Podcasts about Aaronic priesthood

The "Aaronic Benediction" is described by God in the verse following it as "how you (the Aaronic Priesthood) shall put My Name on the children of Israel." It invokes God's very presence, His "face" to shine on us. When His presence shined on Moses, the face of Moses beamed light for long afterwards. How shall we "shine" in era in which God has caused us to be born and reborn? We ponder this together.

This Devotional address with Scott Burton was delivered on March 25th at 11:30 AM MST in the BYU-Idaho I-Center. Scott Burton is a computer science faculty member and the program director of the online software development program offered through BYU-Pathway Worldwide. He holds a Ph.D. in computer science from Brigham Young University, where his research combined machine learning and health science. Scott also earned a master's degree from Utah State University, a bachelor's degree from BYU, and an associate degree from Snow College. Prior to his time at BYU-Idaho, he worked as a software engineer, where he led teams in developing custom software and web applications for clients. In addition to his work in computer science, Scott enjoys running, cycling, and hiking. He has served in the Church in a number of capacities, including many years with the young men in the Aaronic Priesthood quorums. His favorite calling has been teaching the Sunbeams with his wife. Scott is married to Amber Lee Burton, and they are the parents of four children.

Section 20 - Historical Background: Following the first vision to the young boy Joseph Smith, God gradually proceeded to work towards the establishment of his church. The angel Moroni was sent to Joseph, then to the hidden gold plates to be translated and published as the Book of Mormon; the Aaronic Priesthood was restored followed by the Melchizedek priesthood. This section lays the foundation for the setting up of the governing laws of the Kingdom of God in these latter days. Recap: The precise day is given when the organization of the church is to occur; the names of the first 2 elders are announced; duties of the members of the church and of the quorums of the priesthood; specific wording of the baptismal and sacrament prayers are given. Section 21 - Historical Background: In fulfillment of God's commandment (see section 20), on April 6, 1830, the leaders of the church met together at the home of Peter Whitmer Sr to organize and establish the church in accordance to the laws of the nation. Six men were required to sign the corporate papers to give the church official status in the state of New York. The log cabin was crowded with families and friends who all raised their hands in approval of Joseph Smith as the first Elder of the Church and Oliver Cowdery as the second, and both as presiding officers. After these formalities were completed and the papers signed, the people traveled 6 miles to Seneca Lake. Those who desired to become members of the church were baptized. After returning to the Whitmer home in Fayette, this revelation was received. Recap: Records need to be maintained in the church; Joseph Smith will be called a seer, translator, prophet, apostle and elder of the church. Members of the church should look to the prophet for direction as if given by the Lord Himself; Oliver Cowdery to serve under Joseph to preach the gospel to the world. Section 22 - Historical Background: Previous to the official organization of the church, people had been baptized for the remission of sins. Now it was required to be baptized again, this time as members of God's church. Some people objected to needing baptism again. To resolve the confusion, Joseph received this revelation. Recap: All unauthorized covenants, including baptism, are null and void and “availeth him nothing” but must be done as authorized by God. The very reason for the restoration of the Gospel was to replace the “dead works” and unauthorized and obsolete ordinances of the past.

Discussing Dr. D. Todd Harrison's Teachings on the Doctrine and Covenants 12-13 (Restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood)Dr. D. Todd Harrison is the most followed religious leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the leading social media platform-Facebook. With more than 1.4 million followers, he is one of the top 10 most followed Christian leaders as well. As an Ambassador and Witness of Jesus Christ, it is estimated that he has now testified of Jesus to more than 100,000,000 people around the world. Thousands have become baptized members of the Church, and many have and are currently serving as full-time missionaries.

Doctrine and Covenants 12-13 with Dr. D. Todd HarrisonIn this enlightening video, we explore the profound significance of a humble location, Harmony, Pennsylvania, where a pivotal event in religious history took place. On May 15, 1829, John the Baptist appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery, conferring upon them the Aaronic Priesthood. This moment not only highlights the importance of service in God's kingdom but also serves as a reminder that even the most unassuming places can be the backdrop for divine encounters. Join us as we delve into the implications of this event and reflect on our own roles as fellow servants in the Lord's work. Dr. D. Todd Harrison is the most followed religious leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on the leading social media platform-Facebook. With more than 1.4 million followers, he is one of the top 10 most followed Christian leaders as well. As an Ambassador and Witness of Jesus Christ, it is estimated that he has now testified of Jesus to more than 100,000,000 people around the world. Thousands have become baptized members of the Church, and many have and are currently serving as full-time missionaries.

