Podcasts by Sunday School Bonanza – LDS Gospel Doctrine Review
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2/25–(Part 2) Mormon Cookbook, Tara Westover’s Family, Elizabeth Smart Book from 2023-02-25T15:44:34
https://youtu.be/pAMH1q9jN94 Links:Dirty Dough becomes UVU’s official cookie, update on #UtahCookieWars ‘She knows me least’ — 5 years after ‘Educated,’ Tara Westover’s family yearns for reconci...
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Old Testament Lesson 11: “How Can I Do This Great Wickedness?” from 2018-03-21T15:01:48
Genesis 37-39—After being enslaved by the Egyptians, Joseph goes on to thrive as a leader of slaves. But Potiphar's wife has different ideas. What do we learn about evading temptation from this epi...
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Old Testament Lesson 10: Birthright Blessings; Marriage in the Covenant from 2018-03-14T14:59:59
Genesis 24-20 [dropcap]A[/dropcap]braham expresses his concern that Isaac find a worthy wife with whom to enter into the marriage covenant.Rebekah receives revelation about her unborn twin sons, Ja...
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Old Testament Lesson 9: “God Will Provide Himself a Lamb” from 2018-03-08T15:44:24
Abraham experiences miracles as the once-barren Sarah bears Isaac, but years later, the Lord commands Abraham to do something unfathomable - sacrifice the recipient of the birthright, the one throu...
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Old Testament Lesson 8: Living Righteously in a Wicked World from 2018-03-01T14:40:41
Genesis 13, 14, 18—Abraham settles in Canaan, pays tithes to Melchizedek, and his nephew, Lot, needs to get the heck out of Dodge before the Lord destroys Sodom and Gomorrah.
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Old Testament Lesson 7: The Abrahamic Covenant from 2018-02-23T20:16:25
Abraham seeks to be righteous and live worthy of the blessings of God. God covenants with Abraham, promising that he will have a numerous posterity who will receive a promised land and the blessing...
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Church History Lesson 46: “Zion—The Pure in Heart” from 2017-12-31T11:58:14
In the year's final lesson, we reflect on what it means to be a Zion people and what remains to achieve that.
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Church History Lesson 45: “The Family Is Ordained of God” from 2017-12-10T01:25:28
Kurt Francom of LeadingLDS is here to talk about the wonders of the family. But why are families so important to God’s plan?
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Church History Lesson 44: Being Good Citizens from 2017-12-03T01:48:46
What do Mormons believe about civic duty? We can't sit on the sidelines! Inasmuch as your country allows it, get involved and make a difference!
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Church History Lesson 42: Continuing Revelation to Latter-day Prophets from 2017-11-10T17:00:55
Revelation is not restricted solely to the restoration era. This lesson deals with prophetic examples from the 20th and 21st centuries. Also, Correlation!
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Church History Lesson 41: “Every Member a Missionary” from 2017-11-04T21:23:40
Missionary work is the dream! So let's talk about it in ways that aren't cliche.
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Church History Lesson 40: Finding Joy in Temple and Family History Work from 2017-10-22T02:37:17
Dustin Homer joins us for a discussion on temple work. What can you do to get more engaged in this work? Why is having a current temple recommend important?
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Church History Lesson 39: “The Hearts of the Children Shall Turn to Their Fathers” from 2017-10-14T18:35:31
D&C 2; 110; 138—What does it actually mean to have the hearts of the children turn to their fathers? How can you be better at family history work?
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Church History Lesson 38: “In Mine Own Way” from 2017-10-06T11:00:38
D&C 38;42;104—Patricia Auxier returns to discuss spiritual and temporal welfare. How do we develop self-reliance? How do we help others with their needs?
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Church History Lesson 37: “We Thank Thee, O God, for a Prophet” from 2017-09-24T01:48:14
Why do we need a prophet? Are prophets perfect? Was Joseph Smith perfect? In this lesson we will get into the ins and outs of latter-day prophets.
