Talking Scripture

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Joseph Smith and his companions escape from Missouri custody in April 1839.(08:34) The Saints beautify Nauvoo. An overview of this section.(11:03) Joseph has not fallen from grace. The Lord emphasizes Joseph’s prophetic role even though he has weakness. What are our expectations of prophets?(14:31) The significance of official proclamations. Watchmen on the tower warn the Saints of the coming enemy. The disintegration of the family is one of the biggest challenges of our day.(19:11) The Lord asks Joseph to make the first official proclamation calling the nations of the earth to give heed to Zion.(22:42) The Lord’s global approach to Zion, inviting all to come unto Christ.(24:42) Specific Saints that have passed away are remembered by the Lord. The story of Edward Partridge and his trials in Nauvoo.(31:37) The Lord commands that a temple be built in Nauvoo. Temples are where the Saints receive the fulness of the priesthood.(39:15) The doctrine of baptism for the dead was taught at Seymour Brunson’s funeral. The Saints performed these in the Mississippi River for a short time until the temple was ready. The Lord will meet us where we are and guide us to higher places.(45:17) D&C 124 can prompt meaningful discussions about what happens in the temple. Appropriate communication about the temple is important.(53:13) In the temple we put on sacred vestments as a symbol of changing our very natures as we come into the grace of Jesus Christ. Endowment, sacred vestments, investiture, “putting on,” are all related to the Greek word enduo.(55:40) Nine individuals receive the endowment in the upper room of the Red Brick Store in May 1842.(1:00:32) The Lord’s emphasis on the Nauvoo House is a reminder to be more inclusive.(1:05:03) Ammon and Aaron’s different approaches to missionary work.(1:08:22) The scourge placed on the inhabitants of Kirtland is removed by President Benson in 1979.(1:10:11) Priesthood leaders are gifts given by a loving Heavenly Father. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 344 | D&C 124, Come Follow Me 2025 (October 27-November 2) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Historical background.(02:17) Joseph Smith demonstrated majesty in chains while in custody in Richmond.(05:35) Ten eternal truths we can apply to our lives from the Liberty Jail experience.(07:38) #1: God is aware of your trials, you are not alone. (11:11) #2: Your suffering will end. It will not last forever.(12:41) #3: Be faithful in tribulation and endure it well.(17:59) #4: Thy friends do stand by thee. Share your burdens.(24:18) #5: Other people, like Job, survived their challenges.(25:29) #6: God allows agency, but justice will prevail in the end. The Missourians eventually pay a bitter price for their actions.(29:13) The classic problem of evil.(31:54) #7: Mortality is oftentimes painful, but we are promised that joy will swallow up the suffering through divine compensation.(38:33) Like Job and Joseph, we can communicate directly with God about our how we really feel.(41:01) #8: All these things shall give thee experience and shall be for thy good.(44:40) #9: Jesus is familiar with our pain and knows what we need to be saved.(47:17) #10: Their bounds are set. Suffering is calculated for our benefit.(48:36) An alternate view of D&C 122.9. Perhaps this verse applies to Joseph Smith only and is not universal in its application.(51:05) An overview of the ten truths.(54:56) Lyman Wight collects affidavits which are used to seek redress from the federal government. It is our duty to seek truth and light.(57:39) The persecution in Missouri was both religious and political, but the main complaint against the Saints was their religion.(1:00:26) A discussion about unrighteous dominion. Power comes from righteousness, not from position or compulsion.(1:10:45) The end of this section contains an invitation to understand dominion as it is taught in the temple. A description of God as a Man of Holiness, who invites His children with meekness to partake in all that He has. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 343 | D&C 121-123, Come Follow Me 2025 (October 20-26) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Saints leave Kirtland. The pattern of prosperity and pain in church history.(05:06) In January 1838, Joseph and Emma leave Kirtland, never to return. Their enemies follow them to Missouri.(11:16) In Section 115 the Lord puts His name on the Church.(14:20) On April 26, 1839, the Quorum of the Twelve lay the cornerstone of the temple in Far West, fulfilling the command in Section 115.(17:13) W.W. Phelps’ reaction to the Quorum of the Twelve and his later change of heart. Our worst days do not define us.(18:47) More stakes are to be built nearby for the Saints to come and join Zion. This brings about the revelation regarding Adam-Ondi-Ahman in Section 116.(23:37) The Danites are a zealous group of members who defend the church and want to force out any dissenters. Sidney Rigdon gives the Salt Sermon, prompting the Danites to issue a written resolution to the dissenters in June 1838.(27:19) May we learn to be more wise than the Danites!(31:18) Was Joseph Smith a Danite?(32:25) John Corrill’s witness of Danite culture.(34:45) Sampson Avard leads the Danites in many of their extreme behaviors.(37:33) Oliver Granger is to sell all the property in Kirtland for as much as he can after the Saints leave. The message from the Lord to Oliver applies to us when we face difficult assignments. When you fall, rise again.(42:29) Not all the Saints left Kirtland by July 1838. William Marks and Newel K. Whitney are commanded to leave in Section 117.(44:50) The law of tithing is given to the whole church in Section 119.(49:22) A knock down at Gallatin and the Judge Adam Black affair lead to increased tensions.(52:23) Reed Peck’s account of Joseph Smith’s sermon in October and Joseph’s determination to fight back against the Missourians.(53:49) After many Saints’ homes were burned by Missourians, there is a pivot point in the Mormon War. The Danites now go on the offensive. Lyman Wight is given authority to defend the Saints from Hyrum Parks.(58:12) Thomas B. Marsh and Orson Hyde secretly leave the Saints and write an affidavit against the Church and send it to Lilburn W. Boggs, the Governor of Missouri.(1:00:29) Governor Boggs issues the Extermination Order. 17 Saints were murdered and 14 were injured in the Haun’s Mill Massacre.(1:04:13) Joseph is taken to prison and the Saints evacuate Missouri. George Hinckle’s role in the surrender.(1:07:59) God is with us in darkness. The light will come again. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 342 | D&C 115-120, Come Follow Me 2025 (October 13-19) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Accepting the representations of William Burgess, Joseph Smith and others church leaders visit Salem, Massachusetts in hopes of alleviating the church’s debt.(04:32) God can be both loved and feared. Examples of how He sees our efforts and quickly forgives our mistakes.(15:19) The Salem visit seems to be a gentle reminder from heaven of the dangers of being overzealous in religious thinking and behavior.(23:24) The Anti-Nephi-Lehies were welcomed and protected by the Nephites, who could have justified turning them away.