The Ordination of the Aaronic Priesthood. Here is a link to the text: Doctrine and Covenants 13

Today we talk more about the Aaronic Priesthood.

The events of a wonderful day in 1829 changed everything, and D&C 13 captures that power in just one verse!

This Episode is co-hosted with my sister and sister-in-law, Shelby Stroud.  This episode is about the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood and Oliver Cowdery and Joseph Smith. https://youtu.be/JMwkGYD3gMk https://youtu.be/hABJu_I-oNQ https://youtu.be/TGy3dY6Z7ks https://youtu.be/hS7VyUg7aTE Check out my book, "Feasting on the Words of Christ," where I share a simple, five-step method for receiving answers to your prayers through the scriptures. You're really going to love it!    

Send us a textFrom Come Follow Me:        "Most people around the world have probably never heard of Harmony, Pennsylvania. The Lord often chooses humble places for the most significant events in His kingdom. In a wooded area near Harmony on May 15, 1829, John the Baptist appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery. He placed his hands on their heads and conferred the Aaronic Priesthood upon them, calling them “my fellow servants” (Doctrine and Covenants 13:1).        John the Baptist was the trusted servant of God who baptized the Savior and prepared the way for His coming (see Matthew 3:1–6, 13–17). To these two young men in their twenties, it must have been humbling, perhaps even overwhelming, to be called John's fellow servants. At the time, Joseph and Oliver were relatively unknown, much as Harmony was. But service in God's work has always been about how we serve, not about who notices. However small or unseen your contribution may seem at times, you too are a fellow servant in the Lord's “great and marvelous work” (Doctrine and Covenants 14:1)."Support the Show!www.patreon.com/SaintsintheSouth(The thoughts, ideas, and beliefs we express on this channel do not officially represent The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  For additional information or official statements, please visit the website below.  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng)#biblestudy #religion #churchofJesusChrist #ldspodcast #christianpodcast #missionary #lds #biblestories #christ #faith #faithinchrist #scriptures #bookofmormon #doctrineandcovenants #pearlofgreatprice #temples #houseofthelord #mormon #mormonbeliefs #christiansandmormons #god #endure #ironrod #faithineveryfootstep #prophets #followtheprophet #commandments #love #service #charity #keepstriving #keeponstriving #ProLDS #gospelgrowthandgoodtimes #become #newtestamentSupport the show

