Talking Scripture

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief overview of these chapters.(02:35) The Israelites murmur and complain in the wilderness. How we respond to our afflictions will shape our character. We can strive to see God's hand in our lives like Nephi and Francis Webster.(15:34) The book of Numbers contains evidence that it is a compilation of separate traditions. Understanding these traditions helps to explain some contradictions in the text.(21:48) Israel murmurs and lusts for meat instead of manna. The Lord abundantly blesses them with quail.(25:11) Moses complains that he can't bear the burden alone and is commanded to choose 70 to assist him. The very essence of Christianity is to have compassion for those who are downtrodden.(29:24) The Greek translation of manna leads to fascinating possibilities. The Israelites loathe the manna and want something exciting and new.(35:41) Aaron and Miriam challenge Moses' authority. Numbers 12 portrays Moses as God's authorized representative, emphasizing hierarchical priesthood authority.(39:08) Moses sends 12 spies to search the land of Canaan. Ten of them bring back a negative report, telling of giants inhabiting the land. Joshua and Caleb give a positive report and say that Israel can take the land of Canaan.(43:20) Moses stands as intercessor, working to convince the Lord to not smite the Israelites. The adult Israelites murmur and want to die in the wilderness. The Lord grants this request, while also emphasizing that he desires to have a righteous people who will build Zion.(47:34) Miriam and Aaron die in the wilderness. Moses will see, but not enter the promised land.(49:42) The king of Edom refuses to let Israel pass peacefully through his land. We can choose to not be offended.(52:04) The Israelites are plagued and bitten by fiery serpents. Moses lifts up a serpent of brass to save those who will look upon it. This story is told in greater detail in the Book of Mormon. We should not be slothful because of the easiness of the way.(1:00:00) Og, the king of Bashan, is described as the last of the giants. His bed is described with the same dimensions as that of Marduk, a Mesopotamian deity.(1:02:16) Balak offers Balaam money, cattle, and great honors to curse Israel. Balaam refuses, and instead pronounces great blessings upon Israel.(1:13:54) Another perspective on why the Lord was angry with Balaam. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 370 | Numbers, Come Follow Me 2026 (May 4-10) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief overview of these chapters.(04:02) The Nephites saw the Savior Jesus Christ in the Law of Moses.(12:08) The children of Israel willingly donated material to construct The Tabernacle, giving even more than was needed.(15:52) The articles of The Tabernacle.(20:01) Aaron and his sons are washed, anointed, and clothed in priesthood robes.(22:20) The Tabernacle is a miniature cosmos, which parallels the creation of the earth in its literary construction. The glory of the Lord fills it.(26:13) Scholars have mapped a chiastic structure in the first five books of the Bible. The apex can be seen as Leviticus 16, which focuses on the Day of Atonement. In this way, we see that the center of the Pentateuch is Jesus Christ.(27:48) Walking through the steps of offering a sacrifice at The Tabernacle.(37:29) The five offerings are meant to separate the clean from the unclean. Leviticus contains only a fragmentary record of the institution of the priesthood.(40:40) Kosher and purity laws in Leviticus 11-15.(45:41) Yom Kippur or the Day of Atonement.(50:11) The scapegoat, as portrayed in the Day of Atonement, can be interpreted in many ways.(58:35) Israel is commanded to not reap the corners of their fields and to leave their gleanings for the poor. This symbol of the circle in the square can also represent the temple, the unification of heaven and earth, and is found in the book of Ruth.(1:01:47) Prohibition of mingling seed and garments of linen and wool. The holy and the profane are not to be mixed.(1:04:58) Israel is commanded to be different from their neighbors in grooming standards.(1:06:29) Israel is to keep the Feasts of the Passover, of Unleavened Bread, of Pentecost or Firstfruits, of Trumpets, of the Day of Atonement, and of Tabernacles. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 369 | Exodus 35-40; Leviticus, Come Follow Me 2026 (April 27-May 3) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief overview of these chapters.(06:04) The Lord covenants to make Israel a peculiar treasure, a kingdom of priests, and a holy nation. Time, pressure, and heat create jewels.(14:07) The cultural context of Exodus 19.15. Our doctrine is that intimacy and having children is holy and good within the bonds of marriage.(15:08) The greatness of the glory of God requires transfiguration for individuals to enter into his presence.(17:14) D&C 84 adds that Moses was preparing Israel for temple covenants to bring them into the presence of God.(20:13) The Lord reveals the Ten Commandments.(28:34) Rhymes to easily remember the Ten Commandments.(33:37) An example of a modern day set of Ten Commandments.(52:06) Additions to The Ten Commandments are found in chapters 21-23, The Covenant Code. There are conflicting messages in the Bible about slavery.(59:26) The Israelites accept the covenant and ratify it. The Joseph Smith Translation clarifies the ambiguity in the Bible about whether or not God can be seen.(1:02:55) As we are willing to receive light, we will receive more light.(1:07:32) The Tabernacle is planned. Elder Bednar encourages us to discuss the temple more often.(1:13:49) Symbols of Christ in The Tabernacle portray our journey back to our Heavenly Home.(1:19:56) Artisans furnish The Tabernacle. The Lord doesn't give a commandment without preparing a way for it to be accomplished. The talents we posses are part of God's divine plan.