(25:354) The pride cycle. Prosperity and pain are critical junctions where we can choose either humility or pride.(30:58) A brief sketch of the Kirtland Safety Society, the bank that was established in Kirtland. Due to mismanagement of assets, and in concert with the financial crisis of 1837, many Saints lose wealth, and some blame the Prophet Joseph Smith.(35:33) In 1836-37 Kirtland becomes prosperous prior to the financial crisis. The Lord warns the Saints of coming trouble if they are not humble.(37:17) Thomas B. Marsh explains how his apostasy began by pridefully reviling against the Prophet.(41:03) Four important lessons from Section 112.(44:16) Joseph flees to Missouri and the Lord comforts him through the writings of Isaiah in Section 113. A small branch grows out of a dead tree and will eventually become a mighty tree itself. Joseph is the rod and has dual citizenship, being from both the tribe of Judah and Ephraim.(48:37) In our darkest days, may we remember the image of a new tree growing out of the dead tree.(50:29) David Patten dies before he is able to serve a mission to England. A story is told about him continuing missionary work in the spirit world among the English Christians eager to hear the message of the Restoration.(55:43) God’s work will move forward. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 341 | D&C 111-114, Come Follow Me 2025 (October 6-12) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief history of many noteworthy events leading up to the dedication of the Kirtland Temple.(03:28) Washings and anointings are introduced to a core group of Saints in Kirtland.(09:12) Edward Partridge and Joseph Smith are reconciled and share in visionary experiences.(11:26) The construction of the temple came with great personal sacrifice and tribulation. Did the Saints use their best china in the plaster?(14:17) The dedicatory prayer of the Kirtland Temple reveals some of the purposes and blessings of temples. Temples connect heaven and earth, the focal point where God manifests holiness to his children. We can take our challenges to the temple and partner with God in resolving them.(17:18) Temples are a house of God, where he dwells and communes with mankind. Feeling His divine presence is a reminder of our heavenly home.(22:45) A closer look as to why Sidney Rigdon reads Psalm 96 and 24 at the dedication and how they relate to ancient ideas about temples.(29:21) The temple is a place of instruction and learning.(39:14) The temple is a house of protection.(41:32) The dedicatory prayer ends by Joseph taking his problems to the Lord. He prays for his enemies, the nations of the earth, the redemption of Jerusalem, and for leaders of the Church.(46:20) An outline of the eventful week after the dedication.(48:50) Four significant heavenly beings come to the temple and bring keys to gather Israel and seal families: The Savior, Moses, Elias, and Elijah.(56:43) The coming of Elijah during Passover week was a prophecy thousands of years in the making. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 340 | D&C 109-110, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 29-October 5) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) God has realistic expectations of us. We don’t have to be perfect to be saved.(07:17) An interpretation of D&C 106.6, bowing to God’s scepter. When we choose to follow the Lord, He gives us all that He has in return.(14:23) Section 107 is a revelation on the priesthood.(16:19) Why Melchizedek is the model and designation for which the priesthood is named.(30:18) The purpose of the priesthood and hierarchy is to bring God’s children home.(33:35) The patriarchal priesthood is practiced in the home and is not hierarchal. The priesthood offices function as scaffolding to bless and build the family.(35:27) Calling and election is discussed in these revelations, but the journey matters as much as the destination.(39:47) Elder McConkie, “if you’re on that path when death comes…you’ll never fall off from it, and, for all practical purposes, your calling and election is made sure”.(42:19) How Boyd K. Packer’s understanding of Section 107 influenced change in the organization of the Seventy.(53:30) The Lord allows humans to run the church. The president of the church has the power to decide (D&C 107.79-80).(54:52) The ascendancy of the Quorum of the Twelve in 1841.(57:03) The restoration is ongoing. We are part of a living Church that grows and adjusts.(59:27) The meeting at Adam-ondi-Ahman.(1:02:13) The Pseudepigraphal Testament of Adam as it relates to the Lord’s comments in D&C 107.53-54. Joseph Smith sits in the tradition of early Christianity and their understanding of Adam’s role among the ancients. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 339 | D&C 106-108, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 22-28) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Section 102 contains governing principles for councils.(10:24) An example of a council in Acts 15. Moving forward with unity is important.(12:37) Modern apostles share their experiences making decisions in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.(14:45) The historical background of Zion’s Camp. Their mission was to reclaim their lands in Jackson County.(18:13) Missouri Attorney General Robert W. Wells assures the Saints they will be restored to their homes if they send men to help. Governor Dunklin later reverses this decision.(22:22) How the Zion’s Camp experience can apply in our lives today.(30:23) Much of the history of Zion’s Camp is from George A. Smith’s journal, who was just 17 at the time.(33:34) Joseph had a plan to go back in two years and reclaim Zion, but it did not happen. The Saints struggled to follow the Lord’s counsel.(39:00) Zion’s Camp helped shape powerful leaders – Brigham Young, Wilford Woodruff and others.(40:23) We must finish building Zion today.(44:23) Three members in Missouri were chastised by Joseph Smith. Even though Joseph corrected these men, his later letters portray his great love for them.(48:15) The Lord instructs Israel to become great. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 338 | D&C 102-105, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 15-21) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) In July 1833, Missourians mob the Saints. The Lord defines when fighting back is justified.(03:07) The Book of Mormon teaches that we should be reluctant to go into conflict.(06:25) Conflict should have righteous motivation: to preserve, defend, and protect.(10:10) We can’t be guilty of striking back. We won’t have the Lord’s help in conflict if we retaliate.(19:46) Conflict is justified in times of exigency, an urgent need or demand.(21:49) The Saints made mistakes which inflamed the conflict in Missouri.(26:42) We must accept the responsibilities that come with rights.(41:24) Section 99 is a revelation to John Murdock.(44:20) In Section 100 Joseph is on his mission to Canada, where key converts are later found.(45:46) Section 101 emphasizes the need for a watchman on a tower. Prophets and temples will prepare us for what is to come.(55:12) The violence and suffering continues in 1833. The prophet Joseph details what Zion must do to be safe, including building a temple.