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72. Easter Week, Day 1 Triumphal Entry, Hosanna Shout
April 07, 2020 00:00 - 16 minutes - 12.5 MBJoin me as we begin the biggest week of the year! HOLY WEEK! Today, a quick review of 1. Triumphal Entry 2. Hosanna Shout 3. Riding on a donkey Deliver us! Psalm 118 Book of Leviticus
72. Enos and the Wrestle with God
March 24, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 16.3 MBThis very personal story of Enos' wrestle with God is our story. God wants us to find Him and draw near to Him. Enos, a man, and representative of all mankind, he tells a story of personal redemption, personal conversion, personal testimony. Powerful Stuff I pray we can each draw close to God and wrestle to know Him.
71. ENOS, BOOK of Mormon, ALL ABOUT
March 24, 2020 00:00 - 16 minutes - 12.1 MBMoving onto a new set of books. First, the prophet ENOS. 1. who, what, where 2. A story of personal conversion, testimony, and redemption 3. some themes Love each other during the trials Wrestle for your own testimony and redemption LOVE YOU, sisters and brothers
70. Jacob at the Temple, a Warning
March 15, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 18.9 MBThe prophet Jacob continues with his sermons. First, we hear of two issues that cause serious concern in the Nephite civilization: pride from wealth, and "whoredoms." Not the most cheerful sermon, but I love that God looks out for his children. He cares for each of us, no matter our political nor economic status. From all of the society, women and the "poor" He is aware of us and has strong words for those who afflict His gentle ones.
69. Jacob ALL ABOUT
March 10, 2020 00:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBWe are introduced to the WONDERFUL, EMOTIVE Prophet Jacob. Let's jump into the context, before we read the short 7 chapters. Let's cover: Timing Setting Culture Who was Jacob? Themes Structure https://rsc.byu.edu/book-mormon-jacob-through-words-mormon-learn-joy/jacob-prophet-theologian-historian
68. 2 Nephi 31, The Baptism of Christ & Us
March 05, 2020 00:00 - 22 minutes - 16.7 MBNephi's great sermon to is people. Why Did Christ Get Baptized? The answer is different than you might think. 1. Holiness 2. Tapping into the Atonement 3. Witness to the Father 4. Witness to us
67. Nephi & Isaiah Part 7, The Child
February 22, 2020 23:23 - 22 minutes - 17 MBNephi uses Isaiah to teach us about 1. The remnant (Shearjashub) 2. God with Us (Emmanuel) 3. The opposite, destruction and terror when we don't turn to the Lord (Mahershalahashbaz) 4. The Child who will be Victorious and usher in a rule of hope and salvation (Jesus) While the politics and story is a little hard, the analogies used of the children help us see the vision of the Lord and His saving grace.
66. Nephi & Isaiah 6, the Call and the Holy Seed
February 21, 2020 23:59 - 25 minutes - 18.9 MBIsaiah's amazing call. Vision of the Lord And what can we learn of His vision, the call of a prophet, and the HOPE he gives for a remnant and a seed.
65. Nephi & Isaiah Part 5 Song of the Vineyard
February 20, 2020 00:00 - 20 minutes - 15.1 MBThe plot thickens! Isaiah turns to poetry to help us understand the Lord's love for His Covenant people and lament over their folly. First, a few pointers about poetry, specifically Hebrew Poetry 1. Short lines 2. Doesn't rhyme, but is concise 3. Parallelism. It might deepen, enhance, or even contrast Then, 2 Ne 15.... Feel the emotion, the lament, the Lord's love and care....
64. Nephi & Isaiah Part 4, The Day of the Lord
February 19, 2020 00:00 - 23 minutes - 17.9 MBLet's dive back into Isaiah We have done some prep work, so let's talk about THE DAY. When God will come and bring salvation to ALL NATIONS! 2 Ne 12 starts with a vision of what it will be like! 2 New 14 ends with the vision of...the same thing And in the middle we get a poem about the pride that brings all people, and nations, down. Power, pride, social power, is all eclipsed by the LORD when He comes. A great and beautiful vision into the Salvation of All by God.