(1:23:46)The Sabbath Day is observed. We need to rest and be refreshed. (1:24:49) Aaron makes a golden calf for Israel to worship while Moses is on the mountain. The Levites enact violence against the apostates.(1:32:59) When the Kingdom of Israel splits around 921 BC, Jeroboam constructs golden calves in Dan and Bethel. The story of the golden calf may be a message to Israel casting Jeroboam as an apostate king, perhaps portraying a theological rift after the schism in Israel.(1:34:46) The bull (calf) was a symbol for God in the ancient Near East and represents strength and might. It may also be a representation of the pedestal or footstool of God.(1:37:38) The stone tablets are broken and the Israelites are given a lesser law. This may also help us see the Book of Mormon in a new light.(1:48:21) Moses represents the Savior Jesus Christ as he offers a prayer pleading for the Israelites. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 368 | Exodus 19-20; 24; 31-34, Come Follow Me 2026 (April 20-26) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief overview of these chapters.(02:16) The children of Israel murmur and complain in the wilderness. As a comparison, Nephi's trust in God blesses his wilderness experience.(08:42) The Book of Mormon gives added insight as to why murmuring is such a problem. The key to happiness is to remember the greatness of God in both pain and prosperity.(19:07) A possible location of Sinai is discussed as evidence of historicity in the book of Exodus. Revelation came to Moses “when he was on the move.”(23:26) The night crossing of the Red Sea can represent Jesus conquering chaos in our lives. Psalm 74 also addresses these themes.(29:00) The children of Israel sing the Song of the Sea and rejoice in their deliverance.(36:40) The beginning and end of the Exodus story has women standing as witnesses to the miraculous. Miriam is there at Moses' birth and at the Song of the Sea.(42:46) Some approaches to Biblical scholarship may be helpful in understanding why the Bible has some traditions that cast Miriam in a bad light.(46:58) Miriam dies at Kadesh and the water dries up. Miriam as a symbol of the women in the New Testament named Mary who witnessed Jesus' birth, death, and resurrection.(51:07) The bitter water is sweetened with a tree. The Savior heals us too.(54:59) The Lord rains manna from heaven and sends quail for meat to feed the children of Israel for 40 years. God will take care of us in the deserts of our lives.(1:02:07) Moses smites a rock and water gushes forth. Jewish theologians over the years had a tradition that the rock at the beginning and at the end of Exodus was the same rock. Paul worked this tradition into his discussion of Christ, and so to him, the rock was Jesus.(1:07:27) Amalek battles with the Israelites and Moses' hands are held up so that Israel may be victorious. We sustain the prophet and our local leaders, and by so doing, we hold up their hands that hang down.(1:10:22) An invitation to remember what God has done for us.(1:13:23) Jethro counsels Moses to delegate certain tasks. Delegation gives opportunities for growth. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 367 | Exodus 14-18, Come Follow Me 2026 (April 13-19) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Multiplying signs and the law of increasing witnesses. God increases in severity as an act of kindness towards those he strives to redeem.(05:02) The Lord wants to save Israel. A summary of the escalation of the plagues as a sign of God's mercy towards Egypt.(17:11) Nephi's journey to the Promised Land has many parallels with the Exodus story.(19:38) Pharaoh's heart is hardened and he is angry that the Israelites are spared from the plagues. The world often attempts to dismiss God's miracles.(21:06) The ten plagues can be seen as a contest between the Egyptian gods and the power of Jehovah. Later, Christians will interpret the signs given by the magicians of Pharaoh as the power of the adversary.(30:26) Moses did not present the whole truth to Pharaoh, rather he only gave him what was needful. Truth is to be given gradually.(43:39) The significant and relevance of the Passover. The blood of the Lamb saved Israel anciently and continues to do so today. Jesus is the Passover Lamb, slain for the sins of the world.(52:34) The Passover ordinance was changed from a local family experience to a national pilgrimage in the writings of Deuteronomy.(53:59) The mark of the blood of the lamb saves the righteous.(56:11) Accurately numbering the Israelites is difficult because of the nuanced meaning of the word eleph. Israel likely was composed of a mixed multitude when they departed Egypt.(1:00:10) These chapters emphasize the importance of remembering. As we remember who saved Israel from destruction, our hearts are pointed to the Savior who saves us as well. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 366 | Exodus 7-13, Come Follow Me 2026 (April 6-12) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube to see Images → Timestamps: (00:00) Stories of Jesus.(01:19) Jesus teaches a woman of Samaria at the well.(06:04) The woman with an issue of blood.(11:55) Oliver Cowdery’s prayer.(14:23) A woman with a sinful life anoints the feet of Jesus.(16:12) The woman caught in adultery.(18:12) Jesus knows us.(24:37) Jesus is a “one by one” God.(30:11) Jesus saw his seed.(35:52) Horizontal and vertical relationships.(36:55) Peter is called to catch men.(41:28) Jesus heals a leper.(43:13) Temple work for the dead.(43:47) Action and grace.(46:39) Joseph’s loss of the manuscript. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 365 | Easter – The Magnificent Messiah, Come Follow Me 2026 (March 30-April 5) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The children of Israel are placed in bondage by the Egyptians. Moses is born and saved through the efforts of heroic women like Jochebed, Shiphrah, Puah, Miriam, and Pharaoh's daughter.