(1:01:14) The end of Section 101 can be read as much more than a call to gather Zions Camp and march to Missouri. It can also be read as the Lord’s call to perfect the Saints.(1:06:00) The future of Zion is bright. Be still and know that I am God.(1:11:04) Beautiful promises of the Second Coming of Christ and future Millennial peace. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 337 | D&C 98-101, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 8-14) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Kirtland Saints and the Jackson County Saints received the same command to build a temple, but they had different results.(05:27) The significance of temples was lost due to the Apostasy and misunderstanding of scriptural texts over time.(07:05) Four days after the revelatory rebuke in D&C 95, George A. Smith, Hyrum Smith, and Reynolds Cahoon haul loads of stone and commence digging trenches for the temple.(12:01) The other buildings described in Section 94 are not built, but the Saints did finish the Kirtland Temple.(15:04) The importance of temple work and its peculiar nature as emphasized in D&C 95.4 and Isaiah 28.21. A brief examination of Isaiah 28 in its temple context.(27:32) We build temples to give us a place to take our most holy desires unto the Lord so that He can pour out His spirit upon us.(28:55) The dedicatory prayer of King Solomon’s temple and its relevance to our day.(33:59) The Kirtland Temple is built on part of the Peter French farm.(37:56) The Latter-day Saints’ opposition to slavery contributed to the political tension in Jackson County, Missouri in the summer of 1833.(44:40) The Lord offers the Saints a way to escape vengeance by building the temple. He gives a similar message to Hezekiah, King of Judah, who understands the blessings and promises of the temple.(52:18) Why we build temples. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 336 | D&C 94-97, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 1-7) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Section 93 answers deep theological questions about the nature of God and His children.(01:41) One step at a time, grace for grace, we will make it to the Celestial Kingdom. As we improve and grow, the light we receive shows us more we need to do. Divine discontent is meant to motivate, not discourage.(20:16) Don’t judge others. They may be more faithful to the light they have than we are to the light we have.(22:21) The reciprocal nature of grace in the Greek charis – χάρις.(26:17) Some early Christian theologians wrestled with the idea of an embodied God. How can God be everywhere and yet have a body? Our understanding of light and truth helps explain how both are possible.(29:39) Different translations of John 1.1. The Logos can be understood as participatory.(35:43) We were with the Father in the pre-earth council.(37:49) Many trials await the Saints in Missouri in 1833. The timing of this revelation could be a gift of light to help them get through a difficult time.(40:32) Is man inherently good or evil? Augustine’s view of the depravity of man became orthodoxy, but this section teaches something different.(43:39) We all miss the mark (hamartia– the word translated as “sin”) and need to keep practicing. Our Heavenly Father is a God of do-overs and second chances. As we make covenants we are born again.(47:45) Intelligence was not created nor made by God. This part of man has always existed and is independent.(54:35) Truth is knowledge of things as they really are, as they were, and as they are to come. The Deification of man was taught in the texts of the Bible and understood by the early Christians.(1:00:43) See people for who they are and what they have the potential to become.(1:03:32) Bring up your children in light and truth. The Lord rebukes those who need to be more diligent and concerned at home, their primary responsibility. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 335 | D&C 93, Come Follow Me 2025 (August 25-31) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Official Church Statement on the Word of Wisdom → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical background to the Word of Wisdom.(02:06) The Word of Wisdom as a binding law came in gradually in Church practice.(07:44) The Word of Wisdom is for us today, in our time.(09:08) It may be beneficial to not try to give explanations for the Word of Wisdom besides the reason the Lord gives.(09:48) The President of the Church can state and define the requirements of the Word of Wisdom.(14:05) Layer 1 is the connection between our physical body and our spiritual nourishment. Food, exercise, sleep, stress, and hormone management are critical aspects of the Word of Wisdom.(24:31) Layer 2 is a warning against conspiring men in the last days. The Mahan principle is converting human life into property.(35:59) Commentary on the questionable comma found in D&C 89.13.(38:30) Section 90 is the further establishment of the First Presidency and their duties.(40:15) The roots of the word oracle. One of the best ways to weather the storms of the last days is to hold the words of the first presidency in high esteem and not treat them lightly.(46:16) The meaning of D&C 90.25, let your families be small.(48:21) Vienna Jaques, a consecrated Saint.(52:19) The Apocrypha can give light and background to the multifaceted nature of scripture.(56:04) Hugh Nibley discusses 10 things that apocryphal texts have in common.(1:03:33) Be a lively member! → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 334 | D&C 89-92, Come Follow Me 2025 (August 18-24) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → A Short Video on Silence Before the Second Coming in 3 Nephi 10 and D&C 88 → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The First and Second Comforter.(04:33) The mosaic pictures of the Savior Jesus Christ.(07:08) Synonyms for Jesus: light, life, law, and power.(14:22) Through the power of His resurrection, Jesus is the quickener.(21:28) Jesus is law. Law gives power and light everywhere in the universe. We are sanctified by obedience to law.(24:17) Salvation is a gift. The law as a synonym for Jesus.(26:42) God’s creations obey him. Mankind uses agency and falls short of obedience to God’s law.(28:15) The earth “rolls upon her wings” in glory and majesty.(32:37) Jesus cares about the individual. He tarried with the laborers in the field.(41:00) The Lord gives a great and last promise.(48:07) The Saints are encouraged to be instructed more perfectly, to seek out the best books, to search wisdom by study and by faith. Secular learning has a place in God’s kingdom.(53:50) Jesus wants us to warn our neighbors about the change coming to the earth. The Second Coming is described.(56:31) The history of the world is drenched in blood and warfare. The earth will bear her testimony before the Second Coming with great signs.(1:01:04) The order of the glorious resurrection. Christ’s people who are alive when He comes will be caught up to meet Him and descend with Him. They who are in their graves will be resurrected to meet Him.(1:04:13) The 5th trump is the angel proclaiming that “Every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is the Christ.”(1:07:41) The 6th trump is the angel proclaiming the end of Babylon’s reign. Zion is going to take the throne from Babylon.(1:11:49) The 7th trump is the binding of Satan. The fight is over and the Savior’s Millennial reign will commence.