israel demanded, “We will have a king … [to] go out before us, and fight our battles” (1 Samuel 8:19–20). The Lord relented, and Saul was anointed king. And yet when the menacing giant Goliath hurled his challenge to the armies of Israel, Saul—like the rest of his army—was “greatly afraid” (1 Samuel 17:11). On that day, it wasn’t King Saul who saved Israel but a humble shepherd boy named David, who was wearing no armor but was clothed with impenetrable faith in the Lord. This battle proved to Israel, and to anyone who has spiritual battles to fight, that “the Lord saveth not with sword and spear” and that “the battle is the Lord’s” (1 Samuel 17:47).
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From Come Follow Me:
Sometimes we imagine that our lives should follow a clear path from beginning to end. The shortest distance between two points is a straight line, after all. And yet life is often full of delays and detours that take us in unexpected directions. We may find that our lives are quite different from what we thought they should be.
Ruth and Hannah surely understood this. Ruth was not an Israelite, but she married one, and when her husband died, she had a choice to make. Would she return to her family and her old, familiar life, or would she embrace the Israelite faith and a new home with her mother-in-law? (see Ruth 1:4–18). Hannah’s plan for her life was to bear children, and her inability to do so left her “in bitterness of soul” (see 1 Samuel 1:1–10). As you read about Ruth and Hannah, consider the faith they must have had to put their lives in the Lord’s hands and travel their unexpected paths. Then you might think about your own journey. It will look different from Ruth’s and Hannah’s—and anyone else’s. But throughout the trials and surprises between here and your eternal destination, you can learn to say with Hannah, “My heart rejoiceth in the Lord” (1 Samuel 2:1). #oldtestament #ruth #boaz #comefollowme #faithinchrist #faith
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Join us this week as we discuss how Israel's not following through with the command to destroy the inhabitants of Canaan became a "thorn in their side. We also discuss of the judges called to lead their tribes; Deborah, Gideon, and Samson. Where were they strong and where were they weak?
From Come Follow Me:
We all know what it’s like to make a mistake, feel bad about it, and then repent and resolve to change our ways. But in some cases we forget our earlier resolve, and, when we face temptation, we may find ourselves making the mistake again. This tragic pattern is typical of the Israelites’ experiences described in the book of Judges. Influenced by the beliefs and worship practices of the Canaanites—whom they were supposed to drive out of the land—the Israelites broke their covenants with the Lord and turned away from worshipping Him. As a result, they lost His protection and fell into captivity. And yet each time this happened, the Lord gave them the chance to repent and raised up a deliverer, a military leader called a “judge.” Not all of the judges in the book of Judges were righteous, but some of them exercised great faith in delivering the children of Israel and restoring them to their covenant relationship with the Lord. These stories remind us that no matter what has led us away from Jesus Christ, He is the Redeemer of Israel and is always willing to deliver us and welcome us back to Him.
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From Come Follow Me:
It had taken several generations, but the Lord’s promise was about to be fulfilled: the children of Israel were on the verge of inheriting the promised land. But in their way stood the Jordan River, the walls of Jericho, and a wicked but mighty people who had rejected the Lord (see 1 Nephi 17:35). On top of that, their beloved leader Moses was gone. The situation may have made some Israelites feel weak and fearful, but the Lord said, “Be strong and of a good courage.” Why should they feel this way? Not because of their own strength—or even Moses’s or Joshua’s—but because “the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest” (Joshua 1:9). When we have our own rivers to cross and walls to bring down, wonderful things can happen in our lives, because it is “the Lord [who] will do wonders among [us]” (Joshua 3:5).
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From Come Follow Me:
Moses’s earthly ministry began on a mountain, when God spoke to him from a burning bush (see Exodus 3:1–10). It also ended on a mountain, more than 40 years later, when God gave Moses a glimpse of the promised land from the top of Mount Nebo (see Deuteronomy 34:1–4). Moses had spent his life preparing the children of Israel to enter that promised land, and the book of Deuteronomy records his final instructions, reminders, exhortations, and pleadings with the Israelites. Reading his words makes it clear that the real object of Moses’s ministry—the preparation the people needed—wasn’t about wilderness survival, conquering nations, or building a community. It was about learning to love God, obey Him, and remain loyal to Him. That’s the preparation we all need in order to enter the promised land of eternal life. So while Moses never set foot in the “land flowing with milk and honey” (Exodus 3:8), because of his faith and faithfulness, he did enter the promised land that God has prepared for all those who follow Him. #oldtestament #moses #thepromisedland #joshua #hearhim #churchofjesuschrist #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #faithinchrist #christian #mormon #christianleadership
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Join us this week.
Did Moses really want to die if leading the children of Israel going to be so burdensome?
In Numbers 11:14-15 it reads....I am not able to bear all this people alone, because it is too heavy for me. And if thou deal thus with me, kill me, I pray thee....
From Come Follow Me:
Even on foot, it wouldn’t normally take 40 years to travel from the wilderness of Sinai to the promised land in Canaan. But that’s how long the children of Israel needed, not to cover the geographical distance but to cover the spiritual distance: the distance between who they were and who the Lord needed them to become as His covenant people.
The book of Numbers describes some of what happened during those 40 years, including lessons the children of Israel needed to learn before entering the promised land. They learned about being faithful to the Lord’s chosen servants (see Numbers 12). They learned about trusting the Lord’s power, even when the future seems hopeless (see Numbers 13–14). And they learned that being faithless or untrusting brings spiritual harm, but they could repent and look to the Savior for healing (see Numbers 21:4–9).
We’re all like the Israelites in some ways. We all know what it’s like to be in a spiritual wilderness, and the same lessons they learned can help us prepare to enter our own promised land: eternal life with our Heavenly Father.
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A little bit late but here we are with this weeks Come Follow Me Podcast.
As you will see in this episode, we do not pretend to be scholars of the scriptures. As a matter of fact we even turn to Google for an answer at one point in the show. Hey, we are not ashamed....LOL. We understand our role in this podcast world. That is hopefully to shed some spiritual insight into likening the scriptures to our day and our personal lives while having some good times discussing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Enjoy the show.
From Come Follow Me:
Leaving Egypt—as important and miraculous as that was—didn’t fully accomplish God’s purposes for the children of Israel. Even future prosperity in the promised land wasn’t God’s ultimate objective for them. These were only steps toward what God really wanted for His people: “Ye shall be holy: for I the Lord your God am holy” (Leviticus 19:2). How did God seek to make His people holy when they had known nothing but captivity for generations? He commanded them to create a place of holiness to the Lord—a tabernacle in the wilderness. He gave them covenants and laws to guide their actions and, ultimately, to change their hearts. And when they fell short in their efforts to keep those laws, He commanded them to make animal sacrifices to symbolize atonement for their sins. All of this was meant to point their minds, their hearts, and their lives toward the Savior and the redemption He offers. He is the true path to holiness, for the Israelites and for us. We have all spent some time in the captivity of sin, and we are all invited to repent—to leave sin behind and follow Jesus Christ, who has promised, “I am able to make you holy” (Doctrine and Covenants 60:7).
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Join us this week as we discuss why The Children of Israel reverted back to their old ways of worshiping idols when Moses was gone longer than expected, the difference between righteous anger and unrighteous anger, and how God applied mercy in Old Testament times.
From Come Follow Me:
There was reason to be hopeful that the children of Israel would remain true to God after He revealed His law to them (see Exodus 20–23). Even though they had murmured and wavered in the past, when Moses read the law at the foot of Mount Sinai, they made this covenant: “All that the Lord hath said will we do, and be obedient” (Exodus 24:7). God then called Moses onto the mountain, telling him to build a tabernacle so “that I may dwell among them” (Exodus 25:8; see chapters 25–30).
But while Moses was at the top of the mountain learning how the Israelites could have God’s presence among them, the Israelites were at the bottom of the mountain making a golden idol to worship instead. They had just promised to “have no other gods,” yet they “turned aside quickly” from God’s commandments (Exodus 20:3; 32:8; see also Exodus 24:3). It was a surprising turn, but we know from experience that faith and commitment can sometimes be overcome by impatience, fear, or doubt. As we seek the Lord’s presence in our lives, it is encouraging to know that the Lord did not give up on ancient Israel and He will not give up on us—for He is “merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth” (Exodus 34:6). #ldspodcast #oldtestament #comefollowme #hearhim #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #churchofjesuschrist #biblestudy #moses #thetencommandments #christianpodcast #christianleadership #thegospel #mormon #scripturestudy
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Join us this week as we discuss Moses' willingness to follow the counsel of his father-in-law Jethro, to delegate the one on one counseling and judging he was doing, the spiritual preparations for the people to hear the voice of the Lord, and the introduction of the 10 commandments. As always, we look for ways to apply the principles we are discussing to our personal lives. We hope you are doing the same.
From Come Follow Me:
The Israelites’ journey from Egypt to the foot of Mount Sinai was filled with miracles—undeniable manifestations of the Lord’s matchless power, love, and mercy. However, the Lord had blessings in store for them that went beyond freeing them from Egypt and satisfying their physical hunger and thirst. He wanted them to become His covenant people, His “peculiar treasure,” and a “holy nation” (Exodus 19:5–6). Today, the blessings of this covenant extend beyond just one nation or people. God wants all of His children to become His covenant people, to “obey [His] voice indeed, and keep [His] covenant” (Exodus 19:5), for He shows His mercy “unto thousands of them that love [Him], and keep [His] commandments” (Exodus 20:6).
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The life of Jesus Christ “is central to all human history” (“The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles,” ChurchofJesusChrist.org). What does that mean? In part, it surely means that the Savior’s life influences the eternal destiny of every human being who has ever lived or will ever live. You might also say that the life and mission of Jesus Christ, culminating in His Resurrection on that first Easter Sunday, connects all of God’s people throughout history: Those who were born before Christ looked forward to Him with faith (see Jacob 4:4), and those born after look back on Him with faith. As we read Old Testament accounts and prophecies, we don’t ever see the name Jesus Christ, but we do see the evidence of the ancient believers’ faith in and longing for their Messiah and Redeemer. So we who are invited to remember Him can feel a connection with those who looked forward to Him. For truly Jesus Christ has borne “the iniquity of us all” (Isaiah 53:6; italics added), and “in Christ shall all be made alive” (1 Corinthians 15:22; italics added).
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Andrew and Jackson discuss the murmurings and the miracles of the children of Israel as they miraculously escape the hands of the Egyptians and then wonder in the wilderness continuing a pattern of murmurings and miracles. From crossing the Red Sea to water gushing from a rock.
As always, how can we apply this to our day?
From Come Follow Me:
The Israelites were trapped. The Red Sea was on one side, and the army of Pharaoh was advancing on the other. Their escape from Egypt, it seemed, would be short-lived. But God had a message for the Israelites that He wanted them to remember for generations: “Fear ye not. … The Lord shall fight for you” (Exodus 14:13–14).
Since that time, when God’s people have needed faith and courage, they have often turned to this account of Israel’s miraculous deliverance. When Nephi wanted to inspire his brothers, he said, “Let us be strong like unto Moses; for he truly spake unto the waters of the Red Sea and they divided hither and thither, and our fathers came through, out of captivity, on dry ground” (1 Nephi 4:2). When King Limhi wanted his captive people to “lift up [their] heads, and rejoice,” he reminded them of this same story (Mosiah 7:19). When Alma wanted to testify to his son of God’s power, he also referred to this story (see Alma 36:28). And when we need deliverance—when we need a little more faith, when we need to “stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord”—we can remember how “the Lord saved Israel that day out of the hand of the Egyptians” (Exodus 14:13, 30).
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Elder Jeffrey R. Hollands facial expression says it all here. We have no idea what's going through his mind at this point. However, we do know that life does not always result in smiles and giggles. Sometimes, it requires very uncomfortable situations. Sometimes those situations are a result of our defending our beliefs.
Join us in this bonus episode as we discuss the idea and need to defend our beliefs as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. All Christians around the world are having to defend their beliefs more and more as secularism continues to spread. For years, those in the LDS faith have been accustomed to defending their beliefs on two fronts; those from outside Christianity, and those within Christianity. Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints are not always classified as Christians.
In recent years a third front has developed. There has been a very public display of Latter-Day Saints choosing to step away from their faith for one reason or another. As part of their choice to leave, they make it public and try to convince others to do the same. Whether it's based on beliefs, church history, or both, there is a very public attack on members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Jackson poses a question to Marcus and Andrew about the responsibility or need for members of the LDS faith to actively defend their beliefs. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, in a General Conference address, points out that there is a need to defend your beliefs. Although, he encourages us to be courteous about it, the faith needs defending.
What are your thoughts on actively defending our beliefs? Should we seek out social media conversations? Should we seek out individuals? Or do we only defend when confronted?
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Join us this week as we discuss the Plagues placed upon the Pharaoh and his people as he attempted to keep the children of Israel under his reign.
From Come Follow Me:
Plague after plague afflicted Egypt, but Pharaoh still refused to release the Israelites. And yet God continued to demonstrate His power and give Pharaoh opportunities to accept “that I am the Lord” and “there is none like me in all the earth” (Exodus 7:5; 9:14). Meanwhile, Moses and the Israelites must have watched with awe at these manifestations of God’s power in their behalf. Surely these continued signs confirmed their faith in God and strengthened their willingness to follow God’s prophet. Then, after nine terrible plagues had failed to free the Israelites, it was the tenth plague—the death of the firstborn, including Pharaoh’s firstborn—that finally ended the captivity. This seems fitting because in every case of spiritual captivity, there truly is only one way to escape. No matter what else we may have tried in the past, it is with us as it was with the children of Israel. It is only the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, the Firstborn—the blood of the Lamb without blemish—that will save us.
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This week we discuss Moses' rise to biblical stardom. Moses was raised as an orphan. Kinda, but not really, as his mother decreed a plan that would save his life and allow her to be heavily involved in rearing him. We discuss Moses taking the life of an Egyptian and the historical settings from different sources as found in the Old Testament Institute manual. We also discuss Moses' continuous attempts to get out of what The Lord would have him do. Sometimes I feel like we do the same thing. Moses didn't want to be tested, he didn't want to be the leader of the children of Israel. He was not confident in his ability to do that. Yes, we all have insecurities that we have to deal with. If we face them with the faith in The Lord, we can take those weaknesses and make them strong.
From Come Follow Me:
The invitation to live in Egypt literally saved Jacob’s family. But after hundreds of years, their descendants were enslaved and terrorized by a new pharaoh “who knew not Joseph” (Exodus 1:8). It would have been natural for the Israelites to wonder why God allowed this to happen to them, His covenant people. Did He remember the covenant He had made with them? Were they still His people? Could He see how much they were suffering?
There may be times when you’ve felt like asking similar questions. You might wonder, Does God know what I’m going through? Can He hear my pleas for help? The story in Exodus of Israel’s deliverance from Egypt answers such questions clearly: God does not forget His people. He remembers His covenants with us and will fulfill them in His own time and way (see Doctrine and Covenants 88:68). “I will redeem you with a stretched out arm,” He declares. “I am the Lord your God, which bringeth you out from under [your] burdens” (Exodus 6:6–7).