(08:58) Moses flees from Egypt, meets Jethro, marries Zipporah, and speaks with God at the burning bush.(11:48) The Lord knows our sorrows and suffering. Deliverance is a process.(18:34) God helps us bear our burdens in the space between bondage and deliverance. Our bones thicken to match the weight they carry.(25:49) Moses is called to deliver Israel from bondage and God gives him signs or tokens.(28:26) Meanings of the divine name “I Am That I Am.”(34:52) We are encouraged to act and not be acted upon.(37:21) God tells Moses that He will lead Israel to a land flowing with milk and honey.(50:26) Making time for rest and connecting with heaven is essential.(57:24) Ways to interpret God making Pharaoh's heart “heavy.” → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 364 | Exodus 1-6, Come Follow Me 2026 (March 23-29) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief overview of these chapters.(08:03) Joseph acknowledges to his brothers that God was aware of his trials, and that ultimately they were for his good.(13:25) A comparison of God's fairness and mercy.(21:51) Judah offered himself in place of Benjamin for his father's sake.(26:41) The Savior can fix broken things.(29:25) Jacob adopts Ephraim and Manasseh as tribes of Israel.(38:34) A closer look at some complicated passages you may be wondering about.(41:54) How the Egyptian Book of the Dead may be related to the book of Genesis.(48:58) Jacob knew loss and what it was like to live in a world of chaos and sin.(54:19) Jacob confers patriarchal blessings upon each of his sons before he passes away.(1:02:13) The Bible and the Book of Mormon were destined to come together and bless the world. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 363 | Genesis 42-50, Come Follow Me 2026 (March 16-22) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Joseph of Egypt: An example of living the covenant with steady discipleship.(06:51) Shechem defiles Dinah. Simeon and Levi seek revenge by wiping out the inhabitants of the city.(13:02) Rachel bears Benjamin and dies in childbirth. She is buried in Bethlehem.(17:57) Reuben sins with Bilhah.(21:29) Joseph is sold into Egypt by his brothers. Joseph is a visionary man.(25:01) Alternate readings of “the coat of many colors.”(28:45) In Jewish legend, Joseph of Egypt possessed a sacred stone that was passed down from Adam.(36:05) Judah sins with Tamar, his widowed daughter-in-law, and she bears twins.(43:11) Joseph rises to prominence wherever he goes. Joseph is a seer.(46:57) We can employ Joseph's strategies for overcoming temptation.(51:34) Joseph interprets dreams and eventually becomes a ruler of Egypt.(55:46) Finding temple symbolism in this story.(58:41) Joseph marries Asenath. Hugh Nibley's research teaches us more about her identity.(1:03:49) Joseph as a type of Christ.(1:06:48) As descendants of Joseph, we are called to gather God's children. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 362 | Genesis 37-41, Come Follow Me 2026 (March 9-15) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Those searching for an eternal companion can learn valuable lessons from the story of Isaac and Rebekah.(04:18) “He shall send his angel before thee to help” in Genesis 24.20.(06:47) A caution: The Lord may have not chosen one particular person to be your spouse.(09:16) The servant's test of how to choose an eternal companion. If you are looking for a 3-3 marriage, be a 3!(23:05) Four ways to read the text, with three important lenses. The temple symbolism of Rebekah at the well.(30:17) Abraham marries Keturah after the death of Sarah.(33:15) The sons of Ishmael and their “castles” in Genesis 25.12-18.(34:50) Abraham died and was gathered to his people. These verses echo eternal truths regarding the reunification of families in the Spirit World after death.(38:38) Rebekah and Isaac have twins named Jacob and Esau. These men represent two nations.(45:51) Esau is the progenitor of the Edomites.(49:20) Esau sells the birthright in Genesis 25.29-34. Esau's tears remind us to not despise the blessings within our reach.(57:46) The people of the covenant always seek sacred places to commune with God.(1:03:13) The literal reading (peshat) of Genesis 27.1-40 with 4 points of emphasis from the Institute Manual.(1:10:27) Patterns, types, and figures may provide deeper meaning to Genesis 27. Reading this text with an allegorical (remez) and sacred temple approach (sod).(1:21:36) The three fold structure of the creation and the three Patriarchs may increase our understanding of temple symbolism and show us Rebekah's essential purpose in this story.(1:31:10) We can accept the responsibility of the Abrahamic Covenant by sharing the light of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Jacob's story emphasizes the importance of keeping the covenant in the family first.(1:36:46) The geopolitical situation between Judah and Israel may have influenced the text.(1:38:29) The Book of Mormon teaches that when we treat family like the enemy, we open the door to the real enemy.(1:39:42) “Jacob's Ladder” can be viewed as a heavenly vision of the Lord. Bethel as a representation of modern-day temples.(1:47:56) Jacob meets Rachel at a well. The matriarchs are often associated with water.(1:50:02) Laban tricks Jacob into marrying Leah first since she is the older sister. He then marries Rachel, but serves 7 years for her because he loves her. The challenges of plural marriage.(1:53:47) The image of opening a mother's womb as a manifestation of heavenly power. The sanctity of life is very important to God.(1:58:30) The names of the children of Israel are puns that expose the rivalry between the sisters Rachel and Leah.(2:06:20) Faith in God includes faith in his timing, even for righteous desires. God remembered Rachel and he will remember you.(2:09:11) The Lord (or an angel) tells Jacob to leave Haran. Jacob and Laban hold a contest regarding the fertility of their flocks. Rachel hides Laban's “household gods.”(2:14:41) Jacob's reconciliation with Laban through a covenant.