Morgan Pearson, a former writer for Deseret News and host of All In, delves into the life of Emma Smith and her pivotal role in the early Church. They discuss how Emma's story illuminates themes of empowerment and redemption. Pearson emphasizes Emma's designation as an 'elect lady' and her contributions to scripture. The conversation reveals the importance of grace in understanding Emma's challenges and triumphs, as well as the deep bond between Joseph and Emma through their letters during difficult times.
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Emma's Redemption
Emma Smith's story, like many others, is one of redemption.
As we redeem her in our history, we also redeem ourselves and our shortcomings.
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A Prayer at the Western Wall
Morgan Pearson shares how a prayer from Emily Belle Freeman at the Western Wall led to her daughter being named Emma.
This personal connection deepened her study of Doctrine and Covenants Section 25.
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Section 25's Power for Women
Section 25 is powerful for women because it contains direct instructions from the Lord.
President Nelson encouraged women to study this section to draw the Savior's power into their lives.
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How can we live up to our privileges? Sister Morgan Pearson explores the Lord’s words to Emma Smith. She instructs her to expound on scripture and how Joseph and Emma’s relationship is a blessing to them and an example to modern-day Saints.
02:14 Come, Follow Me Manual and President Freeman’s talk
06:11 Redemption of Emma Smith
09:30 Emma’s great loses
12:25 Morgan Pearson’s bio
16:03 Asking good questions
19:04 A healthier approach to Emma
24:11 Section 23 and 24 include Emma
27:26 D&C 24:8: Be patient in afflictions
29:56 Living Up to Your Privileges by President Emily Freeman
33:06 The Lord addresses Emma by name
37:11 Answered prayers and disappointments
43:28 Emma’s witness of the plates
44:22 An elect lady and Emma called to expound scripture
48:39 Catching the spirit of Relief Society
51:43 Called to be a comfort to Joseph
54:52 Letters from Emma
57:33 Joseph’s letter from Carthage to Emma
01:01:47 President Freeman and living without regret
01:04:22 End of Part 1 - Sister Morgan Pearson
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