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Distinctive Christianity154. Loren Pankratz on the Problem of Evil and Mormonism's 'Great Secret'In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Loren Pankratz to discuss his article: “Mormonism’s ‘Great Secret,’ Freedom, and Evil”. What is the Problem of Evil, both in terms of the existence of evil and of “gratuitous evil”? Is it a problem of equal weight upon the Christian and LDS traditions, given their differing views of the nature of God and gods? Today, Loren takes us through the Christian thinking of Alvin Plantinga and others and how they have argued in defense of God in a way that takes into account the Problem of Evil – and then uses that analysis to see...2025-06-231h 36
Mormon LandThe life and times of a liberal apostle | Episode 396To many liberal members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, apostle Hugh B. Brown was an ecclesiastical icon, a fierce warrior for social justice and a passionate proponent of ending the faith’s former temple/priesthood exclusion of Black members. Still, Brown was not without his critics, including some strong opponents among the church’s highest leadership ranks.
As a member of the governing First Presidency from 1961 to 1970, for example, Brown wrangled with future church Presidents Harold B. Lee and Ezra Taft Benson, as well as other apostles.
“For a generation of Latter...2025-06-1856 min
Mis lecturas sobre la feJohn A. Widtsoe y su relación con la obra del templo2025-05-3005 min
Gospel Tangents PodcastJoseph Fielding Smith EvolutionJoseph Fielding Smith: evolution was not something he thought highly of. The son of Joseph F. Smith and grandson of Hyrum Smith, was a prominent figure in the history of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As an apostle from 1910 and later Church President, he became known for his strong defense of traditional doctrines, often clashing with those who sought to reconcile faith with modern scientific and academic thought.
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Joseph Fielding Smith Evolution
One of the most famous...2025-05-2519 min
Mis lecturas sobre la feLa adoración moderna en el templo a través de los ojos del élder John A. Widtsoe2025-05-1306 min
THINNING OF THE VEILPRIESTESS, PROPHETESS, QUEEN OF THE MOST HIGHCovenantal Women of the Church of Jesus of Latter Day Saints, have been given the promise that they may attain to Eternal Godhood. Women are given spiritual gifts and priesthood power within their roles as a priestess, prophetess, queen, and matriarch to accomplish the work of our Eternal Parents. Their work is to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man. This episode explores the meaning behind each of these sacred responsibilities and also the doctrine, that as women, we are patterned after our Eternal Mother. Through examining scriptures, prophetic teachings, and doctrinal citations, we find that...2025-05-061h 25
Y ReligionUnderstanding Our Jewish Neighbors (Shon Hopkin) The John A. Widtsoe Foundation recently introduced the Understanding Our Neighbors series to “foster respect and interfaith dialogue.” In this episode Professor Shon Hopkin, Department Chair of BYU Ancient Scripture, discusses the second book in this series Understanding Our Jewish Neighbors co-written with Rabbi Mark S. Diamond. The book presents guide to understanding the similarities and differences between The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and leading Jewish traditions. Professor Hopkin explains how listeners can take away a succinct understanding, reverence, and appreciation for both faiths, their traditions, and their members. Publications: Understan...2025-05-0152 min
Revelation Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minDoctrine and Covenants Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minLDS History Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minJesus Christ Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minCome Follow Me Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minCome Follow Me with FAIR Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minMike Parker Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 min
Latter-day Saint FAIR-CastCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minPodcast Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minHosts Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 minProphets Archives | FAIRCome, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 29, 43, 45, 116, 133 – Mike ParkerThe second coming of Jesus Christ (D&C sections 29, 43, 45, 116, 133)
by Mike Parker
(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)
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Additional Reading
Elder John A. Widtsoe of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gave some important cautions on interpreting prophecies of...2025-04-2642 min
W. Cleon Skousen InsightsA Personal Search for the Meaning of the AtonementIn one of the most exhaustive, scripture based presentations on the Atonement, respected gospel scholar W. Cleon Skousen opens our understanding of the majesty and breadth of Jesus' sacrifice and how we can apply the principles of the Atonement in our lives.
As stated by Elder Bruce R. McConkie, "The doctrine of the Atonement embraces, sustains, supports, and gives life and force to all other gospel doctrines. It is the foundation upon which all truth rests..."
So what is the meaning of the Atonement? And why is the Atonement even necessary?