(2:18:38) Jacob asks God for a blessing to endure well and reconcile with Esau in Genesis 32. Jacob wrestles with a “man” or God. A comparison between Jacob's wrestle in Genesis and Enos' wrestle in the Book of Mormon.(2:25:06) Jacob's name is changed to Israel, which can mean “let God prevail.” We also receive a new name when we become followers of Christ and in other times of our lives. The symbol of the embrace. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 361 | Genesis 24-33, Come Follow Me 2026 (March 2-8) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of these chapters.(02:05) Abraham's prophetic call and the symbolism of the mighty tree with sacred associations.(13:26) “Is anything too hard for the Lord?”(14:00) Hebrew word play with laugh, rejoice, and Isaac's name. Doubts and hopes are tied together in this story.(16:36) Abraham bargains with the Lord for Sodom and Gomorrah to be saved because he knows the mercy of God.(23:25) The story of Sodom and Gomorrah also portrays God's justice.(24:34) Lot makes efforts to save his family from destruction in Genesis 19.(29:33) Lot pitching his tent toward Sodom cost him his family.(33:41) The troubling narrative of Lot's two daughters and the cave in Genesis 19.30-38.(38:22) Beauty for ashes in Isaiah 61.3. Through tragic experiences, beauty can come to pass. Your origin story is not who you are.(41:48) Genesis 20 is a triplet of the same story. This chapter introduces the Elohist's narrative, a source text most likely related to Lehi's Brass Plates text.(43:04) The long-promised day finally comes and Isaac is born. We should trust and have faith in promises that take time to be fulfilled. The Song of Sarah.(44:57) Hagar and Ishmael are cast out of Abraham's household and they wander in the wilderness. Their water runs out and God shows her a well of water. God helps us, but also wants us to do all we can.(55:22) Complexities, gaps, and anachronisms in Genesis 21. A covenant, a sacred well, and a tree at Beer-sheba are illustrations of temple imagery, connecting the Patriarchs to figures of the temple and visionary experiences.(58:41) The burial of Sarah in Genesis 23. Different ways to read Abraham's “mourning” and “weeping” for Sarah.(1:03:00) The Lord asks Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac upon Mount Moriah, the foundation stone, Jerusalem's most sacred ground.(1:06:47) We are here to be tested. We will have trials of faith equal to Abraham's.(1:11:05) Isaac is an excellent type of Jesus Christ. Elder Melvin J. Ballard shares his feelings regarding Heavenly Father sacrificing his Son. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 360 | Genesis 18-23, Come Follow Me 2026 (February 23-March 1) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The blessings of the Abrahamic Covenant include preservation, protection, priesthood, power, a place, and posterity.(09:20) The responsibility of the Abrahamic Covenant is to make Christ's name known to the world and help all to obtain priesthood and temple blessings.(19:29) The Lord places Abraham and his posterity, Israel, in the center of the world. Our challenge is to influence the world without being influenced by the world.(29:51) Abraham and Sarah experience “The Hero's Journey.” Sarah's combat with Pharaoh is similar to Eve's battle with the serpent.(39:01) Abraham grants the superior land to Lot. We should be generous with others as was Abraham.(40:32) Anachronisms in Genesis 14 are clues as to when it was written.(43:20) Melchizedek has largely been removed from the Hebrew Bible, but was on the Brass Plates. Melchizedek is a type of Jesus Christ.(49:57) Abraham and Sarah both gave God the benefit of the doubt in regard to his promise of having seed. Like them, we should do all we can to ensure the Lord's promises are fulfilled.(52:49) The ritual cutting of sacrificial animals in Genesis 15 relates to ancient covenant making.(57:53) Abraham's visionary experience included both light and darkness.(1:01:04) The Lord tells Sarai to choose Hagar to bring forth Ishmael. The word used for bringing forth children relates to the idea of “building.”(1:05:40) Circumcision is a token or sign of the covenant given to Abraham.(1:07:04) How El Shaddai (the Almighty God) can be read as a representation of our Divine Mother in Heaven, with blessings connected to children and life. The historical evolution of Israel's view of the nature of God. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 359 | Genesis 12-17; Abraham 1-2, Come Follow Me 2026 (February 16-22) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Different approaches to reading the flood account.(03:47) The flood can symbolize a second creation of the earth.(05:55) A strange passage in Genesis 6.1-4. This text introduces concepts like Watchers, Giants, and a conflict between Enoch and the forces of darkness. It can be read as a polemic against Babylonian religious and political views.(18:26) Mount Sinai and Mount Hermon as headquarters of the opposing forces of good and evil.(25:01) Jesus addresses his disciples in Caesarea Philippi, at the foot of Mount Hermon in Matthew 16.13-19.(32:00) The harsh reality of the portrayal of destruction throughout the scriptures. The Book of Mormon provides a pattern for how to live in peace.(39:05) The people of Noah's day were swept off because the earth was corrupt and filled with violence.(43:33) The Lord sent a prophet and gave them 120 years to change. The people were warned before they were destroyed.(48:22) Noah's Ark can be a symbol of the temple.(57:19) A pattern of how to follow a prophet. It takes patience and faith to follow prophets in a day of peace.(1:01:48) The bow in the cloud is a token of the covenant in Genesis 9.12-13. When we look up at the rainbow we are remembering the promise of God to bring Enoch and Zion to earth.(1:06:35) Ways to read the curse Noah gives Canaan in Genesis 9.20-27.