Talking Scripture

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(01:09) Mormon is an excellent example of how to raise a righteous family in a wicked environment.(20:24) In our darkest times, Heavenly Father sends some of the brightest lights. (21:23) A lesson on repentance.(28:53) The 350 AD treaty. Mormon follows the righteous Nephite injunction to not wage offensive warfare.(40:31) The end of Mormon’s record includes temple symbolism.(49:35) Save it were these few plates.(56:35) Jesus stands with open arms to receive you. There is hope for those who are confused by culture. → 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 293 | Mormon 1-6, Come Follow Me 2024 (October 28-November 3) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Jesus teaches the simplicity of the gospel: faith, repentance, baptism, receiving the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end.(17:58) If it is of God, it will grow.(25:35) Jesus translates three of the Nephite disciples. This is the same power the Savior gave to John.(36:06) Legends about John in early Christian tradition.(41:33) The significance of Jesus’ one by one ministry.(44:50) 3 Nephi 29-30, the Atonement is greater than any evil.(46:33) 4 Nephi illustrates the building and disintegration of Zion. → 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 292 | 3 Nephi 27-4 Nephi, Come Follow Me 2024 (October 21-27) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Savior’s favorite story is the triumph of the restoration and the gathering of the House of Israel.(17:31) 3 Nephi 20-22 is a beautifully constructed chiasm, the apex of which is the covenant in 21.4. This is the bringing forth of the Book of Mormon in our day.(23:20) The Threshing Floor is historically tied to the foundation of the Holy of Holies, which has ritual connection to the exaltation of the family.(25:32) Jesus quotes Micah 5 and the prophecy of the lion among sheep. This is a Millennial prophecy, symbolic of victory at the Savior’s return.(32:58) The Promise of Invulnerability is the heritage of the followers of Christ and should be read from an eternal perspective.(40:54) Jesus asks why they didn’t record that many saints would rise from the dead and minister to them. Jesus pauses to emphasize that He will be with us in the darkest of times.(46:23) God prepared a way for Joseph to escape the loss of the 116 pages.(48:44) Jesus quotes Malachi to the Nephites. Heavenly Father’s purpose is to bind families for eternity.(54:45) Additional scripture. → 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 291 | 3 Nephi 20-26, Come Follow Me 2024 (October 14-20) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) Jesus is showing the process of speaking through His chosen disciples. (11:10) Don’t drink below the horses. Go to the source.(14:51) Isaiah 52: The Great Exchange. Babylon comes off the throne and Israel is invited to rule.(17:21) The Nephites pray to Jesus because He is with them.(19:44) Nephi has previously raised his brother Timothy from the dead.(20:26) Jesus gives us a formula for getting more out of the temple and scriptures. Go home, ponder, ask, prepare, and return.(26:08) Whatever size vessel we take to the Lord He will fill and give us more.(29:06) The dual nature of the sacrament as a memorial and a testimony.(33:15) Haggai emphasizes that the Gospel fills us in a way nothing else will.(37:19) Hold up the light. Jesus points out two specific attributes: pray one by one for people in your circle and then do everything you can to include them.(44:05) A harrowing reminder for all parents is found in 3 Nephi 17:14 as Jesus groans for the children. → 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 290 | 3 Nephi 17-19, Come Follow Me 2024 (October 7-13) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) The Sermon on the Mount compels us to let go of Terrestrial sins and become Celestial people.(16:04) An overview of the temple endowment and how the Sermon on the Mount is filled with temple language.(22:27) The Beatitudes are connected to the Psalms.(33:32) Comfort is empowerment and strength.(37:41) Publishing peace is returning good for evil.(42:33) The covenants of sacrifice, obedience, and chastity.(46:38) Keeping our oaths and promises.(47:50) Celestial people do not seek revenge.(49:06) The invitation and promise of becoming perfect. Jesus will take us there.(52:01) Celestial people do good things for the right reasons.(59:57) Prayer can be a revelatory experience where God prompts us with what to say.(1:01:36) The covenant of consecration and why we should not fear letting go of lesser things.(1:05:22) Seeing others with Celestial eyes.(1:10:23) An exchange of messianic symbols as we approach God’s throne.(1:13:05) Sometimes we turn bread into stone.(1:16:18) Coming into God’s presence. We are built upon the rock by doing the things He taught us to do. → 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 289 | 3 Nephi 12-16, Come Follow Me 2024 (September 30-October 6) 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 → Time Stamps: (00:00) Prophets warn of coming danger in times of peace.(09:38) Like the children of Israel in the Bible, the Nephites are invited to be sanctified so they can see the face of God.(14:04) Mine arm of mercy is extended towards you. This phrase is symbolic of the embrace of God.(14:48) Jesus ends of the Law of Moses and the law of sacrifice shifts. The offering of a broken heart means we yield to God.(24:58) The rededication of the temple in Bountiful.(29:57) The Savior appears to the Nephites. They see, feel, know, and bear record.(34:35) Jesus ministers one by one.(38:45) When the temple was rededicated anciently, 5 things would occur.(39:52) Rebaptism in 3 Nephi.(42:46) Jesus teaches the ordinance of baptism and urges them to stop disputing over his doctrine(43:24) The first time the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost are mentioned in the same verse.(46:57) We should not return contention for contention.(49:01) There is silence for half an hour before Christ comes to the Nephites.(52:45) Being brought into the protection of his wings is coming into the presence of God.(57:03) The Gates of Hell as understood in early Christianity. → 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 288 | 3 Nephi 8-11, Come Follow Me 2024 (September 23-29) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(01:09) The greatest Christmas story. Jesus came just in time to save the righteous from death.(11:52) The sacred relics are no longer in the stewardship of the chief judge and are taken away into the priestly line, perhaps indicating the beginning of societal breakdown.(19:53) We can trust that Jesus will fulfill every whit of every promise he has given.(20:38) Once you have light, beware of the temptation to doubt it.(24:26) Some of the Nephites start to defect as great wickedness increases, just 4 years after the sign.