Philippians • Professor Lori Denning • Oct 9 - Oct 15

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Oct 4, 2023

This podcast explores the book of Philippians, discussing topics such as rejoicing amidst trials, the importance of community and mourning, the power of unity, and pressing forward towards goals. The host also shares personal stories about missions and brain surgery, and relates teachings to Star Wars and chiasmus.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Introduction to Philippians

02:06 • 21min

Living the Gospel: Being Filled with the Fruits of Righteousness

23:04 • 7min

Reflections on Life, Death, and Suffering

30:22 • 3min

The Power of Mourning with Those Who Mourn

33:43 • 2min

The Power of Unity in Striving Together

35:35 • 32min

Pressing Forward for the Prize

01:07:35 • 7min

What does it mean to be a Christian? As Paul writes from prison to the Philippians and Colossians, Professor Lori Denning explores rejoicing despite trials and grace and learning to lean on the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

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00:00 Part 1–Professor Lori Denning
02:49 Introduction of Professor Lori Denning
04:22 Background to Philippians and Colossians
09:45 Paul and Joseph Smith
11:59 Roman armor and Alexander’s father
14:55 Lydia and selling purple
18:47 Philippians 1:1
20:18 Tips for reading Paul’s letters
21:44 Philippians 1:3-4, 11
23:20 Justice and righteousness
27:06 Rejoice amidst trials
30:00 Alive in Christ
32:51 Community and mourning
39:22 Professor Denning shares a personal story of her mission
43:13 A song in Philippians 2
45:36 Chiasmus or “hamburger” poem
47:06 Star Wars musical motifs and musical themes
51:07 Background to the poem
55:27 The middle and the love of God
56:55 Professor Denning shares a personal story about brain surgery
1:01:19 Elder Bateman and the Atonement of Jesus Christ
1:03:56 Joseph in Egypt and Jesus
1:07:35 Philippians 3:13-14
1:11:07 President Benson’s “Beware of Pride”
1:14:47 End of Part I–Professor Lori Denning

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