(1:12:27) The Table of Nations in Genesis 10. The dividing of the land and the languages. The Tower of Babel as a polemic against the beliefs of the Babylonians.(1:17:01) Our connection to Abraham and his covenant. God has promised to preserve us just as he preserved Noah. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 358 | Genesis 6-11; Moses 8, Come Follow Me 2026 (February 9-15) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Moses 7 reveals the true character of God. He is an eternal being who weeps for His children.(09:06) The law must be administered. Moses 7.38 – “a prison have I prepared for them.” There is an exit from hell as explained in D&C 19.(14:51) Terryl and Fiona Givens share their view on “The God Who Weeps.”(22:19) The teaching that “The Son of Man” will come down to earth, be lifted upon the cross, resurrected, and take up the saints to be crowned (Moses 7.53-56) is rejected by those that edited the Old Testament. Enoch, Lehi, and Nephi teach the message of the Messiah.(27:40) Enoch literature is apocalyptic and was not included in the Christian canon.(30:49) Many ideas in the Bible are influenced by the writings of Enoch.(48:30) There is great wickedness upon the earth. Boyd K. Packer discussed how the youth of our day face greater challenges than those of his generation.(57:24) Defining what Zion means. Enoch and his people established Zion and were taken up to God.(1:06:04) In the last days, we are to gather again into a holy city called Zion and the city of Enoch will return. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 357 | Moses 7, Come Follow Me 2026 (February 2-8) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The book of the generations of Adam. Another way to view the long lives of the early Patriarchs. The Sumerian King List may help give context to their ages.(11:38) A brief overview of Enoch literature. The name Mahijah in Moses 6.40 was also found on second century fragments discovered at Qumran in 1948.(19:13) Scriptures are a book of remembrance.(21:15) Seers see things we cannot see.(31:54) The call narrative. Enoch's prophetic call is consistent with elements of the narrative call pattern.(34:44) The Plan of Salvation as taught by Adam and Enoch is the same message the Savior taught. The Atoning Messiah is central to the plan, but was removed from the Old Testament.(49:26) Another way of understanding “children conceived in sin” in Moses 6.55. This text can be connected to the Fallen Angels or the Watchers in 1 Enoch.(54:50) Children of Christ versus Children of Satan as portrayed in Alma 5 and its connection to Moses 6.55.(56:19) “Man of Holiness” in Moses 6.57 can be describing God as a man of the temple or the husband of the divine woman.(58:55) An invitation to find Jesus everywhere. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 356 | Genesis 5; Moses 6, Come Follow Me 2026 (January 26-February 1) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps:(00:00) Heavenly Father's plan in the premortal council and Jesus’ role as Savior. The Savior sought only the glory of the Father.(06:15) The Serpent (Satan) comes to Eve. The serpent was subtle, a word with many meanings. 2 Nephi 2 explains how agency works its requirements.(13:40) Adam and Eve were commanded to not eat the fruit and to also multiply and replenish the earth. A discussion on these potentially conflicting commands.(20:23) Another view on the divine commandments given to Adam and Eve.(26:01) Eve's temptation and the Fall. Understanding Lehi's discourse on the Fall helps us see how it was a blessing to all mankind.(31:07) Reading Genesis 3 through the lens of the temple and Jesus' Sermon on the Mount will help us see layers of meaning.(45:16) The curse given to the serpent as an allusion to the Atonement of Jesus Christ.(47:39) The curse given to Eve relates to sorrow in conception. Other ways to interpret “He shall rule over thee.” The curse given to Adam.(58:54) Moses 4 introduces the two first laws of heaven: obedience and sacrifice.(1:03:52) Moses 5 shows how Cain’s choices led him down a dark path.(1:10:07) The Mahan principle is converting life into property.(1:15:50) The Lord invited Cain to think about his choices. One lesson from this story for parents is “Don't freak out!”(1:19:54) Hidden meaning in the names of Cain and Abel. Their story can be read as a rivalry between two priesthoods.(1:24:23) The Book of Mormon helps us see that the curse and mark put on Cain was an absence of the Light of Christ or a dark countenance. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 355 | Genesis 3-4; Moses 4-5, Come Follow Me 2026 (January 19-25) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of the The Old Testament.(04:27) Bryce breaks down the Old Testament into nine time periods.(09:41) Canonization and the creation of the Greek Septuagint. The authors of the New Testament quoted the Greek version of the Old Testament. The version that Jesus used is unknown.(13:01) The Old Testament is not one book written by a single author. It is an anthology of books written over centuries by individuals. Later authors sometimes rejected and edited earlier authors. Remnants remain that multiple Gods participated in the creation. The first word in Genesis invites us to consider the Grand Pre-mortal Council.(20:03) The creation accounts address why the world was created, not how. The purpose of the earth is to create eternal families.(33:17) Ancient cultures shared the creation story at their temples during the New Year. The time-honored principle of marriage and family are connected to the purposes of creation.(36:21) Chaos played a role in the formation of the earth. God transformed unorganized matter into something beautiful. The cosmology of the Bible invites modern readers to think about scripture differently.(41:18) The temple takes us to the creation and the creation takes us to the temple because each us back to God.