(25:27) Commentary on 3 Nephi 2.15-16. The cultural separation was removed when outsiders began to have faith in Jesus.(27:29) The destruction of a people can result when they abandon their religious values, identity, and culture.(28:28) Giddianhi’s letter to Lachoneus illustrates the adversary’s tactics and goals. He seeks to convince the faithful to walk away from their covenants by using flattery, sowing seeds of doubt, threats, boasts of strength, guilt, fake sincerity, and the promise of acceptance.(36:00) Lachoneus’ stalwart defense of his people is a type for our day. Don’t take council from fears, cry unto the Lord, gather together, build fortifications, set guards round about, repent, follow leaders, protect the family, and be strong with the armor of God.(43:38) Avoid being the aggressor in war and initiating the conflict.(45:40) In 3 Nephi 4.7-8 the Gadianton robbers were girded about with a lambskin dyed in blood. They were taunting their enemies or perhaps even mocking the Nephite faith.(48:01) What is the Greek name Lachoneus doing in the Book of Mormon? Eric Cline, professor of Classics and ANE studies, demonstrates cultural mixing from Greece to Palestine in 1177 B.C.(51:48) With only 5 years left before Jesus comes again, there are just few righteous among them. We should be careful to not lose blessings in the final moments.(1:00:14) The prisoners who repented are set free. There is order, justice, and equity in God’s kingdom.(1:06:19) Mormon describes what it is like to be a scribe and also a prophet. He promises that God will restore and gather his people. → 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 287 | 3 Nephi 1-7, Come Follow Me 2024 (September 16-22) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(02:05) Blind guides lead people on snipe hunts. When we lay hold on the things that bring eternal happiness they will be never become “slippery.” (14:45) C.S. Lewis discussed the difference between being in love versus a more majestic, long-lasting love.(17:35) Samuel’s warnings parallel words from an older Egyptian text called The Instruction of Amenemope.(26:21) Why signs are given by Samuel. Even with great signs we still have to choose to follow Christ.(30:13) The sign of light at Jesus’ birth and the sign of darkness at his death teach us about the Savior.(33:00) We are saved by the merits of Christ, not by our good works.(34:33) The appearance of Jesus Christ’s name in the Book of Mormon.(39:51) The Atonement of Christ overcomes both death and sin. All overcome spiritual death by being brought back into the Father’s presence at the resurrection. Only those who repent and receive Christ remain in his presence.(46:46) Love and hate can be misunderstood in Samuel’s address, specifically when he says” the Lamanites hath he hated” (Hel. 15.4). This statement may relate to ancient Near Eastern treaties, which differ from modern conceptions of “love and hate.”(59:57) Samuel escapes the stones and arrows of his attackers.(1:04:42) The importance of striving for unity. The book of Helaman is a pattern for our day, exposing the weakness of a fragmented society that is deeply divided and contentious. → 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 286 | Helaman 13-16, Come Follow Me 2024 (September 9-15) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) The book of Helaman is a pattern for our day.(02:55) Modern-day secret combinations.(05:34) The Mahan Principle.(07:49) Secret combinations are identified in D&C 89. Slavery is also a secret combination. Qodesh, the Hebrew word for holiness, suggest that saints should be different, set apart for God’s work.(16:29) Prophets see through the secrets.(19:58) After Nephi gives a sign proving his message, he is left alone. Isaiah’s call narrative and Mormon’s lament have similar messages.(27:10) Nephi receives the Sealing Power in Chapter 10.(29:33) Hugh Nibley & Neal A. Maxwell’s thoughts on the Sealing Power.(37:22) The pride cycle.(44:43) Mormon invites us to skip the bottom half of the pride cycle. The shortcut is to make sure that neither pain or prosperity lead to pride.(57:32) Mormon includes four images from the record to help us remember. These are also symbols of kingship.(1:02:50) Two possible views of the Gadianton society. → 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 285 | Helaman 7-12, Come Follow Me 2024 (September 2-8) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(01:48) Helaman’s conflict “in the very center” parallels our day.(16:52) Nephi and Lehi preach with power and convert 8,000 of the occupying forces as well as the dissenters.(20:29) The prophet’s face is seen in the middle of the darkness. The preaching of the word is more powerful than weapons.(25:15) In the midst of war, the gospel is the answer. Successful families are built on true principles.(27:36) Aminidab’s name may have Hebrew roots.(30:29) Nephi and Lehi in prison witnessing of Christ parallel the two witnesses in Revelation 11.(34:30) Possible meanings of Gadianton and Kishkumen are put forth. Mormon, as a maker of sacred texts, is a master of word-play.(37:38) How the geography of the Book of Mormon teaches the message of repentance and the redemption of Christ.(50:18) The Nephites are ripe for destruction. → 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 284 | Helaman 1-6, Come Follow Me 2024 (August 26-September 1) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(02:37) Qualities of modern-day stripling warriors. Faith is a choice.(09:42) Choose to follow the prophet.(11:44) Commit to obey with exactness in all patience and faith.(14:26) Have a connection with parents and leaders.(16:36) The adversary is a master of chaos.(17:49) Have courage to do what is right, not what is popular.(20:13) The fog of war. How do you Kill 11 Million People?(27:26) Be active and true; sober and balanced.(29:30) Hold on to the promises and have faith in the battle. (34:53) Latter-day Saints will be outnumbered, but will be miraculously saved as were the stripling warriors.(37:00) Possible age of the stripling warriors.(39:50) The King Men and Anti-Nephi-Lehies have different reasons for not fighting.(43:20) Quotes about war from President David O. McKay and President Spencer W. Kimball.(49:22) The Holy Ghost helps us find balance between opposite principles like justice and mercy.(56:56) Choose to be on God’s side, the right team.(58:29) The Lamanite/Nephite distinction was likely cultural, not based on skin color.(59:38) Moroni writes to Pahoran. Return evil with good.(1:04:32) When we contend among ourselves and stop listening to our leaders, we open the door to our enemies. → 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 283 | Alma 53-63, Come Follow Me 2024 (August 19-25) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) A brief overview of all 20 of the war chapters contained in Alma.(15:34) When is conflict justified? If you want the Lord’s help you need the right attitude, motive, and must not retaliate or seek revenge.