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Unshaken Saints

Unshaken Saints

Seismic shifts in the religious and secular landscapes are destabilizing the faith of millions. Join religious educator Jared Halverson as he explores restored scripture, doctrine, history, and practice; examines patterns and pitfalls in navigating faith crisis; and wrestles with ways to make your faith unshaken. ___________ Hello my friends, I?m Jared Halverson and this is Unshaken. I?ve spent my life studying the scriptures, my professional career teaching them, and my education at a Bible-belt divinity school exploring ways they have been used and abused, attacked and defended. And I?d like to share with you some of the things I?ve learned. In March of 2020 I created a YouTube channel called Unshaken, and six months later we hit our one millionth view, as people around the world are eagerly pursuing an unshaken faith in God by immersing themselves in His word. More and more viewers have been asking for an audio-only version of the lessons on Unshaken, and this podcast is my attempt to meet those needs. What it lacks in the visuals shown on YouTube, or the polished sound of a podcast-only production, it hopefully makes up for in its accessibility to the drivers, joggers, and multi-taskers out there who want to study their scriptures ?on the go.? To you, welcome to our verse-by-verse, Come Follow Me study of the scriptures. I pray that it helps your faith in Christ become unshaken. __________ Disclaimer: The content of these podcasts is the sole responsibility of their creator and does not reflect the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or the Church Educational System.

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D&C 137-138 - Heavenly Visions

Imagine seeing your brother, who died before being baptized, standing as an heir of the celestial kingdom. This profound experience, recorded in D&C 137, opens the door to understanding God's infinite mercy. Decades later, another prophet received a vision (D&C 138) that dramatically expanded our knowledge of the work for the dead.

D&C 137: The Desire of the Heart In January 1836, Joseph Smith beheld the celestial kingdom. He "marveled" to see his deceased brother, Alvin, there. The Lord revealed the magnificent principle that "all who have died without a knowledge of this gospel, who would have received it if they had been permitted to tarry, shall be heirs of the celestial kingdom of God". God judges all men according to their "works, according to the desire of their hearts". This section also confirms that "all children who die before they arrive at the years of accountability are saved in the celestial kingdom of heaven".

D&C 138: The Redemption of the Dead In 1918, during a time when death was on everyone's mind , Joseph F. Smith was "pondering over the scriptures". This act of study and reflection was crucial; he found that as he "wondered," his "eyes of my understanding were opened".

Christ's Ministry: The prophet saw Christ's sojourn in the spirit world. Christ "went not in person among the wicked and the disobedient". The Mission Organization: Instead, He spent His time "instructing and preparing the faithful spirits of the prophets" who had testified of Him. He "organized his forces and appointed messengers" ?Spirit World Missionaries?to "carry the message of redemption unto all the dead".

The Eternal Work: This revelation clarifies that the faithful elders of this dispensation "continue their labors" after death. The great and mighty ones, including our latter-day prophets, were "chosen in the beginning" and received their "first lessons" in the world of spirits. This work of redemption and temple ordinances is truly a "continuation of the seeds"?a vast family effort.

Call-to-Action: Which person?living or dead?can you extend the "great and wonderful love" of Christ to this week? Share your thoughts on "the desire of their hearts" in the comments! If this message helped clarify God's plan of mercy, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

4:41 A Vision of Heaven

13:05 Heirs of the Celestial Kingdom

28:08 Pondering the Word

44:55 No Paradise, Only Prison

59:57 The Fate of the Unevangelized

1:12:00 Spirit World Missionaries

1:23:04 Preschool

1:32:07 One-Liners

2025-12-03
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D&C 135-136 - Slain Prophets and Strong Pioneers

June 27, 1844. Carthage Jail. The greatest tragedy and the ultimate triumph of the Restoration. How does the Church move forward after the Prophet seals his testimony with his blood? D&C 135 and 136 answer with a powerful statement on sacrifice and a direct revelation on how to build a Zion people.

Summary: This episode explores the final, foundational sections of the Doctrine and Covenants: D&C 135: The Martyrdom. Written by John Taylor, this section seals the testimony of the Book of Mormon and the Doctrine and Covenants with the death of Joseph and Hyrum Smith. We contrast the different, yet unified, ways the brothers met their end?Hyrum falling "calmly" and Joseph attempting to leap from the window. The section declares that Joseph Smith "has done more, save Jesus only, for the salvation of men in this world, than any other man that ever lived in it". His innocent blood was shed , and it was "needful that he should seal his testimony with his blood".

D&C 136: The Word and Will of the Lord. Received by Brigham Young in Winter Quarters, this revelation provided the blueprint for the great western exodus. It commanded the "Camp of Israel" to be organized into companies with a "covenant and promise to keep all the commandments".

Collective Effort: The trek was not individualistic; the Saints were commanded to "bear an equal proportion" in taking the "poor, the widows, the fatherless," and the families of soldiers. The command was to "go to with their might, to prepare for those who are to tarry" ?to be "pioneers to prepare".

Preparation for Zion: The Lord warns, "my people must be tried in all things, that they may be prepared to receive the glory that I have for them". He assures them, "marvel not at these things" , and that He is the "God of your fathers" who led Israel and whose "arm is stretched out in the last days, to save my people Israel".

Call-to-Action: Which person?a widow, a poor person, or a family?can you help bear their burden this week? The pioneer spirit is still needed! Share your plans in the comments below. If this message inspired you to keep striving for Zion, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

6:28 Life and Death Differences

19:33 Praise to the Man

33:39 Innocent Blood

45:10 Pioneers to Prepare

59:47 Still Hoping for Zion

1:08:35 Not My First Rodeo

1:20:29 Don't Be Surprised

1:31:12 One-Liners

2025-11-24
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D&C 133-134 - The Coming of Christ

If the Doctrine and Covenants is the capstone of the Restoration, how does it conclude? It ends with a booming warning and an urgent political declaration. D&C 133 provides the final marching orders for the Church: prepare for Christ's return. Summary: In this episode, we analyze the urgent call to action in the Appendix (D&C 133) and the foundational principles of religious liberty (D&C 134).

D&C 133: The Prophetic Appendix. This section is a restatement of the urgent warnings in D&C 1. The Lord commands the Saints to "prepare ye, prepare ye" and to "go ye out from Babylon" to avoid the destruction of the last days. This involves the call to "be ye clean that bear the vessels of the Lord."

We explore the magnificent, yet terrifying, description of the Second Coming: Christ, "mighty to save," descending with "dyed garments"?red from having "trodden the wine-press alone"?a powerful symbol of both judgment and sacrificial love. The section concludes with the tender reassurance that "in all their afflictions he was afflicted."

D&C 134: Church & State. Written in 1835, this declaration defines the Church's stance on civil governance, reflecting the persecution the Saints had endured.

Government's Role: We believe governments are "instituted of God for the benefit of man" and should secure the "free exercise of conscience," property rights, and the protection of life.

Freedom of Conscience: The central principle is clear: civil magistrates should "restrain crime, but never control conscience; should punish guilt, but never suppress the freedom of the soul." We advocate for a separation of Church and State, believing it is not right to "mingle religious influence with civil government" in a way that fosters one religion while suppressing another.

Painful Compromises: We discuss the difficult historical context of verse 12, where the Church states it will "not interfere with bond-servants," revealing the painful compromises sometimes necessary in a fallen world to secure peace and the higher goal of preaching the gospel.

Call-to-Action: What aspect of "Babylon" are you striving to leave behind this week? What does it mean to you to "be ye clean"? Share your commitment in the comments! If this message helped you feel Christ's love in your afflictions, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

9:56 Be Prepared

25:27 Leaving Babylon

38:50 The Shortest Verse in All Scripture

46:59 Robes of Reminding Red

1:00:17 The Role of Government

1:13:38 Freedom of Religion

1:25:12 Painful Compromises

1:40:46 One-Liners

2025-11-18
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D&C 129-132 - Eternal Marriage & Plural Marriage

Discerning spirits, the nature of God, glorious sociality, the timing of the Second Coming, eternal marriage, and plural marriage. In this pivotal lesson, we jump into the deep end of Restoration doctrine, covering Joseph Smith's most profound teachings on the nature of God, our eternal potential, and the covenants that bind us forever. Summary: This episode explores D&C 129?132, revelations containing foundational and high-level doctrine for the Church.