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This week we explore the 2nd half of one of the most iconic biblical stories known to man. Joseph was sold into Egypt as a slave by his brothers who were jealous of their father's favoritism toward him. Joseph has had some time to work out the emotional trauma he experienced from it. Surprisingly and shockingly, his brothers travel to Egypt in search of grain due to the famine. What is Joseph's reaction? How does he handle the situation? Why does he not inflict revenge upon them? He exercises some some great wisdom and leadership qualities as he works through this unexpected reunion with his brothers.
From Come Follow Me:
It had been about 22 years since Joseph was sold into Egypt by his brothers. He had suffered many trials, including being falsely accused and imprisoned. When he finally saw his brothers again, Joseph was the governor of all Egypt, second only to the pharaoh. He could easily have taken revenge on them, and considering what they had done to Joseph, that might seem understandable. And yet Joseph forgave his brothers. Not only that, but he helped them see divine purpose in his suffering. “God meant it unto good” (Genesis 50:20), he told them, because it put him in a position to save “all his father’s household” (Genesis 47:12) from famine.
In many ways, Joseph’s life parallels that of Jesus Christ. Even though our sins caused Him great suffering, the Savior offers forgiveness, delivering all of us from a fate far worse than famine. Whether we need to receive forgiveness or extend it—at some point we all need to do both—Joseph’s example points us to the Savior, the true source of healing and reconciliation.
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This week Andrew and Jackson review the story of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Why was he the most favored? Why were the brothers jealous? What do we do when we feel like we are doing everything right but everything is going wrong. Trust in the Lord!
Sometimes bad things happen to good people. Life teaches us that lesson clearly, and so does the life of Joseph, the son of Jacob. He was heir to the covenant God had made with his fathers, but he was hated by his brothers and sold into slavery. He refused to compromise his integrity when approached by Potiphar’s wife and so was cast into prison. It seemed that the more faithful he was, the more hardship he faced. But all this adversity was not a sign of God’s disapproval. In fact, through it all, “the Lord was with him” (Genesis 39:3). Joseph’s life was a manifestation of this important truth: God will not forsake us. “Following the Savior will not remove all of your trials,” President Dieter F. Uchtdorf taught. “However, it will remove the barriers between you and the help your Heavenly Father wants to give you. God will be with you” (“A Yearning for Home,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017, 22). #josephandthecoatofmanycolors #thecoatofmanycolors #dreams #visions #oldtestament #comefollowme #gospelgrowth #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #ldspodcast #christianpodcast #hearhim #mormonsandchristians
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Chapters 28 and 32 of Genesis tell of two spiritual experiences that the prophet Jacob had. Both happened in the wilderness but under very different circumstances. In the first experience, Jacob was traveling to his mother’s homeland to find a wife and, along the way, spent the night on a pillow of stones. He may not have expected to find the Lord in such a desolate place, but God revealed Himself to Jacob in a life-changing dream, and Jacob declared, “Surely the Lord is in this place; and I knew it not” (Genesis 28:16). Years later, Jacob found himself in the wilderness again. This time, he was on his way back to Canaan, facing a potentially deadly reunion with his angry brother, Esau. But Jacob knew that when he needed a blessing, he could seek the Lord, even in the wilderness (see Genesis 32).
You may find yourself in your own wilderness seeking a blessing from God. Maybe your wilderness is a difficult family relationship, such as Jacob had. Maybe you feel distant from God or feel that you need a blessing. Sometimes the blessing comes unexpectedly; other times it is preceded by a wrestle. Whatever your need, you can discover that even in your wilderness, “the Lord is in this place.”
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This week we discuss Rebekah's faith, service, and inspiring acts that made her a wonderful companion to Isaac. We look into the details and possibilities behind Esau giving up his birth right to his younger twin brother Jacob. We discuss the potential reasons behind Rebekah's decision to deceive her husband Isaac into giving Jacob the blessing of the priesthood over Esau, the first born son. We have a lot of fun with this discussion but it's all experiencing some gospel growth and good times!!
God’s covenant with Abraham included the promise that through Abraham and his posterity “shall all the families of the earth be blessed” (Abraham 2:11). That’s not a promise that could be fulfilled in one generation: in many ways, the Bible is the story of God’s ongoing fulfilment of His promise. And He began by renewing the covenant with the family of Isaac and Rebekah. Through their experiences, we learn something about being part of the covenant. Their examples teach us about kindness, patience, and trust in God’s promised blessings. And we learn that it’s well worth giving up any worldly “pottage” (Genesis 25:30) in order to secure God’s blessings for ourselves and our children for generations to come.
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Saying it and Living it, are two different things. It's really easy to say "nothing is too hard for The Lord" but when you have to put that into practice at a critical time in your life, that's where the rubber meets the road.
Join us this week as we discuss the trials of Abraham, Sarah, Hagar, Ishmael, and Isaac. We look at how we can apply their life struggles to our life struggles. The Lord knows each of us, he knows our temptations and trials. What will we learn from those trials.
Finally, we discuss the Abrahamic test. What might have been going through Abraham's mind or Isaac's mind as they traveled to a place to offer up a sacrifice. Do we all have to experience some type of Abrahamic test? Will they be on the same level? If one person is not tested as another, does that person qualify for the same blessings of Heaven.
We try to offer some answers to these questions as we discuss this weeks come follow me lesson.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
Abraham’s life, filled with events both heartbreaking and heartwarming, is evidence of a truth Abraham learned in a vision—that we are on earth to be proven, “to see if [we] will do all things whatsoever the Lord [our] God shall command” (Abraham 3:25). Would Abraham himself prove faithful? Would he continue to have faith in God’s promise of a large posterity, even when he and Sarah were still childless in their old age? And once Isaac was born, would Abraham’s faith endure the unthinkable—a command to sacrifice the very son through whom God had promised to fulfill that covenant? Abraham did prove faithful. Abraham trusted God, and God trusted Abraham. In Genesis 18–23, we find stories from the lives of Abraham and others that can prompt us to think about our own ability to believe God’s promises, to flee wickedness and never look back, and to trust God regardless of the sacrifice.
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From Come Follow Me Manual:
Because of the covenant God made with him, Abraham has been called “the father of the faithful” (Doctrine and Covenants 138:41) and “the Friend of God” (James 2:23). Millions today honor him as their direct ancestor, and others have been adopted into his family through conversion to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Yet Abraham himself came from a troubled family—his father, who had abandoned the true worship of God, tried to have Abraham sacrificed to false gods. In spite of this, Abraham’s desire was “to be a greater follower of righteousness” (Abraham 1:2), and the account of his life shows that God honored his desire. Abraham’s life stands as a testimony that no matter what a person’s family history has been, the future can be filled with hope.
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Join us this week as we discuss Noah's generation, the flood, the ark, and listening to the prophets then and now. We discuss the Tower of Babel and what the people's purpose was in building the tower. Marcus "the gunslinger" is quarantined due to a recent bout of "The Corona" but as we've stated before, it's hard to contain him. Marcus makes his way onto the show with a visit via Zoom during the show.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
Generations of Bible readers have been inspired by the story of Noah and the Flood. But we who live in the latter days have special reason to pay attention to it. When Jesus Christ taught how we should watch for His Second Coming, He said, “As it was in the days of Noah, so it shall be also at the coming of the Son of Man” (Joseph Smith—Matthew 1:41). In addition, phrases that describe Noah’s day, like “corrupt” and “filled with violence,” could just as easily be describing our time (Genesis 6:12–13; Moses 8:28). The story of the Tower of Babel also feels applicable to our day, with its description of pride followed by confusion and division among God’s children.
These ancient accounts are valuable not just because they show us that wickedness repeats itself throughout history. More important, they teach us what to do about it. Noah “found grace in the eyes of the Lord” (Moses 8:27) despite the wickedness around him. And the families of Jared and his brother turned to the Lord and were led away from the wickedness in Babel (see Ether 1:33–43). If we wonder how to keep ourselves and our families safe during our own time of corruption and violence, the familiar stories in these chapters have much to teach us.
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I've had a certain though on my mind for quite sometime now. It involves leadership in the home. One of my thoughts on leadership in the home revolves around communication and the need for it. I consider myself a below average communicator especially when it comes to discussing things of the heart and that involve a lot of emotion. My wife and I are doing our best to rear our children in the Lord's way. One thing that we have started and hope to continue is applying the principal of having a regular family council.
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Join us this week as we discuss the amazing faith of Enoch, what he saw in his vision with God, and how he built a Zion people. We also discuss the possibility of building a Zion people today and where we should start.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
Throughout history, people have tried to achieve what Enoch and his people accomplished: building an ideal society where there is no poverty or violence. As God’s people, we share this desire. We call it building Zion, and it includes—in addition to caring for the poor and promoting peace—making covenants, dwelling together in righteousness, and becoming one with each other and with Jesus Christ, “the King of Zion” (Moses 7:53). Because the work of establishing Zion continues in our day, it’s helpful to ask, How did Enoch and his people do it? How did they become “of one heart and one mind” (Moses 7:18) despite the wickedness around them? Among the many details Moses 7 gives us about Zion, a particularly valuable one for Latter-day Saints might be this: Zion is not just a city—it is a condition of the heart and spirit. Zion, as the Lord has taught, is “the pure in heart” (Doctrine and Covenants 97:21). So perhaps the best way to build Zion is to start in our own hearts and homes.
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Join us this week as we discuss the story of Enoch and how the significance of remembering through record keeping helps us stay close to the Gospel of Jesus Christ!
From Come Follow Me Manual:
Most of Genesis 5 is a list of the generations between Adam and Eve and Noah. We read a lot of names, but we don’t learn much about them. Then we read about Enoch, six generations from Adam, who is described with this intriguing but unexplained line: “And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him” (Genesis 5:24). Surely there’s a story behind that. But without further explanation, the list of generations resumes.
Thankfully, Moses 6 reveals the details of Enoch’s story—and it’s quite a story. We learn of Enoch’s humility, his insecurities, the potential God saw in him, and the great work he performed as God’s prophet. We also get a clearer picture of the family of Adam and Eve as it progressed through the generations. We read of Satan’s “great dominion” but also of parents who taught children “the ways of God” and of “preachers of righteousness” who “spake and prophesied” (Moses 6:15, 21, 23). Especially precious is what we learn about the doctrine these parents and preachers taught: faith, repentance, baptism, and receiving the Holy Ghost (see Moses 6:50–52). That doctrine, like the priesthood that accompanies it, “was in the beginning [and] shall be in the end of the world also” (Moses 6:7).
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0:00 - 3:21 Intro and The Fall
3:21 - Transgression vs. Sin
6:52 - Was there any goodness in Satan's desire to save all of God's children?
14:38 - Spiritual Separation from God, The Atonement, Recognizing our mistakes
17:20 - Cain's offering vs. Abel's offering - Why didn't God accept Cain's offering?
19:38 - Enmity placed between Satan and The Seed of the Woman - Who would win the battle between You and Satan, Do we have the strength to face him alone?
25:42 - I know not save The Lord commanded me.
34:24 - Satan and the Serpent, subtle creatures.
Bonus Material Discussion
37:00 - What are we to make of Cain's curse to walk the earth until the Savior's return. Bigfoot, Sasquatch, Yetti, Harry and the Hendersons and the couple of written accounts of members of the church having encounters with who could have been Cain himself.
From Come Follow Me:
At first, the story of the Fall of Adam and Eve might seem like a tragedy. Adam and Eve were cast out of the beautiful Garden of Eden. They were thrown into a world where pain, sorrow, and death are ever present (see Genesis 3:16–19). And they were separated from their Heavenly Father. But because of the truths restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith in the book of Moses, we know that the story of Adam and Eve is actually one of hope—and an essential part of God’s plan for His children.
The Garden of Eden was beautiful. But Adam and Eve needed something more than beautiful surroundings. They needed—and we all need—an opportunity to grow. Leaving the Garden of Eden was the necessary first step toward returning to God and eventually becoming like Him. That meant facing opposition, making mistakes, learning to repent, and trusting the Savior, whose Atonement makes possible progression and “the joy of our redemption” (Moses 5:11). So when you read about the Fall of Adam and Eve, focus not on the seeming tragedy but on the possibilities—not on the paradise Adam and Eve lost but on the glory their choice allows us to receive.
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0:00 - 2:00 - Intro
2:00 - God's Council and Creation
10:45 - Creation from organized matter - 2nd law of Thermo-Dynamics and Quantum Mechanics
18:30 - All materials and substance created for the use of the earth - Are we and can we ever be over populated
23:30 - Sabbath Day - Career planning around the Sabbath Day -
40:00 - end of the Come Follow Me Episode and beginning of Bonus Material Discussion
From Come Follow Me Curriculum Manual:
Because the world around us is so beautiful and majestic, it is hard to imagine the earth when it was “without form, and void,” “empty and desolate” (Genesis 1:2; Abraham 4:2). One thing the Creation story teaches us is that God can make something magnificent out of something unorganized. That’s helpful to remember when life seems chaotic. Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are Creators, and Their creative work with us is not finished. They can make light shine in dark moments in our lives. They can form solid ground in the midst of life’s stormy seas. They can command the elements, and if we obey Their word like the elements did, They can transform us into the beautiful creations we were meant to be. That’s part of what it means to be created in God’s image, after His likeness (see Genesis 1:26). We have the potential to become like Him: exalted, glorified, celestial beings.
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This year we study and discuss the great stories of the Old Testament. From the creation of the Heavens and The Earth, to Moses parting the red sea and rescuing the children of Israel to David and Goliath, and the hard to understand words of Isaiah. Please join us each week as we share some of our thoughts.
There has never been a need greater than now to join as Christians in spreading God's word and helping people draw closer to Jesus Christ. This is our small way of trying to do just that. There may be some differences of opinion on doctrinal points and beliefs but one thing is for certain, Jesus Christ is the Savior of the world and no man or woman can get to Heaven without Him!
May God bless each and everyone of you in 2022!!
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Join us for our 1st episode of the year with Come Follow Me Old Testament. We discuss our identity as Children of God and the difference between Foreordination and Predestination.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
The Bible begins with the words “in the beginning God created the heaven and the earth” (Genesis 1:1). But what was there before this “beginning”? And why did God create all of this? Through the Prophet Joseph Smith, the Lord has shed light on these questions.
For example, He gave us the record of a vision in which Abraham saw our existence as spirits “before the world was” (see Abraham 3:22–28). The Lord also gave us an inspired translation or revision of the first six chapters of Genesis, called the book of Moses—which doesn’t begin with “in the beginning.” Instead, it begins with an experience Moses had that provides some context for the well-known Creation story. Together, these latter-day scriptures are a good place to start our study of the Old Testament because they address some fundamental questions that can frame our reading: Who is God? Who are we? What is God’s work, and what is our place in it? The opening chapters of Genesis could be seen as the Lord’s response to Moses’s request: “Be merciful unto thy servant, O God, and tell me concerning this earth, and the inhabitants thereof, and also the heavens” (Moses 1:36).
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Join Kenny and Jackson as they discuss New Years Resolutions and how they relate to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Kenny shares with us some of knowledge and experience working with individuals and setting goals. We discuss the reasons behind success and failures of New Years Resolutions. Do they work for people? Do they not work and why not?
We discuss the reaction of the brain when we are successful in achieving a task. What is dopamine and serotonin and what do they have to do with our success and eventual outcomes of tasks and goals.
Where does the desire to be better than before come from? Does it come from Christ? How does the atonement relate to New Years Resolutions.
We also share a few interesting statistics about New Years Resolutions.
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Join us this week on our 100th Episode of our Come Follow Me Discussions.