(48:25) Moses 2 and 3 can be read as a single account. This is contrasted with the documentary hypothesis, where scholars believe Genesis 1 and 2 come from two different sources because of differences in the text.(54:21) Seven eternal lessons in the creation account invite us to find success during our time on earth. Finding balance between work and rest.(1:00:29) Seek spiritual things first, then temporal.(1:01:50) Cherubim and a flaming sword foiled Satan's plan and preserved the space between the trees. God protected our probationary estate. God knew from the very beginning that we would sin and need time to repent.(1:13:11) Satan's Plan B is to get us to take away our own or someone else's probationary state. Toxic perfectionism is addressed. Continual progression is what matters to God.(1:16:55) The river flowing out of Eden as a symbol for the division found in mortality. We must find ways to be unified.(1:23:08) Instead of focusing on what we are missing, our focus should be on all our blessings.(1:28:23) Pardes is an acronym to describe the ways of reading scripture: Peshat, remez, derash, and sod. The plain reading (peshat), allegorical or hidden reading (remez), the moral or imperative sense or application (derash), and the mystical, esoteric, or temple reading (sod).(1:30:13) The rib in Genesis 2.22 symbolizes partnership in marriage.(1:38:44) “Helper” or ʿēzer as found in Genesis 2.18 has often been misread and used to subjugate women. The term translated as “help meet” actually denotes the kind of powerful help that God gives. Eve's position next to Adam places both in a setting as having dominion over the whole earth. Eve is called “Zoe” in the LXX, the mother of all the living ones. There is no kingdom without Eve.(1:47:02) Fig leaves can represent covering our sins with bigger and bigger lies.(1:52:47) Garments are a piece of the temple that we wear to remind us of our connection to the Savior's atonement. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 354 | Genesis 1-2; Moses 2-3; Abraham 4-5, Come Follow Me 2026 (January 12-18) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The book of Moses is the JST of Genesis. The word translation has multiple meanings. Moses 1 is the missing preface to the Old Testament which reveals three important truths.(07:03) We are God's children, and have infinite worth and potential.(08:45) The name of God. The Old Testament was originally written in Hebrew and many words can have various interpretations.(12:06) Divine investiture of authority allows the Son to have the power to speak as if he is the Father.(18:11) The creation story is not about how. It's about why. Man is nothing and yet God wants to give us everything He has.(21:18) The historical timeframe of Moses 1.(23:54) Satan's name only appears in the Bible 13 times. His presence in the Book of Moses is significant.(27:43) The difference between the glory of God and the glory of the world.(33:50) We can cast out Satan and control darkness by inviting light.(35:39) Moses 1 ends with the command to show the words only to those that believe. Levels of exoteric and esoteric are in scriptural texts.(39:44) The book of Abraham originated with Egyptian papyri that Joseph Smith translated. Fire destroyed most of the original scrolls and only small fragments remain. These fragments, called JSP I-XI, contain burial texts called The Book of Breathings.(45:36) The relationship between the remaining fragments and the text of the Book of Abraham is not fully understood.(47:28) Some counter-arguments to criticisms of the Book of Abraham include the missing text theory, the catalyst theory, and the Jewish redaction theory.(55:23) The JSP I-XI fragments date to the 2nd century BC, not 1900 BC when Abraham lived. The rolls were likely copies of copies.(1:01:08) In the Book of Abraham, the greatness of the Messiah is found in the symbolism of the cosmos and stars.(1:10:37) Abraham learns about the pre-earth life.(1:11:54) Joseph's introduction to the Hebrew language likely influenced some of the words found in Abraham. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 353 | Moses 1; Abraham 3, Come Follow Me 2026 (January 5-11) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Watch on YouTube: Mike’s related video with Stick of Joseph, Ep 230 BONUS VIDEO | Was Jesus DELETED from the Old Testament?→ Timestamps: (00:00) Israel is God’s special possession and chosen to bring Heavenly Father’s children home.(08:24) Three main covenants that God made with Israel: The Abrahamic, Mosaic, and Davidic Covenant.(16:00) The Old Testament is a witness of Christ.(21:06) Types of Christ in the Old Testament.(36:55) Jesus is Jehovah, the God of the Old Testament.(40:37) Jesus is edited out of the Hebrew Bible during Josiah’s reign.(48:40) The canonization of the Old Testament.(55:58) What to look for in this year’s study of the Old Testament. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 352 | Introduction to the Old Testament, Come Follow Me 2026 (December 29-January 4) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Proclamations are major declarations from prophets, seers, and revelators. This proclamation states that the family is central to the Creator's plan for the eternal destiny of His children.(05:11) There are three parts: prophetic declarations, prophetic warnings, and prophetic counsel. Prophetic declarations are clear statements of our core doctrines.(14:04) The Family Proclamation warns that the disintegration of the family will bring upon individuals, communities, and nations the calamities foretold by ancient and modern prophets.(16:35) Prophetic counsel is given for successful marriages and families.(20:06) Faith and prayer.(22:05) Repentance and forgiveness.(28:21) Respect, love, and compassion can be combined to define charity. Respect is to see the value God has placed in every person.(37:02) Love is a choice, not just an emotion.(45:07) Compassion is to feel what others feel.