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Hank Smith & John Bytheway
Do you ever feel that preparing for your weekly Come, Follow Me lesson falls short? Join hosts Hank Smith and John Bytheway as they interview experts to make your study for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Come, Follow Me course not only enjoyable but original and educational. If you are looking for resources to make your LDS study fresh, faithful, and fun--no matter your age--then join us every Wednesday morning. Show notes: https://followhim.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Instagram: Instagram.com/followhimpodcast Facebook: Facebook.com/followhimpodcastThe followHIM Podcast is not affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The opinions expressed on episodes represent the views of the guest and podcasters alone.
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Jan 17, 2021 • 46min
Doctrine and Covenants 3-5 : Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat : Part I
Have you made a mistake that takes 2400+ years to repair? How did the stolen 116 pages affect the relationship between Joseph Smith, Lucy Mack Smith, Lucy Harris, and Martin Harris? Join us for Episode 4 as Dr. Gerrit Dirkmaat dramatically shares details about Emma’s brush with death, Joseph and Emma’s first baby’s passing, and why the pages were stolen and not lost--stolen!Show notes available at followhim.co
Jan 12, 2021 • 25min
Joseph Smith History 1:27-65 : Dr. Michael MacKay: Part II
Why were Joseph and others searching for treasure? How did the Smith family's financial straits play into Joseph not receiving the plates for years, and how was marriage essential for Joseph? In Episode 3, Part II, we discuss how crucial it was for a woman to be a part of founding the Church, the effect of Alvin's death on the Smith Family, and the evidence of a stone box on the Hill Cumorah.
Jan 10, 2021 • 40min
Joseph Smith History 1:27-65 : Dr. Michael MacKay: Part I
Imagine Joseph Smith, not as the prophet of the Restoration, but as a teenager filled with a cheery temperament. What was Joseph like before he was a Latter-day Saint? We get to know a teenager as he becomes a married prophet as Dr. Michael MacKay explains what it means that Joseph “has a work . . . to do." Suppose each religion and people are like a unique, indispensable fabric woven together by the golden thread of the Gospel, temple covenants, and the Savior; what is our part in the sewing? Dr. Michael MacKay reminds us that every human being has already chosen the Savior. Join us as we discuss how Joseph Smith brings forth what is to become the most inclusive religion the world has ever known.
Jan 3, 2021 • 46min
Joseph Smith History 1:1-26: Dr. Steven Harper: Part II
Part II of this week's episode.Dr. Harper focuses on the First Vision and touches on the four first-hand accounts. Multiple accounts of miraculous events describe a pattern throughout the scriptures (Alma the Younger, Paul, etc.).
Jan 3, 2021 • 33min
Joseph Smith History 1:1-26: Dr. Steven Harper: Part I
In a captivating discussion, Dr. Steven Harper, a BYU professor and historian specializing in Joseph Smith history, shares insights into the remarkable narrative of Joseph Smith's early life. He highlights the substantial impact of Smith's family dynamics and religious struggles, illustrating how these experiences shaped his faith and commitment. The conversation dives into the trials faced by the Smith family, including financial hardship and health crises, alongside the evolving views on alcohol and the significance of the Word of Wisdom in their spiritual journey.
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Dec 27, 2020 • 1h 9min
Doctrine & Covenants Section 1 : Dr. Anthony Sweat
Dr. Anthony Sweat, an Associate Professor of Church History at Brigham Young University and author of 'Seekers Wanted,' shares his insights into the Doctrine and Covenants. He reveals that Section 1 was not the first version and discusses its foundational role in personal revelation. Sweat cleverly connects modern culture, including Pinterest and ESPN, to scripture study. The conversation also highlights Joseph Smith's pivotal contributions and the importance of understanding agency in faith, encouraging listeners to engage deeply with their beliefs.