President Dallin H. Oaks said: “I believe our attitude toward and use of the family proclamation is [a test] for this generation. I pray for all Latter-day Saints to stand firm in that test” (“The Plan and the Proclamation,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017, 31). Ponder these words as you study the family proclamation this week.
The Articles of Faith:
In the 200 years since Joseph Smith’s First Vision, God has continued to give “revelation upon revelation, knowledge upon knowledge” to the leaders of His Church (Doctrine and Covenants 42:61). In some cases, that revelation directed Church leaders to make changes to the policies and practices of the Church, “according as the Lord will, suiting his mercies according to the conditions of the children of men” (Doctrine and Covenants 46:15). Official Declarations 1 and 2 represent this kind of revelation—one led to the end of the practice of plural marriage, and the other made the blessings of the priesthood, including temple blessings, available to people of all races. Changes like these are part of what it means to have a “true and living church” (Doctrine and Covenants 1:30), with a true and living prophet.
But there are also things that don’t change—foundational, eternal truths. And sometimes the purpose of revelation is to cast additional light on these truths, helping us see them more clearly. The Articles of Faith—Joseph Smith’s 13 concise statements of what Latter-day Saints believe—seem to serve this clarifying purpose. Both types of revelation guide and bless the Church, a Church that is solidly founded on eternal truth yet capable of growth and change as the Lord increases our understanding to help us meet today’s challenges. In other words, “We believe all that God has revealed, all that He does now reveal, and we believe that He will yet reveal many great and important things pertaining to the Kingdom of God” (Articles of Faith 1:9).
Official Declarations 1 & 2 and The Family, A Proclamation To The World:
Even before we were born, we were part of a family—the family of our Heavenly Parents. When it came time to leave Their presence, it must have been comforting to know that on earth, families would also be part of God’s plan. The pattern on earth is meant to echo the perfect pattern in heaven.
There are no guarantees that earthly families will be ideal or even functional. But as President Henry B. Eyring taught, families “give God’s children the best chance to be welcomed to the world with the only love on earth that comes close to what we felt in heaven—parental love” (“Gathering the Family of God,” Ensign or Liahona, May 2017, 20). Knowing that families are imperfect and subject to attacks from the adversary, God sent His Beloved Son to redeem us and heal our families. And He sent latter-day prophets with a proclamation to defend and strengthen families. If we follow the prophets and put faith in the Savior, even though mortal families fall short of the divine ideal, there’s hope for families—on earth and in heaven.
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Join us this week as we discuss the miraculous revelation received by President Joseph F. Smith and the back ground leading up to the revelation. We also discuss a very special occasion for Sister Susa Young Gates, a close friend of Joseph F. Smith and how she was able to partake of the revelation prior to it being released to the church.
From Come Follow Me:
The revelations recorded in Doctrine and Covenants 137 and 138 are separated by more than 80 years and 1,500 miles. Section 137 was received by the Prophet Joseph Smith in 1836 in the unfinished Kirtland Temple, and section 138 was received by Joseph F. Smith, sixth President of the Church, in 1918 in Salt Lake City. But doctrinally, these two visions belong side by side. They both answer questions about the destiny of God’s children in the next life. And both take on added depth of meaning when we consider the life experiences of the prophets who received them.
Joseph Smith’s vision helped him understand the eternal destiny of his beloved brother Alvin, who had died six years before the authority to baptize was restored. Questions about Alvin’s eternal salvation had stayed with Joseph ever since. Joseph F. Smith’s vision revealed glorious truths about the spirit world—surely a comforting revelation to one who had grieved the deaths of many close family members. Joseph F. Smith lost his father, Hyrum Smith, at age 5 and his mother, Mary Fielding Smith, at age 13. By the time of his vision in 1918, he had mourned the passing of 13 children.
Many questions that people have about life after death are answered in these revelations. Section 137 casts some initial light on such questions, and section 138 opens the curtains even wider. Together, they testify of “the great and wonderful love made manifest by the Father and the Son” (Doctrine and Covenants 138:3).
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From Come Follow Me
The afternoon of June 27, 1844, found Joseph and Hyrum Smith in jail once again, accompanied by John Taylor and Willard Richards. They believed they were innocent of any crime, but they submitted to arrest, hoping to prevent violence against the Saints in Nauvoo. This wasn’t the first time that enemies of the Church had put the Prophet Joseph in prison, but this time he seemed to know that he would not return alive. He and his friends tried to comfort each other by reading from the Book of Mormon and singing hymns. Then gunshots were heard, and within a few minutes the mortal lives of Joseph Smith and his brother Hyrum had come to an end.
And yet it was not the end of the divine cause they had embraced. And it was not the end of the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. There was more work to do and more revelation that would guide the Church forward. Killing the Prophet could not kill the work of God.
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Barry and Emily Bennett take a trip down memory lane as they share their experience of adopting 4 awesome kids. They were sealed in the Orlando, FL temple and had plans to start growing their own family just a couple of years after they were married. After realizing their dreams would not be fulfilled in the way they had imagined, they turned to adoption but it wasn't without some resistance from Emily at first. Emily shares how that all changed in an instant when hearing spirit speak to her. Little did they know that after their first adoption was complete, their family was not. The Lord had 3 more children in mind for them. Take a walk down memory lane as Barry and Emily share the ups and downs, the laughs and the cries, and how they relied upon the Lord through it all while building an eternal family through adoption.
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Join us this week as we discuss the following sections and really dial in on section 134 where the church pleads their case before the US government seeking for help and relief from the current mobs.
From Come Follow Me:
When the Church was barely 19 months old, the Prophet Joseph Smith and other Church leaders laid out ambitious plans to compile God’s latter-day revelations into one volume and print 10,000 copies—double the first print run of the Book of Mormon. Unfortunately, high costs tempered these plans, and mobs attacked the Church’s press while printing was in progress. They scattered the unbound pages, and although courageous Saints preserved some of them, no complete copies of the Book of Commandments are known to have survived.
What we now know as section 133 of the Doctrine and Covenants was meant to be the appendix to the Book of Commandments, like an exclamation point at the end of the Lord’s published revelations. It warns of a coming day of judgment and the call found throughout modern revelation: flee worldliness, as symbolized by Babylon; build Zion; prepare for the Second Coming; and spread this message “unto every nation, and kindred, and tongue, and people” (verse 37). While the original plans for the Book of Commandments were not fulfilled, this revelation is a reminder and a witness that the Lord’s work cannot be thwarted, “for he shall make bare his holy arm … , and all the ends of the earth shall see the salvation of their God” (verse 3).
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Join us this week as we discuss the difference between righteous spirits and evil spirits. We also discuss the revelation of polygamy and the struggles it caused for the early saints.
From Come Follow Me:
Brigham Young once said of Joseph Smith, “He could reduce heavenly things to the understanding of the finite” (in Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, 499–500). This seems especially true of the Prophet’s teachings in Nauvoo in the 1840s, some of which are recorded in Doctrine and Covenants 129–32. What is the Savior like? “He is a man like ourselves.” What is heaven like? “That same sociality which exists among us here will exist among us there” (Doctrine and Covenants 130:1–2), and our most cherished family relationships in this world, if sealed by the proper authority, “shall be of full force” in the next world (Doctrine and Covenants 132:19). Truths like these can make heaven feel less distant—glorious, yet reachable.
But then, sometimes God may ask us to do things that are so uncomfortable that they do seem unreachable. For many early Saints, plural marriage was one such commandment. The commandment to marry additional wives was a severe trial of faith for Joseph Smith, his wife Emma, and almost everyone who received it. To make it through this trial, they needed more than just favorable feelings about the restored gospel; they needed faith in God that went far deeper than any personal desires or biases. The commandment no longer stands today, but the faithful example of those who lived it still does. And that example inspires us when we are asked to make our own “sacrifices in obedience” (Doctrine and Covenants 132:50).
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Join us this week as we discuss in depth section 126, and the background that provides the context to this very short revelation given to Brigham Young. Wait till you hear about the sacrifices his wife Mary Ann made while he faithfully served the Lord domestically and abroad.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
In August 1840, a grieving Jane Neyman listened to the Prophet Joseph speak at the funeral of his friend Seymour Brunson. Jane’s own teenage son Cyrus had also recently passed away. Adding to her grief was the fact that Cyrus had never been baptized, and Jane worried what this would mean for his eternal soul. Joseph knew how she felt; he had wondered the same thing about his beloved brother Alvin, who also died before being baptized. So the Prophet decided to share with Jane, and everyone else at the funeral, what the Lord had revealed to him about those who had died without receiving the ordinances of the gospel—and what we can do to help them.
The doctrine of baptism for the dead thrilled the Saints; their thoughts turned immediately to deceased parents, grandparents, and other family members. Now there was hope for them! Joseph shared their joy, and he used joyful, enthusiastic language to express what the Lord taught him about the salvation of the dead: “Let the mountains shout for joy, and all ye valleys cry aloud; and all ye seas and dry lands tell the wonders of your Eternal King!” (Doctrine and Covenants 128:23).
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Uncle Andrew is back with us.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
As difficult as the last six years had been for the Saints, things started to look up in the spring of 1839: The refugee Saints had found compassion among the citizens of Quincy, Illinois. Guards had allowed the Prophet Joseph Smith and other Church leaders to escape captivity in Missouri. And the Church had just purchased land in Illinois where the Saints could gather again. Yes, it was swampy, mosquito-infested land, but compared to the challenges the Saints had already faced, this probably seemed manageable. So they drained the swamp and drafted a charter for a new city, which they named Nauvoo. It means “beautiful” in Hebrew, though it was more an expression of faith than an accurate description, at least at first. Meanwhile, the Lord was impressing His Prophet with a sense of urgency. He had more truths and ordinances to restore, and He needed a holy temple where the Saints could receive them. In many ways, these same feelings of faith and urgency are important in the Lord’s work today.
While Nauvoo did become a beautiful city with a beautiful temple, both were eventually abandoned. But the Lord’s truly beautiful work, all along, has been to “crown you with honor, immortality, and eternal life” (Doctrine and Covenants 124:55), and that work never ends.
Better Late Than Never:
From Come Follow Me Manual:
The bottom level of the county jail in Liberty, Missouri, was known as the dungeon. The walls were thick, the stone floor was cold and filthy, the food—what there was of it—was rotten, and the only light came from two narrow, iron-barred windows near the ceiling. This dungeon is where Joseph Smith and a few of his brethren spent most of their imprisonment—four frigid months during the winter of 1838–39—awaiting trial for charges of treason against the state of Missouri. During this time, Joseph was constantly receiving news about the suffering of the Saints. The peace and optimism of Far West had lasted only a few months, and now the Saints were homeless once again, driven into the wilderness in search of yet another place to start over—this time with their Prophet in prison.
No wonder Joseph Smith cried out, “O God, where art thou?” The answers he received, the “knowledge from heaven” that came “pouring down” in that miserable jail, demonstrate that although it may not always feel like it, God is never far away. No power can “stay the heavens,” the Prophet learned. “God shall be with [His faithful Saints] forever and ever.” (Doctrine and Covenants 121:1, 33; 122:9.)
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From Come Follow Me Manual:
There was reason to be optimistic about the Saints’ newest gathering place, Far West, Missouri, in July 1838. The city was growing rapidly, the land seemed bountiful, and it was revealed that a short distance to the north lay Adam-ondi-Ahman, a place of great spiritual significance (see Doctrine and Covenants 107:53–56; 116). Still, it must have been hard for the Saints not to think about what they had lost. They had been driven from Independence, the appointed center place of Zion, and the chances of returning anytime soon probably seemed slim. In addition, the Saints had to flee Kirtland, Ohio, leaving their beloved temple after only two years. And this time it wasn’t just enemies outside the Church causing trouble—many prominent members had turned against Joseph Smith, including the Three Witnesses of the Book of Mormon and four members of the Twelve. Some may have wondered, Is the kingdom of God really growing stronger, or is it getting weaker?
Yet the faithful didn’t let questions like that stop them. Instead, they started building a new holy place, this time in Far West. They made plans for a new temple. Four new Apostles were called, including two—John Taylor and Wilford Woodruff—who would later become Presidents of the Church (see Doctrine and Covenants 118:6). The Saints learned that doing God’s work doesn’t mean you never fall; it means you “rise again.” And though you’ll have to give up some things, those sacrifices will be sacred to God, even “more sacred … than [your] increase” (Doctrine and Covenants 117:13).
See Saints, 1:296–99; “Far West and Adam-ondi-Ahman,” Revelations in Context, 235–41.
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Have you ever had a spiritual experience that made you feel confident and secure in your faith—but then life’s afflictions tried your faith, and you found yourself struggling to recover the peace you felt before? Something similar happened to the Saints in Kirtland. Less than a year after the spiritual outpourings connected with the dedication of the Kirtland Temple, troubles arose. A financial crisis, discord in the Quorum of the Twelve, and other trials caused some to waver in their faith.
We can’t avoid trials, so how can we keep them from threatening our faith and testimony? Maybe part of the answer can be found in the Lord’s counsel in Doctrine and Covenants 112, given while adversity in Kirtland was swelling. The Lord said, “Purify your hearts before me” (verse 28), “Rebel not” (verse 15), “Gird up thy loins for the work” (verse 7), and “Be thou humble” (verse 10). As we follow this counsel, the Lord will “lead [us] by the hand” through adversity and into healing and peace (see verses 10, 13).
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Join us this week as we discuss the wonderful visitations of Christ The Lord, Moses, Elias, and Elijah!
From Come Follow Me Manual:
The doors to the Kirtland Temple weren’t supposed to open until 8:00 on the morning of March 27, 1836. But Saints who were hoping to attend the dedication services started lining up as early as 7:00. When the pews and the aisles quickly filled with eager worshippers, Joseph Smith suggested an overflow location. When that filled up, a second session was planned. And it wasn’t just the living who were anxious to be present. Multiple witnesses testified that they saw angels, inside the temple and even on the roof, during and after the dedication. It really did seem that “the armies of heaven” had come to “sing and [to] shout” with the Latter-day Saints (“The Spirit of God,” Hymns, no. 2).
Why the great excitement—on both sides of the veil? The promise that the Saints would be “endowed with power from on high” was one reason they had gathered to Ohio in the first place (Doctrine and Covenants 38:32). And greater things were promised for the future. “This,” the Lord declared, “is the beginning of the blessing which shall be poured out upon the heads of my people” (Doctrine and Covenants 110:10). The era we now live in—with accelerated temple work and ordinances available to millions of the living and the dead—had its beginning in Kirtland, when “the veil o’er the earth [was] beginning to burst” (“The Spirit of God”).
See also Saints, 1:232–41; “A House for Our God,” Revelations in Context, 169–72.
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Join us this week as we discuss the personal conversion story of Warren Cowdery, the organizing of the priesthood offices and quorums, and Lyman Sherman's desire to receive comfort of full forgiveness.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
At first glance, Doctrine and Covenants 107 might seem to be only about organizing priesthood offices into a leadership structure for the Lord’s Church. Indeed, by the time this revelation was published, Church membership was already outgrowing the capacity of the few leaders it had in place. So outlining the roles and responsibilities of the First Presidency, the Quorum of the Twelve, the Seventy, bishops, and quorum presidencies was surely needed and helpful. But there’s so much more to the divine instruction in section 107 than just how to organize priesthood offices and quorums. Here the Lord teaches us about an ancient priesthood order that was “instituted in the days of Adam” (verse 41). Its purpose from the beginning has been to make it possible for God’s children—including you—to receive the saving ordinances of the gospel and enjoy “all the spiritual blessings of the church—to have the privilege of receiving the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven, [and] to have the heavens opened unto them” (verses 18–19).