Come Follow MeCome Follow Me For Kids“Upon You My Fellow Servants”Doctrine and Covenants 12–17; Joseph Smith—History 1:66–75The Aaronic Priesthood Is Restored John the Baptist visits Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdry and restores the priesthood on earth. This week we are going to learn that the keys of the priesthood are a super important a part of the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Priesthood keys are given to act in God's name, by his power and authority. For example God has given us keys to baptize and bless the sacrament Because these keys were restored to God's church, we enjoy many blessings made through covenants that bring us closer to Jesus Christ.Joseph and Oliver worked hard translating the gold plates into english for many days.They came to the part of the Book of Mormon where Jesus Christ appeared to the Nephites. They read that Jesus gave Nephi the priesthood power and authority to baptize. Joseph and Oliver knew that the authority to baptize was not on the earth in their day.Joseph and Oliver wanted to know more about the authority to baptize, could anyone do it? How did it work? They walked to the trees near Joseph's house. They prayed and asked God about the authority to baptize in Christ's name. While they were praying, an angel descended from heaven in a cloud of light. The angel was John the Baptist, John the Baptist had the Aaronic Priesthood—God's authorityto baptize. Jesus was baptized to set anexample for us, and John was the person that baptized Jesus!Now as an angel, John the Baptist put his hands on Joseph and Oliver's heads and said, "Upon you my fellow servants, in the name of Messiah, I confer the Priesthood of Aaron, which holds the keys of the ministering of angels, and of the gospel of repentance, and of baptism by immersion for the remission of sins." The power and authority of the Aaronic Priesthood was restored to the earth! Why did an angel need to come and give it to them? Because no one on earth had that power. John the Baptist then told Joseph and Oliver they should baptize each other, so they wentto the River and and were baptized. They both felt the power of the Holy Ghost and after this, understanding the scriptures was way easier! And now, because the priesthood authority is back on the earth, we can be baptized like Jesus was, repent from bad choices, and receive the power of the Holy Ghost! Book of Mormon Podcast for KidsPodcast with games for kids Some audio used in this episode (the girl from Hungary) was taken from the Friend Magazine. You're listening to Come Follow Me Kids! A Come Follow Me Podcast. We are an interactive game play podcast for kids. This is a Doctrine and Covenants Podcast for Kids! Our podcast is called Come Follow Me Kids. Come Follow Me for kids that are primary aged 2-12 in the Church or Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We follow the come follow me manual from the church but are not officially affiliated in any way. Some audio segments come from the friend magazine and other church sources. On this podcast we play interactive games while learning about the gospel and atonement of Jesus Christ. If your children would like to be guests on this podcast, please email us at comefollowmekidspodcast@gmail.com They can share their testimony about the restoration of the gospel, or share an experience they had with prayer, the Holy Ghost, or Missionary Work. Make sure they include their name and where they are from in the audio recording. And don't worry about your recording being perfect, we can edit out mistakes. Any sound file should work. If your children would like a baptism shout out, email us their name, and where they are from and we will add them to an upcoming episode. Use the same email listed above.

What do John the Baptist, keys, the Susquehanna River, and the law of witnesses have in common?

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria EckersleyA Creative Study of Come, Follow MeD&C [D&C 12-17; JSH 1:66-75 & V OF R]“Upon You My Fellow Servants”February 17 – February 23, 2025WEEK 08 SUMMARY=================In Doctrine and Covenants 12–17 and Joseph Smith—History 1:66–75, several key revelations are given to individuals like Joseph Knight Sr., and the Whitmer brothers, emphasizing the call to serve diligently in the Lord's work, as the field is "white already to harvest." These sections emphasize faithfulness, humility, and charity. Additionally, in Joseph Smith—History, it narrates the experiences of Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery, including the visit of John the Baptist, who conferred upon them the Aaronic Priesthood on May 15, 1829. This event enabled them to perform baptisms and was a significant step towards the restoration of the priesthood authority on earth. They experienced profound spiritual manifestations and prophetic insights following their baptisms, solidifying their mission amid local opposition.SPARK 1: The Great Physician================OBJECT LESSON: “Give Heed unto My Word”: Quick and Powerful SwordsEtsy Printable Link: [COMING SOON!]SPARK 2: OF GREATEST WORTH===================================OBJECT LESSON: “The Most Worth unto You”: Take Hold of Your Testimony BubblesSPARK 3: A LIVING WITNESS=============================OBJECT LESSON: “You Shall Testify of Them”: Stand As a Witness Card GameEtsy Printable Link: [COMING SOON!] CHAPTERS=========00:00:14 INTRO00:04:13 QUICK GLANCE00:08:45 SPARK 1 INSIGHTS00:15:58 SPARK 1 OBJECT LESSON00:19:32 SPARK 1 QUESTIONS00:21:38 SPARK 2 INSIGHTS00:29:40 SPARK 2 OBJECT LESSON00:35:17 SPARK 2 QUESTIONS00:37:54 SPARK 3 INSIGHTS00:45:59 SPARK 3 OBJECT LESSON00:51:04 SPARK 3 QUESTIONS00:53:35 WRAP UPLINKS=====WEB: https://www.gather.meckmom.comETSY: https://www.etsy.com/shop/meckmomINSTAGRAM: Instagram @meckmomlifePODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER=================================This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Section 12 - Historical Background: Joseph Knight, a successful farmer living in Fayette, New York, was a loyal friend and former employer of Joseph Smith. Knowing Joseph Smith was translating the gold plates while in Harmony, Pennsylvania, Knight brought down a wagon of supplies to help Joseph and Emma. While there, he asked for a personal revelation, probably through the Urim and Thummim. Recap: The Lord confirms His divinity. Those who labor in His vineyard will be blessed and find salvation. Joseph Knight is counselled to be humble, loving, faithful and charitable.  Section 13 – Historical Background: While translating the plates, Joseph and Oliver were impressed with the subject of baptism which was frequently discussed in the record. Wondering what to do about their own baptism, they asked upon the Lord. As a result, a Heavenly manifestation opened before them as John the Baptist appeared and conferred the Aaronic priesthood upon Joseph and Oliver. Having this new authority, Joseph and Oliver baptized one another. Recap: John the Baptist confers the Aaronic Priesthood upon Joseph and Oliver, giving them authority to baptize into Christ's church. Sections 14-16 – Historical Background: After receiving the Melchizedek Priesthood from Peter, James and John, believed to have occurred in early June, 1829, the persecution in Harmony became severe. Joseph was instructed by the Lord to flee with Emma to Fayette, New York where the Whitmer family offered to share their small and modest home with them. Three of the Whitmer sons, David, John and Peter Jr, asked for personal revelations from Joseph. Recap: The Lord declares the divinity of these blessings, coming from God and not from Joseph. Counsel given to labor in the vineyard, keep God's commandments and preach repentance. All were asked to endure to the end. Unfortunately, Peter was the only one who remained loyal to the Lord. Section 17 – Historical Background: During the translation of the plates, it was learned that the Lord would establish the truthfulness of the record by three witnesses (see 2 Nephi 27:12 and Ether 5:4). Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer and Martin Harris all desired to be given the privilege of seeing the Gold Plates. Joseph inquired of the Lord concerning this, through the Urim and Thummim. Recap: Oliver Cowdery, David Whitmer and Martin Harris are promised that if they have adequate faith, they will be allowed to not only see the Gold Plates, but also the breastplate, the sword of Laban, the Urim and Thummim, and the Liahona. They are commanded to use this witness to testify to the world of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon and its translation by the gift and power of God.

