
Talking Scripture
Tips to help you understand and find relevance in scripture. Mike Day and Bryce Dunford are members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who love to teach the scriptures. They explain and illustrate relevance in the text and discuss ideas for understanding and applying Come Follow Me and beyond.
Latest episodes

Oct 11, 2023 • 1h 5min
Ep 224.1 | 1 and 2 Thessalonians, Come Follow Me 2023 (October 16-22)
The podcast covers various topics including teaching the Gospel, the Second Coming, attributes of true ministers, faith in unfulfilled prophecies, and the importance of perseverance in challenges.

Oct 5, 2023 • 41sec
Ep 223.2 VIDEO | Philippians; Colossians, Come Follow Me 2023 (October 9-15)
→ Ep 223.2 VIDEO: https://youtu.be/hxX7pZM7c8g → Mike and Bryce have also recorded a more detailed podcast covering the same scripture block in Ep 223.1 PODCAST. You can find it here: youtube/K6FvySiRPME → Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/07/philippians-colossians-ep-223-quotes-and-notes/ → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Google Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook
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Oct 4, 2023 • 1h 12min
Ep 223.1 | Philippians; Colossians, Come Follow Me 2023 (October 9-15)
Bryce Dunford, Institute teacher, discusses the blessings of Paul's unplanned journey to Philippi, the importance of unity among Christians, and the teachings of Paul in Philippians and Colossians. The concept of becoming like God is explored, as well as the excellence of the Savior. Paul warns against being deceived by traditions of men and emphasizes the significance of Jesus as light, life, and law.

Sep 27, 2023 • 1h 12min
Ep 222 | Ephesians, Come Follow Me 2023 (October 2-8)
Brief overview of Paul's letter to the Ephesians; Understanding the term 'predestined' as 'foreordained'; The Holy Spirit as a sign of being on the right path; Salvation through grace and faith; Eliminating the feeling of being strangers; Schisms and divisions in early Christianity; The role of apostles and prophets; Strengthening families through love; Putting on the whole armor of God.

Sep 20, 2023 • 1h 8min
Ep 221 | Galatians, Come Follow Me 2023 (September 25-October 1)
→ Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/07/galatians-ep-221-quotes-and-notes/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Timestamps: 00:26 – A brief overview of these chapters. 12:36 – Judaizers are instructing the Galatians to follow the law of Moses, which Paul taught is
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Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 3min
Ep 220 | 2 Corinthians 8-13, Come Follow Me 2023 (September 18-24)
Paul encourages the Saints in Corinth to donate to the poor in Jerusalem. The interpretation of Eve's portrayal in 2 Cor. 11.3 provides a clearer understanding of her role. Paul takes pride in his tribulations. Dispute in Corinth over donations to the impoverished. Paul counsels self-examination and dedication to following the Savior. Topics include motivation techniques, love of God and man, suffering and expectations, similarities between Samuel the Lamanite and Paul, and finding balance and humility in faith and money.

Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 7min
Ep 219 | 2 Corinthians 1-7, Come Follow Me 2023 (September 11-17)
The podcast delves into the challenging text of 2 Corinthians 1-7, discussing themes of suffering, affliction, and comfort. They explore the idea of being marked as Christ and the power of godly sorrow leading to repentance. They also discuss Paul's defense of his ministry and the gospel of God, emphasizing forgiveness and reconciliation. The hosts highlight the importance of living a life that exemplifies Christ's teachings and the symbolism of sacred vestments. They analyze the concept of reconciliation through Jesus and believers as ambassadors for Christ. The chapter explores the stark differences between heaven and hell, focusing on the triumph of good over evil. Additionally, they discuss receiving apostolic witnesses and godly sorrow leading to repentance.

Aug 30, 2023 • 1h 17min
Ep 218 | 1 Corinthians 14-16, Come Follow Me 2023 (September 4-10)
The podcast discusses various topics including the gift of tongues, the hierarchical structure of the church, women keeping silent in the church, baptism for the dead, the resurrection of Christ, the significance of charity, the distinction between emotional and spiritual experiences in religion, hierarchy and women's voices in the church, witnesses of the resurrection, resurrection and restoration after death, the significance of Jesus' resurrection, practical instructions for Christian living, and understanding the differences between epistles and the hope of resurrection.

Aug 23, 2023 • 1h 17min
Ep 217 | 1 Corinthians 8-13, Come Follow Me 2023 (August 28-September 3)
Topics discussed in this podcast include the issue of eating meat sacrificed to idols, Paul's sacrifice for the gospel, the importance of partaking in the sacrament, addressing divisions and heresies in the church, and seeking and developing spiritual gifts.

Aug 16, 2023 • 1h 7min
Ep 216 | 1 Corinthians 1-7, Come Follow Me 2023 (August 21-27)
Topics discussed in this podcast include the intellectual pursuits of Corinth, divisions among the people, the perception of Christianity as foolishness, balancing intellect and spirituality, the concept of milk before meat, building our lives as the temple of God, repackaging ideas from philosophers, caution in relationships, church discipline, and resolving disputes within the community.