D&C 129: Discerning Spirits. The Lord provides "three grand keys" to distinguish a resurrected being, a righteous spirit, and the devil appearing as an angel of light. This section emphasizes the eternal reality of the body and the importance of discernment.

D&C 130: Eternal Knowledge and Timing. Joseph records several "items of instruction," including the promise that "whatever principle of intelligence we attain unto in this life, it will rise with us in the resurrection," providing an "advantage in the world to come." He also recounts the Lord's gentle command to "trouble me no more" about the timing of the Second Coming. Crucially, we learn that the "same sociality" we enjoy here, "coupled with eternal glory," will exist in the world to come.

D&C 131: The New and Everlasting Covenant. This section reveals that in the celestial glory, a man "must enter into this order of the priesthood [the new and everlasting covenant of marriage]" to obtain the highest degree and have an eternal "increase."

D&C 132: Eternal Marriage and Law. This essential revelation lays out the foundational law of eternal marriage, which must be "sealed by the Holy Spirit of promise" and entered into by revelation through the authorized servant. We discuss the stark difference between marriages that "have an end when men are dead" and those that lead to "thrones, kingdoms, principalities, and powers." We also examine the difficult topic of plural marriage, seeing it as an Abrahamic test given by command to "restore all things."

Call-to-Action: What kind of "knowledge and intelligence" are you working to secure for your resurrection? Share your study goals in the comments! If this message helped clarify the path to eternal lives, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

7:04 Discerning Spirits in an AI World

19:02 Timing of the Second Coming

29:34 Education for Eternity

43:39 Eternal Relationships

1:08:34 Growing into Godhood

1:17:39 Plural Marriage

1:38:09 Abrahamic Tests

2:02:11 One-Liners

2025-11-12
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D&C 125-128 - A "Bold Doctrine" that Can Save Everyone

While in hiding from enemies, a prophet writes two of the most doctrinally explosive letters in scripture. How can we make sense of the work of salvation for the dead, and what does it have to do with the "fullness of times"? D&C 127 and 128 reveal the magnificent scope of God's work, which binds heaven and earth together.

Summary: This episode explores D&C 125?128, focusing on lessons in discipleship, divine priorities, and the eternal cause of redemption. D&C 125: Saints in Deed. The Lord gives direction to the Saints in Iowa Territory, asking if they are merely "Saints in name only" or truly "essaying to be my saints." The call is to gather and live up to the Book of Mormon standard by naming their city Zarahemla.

D&C 126: An Honorable Release. The Lord gives Brigham Young an honorable release from constant missionary travel, declaring, "your offering is acceptable to me." His new command: "take especial care of your family from this time, henceforth and forever." This sets the eternal priority of family over temporary callings.

D&C 127-128: The Great Cause. Joseph Smith's letters, written while he was "deep water is what I am wont to swim in," focus intensely on baptism for the dead.

The Power of Binding: We learn the "very bold doctrine" that whatsoever is bound on earth by proper priesthood authority is "bound in heaven". This work is essential, as "their salvation is necessary and essential to our salvation."

The Record: The Lord requires a recorder who is an "eye-witness" for every ordinance, ensuring the records are "in order" and worthy to be placed in the temple archives.

The Offering: Joseph encourages the Saints to "waste and wear out our lives" in this cause. The ultimate goal is to present in the holy temple a "book containing the records of our dead, which shall be worthy of all acceptation"?an offering in righteousness to the returning King.

The Final Charge: Joseph rallies the Saints with an ecstatic vision of the Restoration, crying, "shall we not go on in so great a cause? Courage, brethren; and on, on to the victory!" This work forms the "welding together of dispensations" that defines the fullness of times.

Call-to-Action: What small act can you do this week to "weld" your family together?living and dead? Share your commitment below! If this message inspired you to go "on, on to the victory," please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

3:20 Saints in Name Only

11:50 An Honorable Release

21:34 Deep Water

38:26 Always On My Mind

50:19 The Infinite Umbrella

1:13:12 A Book of Remembrance

1:27:44 So Great a Cause

1:39:41 One-Liners

2025-10-30
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D&C 124 - Zion on the Mississippi

Imagine starting over, driven from your home, betrayed by friends, and attempting to build a city and a temple in a malaria-infested swamp. The sheer audacity of the Nauvoo project required a powerful new revelation. D&C 124 provides the blueprint for healing the past, trusting the present, and embracing a grand future.

Summary: This episode analyzes D&C 124, a pivotal revelation received in Nauvoo in 1841.

Proclaiming Zion (D&C 124:2-11): The Saints are commanded to issue a solemn proclamation to "all the kings of the world" and world leaders, inviting them to "come to the light and glory of Zion". This was an act of courage, recognizing that the set time had come to favor Zion.

Heart Health & Integrity (D&C 124:15-20): The Lord praises Hyrum Smith for the "integrity of his heart" and his love for what is right. In stark contrast, John C. Bennett is given multiple "ifs" ?his reward depends entirely on his choice to "receive counsel" and continue in love and acceptance.

The Nauvoo House (D&C 124:22-24, 60-61): The Saints are commanded to build a "healthful habitation" and a "resting-place for the weary traveler" where he can "contemplate the word of the Lord". The Lord instructs that stockholders must be "a believer in the Book of Mormon, and the revelations".

The Temple & Acceptance (D&C 124:27-35): Because the Saints lack a proper house for ordinances, the Lord mercifully accepts baptisms for the dead performed outside a temple "only in the days of your poverty". However, this acceptance has a strict deadline: failure to complete the temple after a "sufficient time" will result in the Church being "rejected as a church".

"A for Effort" (D&C 124:49-55): The Lord gives a powerful principle: when we go "with all their might" and are hindered by enemies, the Lord will "accept of their offerings". This principle is applied to the failed attempt to build the temple in Jackson County , offering "consolation" and a command to "prove yourselves unto me" by trying again in Nauvoo.

The Cause of the Poor (D&C 124:74-76): Saints are commanded to "plead the cause of the poor and the needy" and to support this cause with their interest , establishing a pattern of generosity that ensures their "seed be found begging bread" no more.

Call-to-Action: What "cause of the poor" can you dedicate yourself to this week? Share your commitments in the comments below! If this message helped you find renewed hope and purpose, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

5:06 Hope Springs Eternal

18:37 Heart Health

29:43 The Nauvoo House

42:47 Good Enough for Now

52:44 Temple Ordinances

1:06:01 A for Effort

1:17:19 The Cause of the Poor

1:33:46 One-Liners

2025-10-25
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D&C 121-123 - The Temple-Prison

Imagine being unjustly imprisoned for months, watching your family and people suffer, and asking the piercing question: "O God, where art thou?" The revelations given to Joseph Smith in the darkest dungeon of his life are some of the most beautiful and powerful in all scripture.

Summary: In this profound episode, we explore the transcendent revelations of Doctrine and Covenants 121, 122, and 123, written from the confines of Liberty Jail.

D&C 121: The Power of Righteousness. We delve into Joseph's heartfelt plea, "How long shall thy hand be stayed?" The Lord answers with a staggering lesson: authority and power are inseparably connected with the principles of righteousness. We analyze the fatal trap of "unrighteous dominion"?covering our sins, gratifying pride, and exercising compulsion?which instantly causes the heavens to withdraw. Crucially, we learn the six principles of Godly Influence: persuasion, long-suffering, gentleness, meekness, love unfeigned, and kindness. This section is a master class in Christlike leadership.