Send us a textWelcome to Grounded, where women and men of all ages, nationalities, and backgrounds gather together with me, Dr. Barbara Morgan Gardner and my guests as we strive to build a bedrock understanding of the life and teachings of Jesus Christ and become more like him. Today, join me from Historic Harmony, Pennsylvania as we look at: what the priesthood is, the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood, and the priesthood power and authority of men and women.Grounded Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegroundedpodcast_/Grounded Podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGroundedPodcast?mibextid=LQQJ4dBarbara Morgan Gardner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbarbaramorgangardner/?hl=enBarbara Morgan Gardner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/barbara.morgan.37051/Support the show

An in-depth study of D&C 12-17 - revelations to Joseph Knight Sr. and David, John, and Peter Whitmer Jr., as well as events surrounding the experience of the 3 Witnesses and the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood. 0:00 Introduction and Overview 3:03 Burning Daylight 11:37 Preparing the Way 24:27 The Greatest Gift 33:06 Form Letters or Individual Attention 45:52 Witnesses and Witnessing 57:09 The Meaning and Intention of Scripture 1:11:32 Tapping into Transcendence 1:24:43 One-Liners

→ Watch on YouTube → Detailed Show Notes → Timestamps: (00:00) The historical background of the Knight family.(13:42) Philo Dibble's experience with Newel Knight in Missouri.(24:18) Being humble.(34:40) Being full of love.(36:23) The restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood. We are His hands.(41:44) The Sons of Levi will offer an Offering The post Ep 308 | D&C 12-17; Joseph Smith History 1:66-75, Come Follow Me 2025 (February 17-23) appeared first on LDS Scripture Teachings.

