Come Follow Me - Doctrine and Covenants 98-101: "Be Still and Know"

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 98-101, revelations regarding the persecution the Saints were facing in Missouri, as well as several missions various Saints were serving. This lesson focuses on attitude in adversity, the law of the land, passing our proving grounds, just war theory, maintaining the moral high ground, entrusting your family to God, science and creation, watchmen on the tower, the U.S. Constitution, the flip side of freedom, and more. Join Jared Halverson for your weekly Come Follow Me study of the Doctrine and Covenants!
Time stamps:
- Historical Context - 1:16
- Study of D&C 98 - 13:07
- Study of D&C 99 - 1:25:36
- Study of D&C 100 - 1:36:13
- Study of D&C 101 - 1:52:09
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[@indy3240]

Please DO NOT shorten your podcasts!!!!!!! They are needed and I am so GRATEFUL

[@paulrenberg8559]

Love the podcast…I listen to it on my bike rides, however, I’ve had to add an additional ride each week to get through each lesson. My rides are limited to about an hour (12-18 miles depending on my legs) every other night and it takes me 4 rides a week now. My wife says you’re not only helping my spiritual side but are helping my physical side as well. You are the best thing that has come out of the COVID world we now live in.

[@janepollard112]

I am widowed for 6 years and I feel comforted and supported, using faith to live this phase of my life. Grateful for many blessings too many to name.

[@LynetteBRobinson]

Goodness! I took you with me on my walk this morning, worked in my garden with you and bottled salsa with you all afternoon and I still aren’t finished. I’m amazed at how you can pull scripture references and gospel content seemingly out of thin air. I am so much more at ease with my gospel study thanks to you. I can’t imagine the investment you make is us every week and thank you!

[@Frankincensedjb123]

As a member and college professor who's taught 2, 3, and even 5 hour classes, I know the preparation demanded to teach lengthy periods of time. You have certainly put your extensive experience to good use. God bless.

[@LatterDaisySaint]

And thank you, to your family, Brother Halverson - this is time away from them, perhaps - so we appreciate their sacrifice, as well.

[@MikolDawn]

I absolutely love your lengthy videos. I want to listen to everything you will share! You have studied your whole life and you have extensive knowledge and thank you for sharing it. If you ever write books, I think your books would be Best Sellers in our church population. I would buy every one.

[@heidijordan4346]

No!

[@romanavillapando9468]

Scriptures is my daily reminder to live by

[@drbcherry]

Thanks so very much for your insights, time and obvious preparation. We enjoy and appreciate your efforts to teach us the layers of the gospel found in the scriptures. We appreciate your efforts every week.

[@weemouse1959]

I appreciate your long lessons. 🐱 Thank you very much for all you do for us individuals that actually want to learn. ❤️ & 🙏🙏🙏

[@bodilbailey6007]

Thank you for all your work and willingness to share. I love the verse to verse approach even though it makes for a long lesson, I sometimes brake it up, but it's never boring because you relate it to our daily life NOW. I think of your posterity how they will love to watch these lesson, what wonderful memories and teachings you are leaving for them

[@rogerbeckman2672]

We can’t tell you how much we appreciate your lessons.

[@chrisolsen8321]

It is prophesied that our great constitution will be hanging by a thread and God's faithful chosen will save it. I want to be one of those. I'm so grateful that you take the time to go in depth and elaborate on doctrine that we might overlook. We have to be diligent in preserving the rights that God has blessed us with. We all need to be better, faithful servants of his vineyard. I love you Brother Jared.

[@DS-zj2on]

Wiki is interesting: "... the LDS Church has stated that "the so-called 'White Horse Prophecy'... is not embraced as Church doctrine; while numerous Mormon fundamentalists continue to preach the doctrine"

[@chrisolsen8321]

@@DS-zj2on I don't know what you're talking about because my quotes date back to over 10 modern day prophets. I'm not a fundamentalist, what is your problem!!!!

[@emh7956]

Great series on the US Constitution: kzbin.info/aero/PLS2zYUkKepAq1KkqO0LkXteCjwaJgT5u6 "The Constitution Is The Solution"

[@nancyd2758]

I love how much detail you add to the scriptures no matter how much time it takes. Please keep up the good work, this helps many people. I listen to you throughout the week.