See “Restoring the Ancient Order,” Revelations in Context, 208–12.
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Join us this week as we continue to discuss the trials of the early saints and how we apply the principles of faithfulness to our lives. Jackson takes the opportunity to share a personal experience of exercising faith in following the prophet.
From Come Follow Me Manual:
The Saints in Kirtland were heartbroken to hear that their brothers and sisters in Jackson County, Missouri, were being driven from their homes. It must have been encouraging, then, when the Lord declared that “the redemption of Zion” would “come by power” (Doctrine and Covenants 103:15). With that promise in their hearts, over 200 men, plus about 25 women and children, enlisted in what they called the Camp of Israel, later known as Zion’s Camp. Its mission was to march to Missouri and redeem Zion.
To the members of the camp, redeeming Zion meant restoring the Saints to their land. But just before the camp arrived in Jackson County, the Lord told Joseph Smith to stop and disband Zion’s Camp. Some members of the camp were confused and upset by this new instruction; to them, it meant the expedition failed and the Lord’s promises were not fulfilled. Others, however, saw it differently. While the exiled Saints never returned to Jackson County, the experience did bring a degree of “redemption” to Zion, and it did “come by power.” Faithful members of Zion’s Camp, many of whom later became leaders of the Church, testified that the experience deepened their faith in God’s power, in Joseph Smith’s divine call, and in Zion—not just Zion the place but Zion the people of God. Rather than questioning the value of this seemingly unsuccessful task, they learned that the real task is to follow the Savior, even when we don’t understand everything. This is how Zion, ultimately, will be redeemed.
See Saints, 1:194–206; “The Acceptable Offering of Zion’s Camp,” Revelations in Context, 213–18.
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Yes, this episode is a couple of days late and we apologize. But here it is. Hope you enjoy!!
For the Saints in the 1830s, Independence, Missouri, was literally the promised land. It was “the center place” of Zion (see Doctrine and Covenants 57:3)—the city of God on earth—which they were making great sacrifices to build. To them, the gathering of Saints there was an exciting and glorious prelude to the Second Coming. But their neighbors in the area saw things differently. They took issue with the claim that God had given the land to the Saints, and they were uncomfortable with the political, economic, and social consequences of so many people from an unfamiliar religion moving into the area so quickly. Soon concern turned into threats, and threats turned into persecution and violence. In July 1833, the Church’s printing office was destroyed, and in November the Saints were forced to abandon their homes in Jackson County, Missouri.
Joseph Smith was over 800 miles away in Kirtland, and this news took weeks to reach him. But the Lord knew what was happening, and He revealed to His Prophet principles of peace and encouragement that would comfort the Saints—principles that can also help us when we face persecution, when our righteous desires go unfulfilled, or when we need a reminder that our daily afflictions will eventually, somehow, “work together for [our] good” (Doctrine and Covenants 98:3).
See Saints, 1:171–93; “Waiting for the Word of the Lord,” Revelations in Context, 196–201.
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Join us this week as Marcus and Jackson discuss the call of The Lord for Joseph to move the church forward in building a Temple, The House of The Lord.
When the Lord commanded Moses to build a tabernacle, He told Moses to “make all things according to the pattern shewed to [him] in the mount” (Hebrews 8:5; see also Exodus 25:8–9). The tabernacle was to be the center of Israel’s wilderness camp (see Numbers 2:1–2). Later, God commanded Solomon and his people to build a temple according to a pattern He revealed (see 1 Chronicles 28:12, 19).
As the Lord restored the fulness of the gospel, He commanded Joseph Smith to build temples according to a revealed pattern. “Let the house be built, not after the manner of the world,” the Lord declared. “Let it be built after the manner which I shall show” (Doctrine and Covenants 95:13–14; see also 97:10). Like the tabernacle in the wilderness, the temple was meant to be a central feature in Kirtland (see Doctrine and Covenants 94:1).
Today houses of the Lord are found around the world. Even if they are not at the center of our cities, they can be central in our lives. Though each temple differs in appearance, within them we learn the same divine pattern—a heavenly plan to bring us back into the presence of God. Sacred, eternal ordinances help us build our lives and strengthen our families “not after the manner of the world” but after the pattern God shows us.
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Join us this week as we discuss section 93 and say goodbye to Heidi....at least on a weekly basis. She may make an appearance every once in a while down the road. We thank Heidi for sharing her time, insights, humor, and weight lifting analogies with us!!
“When you climb up a ladder,” Joseph Smith taught, “you must begin at the bottom, and ascend step by step, until you arrive at the top; and so it is with the principles of the gospel—you must begin with the first, and go on until you learn all the principles of exaltation” (Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith [2007], 268).
Sometimes that ladder of exaltation seems impossibly high, but we were born to climb to the top. Whatever limitations we may see in ourselves, Heavenly Father and His Son see something glorious in us, something godlike. Just as Jesus Christ “was in the beginning with the Father,” so “ye were also” (Doctrine and Covenants 93:21, 23). Just as He “continued from grace to grace, until he received a fulness,” so also “you shall receive grace for grace” (verses 13, 20). The restored gospel teaches us about the true nature of God, and so it also teaches us about ourselves and what we can become. Despite the efforts of the “wicked one” (verse 39)—and despite what you feel you may lack—you are a literal child of God with the potential to “in due time receive of his fulness” (verse 19).
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Come Follow Me Summary:
In the School of the Prophets, the Prophet Joseph Smith taught the elders of Israel about building God’s kingdom on earth. They discussed spiritual truths, prayed together, fasted, and prepared to preach the gospel. But there was something about the atmosphere that might seem odd to us today, and it didn’t seem right to Emma Smith either. During the meetings, the men smoked and chewed tobacco, which wasn’t unusual for the time, but it stained the wood floors black and left a strong odor in the air. Emma shared her concerns with Joseph, and Joseph asked the Lord. The result was a revelation that went far beyond smoke and tobacco stains. It gave the Saints, for generations to come, “a principle with promise”—promises of physical health, “wisdom,” and “great treasures of knowledge” (Doctrine and Covenants 89:3, 19).
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Every so often, the Lord gives us a small glimpse of His boundless “majesty and power” (Doctrine and Covenants 88:47) through sweeping revelations to His prophets. Doctrine and Covenants 88 is such a revelation—one about light and glory and kingdoms that can make our earthly cares seem insignificant by comparison. Even if we can’t grasp all of what the Lord is teaching us, we can at least sense that there’s far more to eternity than what we now comprehend. Of course, the Lord didn’t speak of these grand mysteries to intimidate us or make us feel small. In fact, He promised, “The day shall come when you shall comprehend even God” (verse 49; italics added). Perhaps it was to that lofty end that the Lord urged His Saints in Kirtland to form the School of the Prophets. “Organize yourselves,” He said. “Prepare every needful thing; and establish … a house of God” (verse 119). For it is within God’s holy house—and in our homes—that He can, more than anywhere else, lift our vision beyond the mortal world, “unveil his face unto [us],” and prepare us to “abide a celestial glory” (verses 68, 22).
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oin us this week as we share some personal experiences as it relates to these sections of the Doctrine & Covenants.
Come Follow Me Section Summary:
Christmas Day is usually a time to ponder messages like “peace on earth” and “good will toward men” (see Luke 2:14). But on December 25, 1832, Joseph Smith’s mind was occupied with the threat of war. South Carolina had just defied the United States government and was preparing for battle. And the Lord revealed to Joseph that this was only the beginning: “War,” He declared, “will be poured out upon all nations” (Doctrine and Covenants 87:2). It seemed like this prophecy would be fulfilled very soon.
But then it wasn’t. Within just a few weeks, South Carolina and the U.S. government reached a compromise, and war was averted. But revelation is not always fulfilled at the time or in the way we expect. Nearly 30 years later, long after Joseph Smith was martyred and the Saints had moved west, South Carolina did rebel and civil war followed. Since then, war throughout the world has caused “the earth [to] mourn” (Doctrine and Covenants 87:6). While the prophecy was ultimately fulfilled, the value of this revelation is less in predicting when calamity will come and more in teaching what to do when it does. The counsel is the same in 1831, 1861, and 2021: “Stand ye in holy places, and be not moved” (verse 8).
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This week, we try to keep it between the lines in our new "living room" set up. We discuss section 84, "the priesthood" section. Many men are returning from their missions and sharing success stories. They have much joy in The Lord and their labors. The Lord reveals to them more about the priesthood, what it means to hold the priesthood, and it's power. We discuss the power of the priesthood that women have. This section is not just for the men, but for the sisters also. Join us this week as we get used to our new set up.
Come Follow Me Historical Setting:
Ever since the priesthood was restored in 1829, Latter-day Saints had been blessed by that sacred power. They were baptized, confirmed, and called to serve by priesthood authority, much like we are today. But having access to priesthood power is not the same thing as completely understanding it, and God had more He wanted His Saints to understand—particularly with the coming restoration of temple ordinances. The 1832 revelation on the priesthood, now Doctrine and Covenants 84, expanded the Saints’ vision of what the priesthood really is. And it can do the same for us today. After all, there is a lot to learn about the divine power that holds “the key of the knowledge of God,” that makes manifest “the power of godliness,” and that prepares us to “see the face of God, even the Father, and live”.
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This week we discuss how scriptures that are specifically given to individuals at the time, can be applied to our lives and our circumstances. For example, section 81 was originally given to Jesse Gause. However, he later left the church and this revelation, when published substituted Frederick G. Williams name for Jesse Gause's name.
We discuss the importance of standing in the office in which you have been called and doing it faithfully. Sometimes that is a calling in church, a calling in life, or a situation you are placed in.
Where much is given, much is required. It is true, those who have been given more or know more should be expected to do more.
Finally, we discuss who is supposed to care for those that stand in need. Who has claim upon the church or the Lord's storehouse? Who has the responsibility to watch over the down trodden?
Join us this week as we continue to apply the scriptures to our personal lives.
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The Lord instructs Joseph to organize the "United Firm". A group that would focus advancing the cause of the Lord in the following areas: the publication of church revelations, the purchase of land to gather on, and the care for the poor. Join us this week as we apply the scriptures to our personal lives.
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The Vision, probably the most glorious and most important revelation that sets the church apart from other Christian religions since the coming forth of the Book of Mormon. The vision was given in the midst of other brethren to Sidney Rigdon and Joseph Smith. Join us this week as we discuss how "The Vision" was received among members of the church, non members of the church, and those outside of the church. It was an entirely new and greater understanding of what Heaven and Hell is. We find out what the celestial, terrestrial, and telestial kingdoms are. And what is required to be an outer darkness candidate.
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Joseph Smith faced critics all of his life. He was used to it from the non believers, but it must have been extra difficult when facing criticism from within the church and former members. This week we discuss the falling away of Ezra Booth and his criticism of the prophet Joseph Smith. We also talk about Newel K. Whitney, the 2nd bishop of the church called. He had a few more instructions and direction given to him than did Edward Partridge. Finally, we talk about sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ. Join us this week as we continue to apply the principles we learn to from our study of come follow me to our personal lives.
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Join us as we discuss this weeks come follow me lesson. The elders held a special meeting to discuss publishing the book of commandments, now known as the doctrine and covenants. It was agreed upon that they needed to be published but needed a preface. Many of the brethren were concerned with the inadequacies of Joseph's vocabulary and grammar. The Lord said for them to pick out the weakest revelation and take the wisest among them and if they could write something that was better, then they could use it but if not, they would need to testify of all their truthfulness. Once it was done, all the elders agreed that it could not be done and Joseph's revelations were indeed from The Lord and true.
We go on to discuss the significance that The Lord puts on parenting. Marcus points out that if parents in Zion do not teach their children the gospel, the "sin" and not the "sins" are upon the heads of the parents.
Happy Father's Day!!!
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Join us this week as we discuss this weeks lesson on the commandment to forgive others and the struggles we face to have a willing heart and mind. It's not always easy to drop what we are doing and to be on The Lord's errand. Learning how to do that as often as possible will draw us closer to God.
William McLellin, had questions that only The Lord was aware of. The prophet Joseph Smith answered those questions in section 66. What did William McLellin do with those answers and how did it effect his faithfulness. What do we do with the answers that we receive from The Lord?
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Join us this week as we discuss signs from God, seekers of signs, and what signs do and don't do to our Faith in Jesus Christ. Can we give a sign to God?
We also talk about the state of the church at this time in it's infancy. It's only a little over a year old and the early saints have experienced clashes in personalities, fault finding, and trials of faith. How can we apply their experiences to our current situations and challenges in life?
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This week we discuss the travels of some of the saints travels from Independence, Missouri back to Kirtland, Ohio and other areas. The Elders that had been set apart to teach were not doing much preaching. They were focused on other things such as getting back as well as being fearful of others if they were to preach the word of The Lord from the newly founded Church of Jesus Christ. The Lord rebuked them in that they were to repent and teach the gospel.
He tells them that it did not matter what way they traveled as long as they fulfilled their mission along the way to preach the Gospel.
Join us as we share some personal experiences and how we have likened the scriptures unto ourselves.
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This week we talk about the initial disappointment that was felt by many members of the church when they showed up in Independence, Missouri expecting to see a thriving community of Saints. They later discovered it was not time for them to build the city of Zion. In a revelation to Joseph Smith, The Lord told the saints "Ye cannot behold with your natural eyes, for the present time, the design of your God...and the glory which shall follow after much tribulation."
Many times it is so much harder to keep our eyes on the promised blessings rather than focus on the current tribulation we are experiencing. That's one reason it is important to stay "Anxiously engaged in a good cause" It will help us forget about our current struggles and challenges. Then before we know it, the blessings have come!
What good causes are you "anxiously engaged in"?
We discuss the faith of Polly Knight. We also discuss the sabbath day and what the early saints might have done to keep the sabbath day holy. It easier today to keep it holy or in the early days of the church.
Join us this week as we apply the experiences of the early saints to our own lives.
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Join us this week as we discuss the continued difficulties the saints had of building up the church. All while having to move, purchase new lands and re establish themselves time and time and again. The early saints were challenged physically and spiritually to build of God's Kingdom here on the earth. From Bishop Edward Partridge, Leman Copley, Sidney Gilbert, to Newel Knight, W.W. Phelps, Ezra Thayre, and Thomas B. Marsh. All of these men were faced with their own challenges as The Lord looked for each mean to use their talents, means, and time to build up the Kingdom of God on earth. We find that some were willing to do anything that was required of them while others, although having a willing mind and heart, lacked the courage to fulfill their duties. Let's see what we can learn from these early saints and how we can apply it to our lives. The road traveled is not an easy one.
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Join us this week as we discuss sections 49 and 50. Leman Copley was a Shaker that converted to The Church of Jesus Christ but struggled to live certain aspects of the gospel. We also discuss the different manifestations of the spirit and how some spirits can be evil. Marcus and Andrew share personal experiences from their mission when they participated in the casting out of evil spirits.
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You do not want to miss this discussion!!
