Moses, Abraham, Genesis
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February 7 – February 13 | Episode 7
Genesis 12-17, Abraham 1-2
“To Be a Greater Follower of Righteousness”
Part I
How is a covenant not like a contract? Dr. Jennifer Lane instructs how covenants are familial arrangements about family and belonging. We discuss what it means in the ancient Near East to be a kinsman-redeemer, how covenants create familial bonds, and how the need for redemption applies to us today.
Part II
Dr. Jennifer Lane continues and relates how covenants with the Lord bless the entire human family through sacrifice. We also discuss “cutting a covenant,” the essential nature of the temple, and how our Kinsman-Redeemer will consecrate every loss for our benefit.
January 31 – February 6 | Episode 6
Genesis 6-11, Moses 8
“Noah Found Grace in the Eyes of the Lord“
Part I
Can we bend God’s will toward our own? Dr. Krystal Pierce shares her expertise about postdiluvian culture and shares insights into the archeology of ziggurat temples, the tower of Babel, the Flood, and the sociality and calling of Noah.
Part II
Dr. Krystal Pierce returns, and we discuss the wickedness in Noah’s day helps us prepare for the Second Coming, the importance of covenants, and how tokens of covenants allow us to remember the Atonement and the Savior.
January 24 – January 30 | Episode 5
Moses 7
“The Lord Called His People Zion“
Part I
What will spur the Saints to build Zion? Dr. Avram Shannon joins the podcast and discusses the commandment to build Zion and how it parallels the City of Enoch and is an antitype to Cain’s city. The Savior’s return to Zion, the end of contention, and who will build and reside in Zion are all discussed in this compelling episode.
Part II
Dr. Avram Shannon continues to discuss the creation of a Zion people, a God that weeps, and man’s redemption through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
January 17 – January 23 | Episode 4
Genesis 5, Moses 6
“Teach these things freely unto your chidlren“
Part I
Is repentance about healing our relationship with God and ourselves? Dr. Jenet Ericson instructs that God teaches that parenting is a relationship instead of a role. Additionally, we discuss intentionality in family life, the power of ritual, and the strength that comes from brokenness and healing with the Savior.
Part II
Dr. Erickson returns and teaches that emotions and sexuality are given as gifts by a loving God. We also discuss Enoch’s vulnerability, restoring eternal vision, and displacing shame in our lives through Jesus Christ.
January 10 – January 16 | Episode 3
Genesis 3-4, Moses 4-5
“The fall of adam and eve“
Part I
How did Joseph Smith mend the rift between the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible) and the New Testament? Dr. Shon Hopkin discusses how the biblical themes of a fortunate Fall, covenants, and sacrifice prepare us to understand the time of Jesus Christ and our own.
Part II
Dr. Hopkin returns to discuss the heroism of both Eve and Adam, the love story that is apparent in the Garden of Eden, new insights into our personal Fall, and new applications in the Cain and Abel story.
January 3 – January 9 | Episode 2
Genesis 1-3, Moses 2-3, Abraham 4-5
“In the Beginning God Created the Heaven and the Earth“
Part I
Were the creation accounts intended to be archeological, geological, or scientific texts? Dr. Joshua Sears joins the podcast and teaches us about Ancient Near Eastern Cosmology and the purpose of creation texts. We learn what “accommodation” means when discussing scripture, and what are “the terrible questions?”
Part II
Dr. Sears returns and teaches how God’s naming pattern helps identify a creation’s purpose and how God can organize and create meaning out of chaos, and how that applies to our individual lives and trials. You will come to understand the Creation, the grand vision of Moses 1, and God’s love in powerful new ways in this episode.
December 27 – January 2 | Episode 1
Moses 1 & Abraham 3
“This is my work and my glory“
Part I
Dr. Kerry Muhlestein returns to discuss Moses 1’s application is essential today regarding spiritual discernment, the importance of spiritual experiences, and the reminder that the Lord is powerful to save His children and we are His assistants.
Part II
Dr. Kerry Muhlestein returns to discuss Moses 1’s application is essential today regarding spiritual discernment, the importance of spiritual experiences, and the reminder that the Lord is powerful to save His children and we are His assistants.