D&C 122: Eternal Perspective in Suffering. The Lord reassures Joseph: "My son, peace be unto thy soul." He validates every trial Joseph has faced, from false accusations to the "jaws of hell," and promises that "all these things shall give thee experience, and shall be for thy good." This section confirms that the "Son of Man hath descended below them all," granting Him perfect knowledge to comfort us in our extremities.

D&C 123: The Duty to Record. Finally, we discuss the duty to collect a "catalog of catastrophes" detailing the Saints' sufferings and abuses. This was not for vengeance, but to "leave the whole nation without excuse" and to help those who are "kept from the truth because they know not where to find it." The lesson culminates with the principle of total effort: "cheerfully do all things that lie in our power; and then may we stand still, with the utmost assurance, to see the salvation of God."

Call-to-Action: What principle from D&C 121 is helping you the most right now? Share your thoughts in the comments below! If this discussion brought peace to your soul, please like this video, subscribe to the channel, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

4:55 Divine Hiddenness

15:47 Hitting Rock Bottom

29:19 Damning the River & Praying for Rain

40:48 Unrighteous Dominion

54:25 Godly Influence

1:12:36 A Catalog of Catastrophes

1:26:08 Work and then Wait

1:35:19 One-Liners

2025-10-21
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D&C 115-120 - Sacred Sacrifices

When a people face "fightings without" and "fears within", what keeps them standing? Is it possible to serve God without constantly worrying about your property, or even your family?

D&C 115?120 answers these questions, providing counsel for a Church struggling to survive. Summary: In this episode, we explore revelations given as the Saints faced intense persecution in Missouri and internal apostasy in Kirtland.

D&C 115 renames the Church, emphasizing that "thus shall my church be called in the last days, even The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints". The Lord calls Far West to be a "holy and consecrated land" , providing a "refuge from the storm".

D&C 116 identifies "Spring Hill" as the sacred place of Adam-ondi-Ahman , where Adam shall come to visit his people.

D&C 117 focuses on material priorities. The Lord asks, "what is property unto me?" , commanding the Saints to "let them go" and focus on the "more weighty matters". We highlight the incredible faith of Oliver Granger, whose sacrifice was deemed "more sacred...than his increase". The Lord also warns against a "littleness of soul" and the deeds of the Nicolaitane band.

D&C 118 issues a stunning challenge to the Twelve Apostles: to depart for their mission on April 26th from the cornerstone of the Far West temple, a site surrounded by enemies. The Lord promises to "provide for their families" as they go forth.

D&C 119-120 reveals the Law of Tithing: first, all "surplus property" , and subsequently, "one-tenth of all their interest annually". This law is declared a "standing law...forever" because sacrifice sanctifies , helping to "sanctify the land of Zion".

D&C 120 reveals that the disbursement of these funds must be managed by a presiding council.

Call-to-Action: What "stuff" or "property" do you need to "let go" of to focus on the "more weighty matters"? Share your thoughts in the comments below! If this discussion helped strengthen your faith, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

5:37 What's In a Name?

18:24 Holy People Make Holy Ground

26:28 It's Just Stuff

39:19 Walk the Walk

48:02 Win or Lose

56:56 Mission Impossible

1:12:03 Tithing

1:29:03 One-Liners

2025-10-10
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D&C 111-114 - More Treasures than One

Joseph Smith and his counselors were deep in debt, so they went searching for buried treasure in Salem, Massachusetts, leading to one of the most remarkable sections of the Doctrine and Covenants! Did God really approve of their "follies," and what did they find that was "more treasures than one"?

SUMMARY: Join us as we explore D&C 111?114, covering a pivotal and often misunderstood moment in early Church history and the profound doctrinal answers God gave in response to conflict and confusion.

D&C 111 | The Salem Trip: We analyze the search for wealth to settle Church debt, the warning against "get-rich-quick" schemes , and the Lord?s promise to Joseph Smith: "I have much treasure in this city for you" , shifting the focus from temporal silver to the spiritual treasure of souls and ancestry.

D&C 112 | The Quorum of the Twelve: The Lord speaks directly to Thomas B. Marsh, President of the Twelve, to address "some few things in thine heart". The revelation is a powerful call to humility, urging him to "Be not partial" and let his "love abound unto all men". This section also outlines the authority given to the Twelve to "unlock the door of the kingdom" in the Dispensation of the Fulness of Times.

D&C 113 | Q&A on Isaiah: Joseph Smith seeks clarity on Isaiah 11. The Lord reveals that the "Stem of Jesse" is Christ , and the "Rod" that comes from it is a servant in the hands of Christ?identified as Joseph Smith. We also discuss what it means for Zion to "put on thy strength" (priesthood authority) and loose the "bands of her neck".

D&C 114 | Taking the Opportunity: In a stark warning against apostasy , the Lord calls David W. Patten to "settle up all his business" for a mission. The revelation teaches a critical principle: if leaders deny the Lord, others "shall be planted in their stead and receive their bishopric".

CALL-TO-ACTION: Which of these four sections spoke most powerfully to you? Was it the call to patience with debt, the need for humility in leadership, the promised keys for the gathering, or the warning to take the "lifetime of an opportunity"? Let us know in the comments below! If you're studying the Doctrine and Covenants, hit the like button and subscribe for more deep dives into the scriptures.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

6:36 Get Rich Quick

18:14 Playing Favorites

31:03 Opening the Door

44:51 The Last Dispensation

55:28 Jesus Christ & Joseph Smith

1:12:12 Getting In on the Action

1:18:08 The Lifetime of an Opportunity

1:28:41 One-Liners

2025-10-05
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D&C 109-110 - House of Glory

When Joseph Smith dedicated the Kirtland Temple, he said the first word that came to his mind was "Thanks". But why? He and the Saints had built the temple through "great tribulation" and "out of our poverty". This act of faith, however, was about to unlock a cascade of blessings that would change the world forever.

Summary: Join us as we dive deep into the dedicatory prayer of the Kirtland Temple (D&C 109) and the incredible heavenly visitations that followed (D&C 110). This isn't just a historical event; it's a blueprint for spiritual growth and power in our own lives.

In this video, we'll explore: How the temple is a place of God's holiness, where all who enter can "feel thy power" and "grow up in thee." The incredible promise of being "restored to the blessings" when we "speedily repent and return" to the Lord. What it means to be "clothed upon with robes of righteousness" and "armed with thy power" as we go forth to share the gospel. The profound moment when the Lord appeared and manifested Himself "in mercy." The powerful restoration of the "keys of this dispensation" by Moses, Elias, and Elijah, which unlocked the gathering of Israel, the Gospel of Abraham, and the sealing power. The Kirtland Temple dedication was just "the beginning of the blessing". Discover how these restored keys and blessings continue to roll forth "in great power and majesty" to fill the whole earth.

Call-to-Action: What does "armed with thy power" mean to you personally? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to the channel, and hit the notification bell so you don't miss our next Unshaken study.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

6:02 Thanks

17:20 Recognizing Holy Ground

28:49 Growing Up in God

39:03 Back on Track

59:14 Clothed with Glory

1:14:48 Manifest in Mercy

1:23:35 Keys of the Kingdom

2025-09-30
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D&C 106-108 - God's Power in Human Hands

Do you feel like your sins are unforgivable, or that you're not doing enough? What is the power of the Melchizedek Priesthood, and how did it get its name? D&C 106-108 offers answers that will bring peace to your soul and deepen your understanding of the Lord?s kingdom.

Summary: In this episode, we explore D&C 106-108, beginning with two lesser-known members, Warren A. Cowdery and Lyman Sherman. Their personal revelations provide powerful insights into scrupulosity and toxic perfectionism. We'll learn how to "let your soul be at rest concerning your spiritual standing" while still being "more careful henceforth".

Next, we dive into the organizational and doctrinal revelations of D&C 107. We will uncover the true nature of the Melchizedek Priesthood, its authority to "administer in spiritual things" and the incredible blessing to "enjoy the communion and presence of God". We'll also explore why the "Holy Priesthood, after the Order of the Son of God" was renamed out of "reverence" for God's name, and how this applies to us today. The section on the organization of quorums, including the First Presidency, the Twelve Apostles, and the Seventy, will help us understand the unique blend of hierarchy and democracy in the Lord?s Church. We'll examine the principle of unanimous decisions and the attributes required for righteous counsel.

