
Talking Scripture Ep 355 | Genesis 3-4; Moses 4-5, Come Follow Me 2026 (January 19-25)
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Jan 15, 2026 Dive into the complexities of agency through the lens of Genesis, where the serpent's subtlety triggers profound discussions about choice and temptation. Explore the conflicting divine commands given to Adam and Eve, revealing deeper layers of meaning related to mortality and the Fall. The podcast also connects Cain and Abel's rivalry to themes of priesthood, shedding light on modern interpretations of sacrifice and obedience. Plus, discover parenting lessons from the Lord's approach to Cain's troubled choices.
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Two Teams In The Premortal Council
- The premortal choice framed two teams: one seeking glory for self and one seeking the Father's glory.
- Choosing Christ requires shedding pride and yielding credit to God, a core cosmic distinction.
Serpent As An Uncovered Other
- The serpent (nechash) is linguistically linked to being uncovered and outside the divine covering.
- That language invites readers to see the tempter as an otherworldly being who lacks the atoning covering.
How Agency Actually Works
- 2 Nephi 2 shows agency needs opposition, laws, knowledge, and power to choose.
- Removing any of those elements is how the adversary seeks to destroy human agency.