The Vindication of the Aaronic Priesthood ✨

In this episode of Religion Today, host Martin Tanner describes the little known details of the restoration of the Melchizedek Priesthood, on Sunday, May 24, 1829, nine days after the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood, on Friday, May 15, 1829.  Peter, James and John appeared to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery, at the crack of dawn, the day after they had been acquitted after a two day trial, of all charges, including "deception" which be the same as a "fraud" charge today.  A mob, angry over the acquittal, waited for Joseph and Oliver to exit the courtroom at Colesville Tavern (a lodging place, post office and courthouse, not a liquor store or drinking establishment).  Instead of exiting out the front door, Oliver and Joseph jumped out a rear window of the Coles Tavern, and walked all night on their 27 mile journey home through the wilderness.  After traveling about 17 miles, Oliver, exhausted, was ready to give out. Just then, at early dawn, Peter, James and John appeared and conferred the Melchizedek Priesthood on Joseph and Oliver  

THE EXCOMMUNICATION OF JESUS CHRIST AND HIS BELIEVERS, Part 1 of Chapter 12 of The Church and The Priesthood    Pages 196 to 214   When Jacob gathered his 12 sons together to give them their patriarchal blessings, he prophesied what would happen to their descendants down to the last days. In the blessing for Judah and his tribe, he declared, “The sceptre shall not depart from Judah, nor a lawgiver from between his feet, until Shiloh (the Savior) come; . . . (Gen. 49:10)   To Moses was given the task of giving the Priesthood (sceptre) and its higher laws, but the people did not qualify. So Moses established a church with the Aaronic Priesthood and its lesser laws. The Jews (descendants of Judah) maintained both the Priesthood, its principles, ordinances and church down to the time that the Savior (Shiloh) came to earth.   Jesus was born and raised in this church and soon became a full-fledged Rabbi with all their rights and privileges of teaching the Gospel. Jesus, however, was blessed with such wisdom and understanding that even at age 12 He confounded the wisest of the Pharisees on Priesthood issues.   When He began to teach the laws of the higher Priesthood, he was rejected and “cast out” of the synagogues. This story of Christ's rejection is told in the King James version of the Bible, but it is told better in some of the other versions. 

The episode begins with a TREMENDOUS amount of gratitude for those who donated to Sweetwater Rescue's fundraiser to help Latter-day Saints in Rio Gallegos get to the temple  (https://www.sweetwaterrescue.org). Gerrit answers litner's questions about the changes made to Aaronic Priesthood offices and responsibilities. Sign up for our free monthly email: ⁠ https://standardoftruthpodcast.substack.com If you have any questions or possible topics of discussion for upcoming podcasts, please email us at: ⁠questions@standardoftruthpodcast.com Standard of Truth Tour dates for the summer of 2025: https://standardoftruth.com/tours/ Missouri/Nauvoo – June 22nd through June 28th Palmyra/Kirtland – August 3rd through August 9th

In this Bible Study, we look closely at God's instructions for the creation of the High Priest's garments, the outfit that Aaron (the first Jewish High Priest) would have worn.  We look at every element, including the undergarments, the tunic, the robe, and the ephod (what is an Ephod???)  We also look at the two shoulder pieces, the breast piece, the sash, and the turban (with the gold engraved plate).  What are the urim and thummim and how would the High Priest have used those to discern God's decrees?  All this and more we discuss as we study Exodus 28. Outline: 01:13- introduction 01:31 - Aaron and the Levitical priesthood (the Aaronic Priesthood).  Genesis 34, Genesis 49.5-7, Exodus 32.26-29, John 15.16 and Leviticus 10. 02:11 - Who was Levi? 06:29 - Who were Nadab, Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar? 06:57 - What was the responsibility of the high priest? Exodus 30.30, 40.13, 15, Leviticus 7.35, John 21.17, Malachi 2.7, Ezekiel 8, Lamentations 4.13, Malachi 1.6-2.9, 1 Peter 2.5,9 13:15 - The High Priest's Garments 14:54 - Why did the high priest wear this ornate outfit?  17:02 - A quick explanation of the outfit of Aaron the High Priest. Undergarments, Tunic, The base layer was very plain white linen.  The Robe, the Ephod, two shoulder pieces, the breast piece, the sash to tie around the ephod, and the turban with a gold plate.  The urim and thummim (Leviticus 8.8, Deuteronomy 33.8, Ezra 2.63, Nehemiah 7.65). 21:10 - What were the urim and thummim? 23:46 - Exodus 28 - Read 32:00 - Why are the bells on the robe?  Why would Aaron die if he was not wearing the special garments? 34:09 - The High Priest was a picture of Christ. Hebrews 5.1, 6.20, 7.26, 9.24-28 and Genesis 14 Genesis 14 Bible Study - who is Melchizedek video: https://youtu.be/7MRx4dqIJic Support Iron Sheep Ministries: https://Ironsheep.org/donate Listen to the podcast: https://anchor.fm/ironsheep Contact Dave & the ISM team: info@ironsheep.org Be notified of each new teaching, join the email list: http://eepurl.com/g-2zAD Books/resources used or referenced: Video of the high priest's garments created by Redeemer-of-israel.blogspotcom on Youtube at Messages of Christ Dave reads from an NIV (New International Version) of the Bible. Courson, Jon.  Jon Courson's Application Commentary Old Testament Vol. 1.  Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, 2005. https://www.christianbook.com/coursons-application-commentary-genesis-revelation-volumes/jon-courson/9780310118312/pd/0118312?event=ESRCG Enns, Peter. The NIV Application Commentary, Exodus. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000. https://www.christianbook.com/exodus-niv-application-commentary/peter-enns/9780310206071/pd/0206073?event=ESRCG Rose Guide to the Tabernacle.  Peabody, MA; Rose Publishing, 2008. https://www.christianbook.com/rose-guide-to-the-tabernacle/benjamin-galan/9781596362765/pd/362765?event=ESRCG Wiersbe, Warren W.. The Bible Exposition Commentary, Old Testament, The Pentateuch. Colorado Springs, CO: David C. Cook, 2001. https://www.christianbook.com/the-bible-exposition-commentary-6-volumes/warren-wiersbe/9786125030474/pd/030474?event=ESRCG --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ironsheep/support