Heidi Simpson from Saints In The South sits down with some moms to discuss their true feelings of Mother's Day. As we look to celebrate our mothers this year in 2021, lets look a litter deeper into what it means to be a woman and a mother in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Heidi facilitates a wonderful discussion of the highs and the lows of the hardest job on the planet. It's 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365.25 days out of the year. They get one day to be celebrated. Do we ever do it justice. Do we every give the moms in our lives the credit they deserve.
How do moms really feel about mother's day? Is there pressure to live up to a certain standard of motherhood in the Gospel of Jesus Christ? What if you really don't want to be a mother but have to anyway? What if you really want to be a mother, but don't get to be?
Is there a Heavenly Mother? What is expected of me as a mother? How does knowing I have a mother in heaven help me? What if I'm not naturally maternal? What If I want to be a mother but can't. These are all questions that Heidi brings up in the discussion.
Join Heidi as she sits down with these sisters in the south to talk women, mothers, and the journey of it all.
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This we talk about the gifts of the spirit, who has them, and how we can obtain them. Gifts of the spirit come in many forms. Sometimes we don't even recognize the gifts that we do have but there others recognize those gifts we have. If there are gifts that you want, you can seek after those gifts and encouraged to do so. Gifts of the spirit are like our temporal talents. They have to be exercised, worked, studied on, and developed.
We also talk about who is welcome in our church. Early on there was some confusion as to who could attend church with the saints. There were some who wanted to exclude people. The Lord made it clear that all our welcome. And today, on all church buildings, you will see that "visitors are welcome".
Finally, we talk about who can partake of the sacrament and if all should partake of the sacrament and what does it mean for a non member to partake of the sacrament vs. a member.
Enjoy this weeks episode and as always...."y'all keep on strivin'!
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This week we discuss the second coming of our Savior Jesus Christ.
The early saints were feeling more and more ridicule and persecution. They began to fear man and doubt. There were many false stories and rumors spread about to prevent people from investigating the church. The Lord provided this revelation to help them know that He was in control and that the signs that were to come would also be a sign of blessings to come.
We discuss how Christ is the our advocate! We discuss the parable of the 10 virgins and what that means to us in our day. We also discuss how Satan will be bound during the millennium and what it is that actually binds him. Is it physical chains, or spiritual chains through the righteousness of the people.
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Kenny, AKA "The Professor", is back with us this week as we discuss the law of consecration. As the saints gather to "The Ohio" they attempt to live a law of consecration on their own. Inspired by New Testament scripture in Acts, the saints wanted to be as Christ like as possible. Although their hearts were in the right place, they misunderstood the law. They chose to go into each others homes and take what they wanted. This is not the Lord's Way. We dive into what it means to live the law of consecration. Is the law intended to be lived today? How can we live the law of Consecration today
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In this short clip, we discuss what we do when The Lord requires a 180 turn in your life. What do we learn about our "firm foundation" when stress is applied. Even when we have prayed for the rains and storms to cease, it sometimes continues. Do we keep on strivin' or do we give up. Take care out there be strong, and we will see you on the next episode!!!
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The Saints are called to leave their homes and move to "The Ohio." A call to move west by The Lord was a challenge for some. What are you willing to do when called upon by the Lord. Specifically, James Covel, covenanted to obey any command from The Lord given through the Prophet Joseph Smith. A day later, he backed out and chose to do otherwise. What are we to learn from this revelation recorded in the Doctrine & Covenants given to James Covel, a man who was with the saints for only a few weeks.
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Join us as we discuss revelations given to several early members of the church who were called to serve. David Whitmer, Peter Whitmer Jr., John Whitmer, Thomas B. Marsh, Parley P. Pratt, Ziba Peterson, Ezra Thayre, Northrop Sweet, Orson Pratt, Sidney Rigdon, and Edward Partridge. Even though these men had been members for only a few months and some less than a month, The Lord called them to preach His Gospel. In order to share the gospel, you do not have to know everything or have all the answers. You simply only need a testimony, and a willingness to follow The Lord.
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Join us this week as we discuss the many aspects of the resurrection and the celebration of Easter. What comfort we can have knowing that life does not end here. At the same time when we do lose someone we love, that knowledge and faith we have in the after life does not take away the grief we feel. It's okay to feel pain, hurt, and sadness when we lose those close to us. Sometimes feeling that, and leaning into that is just what we need to get through it. Easter, truly is not just another holiday.
This week we discuss section 29 of The Doctrine & Covenants. Now that the Church of Jesus Christ has been officially restored, the Saints want to know when will Christ return? They have lots of questions and the Lord provides lots of answers in section 29. Even more than they anticipated. That is a great lesson for us. If we have questions, The Lord will answer. Sometimes it takes time to understand his answers, but He answers.
Christ will gather his people. What is the gathering of Israel? Is is a physical gathering, a spiritual gathering, or both? Who participates in the gathering? Where will the gathering take place? Will it be to a central location, or will it be multiple locations? Will we be gathered in stakes? Why is the gathering necessary?
There are many questions to answer as it pertains to the gathering of Israel. We attempt to answer a few of those in this episode.
Is there a difference in the wicked and the righteous in the last days? Will Christ save all or will He save some? What is that saving dependent upon? Has Christ bought us? Does He own us?
Take a listen as we discuss The Saviors role in our lives as we prepare to celebrate Easter in the coming weeks.
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During this weeks podcast we discuss what we can learn from the early church members and leaders. The Lord emphasized that all things must be done in order. There were a couple of instances specifically as it relates to these sections that brought about these revelations.
Oliver Cowdery challenged a portion of the revelation received by Joseph Smith Jr. on the article and covenants of The Church of Christ after he had been given the assignment to prepare the document. He took offense that Joseph used parts of his writings and combined it with a revelation that Joseph had received and presented it before the church. Oliver's pride seeped in but later repented when discussing it with Joseph.
Hiram Page found a stone that he thought was a seer stone in which he was receiving revelation for the church. The acceptance of the revelations was more widespread than what Joseph originally thought. He directed Oliver Cowdery to discuss this with Hiram Page and correct him in his errors, which Oliver did. The revelations were not accepted by the church and the revelation on the proper order through the prophet to the church was given.
Satan takes partial truth and makes it seem all bright and shiny. To Heidi's point, he makes it so bright that it becomes blinding that we cannot see. On the other hand, the Lord's light is illuminating so that we can see.
Be on the look out for imitators of truth. Satan is trying to deceive us all. All things must be done in order.
Hang in there like a hair in a biscuit and keep on strivin'!!
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In The Church of Jesus Christ, there is a law known as common consent. Every single member has the opportunity to sustain or object to an official calling that has been extended to an individual by those in authority whether it is on the ward level, stake level, or general level.
What does it really mean to sustain a calling for you? What are you saying when you raise your right hand in agreement with the extended calling? Are you making a covenant? Are you saying you will support, uphold, and follow that individual as he or she follows the promptings of the spirit in fulfilling that call?
Do you really have an opportunity to object to the calling? Yes you do. Does that mean it will be overturned? Not necessarily, but you can object. Normally an objection would come down to a worthiness issues. Has the individual that is being sustained been involved in an action of sin that has not been fully repented of that you know about that others may not. Most importantly that the Bishop or Stake President does not know about. That would truly be the only time to not sustain an individual in that calling.
Join us as we discuss what it means to sustain and what the law of common consent means for you.
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This week we discuss the additional revelations that are given to individuals Oliver Cowdery, Hyrum Smith, Samuel H. Smith, Joseph Smith Sr., and Joseph Knight Sr. All of these individuals wanted to know their specific duties now that the church had been officially organized.
We discuss the Lord's warning to Oliver not to be prideful, Hyrums humility as he followed his younger brother, Samuel's call to stay back for a time before he was called to serve as a missionary, Joseph Sr's call to strengthen the church, and Joseph Knight's call to be baptized and join the church. Additionally, why were the first 4 men told that they were not under any condemnation but that was not told to Joseph Knight Sr.
Joseph Smith Jr. is told to be patient in his afflictions and that he should endure them well. Oliver is called to continue serving as a scribe for Joseph.
Emma Smith also desired a revelation to know her part in this newly organized church. She had been by Joseph's side the entire time and was going to continue to be. She was the first and only lady to have a canonized revelation directed to her. She is called to be a comfort and support for her husband, Joseph Smith and to lift him up during his trials and tribulations. She is called to put together a hymnal for the church for members to use to sing praises to God. Singing is a major contributor to bringing the spirit. She is called to expound the scriptures.
Join us as we discuss all of these individuals, the revelations they were given, their faithfulness, their weaknesses and how each of us can learn from all of them.
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Dale McCullers sits down with Saints In The South to discuss his faith, trials, and the joy in living the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Dale shares a little of his early life growing up, the foundation in Christ he was given by his mother and maternal grandparents, and his journey as a college football All American line backer at Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL. He set an NCAA single game record of 29 tackles and another one for 6 tackles for loss, both of which stand today.
He spent a short time in the NFL before landing an investigative career with NCIS. That's right, the same NCIS that the TV show is based on. He was a member of the Baltimore Colts in Super Bowl V.
He met his sweetheart Nell, in 5th grade. They began dating in high school, attended FSU together, and were married during their senior year.
Nell went on to have a wonder career in education and social services. Both have served extensively in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints but that came after their conversion as young married adults. They faced strong opposition to their conversion but they both knew what they had felt as they investigated the church. Dale joined 1st, then Nell. They haven't looked back.
With all of the service they have given over the years, they have also had some challenging and trying times in their lives. They lost a son Ben, to a mysterious disappearance that is still unsolved today.
Dale discusses the heart wrenching heart ache he and Nell have faced through this but also recognizes that without The Lord, and without each other, they would not have gotten through it.
Dale shares what it takes to stray strong during challenging times. He also shares what having such a loss has allowed him to do in comforting others who have had major losses as well.
Finally, we discuss a book that Dale Co-Authored with John Crowe, a teammate from the late 60's FSU Seminole football team. FSU's Sons Of The Sixties - A Case For The Defense. The best part is that the proceeds go to a Scholarship fund in honor of a late teammate John Stevens who died on his first tour of duty in the Vietnam War. Let's help them provide a scholarship by purchasing the book. Here is an Amazon link.
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Take a listen on our short clip on the role of a prophet and when he speaks. Does he always speak the words of God? Does he sometimes mistaken what God would have him say. Can he give his opinion and it be his alone and not what God would say? The point is, prophets of God are mortal men on a journey just like everyone else. We are learning in this years come follow me, that Joseph Smith, although called as a prophet, made mistakes. This is pointed out several times in the Doctrine & Covenants.
Andrew gives the example of Joseph Fielding Smith speaking on the topic of man going to the moon. He once said that it was not intended for man to go to the moon and that people could write down, that it would never happen. Yet it did happen. Does that weaken your testimony? Does that strengthen your testimony? Does that cause concern? Men are men and have their opinions. Even prophets of God.
Marcus points out that as Martin Harris was first told no, that he would not take the 116 pages of manuscript, in the end, he did take them. Sometimes that is true with any dealings of man. God can tell man no, but then can allow men to use their own agency.
Prophets of God do speak from God, but they also have their own opinion, and do make mistakes sometimes when speaking.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is organized on April 6, 1830. Although, it would take 8 years before a revelation was given that the church would be named that.
Joseph was known as the first Elder of the church and Oliver Cowdery was known as the second Elder of the church.
Joseph is officially called as the prophet of church and the world. Although prophets receive revelation from God, they also have their own opinions as well. When they speak, they sometimes speak their own opinion and its not necessarily revelation from God.
The duties and blessings of the priesthood as well as the offices of the priesthood are outlined.
The law of common consent is revealed
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Martin Harris may be one of the most under appreciated "founding fathers" of The Restored Church of Jesus Christ. Martin is often remembered for one of the greatest mistakes of early church history. He lost the 116 pages. How could he? Why did he not first listen to the Lord when he was told no the first time or the 2nd time? These are some of the things we often think about and try to learn from when looking at Martin Harris. However, there is a huge success story to Martin Harris. Martin repented, and traveled to meet Joseph and others at the Whitmer farm when called upon. He was blessed to be one of the 3 witnesses. The only one of the 3 that did not fall away from the church at some point. Martin mortgage his farm to pay for the publication of the Book of Mormon. He was willing to lose it all for restoration of The Lords church. Even though he was very unsure and uneasy about it. There were so many unknowns. With all of that, Martin still acted. Because of his faith, 5000 copies of the Book of Mormon were published.
Section 19 of the Doctrine & Covenants was received and directed toward Martin Harris. One of the greatest sections as it pertains to the Atonement of Jesus Christ, the necessity of repentance, and the suffering that awaits those who do not repent.
Christ suffered that we might not have to. He wants us to use the Atonement. He wants us to apply His Mercy.
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Although Martin Harris, David Whitmer, and Oliver Cowdery sincerely wanted to be the 3 witnesses to the Book of Mormon Gold Pates, did they fully understand what would be required of them. It is comforting to know that even though Oliver Cowdery and David Whitmer fell away from the church with Oliver returning after about 10 years of exile, all 3 fervently maintained their solemn witness of the gold plates, and the Angel Moroni.
Would we be willing to walk away while amongst our friends claiming to be the one that was preventing the angel from appearing as Martin did. Martin is often first mentioned for having lost the 116 pages. But it is Martin that mortgages his farm for the printing of The Book of Mormon.
We discuss the miraculous story of the field being plowed overnight. We discuss some of the scriptures that stand out to us.
Martin Harris, Oliver Cowdery, and David Whitmer are all attacked by Satan in many ways in his attempts to stop the restoration of the church. But as we have stated before, Satan may win some battles, but God will win the war.
There are others who have witnessed the Gold Plates, such as Marty Whitmer. It is interesting to note that although she saw them, she was not called to testify of them. She obtained that blessing without having to bear that burden. A burden it truly was as people tried to destroy those men.
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Join us this week as week as we discuss the revelation given to Joseph Knight Sr. and the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood through John the Baptist.
Joseph Knight Sr. was a humble and faithful friend to Joseph Smith. He was there time and time again supporting him and the work of the Lord. Joseph Knight represent many of us in the church. We don't have a huge part to play in the restoration or moving the work forward but what we do is huge. No one person's responsibilities, callings, assignments, etc. are bigger or smaller than the others. All are for the purpose of bringing people to Christ.
Oliver Cowdery and Joseph Smith sought guidance about the authority of God and baptism. There in Harmony, PA, they were visited by John the Baptist who restored the Aaronic Priesthood to them and gave them authority to Baptize. We look into why John didn't just do all of this himself since he was the one who had the authority. Why did he have Joseph and Oliver baptize each other.
Finally, we look at the most intriguing part of section 13 where we are told that sacrifice will be brought back to the earth for a time.
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Heidi Simpson readily admits that she did not grow up dreaming of being a mother. She didn't dream of days when she would have a house full of rambunctious children running around creating a bunch of "happy" chaos.
However, that's exactly what she got. The Lord had different plans for her. As most mothers do, she has sacrificed some temporal pursuits of her own to be the rock of her family. A rock that is needed when raising 4 children, 2 of which are on the autism spectrum.
With her hard working husband, Thomas, gone much of the time during the day providing for the family, she provides the direction and care at home their children need.
Heidi shares some experiences of discovering and raising autistic children, She shares an experience of when the spirit really shook her to help her know that their second child was being sent to them at time when they needed her.