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Church History Lesson 36: “The Desert Shall Rejoice, and Blossom as the Rose” from 2017-09-16T12:58:01
The Saints begin settling the Salt Lake Valley, including the construction of the Salt Lake Temple. What lessons do you learn from these pioneers?
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Church History Lesson 35: “A Mission of Saving” from 2017-09-09T14:39:41
D&C 4; 18; 52; 81, 138—Just as Brigham Young sent many to said the Martin and Willie handcart company, the Savior rescues us. But how?
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Church History Lesson 34: Faith in Every Footstep from 2017-09-02T12:00:01
D&C 136—Steve Pierce joins us for a discussion on the Saints’ journey to the Salt Lake Valley. How did the Lord guide Mormons during this period?
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Church History Lesson 33: President Brigham Young Leads the Saints (The Succession Crisis) from 2017-08-27T01:22
D&C 107—The death of Joseph Smith results in a succession crisis, with various parties vying for the mantle to lead the Church. Where would you have fallen?
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Church History Lesson 32: “To Seal the Testimony” from 2017-08-20T03:40:51
D&C 135—Events in Illinois culminate in the assassination of Joseph Smith. What did Joseph Smith’s ministry mean to you? What do we learn from his example?
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Church History Lesson 31: “Sealed … for Time and for All Eternity” from 2017-08-12T21:27:48
D&C 131; 132—Join us for a discussion on the doctrine of eternal marriage. How do we prepare for eternal marriage? How do we discuss this with single folk?
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Church History Lesson 30: “The Prisoners Shall Go Free” from 2017-08-04T17:24:13
D&C 4; 124;127; 128—This week we are focusing on ordinances on behalf of the dead as performed in LDS temples. How have temple ordinances blessed you?
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Church History Lesson 29: Building the Kingdom of God in Nauvoo, Illinois from 2017-07-28T16:59:28
D&C 124; 126—The Saints flee to Nauvoo, Illinois and build the Church there. The Relief Society is organized. Temple ordinances occur for the first time.
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Church History Lesson 28: “O God, Where Art Thou?” from 2017-07-23T00:49:45
D&C 121, 122—What can we learn about adversity from Joseph Smith's experiences in Liberty Jail?
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Church History Lesson 27: “They Must Needs Be Chastened and Tried, Even as Abraham” from 2017-07-15T18:55:45
D&C 101; 103; 105—More about the early saints’ efforts to establish Zion in Missouri, including the many trials they went through, even Zion's camp.
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Church History Lesson 26: “Go Ye into All the World, and Preach My Gospel” from 2017-07-09T01:53:17
Dustin Homer joins us for a discussion on how missionary work functioned among the early saints, and how missionary work can benefit us today.
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Church History Lesson 25: Priesthood: “The Power of Godliness” from 2017-06-30T11:57:19
D&C 84; 107; 121—What have we gained through the restoration of the priesthood? Many priesthood offices came well after the Church was organized. Why?
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Church History Lesson 24: “Be Not Deceived, but Continue in Steadfastness” from 2017-06-23T12:00:04
D&C 26; 28; 43—This lesson deals with personal apostasy. How do we recognize Satan’s deceptions? How do we avoid taking offense?
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Church History Lesson 23: “Seek Learning, Even by Study and Also by Faith” from 2017-06-17T17:31:42
What was the School of the Prophets? How are secular and spiritual learning related, and why are they so important?
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Church History D&C Lesson 22: The Word of Wisdom: “A Principle with Promise” from 2017-06-10T22:26:05
D&C 89—The Word of Wisdom is ostensibly straightforward and simple, but how can we better live such a simple law and focus on the proactive parts?
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Church History Lesson 21: “Looking Forth for the Great Day of the Lord to Come” from 2017-06-03T13:30:22
D&C 29; 34; 88; 101—Let´s discuss the doctrine of the Second Coming. How can we prepare? Why is as Second Coming an important part of the plan of salvation?
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Church History Lesson 20: The Kingdoms of Glory from 2017-05-21T01:54:03
D&C 76; 131—We must understand the eternal promises and blessings offered us so long as we live the gospel, and the kingdoms of glory are part of that.
