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Hank Smith & John Bytheway
Do you ever feel that preparing for your weekly Come, Follow Me lesson falls short? Join hosts Hank Smith and John Bytheway as they interview experts to make your study for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Come, Follow Me course not only enjoyable but original and educational. If you are looking for resources to make your LDS study fresh, faithful, and fun--no matter your age--then join us every Wednesday morning. Show notes: https://followhim.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Instagram: Instagram.com/followhimpodcast Facebook: Facebook.com/followhimpodcastThe followHIM Podcast is not affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The opinions expressed on episodes represent the views of the guest and podcasters alone.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 40min
Alma 5-7 Part 2 • Dr. Frantz Belot • June 10 - 16 • Come, Follow Me
Dr. Frantz Belot explores Alma's sermon on the Atonement, emphasizing Jesus' awareness of each Saint. Topics include corporate fasting, personal missionary stories, embracing the Abrahamic Covenant, and reflections on Jesus' individual connection with each person.

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Jun 5, 2024 • 1h 1min
Alma 5-7 Part 1 • Dr. Frantz Belot • June 10 - 16 • Come, Follow Me
Dr. Frantz Belot discusses allowing the Lord's Atonement to work in our lives through exploring Alma's sermon. Topics include corporate fasting, personal missionary stories, understanding the Atonement, the Abrahamic Covenant, and Dr. Belot's testimony about Jesus Christ.

May 30, 2024 • 5min
That Church Ruined My Childhood • followHIM Favorites • June 3-June 9 • Come Follow Me
The podcast discusses if our actions in the Church of Jesus Christ are a stumbling block or a stepping stone for others. It highlights a story by President Hinckley on kindness leading to spiritual transformation.

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May 29, 2024 • 57min
Mosiah 29 - Alma 4 Part 2 • Dr. Nate Williams • June 3 - June 9 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Nate Williams explores breaking the Pride Cycle and anti-Christian rhetoric in the Book of Mormon. Topics include iniquity and inequality, the importance of temple commitments, unity, and spiritual growth inspired by Jesus. The discussion also touches on gratitude towards Dr. Williams, with acknowledgments to the team and details on upcoming content.

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May 29, 2024 • 58min
Mosiah 29 - Alma 4 Part 1 • Dr. Nate Williams • June 3 - June 9 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Nate Williams discusses the voice of Jesus Christ through His servants in the Book of Mormon. Topics include divine priorities, testimony of the Book of Mormon, power of prayer, governmental changes, and deliverance stories. Emphasis on accountability, consequences of popular morality, transition to judges, redemption, anti-Christ behaviors, and dangers of false doctrines.

May 23, 2024 • 6min
Can You Un-Dragon a Dragon? • followHIM Favorites • May 27-June 3 • Come Follow Me
A powerful story of transformation and redemption is shared, drawing parallels between Eustis and Alma the Younger. Themes of humility, repentance, and redemption are explored through Eustis' journey from a selfish dragon to a human. The chapter reflects on spiritual transformation, redemption, and embarking on a metamorphosis similar to C.S. Lewis's narrative.

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May 22, 2024 • 39min
Mosiah 25-28 Part 2 • Dr. Jenet Erickson • May 27-June 2 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Jenet Erickson discusses the political theology of the Book of Mormon, Alma as a wicked man, the Lord's protection of His Church, the importance of remembering, conversion and deliverance, missionaries and parental faith, motives, and the redeeming power of God. Faith in the Book of Mormon and confidence in its teachings are highlighted throughout the podcast.

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May 22, 2024 • 1h 6min
Mosiah 25-28 Part 1 • Dr. Jenet Erickson • May 27-June 2 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Jenet Erickson discusses how to build God's kingdom by exploring Alma's leadership, blessings of family life, and the power of conversion through covenants and the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Topics include the importance of history, the role of the Church independent of the State, and the impact of religion on society.

May 16, 2024 • 6min
Wright Place, Wright Time • followHIM Favorites • May 20-26 • Come Follow Me
Explore the trials of Alma's people and the Wright brothers' perseverance. Learn how faith and determination lead to success in facing adversity. Discover the historic flight that revolutionized aviation history, highlighting the power of innovation and resilience.

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May 15, 2024 • 50min
Mosiah 18-24 Part 2 • Dr. Melissa Inouye • May 20-26 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Melissa Inouye discusses accepting the difficult path and shouldering burdens. Topics include religious freedom in Kenya, family loyalty, humility, and accepting hard things. Stories of adversity, divine intervention, and unity in challenging circumstances are explored. Personal anecdotes highlight resilience, patience, and finding peace in difficult situations.