Joshua Matson

How does being called to be a Saint change your thoughts and behaviors? Dr. Joshua Matson examines how Jewish Christians and non-Jewish Christians learn to become one people in Jesus and explores grace, works, and mercy.00:00 Part 1–Dr. Joshua Matson01:40 Introduction of Dr. Joshua Matson04:40 Background to today’s lesson06:45 Emphasizing the good08:01 Mapping Paul’s journey and what’s next10:42 Paul carrying contributions for years12:30 Marriage analogy14:14 The gospel spreads quickly16:30 Paul gives two introductions and reasons for writing17:18 First introduction and call to be Chrisitlike 19:14 Grace and loving kindness21:46 Salutations and thanksgiving22:18 What to do with these teachings22:57 Romans 7 and Jewish law27:34 Romans 7:8 and love31:00 The law of Moses32:32 What should worship look like?35:15 Jesus elevates our focus37:04 The Book of Mormon and the law of Moses38:33 Paul mentions something personal41:13 Who will be redeemed from physical and spiritual death?45:06 Paul before and after Jesus47:08 Where to locate additional Joseph Smith Translation (JST)49:18 Writing is a difficult medium50:01 The Spirit empowers our lives53:31 Sister Nelson on love and marriage56:09 The Spirit’s direction59:17 Being spiritually minded1:02:08 Christian’s true identity1:06:02 End of Part 1–Dr. Joshua MatsonPlease rate and review the podcast!Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.coYouTube: https://youtu.be/R1eqqsj-iekFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYThanks to the follow HIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, 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 DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill 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

Dr. Matson continues to explore themes of redemption, sin, the law, and the power of the Holy Ghost in the second half of the Letter to the Romans.00:00 Part II–Dr. Joshua Matson00:07 Romans 8 and being joint heirs with Christ03:14 The Atonement, glory,  and suffering05:22 Adopted by Jesus and being covenant Israel08:10 Zealously follow Christ09:51 Paul quotes Moses10:28 Dr. Matson shares a personal story about an small ward12:26 If we believe, we won’t be ashamed of the gospel14:43 Paul quotes Psalms 1816:13 What prophecies in scripture do you want to help to fulfill?18:31 God has a vineyard20:14 Being cut off vs broken off23:17 Paul and Jacob parallels25:41 Romans 5-11 Paul teaches doctrine28:40 Romans 12 features commandments30:01 Proverbs and kindness32:19 Doctrine, teaching, and changing behavior35:50 Overcome evil with good36:04 Saints, governmental authority, and loving your neighbor41:58 Paul gives a gospel pep talk44:01 Marion D. Hanks addresses Romans 12-1546:40 Supporting those weak in faith49:17 Nora’s Christmas Gift52:34 President Nelson’s “Peacemakers Wanted”55:31 Dr. Matson shares a personal story58:48 Five titles of God1:00:19 Gentiles and Jews are inextricably linked1:02:38 Phoebe and women as deaconesses1:07:13 End of Part II–Dr. Josh MatsonPlease rate and review the podcast!Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.coYouTube: https://youtu.be/R1eqqsj-iekFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYThanks to the follow HIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, 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 DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill 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