At the...2025-04-021h 19Mormon LandThe conservative LDS prophet who led fights over evolution, the age of the Earth and orthodoxy | Episode 381Joseph Fielding Smith’s family tree alone makes him a significant player in the history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
His father, Joseph F. Smith, was the faith’s sixth president. His grandfather was Hyrum Smith, who was slain with his great-uncle, church founder Joseph Smith. His son-in-law, in fact, was apostle Bruce R. McConkie, a theological kindred spirit.
Joseph Fielding Smith served as an apostle for 60 years, church historian for 49 and as the church’s 10th president for two. But he will forever be remembered more for his prose and his po...2025-03-0546 min
Distinctive Christianity134. Loren Pankratz on Blake Ostler's KFD RevisionismIn this episode, we interview Dr. Loren Pankratz about his article “Was Joseph Smith a Monarchotheist? An Engagement with Blake Ostler’s Theological Position on the Nature of God”. Loren takes us through how LDS philosopher Blake Ostler is not only making theological claims, but historical claims regarding Joseph Smith’s theology – some of which are at odds with the plain reading and more mainstream interpretation of Smith’s King Follet Discourse and Sermon in the Grove. How far did Joseph Smith go in his teaching of a plurality of gods, the nature of god(s), the eternal progression of man, and...2025-02-241h 28
Distinctive Christianity133. Thomas Alexander on LDS Apostle John A. WidtsoeIn this episode, we interview Dr. Thomas G. Alexander about his book John A. Widtsoe: Scientist and Theologian, 1872-1952. We cover some basics of Widtsoe’s biography, including a prestigious career as a scientist and public administrator - in addition to being an LDS Apostle who wrote a lot about LDS doctrine and practice. What was Widtsoe’s contributions in Mormon history and thought – and what are the implications for today? “What is Man?” by John A. Widtsoe (October 1936 General Conference) Book: John A. Widtsoe: Scientist and Theologian, 1872-1952 by Thomas Alexander Other books a...2025-02-171h 11
Distinctive Christianity129. Bradley Campbell on the LDS Presiding PatriarchIn this episode, we welcome back Bradley Campbell of God Loves Mormons about his video regarding the origin, history and then elimination of the office of Presiding Patriarch of the LDS Church. Bradley takes us through some of the essential issues, historically – and lands on some of the ironies, theologically, when it comes to LDS interpretation and apologetic use of Ephesians 4.11 in promoting and defending the Mormon Restoration. First filled by Joseph Smith’s father: Joseph Smith, Sr. - this office was seen as not only (at least) presiding over the patriarchal priesthood, but as a position from which the...2025-02-031h 30
Distinctive Christianity114. Kim Riddlebarger on 1 CorinthiansIn this episode, Skyler interviews Dr. Kim Riddlebarger about his commentary First Corinthians. Kim takes us through some of the teachings of Paul in this epistle and how they inform a correct understanding of the Christian Faith. Along the way, we discuss LDS attempts at appropriating their own doctrines and practices from the Epistle - and whether those attempts are, in any way, credible. First Corinthians (2nd edition) in the Lectio Continua Commentary SeriesThe Riddleblog The Blessed Hope Podcast “Man As a Body-Soul Composite” by Kim Ridd...2024-11-111h 36
THINNING OF THE VEILANGELS PART 1: "...FOR IT IS BY FAITH THAT ANGELS APPEAR AND MINISTER UNTO MEN..." (Moroni 7:37)While we are called upon from the Lord to minister to those on the other side of the veil, the Lord also calls upon our ancestors to minister to us, their descendants. Their "ministering assignments" are to help those whom they love in the flesh through differing means and ways. Angels and ministering spirits are part of the army that are sent to help in the Gathering of Israel by providing protection, give loving messages from above, warning of potential pitfalls, and guiding us safely home. This episode explores the various means that angels aide us and also the p...2024-08-271h 06
THINNING OF THE VEILYOU WERE BORN FOR GLORY!!!Have you ever felt that God doesn't know who you are or why you are here? This episode discusses and addresses the lies that Satan wants you to believe and the truth the God definitely knows who you are, what you are capable of, and that He needs you in His work. Tia also shares a very recent thinning of the veil experience that answered all of those questions for her and reminded her that God really does love her and needs her to help Gather Israel.Website: https://www.thinningoftheveil.com/YouTube Channel: https...2024-07-1656 min