(35:46) God will support, keep, and preserve us, so long as we are faithful unto Him.(40:45) In 1 Nephi 14, Nephi sees a massive spiritual war in the last days where the saints are contending with an innumerable host. The formula for winning the war is connection with God. He will give us strength, hope, and courage.(46:22) Amalickiah is a type of Lucifer. See how Amalickiah rises to power in Lamanite society.(55:44) In what areas have you come down a little? What are you doing today that you once vowed you would never do?(1:00:07) Moroni was a man of balanced principles. He loved liberty, yet did not delight in warfare. Like Moroni, we need to strengthen and fortify our weaknesses. Even strengths can be our downfall.(1:05:31) Put on new armor to preserve our families. The battle with evil changes and we have to adapt.(1:10:21) We can be happy in a world of uncertainty and turmoil.(1:11:47) The Nephites had all power over their enemies, but they became weakened because of disunity.(1:13:41) Morianton’s maid servant fled to the camp of Moroni.(1:15:00) Contention and dissensions among the people of Nephi brought them down. It is better to prepare and prevent than to repair and repent.(1:19:16) Don’t become what you hate. Unity, following God, and fighting defensively is key for the Nephite victory. Evil has to be chased out with light. → 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 282 | Alma 43-52, Come Follow Me 2024 (August 12-18) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch Mike’s video on Judgement and the Afterlife in Alma 40-42 | Ep 280 → Watch Ep 281 on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) Alma demonstrates a pattern for how we can guide our children with love when they make mistakes.(03:05) The road to transgression starts with compromise.(07:02) A caution about always seeking to be the exception.(10:09) Rooster moments.(13:00) Bad decisions result in pain.(16:17) Moses 4 is a pattern for avoiding temptation.(20:44) Suffer not yourself to be led. An invitation to make active choices.(22:18) Surround yourself with support. Don’t hide when you’ve done something dumb.(26:55) Six women are specifically named in the Book of Mormon: Sarah, Sariah, Mary, Eve, Abish, and Isabel. Some meanings of Isabel’s name and why Mormon may have put her name in the record.(36:03) Corianton’s concerns and questions for Alma.(38:06) The meaning of outer darkness in this text and Elder James E. Talmage’s teaching about Hell.(41:07) Taken home to that God who gave them life.(43:50) The law of restitution. Everyone gets what they truly desire.(48:52) C.S. Lewis’ quote about heaven working backwards.(51:50) Meanings of the word paradise.(54:14) Jedediah Morgan Grant’s experience in paradise shared by Heber C. Kimball.(57:36) Mercy is possible because of the Redeemer. You are more than a mistake you make.(1:00:44) Mercy cannot rob justice, if so, God would cease to be God (Alma 42:13, 22, 25). → 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 281 | Alma 39-42, Come Follow Me 2024 (August 5-11) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) Alma’s letters to his sons remind us how to parent our children one-by-one. Bear testimony, lead by example, teach scripture, bring them to Christ, and sincerely praise.(12:54) Shiblon is steady and good. Seek to be a high yield, low maintenance member of the church.(18:58) Alma recounts his torment and horror of facing God in his many sins, but then the Atonement of Christ helped him to see light and experience great joy.(26:54) Elder Holland teaches about justification and sanctification.(30:15) Alma 36 is a beautiful chiastic structure.(32:47) We sometimes numb ourselves to pain. A triangle that spins in our heart when we sin can motivate us to change.(35:58) The easiness of the way can make us negligent. Because it is easy to do, it is easy to NOT do.(41:45) Don’t give up if you don’t see immediate changes. Dip 7 times in the Jordan River like Naaman did.(43:48) Alma 37 as a temple ascension text.(53:39) Possible meanings of Gazelem.(57:21) Bridle our passions.(1:01:03) Alma’s knowledge of truth came through the Spirit. → 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 279 | Alma 36-38, Come Follow Me 2024 (July 29-August 4) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(02:03) Alma describes the phases of a testimony and explains four ways of knowing spiritual truths. SEED acronym.(25:59) Negligence of the tree.(30:49) If you nourish the tree, it will nourish you.(33:26) C.S. Lewis re-evaluates his beliefs when his wife dies.(38:57) The Brass Plates represent a northern prophetic tradition. Both Zenock and Zenos were edited out of the Hebrew Bible. Jesus is mostly missing from our Old Testament today.(49:01) Moses raises a serpent as a type. God has the power to heal all who will look.(56:17) Important verses in Alma 34. A God must suffer.(58:05) Amulek teaches that we must pray and take care of each other.(1:02:24) Do not procrastinate repentance, this life is a time for men to prepare to meet 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 278 | Alma 32-35, Come Follow Me 2024 (July 22-28) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) Strategies for those who have loved ones who are fighting against faith. First, learn to recognize their tactics. (09:24) The arguments that anti-Christs make today can be defended.(20:58) Evidentiary equilibrium. There is no definitive evidence to prove or disprove God. Both approaches require a leap of faith. (26:02) Keep the performances of the church.(28:11) Having a testimony based on evidence is a defense against critical attacks.(29:59) Alma’s four reasons for believing in God.(32:47) The order of the universe, or the Anthropic Principle, as evidence for God’s existence.(50:14) Search the scriptures and know the doctrine.(53:33) Be careful of Anti-Christ ideas because they can be pleasing to the natural mind. Korihor eventually said, “I always knew there was a God”. (1:03:57) Korihor’s voice is taken away. Mark Hoffman as a modern example. → 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 277 | Alma 30-31, Come Follow Me 2024 (July 15-21) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Mike covers The Mosiah-First Translation in more detail in these videos: The Mosiah First Translation of the Book of MormonMike on the Overall Structure of the Book of Mormon → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(06:36) Being converted to the Lord and laying down weapons of rebellion.(11:50) The Anti-Nephi-Lehies bury their swords that they not be “stained.”(14:38) The pattern of the number seven in the structure of Alma.(20:42) The left-behinds. How to help those who get angry at converts.(24:49) Defend, protect, and befriend those who are new to our culture.(30:52) The challenge and joy of missionary work. God is mindful of every people.(39:11) Timeline of the Ammulonites.(47:11) Pride is ugly and says, “if you succeed, I am a failure”. The antidote to Saul disease.