(1:15:06) The end of the Millennium will bring a time when Satan is loosed for a little season. The final battle between the forces of light and darkness will usher in the time of the celestial earth.(1:18:33) The Lord calls for the School of the Prophets. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 333 | D&C 88, Come Follow Me 2025 (August 11-17) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical context. The first presidency clarifies the meaning of the “mighty and strong one.”(04:44) Uzzah’s steadying of the ark and modern applications.(08:08) David O. McKay’s quote concerning those who try to direct others while lacking authority.(10:01) Getting your name in the book of the law of God.(12:00) The parable of the wheat and the tares & Noah blindness.(33:46) Being descendants of Abraham, lawful heirs according to the flesh, and statements from early church leaders relating to literal descendants.(41:16) Prophecy that the Civil War is coming.(43:14) Refuting criticism of the Prophet Joseph Smith: While D&C 87 was not canonized until 1876, it was published and distributed many years before the Civil War.(46:25) The accuracy of D&C 87.(50:21) The Nullification Crisis and other historical context to this prophecy in 1832.(54:00) Joseph Smith sees war being poured out upon all nations causing death and misery of many souls. Wars of the oppressed rising up against who they see as their oppressors.(57:47) Elder Joseph L. Wirthlin’s approach to D&C 87:4. “Slaves shall rise up against their masters.”(58:58) Like those in the book of Helaman, we live in an environment where there are wars of the heart.(1:05:07) Peace is in the gospel of Jesus Christ. Stand in holy places. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 332 | D&C 85-87, Come Follow Me 2025 (August 4-10) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical context of Section 84.(02:49) The purpose of the priesthood and its attendant blessings.(10:49) One of the ways we claim the privileges of the priesthood is through the ordinances of the temple.(23:44) The blessings of the priesthood are for everyone in the world. It is not necessary to hold an office in the priesthood to claim the blessings.(30:01) Multiple ways to view Mount Zion, the mysteries of God, and Moses’ translation.(33:49) The danger of neglecting the Book of Mormon.(36:47) The offering of the Sons of Levi is clarified. A book containing the records of the family of Adam will be presented to God. We work toward getting everyone in the book.(46:12) Difficulty with the prophecy regarding New York, Albany, and Boston. A deeper examination of this challenging text, with a forthright approach to the weaknesses of each interpretation.(1:03:53) C.S. Lewis taught that there is great value in the struggle with difficult doctrines.(1:06:26) We shall rejoice in the success of the Almighty by singing a new song. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 331 | D&C 84, Come Follow Me 2025 (July 28-August 3) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Jesse Gause was a counselor to the Prophet who could no longer fulfill the assignment.(02:48) Being part of a council requires that we share our perspective to assure proper decisions are made.(11:38) The background of Section 82 is a quarrel between Saints in Ohio and Missouri. They are all trying to build Zion, but disagree on how it should be done.(22:41) The relationship between light, truth, and obedience. Where much is given, much is required.(26:19) If we sin again, do our former sins return? A discussion of ways to interpret D&C 82.7.(30:06) Old habits can lead to old sins. The admonitions in D&C 82 relate to the Saints later in Ohio, Missouri, and Nauvoo.(33:02) The Lord is bound when we do what He says, D&C 82.10.(34:04) The Parable of the Unjust Steward as it relates to making friends with the mammon of unrighteousness. The words used in the original text can help in interpreting these verses.(40:07) Section 83 may lead people to think that the church thinks men are more important than women. A discussion on the balance between patriarchal priesthood in the home and hierarchal priesthood in the Church.(44:58) The order of operations in Church Welfare: Rely upon yourself, your family, and then the Bishop’s Storehouse. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 330 | D&C 81-83, Come Follow Me 2025 (July 21-27) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of the book of Revelation.(01:46) A look at the types of apocalyptic texts, and how they are found in St. John’s apocalypse and the Book of Mormon.(07:52) The historical evidence of Joseph’s visions places him in the apocalyptic tradition of ancient visionary prophets.(11:46) The Book of Mormon helps us see the significance of Section 77, and how it is a restoration of truth.(16:21) Nephi is shown the vision that John sees. Nephi is instructed to not write much of the vision because it is John’s assignment to do so.(24:23) Each of the seven seals represents a portion of the earth’s history.(25:47) Holding a book in his right hand, God knows the past, present, and future of the earth. He also knows your life story.(35:21) If you will receive it, this is Elias. How Elias can be a composite figure.(40:13) John eats a book which represents the gathering of Israel. We should do our part to bring others to Christ.(49:40) The United Firm and its establishment. The celestial requirement is that we learn to see each other as equals, even though we are different.(1:01:13) The establishment of Michael’s feet is explained in a temple context.(1:06:48) Missionaries are called in sections 79 and 80. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 329 | D&C 77-80, Come Follow Me 2025 (July 14-20) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of D&C 76.(17:34) Jesus Christ, redeemer of all worlds. Only those who reject Him will not receive a kingdom of glory.(21:51) The Greek text of John 5 reveals a different reading, suggesting distinctions within the Resurrection. (24:18) Those who reject Christ are seen in vision, including Lucifer and the sons of perdition. The Saints are encouraged to not be overcome by the Adversary.(42:24) The Order of Melchizedek. Those who overcome by faith inherit all things. The early Christians discussed how Christ’s victory enabled man to become like God, or theosis. (46:34) The terrestrial world is seen in vision.(56:57) The telestial world is a glory that is beyond description.(59:42) In the celestial world the saints see as we are seen and are known as we are known.(1:02:39) The telestial world is seen again. We are invited to lay down the animal within us upon the altar of sacrifice.→ For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 328 | D&C 76, Come Follow Me 2025 (July 7-13) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The background and an overview of these sections.(01:59) Fight darkness by spreading light. Truth will prevail.(09:18) “No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper” found in D&C 71.9 and Isaiah 54.17. This promise of invulnerability is associated with the temple and eternal blessings.(19:04) David O. McKay reveals the priority of the stewardships we will need to account for with the Savior.