63. Nephi & Isaiah Part 3, Structure
February 16, 2020 00:00 - 19 minutes - 14.2 MBNephi and Jacob use Isaiah for specific purposes. They BOTH use the term: Liken. They want us to know about the Savior, the covenant, and the being the Remnant of the House of Israel. a. Framing. They tell us why/what they are going to tell us. Then they use Isaiah, then they summarize. b. Isaiah's structure of Judgment/Hope and linked with the remnant.
62. Nephi and Isaiah, ALL ABOUT, Part 2 Foundations
February 13, 2020 00:00 - 29 minutes - 21.2 MBContinuing on our PREP for Isaiah in the Book of Mormon, and specifically Nephi, we're going to go over: Foundational ideals, building blocks, themes, motifs A lot of these you'll know. Some may not be so familiar. But Isaiah assumes you know these so let's refresh.
61. Nephi & Isaiah, ALL ABOUT part 1
February 13, 2020 00:00 - 19 minutes - 14.8 MBThis is it! We are here!!!! Isaiah. I can't wait! We're going to start with: Part 1: Nephi's use of Isaiah and his main themes (that's THIS episode). Part 2: foundations. The LEGO blocks and fundamentals that Isaiah is going to use to tell us about: The Atoning Messiah, The Plan of Redemption, The Covenant, and the Tribes of Israel (Remnant/Branch) Part 3: structure of Isaiah Part 4: Jumping into the actual chapters Whew! Can we do it? It will take a few episodes but I CANNOT WA...
60. 2 Nephi 2, The 2 Ways
February 09, 2020 00:00 - 24 minutes - 17.5 MBChoose the Way of Christ Lehi blesses Jacob and explains the path of the Redeemer. See also, Deuteronomy 29-30 https://byustudies.byu.edu/content/ancient-doctrine-two-ways-and-book-mormon
59. 2 Nephi 3 Joseph & The Covenant
February 07, 2020 23:34 - 23 minutes - 16.8 MBWe jump back into 2 Nephi 3 as Lehi blesses his youngest son, Joseph. 1. The covenant and blessing of Joseph of Egypt Manasseh and Ephraim (Gen 49) 2. Joseph of Egypt's special covenant 3. Young Joseph's part of that family 4. AMAZING blessings for the family of Joseph 5. Blessings of a seer in the latter days
58. 2 Nephi 1, Lehi's Blessing and the Covenant
February 04, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 29.6 MBWe move into 2 Nephi and return to Lehi and his blessing of his family. 1. The Covenant 2. Blessings, Patriarchal
57. 2 Nephi ALL ABOUT, Nephi's Soul
February 03, 2020 00:00 - 18 minutes - 14.4 MBCome, Follow Me Let's take a step back and look at the context and structure of 2 Nephi. 1. The only scripture that has 2 separate books by the same prophet. 2. Some history and overview 3. 5 parts of 2 Nephi a. Lehi Blesses His Son b. Historical review of the Division of the groups c. Jacob's Sermon on Salvation of Israel by the Gentiles d. Isaiah (Don't turn it off, this is great stuff!) e. Nephi's concluding vision
56. 1 Nephi 16, 19 The Atoning Messiah
February 02, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 16 MBNephi tells us why he created 2 sets of plates. Themes of the Atoning Messiah The Covenant The Gathering of Israel While we finish some of the most powerful scriptures of Christ, we also see Nephi's masterful structure of 1 Nephi drawing our attention to the role of the Messiah.
55. 1 Nephi 15-22 The Covenant
January 29, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 16.2 MBWe begin the ending of 1 Nephi 1. Why does Nephi use Isaiah? 2. What are the main themes? Atoning Messiah, Covenants, and Gathering/Scattering of Israel (which can be images of the olive tree/branch/root/seed/tree) Why is Nephi in 2 books? What were the brothers focused on vs. Nephi? Is that like us/??
54. 1 Nephi 11 - 14, Plan for the Remnant
January 25, 2020 00:00 - 24 minutes - 19.5 MBCome, Follow Me We continue on Nephi's vision of the Lamb of God and the condesension of God. The Atoning Messiah The Mission of the Lamb of God The Love of God to share with us, the children of men.
