followHIM Genesis 12–17; Abraham 1–2 Part 1 • Dr. Jenae Nelson • Feb. 16-22 • Come, Follow Me
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Feb 11, 2026 Dr. Jenae Nelson, a developmental psychologist and BYU professor focused on youth development and faith, links Abraham’s journey to covenant identity, healing from trauma, and claiming priesthood power. Short takes: leaving survival modes, covenants as healing markers, priesthood power vs authority, boundaries and belonging, and becoming a finisher in faith.
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Covenants As Eternal Tokens
- The Foundling Hospital token illustrates that covenants act as eternal identifying tokens for reclaiming children of God.
- Dr. Jenae Nelson urges us to examine what spiritual tokens we carry that mark us as part of the house of Israel.
Abrahamic Covenant: Blessings And Process
- The Abrahamic covenant gives priesthood, promised land, and posterity to bless all families of the earth.
- It outlines a process of return to God's presence tied to covenant keeping and unique commandments.
Authority Versus Power
- Priesthood authority (ordination) differs from priesthood power (worthiness and obedience).
- Dr. Jenae Nelson emphasizes women access priesthood power through covenants and temple endowment.