(27:59) The Joseph Smith Translation teaches us how to read The Bible. Joseph never felt it was completed. The translation process opened the door to revelation.(35:13) Infant baptism in modern revelation, the Book of Mormon, and in ancient Christianity. Paul’s counsel to Saints who are married to unbelievers.(44:14) Traditions are good, but can be very challenging if they are contrary to truth.(53:54) Several missionaries are called in D&C 75 and given special promises. How this section applies in the lives of modern missionaries.(57:21) Luke Johnson’s life experiences.(59:09) Samuel Smith, Joseph Smith’s brother, one of the eight witnesses to the Book of Mormon.(1:03:15) Simeon Carter and his experience meeting John Tanner.(1:07:28) D&C 75:28 provides comfort for those who desire to serve a mission, but are are not able to serve. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 327 | D&C 71-75, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 30-July 6) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) These sections were revealed at a special conference in November 1831. William E. McLellin endeavors to write a revelation of his own and fails.(10:51) What are our expectations of revelatory experiences? Sometimes they are a still, small voice.(15:00) Accepting and seeking to understand the scriptures invites more revelation in our lives. Absalom’s tomb and its inscription as a metaphor for coming to understand more from the scriptural text.(22:31) The veil shall be rent and ye shall see me and know that I am.(27:46) In the historical record, Joseph Smith explains how things happened in his visionary experiences. He describes seeing with spiritual eyes.(33:39) David B. Haight’s account of revelation while pleading for help.(38:42) A brief sketch of Orson Hyde and his mission to Israel.(47:37) Descendants of Aaron have rights to the Bishopric. The Old Testament contains clues that there were debates regarding who had authority to be priests.(51:27) Revelation to John Taylor about how God will reveal everything necessary for the rolling forth of His kingdom.(53:02) We have a mighty stewardship to teach our children to have faith.(58:32) Beware of temptation and take the extra precaution.(1:02:53) The first scripture committee of the church, the Literary Firm. A general distrust of paid clergy was prevalent at the time, yet the “same is worthy of his hire.”(1:08:41) The Lord’s storehouse as compared to the Bishop’s storehouse. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 326 | D&C 67-70, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 23-29) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Ezra Booth sees Joseph Smith’s humanity and falls away from the Church.(02:15) We must build Zion spiritually.(05:29) The command to forgive others. By holding onto grudges we are hurting ourselves.(12:55) The venom of the rattlesnake: An analogy.(15:58) How an unforgiving heart is the greater sin. The parable of the unmerciful servant.(20:55) The scapegoat is a reference to the Messiah. He will carry away the burden of pain others have caused us.(26:41) Give our whole heart to God.(32:40) Don’t procrastinate, but be ready with an attitude of success and act today.(36:04) William E. McLellin’s views regarding Joseph Smith. The Lord makes it clear that Joseph has the keys.(45:05) The Church is a kingdom, and tithing is a means to make the kingdom operational.(49:06) Section 66 addresses William E. McLellin’s 5 questions to the Lord.(55:11) William E. McLellin’s letter to James Cobb about the Spalding Manuscript.(1:01:22) A prayer pleading for the going forth of the kingdom. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 325 | D&C 64-66, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 16-22) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) As you seek the Lord’s help in your life, recognize that there can be contraries regarding revelation and getting answers to prayer.(06:59) Sometimes you leave the 99 to save the one and sometimes you leave the one to save the 99.(13:58) The missionaries struggle on the Missouri River and Ezra Booth has trouble enduring adversity well.(18:38) Another way to read “the congregations of the wicked.”(20:10) Jesus is able to make each and every one of us holy and celestial. We can become the people He is expecting us to be.(26:48) W.W. Phelps sees a daylight vision of the destroyer upon the face of the waters. Ancient cosmology provides layered meanings of the waters surrounding Zion as an ancient symbol of passage.(43:06) Blue and white marble in the temple complex as a representation of the Sea of Chaos surrounding ordered space.(46:44) Why don’t missionaries swim?(50:02) The road to Zion is filled with challenges. The historical connection to sign seekers and Ezra Booth’s experience.(53:15) Philo Dibble’s account of Elsa Johnson’s miracle and Ezra Booth’s response.(1:00:31) Unrepentant adulterers cannot exist in Zion.(1:04:53) Liars must repent.(1:07:39) The tabernacle as a type for leaving telestial and terrestrial ground and entering into the celestial. We must be guided by the the Holy Ghost, as were the wise virgins.(1:09:59) To dress and to keep the garden as it relates to our quest to follow Jesus.(1:15:18) We should strive to see the big picture of God’s purposes in an eternal perspective.(1:18:28) Interpretations of taking the Lord’s name in vain.(1:27:09) Transfiguration of the earth and the Cosmic Covenant.(1:30:00) Blessed are the dead that die in the Lord.(1:33:16) Our faith in Christ does not take away our challenges, but He is with us. Christians were warned to leave to Pella. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 324 | D&C 60-63, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 9-15) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Lord lays out the attributes of celestial people who will build Zion.(03:03) Be faithful in tribulation instead of feeling wronged and wroth.(13:12) Francis Webster and the price he paid in the Martin Handcart Company to be acquainted with God.(18:09) In our quest to build Zion, we need to be obedient and bear testimony.(20:21) We are to prepare a feast. The feast has layered meanings.(23:54) What we can learn from those who were reprimanded by the Lord.(28:04) Description of the land in Jackson County, Missouri, the center place of Zion.(31:48) The scriptures teach about two different parts of the New Jerusalem. One coming down from heaven and one being built upon the land.(34:09) Be the kind of people who are anxiously engaged and not waiting to be told what to do.(41:07) Seeking the praise of the world instead of the praise of God interferes with the building of Zion.(42:49) If we have repented then we are forgiven and God remembers our sins no more.(45:31) Let all things be done in wisdom and order.(50:04) Thank God in all things and take the sacrament on the sabbath day.(55:04) The fulness of the earth is yours. The feast represents the joy of being brought into God’s presence and anointed by Him. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 323 | D&C 58-59, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 2-8) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The building of Zion, the New Jerusalem.(26:45) The parable of the nobleman and the olive trees.(30:00) The Lord calls the Saints to reclaim the land in Missouri in “Zions Camp.”(38:52) Edward Partridge’s duties as Bishop pertaining to consecration.