(58:31) Patricia Holland’s quote about comparison.(1:03:09) Alma did get his wish and is an angel, a messenger of salvation. → 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 276 | Alma 23-29, Come Follow Me 2024 (July 8-14) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(02:20) Ammon’s approach to missionary work.(14:00) Lamoni asks the golden question, “Who are you?” (Alma 18.18)(19:29) Aaron’s approach to missionary work.(23:25) Aaron is preaching to a more hardened group, the Amalekites and Amulonites.(25:13) Patience with people who choose another path. Likening Alma 17-22 to our day.(30:55) Offer our whole souls to God.(35:53) Find common ground when teaching truth. It is the Savior that converts.(41:20) Falling into trances in Alma 19 and 22. Some examples in the Biblical narratives.(45:12) Abish is mentioned by name. Why are Lamoni’s enemies at his palace? Another way to understand the drama at the Waters of Sebus.(53:12) The meaning of the name Abish and possibilities as to why Mormon put this in the record. → 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 275 | Alma 17-22, Come Follow Me 2024 (July 1-7) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(01:14) Priesthood power can turn the city of Ammonihah around.(14:51) What the scriptures and extra biblical texts teach us about Melchizedek.(32:53) Alma’s interpretation of priesthood authority.(34:17) Be humble, obey, and submit. The Savior will bring us into His rest.(37:15) The problem of evil. Why does God allow good people to suffer? Two explanations are given.(46:58) Types of Jesus in this story.(50:15) Zeezrom lays sick with fever and believes Christ can heal him. He dedicates his life to Christ.(52:36) Establish a check on pride.(55:55) Ammonihah is destroyed. → 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 274 | Alma 13-16, Come Follow Me 2024 (June 24-30) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(01:39) The power of increasing witnesses. The closer you are to someone, the more credible your testimony may affect them.(03:02) Amulek is a greater witness to the people of Ammonihah because he is one of them.(06:33) Zeezrom steps forward to trap Alma and Amulek in their words.(17:01) The earth as the final witness of Alma’s message.(21:54) The destruction of Ammoniah is described from two different viewpoints. An example of the complexity of the narrative.(26:03) The order of the Nehors is a warning to watch for those who twist the truth.(28:33) Insight into Zeezrom’s questions about social segregation, denying the atonement of Christ, and costly apparel.(34:57) Examining resurrection teachings found in the the Old Testament and the Book of Mormon.(40:39) The prayers of the righteous can hold off destruction.(46:37) Zeezrom’s name may be related to the monetary system of the Nephites.(49:27) Zeezrom ends up being a missionary companion with Alma to the Zoramites. → 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 273 | Alma 8-12, Come Follow Me 2024 (June 17-23) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of Alma’s two sermons.(01:26) The power of remembering helps rekindle the flame of testimony. (14:45) Alma invites us to imagine if judgement were today.(20:18) God extends an invitation to choose him as our shepherd so he can save us.(22:02) The distinction in Greek between being “born again” and “born from above.”(26:04) Ezra Taft Benson talks about Jesus changing our hearts.(30:31) President David O. McKay’s dream of the heavenly city.(32:49) Alma reveals the phenomenal truth of Christ’s infinite atonement.(39:48) Debates about Christology after Jesus died are clarified in the Book of Mormon.(43:51) Recommit and bind yourself to act in all holiness.(48:46) Jesus will be born at Jerusalem. → 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 272 | Alma 5-7, Come Follow Me 2024 (June 10-16) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=-23v1NXKQdQ → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2024/05/mosiah-29-alma-4-podcast-ep-271-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) The Amlicites marked themselves. How we mark ourselves today.(13:14) The collective view of punishment in the Bible.(20:08) Skins, curses, and marks.(25:41) We are all alike unto God.(27:32) In the midst of adversity you can still have peace.(29:05) Mormon explains how we should view everyone as equals.(31:16) The philosophy of Nehor.(34:41) Nehor’s ignominious death.(37:08) Antichrists don’t agree with each other, but are united in tearing down Jesus.(39:30) The Amlicite wars and the story of Nehor are related to the inequal stratification of society.(41:48) The church prospers in part through the member’s examples. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 271 | Mosiah 29-Alma 4, Come Follow Me 2024 (June 3-9) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(03:28) The prayers from Alma’s father made a difference in his conversion.(05:52) God remembers all His children.(10:40) Justification and sanctification in Christ. Alma’s experience typified both.(18:27) Alma was snatched by Jesus in Mosiah 27.29 and Alma 26.17.(23:40) The purpose of Church discipline.(33:20) A pattern for solving problems the Lord’s way.(36:09) The transition from a monarchy to a system of judges. Principles of good government.(38:55) Striking the balance between rights and responsibilities. → 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 270 | Mosiah 25-28, Come Follow Me 2024 (May 27-June 2) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=ZjoV3BvZRfg → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2024/04/mosiah-18-24-podcast-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(06:33) Alma’s message is one of healing. Repentance, redemption, and faith correct our mistakes.(14:26) Alma is haunted by his past. Beware of “the switch”.(18:40) The Hebrew root for the word comforter in Isaiah 40.1-5 can be seen to understand how John 14.26 depicts the Holy Spirit, giving us courage and confidence. We explore how this relates to the Pre-Earth Heavenly Council. (24:24) Every valley shall be exalted and every mountain shall be made low. Repentance is tearing down the mountain between you and the Lord. Stephen Robinson’s story of his son wanting to be friends again.(26:57) Go comfort my people, bring my children home. God the Father is speaking to Jehovah and the rest of the Heavenly Council. See Isaiah 40.3 where Jehovah (and you!) accept the directive from the Father.(32:33) John Widstoe’s quote about our promise to God to bring his children home.(35:02) The book of Mosiah is a message of deliverance against all odds. (41:00) Dan Jones’ story of being stranded in Wyoming from Elder Bednar’s talk, In the Strength of the Lord.(44:15) Katie Lewis’ story by Elder Holland.(47:59) All the groups that are lost in the book of Mosiah eventually make it home. