Dr. Rosalynde Welch, a historian and expert on Latter-day Saint history, dives into the profound themes of consecration and accountability. She highlights the transformative role of the Perpetual Education Fund and emphasizes the importance of community and spiritual commitments. Welch shares insights on navigating mixed-belief families, drawing parallels between familial love and discipleship. The discussion further explores the divine nature of work, the power of service and prayer, and the significance of hospitality in building a supportive church environment.
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volunteer_activism ADVICE
Embrace Accountability as Check-In
Approach accountability as a chance to check in with God, not as a bishop's inspection.
Use tithing settlements and interviews to acknowledge stewardship and seek encouragement, not fear judgment.
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Missed Ministering Moment Lesson
Rosalynde missed a ministering opportunity after moving and starting a full-time job.
The ministering interview helped her recognize the importance of timely engagement and not missing chances for service.
insights INSIGHT
Balancing Zion's Gathering
Excessive, premature migration to Zion can overwhelm resources; too few residents now may hinder Zion's building.
Zion is built by living its principles locally in our wards, not just by gathering physically.
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Dr. Rosalynde Welch continues to examine Doctrine and Covenants 71-75 and the concepts of consecration, the sanctifying power of education and family, and the role of hospitality in building Zion.
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TIMECODE
00:00 - Part 2 - Dr. Rosalynde Welch
02:45 Less warm and fuzzy parts of consecration
07:31 Accountability to God not the Bishop
10:07 Slowing the flow
12:06 Pure in heart
16:19 Many are called, but few answer
18:17 Returning to translation and married to a non-believer
23:43 Ordinances as teachers
27:43 Becoming childish or childlike
32:00 Mixed faith marriages
37:03 Licenses to preach
40:37 Work hard (with a good attitude)
45:58 Working with the Lord changes us
48:16 Pray while walking and working
51:10 Missions and families
56:12 Hospitality in the Old Testament
58:47 A scholars thoughts on Joseph Smith’s scholarship
1:03:05 Testimony of Book of Mormon and Jesus Christ
1:09:39 End of Part 2 - Dr. Rosalynde Welch
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