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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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Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 8min
Mosiah 4-6 Part 1 • Dr. Aaron Schade • April 29 - May 5 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Aaron Schade discusses the importance of recording God's words, their power to transform people, and the cleansing effect of the Atonement. They explore passages from Mosiah and discuss inclusivity, peace, faith, and the impact of King Benjamin's speech on fostering self-reflection and divine connection.
Apr 19, 2024 • 4min
An Anti-Acne Angel • followHIM Favorites • April 22 - April 28 • Come Follow Me
Guest John Bytheway shares a personal story of answered prayer through the service of another. The podcast explores the power of service and friendship in overcoming challenges, using an anecdote of dealing with acne in the Philippines with the help of Sister Stromeyer.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 53min
Mosiah 1-3 Part 2 • Dr. Jennifer Platt • April 22 - April 28 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Jennifer Platt discusses Mosiah 2-3, covenants, casting off the natural man, and the importance of relationships with God. Topics include rebellion, commandments, happiness, Benjamin as a type of Christ, blood symbolism, and embracing Jesus's sacrifice through covenant for transformative change.
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Apr 17, 2024 • 1h 5min
Mosiah 1-3 Part 1 • Dr. Jennifer Platt • April 22 - April 28 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Jennifer Platt discusses living covenants, Christian responsibilities, and gratitude in Mosiah. Topics include King Benjamin, discipleship, parenting, scripture study, and divine roles in the Book of Mormon. Insights on becoming a genuine disciple and serving God with love and gratitude.
Apr 11, 2024 • 4min
I Ain't Lyin', Let's Be Zion • followHIM Favorites • Apr 15 to Apr 21 • Come Follow Me
The podcast discusses the courage of a young girl strengthening a struggling youth group. They explore the evolution of Enos's prayers and how unity and friendship flourished through a simple act of humility at a youth conference.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 52min
Enos-Words of Mormon Part 2 • Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat • April 15 - April 21 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat discusses the Lord's mercy and His plan for His children. Topics include the pattern in the Book of Mormon, Joseph Smith faithfully following the Lord, the religious atmosphere of Joseph's day, and why the Lord didn't stop Joseph. Trust in the Lord, divine forgiveness amidst adversity, and the power of following inner guidance are also explored.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 6min
Enos-Words of Mormon Part 1 • Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat • April 15 - April 21 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat delves into feeding spiritual hunger, unshaken faith in Jesus Christ, and embracing being likened to sheep. Topics include Enos as a parent, gospel bringing peace, parallel of Enos's story to Lehi's dream, Enos's sequence of prayer, unshaken faith in Christ, and importance of forgiveness.
Apr 4, 2024 • 6min
A Peek Inside Your Opponent's Playbook • followHIM Favorites • Apr 8 to Apr 14 • Come Follow Me
Explore how characters in the Book of Mormon unknowingly expose the adversary's playbook, drawing parallels to football insights. Learn strategies to protect faith while discussing a nostalgic high school football story that highlights camaraderie.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 45min
Jacob 5-7 Part 2 • Dr. Matthew L. Bowen • April 8 - April 14 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Matthew L. Bowen delves into Jacob's warning against denying Jesus Christ, reflecting on Sherem's narrative and the fleeting nature of life. Topics include God's power to save the unsavable, the call for help in times of need, and the ultimate message of salvation. The discussion also explores temple allusions, the confrontation with Sherem, and the importance of remaining unshaken in faith.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 1h 7min
Jacob 5-7 Part 1 • Dr. Matthew L. Bowen • April 8 - April 14 • Come Follow Me
Dr. Matthew L. Bowen discusses the role of Jesus Christ in gathering Israel, the symbolism of the olive trees, and the allegory in Jacob 5. They explore themes of atonement, decay, restoration, and aligning with God's perspective. The podcast delves into Isaiah's verses, pruning for growth, and the inclusion of Gentiles in the biblical narrative.
