Dr. Kenneth Alford, a Professor of Church History and Doctrine at BYU and former US Army Colonel, dives deep into the Law of Consecration. He shares personal stories about grief, the transformative power of compassion, and the importance of caring for the marginalized. Alford addresses issues like false revelations and highlights the role of General Conferences. His insights on divine authority and personal faith emphasize the profound connection between stewardship, community, and individual spiritual journeys.
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Understanding the Law of Consecration
The Law of Consecration means dedicating everything for a sacred purpose, including time, talents, and property.
It's a divine system to take care of the poor and build the kingdom through stewardship and accountability.
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Fire Story Illustrates Tithing Blessings
Kenneth Alford shared a personal story of a fire endangering his home in 1986.
He recognized divine intervention due to obeying the law of tithing, which blessed and protected his family.
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Consecration Requires Full Commitment
Consecration is an all-in commitment; you can't partially live it.
Fully dedicate yourself with both feet in for this sacred covenant to work.
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Dr. Kenneth Alford continues to examine the introduction of the Law of Consecration, dealing with false revelations and prophets, and the importance of General Conferences.
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TIMECODE 00:00 - Part 2 - Dr. Ken Alford 00:08 The Law of Consecration 03:54 D&C 42:32 - Consecration vs. accountability 05:37 Dr. Alford shares a personal story about a fire 13:14 Can you embark in part? 14:03 Grief and loss 17:43 President Nelson on mourning 20:13 Audrey Sorensen and enduring grief 24:00 Pride is making a comeback 26:46 What does the Army teach about being idle 33:13 Consecration begins and ends with taking care of the poor 35:03 Vista moments 37:52 D&C 43 and D&C 28 - Hiram Page and a prophetess 42:28 Reject the prophet = reject the Lord 44:36 Being a Saint is lifting others 47:12 Be confident in your message 49:46 Refusing to be gathered 51:03 D&C 43:34 - Listen and obey 54:18 D&C 44 - Four purposes holding conferences of the Church 57:45 Endowed with the power to thwart the forces of evil 59:04 Dr. Alford shares his testimony of Jesus Christ and the Restoration 1:04:15 Steve Sorensen and Newel K. Whitney share a gift 1:07:10 End of Part 2 - Dr. Ken Alford
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