Finally, we'll look at the powerful, prophetic gathering at Adam-ondi-Ahman, where Adam gave his last blessing and predicted all that would befall his posterity. This lesson is a profound reminder of the Lord's mercy, the power of His priesthood, and the sacred history that connects us to our first parents.

Call-to-Action: What spiritual blessings have you experienced through the Melchizedek Priesthood? Share your thoughts in the comments below! If you found this discussion insightful, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

2:36 Scrupulosity

16:28 The Power of the Melchizedek Priesthood

27:48 That's My Name, Don't Wear It Out

37:55 Hierarchy and Democracy

52:25 Making Decisions

1:10:19 Adam-ondi-Ahman

1:20:45 Strike a Blow for the Kingdom!

1:29:31 One-Liners

2025-09-22
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D&C 102-105 - Zion's Camp

What do you do when you do everything you're asked, and it all falls apart? This is the powerful and often misunderstood story of Zion's Camp, and it teaches us timeless lessons about faith, finances, and preparing a people for Zion.

Summary: In this episode, we dive into four pivotal sections of the Doctrine and Covenants. We begin with the organization of the Kirtland High Council in D&C 102, which provides a divine pattern for resolving "important difficulties" through "counsel in council" and seeking the Lord's mind.

Next, we explore the call to organize Zion's Camp in D&C 103, where the Lord promises that "after much tribulation come the blessings". This journey of hardship and faith culminates in a surprising twist: the Lord disbands the camp, revealing a much deeper purpose. This leads us to the heart of the lesson in D&C 105. The Lord explains that the redemption of Zion had to be postponed because His people "have not learned to be obedient" and "are not united". He teaches that they must be "chastened until they learn obedience". This trial was a necessary preparation, designed to teach them "more perfectly" and to receive a promised "great endowment" of power.

Finally, we discuss the Lord's counsel on welfare and finances in D&C 104. The Lord declares that it is His "purpose to provide for my saints," but it must be done "in mine own way". He reveals that "the earth is full, and there is enough and to spare," and that all who have abundance are merely stewards of His property. We also learn a powerful financial principle: to "pay all your debts" through "diligence and humility and the prayer of faith". This lesson reveals that becoming a Zion people is a process of sanctification?learning obedience and unity so we can lift up an ensign of peace and become worthy of the blessings promised.

Call-to-Action: What is the biggest lesson you've learned from the story of Zion's Camp? Share your thoughts in the comments below! If you found this discussion insightful, please like this video, subscribe to the channel, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

2:11 Counsel in Council

14:31 I Told You So

22:38 Zion's Camp

40:16 Welfare in the Lord's Own Way

51:42 Debt

1:03:25 Are We Ready for Zion?

1:16:53 Redeeming the Prodigal at the Prodigal's Pace

1:34:57 One-Liners

2025-09-14
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D&C 98-101 - Peace in Affliction

Have you ever felt wronged and wanted justice? Do you struggle to balance family and Church callings? And what is the real reason for suffering in our lives? D&C 98-101 offers profound and often surprising answers to these questions, giving us a blueprint for peace in a world of contention.

Summary: In this episode, we tackle four remarkable revelations. We start with D&C 98 and the "Lord's Law of War," learning when to patiently endure and when to stand. We'll explore the difference between being justified and being sanctified and discover why the Lord commands us to "renounce war and proclaim peace."

Next, D&C 100 provides a powerful message for every parent and leader: "your families are well; they are in mine hands." This revelation gives us comfort and direction on balancing our most important responsibilities. We then dive into D&C 101, which reveals why the Saints suffered such intense persecution in Missouri?as a consequence of their own sins, including "jarrings, and contentions, and envyings". The Lord, however, promises to remember mercy in the day of wrath.

We'll discuss the parable of the nobleman and the servants who asked, "what need hath my lord of this tower?" This serves as a powerful warning against second-guessing God's counsel. Amidst the chaos, D&C 101 offers incredible hope, redefining Zion as "the pure in heart," and promising that Zion "shall not be moved". Finally, we'll examine the Lord's "strange act" and His role in establishing the Constitution.

Call-to-Action: What insights did you gain from the Lord's law of war and peace? Share your thoughts in the comments below! Don't forget to like this video, subscribe to the channel, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

3:46 Proclaim Peace

20:08 Your Family Is In My Hands

31:31 Second-Guessing the Savior

50:37 Zion Shall Not Be Moved

1:09:03 The Millennium

1:24:03 The Constitution

1:41:18 Whining Until You Win

1:53:59 One-Liners

2025-09-09
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D&C 94-97 - Building a Zion People

Is Zion a geographical location or a state of being? Can you be "walking in darkness at noon-day"? And what does it mean to be chastened by a loving God? D&C 94-97 answers these questions and more, offering powerful lessons on building God's kingdom?and ourselves?according to His patterns. Summary: In this episode, we explore four short but impactful sections of the Doctrine and Covenants.

We begin with D&C 94, focusing on the Lord's emphasis on following His "pattern" for our lives and the building of His kingdom. Next, we confront the "tough love" of D&C 95, where the Saints are chastened for their "very grievous sin" of neglecting the Kirtland Temple. We'll unpack the concept of "walking in darkness at noon-day" and how we can avoid sins of omission. We'll also discuss the promise of an endowment of "power from on high" and the need to remove the "incumbrances" or obstacles to God's work, as revealed in D&C 96.

Finally, we turn to D&C 97, which addresses the Saints in Zion as they faced intense persecution. We'll learn about obedience that requires sacrifice and the powerful truth that "this is Zion?the pure in heart." We'll see that building Zion is about becoming a people worthy of the place, and that opposition often precedes God's greatest blessings.

Call-to-Action: What "incumbrances" are in your way of doing God's work? Share your thoughts in the comments below! If you found this discussion insightful, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay "Unshaken" in your faith. 

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

3:09 Patterns to Follow

13:49 Tough Love

24:25 Neglecting the Temple

40:45 Removing Roadblocks

50:59 Obedience at a Cost

1:00:58 The Bells of Hell

1:14:26 Zion Place of Zion People

1:27:41 One-Liners

2025-08-31
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D&C 93 - True Worship

What if your understanding of God, Jesus, and even yourself is incomplete? Doctrine and Covenants Section 93 is a theological masterclass, offering mind-blowing insights that will deepen your relationship with the Divine and help you find your purpose. In this episode, we tackle the profound and beautiful theology of D&C 93. We begin by exploring the incredible promise that we can "see my face and know that I am" by following five simple steps. Next, we analyze the principle of "grace for grace," revealing how even Jesus Christ grew in His divinity and set a pattern for our own eternal progression. We'll discuss how the highest form of worship is emulation?striving to become like our Heavenly Parents and the Savior. Then, we dive into the core doctrine that "the glory of God is intelligence". We'll explore two layers of this truth: first, as the acquisition of knowledge , and second, as our eternal, co-existent nature with God. This leads to the remarkable revelation about the innocence of man at birth. Finally, we?ll bring it all home with the Lord's direct counsel to Church leaders?and to all of us?to "set in order your own house" and prioritize the most important work we will ever do: raising our families. Call-to-Action: What insights did you gain from this powerful section? Share your thoughts in the comments below! If you're gaining new insights from our "Unshaken" series, please like this video, subscribe to the channel, and ring the notification bell to stay updated. Tags: D&C 93, Doctrine and Covenants, Unshaken, Jared Halverson, Come Follow Me, Latter-day Saints, LDS, Joseph Smith, Jesus Christ, intelligence, grace for grace, spiritual progression, truth, worship, eternal life, family, sanctification, Newel K. Whitney, Frederick G. Williams, Sidney Rigdon, eternal progression, home work, set in order your house. Chapter Timestamps: 0:00 Introduction 3:56 Seeing the Face of God 16:48 Grace for Grace, Grace to Grace 29:40 How and What We Worship 46:47 Light and Truth as Intelligence 57:37 Humanity as Intelligence 1:11:46 Guilty at Birth? 1:21:56 Home Work 1:34:03 One-Liners

2025-08-25
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D&C 89-92 - Words of Wisdom

Is the Word of Wisdom just a list of "don'ts"? What does the Lord really expect of us when it comes to what we consume, spiritually and physically? D&C 89-92 answers these questions and more, offering a powerful blueprint for health, wisdom, and eternal progression.

