Welcome to the new curriculum! This introductory podcast Outlines the devotional-centered podcast approach for the year Reviews the Come, Follow Me curriculum (Both Sunday School and for Individuals and Families) Recommends resources for effective scripture study Provides an overview for understanding the New Testament You can access my Lesson Notes here (or PDF) ResourcesCome, Follow… Continue Reading

“The Great and Dreadful Day of the Lord”   The Second Coming (or “Day of the Lord” in Old Testament language) is the blockbuster of scripture topics. But focus on the sensational aspects can distract us from more important questions. This portion discusses beliefs about the end of the world from a historical-critical perspective.  … Continue Reading

“The Great and Dreadful Day of the Lord”   The Second Coming (or “Day of the Lord” in Old Testament language) is the blockbuster of scripture topics. But focus on the sensational aspects can distract us from more important questions. This episode explores three themes all important in an LDS context: the Second Coming, tithing,… Continue Reading

“Let Us Rise Up and Build” We don’t talk about this section of the Jewish Scriptures much–we have no primary songs about Ezra and Nehemiah’s contributions to rebuilding the temple after the Babylonian Exile. these events and the examples of Ezra and Nehemiah prompt discussion of remaining constructive and dealing with difference and opposition.   Jody and Brian continue the… Continue Reading

“Let Us Rise Up and Build”   We don’t talk about this section of the Jewish Scriptures much–we have no primary songs about Ezra and Nehemiah’s contributions to rebuilding the temple after the Babylonian Exile. these events and the examples of Ezra and Nehemiah prompt discussion of remaining constructive and dealing with difference and opposition.   Jody… Continue Reading

“A Kingdom, Which Shall Never Be Destroyed” Daniel interprets the vision of the stone cut out of a mountain without hands, but what does the stone mean, exactly? Is it the gospel? The Kingdom of God? The LDS Church? Is there a difference between these terms? This portion discusses Daniel’s vision in literary and historical… Continue Reading

“A Kingdom, Which Shall Never Be Destroyed”   Daniel interprets the vision of the stone cut out of a mountain without hands, but what does the stone mean, exactly? Is it the gospel? The Kingdom of God? The LDS Church? Is there a difference between these terms?   Gina and Carl join the class.  … Continue Reading