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Church History Lesson 19: The Plan of Salvation from 2017-05-14T02:39:12
This lesson goes into many other scriptures to talk about God’s plan for us, and it's crucial that we understand the plan of salvation for our growth.
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Church History Lesson 18: “Establish … a House of God” from 2017-05-06T18:11:28
How is the temple the house of God? Through Joseph Smith we have learned a great deal about temples. How can the temple bless you?
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Church History Lesson 17: The Law of Tithing and the Law of the Fast from 2017-04-29T15:46:03
Doctrine&Covenants 59; 119; 120—What is the history of tithing in both ancient and modern eras? How are tithing and fast offerings distributed?
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Church History Lesson 16: “Thou Shalt … Offer Up Thy Sacraments upon My Holy Day” from 2017-04-23T02:39:21
D&C 59 – A lesson on—you guessed it—the sacrament and the Sabbath. Why are these two items so important and why do we honor them to this day?
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Church History Lesson 15: “Seek Ye Earnestly the Best Gifts” from 2017-04-16T01:45:36
D&C 46; Articles of Faith 1:7—Patricia Auxier sits down with us to talk about the gifts of the Spirit – how we identify them and cultivate them?
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Church History Lesson 14: The Law of Consecration from 2017-04-08T13:23:10
D&C 42; 51; 78; 82; 104—Why was the law of consecration revealed to the saints? How did they struggle to live it and what were the consequences?
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Church History Lesson 13: “This Generation Shall Have My Word through You” from 2017-03-24T23:34:23
Jared Gillins joins us for a discussion on Joseph Smith’s role as a prophet and revelator. What truths were restored via Joseph Smith?
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Church History Lesson 12: “The Gathering of My People” from 2017-03-18T21:55:52
How was Israel gathered in the early days of the restored Church? How does it relate to the ongoing gathering of Israel as foretold in the Bible?
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Church History Lesson 11: “The Field Is White Already to Harvest” from 2017-03-11T14:44:29
Missionary work! How do we serve God with all our “heart, might, mind and strength”? We have great desires for missionary work, but sometimes we need help.
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Church History Lesson 10: “This Is My Voice unto All” from 2017-03-05T12:40:45
D&C 25—Emma Smith was called to do many important works in support of the restoration of the gospel and her husband. How do God's revelations help you?
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Church History Lesson 9: “The Only True and Living Church” from 2017-02-25T15:53:45
D&C 20—We discuss the organization of the Church on April 6, 1830. Section 20 deals exclusively with Church organization and governance.
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Church History Lesson 8: The Restoration of the Priesthood from 2017-02-18T15:08:54
By seeking answers to questions they had during the translation of the Book of Mormon, Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery received the restored priesthood.
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Church History Lesson 7: “The First Principles and Ordinances of the Gospel” from 2017-02-11T00:26:17
Kurt Francom of LeadingLDS.org sits down with us to talk about faith, repentance, baptism, and the receipt of the Holy Ghost. Why do these come first?
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Church History Lesson 6: “I Will Tell You in Your Mind and in Your Heart, by the Holy Ghost” from 2017-02-04T01:07:14
D&C 6, 8, 9, 11—Part II on personal revelation, but in this lesson we discuss how to receive revelation and interpret the promptings of the Holy Ghost.
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Church History Lesson 5: “This Is the Spirit of Revelation” from 2017-01-29T00:46:28
D&C 6, 8-9—What is personal revelation and how do we prepare ourselves to receive it? Let's learn from Oliver Cowdery and Joseph Smith.
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Church History Lesson 4: “Remember the New Covenant, Even the Book of Mormon” from 2017-01-21T01:02:58
Bill Doolittle joins us to talk about the wonderful origins of the Book of Mormon and what went into its translation, including new resources!
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Church History Lesson 3: “I Had Seen a Vision” from 2017-01-15T12:07:15
We know the classic account of the First Vision, but the Church has taken great steps in recent years to highlight other accounts, so let's dive in.
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Church History Lesson 2: “Behold, I Am Jesus Christ, the Savior of the World” from 2017-01-07T16:59:20
The Doctrine and Covenants gives us a better understanding of Christ. In this lesson we will cover many scriptures that testify of the Savior.
