Doctrine & Covenants 2021 - Episodes 11-20

DOCTRINE & COVENANTS

2021 Episodes 11 – 20

EPISODE 20 - Doctrine & Covenants 49-50

Doctrine & Covenants 49-50

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FAVORITES

MAY 10 - MAY 16

Dr. Lili De Hoyos Anderson

“That Which is of God is Light”

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What happens when new members come from different faith backgrounds? Dr. Lili de Hoyos Anderson joins us to discuss how the Lord, through Joseph Smith revealed the truth about eternal marriage, the Second Coming, and other doctrines as the Saints question their previous belief systems. You’ll love Dr. Anderson’s practical marriage advice, learning about Parley P. Pratt’s fiery personality, and gain a little more understanding about the Shakers and their influence on missionary work.

PART 2

We return with Dr. Anderson to discuss whether spiritual manifestations are real, a product of emotion, or even hypocritical. We learn how the Lord is teaching the Saints line by line, as they encounter challenges and growing pains.

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EPISODE 19 - Doctrine & Covenants 46-48

Doctrine & Covenants 46-48

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MAY 3 - MAY 9

Dr. Ronald E. Bartholomew

“See Ye Earnestly the Best Gifts”

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Have you ever felt everything you tried was going wrong? In these sections of the Doctrine and Covenants, the Fantastic Four (Parley, Ziba, Oliver, and Peter) are called on a mission that may have seemed like a failure but was instrumental in creating a worldwide church. Join Hank and John with Dr. Ron Bartholomew as they discuss how the Church is open to all, how God doesn’t have any favorites, and why we all have spiritual gifts (and what they may look like).

PART 2

We return to discuss why spiritual gifts are given to every person, regardless of Church membership. And our valiant heroes (men and women) wonder if shaking, rolling, and other dramatic acts are from God. We discuss how God blesses us to rise to the challenges placed before us, and Dr. Bartholomew shares a powerful testimony of his love of the Gospel and the Lord, even with his Parkinson’s Disease diagnosis.

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EPISODE 18 - Doctrine & Covenants 45

Doctrine & Covenants 45

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APRIL 26 - MAY 2

Dr. Brent L. Top

“The Promises…Shall Be Fulfilled”

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Does opposition lead to more revelation? (Hint: Yes!). The Saints move to the Ohio and experience opposition, false reports, and hardships. Dr. Brent Top discusses how the parallels the opposition the Saints are experiencing parallel the Last Days. Dr. Top reminds listeners that the Saints should rejoice because the Lord’s promises are listed four times more than the desolation prophecies. Join us as we learn why Advocate is John’s favorite title of the Lord.

PART 2

Will the Lord come like a “woman in travail” or a “thief in the night?” Dr. Brent Top continues his discussion of the signs of the times and teaches how the Lord encourages us four times more than warnings. Join John, Hank, and Dr. Top for Part II as they discuss how our relationship to the Lord is what we should focus on and then we will be in a position to recognize when He comes because we will be near Him.

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EPISODE 17 - Doctrine & Covenants 41-44

Doctrine & Covenants 41-44

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APRIL 19 - APRIL 25

Dr. Barbara Gardner

“My Law to Govern My Church”

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Dr. Barbara Gardner, Hank Smith and John Bytheway share tips on teaching through the Spirit and discuss the amazing man Edward Partridge was as the first bishop in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

PART 2

Why did the Lord repeat the Ten Commandments in these Sections? Have we been commanded to keep the Law of Consecration, just as these Saints in Ohio? John and Hank continue with Dr. Gardner to teach about work, love, consecration, grief, humor, temple worship, and testimony. Her testimony is brilliant, vigorous, and persuasive. Learn why Dr. Gardner loves the Lord and His Gospel.

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EPISODE 16 - Doctrine & Covenants 37-40

Doctrine & Covenants 37-40

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APRIL 12 - APRIL 18

Dr. Susan Easton Black

“If Ye Are Not One Ye Are Not Mine”

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Imagine growing up hearing the stories of Emma Hale Smith, Phoebe Carter, the Whitmers, Brigham Young, and Brother Joseph. This week’s guest, Dr. Susan Easton Black, didn’t grow up hearing fairy tales but true stories of bravery, faithfulness, betrayal, and courage. Dr. Black teaches us how the Lord taught His People that Zion and the Church were more than a place they visited on Sundays, how they received the command to “gather to the Ohio,” and how Joseph continued his New Translation of the Bible. Do we sacrifice as willingly for the Lord as our earliest Saints as we study Doctrine and Covenants 37-40?

PART 2

In Part II, John Bytheway asks us if we have ever had the nightmare where we wake up rich. The Saints, as they move to “the Ohio,” are called to be separate, like leaving Babylon, and many Saints leave farms and, more importantly, family members. They build a thriving area for Saints, including a temple, in five short years, and we learn to follow their example in building a “great work.” We also hear Dr. Black’s testimony of the Restoration and the Savior.

