followHIM Doctrine & Covenants 135-136 Part 2 • Dr. Keith Erekson • November 24-30 • Come Follow Me
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Nov 19, 2025 Dr. Keith Erekson, a historian specializing in Latter-day Saint history, explores Doctrine and Covenants Sections 135-136. He delves into Brigham Young's leadership, illustrating his humble commitment to guiding the Saints westward. Erekson highlights the significance of Section 136 in organizing the pioneer trek, emphasizing community unity through shared behavioral commandments. He also contrasts myths about prophets, portraying them as fallible mortals guided by divine revelation, urging a focus on the ongoing Restoration.
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Organize Into Covenant Companies
- Organize people into covenant groups and assign leaders to ensure the vulnerable are cared for.
- Enforce simple behavioral commandments to maintain unity and stewardship during large undertakings.
Crossing As An Act Of Praise
- The revelation links travel with praise: singing, dancing, and rejoicing were part of pioneer life.
- Praise functioned as spiritual and communal sustenance during the journey west.
Pioneers Danced, Courted, And Pranked
- Pioneer journals show young people danced, courted, and pulled pranks during the trek.
- Life on the trail included merriment like grease-pranks and nightly music despite hardship.