[@clarkgriffeth3199]

I see some negative comments on the length of your podcast. I want you to know I appreciate your in depth classes. I’ve been in and taught plenty of short class and know that the time only permits hitting the high spots and they become the only parts of the scriptures ever discussed. Your lessons are always full of new information and understanding for me especially in the doctrine and covenants. Not having much background in church history or a huge understanding of the scriptures it’s always been my least favorite of the scriptures. Now I’m starting to appreciate it. A half hour or so at a time. I’m thinking that to prepare and produce these you must spend at least double the time that we see. I know your a very busy man. Thank you for taking the time that I can understand my Savior and church better

[@garthwoodland505]

Amen!!!!!

[@LatterDaisySaint]

I don't understand the complaints. I'm actually glad they aren't shorter!! I can listen a little here and there, throughout the week. And what better use of your time, than this? Watch this, instead of a movie. Listen to this, instead of a podcast. Listen as you make dinner. Listen as you get ready in the morning. Chill on your couch, with your eyes closed, and just listen and enjoy. Put on some headphones and listen while you take a walk around your neighborhood, or hike on a trail. Complain about how long this video is, or free up space in your life for it. It's a good thing to make time for, that's for sure!

[@janellebird3771]

❤😍💯 I totally agree!!

[@janellebird3771]

@@LatterDaisySaint yes!

[@janellebird3771]

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[@7358sparky]

A friend led my wife and I to your podcasts. We enjoy them very much. It is a great way to spend part of the Sabbath listening to your instruction. We are gaining new insights not seen before. I also listen to you during the week in my basement while working on humanitarian projects. Thank you, Jared, for all you do. We also love the personal stories that you share. Those are always great.

[@jenniejennie3884]

Always trust in Jesus Christ. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@karinabloom135]

Thank you so much for your knowledge of the scriptures to keep our faith strong in hard 🕰️s of fear in our oppositions

[@joelchildress7613]

Thank you for teaching true doctrine.

[@steveclemons8191]

I love your videos!! Please please please do not shorten them because some people don’t have time to listen to the whole thing. Those of us who do, want you to cover everything you want to cover. Perhaps some just won’t be able to listen to the whole thing, but the rest of us will be able to (and we are glad to get as much as we can). You go ahead and cover what you think the material warrants. I am grateful to receive whatever you have for us. No insult intended to those who have less time to listen than I do. ❤️ them and to you brother H.

[@cletaspratt9162]

I have a fear of my calling. This is going to help me overcome and just do it

[@shannonmaeswartz5316]

You can do all things through Him that strengthens you, to paraphrase it. Best of luck - you will be blessed for your efforts. 😊

[@laraejackson4115]

Boy, this lesson is so relevant in today’s world! Our politics have gone corrupt!

[@tradne85]

It always was. Such is the nature of man made government. All we can do is make the best of it.

[@weemouse1959]

Yep, true statement.

[@susiecompton836]

Thank you Bro Halverson. You are an answer to prayers today. Thank you for your preparation and hard work!

[@Unshaken]

You are so welcome. All credit to the Answerer of every prayer. May He continue to bless you!

[@BravyM9]

I began watching your Come Follow Me lessons in 2020 when we weren’t meeting in person. I read the scriptures that are set out in the manual, followed the zoom discussions and now in person with my ward. But watching Unshaken has become part of my personal Come Follow Me study. I learn so much from your lessons. I hope you continue to do these for a long long time. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your gift as a teacher.

[@twizzles659]

I hope that all who comeon the link to watch brother Jared Halverson teach us in the ways of Our Lord and Savior, will stop and click on the like button for his time and effort and love for the scriptures and us. In doing so you will help put his video's further up the LINE OF POPULAR VIDEO's that is a great way to SPREAD THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST. Smiles!!!

[@billiepardoe908]

50,000.Congratulations. You are doing a good work. Thank you.

[@1christylynn]

I needed to hear these words today. A reminder that my trials are to make me stronger and I need to have a strong relationship with my Savior even when things are not in crisis mode. Thank you for your time! My love and prayers are with you.

[@tempmac9502]

Good day bro Jared I am so thankful for this one this week I need to hear this one may Heavenly Father blessed thee for making the scriptures so simple for me because I needed to hear this one thank you.be blessed.

