Church History Matters 165 - D&C 122-123 CFM - Lessons From Liberty Jail - E43B October 20-26
Oct 15, 2025
Scott and Casey explore the fascinating context of the Liberty Jail letters amidst Missouri persecutions. They discuss Sidney Rigdon's release and its impact on Joseph Smith's revelations. The hosts delve into the trials faced by Joseph and the Lord’s promise of growth through suffering. They highlight the importance of documenting persecutions and addressing modern religious bigotry. The conversation touches on the moral duty to expose falsehoods and the influence of small acts on future salvation, wrapping up with reflections on Joseph's final years.
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Righteous Leadership Draws Followers
- True leadership attracts followers by persuasion, meekness, and love rather than compulsion.
- Joseph Smith's influence would grow despite mockery because righteous leadership draws the pure in heart.
Suffering Can Be Sanctifying
- The long list of
Christ's Descent Enables Compassion
- Jesus descended below all to empathize with human suffering and succor us according to our infirmities.
- That perspective comforts Joseph by showing God stands with him despite intense trials.