Summary: In this episode, we'll dive deep into four brief but impactful sections of the Doctrine and Covenants. We begin with a fresh look at the Word of Wisdom in D&C 89, revealing it as a "principle with promise" for the "weak" and a shield against the "evils and designs of conspiring men." We'll explore the often-overlooked "do's" of the revelation and what it truly means to receive "health in their navel and marrow to their bones."

Next, we turn to D&C 90, which outlines the ongoing mission of the First Presidency and the incredible counsel to "study and learn" from "all good books." We?ll use the concept of becoming "bilingual" to understand our charge to share the gospel in a way others can comprehend. We'll also examine the humility of prophets, who are "admonished in all your high-mindedness and pride," and learn from the inspiring story of Vienna Jaques's selfless consecration.

Finally, we tackle the fascinating revelation on The Apocrypha in D&C 91, which provides a universal key for discerning truth in a world of information: "the Spirit manifesteth truth." We'll conclude with D&C 92, a reminder of the mutual responsibility between new and established members to be both "received" and "lively." This is a video you won't want to miss!

Call-to-Action: What is one "hidden treasure of knowledge" you've found from these sections? Share it in the comments below! If you're gaining new insights from our "Unshaken" series, please like this video, subscribe to the channel, and ring the notification bell to stay up-to-date.

2025-08-18
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D&C 88 - Deep Doctrine

What if there's a divine "olive leaf" of peace from God, revealing profound truths about Christ, our eternal potential, and how to prepare for His glorious return? This video unlocks D&C 88!

Summary: Doctrine & Covenants 88, often called the "Olive Leaf" plucked from the Tree of Paradise, is a comprehensive revelation offering God's message of peace and preparation for the last days. This video delves into its multifaceted teachings:

The Light of Christ (88:3-13, 40): Discover Jesus Christ as the omnipresent "light of truth," the "other Comforter," and the very "life, law, and power" that governs all things in the universe?from the sun and moon to the earth itself [cite: 88:6-13]. This light enlightens our understandings and helps us see everything else, truly revealing that "light cleaveth unto light" [cite: 88:40].

The Spirit and the Body (88:14-20, 28-31): Learn the profound truth that "the spirit and the body are the soul of man" [cite: 88:15], emphasizing the vital importance of the physical resurrection for a fullness of joy. We explore how even "Mother Earth" will be sanctified and crowned with glory, prepared for celestial beings, and how our resurrected bodies will be quickened by the glory we are willing to receive [cite: 88:17-20, 28-31].

Willingness to Receive (88:32-33): Understand that God gives according to our willingness. We often limit the infinite goodness of God by our own unwillingness to open our arms and hearts to His gifts, preventing us from rejoicing fully in both the gift and the Giver [cite: 88:32-33].

The Power of Law (88:22-26, 34-39): Explore how divine law governs, preserves, perfects, and sanctifies all things. Only by abiding in celestial law can we abide celestial glory. The earth itself serves as an example, fulfilling the measure of its creation by obeying celestial law [cite: 88:25-26, 34]. Every kingdom in the universe operates by its own specific laws, emphasizing that there's no escaping the principle of law [cite: 88:36-39].

A Universe of Other Sheep (88:45-62): Gain an expanded vision of God's vast creations. Through a profound parable, learn that Christ not only created and redeems "worlds without number" but also visits them all in "his hour, and in his time, and in his season" [cite: 88:56-58]. This highlights God's personal attention to all His children across the immensity of space.

House of Glory (88:87-120): Discover the Lord's blueprint for preparing for the Second Coming. This includes a call to solemn assembly, diligently seeking wisdom from "best books" by study and faith, and organizing and establishing a "house of prayer, a house of fasting, a house of faith, a house of learning, a house of glory, a house of order, a house of God" ? ultimately referring to the Temple and its transformative power [cite: 88:117-120].

The School of the Prophets (88:77-81, 122-133): Understand God's command to teach one another diligently the doctrine of the kingdom, encompassing both religious and secular knowledge. This "celestial curriculum" prepares us to "magnify the calling" whereunto we are called and to warn our neighbors. The video concludes with the beautiful order of the School of the Prophets, emphasizing that true education is a relationship built on prayer, salutation, and an "unchangeable" bond of charity [cite: 88:77-81, 122-133]. This video is a powerful invitation to embrace God's expansive truths and prepare ourselves for the glory that awaits.

Call-to-Action: Which aspect of D&C 88 resonated most deeply with you? How will you apply these principles to draw nearer to God? Share your insights in the comments below! If this message brought you peace and expanded your understanding, please like, share, and subscribe to "Unshaken" for more revelatory insights into God's word.

 

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

3:36 The Light of Christ

20:23 The Spirit and the Body

34:15 Willing to Receive

43:54 The Power of Law

1:02:45 A Universe of Other Sheep

1:15:24 House of Glory

1:35:09 The School of the Prophets

1:57:59 One Liners

2025-08-08
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D&C 85-87 - A World at War

What does it truly mean to be "enrolled with the people of God"? And what happens when the world around us descends into chaos? D&C 85-87 delivers stunning prophecies and profound counsel for our challenging times. Tune in to discover critical insights that will strengthen your resolve!

Summary: In this powerful Unshaken"episode, we dive deep into Doctrine and Covenants Sections 85, 86, and 87. We begin by confronting the serious implications of "name removal" from Church records, contrasting it with casual cancellations and exploring why keeping a "history, and a general church record of all things that transpire in Zion" is crucial. Next, we examine the warning against "steadying the ark of God" and uncover who "one mighty and strong" truly is?the only one authorized to "set in order the house of God."

Then, we unravel the beautiful and complex "Parable of the Wheat and Tares," understanding why the Lord commands us to "pluck not up the tares while the blade is yet tender" and how "tares can change into wheat." We also discuss the blessing of being "hid from the world with Christ in God" through our priesthood lineage.

Finally, we analyze the chilling prophecies of "wars that will shortly come to pass, beginning at the rebellion of South Carolina" and how "war will be poured out upon all nations," leading to "a full end of all nations." Amidst this global turmoil, we find solace and direction in the commandment to "stand ye in holy places, and be not moved," emphasizing the importance of seeking refuge and peace in Christ. This video will offer vital perspectives for navigating an increasingly complex world.

Call-to-Action: How do these prophecies and counsels resonate with you today? Share your thoughts and testimonies in the comments below! If you found this video helpful, please like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to join our community and stay "Unshaken" through these last days.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction

4:19 Name Removal

21:01 Setting in Order or Steadying the Ark?

34:22 Wheat & Tares

50:54 Hidden from the World

1:00:34 Taking a Second Look

1:08:05 A World at War

1:23:18 Stand in Holy Places

1:36:34 One-Liners

2025-07-31
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D&C 84 - The Power of Godliness

Have you ever truly grasped the immense power and sacred promises embedded within the Priesthood? This video unlocks the profound truths of Doctrine & Covenants 84!

Summary: In this powerful exploration, we delve into D&C 84, a foundational revelation given to elders returning from their missions, revealing the grand scope of the Restoration. It's not just about restoring the Gospel, Priesthood, or Church, but ultimately about the restoration of God's people to a right relationship with Him. This process is intrinsically linked to the gathering of Saints to Zion and the building of Temples, where God's glory can fill His house.

