Grace Freeman and David Butler delve into the teachings of Jesus Christ in Mosiah 1-3, discussing inheritance of faith, mysteries, a king like Jesus, which spirit to follow, and an angel's message. They explore the power of gathering, service, human tendencies, gratitude to the heavenly king, and spreading the good news about Jesus.
Seeking God's mysteries through deliberate attention fosters deeper understanding.
King Benjamin exemplifies a kingly standard based on humility, service, and dedication.
Serving others is akin to serving God directly, reflecting divine love and compassion.
Deep dives
Discovering God's Mysteries Through Gathering and Gratitude
Gathering with a community of faith helps in understanding God better. Expressing gratitude for God's actions in your life fosters love towards Him. Deliberately seeking to hear God by turning your attention towards Him, either physically, mentally, or by receiving His teachings, can reveal His mysteries to you.
Living Royally: King Benjamin's Example
King Benjamin's leadership mirrors qualities of Jesus' kingship - humility, service, and dedication. His service to his people without seeking personal gain reflects a kingly standard based on love and righteousness. By recognizing the divine nature of service to others, one exemplifies being in the service of God.
Serving Others: Serving God
Serving others is revealed as serving God directly, illustrating the interconnected nature of love, service, and divinity. Recognizing God in others' needs and responding with compassion echoes Jesus' teaching of serving others as serving Him. The act of service not only benefits others but also aligns with God's ultimate measure of love and compassion as demonstrated in Matthew 25:40.
The Importance of Serving Others and Seeing the Face of Jesus in Them
Serving and loving others is akin to serving and loving Jesus, as illustrated by a touching story of giving a homemade quilt to a homeless man. The act of serving others, even in small ways, can have a profound impact, reflecting one's faith and devotion. This principle emphasizes the recognition of Christ in the faces of those we assist, highlighting the interconnectedness of service and spiritual fulfillment.
The Consequences of Choosing Which Spirit to Obey
The podcast delves into the concept of obedience and the choice of which spirit to follow. It explores the idea that individuals tend to seek payback or are influenced by various spirits, highlighting the importance of aligning with the Heavenly King for guidance and blessings. By contrasting obedience to the Heavenly King with rebelling against God's law, the narrative underscores the consequences of one's choices and emphasizes the path to prosperity through adherence to divine principles.
Here is what you have to look forward to this week:
SEGMENT ONE: INHERITANCE OF FAITH
SEGMENT TWO: THE MYSTERIES
SEGMENT THREE: A KING LIKE JESUS
SEGMENT FOUR: IT BELONGS TO HIM
SEGMENT FIVE: WHICH SPIRIT
SEGMENT SIX: AN ANGELS MESSAGE
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Grace Freeman
Instagram: @thisweeksgrace
David Butler
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Instagram: @mrdavebutler
Come, Follow Me is a resource offered by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is designed to be used in the home to support personal and family scripture study to build faith in Heavenly Father and His plan of salvation and in the Savior Jesus Christ and His Atonement. Come, Follow Me is self-contained and adequate, when used properly. Products and materials designed to supplement this resource, though they may be helpful in some instances, are not necessary for a successful home study program.
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