Talking Scripture

The podcast explores the doctrine of Christ, emphasizing the gift of salvation and the importance of baptism. It discusses how receiving the Holy Ghost sanctifies us and angels help us on the Covenant Path. The promise of eternal life is given to those who press forward with hope and love for God and others.

Topics include Nephi's advice for latter-day audience, false beliefs in society, balance in understanding truth, the philosophy of 'eat, drink and be merry,' the Adversary's tactics, caution against rejecting the Book of Mormon, and the importance of ongoing revelations.

The podcast delves into Hezekiah's courage against Assyrians, Isaiah's prophecies of Jesse's lineage, and Lucifer's condemnation. It emphasizes staying faithful in captivity, understanding Babylon's power, and finding relevance in Isaiah's words. Nephi's predictions about Israel's gathering and Christ's significance are also explored.

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.

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.

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.

→ 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) Redemption comes through the Holy Messiah. The Fall brought about opposition and happiness. We are free to choose liberty and eternal life through the great Mediator.(30:47) The very name of God invites us to be people who act and are not acted upon. “I am that I am” can be read as “I will be what I will be.” → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 252 | 2 Nephi 1-2, Come Follow Me 2024 (Feb 5-11) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

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.

→ 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. Jesus’ condescension is evidence that God loves us.(13:21 Nephi sees in vision the coming of Jesus Christ among the Nephites.(24:41) Nephi sees in vision the Gentiles and the coming Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. → Bryce Dunford’s Institute classes are now available on podcast apps. Sign up here: http://brotherdunford.org/ → Enroll in Institute: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/si/institute?lang=eng → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 250 | 1 Nephi 11-15, Come Follow Me 2024 (Jan 22-28) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

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.