
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

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Feb 21, 2024 • 39min
Ep 255 | 2 Nephi 11-19, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 26-March 3)
Explore the complexities of Isaiah's prophecies, symbolizing personal experiences. Discover the cleansing power of atonement and the call to spread the gospel. Uncover messages of hope and redemption in Isaiah's writings, emphasizing faith in Christ for a future of peace and glory.

Feb 14, 2024 • 58min
Ep 254 | 2 Nephi 6-10, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 19-25)
The podcast discusses Jacob's visions of the future struggles between righteous and wicked, the return of Jews to Jerusalem, and the rejection of Jesus. Isaiah's prophecies, comforting messages to Zion, and the conquering of chaos by Jesus are explored. Personal stories of overcoming grief, the association of woes with the 10 Commandments, and the revelation that the Holy One of Israel is Jesus are shared.

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Feb 7, 2024 • 32min
Ep 253 | 2 Nephi 3-5, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 12-18)
Joseph Smith, Lehi, and Nephi are the guests in this podcast. They discuss topics like Joseph Smith's prophesied role, the Lord's mercy to those not taught correct principles, Nephi's appreciation for God's goodness, and different interpretations of the cursing in 2 Nephi 5:21.

Jan 31, 2024 • 35min
Ep 252 | 2 Nephi 1-2, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 5-11)
→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=FGdas62wspQ → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2023/12/2-nephi-1-2-podcast-ep-252-show-notes/t → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(03:45) The book of 2 Nephi contains the writings of four prophets who have seen Jesus.(07:02) Lehi exhorts Laman and Lemuel to awake and rise from the dust and to choose righteousness.(19:35)
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Jan 24, 2024 • 1h 3min
Ep 251 | 1 Nephi 16-22, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 29-Feb 4)
Topics include Nephi's positive attitude and problem-solving skills, the significance of the accoutrements of kingship, Nephi's journey to build a boat, the parallels between Israelite and Nephite symbols of kingship, the contrasting attitudes of Nephi and Laman, the concluding verses of the Isaiah sections, and the belief in God's existence and seeking personal revelation.

Jan 17, 2024 • 44min
Ep 250 | 1 Nephi 11-15, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 22-28)
→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=sVto7kh6SN4 → Detailed Show Notes: https://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2024/01/1-nephi-11-15-podcast-ep-250-show-notes/ Nephi saw the same vision as John. Learn more in our series on The Book of Revelation:https://www.youtube.com/playlist?embed=no&list=PLgXif-dHAI41XIxpKuCiU6QsSU1a-dm-E → Time Stamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(04:49) Nephi sees in vision the birth of Jesus, the Savior of the World.
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Jan 10, 2024 • 48min
Ep 249 | 1 Nephi 6-10, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 15-21)
The podcast discusses the symbolism in Lehi's vision of the Tree of Life, focusing on elements such as the building, mist, and rod of iron. It emphasizes the power of scriptures in avoiding deception and the importance of seeking validation in the right places. The speakers also explore temple symbolism, including the representation of God's love and the association of the tree with the king and heavenly mother. They delve into the multiple interpretations of the vision, highlighting its message of coming into the family of God.

Jan 3, 2024 • 43min
Ep 248 | 1 Nephi 1-5, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 8-14)
The podcast discusses topics such as the Jewish apostasy, the importance of responding to trials, the role of prophets, the Egyptian and Semitic roots in American languages, different methods of studying the Book of Mormon, symbolism in chapter one, the historical context of the Book of Deuteronomy, and the influence of family and afflictions on Nephi's life.

Dec 27, 2023 • 45min
Ep 247 | Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 1-7)
This podcast discusses the introductory pages of the Book of Mormon, including the method of translation and unique doctrines. It also explores the testimonies of the three witnesses, the credibility of the book, and its transformative power.

Dec 20, 2023 • 46min
Ep 246 | Mike on the Overall Structure of the Book of Mormon, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 1-7)
→ Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?embed=no&v=I1AwrDddk24 → Detailed Show Notes: http://www.ldsscriptureteachings.org/2019/12/31/a-brief-explanation-about-the-book-of-mormon/ → Mike covers The Mosiah-First Translation in more detail in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch? embed=no&v=q8yyTYUSY04 → Timestamps:(00:00) Who was Mormon and why is this book named after him? Scripture is a combination of both heavenly and mortal work.(08:26) The background and
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