(44:41) The Saints are counseled to “Act upon this land as for years.” The Lord may guide us in a direction that we don’t see.(47:28) The call to Missouri and the first ordination of High Priests. The Father and the Son’s appearance at the Morley Farm.(51:39) Joseph Smith’s prediction, “You know no more of the destiny of the church than a babe.”(54:13) Scripture comes in cultural packaging, it is a God-breathed text. Symonds Ryder as an example.(59:58) Seek to build the kingdom. Sidney Gilbert’s desire to serve.(1:07:24) Isaac and Lucy Morley.(1:09:55) Daniel Webster Jones, his contact with Isaac Morley, and his work on the Spanish Book of Mormon translation. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 322 | D&C 51-57, Come Follow Me 2025 (May 26-June 1) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Beware of false teachings and false revelation. Even those with good intentions can be led astray.(02:44) The historical background: Leman Copley and the Shaking Quakers.(07:32) Essential truths will be taught by every prophet, seer, and revelator.(16:55) Be open to the Lord’s correction when something we believe is proven incorrect.(19:17) Clarifying who Jesus is and what He expects of us.(20:51) The layered meaning of the word prosper.(25:25) The doctrine of marriage.(26:59) Avoid doubtful disputations about eating meat.(30:58) Holy men that you know not of.(35:21) Three great historical events will transpire before the Second Coming: Jacob will flourish in wilderness, the Lamanites will blossom as the rose, and Zion will flourish upon the hills and mountains. Hugh Nibley’s interpretation of these verses.(40:17) False forms of revelation and emotional experiences can be mistaken for the Holy Ghost. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 321 | D&C 49-50, Come Follow Me 2025 (May 19-25) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The gifts of the Spirit are scattered among each of us.(22:39) Unto some it may be given all the gifts.(26:08) Professional clergy versus a participatory church structure.(29:19) Charity is more important than any other gift, to love like God loves.(35:27) The ways of knowing truth.(43:26) To believe on others who do know.(44:01) God suits his mercies according to the conditions of the children of men.(46:27) Section 47 – John Whitmer.(50:33) Section 48 – The Colesville branch moves to Ohio and accepts the Law of Consecration.(58:41) Lydia Knight embodies the spirit of the Colesville Branch. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 320 | D&C 46-48, Come Follow Me 2025 (May 12-18) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Jesus is our Advocate with the Father.(07:10) The building of the city of Enoch.(10:38) A closer look at Alpha and Omega.(16:27) Joseph Smith Matthew on the Second Coming.(26:57) The Lord warns His people to flee from danger. The faithful need not worry.(29:25) Parables that teach us how to be prepared for the Second Coming.(37:03) What C.S. Lewis said about living in an atomic age.(41:53) The Abomination of Desolation.(44:59) Jesus will gather and welcome home the Jews who are scattered.(47:55) The challenges preceding the Second Coming include wars, earthquakes, deception, and wickedness.(55:09) Jesus will be victorious and we will witness the miracle of the resurrection.(1:00:45) Those that knew no law shall be redeemed.(1:05:37) John Taylor’s vision of how we will build Zion. Hugh Nibley’s comments on Zion.(1:12:34) In the last days, Zion shall be the only people that shall not be at war. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 319 | D&C 45, Come Follow Me 2025 (May 5-11) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The 10 modern-day commandments.(11:36) How consecration works.(25:52) A hint that we are appointed a time to die.(30:03) The difference between advocates for the age and a prophet.(39:26) Why we go to church.(42:47) Contributions of the Whitney and Partridge families. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 318 | D&C 41-44, Come Follow Me 2025 (April 28-May 4) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The principle of Consecration.(09:05) The Lord has made the earth rich and full. There is enough and to spare.(13:53) Esteem your brother as yourself.(17:10) Work is essential to Consecration.(20:56) Section 38 invites everyone to Zion.(32:29) James Covill and the blessings of embracing the Gospel.(42:22) Equality and purpose from knowing we are children of God.(47:52) Layers to the word Seraphim. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 317 | D&C 37-40, Come Follow Me 2025 (April 21-27) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical background of these sections.(03:17) The process may be more important than the product.(13:02) The mission to the Lamanites.(30:25) Don’t fear man more than you fear God. Remember God is great.(42:39) The promises to Thomas B. Marsh in Section 31.(53:47) The blessings the Lord pours out on missionaries. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 315 | D&C 30-36, Come Follow Me 2025 (April 7-13) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview – Christ will prevail.(07:25) The background to this section is the Joseph Smith Translation.(12:28) The name of Christ: I Am that I Am.(21:08) God promises to gather His people as a hen gathereth her chicks.(29:06) The earth will be changed and wickedness shall not be upon the earth.(33:07) Ezekiel lived in Babylon during the captivity.(45:15) Satan will be cast out at the end of the Millennium.(50:44) A spiritual creation and a temporal creation.(58:54) God honors our agency. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 314 | D&C 29, Come Follow Me 2025 (March 31-April 6) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The symbolism of the Feast in the First Israelite Temple.(22:32) The Sacrament in other Christian traditions.(26:58) How to get to the feast. We can cover our vulnerabilities with the Armor of God.(53:56) Hyrum Page has a seer stone. Official instruction can only be declared through proper authority.(1:05:37) If someone offends you, speak to them personally. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 313 | D&C 27-28, Come Follow Me 2025 (March 24-30) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of the three interpretive layers to Section 25.(06:26) Second layer: the Lord speaking to and about women.(27:25) Third layer: the bride as a symbol for the Church.(33:07) The Lord counsels us to not murmur about things we don’t have.(54:08) First layer: a historical view of Emma’s life.(1:33:41) Sections 23 & 24 encourage us to work on our weaknesses.(1:48:10) Counsel to Joseph Knight. Newell Knight’s experience with Satan.(1:51:16) An analysis of the command to cast the dust off the feet.(1:58:17) The Law of Common Consent. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 312 | D&C 23-26, Come Follow Me 2025 (March 17-23) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Constitution of the Church. People before programs.(07:00) The order of important truths.(15:33) Early Christianity developed creeds to combat views that were deemed heretical.(21:41) Section 20 as a case study in the production of scripture.(25:20) Oliver contends with Joseph over having standards to enter the Kingdom.