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 269 | Mosiah 18-24, Come Follow Me 2024 (May 20-26) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=ifOlF2Wrw50 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2024/04/mosiah-11-17-podcast-ep-268-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(07:55) How to take “Noah blinders” off. (10:18) Abinadi teaches how Jesus is both the Father and the Son.(16:59) Like Jesus, Alma yields to the will of the Father.(22:32) The priests of Noah try to discredit the prophet Abinadi.(28:20) Abinadi challenges Noah’s right to rule.(36:21) Getting the law written in our hearts instead of just going through the motions.(40:06) More insight into Abinadi’s interpretation of Isaiah 52.(50:22) Alma saw both Noah and Abiniadi for who they really were. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 268 | Mosiah 11-17, Come Follow Me 2024 (May 13-19) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=I9v8Qn_dxQ4 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2024/01/mosiah-7-10-podcast-ep-267-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(05:40) Limhi’s story.(07:10) Remembering past experiences with God invites revelation.(09:09) There remaineth an effectual struggle to be made. Personal change brings deliverance in the Lord’s timing.(13:35) The people of Limhi are not immediately delivered.(16:05) The Lord sent Ammon.(19:02) We all experience different forms of bondage.(21:05) Not everyone has the same journey in Mosiah, but they all make it home. (24:55) Two different reasons for why Abinadi was killed are presented. The historical answer and the spiritual answer can be complicated at times. History is messy.(30:13) Limhi quotes a text we don’t have, perhaps something from the Brass Plates. Limhi reads, “If my people sow filthiness, they shall reap the east wind.”(34:15) The 24 gold plates of the Jaredites are found by Limhi. Prophets can see through dark conspiracies.(36:43) Wisdom is typically personified as a woman.(37:31) Zeniff sees the good in his enemies. A major antidote to pride is to see that other people have good qualities and motives.(40:51) Zeniff is overzealous and makes an arrangement with King Laman who deceives him. Don’t be fooled by “building blindness.”(47:01) The Lord is merciful in our weakness. Zeniff’s son Noah is given charge of the people.(49:37) How the ancients portrayed their enemies helps us understand how the Nephites viewed the Lamanites.(53:28) “Lamanite blindness” is feeling wronged, getting wroth, and then wanting to hurt others. Love and gospel truths are antidotes to blindness. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 267 | Mosiah 7-10, Come Follow Me 2024 (May 6-12) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=tHJZNnwma-4 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/mosiah-4-6-podcast-ep-266-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) We can depend on the greatness of God.(08:47) King Benjamin stresses the importance of our covenant to take upon us the name of Christ.(16:47) Our three fathers. We will be called the children of Christ. (20:30) A new name.(25:25) Following light and truth will eventually lead all seekers to Jesus. There is no other way. The Lord will judge us based on what light and knowledge we have. (31:20) Sometimes sin is the result of seeking something good in the wrong way. One definition of religion is to realign our views with the Lord’s truth.(32:47) Aslan the lion illustrates how there is no other way. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 266 | Mosiah 4-6, Come Follow Me 2024 (April 29-May 5) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=tmeF-MTFm1k → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/mosiah-1-3-podcast-ep-265-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) Remembering the greatness of God and showing Him gratitude helps us avoid pride, sin, and pain.(04:08) The setting of King Benjamin’s address was most likely the Fall Festival (Sukkot), a feast outlined in the Pentateuch.(11:10) King Benjamin encourages us to serve one another.(18:34 ) A series of chiastic parallels in Mosiah 2.17-19.(20:20) The pride cycle. (22:43) The parable of the cat by James E. Talmage.(27:57) Jesus suffered so much and yet He had the power to stop it.(32:32) So many people in the world have never heard of Jesus, but He has heard of them.(35:10) The natural man. We can help limit the power of darkness by adding light. (38:32) What comes natural is not always good or desirable. Powerful quotes from Ty Mansfield, M. Scott Peck, John Taylor, N.T. Wright, and C.S. Lewis. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 265 | Mosiah 1-3, Come Follow Me 2024 (April 22-28) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=t2nff8iQfFM → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/mosiah-overview-podcast-ep-264-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) The stories in Mosiah are not in chronological order. An important theme in the book of Mosiah is Noah blindness. (05:14) Noah blindness confuses us about who our true friends are.(20:36) King Benjamin’s address emphasizes the greatness of God.(25:23) Abinadi’s message is that Jesus will heal us.(27:07) Alma’s message is that God will forgive.(30:16) The whole book of Mosiah is a chiastic text. The apex focuses on Jesus Christ.(31:01) Abindadi teaches how Jesus is both the Father and the Son.(32:52) Jesus is the only way. Trials and suffering are part of the plan.(34:17) Multiple journeys and flashbacks contribute to the complexity of the text of Mosiah. (35:25) Zeniff sees the good in others. Lamanite blindness is explained.(36:05) The adversary stirs us up to anger so he can control us.(38:59) Don’t underestimate the power of your words.(39:24) Peer pressure, change your tactics, and God is mighty to deliver.(40:50) The Hebrew word Mosiah.(48:09) Jesus is the prevention, the cure, and the healing that comes when we seek Him. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 264 | Mosiah Overview, Come Follow Me 2024 (April 22-28) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=dDDHVj8ObnQ → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/enos-jarom-omni-words-of-mormon-podcast-ep-263-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) Enos reminds us that what you teach your children really matters. Prayer can be a wrestle between what we desire and what we need.(09:05) Enos is familiar with the Law of Moses.(13:31) Jarom teaches that righteousness is more important than any weapon.(14:43) In the book of Omni we learn about the Mulekites. Multiple models are presented to explain their loss of language. The lack of scripture impacted their culture. Small traditions can change nations.(18:38) Mayan history parallels many things that are described in the Book of Mormon.(28:29) In Words of Mormon, we see that two copies of the record are made for a wise purpose. Heavenly Father is aware of what was needed 2,400 years in advance. He is involved in the details of our lives.