BOOK OF MORMON
Episodes and Show Notes Located Below
EPISODE 52 – Christmas
December 23 – December 29
President & Sister Meredith
“He Shall Come into the World to Redeem His People”
Part I
Merry Christmas! Brother and Sister Meredith share their testimonies of Jesus Christ and their experiences sharing the gospel at Brigham Young University-Idaho as they serve as President and First Lady of the university. They explore how the Book of Mormon testifies of Jesus Christ and the gift of His life and Atonement.
Part II
The Merediths continue to share how the birth of Jesus Christ has blessed their lives and continues to be a gift to their family and the BYU-Idaho community.
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EPISODE 51 – Moroni 10
December 16 – December 22
Dr. Anthony Sweat
“Come Unto Christ, and Be Perfected In Him”
Part I
What would be your final message to future generations? Dr. Anthony Sweat explores Moroni’s many exhortations to the Latter-day Saints. He discusses how the Holy Ghost will manifest after inquiring of the Lord with real intent regarding the integrity of the Book of Mormon.
Part II
Dr. Anthony Sweat continues to explore Moroni’s “Curtain Call” and testify about the power inherent in the Book of Mormon to bring people to Christ and the Father through the temple and temple covenants.
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EPISODE 50 – Moroni 7-9
December 9 – December 15
Dr. Mark Ogletree
“May Christ Lift Thee Up”
Part I
What would a father’s final words to his son be? Dr. Mark Ogletree examines how having faith in Jesus Christ is greater than any problems and how to become a “peaceable follower of Christ.”
Part II
Dr. Ogletree continues to explore how to measure conversion, the love of Christ, and the Book of Mormon’s powerful testimony of Jesus Christ.
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EPISODE 49 – Moroni 1-6
December 2 – December 8
Dr. Shalise Adams
“To Keep Them in The Right Way”
Part I
What did Moroni say to prevent our destruction? Dr. Shalise Adams explores the themes in Moroni’s final message to the latter-day Saints regarding hearing God’s word, the sacrament’s power, and joy amidst loneliness.
Part II
Dr. Shalise Adams continues to explore Moroni’s final treatise on the saving power of Jesus Christ.
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EPISODE 48 – Ether 12-15
November 25 – December 1
Dr. Doug Benson
“By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled”
Part I
How can our emotions be both a strength and a weakness? Join Dr. Doug Benson as he explores the concept of weakness, self-improvement and empowerment through Jesus Christ, and how Moroni lays out a pattern for the Saints to become like Jesus Christ.
Part II
Dr. Doug Benson continues to explore Moroni’s treatise on charity and the warning signs for our days regarding anger, pride, and contempt.
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EPISODE 47 – Ether 6-11
November 18 – November 24
Dr. B.J. Allen
“I Will Bring You Up Again Out of the Depths”
Part I
What lessons are we to learn from the Jaredite journey? Dr. B.J. Allen examines the challenges the Jaredites face as they travel to the Promised Land and explores the compensatory nature of the Atonement of Jesus.
Part II
Dr. BJ Allen continues to analyze the role of prophets in a civilization’s stability and the power of faith, hope, and charity amidst trials.
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EPISODE 46 – Ether 1-5
November 11 – November 17
Dr. Krystal Pierce & Dr. George Pierce
“Rend That Veil of Disbelief”
Part I
How does the Jaredite journey parallel ours? Dr. Krystal Pierce and Dr. George Pierce explore the Jaredites’ experience at the Tower of Babel and the Mesopotamian and Egyptian Symbology as the Jaredites learn to call upon the Lord.
Part II
Dr. Krystal Pierce and Dr. George Pierce continue to examine the Jaredite’s journey to the Promised Land, the Promised Land Covenant, and God’s relentless pursuit of each of His children.
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EPISODE 45 – Mormon 7-9
November 4 – November 10
Dr. Sheldon MArtin
“I Speak to You As if Ye Were Present”
Part I
Join Dr. Sheldon Martin as he examines how Moroni found peace and hope through the gospel of Jesus Christ, which is found in the Book of Mormon. This record would be essential to bringing Christ to the world in the latter days.
Part II
Dr. Sheldon Martin continues to explore how Jesus Christ is a god of miracles and the Book of Mormon is a gift to us today.
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EPISODE 44 – Mormon 1-6
October 28 – November 3
Dr. Larry Nelson
“I Would That I Could Persuade All…to Repent”
Part I
Join Dr. Larry Nelson as he uncovers the timeless insights of Mormon. Explore how environments, DNA, and personal choices shape our attitudes and faithfulness today. Discover what Mormon’s writings reveal about our modern-day challenges and triumphs as Latter-day Saints. Don’t miss this eye-opening journey into faith that connects the past with the present!
Part II
Dr. Larry Nelson continues to teach through Moroni and Mormon how to shun violence and discouragement in violent and uncertain times through covenants and our relationship with Jesus Christ.
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EPISODE 43 – 3 Nephi 27 – 4 Nephi
October 21 – October 27
Dr. Rebecca Clarke
“There Could Not Be a Happier People”
Part I
How does a connection with God create a happy society? Join Dr. Rebecca Clarke as she explores the Savior’s visit to the Americas and the impact of that visit on the people and His invitation to live the gospel, connect with the Lord, and love each other to become the happiest people on earth.
Part II
Dr. Rebecca Clarke continues to elucidate the Savior’s visit to the Americas and what creates a community of the happiest, covenant-keeping people in the world.
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EPISODE 42 – 3 Nephi 20 – 26
October 14 – October 20
Dr. Ross Baron
“Ye Are the Children Of The Covenant”
Part I
Do you remember what Jesus taught on His second day in the Americas? Dr. Ross Baron illuminates the teachings, including Jesus’s Gathering of Israel and God’s love for all His children.
Part II
Dr. Ross Baron elucidates the profound lessons of Jesus’s continued visit to the Americas and explores the attitudes to avoid regarding tithing, the Lord’s love of children, and the testimony of Jesus Christ in the Book of Mormon.
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EPISODE 41 – 3 Nephi 17 – 19
October 7 – October 13
Dr. Matt Townsend
“Behold, My Joy is Full”
Part I
How do we find joy? Dr. Matt Townsend delves into one of the most significant examples of the Savior’s ministry and expounds upon the source of joy and the power of Jesus Christ’s healing and how that applies today.
Part II
Dr. Matt Townsend continues to examine the Savior’s visit to the Americas and His example to minister one-by-one and the power of rituals for both communities and individuals.
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The Follow Him Podcast with Hank Smith and John Bytheway is not affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints nor Brigham Young University. The opinions expressed on episodes represent the views of the guest and podcasters alone. While the ideas presented may vary from traditional understandings or teachings, they in no way reflect criticism of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day leaders, policies, or practices.