(28:39) Duties of the priesthood and all members.(38:54) The Sacrament is a willingness to covenant with the Lord and take His name upon us.(45:15) Joseph Smith is called to be a seer. His word will guide the cause of Zion.(55:46) Jacob Haun and the importance of taking counsel. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 311 | D&C 20-22, Come Follow Me 2025 (March 10-16) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical background of this section.(02:03) This revelation given to Martin Harris helps unlock the Bible.(05:46) God’s punishment ends as soon as His objectives are met. There is an entrance and an exit to Hell.(29:55) The Savior opens a window into his painful Gethsemane experience.(33:43) Historical approaches to the Afterlife.(40:42) Joseph Smith said the Saints should study the purpose of life and death more than any other subject.(47:41) Enoch’s vision of the underworld. The Book of Mormon is in the same genre as prophets that were edited out of the Bible.(50:25) What Christian texts say about the Afterlife. Hades and Tartarus, the prison of the Spirit World. Origen and Augustine’s opposite views.(54:21) God is not an umpire trying to call you out, but a coach trying to wave you home.(56:10) Learn, listen, and walk.(56:55) Seeing all the good Martin Harris did adds perspective. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 310 | D&C 19, Come Follow Me 2025 (March 3-9) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) This section contains instructions for calling the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and building up the Church.(03:33) The word apostle means one who is sent to carry the message. (06:14) Use the scriptures, the word of God. (21:14) See the worth of every soul.(32:43) Know the name by which we are called.(35:01) Desire to take the name of Christ upon us.(38:34) The names of the original Twelve that are chosen in this dispensation and how some were later replaced.(43:48) Section 18 as a temple liturgy. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 309 | D&C 18, Come Follow Me 2025 (February 24-March 2) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical background of the Knight family.(13:42) Philo Dibble’s experience with Newel Knight in Missouri.(24:18) Being humble.(34:40) Being full of love.(36:23) The restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood. We are His hands.(41:44) The Sons of Levi will offer an Offering unto the Lord in righteousness.(53:12) The historical background of the Peter Whitmer Family.(1:10:21) David Whitmer is told to endure to the end. He remains true to his testimony of Book of Mormon, but the Church did not meet his expectations.(1:25:55) David Whitmer’s statements have inconsistencies.(1:30:02) The provenance of the printer’s manuscript of the Book of Mormon.(1:34:05) How will we respond when our expectations aren’t met?(1:42:30) The Three Witnesses describe seeing 5 relics in the stone box: The Gold Plates, Breast Plate, Sword of Laban, Urim & Thummim, and Liahona. These Nephite relics represent an equivalent to the Israelite Ark of the Covenant.(1:49:07) Relics of antiquity are evidence linking the ancient religious world with The Enlightenment and demonstrate the historicity of the text of the Book of Mormon. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 308 | D&C 12-17; Joseph Smith History 1:66-75, Come Follow Me 2025 (February 17-23) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical background to the translation process and the roles of Lucy and Martin Harris.(23:28) God’s wisdom is greater than the cunning of the devil.(36:50) Satan is trying to destroy the work of the Restoration.(41:59) The Book of Mormon adds to the truths contained in the Bible.(46:34) Section 10 is written to Hyrum Smith. Seek first to obtain my word. Follow light. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 307 | D&C 10-11, Come Follow Me 2025 (February 10-16) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical background of Section 6.(04:11) Two types of doubts.(05:38) How God speaks to our heart.(24:20) How God speaks to our mind.(38:53) How we can tell the difference between our own thoughts and revelation from heaven.(43:48) President Russell M. Nelson’s revelation during surgery and a caution regarding presentism.(54:00) What can we do to receive more revelation? Revelation has to be sought.(1:03:41) Trifle not with sacred things.(1:11:05) Oliver Cowdery may have participated in the translation of Section 7.(1:14:54) Section 7 and Christian traditions of the Apostle John.(1:19:21) Comparing our stories.(1:21:30) Just as the Book of Mormon was abridged and edited by Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants has also been edited. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 306 | D&C 6-9, Come Follow Me 2025 (February 3-9) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The background of Section 3.(07:03) The size and contents of the lost manuscript.(14:09) Joseph reluctantly allows Martin Harris to take the manuscript.(16:53) God is merciful and gives us second chances.(26:44) Pleasing someone else at the expense of doing what is right.(37:41) Neal A. Maxwell said: “God does not begin by asking us about our ability, but only about our availability, and if we then prove our dependability, he will increase our capability”.(44:04) The background of Section 5.(48:26) To their death, the Three Witnesses remain true to their testimony of the Book of Mormon.(58:37) This generation will receive the Lord’s word through Joseph Smith. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 305 | D&C 3-5, Come Follow Me 2025 (January 27-February 2) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Joseph describes spiritual sight.(04:59) The weakness of youth is explained as a lack of experience.(20:06) A definition of a true friend.(25:49) Interpretations of Malachi 4.(42:42) The significance of temple ordinances.(51:09) Joseph Smith’s name is had for good and evil among all nations.(55:18) Joseph is forbidden to get the plates until four years later. He and Emma get them together. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 304 | D&C 2; JSH 1:27-65, Come Follow Me 2025 (January 20-26) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The First Vision ends the apostasy.(09:28) A brief historical overview of Joseph’s family.(20:18) The First Vision teaches a pattern of prayer and revelation.(38:55) The reformation was a precursor to the restoration.(41:21) Persecution may be part of choosing to be a member of the church.(46:55) Multiple accounts of the First Vision are discussed.(1:00:09) The First Vision as an esoteric endowment. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 303 | Joseph Smith-History 1:1-26, Come Follow Me 2025 (January 13-19) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief overview of the Doctrine and Covenants.(06:48) The D&C contains the words of Christ in our day.(08:30) Anyone in similar circumstances can apply these instructions.(15:51) The setting and background of Section 1.(23:54) Defending our beliefs with courtesy and compassion.(28:14) The Lord’s preface is a voice of warning.(34:35) Why the language of The King James Bible?(40:07) Idumea represents the world.(42:59) The cosmic covenant in Isaiah 24 and 34.(53:44) Search these commandments for they shall all be fulfilled. