Inklings with Emily Belle Freeman Dallin H. Oaks: The Family-Centered Gospel of Jesus Christ
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Oct 19, 2025 Dive into thought-provoking discussions about the family-centered Gospel of Jesus Christ. Explore how the Family Proclamation frames God’s plan and why family is crucial for eternal destinies. Contrast a competitive culture with divine gathering, revealing insights from Luke's parables. Learn to redefine ‘family’ beyond the traditional model, connecting with and serving all God’s children. Reflect on practical ways to strengthen families and the urgent call to action for collective outreach. Embrace the reality of a family-centered gospel!
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Family And Temple As Doctrinal Foundation
- Emily explains Dallin H. Oaks centers Church doctrine on the family and temples as essential to eternal families.
- She frames the temple ordinances as the means to return as eternal families to Heavenly Father.
Bring Many, Not One
- Emily contrasts Survivor's every-person-for-themselves ethos with God's plan to bring as many as possible home.
- She uses Luke 14 to show God's goal is that "my house may be filled," urging broad inclusion.
Raft Dream: Success Is Many On Board
- Emily shares a dream of walking upriver pulling a raft while others boarded, illustrating joy in bringing people along.
- The dream became a metaphor: success is measured by how many you can take with you.