Distinctive Christianity77. Matthew Emadi on the Melchizedek PriesthoodIn this episode, Skye interviews Dr. Matthew Emadi on his book The Royal Priest: Psalm 110 in Biblical Theology. Psalm 110 is the most quoted or alluded Old Testament text in the New Testament – and today we are going to learn from one of the leading experts on this important biblical text. Joseph Smith, in the last section of his last sermon (“The Sermon in the Grove”) stated that: “All men are liars who say they are of the true Church without revelations of Jesus Christ and the Priesthood of Melchisedek, which is after the order of the Son of God.”...2024-03-181h 35
Distinctive Christianity58. CFM: 1-3 John and JudeOriginal title: Is God Love or Is God Loving? - Nelson's "Divine Love" of the GodsIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-ninth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (November 27-December 3) is titled “God Is Love” and covers 1-3 John and Jude. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Pastor E...2023-11-271h 34
Signature Books PodcastThomas G. Alexander on John A. Widtsoe: Scientist and TheologianToday we talk with historian Thomas G. Alexander, author of John A. Widtsoe: Scientist and Theologian 1872-1952, a new biography in Signature’s Brief Biography series. Widtsoe (1872–1952) served as an LDS apostle for over thirty years and came to this position as an established author, scientist, and administrator, who believed science and religion could be harmonized and that all truth should be embraced and understood. Who was this man who was so influential in his day but who most Latter-day Saints today may know little or nothing about? Find out in this episode.2023-11-1428 min
Distinctive Christianity49. CFM: 1 and 2 ThessaloniansOriginal title: The Great Apostasy: How flexible is the Mormon narrative?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-third lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Oct. 16-22) is titled “Perfect That Which Is Lacking in Your Faith” and covers 1 and 2 Thessalonians. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. Correction: Skyler misspoke...2023-10-161h 30
Distinctive Christianity48. CFM: Philippians and ColossiansOriginal title: The Only God Incarnate: The One and Only True Christ JesusIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the forty-second lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Oct. 9-15) is titled “I Can Do All Things Through Christ Which Strengtheneth Me” and covers Philippians and Colossians. We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors! Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here and/or here. 2023-10-091h 16
Distinctive Christianity39. CFM: Romans 1-6Original title: When "grace" is natural, the Cross ignored, and exaltation is a ladderIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-third lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Aug. 7-13) is titled "The Power of God unto Salvation" and covers Romans 1-6.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Pastor Brendon's Colossians series can be found here.Seminary Manual...2023-08-071h 27
Distinctive Christianity37. CFM: Acts 16-21Original title: "We are His Offspring": Distinguishing Universal Image-Status from Particular Adoption-StatusIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the thirty-first lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (July 24-30) is titled "The Lord Had Called Us for to Preach the Gospel" and covers Acts 16-21.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!"I Am A Child of God" LDS Hymn #301The F...2023-07-241h 20
Distinctive Christianity35. CFM: Acts 6-9Original title: Jesus Standing *as* the Right Hand of the One GodIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-ninth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (July 10-16) is titled "What Wilt Thou Have Me Do?" and covers Acts 6-9.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Salt Lake School of TheologyFor a concise summary of what Christians would mean when we say...2023-07-101h 08
The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | Acts 1-2, 5 (CFM 7/3-9) with Evangelical guest Craig BlombergRobert Millet is joined today by Craig Blomberg, Emeritus Distinguished Professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary. The pair discussed what the book of Acts is about, and spoke about the Day of Pentecost and the story of Ananias as found in Acts 1-2, and 5, which is covered in the New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum on 7/3-9.
Speaker Bios:
Conversation host Robert L. Millet is Professor Emeritus of Ancient Scripture at Brigham University. He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from BYU in Psychology and his PhD from Fl...2023-07-0256 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | Luke 24, John 20-21: Resurrection (CFM 6/26-July 2) with special guest Peter HuffRobert Millet is joined today by Peter Huff, Roman Catholic Professor of Religious Studies and Chief Missions Officer at Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois. The pair discussed Latter-day Saint and Catholic perspectives on the Resurrection, in Luke 24 and John 20-21, which is covered in the New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum on 6/26-July 2.