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 302 | D&C 1, Come Follow Me 2025 (January 6-12) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief overview of this lesson.(07:12) The significance of the timetable of the restoration.(21:29) The understanding of an embodied God was lost in the Apostasy.(42:20) Our divine inheritance as children of God the Father was also lost in the Apostasy. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 301 | The Restoration of the Fulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Come Follow Me 2025 (Dec 30-Jan 5) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Applying Moroni’s promise.(10:06) Why does Moroni say we should ask if these things are not true?(11:53) Moroni teaches about the gifts of the Spirit.(21:37) Is it the pleasing or pleading bar of of the Great Jehovah? A discussion about what judgement might be like.(27:28) We will get to see Moroni at the bar of God and will know his words are true.(29:57) Let go of the terrestrial and telestial things that take us away from Christ.(34:18) Zion will awake, arise from the dust, and shake off the chains. Babylon will sit on the ground and lie in the dust.(46:20) What if the provenance of the Book of Mormon had been different? → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available online, sign up here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 300 | Moroni 10, Come Follow Me 2024 (December 16-22) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Nephites are without order and have lost civilization.(01:43) Faith: Laying hold on every good thing.(05:44) Hope: An emphasis on God’s power to save me. The participatory nature of hope.(18:44) Jesus Christ answered the ends of the law.(22:15) Mormon speaks to the “peaceable followers of Christ.” They are covenant keepers who have been initiated into sacred things.(28:55) Charity: The pure love of Christ. This type of love is a gift given by the Savior to those who ask. .(35:33) Brief historical context on infant baptism, Augustine and Pelagius.(41:09) The dangers of the traditions of men. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available online, sign up here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 299 | Moroni 7-9, Come Follow Me 2024 (December 9-15) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The difference between authority and power in the priesthood.(18:51) We covenant to always remember Christ. Elder Lund’s rock climbing story.(25:24) In the Church we must remember Jesus and help each other.(30:22) President Spencer W. Kimball admonished the Saints to teach with power.(32:40) The early Christian document called the Didache is similar to Moroni 4-6.(35:16) A possible description of Moroni’s formulation of the title page to the Book of Mormon. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available online, sign up here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 298 | Moroni 1-6, Come Follow Me 2024 (December 2-8) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Faith during doubt, darkness, and fear. There will be light in the darkness.(18:54) God can turn our weaknesses into strengths.(29:56) Moroni’s invitation to see scripture as inspired, though not infallible.(36:12) Moroni commends us to seek this Jesus of whom the prophets and apostles have written.(39:23) The building of New Jerusalem and the gathering of scattered Israel is a favored story of Book of Mormon prophets.(42:31) Christopher Columbus sought a new land for the building of a New Jerusalem in preparation of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.(46:03) Ether hides in the cavity of a rock, a powerful symbol of Christ and the Holy of Holies.(47:49) The book of Ether ends with Corinantumr seeing the entire destruction of his people. Why is Gilead called the Brother of Shared?(49:40) Inverted temple symbols in the disintegration of the Jaredite nation. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available online, sign up here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 297 | Ether 12-15, Come Follow Me 2024 (November 25-December 1) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) When the Brother of Jared sees the Lord’s finger it sparks his divine curiosity.(05:34) The ocean is a symbol for chaos, the fallen world, and the veil.(07:52) The 2 to 1 Principle as seen in the Garden of Eden, Moses’ crossing out of Egypt into Canaan, and the Jaredite vessels.(11:26) The number 8 can be associated with rebirth and renewal.(12:09) Serpents as a symbol of captivity and Divine Providence, ushering the Jaredites south into a place where they eventually repent.(24:08) The Jaredites hit the pinnacle of righteousness.(30:13) The Book of Ether is almost like the whole Book of Mormon in miniature.(34:29) Secret combinations eventually destroy the Jaredites. Substance abuse and addiction are modern secret combinations.(49:03) Prophets are the opposite of secret combinations. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available online, sign up here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 296 | Ether 6-11, Come Follow Me 2024 (November 18-24) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Revelation, how heaven connects with earth.(13:55) Sometimes we have “air questions” and other times we have “light questions.”(28:22) The ocean of chaos – being tossed, buried, and broken while in mortality. When we cannot have our circumstances changed, the Lord can change us.(37:36) Why is he called the brother of Jared?(47:44) Possible interpretations of Ether 3.15.(52:59) The great tower.(56:26) Ether as a type for The Plan of Salvation.(57:42) The sealed portion of the Book of Mormon contains the vision of brother of Jared. More scripture lies in the future for believers in Jesus.(1:10:39) Mahonri Moriancumer.(1:12:59) The anthropomorphic nature of God expressed anciently. Ether describes God in ways that fit in an Ancient Near Eastern context. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available online, sign up here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 295 | Ether 1-6, Come Follow Me 2024 (November 11-17) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Book of Mormon was organized by Mormon to address the problems of our day.(06:05) The Tree of Life represents the true source of happiness.(08:09) The purpose of wealth is to do good. The Book of Mormon warns about class distinctions and illustrates the best type of government.(14:21) The economic system of Gadiantonism proves to be the destruction of the Nephites. Their philosophy is: I eat and you work.(16:42) The greatest happiness is reserved for those who partake of the fruit of the Tree of Life. In difficult times we can find strength as we work together, follow the prophet, and do our best.(23:34) The Book of Mormon gives the blueprint for how to win the war with evil.(25:32) Helaman gives solutions for navigating the days prior to the coming of Christ.(26:46) Five reasons why people will reject the Book of Mormon.(49:42) Maximize limitations by partnering with God. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available online, sign up here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 294 | Mormon 7-9, Come Follow Me 2024 (November 4-10) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.