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EPISODE 15 - Doctrine & Covenants 30-36

Doctrine & Covenants 30-36

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APRIL 5 - APRIL 11

Dr. Robert L. Millet

“You Are Called to Preach My Gospel”

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Catch the excitement of the early days of missionary work as Dr. Robert Millet visits and reminds us why Oliver Cowdery, Parley P. Pratt, Peter Whitmer, and Ziba Peterson are the original Fantastic Four. Learn how their mission to the Lamanites didn’t go as expected but what the Lord had in mind was much more significant. These early missionaries teach us to get people to the Grove, share from the Book of Mormon, and remember our strength is our diversity.

PART 2

Does missionary work scare you? We can help! In Part II, our Fantastic Four (and others, especially Orson Pratt and Edward Partridge) discover the “field is white and ready to harvest.” Dr. Robert Millet shares how we are 11th Hour Workers and the Lord of the Vineyard is with his Servants and this episode will excite and encourage you to “open your mouth” and share the Good News. Additionally, if you know a Bishop, you’ll want to learn how Edward Partridge is a hero we should celebrate for “wasting and wearing out” his life for the Lord. You will never see missionary work or Bishops the same way again.

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EPISODE 14 - Easter

Easter

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MARCH 29 - APRIL 4

Dr. John Hilton III

“I Am He Who Lieth, I Am He Who Was Slain”

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Do you tend to jump right past the cross when studying Holy Week? Dr. John Hilton III shares why looking at the entirety of Jesus’s last week, including his suffering on the cross, will deepen our understanding and appreciation. This episode will exceed your expectations. Join us!

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We continue to discuss Holy Week and unpack all four Gospels and their accounts. Dr. Hilton shares why Holy Saturday has applications to uplift and enrich our lives, especially in times of trial. Discover why the story of the Road to Emmaus teaches us about expectations, doubt, and faith.

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EPISODE 13 - Doctrine & Covenants 29

Doctrine & Covenants 29

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MARCH 22 - MARCH 28

Dr. Anthony Sweat

“Jesus Christ Will Gather His People”

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Dr. Anthony Sweat returns (due to popular demand) and explains why Section 29 is a favorite section regarding a broad scope of the Lord’s work and vision. Dr. Sweat also gives teachers the idea of a Scriptural and Historical Scavenger Hunt in Section 29. Not all sections are created equal and Section 29 illuminates the Premortal Existence, the Creation, the Fall, the Atonement, the Second Coming of Jesus, the Millenium, and the rationale for building Zion. Jesus intends to gather Israel and He uses Section 29 to teach His people about His elect. On God’s team, you get to choose to be a part–your choices matter and these concepts were revelatory to the Church membership.

PART 2

Dr. Sweat reminds us why we should reconsider if we teach that Lucifer wanted to save everyone. Hank, John, and Dr. Sweat continue to teach how the Lord’s Atonement and His confidence in us can sustain us in the Last Days (which are now!). This episode reminds us we don’t need to fear the Last Days due to the protection of His Spirit, our covenants, and God’s grace. This is an episode that will help every teacher, parent, and member remember why they love their membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and why they love the Savior.

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EPISODE 12 - Doctrine & Covenants 27-28

Doctrine & Covenants 27-28

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MARCH 15 - MARCH 21

Dr. Kerry Muhlestein

“All Things Must Be Done In Order”

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In the Church’s infancy, Joseph receives the Vision of Moses as he begins what he calls the “new translation” of the Bible. Join Dr. Kerry Muhlestein, Hank, and John as we learn what happens when Joseph, Emma, Oliver, or others ask questions. We discover how the early Saints learn about the ordinance of the sacrament (do the emblems matter?), the power of the Abrahamic Covenant and how the Lord has much more in store for the entire human family via covenants via Elijah. Learn about our place in the Kingdom of God, why President Nelson constantly mentions the Gathering of Israel, and what great things the Lord has in store for His people.

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Putting on the armor of God as we fulfill President Nelson’s conviction that the gathering of Israel is the most important thing we can do in these latter days.

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EPISODE 11 - Doctrine & Covenants 23-26

Doctrine & Covenants 23-26

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MARCH 8 - MARCH 14

Dr. Lisa Tait

“Strengthen the Church“

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Discover why Samuel Smith is as stalwart as William Smith is reticent with our guest Dr. Lisa Olsen Tait. Hank, John, and Dr. Tait introduce us to the first three branches of the Church and these early Saints’ efforts to carry their crosses, learn the will of the Lord, and begin to weary and wear out their lives in service. They examine the concept of common consent and the rights of women and voting in the early Church.

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Part II is a deep dive into Emma Hale Smith’s personality, abilities, and role in establishing the early Church. Emma is educated, adept, and gifted. She completes Joseph and enables him to accomplish the Lord’s work. We learn how Emma was consistently supported and encouraged by Lucy Mack Smith, who reminds us that Emma constantly and consistently served those around her. See a new side of Emma Hale Smith with our expert, Dr. Lisa Olsen Tait, as well as reviewing her better-known accomplishments of creating a hymnal, acting as scribe, and lending her abilities to establishing the Church in this dispensation.