The video dissects the dual nature of the Priesthood: the Lesser (Aaronic) Priesthood, which prepares us through the preparatory gospel and baptism of repentance, and the Greater (Melchizedek) Priesthood, which holds the "key of the knowledge of God" and the power to manifest "the power of godliness". It's within the temple that this power of godliness is most fully made manifest, making ordinances effective for our salvation.

A central theme is the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood, emphasizing the sacred promises made by both God and man. Discover God's unbreakable oath to bless those who worthily receive the Priesthood, promising them sanctification, renewed bodies, and becoming heirs of "all that my Father hath". In return, man's covenant involves receiving the Priesthood, magnifying callings, hearkening to words of eternal life, and living by every word of God.

The video also warns against treating God's word lightly, which can lead to spiritual darkness and bondage, but offers the powerful remedy of repentance and remembering the new covenant. Ultimately, living these principles makes us friends of Christ and enables signs to follow believers, confirming the transformative power of the Priesthood in preparing us for celestial glory.

Call-to-Action: How has the Priesthood blessed your life and helped restore you to God? What part of the Oath and Covenant inspires you most? Share your insights in the comments below! If this video deepened your appreciation for the Priesthood, please like, share, and subscribe to "Unshaken" for more revelatory insights.

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

3:43 What Are We Restoring?

12:15 Aaronic & Melchizedek Priesthoods

38:57 Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood

52:05 Reaching Those Who Resist the Spirit

1:10:53 A Church Under Condemnation

1:25:28 Missionary Work

1:41:23 Singing the New Song

1:50:12 One-Liners

2025-07-24
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D&C 81-83 - Bound to God

Have you ever felt called to serve, wondered about true forgiveness, or questioned how God provides for His people? This video unlocks divine principles from Doctrine & Covenants Sections 81-83!

Summary: In this comprehensive lesson, we delve into three powerful revelations that lay foundational principles for God's organized kingdom.

First, in D&C 81, we explore the sacred calling of a counselor, using the example of Frederick G. Williams. Learn that being a counselor is a divine assignment to listen, give your best advice, and faithfully support chosen leadership. It's a unique blend of leading through counsel and following with diligence, a testament to God's acknowledgment of humble service.

Next, D&C 82 unveils profound truths about forgiveness and the Lord's Storehouse. Discover that God, who forgives our sins, also expects us to "refrain from sin" to prevent past transgressions from returning. We then examine the principle of "much is given, much is required", leading into the radical concept of the Lord's Storehouse?a divine economic system designed to eliminate poverty and promote equality among God's people. This isn't just about material goods, but a consecration of all our gifts and talents for the common good. Through this covenant, God declares, "I, the Lord, am bound when ye do what I say".

Finally, D&C 83 addresses the compassionate care for vulnerable members of society?women, children, widows, and orphans. This revelation emphasizes the Church's and individual responsibility to provide for the needy, ensuring that no one is left destitute within God's expanding Zion.

This video offers practical guidance on living a consecrated life, extending forgiveness, building unity, and actively participating in God's ongoing work to care for all His children and establish Zion.

Call-to-Action: Which principle from D&C 81-83 resonates most with you today? How can you better live these divine laws in your life? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below! If this video enlightened your understanding of God's kingdom, please like, share, and subscribe to "Unshaken" for more revelatory discussions.

 

Chapter Timestamps:

0:00 Intro

5:16 Called as Counselor

17:16 Strengthening Others

29:14 Much Given, Much Required

39:50 Returning to Sin & Sins Returning

57:48 Bound Together

1:08:43 Border Wars

1:22:29 Regular Maintenance

1:35:20 One-Liners

2025-07-17
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D&C 77-80 - Leading Us Along

Have you ever felt lost trying to understand the Book of Revelation? Or wondered how God guides us, step by step, even when we feel like "little children"? This video reveals profound answers from Doctrine & Covenants 77-80!

Summary: This comprehensive lesson unpacks the rich teachings of Doctrine & Covenants 77-80, offering insights into God's methods of revelation, personal development, and church organization.

We begin by tackling the symbolic language of the Book of Revelation (D&C 77), exploring the meaning behind the "sea of glass," "four beasts," and the significance of "eyes" (knowledge) and "wings" (agency).

Discover the purpose of the seven seals and the identity of the angels, including Elias, who gathers Israel and places the "seal of the living God" upon the foreheads of the faithful.

Next, we delve into the practicalities of building Zion (D&C 78) through the establishment of the United Firm (later the United Order). Learn how this organization regulates the "storehouse for the poor," fosters "equality in the bonds of heavenly things," and prepares God's people to "stand independent" amidst tribulation.

This section emphasizes the crucial role of commandments, councils, and unbreakable covenants in achieving unity and protecting against spiritual blindness.

We then focus on personal growth (D&C 78), understanding that while we may often feel like "little children," God patiently leads us along, knowing we "cannot bear all things now". This highlights the importance of receiving all things with thankfulness and becoming "faithful and wise stewards".

Finally, we explore the sacred nature of mission calls (D&C 79-80). Whether serving abroad or at home, we are assured that "it mattereth not, for ye cannot go amiss" as we declare the things we have heard, believe, and know to be true. This process of gaining testimony, coupled with the companionship of the Holy Ghost, empowers us to fulfill our divine assignments.

Call-to-Action: What insights from these revelations resonated most with you? How have you experienced God patiently leading you along? Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below! If this video brought you greater understanding or hope, please like, share, and subscribe to "Unshaken" for more illuminating scriptural discussions.

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0:00 Introduction and Overview

3:05 Eyes & Wings

20:57 Sealed for the Seventh Seal

37:45 The Lord's Storehouse

49:36 Commandments, Councils, & Covenants

1:00:32 Just Little Kids

1:08:43 Your Mission Call

1:17:38 Mission Calls and Companions

1:31:04 One-Liners

2025-07-13
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D&C 76 - Is Your Heaven Too Small?

What if everything you thought you knew about heaven, salvation, and Christ's power was just the beginning? Get ready to have your understanding expanded.

Summary: In this deep dive into Doctrine & Covenants 76, "The Vision," we explore an expansive understanding of Jesus Christ and His infinite reach. Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon experienced visions that revealed Christ's ability to do "exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think," showing His wisdom, marvelous ways, and the unimaginable extent of His work of salvation.

We begin by examining how we often underestimate the Savior, discovering that "beside him there is no Savior," yet His mercy and grace extend to bring everyone home except the sons of perdition. The video then unpacks the concept of "The Cosmic Christ," where Joseph and Sidney beheld the glory of the Son, witnessing that by Him, "the worlds are and were created, and the inhabitants thereof are begotten sons and daughters unto God."

Next, we confront the sobering reality of "Perdition and His Sons," understanding the profound loss associated with Lucifer and the specific conditions that lead to becoming a son of perdition. This segment surprisingly reveals God's near-universal plan of salvation, emphasizing that "all the rest shall be brought forth by the resurrection of the dead."

Finally, we journey through the three degrees of glory?Celestial, Terrestrial, and Telestial?receiving a breathtaking glimpse into what "heaven" truly looks like, even surpassing all understanding for the Telestial Kingdom. We'll also touch on the profound spiritual experiences that cannot be written but must be "seen and understood by the power of the Holy Spirit." Prepare to enlarge your vision of God's love, justice, and the boundless power of Christ to redeem.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

6:10 Never Underestimate Christ

16:50 The Cosmic Christ

36:28 Perdition and His Sons

52:19 Celestial Glory

1:05:23 Terrestrial Glory

1:13:13 Telestial Glory

1:29:34 What We Can and Cannot Write

1:42:34 One-Liners

2025-07-07
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D&C 71-75 - Confronting Anti-Mormonism

An in-depth study of D&C 71-75, revelations given during a time when the Church was facing anti-Mormonism in Ohio, requiring Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon to pause their work on the Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible to confront the falsehoods being spread by apostate Ezra Booth. Also, insights into mixed-faith marriages, dealing with rejection, and the origins of membership records and temple recommends.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

3:55 Confronting Anti-Mormonism

17:17 Temple Recommends

32:50 Patiently Practical

45:22 Mixed-Faith Marriages

1:02:58 Interpreting Scripture

1:10:27 Second Chances

1:18:07 Dealing with Rejection

1:29:46 One-Liners

2025-06-26
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D&C 67-70 - Treasuring Scripture

An in-depth study of D&C 67-70, revelations regarding the publication of what would eventually become the Doctrine and Covenants. What is the worth of the word? What does it mean to be stewards over the revelations of God? What do we have in the scriptures before us?

