followHIM The Articles of Faith and Official Declarations 1 & 2 • Part 2 • Bro. Thom Reed • December 8-14 • Come Follow Me
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Dec 3, 2025 Thom Reed, a leader in the Genesis Group and FamilySearch advocate, dives deep into the transformative power of Official Declaration 2. He shares his compelling conversion story, highlighting the role of eternal families in his journey. Thom discusses the global implications of this declaration, emphasizing healing, redemption, and the liberation of temple blessings for all. He reflects on the discomfort of past policies and the importance of viewing change through Christ’s atonement, urging listeners to embrace ongoing revelation and progress.
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Conversion After Tragedy
- Thom Reed describes first spiritual conversion after a friend's hospital visit following a car accident.
- That moment led him to investigate the Church and eventually join in December 1991.
A Revelation That Corrected Policy
- Thom Reed observes Official Declaration 2 differs from earlier revelations because it corrected a long-standing policy, not a prior revelation.
- He frames it as a divine course correction that required new revelation for a global audience.
A Global Revelation Signal
- Reed emphasizes the 1978 revelation was global because news reached African congregations and international passengers mid-flight.
- He says the revelation signaled that priesthood and temple blessings are for every nation, kindred, tongue, and people.