53. 1 Nephi 11, The Lamb of God
January 22, 2020 00:00 - 20 minutes - 15.8 MBNow we turn from Lehi to Nephi ALL ABOUT We learn some of the structure and setting that will ultimately give us an overview of the message: The Lamb of God, the Atoning Messiah. The Savior of the World. 1. Watch for the last verse of Chapter 10, THEN read chapter 11 2. inclusio: a kind of book ends, using a repeat of a phrase or verse, to highlight the themes or ideas inclosed. 3. Nephi will use these themes we're going to see in chapters 11-14 for the rest of 1 and 2 Nephi, use I...
52. 1 Nephi 8 - 11 Nephi's Remnant
January 19, 2020 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBSo much to talk about in the vision on Lehi. Big Picture Story starts with seeds..ends with a branch. A remnant Then the vision and a second vision of the Lamb of God, who will Redeem His people The Tree of Life, The Redemption of the Branch of Israel This is the story of a redemption, a gathering, a bringing back the seeds/branch/family
51. Lehi's Dream of the Tree of Life, symbols
January 16, 2020 00:00 - 20 minutes - 15.2 MB1 Nephi 8 Looking at our method of studying scripture (1. what/where/who 2. allegory 3. application 4. mysticism) We will jump into the tree the fruit https://archive.bookofmormoncentral.org/content/1-nephi-8-10 https://knowhy.bookofmormoncentral.org/knowhy/what-fruit-is-white
50. 1 Nephi 8 ALL ABOUT dreams and vision, Lehi's Dream
January 15, 2020 02:52 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBALL ABOUT Let's take a step back and look at dreams and visions in scripture. Are there other examples? Is there a pattern? and WHY does the LORD use them? https://rsc.byu.edu/archived/things-which-my-father-saw/6-lehi-dreamed-dream-report-lehis-dream-its-biblical-context
49. 1 Nephi 1-5 Reading Narrative
January 12, 2020 00:00 - 24 minutes - 18.5 MBWe continue on looking at how to read the Book of Mormon, including 1 Nephi 1-5 1. What type/genre? 2. Plot 3. Setting 4. Characters 5. Theme https://loridenning.podomatic.net/blog
48: 1 Nephi 1, Part 3: Nephi's narrative
January 10, 2020 00:00 - 21 minutes - 15.2 MBMoving onto part 3 of our 1 Nephi 1 review. Does Nephi's text tell us how to read the text? I think so We compare the quotation method of looking at a story and the rabbinical approach. Also, a few steps on how to read narrative For more on these techniques check out: Beholding the Tree of Life https://www.amazon.com/Beholding-Tree-Life-Rabbinic-Approach-ebook/dp/B00P8FQ286
47. 1 Nephi 1:5-15 Lehi's Visions
January 05, 2020 00:00 - 25 minutes - 18.6 MBpart 2 of 1 Nephi, Chapter 1 Lehi's Visions Lehi sees a number of visions or theophanies. What did he see? What does it remind us of? Are there any symbols or examples that help us understand these visions? 1 Nephi continues with POWERFUL visions and starts to reveal some of the Lord's themes we will see in the Book of Mormon.
46. 1 Ne 1:4 Lehi's record
January 04, 2020 00:00 - 20 minutes - 14.8 MBPart 1 of 1 Nephi 1 As we enter the MOST exciting Book of Mormon study year, I am doing a 4 or 5 part entry into chapter 1 of 1 Nephi. Part 1: Lehi's record setting the stage history Lehi finds himself in Josiah's reform Part 2: Lehi's Visions Part 3: Nephi: Theme of Nephi, Tender Mercies Part 4: Text Additional resources: A Dream, A Rock, a Pillar of Fire https://www.amazon.com/Dream-Rock-Pillar-Fire-Reading/dp/0842530126 Reader's Edition of Book of Mormon https://www...