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Conversation host Robert L. Millet is Professor Emeritus of Ancient Scripture at Brigham University. He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from BYU in Psychology and his PhD from Florida State University in Religious Studies. During his 31 ye...2023-06-2431 min
Distinctive Christianity32. CFM: Matthew 27, Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19Original title: The Cross: Repugnant and Taboo, or Definitive Symbol?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-sixth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (June 19-25) is titled "It Is Finished" and covers Matthew 27, Mark 15, Luke 23, and John 19.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Brendon's sermon series can be found here; and here's one on Ezra 4.Sources:D&C...2023-06-191h 16The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | Luke 23, The Cross (CFM 6/19-25) with special guest Peter HuffRobert Millet is joined today by Peter Huff, Roman Catholic Professor of Religious Studies and Chief Missions Officer at Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois. The pair discussed Latter-day Saint and Catholic perspectives on the words The Savior's spoke while on the cross, in Luke 23, which is covered in the New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum on 6/19-25.
Speaker Bios:
Conversation host Robert L. Millet is Professor Emeritus of Ancient Scripture at Brigham University. He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from BYU in Psychology and his PhD from Florida State University in Re...2023-06-1828 min
Distinctive Christianity31. CFM: Luke 22 and John 18Original title: Christ in the Garden - and you should, too!In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-fifth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (June 12-18) is titled "Not My Will, but Thine, Be Done" and covers Luke 22, and John 18.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Brendon's sermon series can be found here; and here's one on Ezra 4.Sou...2023-06-121h 23The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | Luke 22, Gethsemane (CFM 6/12-18) with special guest Peter HuffRobert Millet is joined today by Peter Huff, Roman Catholic Professor of Religious Studies and Chief Missions Officer at Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois. The pair discussed Latter-day Saint and Catholic perspectives on The Savior's time in Gethsemane, in Luke 22, which is covered in the New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum on 6/12-18.
Speaker Bios:
Conversation host Robert L. Millet is Professor Emeritus of Ancient Scripture at Brigham University. He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from BYU in Psychology and his PhD from Florida State University in Religious Studies. During his 31 ye...2023-06-1033 min
Distinctive Christianity30. CFM: John 14-17Original title: One means One, Way means Way, and the Gospel is not LawIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twenty-fourth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Jun 5-11) is titled "Continue Ye in My Love" and covers John 14-17.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Seminary Manual: here, here, and hereD&C 76, 88, 130 and 131; John 14 (and her...2023-06-051h 00The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | Matthew 24, The Olivet Discourse (CFM 5/22-28) with special guest Craig BlombergRobert Millet is joined today by Craig Blomberg, Emeritus Distinguished Professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary. The pair discussed the signs of the times as found Jesus' Olivet Discourse in Matthew 24, which is covered in the New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum on 5-22-28.
Quotes & references from this podcast:
Blomberg, Craig: The New American Commentary on Matthew [Nashville: Broadman Press, 1992], 369-70.: https://www.logos.com/product/2048/matthew
Dallin H. Oaks “Preparation for the Second Coming,” Ensign, May 2004. https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2004/05/preparation-for-the-second-coming?lang=eng
2023-05-2028 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | Matthew 25, The Parables of Preparation (CFM 5/22-28) with special guest Craig BlombergRobert Millet is joined today by Craig Blomberg, Emeritus Distinguished Professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary. The pair discussed Jesus' parables of preparation in Matthew 25, which is covered in the New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum on 5-22-28.
Speaker Bios:
Conversation host Robert L. Millet is Professor Emeritus of Ancient Scripture at Brigham University. He received his Bachelors and Masters degrees from BYU in Psychology and his PhD from Florida State University in Religious Studies. During his 31 years at BYU, he served as Chair of the department of...2023-05-2034 min
Distinctive Christianity24. CFM: John 7-10Original title: Is Jesus the Way - or an example of one who followed it?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the eighteenth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Apr. 24-30) is titled "I Am the Good Shepard", and covers John 7-10.We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Sources:JSH 1; D&C 88; D&C 89; D&C 93; Moses 1.39; Article...2023-04-241h 16The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | Matthew 16-17 and Mark 9 (CFM 4/10/23) with special guest Peter HuffRobert Millet is joined today by Peter Huff, Roman Catholic Professor of Religious Studies and Chief Missions Officer at Benedictine University in Lisle, Illinois.
