
Christmas | Dec 23–29 | John W. Welch & Lynne Hilton Wilson | Come Follow Me Book of Mormon
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Nov 14, 2024 Delve into the enchanting Christmas narratives found in both the New Testament and the Book of Mormon. Explore the significance of Jesus's birth, name, and genealogy, while uncovering prophetic signs leading to his arrival. Discover the historical roots of Christmas and its connection to ancient festivals. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as it also touches on the fundamentals of artificial intelligence and its ethical implications, blending timeless traditions with modern innovations.
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Jesus's Name
- Jesus's Hebrew name, Yeshua, means "saves" and was given by an angel to both Mary and Joseph.
- The Greek version, Jesus, appears in the Septuagint, the Greek Old Testament.
Joshua and Jesus
- Lynne Hilton Wilson draws parallels between Joshua and Jesus, highlighting shared experiences like leaving Egypt and wilderness periods.
- She suggests Joshua's life prefigures Christ's, acting as a type and shadow.
Luke's Unique Perspective
- Luke's gospel focuses on Mary's perspective, possibly gained through interviews with eyewitnesses, maybe even Mary herself.
- He may have interviewed her while in Ephesus with Paul, where Mary lived with John.