Now we understand and should try to relate to the First-Century audience as the author of the letter makes the case for Messiah Yeshua's place in the “big picture” and in the lives of the individuals as their standard of lifestyle was about to go away–the destruction of the Temple by the Romans and the suspension of the Aaronic/Levitical priesthood. With that said we now go into chapter five where the author explains the differences between the Aaronic/Levitical priesthood and the Melchizedekian priesthood. Then from chapter five Rabbi Steve touches on chapter six where we see a passage that has perplexed many, verses 4 through 6, specifically the word ‘impossible'. Does the passage tell us that some are doomed to destruction with no return? If you've ever been told that the Book of Hebrews is just too hard to understand, then you definitely should watch this episode. Rabbi Berkson breaks down verse by verse, passage by passage, passionately relating the revealed meanings so that you understand and benefit. Questions: • If Messiah Yeshua takes on the role of High Priest (Heb 3:1) and does not qualify for the Aaronic - Priesthood, how can He be in that role? • What “perfected” Messiah Yeshua? What do we struggle with? • How does one become “dull of hearing”? What does it mean to be “dull of hearing”? • What are “dead works”? Take advantage of new teachings every week. To learn more about MTOI, visit our website, https://mtoi.org. Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mtoiworldwide Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mtoi_worldwide You can contact MTOI by emailing us at admin@mtoi.org or calling 423-250-3020. Join us for Shabbat Services & Torah Study LIVE, streamed on our YouTube Channel every Saturday at 1:15 pm and every Friday for Torah Study Live Stream at 7:30 pm, eastern time.

This faith-refreshing conversation on the For All The Saints podcast is all about the restoration of the Aaronic Priestood. Steven J. Lund currently serves as the Young Men General President of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, he has served in this role since 2020. I wanted to speak to President Lund on the week that commemorates the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood (May 15, 1829) and catch up on the function and state of the Aaronic Priesthood today, as well as those who traditionally hold it - young men. Who better to speak to than the President of the global program. Some highlights from this episode include what it's really like to speak at General Conference, the experience of attending the first FSY in Pakistan, and how adults can best support youth in the Gospel.--Follow For All The Saints on social media for updates and inspiring content:www.instagram.com/forallthesaintspodhttps://www.facebook.com/forallthesaintspod/For All The Saints episodes are released every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVDUQg_qZIU&list=UULFFf7vzrJ2LNWmp1Kl-c6K9Qhttps://open.spotify.com/show/3j64txm9qbGVVZOM48P4HS?si=bb31d048e05141f2https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/for-all-the-saints/id1703815271If you have feedback or any suggestions for topics or guests, connect with Ben & Sean via hello@forallthesaints.org or DM on InstagramConversations to Refresh Your Faith.For All The Saints podcast was established in 2023 by Ben Hancock to express his passion and desire for more dialogue around faith, religious belief, and believers' perspectives on the topics of our day. Tune into For All The Saints every Monday on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.Follow For All The Saints on social media for daily inspiration.