The pair discussed Peter's Confession as found in Matthew 16, and The Transfiguration of Jesus in Matthew 17 and Mark 9, which are covered in the New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum on 4/10-16.
Quotes & references from this podcast:
“The Lord’s People Receive Revelation,” Conference Report, April 1971.): https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1971/04/the-lords-people-receive-revelation?lang=eng
The Gospel According to Matthew, Eerdmans, 1992, 422: https://www.eerdmans.com/Products/6498/the-gospel-of-matthew.aspx
Teachings of Presidents of the Church: Joseph Smith, 195: https...2023-04-081h 00The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | Matthew 13; Luke 12:13-21; Luke 16:19-31 (3/20/23 & 4/10/23) with special guest Craig BlombergRobert Millet is joined today by Craig Blomberg, Emeritus Distinguished Professor of New Testament at Denver Seminary. The pair discussed several of Jesus' parables, as found in Matthew 13; Luke 12:13-21; and Luke 16:19-31, which are covered in the New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum on 3/20-26, as well as 4/10-16.
Millet and Blomberg spoke about many of Jesus' most well-known parables, including the parable of the Sower, the Wheat and the Tares, The Laborers in the Vineyard, the Good Samaritan, the Rich Fool, the Lost Coin, the Prodigal Son, and the Lost Sheep. A key point for...2023-03-1859 min
Distinctive Christianity16. CFM: Matthew 11-12 and Luke 11Original title: "I will give you"...more work!; Self-reliance or Christ-reliance?In this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the twelfth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Mar. 13-19) covers Matthew 11-12, and Luke 11 - and is titled "I Will Give You Rest".We invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!Note 1: Scholar R.T. France notes that animal yokes are to be distinguished from human yokes...2023-03-131h 10
Distinctive Christianity11. CFM: Matthew 5 and Luke 6Original title: Be Perfect and the BeatitudesIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the eighth lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Feb. 13-19) covers Matthew 5 and Luke 6 - and is titled "Blessed Are Ye".If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!LDS Sources:Individuals and FamiliesB...2023-02-131h 22
Distinctive Christianity9. CFM: John 2-4Original Title: Marriage and God is SpiritIn this episode, Brendon and Skyler discuss the seventh lesson in the LDS Come, Follow Me sunday school manual. This week (Feb. 6-12) covers John ch.'s 2-4 and is titled "Ye Must Be Born Again".If you are in the Provo or Salt Lake City area - we invite you to worship with us on any Sunday - either at First Baptist Church of Provo or Christ Presbyterian Church in Magna. We welcome visitors!LDS Sources:Individuals and Fa...2023-02-061h 10
The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | John 3-4 (2/6/23) with special guest Peter HuffRobert Millet is joined today by Peter Huff, Chief Missions Officer at Benedictine University. The conversation focused on passages from John 3-4, part of the upcoming week's New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum (2/6-12).
They discussed Latter-day Saint and Catholic views on the meaning of being "born again," and the necessity of baptism, as well as the highs and depths of Spiritual life as a Christian. Brother Millet described a period in his life where depression made it challenging to have the Spirit present, and how that impacted him in his calling, and life. They also discussed...2023-02-0458 min
The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations with Robert Millet | John 1 (1/16/23) and Matthew 3 (1/23/23) with special guest Mark MaddixRobert Millet is joined today by Mark Maddix, Dean of Theology and Christian Ministries at Point Loma University. The pair discussed the definition of a "gospel" and why we refer to Matthew, Mark, Luke and John as "Synoptic Gospels" in the New Testament, as well as the differences between the four works. They also jumped into two passages from two upcoming weeks of the 2023 New Testament Come, Follow Me curriculum in January:
John 1: 1-19 (In the beginning was the WORD, corresponding with CFM 1/16-22).