(37:50) *Correction: Elder Rasband gave a talk called “By Divine Design.” → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 263 | Enos – Words of Mormon, Come Follow Me 2024 (April 15-21) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=fDFTF6xFtN8 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/jacob-5-7-podcast-ep-262-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of Zenos’ Allegory of the Olive Tree.(02:08) The question that preceded the allegory can be found in Jacob 4.16-18. How can Christ ever become the Messiah of the people who rejected him?(07:41) A personal application. We are plucked, grafted, and placed.(16:18) What could I have done more for my vineyard?(18:57) The history of the House of Israel and early Christianity contains many accounts of apostate groups.(35:29) Understanding Sherem’s tactics helps us deal with the anti-Christs of our day. Enemies of Christ twist true doctrine, call believers foolish and say they are oppressed. (46:43) How do we combat the influence of anti-Christs? Continue in the performances of Church, develop a testimony of your own based on the witness of the Spirit, and know truth by searching the scriptures. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 262 | Jacob 5-7, Come Follow Me 2024 (April 8-14) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=t9cjgZ6q-bg → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/jacob-1-4-podcast-ep-260-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) Jacob is weighed down with anxiety for the welfare of his people. He was commanded by the Lord to deliver his message.(05:39) The group led by Lehi may have been part of a more extensive society native to the region.(09:10) Costliness of apparel demonstrated wealth and power in the Nephite culture.(10:28) Pride begins when we think that we have more than others, assume that we are better, and then persecute those we esteem as less.(17:17) Jacob teaches antidotes to pride. (27:47) Immoral behavior has awful consequences, breaking hearts of those we love.(39:11) The Nephite believers worshipped the Father in the name of Jesus Christ.(44:41) We are to teach to the understanding of men. Jacob sees “things as they really are.”(49:14) Jacob discusses those that rejected the stone, a sure foundation, which is Christ. He then asks how God will respond to those that have rejected Christ. Will God love me if I mess up? The allegory of the Olive Tree answers this question. (52:07) The practice of plural marriage in Church history. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 261 | Jacob 1-4, Come Follow Me 2024 (April 1-7) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=pNiQRWmvAQ0 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/2-nephi-31-33-podcast-ep-259-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) Nephi describes the doctrine of Christ.(12:13) The gospel of Christ is abundantly illustrated throughout scripture.(13:08) We qualify for salvation, we don’t earn it. Salvation is a gift the Savior gives to all who receive Him.(17:47) Nephi focuses on baptism, which is a promise of our covenant to follow Jesus Christ. (26:33) Receiving the Holy Ghost sanctifies us. Justification events help us gain assurance that we are on the Covenant Path.(32:18) Angels, some seen and others unseen, speak by the power of the Holy Ghost and help the Saints come back into Heavenly Father’s presence.(47:38) As we press forward, having a perfect brightness of hope, and a love of God and of all men, we are given the great promise from the Father, “Ye shall have eternal life.” → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 259 | 2 Nephi 31-33, Come Follow Me 2024 (March 18-24) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=wqOVdxycDUQ → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/2-nephi-26-30-podcast-ep-257-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(03:46) Nephi gives advice to us, his latter-day audience.(06:40) A book will be delivered to an unlearned man. Like many of Isaiah’s words, this prophecy can be fulfilled in different ways.(08:59) Prevailing false ideas of our day include the belief that there is no God, or that God has already done his work and is not involved in our lives. Balance is required to understand truth. (13:50) The “eat, drink and be merry” philosophy. Seeing how God embodies both justice and mercy helps us to understand His true character as our father.(25:26) The Adversary stirs some to anger, others he pacifies and lulls into carnal security, leading them carefully to hell.(31:17) Nephi cautions against rejecting the Book of Mormon. More scripture will be revealed. A list of Early Christian Writings: https://www.earlychristianwritings.com/ → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 257 | 2 Nephi 26-30, Come Follow Me 2024 (March 11-17) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch Mike’s 6 Minute Overview of 2 Nephi 20-25 with pictures and maps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=USXH7A_vmx0 → Watch this full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=d5ydNvuXf_4 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/2-nephi-20-25-podcast-ep-256-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(06:33) Hezekiah’s stand against the Assyrian army invites us to have courage to hold to what is right, no matter how formidable the enemy is.(14:35) Isaiah predicts that “A Rod will come forth out of the Stem of Jesse.”(21:26) The Fall Festival included a ceremony involving the drawing of water. In the millennial day all will praise the Lord.(22:32) Isaiah invites us to stay true in captivity.(24:01) Lucifer will be cast out.(32:20) Isaiah discusses Babylon as a power in these early chapters, not just in Isaiah 40-55. (33:42) Two more tips to help us understand and find more relevance in Isaiah. Tip #4: Be filled with the Spirit and ask the Lord for help. Tip #5: Recognize that Isaiah’s words will be of great worth to those in the last days.(35:39) Nephi gives 12 predictions about the Jewish people, the seed of Joseph, and the Gathering of Israel in the last days. Nephi sees that everything is about Christ, the Holy One of Israel. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 256 | 2 Nephi 20-25, Come Follow Me 2024 (March 4-10) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=1AJ2v3i40RU → Watch our video detailing Isaiah’s call in 2 Nephi 16: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=ozGCpQbMXr4 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/2-nephi-11-19-podcast-ep-255-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(03:08) Three tips to help us understand and find more relevance in Isaiah. Tip #1: Liken. Isaiah’s writings can be likened to our current circumstances.(12:40) Tip #2: See it. Try to envision what Isaiah is portraying.(14:01) Tip #3: Know concerning the regions round about. Understanding the context of Isaiah’s world is key to unlocking his words.(16:45) There was division between Israel and Judah in Isaiah’s day. Ephraim and Syria were waging war against Judah. Isaiah counsels King Ahaz to not get into an alliance with any other group of people.