(50:24) Balancing work and wholesome recreational activities. → For more of Bryce Dunford’s podcast classes, click here. → Enroll in Institute → YouTube → Apple Podcasts → Spotify → Amazon Music → Facebook The post Ep 351 | The Family: A Proclamation to the World, Come Follow Me 2025 (December 15-21) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The 9th Article of Faith explains that the restoration is ongoing.(04:05) President Woodruff issued Official Declaration 1 in 1890. This Manifesto led to the end of the practice of plural marriage.(08:59) Elder Bruce C. Hafen invites us to examine The post Ep 350 | Articles of Faith and Official Declarations 1 & 2, Come Follow Me 2025 (December 8-14) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The doctrine of salvation for the dead is revealed in Section 137.(01:43) Divine curiosity is a catalyst for revelation.(07:25) Joseph marvels at how Alvin obtained Celestial glory without being baptized. He learns that all who have died without a The post Ep 349 | D&C 137-138, Come Follow Me 2025 (December 1-7) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) D&C 136 details the will of the Lord as the Saints move west. Winter Quarters was a place to prepare for the final trek to the Great Basin.(04:31) D&C 136 reads differently and Brigham Young's personality seems to come The post Ep 348 | D&C 135-136, Come Follow Me 2025 (November 24-30) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Section 133 was intended to be an appendix to the Doctrine and Covenants.(00:55) The role of government is to maintain a balance between rights and responsibilities.(06:59) Section 133 is a companion to Section 1. Prophecies in the Bible will The post Ep 347 | D&C 133-134, Come Follow Me 2025 (November 17-23) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Three grand keys on the nature of ministering angels and spirits.(02:04) Joseph Smith teaches that God has a body of flesh and bones as tangible as man's. Traditional Christianity has lost the understanding of Heavenly Father's physical nature.(07:53) God The post Ep 346 | D&C 129-132, Come Follow Me 2025 (November 10-16) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) During the Nauvoo period, Joseph Smith receives substantial revelation pertaining to the ordinances of the temple.(03:45) The historical background of Section 125.(05:58) “Essaying” is a term that means trying. Becoming a Saint is a process.(07:39) Through the help of The post Ep 345 | D&C 125-128, Come Follow Me 2025 (November 3-9) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Joseph Smith and his companions escape from Missouri custody in April 1839.(08:34) The Saints beautify Nauvoo. An overview of this section.(11:03) Joseph has not fallen from grace. The Lord emphasizes Joseph's prophetic role even though he has weakness. What The post Ep 344 | D&C 124, Come Follow Me 2025 (October 27-November 2) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Historical background.(02:17) Joseph Smith demonstrated majesty in chains while in custody in Richmond.(05:35) Ten eternal truths we can apply to our lives from the Liberty Jail experience.(07:38) #1: God is aware of your trials, you are not alone. (11:11) The post Ep 343 | D&C 121-123, Come Follow Me 2025 (October 20-26) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Saints leave Kirtland. The pattern of prosperity and pain in church history.(05:06) In January 1838, Joseph and Emma leave Kirtland, never to return. Their enemies follow them to Missouri.(11:16) In Section 115 the Lord puts His name on The post Ep 342 | D&C 115-120, Come Follow Me 2025 (October 13-19) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Accepting the representations of William Burgess, Joseph Smith and others church leaders visit Salem, Massachusetts in hopes of alleviating the church's debt.(04:32) God can be both loved and feared. Examples of how He sees our efforts and quickly forgives The post Ep 341 | D&C 111-114, Come Follow Me 2025 (October 6-12) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) A brief history of many noteworthy events leading up to the dedication of the Kirtland Temple.(03:28) Washings and anointings are introduced to a core group of Saints in Kirtland.(09:12) Edward Partridge and Joseph Smith are reconciled and share in The post Ep 340 | D&C 109-110, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 29-October 5) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) God has realistic expectations of us. We don't have to be perfect to be saved.(07:17) An interpretation of D&C 106.6, bowing to God's scepter. When we choose to follow the Lord, He gives us all that He has in The post Ep 339 | D&C 106-108, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 22-28) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Section 102 contains governing principles for councils.(10:24) An example of a council in Acts 15. Moving forward with unity is important.(12:37) Modern apostles share their experiences making decisions in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles.(14:45) The historical background of The post Ep 338 | D&C 102-105, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 15-21) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) In July 1833, Missourians mob the Saints. The Lord defines when fighting back is justified.(03:07) The Book of Mormon teaches that we should be reluctant to go into conflict.(06:25) Conflict should have righteous motivation: to preserve, defend, and protect.(10:10) The post Ep 337 | D&C 98-101, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 8-14) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Kirtland Saints and the Jackson County Saints received the same command to build a temple, but they had different results.(05:27) The significance of temples was lost due to the Apostasy and misunderstanding of scriptural texts over time.