They pondered together whether Protestants believe Jesus was the creator of o...2023-01-131h 00
The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Interfaith Conversations | Malachi with Rabbi Robbie Harris | CFM December 12-18, 2023The John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presented a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, a Widtsoe Foundation board member or friend hosted a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. We hope that...2022-12-1259 min
Saints PodcastV3 - E36: Carefully and PrayerfullyThis week we are joined by Alan Parrish, an emeritus professor of religious education at Brigham Young University, and Melissa Inouye, an historian in the Church History Department. First we discuss Clemencia Pivaral's journey to the Mesa Arizona Temple from her native home in Guatemala and the significance of such a journey. We then talk about John A. Widtsoe, a prominent recurring character in the book and his role in facilitating a temple for Europe.2022-11-2324 min
LDS Last Days Prophecy and Gospel DiscussionsDEFINITIONS of Reincarnation, Chapter 2 of ReincarnationDEFINITIONS, Chapter 2 of Reincarnation Read along here: https://at.tumblr.com/fundamentallymormon/definitions-of-reincarnation-chapter-2-of/kbj55ppqz4td Pages 12 to 18 Apostle John A. Widtsoe also thought it to be unbelievable: Under this doctrine our next-door neighbor may be the reincarnation of a man or a woman who lived centuries ago; our bootblack may be the reincarnation of one of the great philosophers of the past; our school teacher may have been an untutored savage a thousand years ago; our present dog, Sanko, may be nothing else than our dog, Fido, long since dead, in a more recent incarnation. And what is w...2022-11-121h 39The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Interfaith Conversations | Jonah with Professor Marvin Sweeney | CFM November 21-27, 2023The John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, a Widtsoe Foundation board member will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. This series will serve t...2022-10-261h 12The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastChurch History and why it matters: A conversation with Keith EreksonWidtsoe Foundation Chairman Larry Eastland recently sat down with Church Historian Keith Erekson, and discussed several of the most influential events in modern Church history, and why understanding Church history is important. Keith A. Erekson is an award-winning author, teacher, and public historian who currently serves as the director of historical research and outreach for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He also sits on the editorial board of the Church Historian’s Press. Learn more about Keith Erekson at https://www.keitherekson.com/about/2022-09-2550 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations | Isaiah 40-45 with Rabbi Joshua GarrowayThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, the Widtsoe Foundation will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. . This series will serve to educate...2022-09-081h 02The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations | Job with Dr. Sarah Emanuel and Dr. Shon HopkinThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, Widtsoe Foundation Director Dr. Jacob Rennaker will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. . This series will...2022-07-261h 08
The John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations | Elijah with Dr. Kristine GarrowayThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, a Widtsoe Foundation friend or board member will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. This series...2022-06-2657 min
The Odd Man Out PodcastEp. 116 Perception of The Mind Pt. 1Here it is in all it's wretched glory. Ep. 116 is filled with facts about the founding of the Mormon organization, it's wild as hell teachings, and mad prophets like founder Joseph Smith, and successor Brigham Young. We begin at the beginning of course, and i attempt to leave no seer stone unturned.(Pun intended) I hope you enjoy this history, and share with others. I can't wait to bring you the second part which will cover the priesthoods, marriages, or sealings as they call them including marrying the dead, and my favorite part, which is the Freemasonry influence. I'd say...2022-06-2257 min
The Odd Man OutEp. 116 Perception In The Mind Pt. 1Here it is in all it's wretched glory. Ep. 116 is filled with facts about the founding of the Mormon organization, it's wild as hell teachings, and mad prophets like founder Joseph Smith, and successor Brigham Young. We begin at the beginning of course, and i attempt to leave no seer stone unturned.(Pun intended) I hope you enjoy this history, and share with others. I can't wait to bring you the second part which will cover the priesthoods, marriages, or sealings as they call them including marrying the dead, and my favorite part, which is the Freemasonry influence. I'd say...2022-06-2257 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations | Ruth with Dr. Ora Horn ProuserThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, a Widtsoe Foundation Board Member will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. This series will serve...2022-05-3156 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Conversations | The 10 Commandments with Rabbi Ilana SchwartzmanThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, Widtsoe Foundation Director Dr. Jacob Rennaker will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. This series will...2022-04-1452 min
