Dr. Henry ''Hank'' Smith
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John Bytheway
Doctrine & Covenants 46 – 48
May 12 – May 18
Prof. Danny Ricks
“Seek Ye Earnestly The Best Gifts”
Part I
How do we seek “the best gifts?” Professor Danny Ricks explores the Saints early days in Kirtland, the nature of spiritual gifts, and the importance of welcoming all to the Restored Church.
Part II
Professor Danny Ricks continues to discuss spiritual gifts, record keeping, and warns against criticism.
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Next week is Doctrine & Covenants 49-50
May 19 – May 25
Dr. Aaron Franklin
“That Which is of God is Light”
Part I
Why does the Lord speak about light? Dr. Aaron Franklin explores how the early Saints learn to navigate new spiritual experiences through an analysis of the nature of light, truth, and revelation.
Part II
Dr. Aaron Franklin explains how observation, reason and faith facilitate revelation and enables the Holy Ghost as a constant companion.
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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 study fresh, faithful, and fun–no matter your age–then join us every Sunday. followHIM is produced by Shannon Sorensen and sponsored by David & Verla Sorensen.
Meet The Hosts
Dr. Henry “Hank” Smith
Dr. Hank grew up surrounded by red cliffs in St. George, Utah. He earned a Master’s Degree from Utah State University and a PhD from BYU where he now works as an Assistant Professor. In addition to his work in consulting companies and school districts, Dr. Hank speaks for school assemblies around the country. Dr. Hank has also authored many books and talks on CDs and digital media with Covenant Communications. Dr. Hank and his wife, Sara, currently live in Mapleton, Utah where they love to hike and camp. Dr. Hank says that, “Sara is a miracle, she knows everything about me and still loves me.” They have 5 incredibly adorable children who got their looks from their mother. Hank enjoys the Utah Jazz. No, he REALLY enjoys the Utah Jazz. He also runs marathons and enjoys eating out, which is why he runs marathons.
John Bytheway
John Bytheway was born and raised in Salt Lake City, and he served his mission in the Philippines. Following his mission, he attended the University of Utah and later graduated from BYU with a bachelor’s degree. He was awarded a master’s degree from BYU in Religious Education. John has taught the Book of Mormon at Brigham Young University and the BYU Salt Lake Center since 1996. . He is the author of more than two dozen books and CDs, many of which, he says, are effective non-prescription sleep-aids. John and his wife, Kim, have six children and a completely full SUV, which doubles in value when it’s full of gasoline.
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The followHIM Podcast with Hank Smith and John Bytheway 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.