Heidi also talks about her evolution of fitness and what she has been able to allow herself to become rather than following the pressures of the world. Heidi's family has lived in several areas of the country experiencing gospel living in many places. She had a strong family foundation that raised her strong in the church but also admits that she is a little jealous of her husband who was not raised in the church. She does not mean that in a negative way, but in a personal growth way.
Heidi speaks to how she and Thomas have been able to travel this road together while figuring things out along the way, especially when it came to raising their family with all of the dynamics involved. She offers some tips on what not say and how not to interact with a family that has autistic children. Finally, she talks about how they find joy in living the gospel of Jesus Christ.
One's thing is for sure, Heidi is proud of her family and the legacy they are leaving as they blaze their trail in this world!!
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As Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery finished up the translation of the Book of Mormon, they questioned whether they should retranslate the lost 116 pages portion. They went to the Lord for guidance. Joseph Smith received Doctrine & Covenants Section 10. The Lord instructed Joseph not to retranslate. The Lord knew the evil designs of Satan before they even happened. The Lord's prophets, Nephi and Mormon had included additional writings without really knowing why they were doing it. For a wise purpose in the Lord as they stated.
Satan has many evil designs and wicked ways to try and destroy the work of the Lord. As we discuss, Satan may win a few battles as he did with the 116 lost manuscript, but God will win the war.
The Lord told Joseph to "pray always that you may come off conqueror; yea that you may conquer Satan." What a powerful statement that is. In this life, we are constantly striving to overcome Satan's temptations as he seeks to wrap us up in his chains that he may bring us down to hell.
Hyrum hears about his brother Samuel getting baptized and his dad receiving a revelation from the Lord through Joseph Smith. Hyrum desires to know be more involved spiritually. As a result, Joseph received Doctrine & Covenants section 11, as a revelation for Hyrum. Hyrum is told that he would assist in bringing the work of the Lord forward but to be patient and prepare. Prepare spiritually, look upon the things of God and not the things of the world.
Join us as we discuss how we can apply these personal revelations to these individuals in our lives. The wonderful things about these scriptures is that they can still be applied to us in our day.
What is it that you do that you may come off conqueror? We find out in this episode what Jackson does. Be sure to watch and find out!!
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Story time with Uncle Andrew about Oliver Cowdery's journey in the Restoration. We learn that "these were days never to be forgotten"
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Oliver Cowdery was a seeker of truth much like Joseph Smith. He was a young school teacher that had went to Manchester for some work. While teaching there, he had heard about Joseph Smith, his visions and the gold plates. Intrigued by what he heard, he asked to stay with the parents of Joseph Smith so he could learn more.
As time passed, Oliver earned the trust of Joseph Sr. and Lucy. They told him more and more about their son's experiences and what he was doing. Oliver felt a strong desire to move to Harmony to find out more. They encouraged Oliver to pray before deciding. Oliver did just that and was shown in vision, Joseph Smith and his struggles to complete the translation. Oliver knew he was to go there and assist Joseph in the Work.
Oliver, being a learned man, was immediately asked to draw up a contract fore Joseph and his father-in-law Isaac Hale to assure Isaac that Joseph would pay for the property he and Emma had received. Oliver and Joseph went to work on completing the translation.
What can we learn about revelation? Who is revelation for? Is it just for the prophets or is it for everyone? How long does it take to learn how to receive revelation? Is it days, weeks, months, or years. President Russell M. Nelson spoke to this in a general conference talk.
Join us as we apply the history of the church and the revelations received to our everyday lives.
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Enjoy story time with Uncle Andrew about events leading towards the First Vision. The explosion of Mount Tambora, a year without a summer, a second great awakening. James 1:5, and worrying about his soul.
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Enjoy story time with Uncle Andrew. Joseph Smith Sr. was a visionary man. He experienced many dreams throughout his life. He specifically went to his son Joseph jr. one day seeking to understand these dreams. He wanted to understand what these dreams meant and what he should do with them. In response to his question, Joseph Smith jr. received section 4, as revelation to his father.
Uncle Andrew discusses the details of the Doctrine & Covenants Preface, The Lord's preface. He then asks, what is your preface, or what would it be? What would your intro song be? Take some time to sit down and listen to some stories with Uncle Andrew. Grab your socks, and lets go.
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Enjoy some story time with Uncle Andrew about Joseph Smith receiving the Gold plates between September 22 1823 to September 22 1827. What was the reason for not letting Joseph take the plates the 1st time, the 2nd time, or even the 3rd time. Why did it take 4 years before he was allowed to take the plates?
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This week we discuss the the many difficulties that Joseph Smith faced in the early stages of translating the gold plates delivered to him by Moroni. Emma Smith served as Joseph's Scribe early on. Martin Harris, having desires to be a part of God's work also assisted as Joseph's scribe. Martin faced heavy pressures from his family about his being fooled by a young man who wanted only to take his money. Martin, strongly desiring to convince his family, wanted some type of proof or evidence to show them. After asking the Lord on 3 different occasions, Joseph finally gains permission and gives the 116 pages of manuscripts.
Emma gives birth, unfortunately, the baby does not survive. Martin Loses the manusript and then has to tell Joseph. Joseph Loses the ability to translate as Moroni takes the gold plates and the Urim and Thummim back. Joseph's world seems to be crashing down around him as several things go wrong all about the same time.
Joseph, instead of turning away, turns to the Lord with a humble and repentant heart and pleads for forgiveness. Within a couple of months, Moroni appears to Joseph again delivering the Urim & Thummim for Joseph to receive a revelation. He then obtains the plates and again begins to translate.
How much blame can we put on Martin's inability to take no for an answer or his losing of the 116 pages. How much blame can we put on Joseph for giving into Martin's requests. I don't think we can blame them at all. If we look honestly, we see a lot of ourselves in both of these men. Joseph is still learning to be a prophet, seer, and revelator. Martin has strong desires to be involved but is still learning his place. Martin is 20 years older than Joseph and tends to rely upon his own understanding rather than the directions of Joseph as they come from God.
Join us as we seek to learn from these great men as they make mistakes that probably all of us would have made and do make.
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After Joseph Smiths Vision of God the Father and Jesus Christ The Son, he spent the next 3 years being much of a normal teenage boy. Although he had attracted some attention good and bad, he was still able to leave a mostly normal life. All of that would soon change as he sought God in prayer one evening. There he asked good for forgiveness and asked for another Heavenly visitation. He received it as Moroni visited him 3 times that night.
The next morning, while working, his father noticed he was struggling to keep up and looked pale. His father instructed him to go home. On his way him, crossing the fence, he collapsed. He awoke to Moroni, again telling him to tell his father all that had transpired. Joseph did as Moroni instructed and his father told him it was of God and to do all that was asked of him.
Joseph spent the next 3 years trying to obtain the gold plates, being denied each time. At first he had been tempted to use the gold for earthly gain. Each year he came back, he was more prepared but still not fully committed. On the third visit, Moroni told him he had one more opportunity to align himself with God's desires or he would never obtain the plates.
Joseph spent the next year figuring out exactly what God wanted of him. As instructed, he brought someone with him to obtain the plates, that was his wife Emma. Knowing that people were out to get him and the plates for their own personal gain, he hid the plates in a hollow log. The next day, he was able to get them back to the house, but not without some physical altercations.
From there his life would be a constant uphill battle as he began the life of being a prophet. Martin Harris, was approached by the prophets mother about financing the publishing of the Book of Mormon. After much prayer and consideration, he decided that he would and became heavily involved in the translation process.
Martin Harris had his struggles as he yearned to have proof of the plates. He believed Joseph to be a prophet and believed he had the plates but struggled to keep his wife and family at bay as they constantly battered him about how he was going to lose all of his wealth for this visionary man. Martin pushed forward and even after losing the 116 pages of translated manuscript, he repented and continued doing the work of the Lord.
Joseph, also repented of trusting in man rather than The Lord. Joseph regained his ability to translate and the work continued.
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This Week we discuss the beginnings of Joseph Smith’s History as he recorded in the year 1838 after years of relentless persecution, attacks on his character, and repeated attempts to prove him a false or fallen prophet. We discuss the background of the Smith’s moving to Palmyra and the “Great Awakening” that was in full swing. Remember that America was founded as a free land, and that included religious liberty.
Joseph, as a young boy, took heavy interest in his salvation but was unable to make a decision as to which religious sect to join. He made the point that preachers of all faiths could interpret the same pasages of scripture so differently that it was almost impossible to come to a certain conclusion of who was right.
He made the decision to pray to God vocally. As a result, he had a miraculous vision, “The First Vision” as we have come to know it. Interestingly enough, we discuss why it’s called the first vision and how in reality, it really isn’t the first vision, but probably the greatest vision to ever take place. And we know that it is the First Vision of the Restoration.
Finally, where is your “Sacred Grove”? The place where Joseph had his miraculous vision is called the sacred grove. We can all have a sacred grove. How does it become sacred? It depends on how we treat that place, how we reverence that place, and do we invite Deity?
You may have felt like Joseph Smith as well at times, not knowing who was telling the truth or what even was truth. You can know for yourself, just as Joseph did, what God wants you to know. Our very own Kenny, shares his experience of how he went through a “searching” period in his life. Listen to his experience and be inspired.
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We give the background to section 1. We discuss how the Doctrine & Covenants Preface went from being uninspired words derived from scholars and educated me to another inspired revelation to his humble prophet. Section 1 is the beginning of the Doctrine & Covenants, although not chronologically received. We discuss the significance of the Doctrine & Covenants and how it is to be used in our day. Join us as we begin our 2021 studies and seek to gain greater understanding of the LDS church history, greater insights to the revelations received in these latter days, and continue to build upon our testimonies of Jesus Christ.
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Join us as we break down the top 5 ways to make the most of your Doctrine and Covenants Come Follow Me Studies in 2021. We read through the first few sections of the come follow me manual and took out what we thought were the top 5. Obviously including prayer and following the spirit are givens. But what are some of the small things that are needed to make the most of it as an individual and as a family.
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Join us as we close out 2020 with our 50th episode, also our Christmas episode. We start out by discussing how the Book of Mormon has strengthened our testimony in The Savior. We share Christmas stories, traditions, and even clarify what's not an acceptable Christmas gift, LOL. We also name some of our favorite Christmas movies. Listen in as we say goodbye to the 2020 come follow me Book of Mormon curriculum and look forward to 2021 Doctrine & Covenants curriculum.
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In the final chapter of The Book of Mormon, Moroni puts a beautiful wrap on the truths found within the Book of Mormon and the basic doctrine of salvation as it pertains to the Grace of Jesus Christ. Moroni exhorts us to pray with a sincere heart and real intent as we ask God if these things are "not true." Have you taken the opportunity to do that? We challenge you search ponder and pray. We add our testimony to the millions of others that The Book of Mormon is true! It will draw you closer to Christ! It will lead you down the right path!
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Moroni shares with us words from his Father Mormon. One letter addresses the members of the church and the other two letters, Mormon speaks directly to Moroni. Join us as we discuss the words of a wise father to his son.
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Join us as we begin the last book of The Book of Mormon. Moroni had not expected to write anything else down after abridging The Book of Ether, but The Lord had other plans. He writes down instructions for members of the church as it pertains to ordinances such as baptism, sacrament, confirmation, and the priesthood. He explains the law of witnesses as it pertains to accepting member of the church. He talks about the significance of meeting with each other often and discussing the "welfare of our souls".
Moroni just might have written the first handbook of the church.
These chapters are extremely significant as we see foundation of The Lord's church operates very similarly today as it did centuries ago especially when it comes to ordinances. He is the same yesterday, today, and forever.
We continue to apply principles that we learn from the scriptures to our lives. We hope you continue to enjoy the insights and participate with us on this journey.
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We cover one of the most commonly used chapters in the Book of Mormon when discussing faith. Moroni gives many examples of faith. Moroni admits that he feels weak in his writing but The Lord explains that he will make weak things become strong and that only fools will mock.
The power cycle continues among the Jaredites. Corinatumr reigns as king as the people continue in wickedness. There are many who try to dethrone him. Ether is commanded to go among the people to warn and prophecy. He has a personal meeting with Coriantumr in which he lays out exactly what would happen if he repented or if he chose not to repent. Corantumr refuses Ether and the people seek to take Ether's life.
Join us as we discuss the principles that we can take away from these chapters.
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The brother of Jared comes down from the Mountain and places the 16 stones in the 8 barges. They have light to see. They travel across the many waters being directed by the Lord, literally. They have no way to steer but they arrive to the promised land as the Lord said they would. Jared and his brother begin to be old and they ask their people what they want. They as for a king to be anointed. After discussing it and the brother of Jared advising against it, Jared says lets give the people what they want. We quickly see that it doesn't work as sons rebel against fathers and brothers rebel against brothers. The works of secret combinations are found rampantly throughout the Jaredite nation generation after generation. Prophets are sent throughout the land reminding the people to repent. Join us as we discuss the ups and downs and how we can apply them to our life.
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What can we learn from Jaredites? As Andrew puts it, it's almost a mini Book of Mormon in that the people follow a similar path in their journey, civilization, faith, and final destruction.
Moroni abridges the 24 plates that were found hundreds of years earlier by the people of Limhi in the days of Kind Mosiah. Moroni does not include all of the writings due to a lack of room on the gold plates. He does not include the history of the creation of the world and the days of Adam down unto the Tower of Babel. Those records are also had among the Jews as Moroni stated.
The brother of Jared, his family, and some friends language is spared at the Tower of Babel. The Lord commands them to journey into the wilderness and travel to the promised land. They take provisions, cross a smaller sea and then prepare to cross the great sea. Before doing so, they become somewhat idle and after 4 years of not calling upon the Lord, He chastises the brother of Jared. He repents and builds 8 barges after the instructions of The Lord.
They are faced with 3 problems once they are built. No air, no light, and no way to steer. The brother of Jared discusses this with The Lord in which he receives answers for 2 of the 3 but is required to work out the problem for having no light. The brother of Jared figures out a way to have light using stones.
Because of his exceeding faith, he sees the finger of The Lord and much more. He has a miraculous vision in which he sees all things from the beginning to the end. Never did anyone have the faith that the brother of Jared did.
Finally, we discuss the name of the brother of Jared and share a story on how his name was revealed. Was his name in The Book of Mormon all along? Let's find out.
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Did you know that Moroni saw our day? Did you know that he knew of our doings? That's right!! He did.
Before handing the plates over to his son Moroni, Mormon, takes the opportunity to write to the future generations, the future Lamanites. He pleads with them to accept the gospel of Jesus Christ. Mormon is killed in battle. Moroni takes the records and begins the conclusion of the Book of Mormon. He is left all alone to wonder the earth hiding from the Lamanites who want nothing more than to get the plates and to take his life.
Join us as we discuss the last days of Mormon, the beginning words of Nephi and how he saw our day. How can we apply their words to our life?
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The Book of Mormon opens as Ammaron comes to the young Mormon, at only ten years of age, and instructs him concerning the record of his people. Mormon is told to go when he is twenty-four years of age to the place where the plates were hidden, and record the history of good people that he had observed within his lifetime. Within this time war commences between the Nephites and the Lamanites. The three Nephite disciples are taken away and unspeakable wickedness abounds throughout the land. Mormon was visited by the Lord at the age of fifteen and gained a burning testimony of Christ that gave him the strength to stand righteously in the midst of terrible wickedness all around him.