Adventures in Mormon HistorySherlock and the Saints - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle in Salt Lake CityIn 1923, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle – the famous author of Sherlock Holmes – embarked on a worldwide speaking tour. But this tour was not to sell books of his famous detective. Instead, it was to win converts to spiritual,ism – the idea that through seances, knocking, and advances in photography, the living could commune with the dead. With hundreds of millions grieving in the years following the First World War and the Spanish Flu, Sir Arthur felt that the world needed to hear his message, including the Latter-day Saints of the Salt Lake Valley. When Sir Arthur Conan Doyle arrived in S...2022-04-1111 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Interfaith Conversations | The Passover with Rabbi Robbie HarrisThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, Widtsoe Foundation Director Dr. Jacob Rennaker will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. . This series will s...2022-03-2553 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Interfaith Conversations: Joseph in Egypt with Rabbi Annie TuckerThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, Widtsoe Foundation Director Dr. Jacob Rennaker will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. This series will...2022-03-1045 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Interfaith Conversations | The Sacrifice of Isaac with Mark DiamondThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, Widtsoe Foundation Director Dr. Jacob Rennaker will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. . This series will s...2022-02-0148 minThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation PodcastCome, Follow Me Interfaith Conversations | The Garden of Eden with Tamar FrankielThe John A. Widtsoe Foundation is deeply committed to elevating dialogue between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other religious communities. This year's Church-wide study of the Old Testament presents a unique opportunity for members to better understand and learn from our Jewish neighbors, who have engaged with these scriptures for thousands of years. Each month, Widtsoe Foundation Director Dr. Jacob Rennaker will host a live online conversation and Q&A with a leader or scholar from the Jewish community about an upcoming topic from the Church's Come, Follow Me curriculum. . This series will s...2022-01-1939 min
29th Floor Sunday SchoolCome Follow Me for April 27-May 3 - Mosiah 7-10Discussion of Ammon taking his men to look for the descendants of Zeniff, whom they find to be led by Limhi and in bondage to the Lamanites. Discussion of the symbolism connecting Ammon’s mission to deliver the people of Limhi to Christ’s mission to deliver us. Limhi delivers a sermon to his people which parallels King Benjamin’s address, and Ammon promises Limhi that Mosiah is a seer and can translate the ancient records that he has found. Also includes discussion of Zeniff’s departure from the Land of Zarahemla and the parallels between his challenges and the struggle...2020-04-2500 min29th Floor Sunday SchoolCome Follow Me for Feb 3 to 9 - 2 Nephi 1-5Lehi’s discussion of agency and our choice as to which law we wish to be subject to. On our own, we are all subject to natural law, which is without life or progression or meaning, and inevitably leads to separation from God and misery. In opposition to natural law, Christ put in operation the law of the Gospel through His atonement, and if we choose to follow Christ and enter into a covenant relationship with him, then He will intercede on our behalf and His Gospel will supersede the effects of natural law so that we can return to th...2020-02-0200 min
Exploring Mormon Thought007-The Attributes of God Ch 3 - The Restoration and Systematic Theologies (Part 2)Continuing our survey of Mormon systematic Theologies we discuss the thought of the Pratts, John A. Widtsoe, B.H. Roberts, and Modern Mormon leaders. We talk about why they portrayed things as they did and what some strengths and weaknesses of each view are.
Pratt's 'The Seer': https://archive.org/details/seereditedbyorso01unse
Widtsoe's 'A Rational Theology': https://archive.org/details/rationaltheologywidtsoe
B.H. Roberts' 'The Seventy's Course in Theology': https://archive.org/details/seventyscoursein00robe2017-05-161h 13Science Archives | FAIRFair Issues 41: Real Science, truth coincideMichael R. Ash relates how real science, truth coincide with real Mormon scholarship. While science is unable to answer the questions about the purpose for life, the hereafter, or many other thing that must be taken on faith, accurate science is necessary for the telling us about the world in which we live. As Elder John A. Widtsoe said: “Truth is truth forever. Scientific truth cannot be a theological lie.”
The full text of this article can be found at Deseret News online.
Brother Ash is author of the book Shaken Faith Syndrome: Strengthening One’s Testim...2014-01-3107 min
Experience Audiobook in Religion & Spirituality, Religious ThoughtThe Atonement by W. Cleon Skousen | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Atonement
Author: W. Cleon Skousen
Narrator: Tim McConnehey
Format: Unabridged
Length: 52 mins
Language: English
Release date: 02-18-13
Publisher: Ensign Publishing
Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Religious Thought
Summary:
Latter-day Saints have a unique insight into the real meaning of the atonement of Jesus Christ, thanks to The Book of Mormon.
The key beginning place for understanding the Atonement is in Alma 34. Here, Amulek is teaching about sin and repentance, and the need for a great and last atoning sacrifice. Amulek then makes this alarming comment in verse 11: "Now there...2013-02-1852 min