followHIM Doctrine & Covenants 121-123 Part 2 • Dr. David Holland • Oct 20 - Oct 26 • Come Follow Me
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Oct 15, 2025 Dr. David Holland, a historian from Harvard, delves into the nuances of Doctrine and Covenants 121-123. He explores the distinction between being called and being chosen, highlighting how our choices shape our spiritual paths. Intriguingly, he uses the Oreo-rat analogy to discuss personal sacrifices for worldly pleasures. The conversation touches on the historical context of 19th-century religious persecution, Joseph Smith's advocacy for religious freedom, and the importance of facing life's challenges with cheerfulness and faith.
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Chosen Is A Condition, Not A List
- Being "chosen" is not a divine list but a condition we become by where our hearts are set.
- Elder Bednar: obedience and aspirations determine whether you are counted among the chosen.
The Oreo Rat Test
- David Holland recalls a lab study measuring what rats give up for Oreos to illustrate addiction.
- He uses the example to ask what we sacrifice to chase wealth or approval.
True Dominion Flows, Not Forces
- Unrighteous dominion requires compulsion while Christ's scepter is an everlasting dominion without compulsory means.
- The flow of revelation and righteousness should be natural, not forced.