Mormon grows in strength, wisdom, and stature, and is appointed as the leader of the Nephite armies at a very young age. Mormon leads the armies with honor and courage, even though the Nephite soldiers around him behave in abominable ways. Under his leadership, the Nephites take back all the lands they had lost to the Lamanites, then Mormon negotiates a treaty with the Lamanites.
Mormon cries repentance unto his people in vain; he eventually steps down as the leader of the armies. Mormon preaches faith in Christ and repentance to all people throughout the world. The wars continue, and there is blood and carnage worse than “the tongue can describe”.
Mormon once again leads the Nephite armies. However, it is not enough as the Lamanites come very close to completely destroying the Nephites leaving only 24 survivors.
Join us as we discuss the trials and tribulations of Mormon the prophet and how he was able to live in the world but not be of the world.
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As the Savior’s disciples began establishing His Church throughout the land, a question arose that, to some, might seem like a minor point... What should be the name of the Church? Jesus establishes that His Church should be called by HIS name. We learn from this the significance of each word in the name of His Church.
In chapter 28, we see Jesus speaking to his disciples, one by one, asking them: “What is it that ye desire of me, after that I am gone to the Father? Nine of the disciples said: “We desire that after we have lived unto the age of man, that our ministry, wherein thou hast called us, may have an end, that we may speedily come unto thee in thy kingdom.” Jesus tells them that they are blessed because of this thing they have asked, then tells them they will live for 72 years each, then they will “come unto me in my kingdom; and with me ye shall find rest“.
He then turns to the remaining three, who are hesitant to share what they desire. Christ perceives their thoughts and tells them that just like the apostle John in the old world, they shall “never taste of death”. These are the fabled “three Nephites” that many of us have heard stories about, who still walk among us to this day!
4 Nephi shows us how The Savior’s gospel can transform a people. Following Jesus’s brief ministry, centuries of contention between the Nephites and Lamanites came to an end. Two nations known for dissension and pride became “one, the children of Christ”. They no longer identified themselves according to their lineage or ethnicity; the people were truly one united body of believers in Christ!
As always, we see how the scriptures are relevant to our lives in this age. The Savior’s teachings are more than a beautiful philosophical perspective on life; they are intended to change lives. As we follow His word we will grow closer to Him.
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Jesus provides bread and wine miraculously and again administers the sacrament to the people. He teaches the people that they are a remnant of the house of Israel, and that He is the one of which Moses and all the prophets have testified.
Christ teaches the people about the nation that would be established in this land; a land in which the gentiles would gather and establish a “free people by the power of the Father”.
The Savior’s words and actions throughout these chapters reveal how He feels about the scriptures. He quotes words from Isaiah and Malachi that are full of vivid images and comparisons: colorful foundation stones, coals in the fire, purified silver, the windows of heaven. As He quotes the prophet Isaiah, Jesus teaches that Zion and her stakes will be established in the last days, and Israel will be gathered and no weapon formed against them shall prosper.
The Savior further teaches that at the great and last day “all people, and all kindreds, and all nations and tongues shall stand before God, to be judged of their works, whether they be good or whether they be evil”. As chapter 26 draws to a close, we see that many people were baptized and filled with the Holy Ghost. The people ministered to one another and “had all things in common among them “.
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Jesus had just spent the day ministering in the land of Bountiful, teaching His gospel, giving the people a chance to see and feel the marks in His resurrected body, and testifying that He was the promised Savior. And now it was time for Him to leave. He needed to return to His Father, and He knew that the people needed time to ponder what He had taught. So promising to return the next day, He dismissed the multitude to their homes. But no one left. They didn’t say what they were feeling, but Jesus could sense it: they hoped He would “tarry a little longer with them”. He had other important things to do, but the opportunity to show compassion does not always come at a convenient time, so Jesus stayed with the people a little longer. What followed was perhaps the most tender example of ministering recorded in scripture. Those who were present could only say it was indescribable. Jesus Himself summed up the impromptu spiritual outpouring with these simple words: “Now behold, my joy is full”.
Jesus asks for all that are sick, maimed, blind, deaf, or afflicted in any way to be brought forth so that He could heal them. He then called the people to bring the children to Him and He blessed them one by one as they were encircled by angels. He instituted the sacrament among the Nephites, and the disciples are given power to confer the Holy Ghost. The disciples are baptized, and receive the Holy Ghost and the ministering of angels. As chapter 19 comes to a close, the Savior commends the Nephites on their great faith, and explains that is is because of their faith that they have been able to witness the great miracles that He has shown unto them.
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We speak with Kevin Washington to gain his perspective on race relations in America and in the church. He provides some personal experiences as well as things he has seen take place as it pertains to race. He is a man of The Lord. He follows the spirit and trusts his feelings. He hopes that people will just take the opportunity to sit and listen to each other. If we are willing to do that, we can get past the contentions that keep us apart.
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Christ visits the people in the ancient Americas. He gives authority to 12 disciples to baptize. He teaches them the order of baptism. He gives sermons to them similar to what is recorded in the New Testament, Mathew chapters 6 - 8. He gives them the "Be-attitudes". He commands them to be perfect. He teaches them to be a light unto others, the salt of the earth, a city on a hill that they may glorify our Father in Heaven. He teaches them to do good to others, not to be seen and lifted up by the world, but to set an example so that others will do the same.
Can we be perfect in this life? Is it a commandment that can be achieved? How do we reconcile ourselves to be perfect when we can't? Christ did not include himself in being perfect until after he had completed his mission. The same is for us. Perfection will not come in our mortal lives, but we can keep strivin'.
Christ explains that we must go and visit the lost tribes of Isreal.
Jesus visits the “other sheep” that He spoke of in John 10:16!!!Chapter 8 opens with earthquakes, fires, great storms, three days of total darkness, and the destruction of many cities that heralded Christ’s crucifixion and the completion of the atonement. Those who survive bemoan their fate
The darkness is lifted as Jesus speaks with a voice that can be heard among all the people of the land and introduces Himself to the people as the Light of the world!
He promises all those who come to Him with a sacrificial offering of a broken heart and a contrite spirit will He baptize with fire and the Holy Ghost. Christ likens Himself to a hen gathering her chicks, and teaches us that if we repent, He will gather, protect, and heal us.
We reach the crowning moment of the entire Book of Mormon in chapter 11, as God theFather speaks from heaven to introduce His Son Jesus Christ, the Savior of the world, of whom the prophets had testified for centuries, and Christ shows Himself to the people of Nephi in the land Bountiful!
The Savior speaks to the multitudes and invites them to see and feel the scars on his hands, feet, and sides, one by one. The people fall down at His feet to worship Him.
Jesus calls Nephi and others to Him, and bestows upon them the authority to baptize in His name, and instructs them in the proper method of baptism.
Chapter 11 closes as the Savior commands those whom He gave authority to baptize to go forth and preach His gospel to the ends of the earth.
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The Christmas Story, From the view of the Nephites and Lamanites!
As the signs of the coming of Son of God approach, the unbelievers threaten to put to death the believers if the signs don't come to pass on a certain day. Nephi prays to God asking when. He is comforted as the Lord tells him it will be that night.
Join us as we discuss the experiences of the Nephites and Lamanites as they experienced the birth of the Savior on their side of the world. Many believe but many do not. The Gaddianton Robbers continue to infiltrate the government and cause havoc on the people in the valleys. Nephi takes his people to gather to the center of the lands, the capital city, Zarahemla to strengthen themselves. They take all of their provisions with them as they gather. The Gaddianton Robbers are left with no supplies.
We continue to see the parallels of the Book of Mormon and our day.
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“Glad tidings of great joy!”
This week we discuss Samuel the Lamanite prophesying to the Nephites!!! We learn how the Lord’s servants speak and act according to His direction. Samuel proves himself to be a true prophet of God through his faith, his obedience, and his trust in the Lord. His prophesies differ from those of many other prophets in their specificity and the short time frames for their fulfillment! “Specific Sam” prophesies about the coming of The Savior of the world with precise detail, down to the signs that will herald His birth and when the signs will come! Even though he is repeatedly rejected many believe and are baptized.
Samuel is cast out by the people of Nephi, but commanded by the Lord to return. He “casts himself up” onto a wall and preaches to the wicked Nephites with great courage, even as they cast stones at him and even fire arrows at him! He is unharmed through all of this though, as the Lord is with him. He demonstrates unwavering trust in God and faith that the message he has to deliver is from the Lord.
Join us as we delve in to some of the most inspirational chapters in the Book of Mormon! What can we learn from the prophesies of Samuel the Lamanite in this brief appearance he makes in the scriptural record? What about his great faith and trust in God? How can reading about how His prophesies were fulfilled increase our faith in Christ?
Join us in the conversation as we finish our study in the Book of Helaman!
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“Remember the Lord”
We begin this week in the sixty and ninth year of the reign of the judges..
We see that prophets communicate the will of God to the world... Nephi is rejected in the north and returns to Zarahemla. He prays upon his garden tower, he testifies of Christ just as all of God’s prophets before him have also done, and calls upon the people to repent.
Corrupt judges who belong to the secret band of Gadianton seek to incite the people against Nephi and bend the laws of the land to fit their own corrupt desires. Nephi prophesies the murder of the chief judge and by inspiration correctly identifies the killer. Some of the people then begin to accept him as a prophet, but we see that faith must be built on more than signs and miracles...
The Lord gives Nephi sealing priesthood power to bind and loose on earth and in heaven. He commands the people to repent or perish. Nephi then persuades the Lord to replace the war with a famine?!?.. Many people perish—then they repent, and Nephi petitions the Lord for rain! We see that The Lord wants us to remember Him; He gives power to those who seek His will and keep His commandments.
Chapter 12 concludes with Nephi prophesying to the people that the righteous will inherit eternal life, while those who do evil will reap eternal damnation.
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We now begin the book of Helaman! More war and intrigue... We see the “pride cycle” playing out as the Nephites go from righteousness and prosperity, to pride and wickedness, to destruction and suffering, to humility and repentance. Through this we see parallels to our time, and learn the dangers of pridefulness and the importance of remaining humble and striving to stay close to the Lord.
Tens of thousands are baptized in “the land northward”; we learn how sanctification comes from yielding our hearts to God. The Lamanites become righteous and preach to the wicked Nephites... If we make Jesus Christ our sure foundation, we will not fall when Satan sends forth “his mighty winds” into our lives.
At the conclusion of chapter 6 the Gadianton robbers have taken over the Nephite government.
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Join us as we discuss the 2nd half of the Book of Mormon war chapters. There is a ton of symbolism in the spiritual battles that we face in our daily lives. Also, we have Megan and Jacob join us as we discuss Helaman and the Stripling Warriors. Jacob has just received his missionary call to serve in the Germany Berlin Mission. Megan, Jacob's mother, discusses what she has done to raise a Stripling Warrior. Finally, the scriptures continue to apply to us in our day. Captain Moroni continues to fight for his country, family, freedom, and his God. Let's see what we can learn from them.
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Alma 43-52 Synopsis:
We are now getting into the WAR CHAPTERS! These chapters might look like the screenplay for the next big Hollywood blockbuster, but there are great spiritual lessons in them for our lives today...
(43) Alma and his sons preach the gospel, while the Zoramites and other dissenters become Lamanites. To defend the Nephites against the Lamanites in battle, Captain Moroni prepared his people with armor and fortifications, while the Lamanites were equipped with offensive weapons but no shields or armor. His efforts teach us how we can find safety in the spiritual battles we face today. (44) Moroni commands the Lamanites to make a covenant of peace or be destroyed. Zarahemna rejects the offer, tries to attack Moroni and gets scalped! (45) Alma prophesies the destruction of Jerusalem and dissention grows within the church. (46) Amalickiah conspires to be king and brings his forces against the Nephites. Captain Moroni raises the “Title of Liberty”; written upon it are the words “In memory of our God, our religion, and freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children”. (47) Amalickiah uses treachery and murder to become the king of the Lamanites. (48) Amalickiah then incites the Lamanites against the Nephites, but Moroni proves himself to be a great leader and a great soldier once again! (49) The invading Lamanites attempt to take the Nephite cities of Ammonihah and Noah, but fail.
(50) Yet more wars, and destructions befall the Nephites in the days of their wickedness and abominations. Morianton and his army of dissenters is defeated by Teancum. Nephihah dies, and his son Pahoran fills the judgment seat. (52) The ‘king-men’ seek to change the law and set up a king. Pahoran and the freemen are supported by the voice of the people, while Teancum repels the Lamanite invasion and slays Amalickiah. (53) Ammoran succeeds Amalickiah as king of the Lamanites. Captain Moroni, Teancum, and Lehi lead the Nephites in a victorious war against the Lamanites; many of them surrender to the Nephite armies, and the city of Mulek is retaken.
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Join us as we discuss Alma's one on one time with his son Corianton. Corianton, unlike his brothers, struggled with his testimony early in his life. He ended up getting into some trouble while serving his mission. He fell into sexual temptation. His father did not shun him or give up on him, but he took him in and listened to his concerns. He taught him the gospel and bore testimony to him. He focused on the resurrection, the spirit world, and the plan of happiness. We discuss in more detail the laws of God, particularly the law of justice and the law of mercy. God is bound by laws and will never cease to be God.
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Alma takes some one on one time with his sons to share with them his testimony and personal conversion story. Join us as we discuss how we can apply these things in our day and in our personal lives. He first speaks with Helaman and then with Shiblon. We point out some of the differences in his speaking to each of them. God knows us individually. We should take the same opportunity with our children and know them individually.
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Alma, Amulek and the other missionaries with them begin teaching the Zoramites. Alma finds success among the poor class of people. He explains to them that they need not be concerned about worshiping God only in a synagogue or only praying to him in a synagogue. He teaches them what it means to have faith. He compares the word of God unto a seed and exhorts them to try the experiment upon his words. He explains that if they would give place for the seed to be planted and to nourish that seed, then it would take place in their hearts and grow unto a tree. Ultimately it would produce the fruit in their lives.
Amulek expounds on the words of Alma by teaching about the Atonement of Christ. He explains the law of mercy and the law of Justice. He explains that if we cry unto God and seek forgiveness, the atonement will have an effect in our lives. He teaches that we need to go to God in prayer continually.
Many Zoramites are converted and are expelled from their lands. They go to the land of Jershon where the people of Ammon take them in. Ultimately, the Nephites prepare for battle as the Zoramites and Lamanites seek to over power them.
Alma continues to see the hardness of the hearts of the Nephites. He gathers all of his sons together and SEPARATELY, he instructs them.
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The Anti-Christ, Korihor, makes his appearance and persuades many people in Zarahemla to believe in his words. He attempts the same thing in Jershon and Gideon with no success. He is brought before Alma, the High Priest, as well as the chief judge of the land. He is questioned and goes on to accuse Alma of many false things challenges Alma on the teachings of Christ. Alma stands his ground and gives Korihor a sign that he had been asking for. Korihor is struck dumb and later trodden down by the Zoramites. Alma puts the "Dream Team" of missionaries together and goes to the Zoramites to try and bring them back from their lost ways.
Join us as we discuss religious freedom and how Satan seeks to attract us to his ways. Much of what we see today is also seen in the scriptures as warnings.