(07:05) Four The post Ep 336 | D&C 94-97, Come Follow Me 2025 (September 1-7) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Section 93 answers deep theological questions about the nature of God and His children.(01:41) One step at a time, grace for grace, we will make it to the Celestial Kingdom. As we improve and grow, the light we receive The post Ep 335 | D&C 93, Come Follow Me 2025 (August 25-31) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Official Church Statement on the Word of Wisdom → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical background to the Word of Wisdom.(02:06) The Word of Wisdom as a binding law came in gradually in Church practice.(07:44) The Word of Wisdom is for us today, The post Ep 334 | D&C 89-92, Come Follow Me 2025 (August 18-24) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → A Short Video on Silence Before the Second Coming in 3 Nephi 10 and D&C 88 → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The First and Second Comforter.(04:33) The mosaic pictures of the Savior Jesus Christ.(07:08) Synonyms for Jesus: light, life, law, and power.(14:22) Through The post Ep 333 | D&C 88, Come Follow Me 2025 (August 11-17) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical context. The first presidency clarifies the meaning of the “mighty and strong one.”(04:44) Uzzah's steadying of the ark and modern applications.(08:08) David O. McKay's quote concerning those who try to direct others while lacking authority.(10:01) Getting your The post Ep 332 | D&C 85-87, Come Follow Me 2025 (August 4-10) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical context of Section 84.(02:49) The purpose of the priesthood and its attendant blessings.(10:49) One of the ways we claim the privileges of the priesthood is through the ordinances of the temple.(23:44) The blessings of the priesthood are The post Ep 331 | D&C 84, Come Follow Me 2025 (July 28-August 3) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Jesse Gause was a counselor to the Prophet who could no longer fulfill the assignment.(02:48) Being part of a council requires that we share our perspective to assure proper decisions are made.(11:38) The background of Section 82 is a The post Ep 330 | D&C 81-83, Come Follow Me 2025 (July 21-27) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of the book of Revelation.(01:46) A look at the types of apocalyptic texts, and how they are found in St. John's apocalypse and the Book of Mormon.(07:52) The historical evidence of Joseph's visions places him in the The post Ep 329 | D&C 77-80, Come Follow Me 2025 (July 14-20) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) An overview of D&C 76.(17:34) Jesus Christ, redeemer of all worlds. Only those who reject Him will not receive a kingdom of glory.(21:51) The Greek text of John 5 reveals a different reading, suggesting distinctions within the Resurrection. (24:18) The post Ep 328 | D&C 76, Come Follow Me 2025 (July 7-13) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The background and an overview of these sections.(01:59) Fight darkness by spreading light. Truth will prevail.(09:18) “No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper” found in D&C 71.9 and Isaiah 54.17. This promise of invulnerability is associated with The post Ep 327 | D&C 71-75, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 30-July 6) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) These sections were revealed at a special conference in November 1831. William E. McLellin endeavors to write a revelation of his own and fails.(10:51) What are our expectations of revelatory experiences? Sometimes they are a still, small voice.(15:00) Accepting The post Ep 326 | D&C 67-70, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 23-29) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Ezra Booth sees Joseph Smith's humanity and falls away from the Church.(02:15) We must build Zion spiritually.(05:29) The command to forgive others. By holding onto grudges we are hurting ourselves.(12:55) The venom of the rattlesnake: An analogy.(15:58) How an The post Ep 325 | D&C 64-66, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 16-22) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) As you seek the Lord's help in your life, recognize that there can be contraries regarding revelation and getting answers to prayer.(06:59) Sometimes you leave the 99 to save the one and sometimes you leave the one to save The post Ep 324 | D&C 60-63, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 9-15) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The Lord lays out the attributes of celestial people who will build Zion.(03:03) Be faithful in tribulation instead of feeling wronged and wroth.(13:12) Francis Webster and the price he paid in the Martin Handcart Company to be acquainted with The post Ep 323 | D&C 58-59, Come Follow Me 2025 (June 2-8) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The building of Zion, the New Jerusalem.(26:45) The parable of the nobleman and the olive trees.(30:00) The Lord calls the Saints to reclaim the land in Missouri in “Zions Camp.”(38:52) Edward Partridge's duties as Bishop pertaining to consecration.(44:41) The The post Ep 322 | D&C 51-57, Come Follow Me 2025 (May 26-June 1) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) Beware of false teachings and false revelation. Even those with good intentions can be led astray.(02:44) The historical background: Leman Copley and the Shaking Quakers.(07:32) Essential truths will be taught by every prophet, seer, and revelator.(16:55) Be open to The post Ep 321 | D&C 49-50, Come Follow Me 2025 (May 19-25) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The gifts of the Spirit are scattered among each of us.(22:39) Unto some it may be given all the gifts.(26:08) Professional clergy versus a participatory church structure.(29:19) Charity is more important than any other gift, to love like God The post Ep 320 | D&C 46-48, Come Follow Me 2025 (May 12-18) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.