(24:43) The coal placed on Isaiah’s lips can be seen as the Atonement that cleanses him. (28:18) God asks, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” We should wear out our lives in proclaiming Jesus.(35:53) Isaiah sees the latter-day temple, gathering of Israel, and millennial judgement and peace. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 255 | 2 Nephi 11-19, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 26-March 3) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=0u6hzdlR3n4 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/2-nephi-6-10-podcast-ep-254-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(03:37) Jacob sees the future struggles between the righteous and wicked. He quotes Isaiah, and explains that the Jews will return to Jerusalem following the Captivity. The Jews will reject Jesus, but will be gathered in the end. (10:40) Isaiah speaks of things that have been and shall be. The Lord works though patterns. Kings and queens as nursing fathers and mothers. (17:17) Three servant songs of Isaiah are quoted in the Brass Plates.(24:04) God speaks comfort to those in Zion who have suffered. Jesus will conquer chaos.(28:55) Our master delivers us from the awful monster of death, hell, and the Devil. Ancient Near Eastern literature personified death and hell.(35:16) Bryce shares a personal story about the death of his brother.(46:53) The woes or cursings listed in 2 Nephi 9 are associated with the 10 Commandments. (51:06) Jacob asserts that the Jews are the only people who would crucify their God. Isaiah refers to “The Holy One of Israel” several times in his writing. An angel tells Jacob that his name shall be “Christ,” demonstrating that Jacob received revelation that the Holy One of Israel is Jesus, the Anointed One. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 254 | 2 Nephi 6-10, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 19-25) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=W2IjAQWoLE8 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/2-nephi-3-5-podcast-ep-253-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(03:35) Joseph in Egypt prophesied of Joseph Smith, the Latter-Day Seer.(10:01) The Lord will be merciful to those who were not taught correct principles. Lehi explains this to Laman and Lemuel’s children.(18:19) Nephi glories in the goodness of God.(24:24) Different ways to understand the cursing depicted in 2 Nephi 5:21. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 253 | 2 Nephi 3-5, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 12-18) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=FGdas62wspQ → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/2-nephi-1-2-podcast-ep-252-show-notes/t → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(03:45) The book of 2 Nephi contains the writings of four prophets who have seen Jesus.(07:02) Lehi exhorts Laman and Lemuel to awake and rise from the dust and to choose righteousness.(19:35) Redemption comes through the Holy Messiah. The Fall brought about opposition and happiness. We are free to choose liberty and eternal life through the great Mediator.(30:47) The very name of God invites us to be people who act and are not acted upon. “I am that I am” can be read as “I will be what I will be.” → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 252 | 2 Nephi 1-2, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 5-11) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=VdyqNyV-8UA → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/1-nephi-16-22-podcast-ep-251-show-notes/ → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(04:21) Nephi’s positive attitude contributes to who he becomes. He breaks his bow and makes a new one.(07:32) Ishmael’s death causes many in the family to murmur.(15:23) Nephi possesses the accoutrements of kingship, which may help demonstrate that he and his successors have the right to rule. The sword of Laban, the Brass Plates, and the Liahona may be associated with the Israelite Ark of the Covenant.(24:26) Nephi is commanded to build a boat, but his brethren oppose him. The Lord shocks Laman and Lemuel into obedience.(39:41) As they journey across the waters, Nephi’s brothers bind him with cords. After being threatened with death from a great storm, they loose Nephi’s bonds.(42:58) These passages illustrate Nephi’s ascent. He becomes a king and brings his people into a state of abundance and fertility.(44:13) Nephi makes a second set of plates for a wise purpose known unto the Lord.(48:32) 1 Nephi 19.10 testifies that the ancient prophets saw Jesus in vision. Zenock, Neum and Zenos are examples of prophets who saw Jesus and his Atonement. Nephi quotes Isaiah 48-49.(55:44) Israel will be gathered and saved in the last days. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 251 | 1 Nephi 16-22, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 29-Feb 4) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=sVto7kh6SN4 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2024/01/1-nephi-11-15-podcast-ep-250-show-notes/ Nephi saw the same vision as John. Learn more in our series on The Book of Revelation:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?embed=no&list=PLgXif-dHAI41XIxpKuCiU6QsSU1a-dm-E → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(04:49) Nephi sees in vision the birth of Jesus, the Savior of the World. Jesus’ condescension is evidence that God loves us.(13:21 Nephi sees in vision the coming of Jesus Christ among the Nephites.(24:41) Nephi sees in vision the Gentiles and the coming Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 250 | 1 Nephi 11-15, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 22-28) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=2YZnDcpT08E → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/1-nephi-6-10-podcast-ep-249-show-notes/ → Time Stamps:(00:00) An overview of chapters 5-6.(06:50) There are five major images in Lehi’s dream, starting with the Tree of Life and its fruit.(10:05) The building is a false imitation of true happiness.(11:58) The mist obscures the love of God.(13:00) The river can sweep us away.(14:24) The iron rod will help lead us to the Tree of Life.(18:56) There are three paths – forbidden, strange, and broad.(21:00) Four groups of people are depicted in the dream.(27:59) Elements of the First Israelite Temple are found throughout the vision.(30:36) The tree of Life can represent many things. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 249 | 1 Nephi 6-10, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 15-21) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=CS_ETDYDj9o → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/1-nephi-1-5-podcast-ep-248-show-notes/ → Watch Mike’s video on the Jewish apostasy with Hayden and Jackson Paul, Episode 230: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=zbkw0xEYBXI → Watch Mike’s video on the Jewish apostasy with Dave Butler, Episode 73: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=KxLvyyEWWZQ → A short video about the 5 parallels between Nephi and King David: https://www.youtube.com/@talkingscripture/shorts → Time Stamps:(00:00) An overview of these chapters.