0:00 Introduction and Overview

4:19 The Divine Dare

19:45 Seeing God and What He Has Given

34:34 Speaking Scripture

44:08 Raising Children

56:44 Mission Companions

1:06:30 Responsible for Revelation

1:19:19 Stewardship Interviews

1:33:21 One-Liners

2025-06-19
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D&C 64-66 - God Wants Your Heart

An in-depth study of D&C 64-66, revelations given as elders are preparing to go to Zion and are looking for direction from heaven, along with an inspired prayer God wants us to offer, and some specific counsel given to someone with specific questions.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

2:37 Imperfect Leaders

20:22 Forgiveness, Love, & Law

38:20 Tithing

47:58 Slow and Steady

56:42 City on a Hill

1:07:02 Zion Below and Zion Above

1:19:44 Personal Guidance

1:33:54 One-Liners

2025-06-12
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D&C 60-63 - Dangers on the Waters

An in-depth study of D&C 60-63, revelations given as various Church members are traveling back to Kirtland from Missouri. A daylight vision of the destroyer upon the waters troubles the Saints, who are taught how to navigate more than the river they happened to be traveling on. How do we traverse the currents of culture? How do we find solid "gospel ground" to build upon? These revelation offer powerful clues.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

5:14 Buried Talents

17:05 Faster or Slower

27:43 Can He Make Me Holy?

42:06 Dangers on the Waters

55:04 It's Up to Us

1:06:47 Possessive Pronouns

1:14:17 Separation from the Wicked

1:33:03 One-Liners

2025-06-07
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D&C 58-59 - Anxiously Engaged

An in-depth study of D&C 58-59, a revelation laying out the "welcome mat" to the Saints who first began gathering to Zion, and a revelation offering a paradigm shift on commandments, and specifically speaking of the Sabbath Day. In many ways, the early Saints had no idea what they were stepping into when they arrived in Zion, yet they also had no idea how much "power was in them" to make a difference there.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

5:21 Rough Road Ahead

18:20 The Wedding Feast

26:30 Anxiously Engaged

39:00 Real Repentance

53:07 Crowned with Commandments

1:05:57 The Sabbath Day

1:20:52 Generosity and Ingratitude

1:36:36 One-Liners

2025-05-29
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D&C 51-57 - Hastening the Work

An in-depth study of D&C 51-57, a series of revelations that ultimately designated Independence, Missouri, as the "center place" for the establishment of Zion, and that guided the Saints in their attempts to build the Kingdom in both Kirtland and Independence. Despite being very time-bound in their original contexts, these revelations are surprisingly timeless in the relevance of some of the principles they teach!

Introduction and Overview

Temporary or Permanent

Hastening the Work

Attributes and Ordinances

Making Do under the Circumstances

Callings in the Church

Change of Plans

A Spot on the Map One-Liners

2025-05-21
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D&C 49-50- Darkness & Light

An in-depth study of D&C 49-50, revelations intended to clarify true doctrine by exploring beliefs embraced by the Shakers, and by explaining what teaching and learning by the Spirit truly entail.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

6:38 Bible Bashing

20:57 Marriage Is Ordained of God

33:00 Dominion Over the Earth

41:55 False Philosophies

54:52 Spiritual Teaching & Learning

1:07:34 Darkness & Light

1:14:57 Growing Up in God

1:20:41 One-Liners

2025-05-16
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D&C 46-48 - Spiritual Gifts

An in-depth study of D&C 46-48, revelations about spiritual gifts and who is allowed at Church, the writing of Church history, and principles concerning financial gain.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

2:05 Written Instructions or Spiritual Guidance

12:12 Visitors Welcome

25:15 The Purpose of Spiritual Gifts

36:54 To Know or to Believe

47:35 Paired Gifts

57:01 Making History

1:06:32 Earning, Spending, Saving

1:21:45 One-Liners

2025-05-10
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D&C 45 - Christ, Our Advocate

An in-depth study of D&C 45, a revelation describing the Savior's role as our Advocate with the Father, signs of the times before the Second Coming, the Parable of the Ten Virgins, finding safety in the city of Zion, and more.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

3:31 Our Defense Attorney

13:19 Thick Sink, Soft Heart

24:31 Strangers and Pilgrims

32:41 Be Not Troubled

45:04 Recogizing the Wounds

59:36 The Ten Virgins

1:08:50 Safety in Zion

1:20:07 One-Liners

2025-05-03
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D&C 41-44 - Laws of the Lord

An in-depth study of D&C 41-44, revelations regarding the settlement of the Saints in Ohio, the laws of the Lord (particularly the Law of Consecration), and the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

4:27 Agency & Obedience

16:48 The Proper Grip

22:53 Teaching Principles

35:26 The Law of Consecration

56:26 Dangers for Rich and Poor

1:07:31 Taught from on High

1:16:54 Hitting the Snooze Bar

1:29:58 One-Liners

2025-04-24
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D&C 37-40 - Becoming One

An in-depth study of D&C 37-40, revelations regarding the gathering to Ohio, preparing the Saints for the Law of Consecration, and addressing the making and keeping (or not keeping) of covenants.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

3:30 Giving Counsel, Honoring Choice

13:45 Completing the Triange

26:14 Consecration

42:34 A Cure for Commercialism

55:04 Who Cares About Stuff?

1:02:49 Stony Ground, Thorny Ground

1:13:25 Days of Deliverance

1:23:09 One-Liners

2025-04-16
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Easter Message 2025

An exploration of some of the key phrases in the Gospel accounts of Easter Sunday, together with lessons that emerge from applying these phrases.

0:00 Introduction

9:07 "Truly This Man Was the Son of God"

18:39 "Make It as Sure as Ye Can"

28:42 "Fear Not Ye, For I Know Ye Seek Jesus"

37:03 "Why Seek Ye the Living Among the Dead"

46:06 "Ought Not Christ to Have Suffered?"

58:05 "Abide with Us"

1:05:51 "Be Not Faithless, but Believing"

1:22:00 One-Liners

2025-04-10
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D&C 30-36 - Messages for Missionaries

An in-depth study of D&C 30-36, revelations to various individuals being called to serve missions, as well as a revelation to Joseph Smith and Sidney Rigdon regarding the Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

3:44 Missionary Fears

13:11 Senior Missionaries

23:00 Advice for Missionaries

32:17 The Eleventh Hour

41:55 Finding the Faithful in Babylon

55:27 God's Own Bible

1:05:09 Fleeing the Fire

1:14:39 One-Liners

2025-04-03
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D&C 29 - Christ's Second Coming

An in-depth study of D&C 29, a revelation regarding the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, focusing on things that make that day "dreadful" and things that make it "great."

0:00 Introduction and Overview

2:21 - God's Good Will

14:08 The Gathering

24:53 Lesser Judges

33:42 The Limits of Good and Evil

41:32 Progression between Kingdoms?

