Doctrine & Covenants 64-66 Part 1 • Dr. Jason Whiting • June 16-22 • Come Follow Me

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Jun 11, 2025

Dr. Jason Whiting, a licensed marriage and family therapist and BYU professor, discusses the intricate challenges of forgiveness in relationships. He explains how fault-finding and conflict are age-old issues, not just modern dilemmas. Whiting emphasizes the transformative power of forgiveness in building unity, particularly within families and communities. He explores biblical examples, the need for humility, and the balance of setting boundaries. Listeners gain insights on the emotional safety required for true reconciliation.

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INSIGHT

Core Doctrine of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is a core doctrine requiring us to forgive all men as God forgives us.
The Lord condemns those who seek fault and refuse to forgive in their hearts.

ADVICE

Daily Repentance Softens Hearts

Regularly seek forgiveness from God through daily repentance to soften your heart.
Recognize God's mercy and let it teach you to forgive others.

ADVICE

Stop Fault-Finding Yourself

Avoid fault-finding; recognize when annoyances stem from your own issues and not others.
Humble yourself to stop condemning others for faults that may not exist.

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Why is forgiveness a challenge? Dr. Jason Whiting examines how conflict, fault-finding, and differences–even among the early Saints–are not new challenges. Through the lens of the Doctrine and Covenants and human nature, he explores the transformative power of forgiveness and how it builds unity in families, communities, and the Church.

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00:00 - Part 1 - Dr. Jason Whiting
04:23 Jason Whiting’s bio
05:58 Come, Follow Me Manual
07:12 Background on the lesson
12:11 Can a teacher row a canoe?
14:14 Most discussed verses on forgiveness
18:11 The doctrine of reciprocity
22:21 Why it is difficult to forgive
25:05 Fault-finding is misplaced blame
29:41 People are missile-seeking targets
32:31 The impulse for revenge
39:01 Examples of brothers and forgiveness
43:31 Using scriptures in our work lives
44:01 Physical and emotional safety
45:59 Forgiveness in marriage
48:56 Is there a quota on forgiveness?
52:52 Personal accountability and leaving it for God
53:25 Sister Yee’s talk on forgiveness, abuse, and domestic violence
55:21 When it is time to leave a relationship
57:40 Temple wedding vs. celestial marriage
1:00:02 Perspective and forgiveness
1:01:04 Boundaries as a weapon
1:06:37 Are we worse at working out differences?
1:09:56 Two possible traps in marriage
1:12:02 - End of Part I - Dr. Jason Whiting

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