Alma 13-16 Part 1 • Eva Witesman • June 24 - 30 • Come Follow Me
Jun 19, 2024
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Dr. Eva Witesman discusses God's power vs. man's control, foreordination, Melchizedek, Alma and Amulek in Liberty Jail, Zeezrom's guilt, and President Johnson's call to empower women for peace.
God's power and peace offer safety for all people in the kingdom of God.
Melchizedek's order contrasts with Nihor's doctrine, emphasizing eternal priesthood and divine plan.
Empowering women globally is crucial for fostering peace and combating violence in societies.
Deep dives
Alma's Controversial Preaching and the Spiritual Awakening in Zarahemla
Alma's reactivation tour through various cities confronts unique challenges. Alma's preaching in Zarahemla sparks a spiritual awakening, urging introspection through a spiritual checklist, prophecy about Christ, and repentance.
Insights into the Temple, Priesthood, and Repentance in Chapters 13-15
Chapters 13-15 delve into deep themes of the temple, priesthood, and repentance. The exposition on God's power and salvation's plan parallels the temple rituals. Melchizedek's order is contrasted with Nihor's doctrine, emphasizing the eternal nature of priesthood and the divine plan.
Women's Roles, Challenges, and Power in Times of Conflict
The podcast delves into women's roles and challenges during times of conflict. Violence against women and children portrayed in the scriptures reflects real-world atrocities. The dialogue expands to empowering women globally to foster peace and combat violence in societies.
Cultural Effects of Violence Against Women and Path to Peace
The narrative of violence against women in the scriptures reflects real-world cultural issues. Addressing women's safety and empowerment is crucial for societal peace. The discussion highlights the importance of fostering a culture of peace, agency, and shared power.
Personal Reflections on Women's Safety and Power in Society
The summary showcases personal reflections on women's safety, power, and experiences in society. The dialogue addresses women's vulnerabilities, fears, and calls for cultural change to ensure safety, empowerment, and peace in communities.
Dr. Eva Witesman continues examining the differences between God’s power and peace versus man’s attempt at terror and control and how the kingdom of God provides safety for all people.
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10:31 Foreordination and Dr. Witesman shares a personal experience
18:13 Alma 13:13-Chiasmus
25:58 Wrestling with difficult ideas
29:02 Mechizedek and the power of God
33:02 Melchizedek vs. Nehor
35:12 Alma 13:7 - Eternal power
38:55 Alma 13:28 - Compare D&C 121
42:04 Alma and Amulek and Liberty Jail
43:04 Alma 14 - Exposition on ordinances and repentance
46:01 Alma 14:6-13 - Zeezrom’s guilt and teaching to all
47:11 Alma 14:8 - An important moment
50:45 President Johnson on sisterhood of peacemakers
54:52 Women in the scriptures and violence against women
58:30 The gospel teaches humility and peace
1:00:29 The experiences of women and violence
1:04:15 End of Part 1 - Dr. Eva Witesman
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