45. Book of Mormon, Title Page
December 30, 2019 00:00 - 18 minutes - 9.35 MBI loved the focus the title page gives us! We answer the question: WHAT is the Book of Mormon? It is for whom? Why is it? How did we get it?
44. Book of Mormon Title Page, ALL ABOUT
December 27, 2019 00:00 - 21 minutes - 15.8 MBWe are off to a new year and new text: the Book of Mormon. This is exciting and together we start with an often over-looked text, the title page. Starting with the a. History of the title page, who wrote it: Moroni b. the various versions of the Book of Mormon: 1830, 1837, 1840, 1852, 1879, 1920, and 1981 and printer's manuscript 2. A few tips for studying Also, if you want some more info check out https://rsc.byu.edu/archived/book-mormon-first-nephi-doctrinal-foundation/2-titl...
43. Revelation 4-5, The Lamb
December 14, 2019 00:00 - 23 minutes - 17.9 MBAnd now, we get to the best part! The vision of the scroll and "who is worthy to open it?" The little lamb, the Lion of Judah
42. Revelation 1-3, 7 Churches
December 14, 2019 00:00 - 21 minutes - 16.5 MBSo much to say!The Revelation of Jesus 1. Review Intro 2. Steeped in scripture 3. Chap 1-3 the 7 churches OVERVIEW This is quick as we continue you on to the BEST PART Chap 4-5
41. Book of Revelation, ALL ABOUT part 2, tone & structure
December 09, 2019 06:24 - 19 minutes - 26.6 MBThe Book of Revelation continues 1. Tone 2. Who/what/when 3. Structure Revelation 1:1-8
40. Book of Revelation, ALL ABOUT, a story of hope
December 09, 2019 05:57 - 17 minutes - 13 MBJoin me as we begin to study the book of Revelation. Sometimes called the Revelation of John or the Revelation of Jesus. 1. What is Apocalyptic Literature 2. Examples of apocalyptic literature, Daniel 7, Lehi's Dream, Section 76, Ezekiel 1 & 36, Isaiah 6, etc. 3. Tone, style, symbols, common themes
39. 1, 2, 3 John & Jude, ALL ABOUT the Early Christian Epistles
December 03, 2019 00:00 - 20 minutes - 15 MBLet's dive back into the early Christian letters. These are short, often overlooked, but some great material. Today we talk about the letters, context, who they were written by, why, main themes and ideas. Including some of the challenges that were unique to their day...or were they? John the Elder Jude/Judah the brother of Jesus
38. 2 Peter, Sharing in the Divine Nature
December 01, 2019 00:00 - 21 minutes - 12.7 MBCome, Follow Me 2 Peter 1. What God wants for His people 2. Share in his Divine Nature 3. Make our calling and election sure 4. what we must do. Obedience, discipline 5. False Teachers 6. Day of The Lord 7. Patience - wait for the Day
37. 1 Peter, Christ as the Cornerstone
December 01, 2019 00:00 - 20 minutes - 11.8 MBCome, Follow Me 1 Peter We really jump into 1 Peter 1:1-9 where Peter lays out his themes. Strangers and travellers Chosen people Through Christ and His Mercy Then we bounce over to 1 Peter 2, Christ as the stone. The cornerstone, the Son, ben and eben The Covenant
36. Epistles of Peter, ALL ABOUT
November 27, 2019 00:00 - 21 minutes - 16.3 MBWe jump into one of my favorite Apostles: PETER 1. Who, What, When, Where 2. Reminders about the character of Peter
35. James 1: A Whole Life in Christ
November 23, 2019 00:00 - 18 minutes - 13.3 MBJames give us is masterful first chapter with the themes of: 1. How to live a whole & complete life 2. God gives us trials a. to learn patience b. Wisdom c. Faith God gives us all good things and wants to bless us.
