Dr. Christopher Jones, an Assistant Professor of History at Brigham Young University, explores the compelling story of James Covel, a Methodist preacher who struggled with his faith and the allure of LDS teachings. He discusses the historical significance of early church relocations, the trials faced by its members, and the comforting message of grace and hope found in the Doctrine and Covenants. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding context in scripture and encourages listeners to reflect on their own faith journeys amid challenges.
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Significance of the Ohio Gathering
In late 1830, Saints were commanded to gather in Ohio for a new phase of the church's growth.
This move marked a pivotal expansion with great blessings promised but involved leaving familiar homes and hardships.
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Fourfold Mission Promised in Ohio
The Lord promised the Saints in Ohio they would receive His law and be endowed with power from on high.
This set the foundation for missionary work, temple blessings, and caring for the poor as key purposes.
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James Covel’s True Background Revealed
James Covel was misunderstood for 150 years as a Baptist preacher but was actually a Methodist.
This discovery changed interpretations of his role and the revelations about him in sections 39 and 40.
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Protestant and Mormon Missions of the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries
Christopher Cannon Jones
David Golding
Laurie F. Maffly-Kipp
This book brings together essays that examine the historical context and cultural dynamics of Protestant and Mormon missions during the 19th and 20th centuries. It highlights the complexities of cross-cultural interactions, the role of humanitarian outreach, and the evolution of missionary strategies across different regions and communities. The book offers a nuanced exploration of faith, culture, and human interaction through the lens of missionary work.
Making Sense of the Doctrine and Covenants
Steve Harper
What is the impact of historical research on our faith? Dr. Christopher Jones examines Brother James Covel's life and choices and how his life inspires belief in grace and a message of hope.
10:06 Four missionaries and an important conversion
16:10 Three branches transplanted to Ohio
18:43 D&C 38:32 The Lord alleviates fear
21:15 Insights from the Apostles
22:07 James Covill/Covel
26:17 Changing our opinion of James Covel
27:18 Backgrounds of D&C 37 and D&C 38
28:18 D&C 37:1-4 - Gather to the Ohio
29:45 D&C 38:1-3, 32 God reassures and promises an endowment
35:25 A conference at Fayette
37:21 What we had wrong about James Covel
46:35 What is Antebellum? And more Covel discoveries
51:45 Why Methodist vs. Baptist matters for James Covel
53:23 D&C 38:26 - A parable and baptism debates
57:19 Methodism experiences changes
1:00:37 Final words to James Covel
1:04:51 Comfort for those that have left the fold
1:06:56 The end of James Covel’s earthly story
1:09:04 Application of James Covel’s story
01:12:23 - End of Part I - Dr. Christopher Jones
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