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Religious freedom is declared throughout the Lamanite lands. Many Lamanites are converted, even to the laying down their weapons of war. They call themselves Anti-Nephi-Lehis to distinguish themselves from the unbelieving Lamanites. The unbelieving Lamanites seek to destroy them. The Anit-Nephi-Lehis refuse to fight and many are slain. Some of the hearts of the Lamanites are softened and more are converted. But those descendants of Amulon and Amaleki (former Nephites) become angry seek to destroy the people of Nephi. They go to battle against them and have some success and then are driven back. The Lamanites return to begin slaying the Anti-Nephi-Lehi's again. Ammon organizes a council to determine what needs to be done and they decide to leave for the land of Zarahemla where they are accepted by the people of Nephi and protected. All the while Ammon rejoices and boasts of his God while Aaron tries to keep him humble.
We compare the potential personality traits and characteristics of Ammon and Alma and discuss how The Lord uses all kinds of people to accomplish his work!
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The sons of Mosiah and Alma briefly see each other and rejoice that they are still brethren in The Lord. The sons of Mosiah separate and go into different lands sharing the gospel to the Lamanites. Ammon volunteers to be a servant of King Lamoni and leads his servants in preserving the king's flocks. The king is astonished and it opens the door for Ammon to teach him about God. King Lamoni and many others are converted. Ammon requests to go to Middoni to free his brethren. On the way, they see King Lamoni's father who attempts to slay his son. Ammon protects King Lamoni and then makes some request to his father.
Aaron and his brethren are released from prison. They begin teaching King Lamoni's father. Much success is seen in the land. The promises that the Lamanites would begin to convert to the gospel is being fulfilled.
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Alma and Amulek find themselves surrounded by people of Ammonihah entrenched in teaching doctrines of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Alma gives a great sermon on the priesthood. Afterwards, many people begin to believe, but the majority of the people want them cast into prison. After the people spit upon them and ridicule them they are taken to chief judge. The chief judge does the same and smacks them continuously trying to get Alma and Amulek to withdraw the words they have spoken against the people. The refuse. The chief judge takes the believers women and children and cast them into a pit of fire. Amulek desires to use the powers of Heaven to stop the madness but Alma is constrained to let it be. They are cast into prison and have a few days of persecution and starvation. Finally, the Lord brings relief and the prison walls are brought down. All die except for Alma and Amulek. They come out unscathed. The people of Ammonihah rush to see what the commotion is and they see Alma and Amulek walking out. In fear, the run away. Alma takes Amulek back to Zarahemla into his own house and administer too him.
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Alma takes a short break after preaching in Gideon. He returns to the mission field and has much success in Melek. He then goes to Ammonihah and is rejected and cast out of the city. An angel visits him and tells him to return to the city. There, he meets Amulek, who becomes his companion. After several days of companionship study and some "MTC" training for Amulek, the two go into the city and begin to teach the people. Lawyers get involved and try to trap them in their words. The spirit of The Lord is with them and guide them as they teach the people about the atonement, the resurrection of doctrines of the gospel. Zeezrom offers them money to deny the existence of God, but is caught in his attempt to deceive the people. He himself begins to believe. Alma and Amulek make great companions as they compliment each other and boldly testify of Jesus Christ.
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Alma the younger is finally able to focus exclusively on building the kingdom of God on earth. He has given up the judgement seat and is the High Priest of the church. He begins to rebuild the church and delivers the sermon of all sermons!! Join us as we dive into the words he delivered to the people of Zarahemla and discuss how they can be applied in our day. Have you been spiritually born of God? Have you received his image in your countenance? Have your garments been washed in the blood of The Savior?
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Join us as we discuss the transition from Kings to Judges. King Mosiah prepares to turn the kingdom over to one of his Sons but they all decline. Mosiah is inspired to institute a government of judges by the voice of the people. Alma the elder and King Mosiah die. We point out the many correlations and similarities to the U.S. government we see today. The stability of the reign of judges is put to the test immediately when Nehor slays Gideon. Alma the younger is placed as the chief judge and high priest of the church and immediately has to defend the church's beliefs and the rights of the people in battle. Amlici attempts to win over the voice of the people but when rejected, he rebels and stirs the people up unto anger. Alma the younger is fed up with the continual dissensions of the church and the Lamanite attempts to put his people in bondage. He battles and pursues any and all enemies. Dissenters mark themselves to be distinguished among the Lamanites. Alma sees success and baptizing many converts.
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We discuss the gathering of all the people of King Mosiah, King Limhi, and Alma's People. Alma teaches, King Limhi and his people believe, and they all desire to be baptized. They set up churches in the land and all teach the same basic principles of the Gospel. There begins to be issues amongst members of the church that trouble Alma. He takes it to King Mosiah, but King Mosiah, explains that its a church matter that me must decide on. Alma is reminded that all can repent and call upon the atonement of Christ. His son, Alma the younger and the sons of Mosiah have the visitation of the angel and all are transformed spiritually and desire to correct their wrongs and preach the gospel to their people and to the Lamanites. What can we learn from their example of repentance and sharing gospel. It's important to remember that our spiritual leaders, our Bishops, want to hear from us, they want to help us.
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Join us as we talk with De and Laura Lott. They share a miraculous story of how De survived a horrific auto accident, how they have coped with the challenges of it all, and how their faith has propelled them forward with a positive outlook on life after the accident. They share some of their life challenges before the accident and how their faith was a foundation in their life. They discuss what went through their minds as the reality of the situation set in, the challenges of rehab, life after the accident, and how ultimately their faith continued to be their foundation to help them move forward. From the little miracles provided by the Lord, the expertise of the doctors, the community support, and ultimately relying on each other, De and Laura Lott have come through a truly life altering event exercising their faith and reliance on the Lord.
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Join us as we discuss the fall of King Noah, the struggles of King Limhi and his people, and the formation of the church as directed by Alma. King Noah discovers a following that is taking place and seeks to destroy those people. The prophecies of Abinadi begin to be fulfilled. Alma finds much success in teaching the people from the words of Abinadi and begins to baptize in the waters of Mromon. King Limhi, Ammon, and a council of people figure out a way to escape the bondage of the Lamanties. Alma and his people that fall under the rule of the Lamanites and Amulon have to find a way out of bondage as well. And finally, we try to figure out the purpose of mentioning dragons in the Book of Mormon.
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Join us as we discuss the reign of King Noah. What a difference as compared to King Benjamin. King Noah demonstrates the amount of influence that you can have on people. King Noah took inherited what was mostly a righteous kingdom and turned it into a wicked kingdom where people openly rebelled against God. As noted in the scriptures, the people were blinded by Noah's craftiness in speech and example. As coined in this episode by Andrew, they were "Noah Blind".
Abinadi, a great man, was sent by God as a prophet to teach and warn the people of King Noah. King Noah, having been taught by his righteous father, at times wanted to release Abinadi but ultimately did not and sentanced him to death by fire. Abinadi, goes down as one of the bravest men to stand as a witness of Christ, giving his very life in one of the most horrific ways possible. He was burned alive. He truly is an inspiration.
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Join us as we discuss the Book of Mormon flashbacks. Zeniff and a group of his people set off to find the land of Lehi-Nephi expecting to go to war with the Lamanites only to turn on each other. Upon returning to Zarahemla after a bloody inner battle, Zeniff puts another group together in hopes of occupying the land of his fathers. Zeniff reaches an agreement with King Laman of the Lamanites and obtains possession of the land only to become subjects unto the Lamanites and heavily taxed over the years. From Zeniff, to Noah, to Limhi and 79 years after they originally left, King Mosiah II sends Ammon and a group of people to find Zeniff's people hoping they are still alive. Ammon finds them and explains to King Limhi who they. King Limhi is excited and relieved to have been found by his brethren in hopes that they will be freed from the bondage of the Lamanites. Ammon recounts the history of the last 79 years and teaches the people of king Limhi the words of King Benjamin. Ammon the explorer takes the opportunity to be a missionary as well.
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We discuss the continuation of King Benjamin's address to his people. King Benjamin teaches his people the doctrines taught to him by his father and what he learned from an angel of The Lord. He teaches that all are beggars to The Lord and that we should impart of our substance to the poor and those in need. We discuss that even though we are commanded to give to those in need, sometimes we may not feel inclined to do so. Is that okay? Can that be of the spirit? Let's not not make a habit of not giving and its always better to air on the side of generosity and giving rather than not giving. Finally, we discuss the atonement and the request of the people to be forgiven of their sins, and King Benjamin's intent that they be called the people of Christ. We are spiritually begotten of Christ and become his sons and daughters through the atonement as we accept Him.
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Join us as we talk about the coronavirus experience with Thomas Simpson. Thomas decided to announce to the world the day before April Fools, that he had in fact contracted the coronavirus. By that time, he was well on his way to recovery. We talk about how he found out, what symptoms he experienced, what it was like being quarantined, what his wife and children thought about it, and much more. We ask him about his faith and if he experienced any kind of fear or anxiety after knowing he had the virus. It was a fun interview with Thomas. As we state in the interview, he is a good friend of ours and happy to know that he was well on his way to recovery.
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Join us as we discuss King Benjamin and the beginning of his address to his people. We discuss the significance of the gathering of the people for a type of "General Conference". They gather as families and place tents facing toward the temple. King Benjamin erects a tower so that more people could hear him. King Benjamin could have been an unrighteous king but taught his people that he chose not to. He considered himself as them. He worked among them, lived among them, and mingled with them. Finally, we discuss Mosiah 3:19 and how we strive to overcome the natural man.
We jumped on Zoom about 2 hours after General Conference ended to discuss some of the highlights. As always it was uplifting and exciting to listen to the prophet, apostles, and other general authorities. We discuss the temple announcements, i.e. Tallahassee, FL and Shanghai, People's Republic of China, the new church logo, the Hosanna Shout and much more in this quick episode. The prophet Joseph Smith, the first vision, and the proclamation on "The Restoration of the Fulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ: a Bicentennial Proclamation to the World." It truly was a great conference. We hope you enjoy the quick recap.
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Join us as we discuss the celebration of Easter and the resurrection of our Savior Jesus Christ. What does His resurrection mean to us individually? What kind of minds and bodies will we have when we are resurrected? These are just a couple of the questions that we seek to answer in this episode. We also discuss the symbolim of the cross and why members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints choose not to utilize it as a symbol in their christian faith. We discuss the ancient apostles that walked with Christ and how they must have felt on that beautiful Sunday morning. We discuss their desire to serve and support him and why they may have fell asleep while Christ was suffering in the Garden of Gethsemane. This episode could have gone on for a while but had to bring to an end. Hope you enjoy.
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We are on a two week Come Follow Me section where we are studying the purpose of Easter and the resurrection of our savior Jesus Christ. As we prepare this week for general conference we take the opportunity to discuss the significance and importance of having living prophets and apostles on the earth today. Do they serve the same role as prophets and apostles of old? Our upcoming general conference is promised to be an unforgettable one...but that is up to us as individuals. We try to describe what it's like to attend general conference and to see a prophet in person!
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Join as we discuss Enos and his hunting trip. Did he take the hunting trip as a way to escape to his "secret place" to pray? Did he really intend to find food for the family and then get lost in his thoughts and decide to take that time to pray to his Heavenly Father? Whatever is original intentions were, we know from the scriptures that he felt the spirit of God and decided to take that time and pray. Not only did he pray, but he poured out his heart to God seeking for a remission of his sins. He then prayed for his people and his enemies. Enos is one of those people you think of when discussing the principal of prayer. The records continue to be passed down generation to generation. The prophet Mormon, takes the opportunity to insert his comments and the transition from the small plates to the large plates as he abridged all the records of the Nephits that had been passed down over several hundred years.
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Join us on this special edition as we discuss Joseph Smith's First Vision. We discuss the events that lead up to the first vision; from how Joseph's family ended up in Palmyra to what caused Joseph to seek Heavenly Father in prayer. We discuss the four primary accounts recorded and why there are some slight differences. We also discuss the personal request President Russell M. Nelson has made for everyone to study the First Vision. He invited us to "Hear Him" in our own personal way. We share some personal experiences that we have had over the years as we have gained testimonies of The First Vision as well some of our own encounters with evil spirits. We testify that Joseph Smith did in fact, see God the Father and His Son Jesus Christ.
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Nephi passes away and Jacob is commanded to write down the things that are most precious. We discuss the three major sins that Jacob addresses to his people; love of riches and material possessions, sexual immorality, and pride. Can you seek after riches and be righteous? Why were some of the people of Nephi practicing plural marriage? We also discuss the history of plural marriage being practiced among members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. We discuss current honor code changes at BYU that are made by the leaders of the church and how we adapt to those changes.
After spending a lot of time expounding on the words of Isaiah, Nephi get's back to the plainness of the gospel in his writings and final testimony. The gospel at its core is simple and plain, yet wonderfully perfect. Christ was baptized not only to set an example, but also to keep the Father's commandments in which he states that all must be born of the water in order to enter the kingdom of Heaven. The Lord wants to be involved in our lives. Even though Nephi felt weak in writing, he did so anyway knowing the Lord would provide. The Lord can do the same for us in our lives. Men carry the words of the Lord unto the hearts of men and Spirit carries the words of the Lord into the hearts of men. We must be willing to receive the spirit. Finally, Nephi and his people leaving Jerusalem which was destroyed is compared to our current goals that Nasa and Elon Musk have in getting people on Mars. It would be like a colony being established on Mars and then Earth being destroyed. A whold new beginning with nothing left. Nephi and his completely left their world behind to begin a life in a new world, the promised land.
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We discuss Nephi's vision of the Mesiah and the generations of his people as they experience peace, war, and dissensions. Satan is the great magician as he continually seeks to deceive, trick and "carefully" lead us away from the Savior. Casualness in the following the Savior is an easy trap to full into. We think we are doing fine by not doing anything bad, but are we actively striving to follow the Savior?
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Join us as Saints In The South discuss what it means to be a Mormon, a Christian, and a Saint all at the same time. Sometimes Mormons are mistakenly thought not to be Christians when in fact they are. God's people and followers have often been referred to as Saints in the Old Testament and New Testament? That slowly changed during New Testament times when people needed a way to differentiate those who followed Christ from those who continued to follow the Law of Moses. The word Christian became the mainstream term as a way to label a follower of Christ and the word Saint took on an elevated meaning as man's definition changed over the years as to what it means to be a Saint. We compare that to how early members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints were called Mormons. For a good period of time, the church embraced the term. However, under the direction of President Russell M. Nelson, Saints are highly encouraged to refer to the church as The Lord instructed, using it's full name when possible and only slightly adjusted names at other times. President Nelson has guided The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on a huge undertaking to alter the names of church affiliated organizations and websites to help adjust the incorrect name references of the church all over the world.
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Join us as Saints in the South discuss Jacob's teachings from Come Follow Me in the Book of Mormon. We discuss his use of the Old Testament prophet Isaiah's words as a base for his teaching. We discuss Jacob's description of the plan of salvation, his teaching on the atonement, as well as the significance and some of the reasons why many of the Jews did not accept Christ as the Savior. The plan of salvation is truly a perfect plan providing both justice and mercy.
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Join us as Saints in the South discuss the continuing journey of Lehi and his family through the wilderness. They continue to face challenges and hardships such as hunger, loss of hunting equipment, family contention, and fatigue. So much so that the prophet Lehi, even begins to murmur. Nephi's faith and example pull them through as they build a ship and cross the waters to the promised land. How can we learn from Nephi's example? What can we learn from Laman and Lemuel's complaining? Does the Lord really always provide a way?
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