Dr. Casey Griffiths and Dr. Scott Woodward discuss the Introduction of the Book of Mormon, the witnesses to the golden plates, and the promises made through studying this miraculous book. They emphasize the three-fold purpose of the Book of Mormon and the focus on Jesus Christ. The speakers share fascinating testimonies of the eleven men and one woman who witnessed the plates, including Martin Harris and David Whitmer. The significance of the title page and Moroni's insecurities about his writing are also explored.

Why was Saul so unlikely to convert to Christianity? Dr. Casey Griffiths examines the conversion of Saul, the power of the Holy Ghost, and the martyrdom of Stephen.00:00 Part 1–Dr. Casey Griffiths01:37 Introduction of Dr. Casey Griffiths03:09 Calling of the seven men05:33 Stephen and Philip influence Paul’s conversion07:08 Stephen’s recap of the Hebrew Bible10:55 Stephen is charged with blasphemy13:21 Uncircumcised of heart17:54 They rejected Jesus and resist the Holy Ghost19:49 Stephen full of the Holy Ghost and a scriptorian21:05 Stephen uses inflammatory language23:05 Saul is holding coats at the martyrdom of Stephen24:21 Right hand of God, figurative or literal? 25:38 Was Stephen a successful missionary?31:02 Parallel to Alma in Ammonihah 32:51 Philip is introduced and Saul needs a call 35:31 Jews are spread out over the Mediterranean36:54 Philip is performing miracles38:31 Simon is converted by the Holy Ghost40:26 Bad acts driven by good motives44:08 The eunuch from Ethiopia49:09 Story of Godelia and Guillermo55:17 The gospel going beyond Judea and Samaria59:56  End of Part 1–Dr. Casey GriffithsPlease rate and review the podcast.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannelThanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com/products/let-zion-in-her-beauty-rise-piano

Dr. Casey Griffiths and Dr. Scott Woodward continue exploring the importance of studying the Book of Mormon. They discuss the testimony of the eight witnesses, the miraculous origins of the translation, and the challenges faced by Joseph Smith. They emphasize the authenticity of the Book of Mormon and its transformative power, encouraging listeners to read and apply its teachings.