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Church History Lesson 1: Introduction to the Doctrine and Covenants and Church History from 2017-01-01T03:44:44
We're off to the faces to study Doctrine and Covenants and Church History, including new materials!
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Book of Mormon Lesson 48: “Come unto Christ” from 2016-12-17T21:26:14
Moroni 7-10—Mormon discusses how to choose between good and evil. He later discusses how little children are pure. Moroni teaches us about how to exercise faith and find truth in all things.
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Book of Mormon Lesson 47: “To Keep Them in the Right Way” from 2016-12-10T14:29:41
Moroni 1-6—Moroni continues his discourse, discussing gospel ordinances and our need to strengthen one another. Bill Doolittle is with us for the penultimate lesson of the year.
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Book of Mormon Lesson 46: “By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled” from 2016-12-01T15:19:03
Ether 12-13—Faith! Moroni gives a great treatise on faith in one of the landmark chapters of the Book of Mormon. How can we become humble and exercise faith? Brad Lammi is here.
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Book of Mormon Lesson 45: “Never Has Man Believed in Me As Thou Hast” from 2016-11-24T01:31:23
Ether 1-6—Moroni recounts the story of the Jaredites, in particular the brother of Jared. The brother of Jared demonstrates incredible faith—some of the greatest in all of scripture—and we can lear...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 44: “I Speak unto You As If Ye Were Present” from 2016-11-17T17:02:31
Mormon 7-9—The Nephite nation has been destroyed, and these chapters cover Mormon’s final exhortations to them and to us. What prophecies are in these chapters that resonate with you? Bill Doolittl...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 43: “How Could Ye Have Departed from the Ways of the Lord?” from 2016-11-13T00:36:30
Mormon 1-5—Mormon becomes the leader of the Nephites and the Nephites suffer in battle because of their wickedness. How do we develop contrite hearts and spirits? What does that mean? Brad Lammi is...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 42: “This Is My Gospel” from 2016-11-04T19:10:18
3 Nephi 27-28; 4 Nephi—Why did Christ concern himself with the naming of His church? Should we concern ourselves with “Mormon Church” in the post-Mormon Moment era? The Savior grants his twelve dis...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 41: “He Did Expound All Things unto Them” from 2016-10-26T20:09:34
3 Nephi 22-26—The Savior quotes Isaiah to the Nephites, encouraging them to enlarge their stakes. He also teaches them to keep records. These are ostensibly simple ideas, yet we spend an entire les...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 40: “Then Will I Gather Them In” from 2016-10-22T02:38:08
3 Nephi 16-21—This lesson deals entirely with the gathering of Israel. Why did the Savior spend time explaining this to the people? Why does the gathering of Israel matter to us today? What role do...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 39: “Behold, My Joy Is Full” from 2016-10-15T23:26:48
3 Nephi 17-19—Jesus continues his ministry among the Nephites, healing them and blessing their children. The Lord has his disciples baptized and receive the Holy Ghost. Do we ponder what the Lord h...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 38: “Old Things Are Done Away, and All Things Have Become New” from 2016-10-01T13:50:49
3 Nephi 12-14—The Savior continues his ministry to the Nephites, teaching them the Beatitudes and announcing the law of Moses fulfilled. These are incredible chapters and the culmination of hundred...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 37: “Whosoever Will Come, Him Will I Receive” from 2016-09-24T17:32:59
3 Nephi 8-11—Samuel the Lamanite’s prophecies come true regarding the death of Christ and the ensuing calamity. Christ appears to the Nephite people and ministers to them, setting off an incredibly...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 36: “On the Morrow Come I into the World” from 2016-09-17T00:19:35
3 Nephi 1-7—Signs appear marking the Savior’s birth. The Gadianton robbers surround the Nephites, and many Nephites fall into pride and wickedness in the ramp-up to the crucifixion of the Lord. How...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 35: “Repent and Return unto the Lord” from 2016-09-10T14:15:20