34. Epistle of James, ALL ABOUT
November 19, 2019 00:00 - 24 minutes - 14.6 MBCome, Follow Me Epistle of James Context and History Who, What, Why A life of wisdom, through faith in Christ A review of the wisdom literature through James/Jacob. Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job Thanks to Dr. David Chapman (Epistle to James history and commentary) and The Bible Project (Wisdom Literature)
33. Hebrews 8 - 13, Christ, the Author and Finisher of our Faith
November 17, 2019 00:00 - 15 minutes - 21 MBWe finish the Book of Hebrews. Excuse me while I share a personal story about faith and learning how the Savior is our friend, the Way, the Author and Finisher of our Faith.
32. Hebrews 5-8, Christ as High Priest
November 17, 2019 00:00 - 22 minutes - 13.4 MBWelcome back! 1. Jesus is the better way 2. Review of 1-4 3. Don't forget what you've learned/the changes when you were converted 4. There is MORE TO COME 5. Christ is the High Priest, a better way
31. Hebrews 3 & 4 Faith in Christ - a Greater Way
November 10, 2019 00:00 - 17 minutes - 13.5 MBWe return to Come, Follow Me and the Book of Hebrews with Chapter 3 and 4 1. Building on the testimony of Moses 2. The story of the Wilderness and wandering 3. When our faith lags 4. Entering God's Rest 5. The grace of Christ
31. Hebrews 3 & 4 Faith in Christ - a greater way
November 10, 2019 00:00 - 17 minutes - 13.5 MBWe return to Come, Follow Me and the Book of Hebrews with Chapter 3 and 4 1. Building on the testimony of Moses 2. The story of the Wilderness and wandering 3. When our faith lags 4. Entering God's Rest 4. The grace of Christ
30. Hebrews 1 & 2, Jesus as our High Priest
November 08, 2019 00:00 - 22 minutes - 17.4 MB1. Jesus as Prophet, King and High Priest 2. Builds on the new covenant 3. The Salvation and New Covenant is the Way. It is superior 4. Christ suffered for us, so he can understand us as brothers and sisters
29. The Book of Hebrews, ALL ABOUT
November 06, 2019 00:00 - 25 minutes - 18.6 MBWe get to my FAVORITE book in the NT - Hebrews. In this podcast we talk about 1. Who wrote it 2. Who was the audience 3. Genre: letter? book? sermon? 4. What was the purpose -Encourage & teach, Christ is Superior Reminding us of: Abraham, Moses, Sinai, Priests, Wilderness and Promised Land We talk Angels and Melchizedek I got carried away! THIS IS SUCH GREAT STUFF
28. Epistle to Titus, Christ's Mercy reflected in me
November 01, 2019 00:00 - 30 seconds - 19.7 MBThis pastoral epistle to Titus is written by Paul to one of his spiritual sons, Titus. The bishop of the greek island of Crete, Titus is really applicable to us, today. 1. The Faithfulness of God. The God who does not lie! 2. The ability for Christ to change us, and we can affect a community 3. God's Mercy saves us Wow, I loved diving back into this letter. It teaches me of Christ and how I want to be better and a good disciple.
26. 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, Titus, ALL ABOUT the Pastoral Epistles
October 28, 2019 00:00 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBPaul writes 3 letters to to the Bishops of the congregations in the area. Timothy is the Bishop of Ephesus. He is young and while Ephesus is a great congregation, there are challenges. Paul gives Timothy advice (Tim is Paul's protege) about doctrine and practical application. Titus is the Bishop in Crete. The Cretan church has its own challenges. Paul writes to advise on both 1. Doctrine of Christ 2. Practical Application These are awesome letters. How to shepherd your ward, help in...
27. Epistle to Timothy, 1 & 2, Hope and Salvation in Christ
October 27, 2019 19:21 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBCome, Follow Me continues Paul teaches Timothy, the Bishop of Ephesus about 1. Hope 2. The role of women in the Church 3. False Doctrine being taught then...what does that mean for us today? 3. Persecutions will come, but it is worth it I still love these letters. So easy to read, so heartfelt, so focused on the Savior and practical applications.
25. 1 & 2 Thessalonians, Faith, Hope, Service
October 27, 2019 00:00 - 21 minutes - 16.2 MB1. Love, Faith, and Hope in Christ 2. Service like Christ and Paul 3. Loving those we serve 4. The 2nd coming - God will make it right