Alma 13-16 Part 2 • Eva Witesman • June 24 - 30 • Come Follow Me
Jun 19, 2024
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Dr. Eva Witesman discusses God's power and peace vs. man's control, providing safety. Topics include serving with God's power, women's experiences, witnessing horror, and the purpose of the eternities. Also explores Alma and Amulek's struggles, Zeezrom's healing, and conversion through the Atonement.
Creating a culture of safety for women in the church promotes peace and value.
Mindful use of language can either support or harm relationships, emphasizing promoting peace.
Personal redemption through repentance illustrates the power of the Atonement for peace and healing.
Deep dives
Building a Culture of Peace in the Church
Creating a culture where women feel safe and valued in the church is emphasized, highlighting the importance of fostering peace. Encouraging individuals to make covenants of obedience and integrate gospel principles into their interactions globally to promote peacemaking without forcing homogeneity.
Understanding the Impact of Language and Hate Speech
Emphasizing the power of words, especially in online interactions and personal relationships, to either support or harm. Reflecting on the language used towards others and the need to avoid hate speech and dehumanization to prevent conflict and promote peace.
Experiencing Redemption and Healing Through Repentance
Illustrating personal experiences of redemption through repentance, akin to Ziyazarim's healing, emphasizing the Atonement's power to bring rest and peace. Connecting individual repentance to social and global peace-building efforts through faith in Jesus Christ.
Patterns of Redemption and the Role of Faith
Analyzing patterns of redemption and faith, drawing parallels between personal experiences and those in the scriptures, such as Alma comforting Amulek and Ziyazarim's healing. Recognizing the transformative power of faith in overcoming personal trials and accessing spiritual rest.
Seeking Peace Amid Global Challenges and Faith Struggles
Navigating faith in the midst of global challenges. Exploring the need for faith despite uncertainties and the role of repentance in facing trials. Highlighting the concept of entering the rest of the Lord as a source of comfort and spiritual renewal amidst adversity.
Dr. Eva Witesman continues examining the differences between God’s power and peace versus man’s attempt at terror and control and how the kingdom of God provides safety for all people.
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19:23 Alma 16:11-12 - John shares his experience at Columbine High School
26:20 Alma 15:18 - Alma and Amulek’s struggle
28:11 Alma 14:28- Alma 15 Alma and Amulek survive prison and reunite with Zeezrom
30:33 Alma 15:6 - Zeezrom believes and is healed
33:39 Alma 15:10 and Alma 36 - Conversion and healing through the Atonement of Jesus Christ
36:03 Alma 15:15-26- Parallel to D&C 121-2
38:39 Alma 16:17 - Why are we bringing people to Jesus?
41:12 Dr. Witesman shares her testimony of the Atonement of Jesus
47:54 End of Part II– Dr. Eva Witesman
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