Jesus is a better hope than the Old Testament law and priesthood could give. Why? Because the law gave a priesthood that brought imperfection, impermanence, and was impotent. But Jesus brings perfection, permanence and power.  So in and by Jesus we can truly draw near to God. 

This week we interview Dr. Matthew Godfrey, the Senior Managing Historian for Outreach and Engagement in the Church History Department of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Previously, he served for over eight years as the managing historian of the Joseph Smith Papers Project. In this episode we discuss how to have difficult conversations about what might seem as difficult subjects of the Church.

Today we sit down with Kurt Francom. You probably know him as the host of the Leading Saints Podcast. After interviewing hundreds of people about leading in the church and teaching hundreds of times, he knows a few things about teaching. We ask him about what he has learned as he has taught the saints and what others he has interviewed have learned as well.

Recently, the Sunday School General Presidency sat down with a group of people and talked about gospel teaching. We weren't there, but we have the notes of those who were there. Thanks to LDS LIVING for sharing those notes.

Julie recently trained all the missionaries in the Vancouver, Washington mission about how to use questions in teaching as a missionary. She walks us through her teaching experiences and show us how to ask good questions so the person learning is actually teaching themselves.

In this episode we talk with Dan and Bekah Dayley where we learn how they teach with the spirit, embracing awkward pauses, and foster an atmosphere of authentic comments —all in an organic Thursday night discussion group you have to hear about!

This episode is a lesson in the art of asking questions, appropriately responding with empathy, and the profound impact these skills can have in teaching the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Recently, Kevin attended Julie's adult religion class and wrote down the questions she asked. Then in this episode, Kevin showed why her questions were brilliant - whether she knew it or not.

Let's talk about the intricate dance between simplicity and complexity in learning and teaching the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. https://teachingrestored.com

Effective teaching is not just about what you know; it's about how well you connect with those you teach and facilitate their growth.

Julie takes us on a journey of teaching those with special needs. She provides an honest look at the fears, struggles, and triumphs that come with parenting a child who lives in the world differently.

John Walters grew up in Utah after moving there when he was eight years old. His parents are converts and one of his earliest memories is being sealed as a family when he was six years old. John joined the Marines and served for six years, including two one-year-long deployments. He served a mission in Peru and earned a BA in Psychology and a Master's in Business Administration from the University of Utah. John now lives in Houston, Texas, where he works as a sales leader for a large oil and gas company. His greatest joys come from his wife Angela and their four kids. John has served in many callings, including as a Primary teacher, in a Young Men presidency, in several elders quorum presidencies, as a high councilor, and currently as bishop. Links The Intentional Father: A Practical Guide to Raise Sons of Courage and Character There is already a discussion started about this podcast. Share your thoughts in the community HERE. Watch on YouTube Transcript coming soon Get 14-day access to the Core Leader Library Highlights 2:30 Introduction to John and leading the youth as a bishop 5:00 It all starts with mindset 6:30 A youth leader needs a vision for what they are looking toward as they usher the youth along in their own journey. The youth program is a preparatory phase. 7:00 What is the Aaronic Priesthood actually preparing you for? 9:50 Having a mindset and vision of how you are preparing the youth for their future. John shares his mindset and vision for the youth in his ward and talks about the importance of articulating the vision. 12:00 John shares a personal experience of working with a young man that was struggling. Instead of focusing on getting him to go on a mission, he focused on him having special experiences with Jesus Christ. 16:00 There are some common misunderstandings with the youth program. What does it really mean to let them lead? 20:20 An integrative approach to the youth program. The four intentional questions: Know - What do we want them to know by the time they leave the youth program? Do - What do we want them to be able to do or skills do we want them to have? Be - What kind of person should they be? Experiences - What kind of experiences do we want them to have had by the time they graduate the youth program? 21:55 Some examples of applying the four intentional questions 24:55 As youth leaders in the ward you can build as much or little structure into the youth program as you need. Use the four intentional questions to help cover the touch points that you have. 27:00 John shares some examples of using the four intentional questions in his ward. One of the skills they have identified the youth needed was to be able to interact and talk with other people appropriately. They plan activities and conferences to focus on this need. They plan with intentionality. 29:50 Customizing the youth program especially for the youth in your ward. You can change things up. John's young women didn't do a traditional five-day camp because they couldn't find a week where everyone could be there. They broke it up into five one-day camps. 34:30 Leadership is a journey and collaborative effort. It takes time to gain some traction in your new calling. 37:15 Meetings between the bishopric and the young women's presidency. John explains what they discuss and focus on in their meetings. 38:40 How do you focus on the youth and not get caught up with other things in the ward? 41:00 John shares his final thoughts on how leadership has changed him and made him a better follower of Jesus Christ. The Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints' mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway,