(07:22) The Jewish apostasy led to many of the reforms found in Deuteronomy that Lehi rejected.(24:42) How we respond to our trials can determine what we become.(35:52) The Lord gives direction without providing all of the details. Nephi’s experience securing the Brass Plates helps us with our expectations of prophets.(39:04) – Egyptian and Semitic roots can be found in some of the languages of the people in the Americas. Nephi’s name is an Egyptian pun that means good, goodly, fine, or fair. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 248 | 1 Nephi 1-5, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 8-14) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=-_jCKj6LeDM → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/ep-28-introductory-pages-of-the-book-of-mormon-come-follow-me-2020-dec-30-jan-5-2/ → Time Stamps:(00:00) An overview of the introductory pages.(10:56) Jesus is the Christ and He will manifest himself to all.(18:00) Method of translation.(29:27) Unique doctrines of Christ that come to us only through the Book of Mormon.(35:01) The Three Witnesses.(40:21) Will you be a witness? Experiment with the word and give place for it to enlarge your soul. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 247 | Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 1-7) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=I1AwrDddk24 → Detailed Show Notes: http://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2019/12/31/a-brief-explanation-about-the-book-of-mormon/ → Mike covers The Mosiah-First Translation in more detail in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=q8yyTYUSY04 → Timestamps:(00:00) Who was Mormon and why is this book named after him? Scripture is a combination of both heavenly and mortal work.(08:26) The background and overall time period of the Book of Mormon. Lehi leaves Jerusalem around 600 BC and taught that the Messiah would be slain and rise from the dead.(12:01) Lehi’s son Nephi constructs two sets of records. The Large Plates have more historical details and were edited by Mormon. The Small Plates contained more spiritual content and were not abridged by Mormon.(14:57) The source material for the Small Plates of Nephi, including more details about the Brass Plates.(17:15) The source material for the Large Plates of Nephi.(19:25) David Whitmer gave different accounts regarding the sealed portion of the Book of Mormon.(22:26) Mormon’s son Moroni adds an abridged version of the record of Ether that Mosiah translated. (24:55) How Mormon corrects mistakes in his abridgment.(29:04) The Mosiah-First Translation is compelling evidence for the authenticity of The Book of Mormon. Allusions to the Small Plates are found all throughout the Large Plates.(40:55) A review of what we covered, adding some detail about the printing process from the typesetter, John Gilbert. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 246 | Mike on the Overall Structure of the Book of Mormon, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 1-7) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=-SpSPNnwb2g Join us for an enlightening 14-episode journey through the Book of Revelation. In this final episode on Revelation, we look at Chapters 19-22 and discuss the two feasts: The Marriage Supper of the Lamb and The Supper of the Great God. The Marriage Supper of The Lamb represents the reunion of God and his people, a coming home foretold throughout the scriptures. We learn more about the symbolism of the great city, the Holy Jerusalem, descending from heaven, depicted as a golden cube or the holy of holies. → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/revelation-19-22-show-notes/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Google Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 245 | Revelation 19-22, Come Follow Me 2023 (Dec 25-31) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=Vlv-t_kw5Cs Join us for an enlightening 14-episode journey through the Book of Revelation. In this episode we talk about Chapters 17-18, where John is shown the rapid fall of Babylon. The Saints are cautioned against chasing “all things dainty” and missing the real meaning of life. Peace is found by following the Savior. → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/revelation-17-18-babylon-the-great-and-her-fall/ → Commentary on the Seven Kings of Revelation 7: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/the-seven-kings/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Google Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 244 | Revelation 17-18, Come Follow Me 2023 (Dec 25-31) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube Join us for an enlightening 14-episode journey through the Book of Revelation. In this episode we focus on Chapters 14-16, where the Saints will sing the Song of Redeeming Love. We see again that the Lord makes every effort and warning to save mankind. → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2019/12/revelation-16-16-another-way-to-look-at-armageddon/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Google Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 243 | Revelation 14-16, Come Follow Me 2023 (Dec 11-17 & 25-31) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube Join us for an enlightening 14-episode journey through the Book of Revelation. In this episode we explore Chapter 13. We examine the Sea and Land Beasts, and discuss how they imitate Jesus Christ. We also discuss John’s use of the number 666 and the Mark of the Beast. → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2019/12/revelation-13-the-dragon-two-beasts-and-the-mark/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Google Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 242 | Revelation 13, Come Follow Me 2023 (Dec 11-17) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube Join us for an enlightening 14-episode journey through the Book of Revelation. In this episode we examine the events John sees in Chapter 12, including the pre-earth struggle between the dragon and the saints of God. The woman, who is a representation of the Church, flees into the wilderness and is nourished as the angry dragon continues his struggle against truth. → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2017/05/revelation-12-the-woman-flees-into-the-wilderness/ → Extra Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2019/12/revelation-12-the-dragon-the-woman-and-the-child/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Google Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 241 | Revelation 12, Come Follow Me 2023 (Dec 11-17) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.