Helaman 13-16—Samuel the Lamanite preaches repentance to the Nephites, foretelling their destruction if they do not turn to the Lord. He also discusses the signs of Christ’s birth and death, settin...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 34: “How Could You Have Forgotten Your God?” from 2016-09-03T14:41:35
Helaman 6-11 – Pride cycle for days. The Lamanites become more righteous than the prideful Nephites. Nephi calls the people to repentance and prays for rain. How do we keep ourselves in check? How ...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 33: “A Sure Foundation” from 2016-08-27T12:17:08
Helaman 1-5—Internal strife weakens the Nephites and the Church. Do we se parallels to that in our day? How can we avoid contention in our wards and stakes and promote unity? How is Christ our rock...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 32: “They Did Obey-Every Word of Command with Exactness” from 2016-08-18T15:53:45
Alma 53-58—Stripling warriors! Basically, the armies of Helaman provide us with a pretty awesome case study in the exercise of faith against a backdrop of calamity and bellicosity. How is it that n...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 31: “Firm in the Faith of Christ” from 2016-08-13T12:00:18
Alma 43-52—War chapters! Why did Mormon dedicate so much of the Book of Alma to chapters on the atrocities of war? What do we learn of attrition and liberty? Don’t miss Captain Moroni and the title...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 30: “The Great Plan of Happiness” from 2016-08-05T16:44:04
Alma 40-42—How does a failure to understand the plan of salvation make us weaker in the face of temptation? How did understanding death and resurrection help Corianton? How will it help you? How do...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 29: “Give Ear to My Words” from 2016-07-27T12:00:46
Alma 36-39—Alma sits down with his three sons, Helaman, Shiblon, and Corianton, to bear testimony and offer encouragement before he disappears. What can parents learn from Alma’s counsel? Too often...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 28: “The Word Is in Christ unto Salvation” from 2016-07-21T18:01:14
Alma 32-34—Alma gives his great treatise on faith and the nurturing of testimony. How can we “experiment” on the word of God? How can the word of God take root in our hearts? Frankly, there’s more ...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 27: “All Things Denote There Is a God” from 2016-07-14T14:07:05
Alma 30&31—It’s a lesson on some of the darker corners of the kingdom! Korihor comes and stirs up trouble. What exactly is an anti-Christ? Alma leads a delegation to the Zoramites. While we harp on...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 26: “Converted unto the Lord” from 2016-07-09T00:05:04
Alma 23-29—The sons of Mosiah teach thousands of Lamanites and witness great changes in heart, becoming the Anti-Nephi-Lehies. They put down their weapons, sacrificing themselves rather than shed b...
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Book of Mormon “Lesson 25: They Taught with Power and Authority of God” from 2016-07-02T23:56:45
Alma 17-22—Classic stories of the sons of Mosiah’s missionary efforts among the Lamanites, including Ammon and Lamoni, Aaron and Lamoni’s dad, and other stuff. But how did they go about this work? ...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 24: “Give Us Strength According to Our Faith in Christ” from 2016-06-25T00:16:04
Alma 13-16—Alma and Amulek continue their preaching among the people of Ammonihah, discussing the power of the priesthood and the doctrine of foreordination. Eventually, once-enemy Zeezrom is conve...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 23: “More Than One Witness” from 2016-06-15T22:27:08
Alma 8-12—Alma visits the people of Ammonihah to mixed results, but he meets Amulek, a pivotal actor throughout the Book of Alma. Why is it important to have more than one witness? Amulek and Alma ...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 22: “Have Ye Received His Image in Your Countenances?” from 2016-06-12T02:43:20
Alma 5-7—Alma explains how we can experience a “mighty” change of heart, but what does that entail? How difficult is it to change our nature? There’s a lot to learn about the process of conversion ...
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Book of Mormon Lesson 21: “Alma … Did Judge Righteous Judgments” from 2016-06-05T02:25:24
Mosiah 29; Alma 1-4—Mosiah teaches principles of good government. Your teacher might talk about different forms of government. Push for the plutocracy, folks. It’s the only way! Alma the Younger be...
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