Join us as we give in for a double feature - gospel learning and an example of how to teach talk less and teach more!

Do you dive in and teach the doctrine fully and run up against some contention and maybe even some confusion?

In this episode of Teaching Restored, Kevin & Julie dig deep into the impact that our own stories have on the way we teach, what we teach, and the relationship with those we teach. They'll challenge you to examine and, when necessary, rewrite your narratives to align with a more positive and peaceful outlook, drawing from personal experiences and spiritual insights.

Join hosts Julie Hillyard and Kevin Jones as they dive deep into the power of God's word in teaching and transforming lives. This episode is a testament to the need for embracing scriptures in our daily lives for profound experiences.

In this episode we talk with Greg and Brad Gillespie, brothers who currently both serve as seminary teachers.

In this episode, hosts Kevin Jones and Julie Hilliard dive into the often overlooked, yet incredibly powerful, art of intentional invitations.

In this episode we are going to focus on what teachers can do to prepare effective lessons.

In this episode of Teaching Restored, we talk about what Kevin calls the Ts & Cs. It has helped guid his method of teaching and sharing the restored gospel. Kevin & Julie walk through the deeper meaning of the Ts&Cs+ and find hidden gems to share information and testimony and bring the Spirit in a conversation. Grab the show notes at https://teachingrestored.com

In this episode of Teaching Restored, we tackle the common issue of lessons being derailed and provide practical advice on how to handle it.

In this episode of Teaching Restored, Kevin & Julie talk about the highlights of the October 2023 Conference from a teacher's perspective. From the power of temples to creating channels for God's love, we explore the importance of fostering good relationships and eliminating contention in our lives. We also discuss the challenges of recognizing and feeling the Spirit, addressing sensitive comments in the classroom, and the unexpected gems they found in the conference talks. Join us as we explore the practical insights and heartfelt reflections shared in this special edition episode. Get updates and connect on other platforms: https://teachingrestored.com

Join Kevin Jones and Julie Hillyard as they delve into the journey of seeking feedback to become more effective teachers. They uncover the priceless significance of both positive and constructive feedback. The essence of this practice lies in the art of posing targeted questions that pave the way for growth. By seeking the wisdom of trusted participants and embracing observations, we unearth the gems that propel our teaching journey forward.

In this episode of Teaching Restored, we dive into the transformative power of empathic listening. Join us as we explore the difference between attentive and empathic listening and discover how being vulnerable to the Spirit's guidance can enhance our teaching. Through personal stories and practical insights, we learn the importance of actively listening, summarizing responses, and providing emotional air to create a safe and engaging classroom environment. Tune in to learn how to foster understanding, gain valuable insights from others, and truly connect with our students through empathic listening.

In this question-provoking episode of Teaching Restored, we explore the profound impact of skillful questioning in the teaching process. Join us as we delve into the power of questioning assumptions and challenging beliefs, and discover how it can lead to growth and self-reflection. Through personal stories and examples, we learn how asking the right questions can foster engaging discussions, create transformative moments, and strengthen the connection between teacher and student. Elevate your teaching skills and unlock the potential for deeper learning by incorporating skillful questioning into your lessons.

In this episode, Ken unveils the significance of the division of the original Melchizedek Priesthood to create the Aaronic Priesthood and how that created irreparable limitations in the religious practice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ken-adams1/support