54:22 Time to Learn

1:02:52 The Unaccountable Years

1:15:28 One-Liners

2025-03-27
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D&C 27-28 - Keys of the Kingdom

An in-depth study of D&C 27-28, a revelation about the Sacrament (including the great Sacrament Meeting at Adam-ondi-Ahman), and a revelation to Oliver Cowdery regarding some spurious "communications" that Hiram Page was receiving through a stone.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

7:15 Things that Matter & Things That Don't

15:38 Keys of the Kingdom

29:40 Armor of God

49:02 Glue Guys

59:32 The Prophet's Prerogative

1:11:47 Hard Conversations

1:20:46 Temporary Gifts

1:28:06 One-Liners

2025-03-20
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D&C 23-26 - An Elect Lady

An in-depth study of D&C 23-26, revelations to Emma Smith and other Saints, almost like miniature patriarchal blessings. Strengths and weaknesses, promises and warnings, callings and counsel, all from a loving God to children He knows infinitely and intimately.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

5:39 Room for Improvement

17:15 Specific Strengths

26:03 Timetables

34:40 Supporting Your Spouse

48:28 Which World Do You Want

1:00:19 The Song of the Heart

1:17:14 Where to Spend Your Time

1:29:38 One-Liners

2025-03-13
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D&C 20-22 - The Constitution of the Church

An in-depth study of D&C 20-22 - the "constitution" of the Church of Jesus Christ, a revelation received when the Church was officially organized, and a revelation regarding the need for baptism.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

5:17 How We Know

19:18 Justification and Sanctification

36:30 Adding to the Scriptures

50:26 Cleansing Ordinances

1:02:53 Priesthood Duties

1:12:44 Patience and Faith

1:29:53 Dead Works or Living Faith

1:39:41 One-Liners

2025-03-07
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D&C 19 - Christ's Atonement

An in-depth study of D&C 19 - a revelation to Martin Harris about Christ's suffering in Gethsemane, the need for repentance, what "eternal punishment" really means, and more. 

0:00 Introduction and Overview

3:50 Introducing Jesus

12:30 The Rhetoric of Repentance

30:43 Christ's Preparatory Atonement

44:57 Peace in Christ

52:59 Milk Before Meat

1:09:34 Ownership or Stewardship

1:22:52 Reader Rejoice

1:30:16 One-Liners

2025-03-03
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D&C 18 - The Worth of Souls

An in-depth study of D&C 18 - a revelation to Oliver Cowdery and David Whitmer about the worth of souls, crying repentance, the name of Christ, the calling of the Twelve Apostles, the Lord's voice in scripture, and more.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

3:08 Each Has a Role to Play

11:08 The Worth of Souls

26:41 Churches Fighting Churches

37:26 Taking the Name of Christ

47:49 The Twelve Apostles

59:59 Recognizing the Lord's Voice in Scripture

1:09:00 Heart and Hand

1:16:29 One-Liners

2025-02-19
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D&C 12-17; JS-Hist. 1:66-75 - Fellow Servants

An in-depth study of D&C 12-17 - revelations to Joseph Knight Sr. and David, John, and Peter Whitmer Jr., as well as events surrounding the experience of the 3 Witnesses and the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

3:03 Burning Daylight

11:37 Preparing the Way

24:27 The Greatest Gift

33:06 Form Letters or Individual Attention

45:52 Witnesses and Witnessing

57:09 The Meaning and Intention of Scripture

1:11:32 Tapping into Transcendence

1:24:43 One-Liners

2025-02-12
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D&C 10-11 - Second Chances

An in-depth study of D&C 10-11 - a revelation to Joseph Smith as he resumes translating the Book of Mormon after the loss of the 116 pages, and a revelation to Hyrum Smith about the Spirit and preparing to share the gospel.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

4:29 Lost and Found

12:37 Sustainable Pace

22:36 Prayers of Faith

30:59 Ahead of the Game

45:35 The Church and Other Churches

1:05:08 The Compass of Conscience

1:15:45 Preparing to Preach

1:27:00 One-Liners

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2025-02-06
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D&C 6-9 - The Spirit of Revelation

An in-depth study of D&C 6-9 - revelations to Oliver Cowdery about revelation, testimony, and the Book of Mormon translation; and a revelation to Joseph Smith about the apostle John.

0:00 Introduction and Overview

6:01 Discovering Life's Purpose

17:03 Taking Correction

29:22 Remembering and Reconfirming

43:47 Faith, Doubt, and Fear

53:52 Extending Your Mission

1:01:31 Mind and Heart

1:14:21 Why Didn't It Work?

1:27:34 One-Liners

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2025-01-30
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D&C 3-5 - My Work Shall Go Forth

An in-depth study of the visitation of D&C 3-5 - a revelation to Joseph Smith and Martin Harris about the loss of the 116 pages, a revelation to Joseph Smith Sr. about being called to the work, and a revelation to Martin Harris about gaining a testimony through faith rather than sight.

 

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2025-01-24
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D&C 2; JS-Hist. 1:27-65 - Turning Hearts

An in-depth study of the visitation of the angel Moroni to the young Joseph Smith, as found in Joseph Smith-History 1:1-26.

0:00 Introduction

3:09 Teenagers

24:34 The Three Shelves

31:32 Joseph Smith's Reputation

38:13 Planting Priesthood Promises

54:30 Prophecies Fulfilled

1:02:06 Responding to Revelation

1:15:34 Protecting the Plates

1:24:45 One-Liners

Transcript of this episode: https://drive.google.com/file/d/164OqgnzL_ysMWDgTRTkWn3sp8lYx-rIT/view?usp=sharing

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2025-01-16
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Joseph Smith-History 1:1-26 - Seeking Truth

An in-depth study of the 1838 account of the First Vision, as found in Joseph Smith-History 1:1-26.

0:00 Introduction

1:11 TikTok Announcement

2:16 Topic Previews

3:11 Millennial Choirs and Orchestras: The Vision

6:03 Abusing the Mind

14:38 The Three S's

19:51 Design and Disposition

22:11 Presenting, Promiting, or Proving?

37:40 Mixed-Faith Family

50:57 Let Him Ask

1:05:13 Darkness and Light

1:16:29 Opposition and Persecution

1:35:49 Independent Witness

1:45:29 One Liners

Transcript of this episode: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VJJ6jYyeyBdmNhmKQA5exYvs5b08vRM7/view?usp=sharing

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2025-01-09
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D&C 1: Hearken!

An in-depth study of Doctrine & Covenants section 1, the Lord's preface to His "Book of Commandments."

0:00 Introduction

11:17 Hearken to the Voice of Warning

33:58 Delegated Authority

37:18 The Lord Is Nigh

44:24 The Great Apostasy

53:57 The Promised Restoration

1:02:46 Olive Osmond and Queen Elizabeth II

1:05:36 Divine Truth in Mortal Language

1:10:16 The Only True and Living Church

1:19:50 Polarization in the Last Days

1:28:32 One Liners

1:30:22 Conclusion

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2025-01-06
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Bicentennial Proclamation: The Restoration

An in-depth study of the proclamation to the world read by President Russell M. Nelson during the April 2020 General Conference, marking the bicentennial of the First Vision. Entitled "The Restoration of the Fulness of the Gospel of Jesus Christ," it proclaims the reality of the restoration and invites the world to receive its glorious message. This lesson focuses on proclamations, the First Vision, the Father and the Son, the Prophet Joseph Smith, Apostasy and Restoration, the Book of Mormon, continual revelation, and more.

 

0:00 Introduction

1:24 The Plan for What Lies Ahead

9:50 Studying the Doctrine & Covenants

14:49 Bicentennial Proclamation on the Restoration

22:49 Celebrating the First Vision

35:49 God the Father and Jesus Christ the Son

41:55 Joseph Smith

46:05 The Apostasy

54:11 The Restoration

59:39 The Book of Mormon

1:03:47 Continuing Revelation

1:09:57 Conclusion

2024-12-30
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Christmas Special: Handel's Messiah

Among the beloved musical masterpieces of Christmas, Handel's Messiah stands out for the majesty of its melodies and the power of its lyrics, all of which come directly from Scripture. In this special Christmas episode, we ponder the many names and titles given to Jesus throughout the scriptural lyrics of Handel's Messiah. Like the facets of a diamond, each name and title reflects an aspect of Christ's divine character and mission. Honor Him as mighty God, everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace, as we study the many names by which He is known. Merry Christmas!

2024-12-19
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