[@novawarren5074]

I read scripture all the time, and I had the night back in September 1986, lost all of the easy to come to mind, and much I had to relearn.When he is going to teach us more I will be so happy because I have been like one if having a chance to learn I would never stop wanting to learn.like Enoch ❤️🙂🎄📖📖📖

[@brendonball310]

thank you so much for inviting the spirit and helping me prepare for a mission! Indiana, Indianapolis from Rexburg Idaho

[@Unshaken]

Congratulations on your call to serve! The fact that you would spend this much time studying scripture is proof that you'll be a powerful instrument in the Lord's hands!

[@kimedo61]

Yay! My home town! You’ll love it!

[@novawarren5074]

It's afternoon and many places have been hit by Ida in different ways.and I'm very happy to see you and get the next video of the few sections I truly love each one of the lessons from you.Thank you for each one of them.📖📖📖❤️🙏

[@harrisonbeckett1545]

Thank you for the lesson and. Explanations in todays word useage

[@LatterDaisySaint]

Your videos have helped me though the bitter darkness and anguish of Akathisia. I appreciate how long there are...there is not much I am capable of doing, but I can listen and learn....and it's so needed. Thank you!!

[@LatterDaisySaint]

@Papas Heaven Thank you!!!

[@maryfranjeppesen8932]

I listen to you every morning! I have a journal D&C. As i listen i write notes in my journal so i can remember the truths you teach us! Thank you! May you be blessed!!

[@elkehoelzle7195]

Hello from Brazil. Thank you! You feed my soul and help me as a new LDS member

[@Unshaken]

I'm so glad to hear that! Congratulations on finding your way into the fold! The Church is better and stronger with you in it. May the Lord bless you throughout your journey of faith!

[@elkehoelzle7195]

@@Unshaken thank you! I 've watched all the way to the and, all your videos. God bless you.

[@GFSongbird]

This would have gone way over my head if I was a new member. Good for you. You must be really smart.

[@ambers6313]

Thank you for having such a strong spirit, it is felt 🙌

[@bimhoff7793]

I’m one of your followers. Thank you !

[@harrisonbeckett1545]

Thank you for your explanation of all remarks in the word usage in the scriptures

[@SupernovaSpence]

Thank you. I am still listening but I needed this today. I have been praying to know what to do and this has answered my prayers. Thank you ❤️

[@karinabloom135]

This is just what I need after this day

[@carolynbosil1344]

A bit late in finishing, but your inspiration in teaching D & C 94~101 is magnificent. Every single week of being taught the principles, doctrines and added extra history is like listening to general conference daily. May the Lord’s continued blessings be upon you and your sweet family. 💕

[@novawarren5074]

I love this studying 😍

[@livinthedream4479]

I persevered to the end and really glad I did because I was reminded of how the Lord waits for us to step up and do all that he has asked and more so that he can redeem Zion.

[@brendahedin1927]

I wish I could like. More than once.

[@charlieluerssen273]

Thanks for reinforcing faith while still acknowledging fear. To trust in God as one faces their fears is a test worth taking. I love the great example of the young Joseph F. Smith as he returned to Utah from his mission in Hawaii. He was all alone tending the camp of his fellow travelers somewhere in the desert of CA/NV while they were off hunting. Joseph was warn to stay close to the camp because there was ruffians hunting Mormons in the area. To Joseph's surprise not long after the other left to hunt a mob of ruffians rode in to camp yelling and cursing asking young Joseph if he has seen any Mormons. Joseph jumped saying, I'm a Mormon true and blue... The chief ruffians was so surprised at Joseph's courage he jumped off his horse to shake Joseph's hand as he praised him for having the courage to stand-up for his religion. He then hopped back up on this horse and left with his mob. That was faith and courage in the face of a fearful mob. That type of faith will open the heavens and cause your enemies to flee. Your brother Jared inspire that type of faith in tour listeners.

[@gladysbone2286]

I loved this lesson. We need to be faithful and obedient. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@toriagardner1365]

Thank you so much for your lessons. I learn so much every time. I love this one especially, many of our members need to hear it.

[@gemmacapupus3770]

I am happy to learn from you. I have nerver learned so much 🥰 in a day in the past like I am learning with you. It's kind of a walk through. Thank you so much brother. You help me strengthen, become more valiant in my testimony 😘 from the bottom of my heart I began to love KZbin these Covid days🫂😍.

[@kevdonald1298]

Jared, I know this may be a bit premature, however, I sure hope you will prepare similar lessons in 2022 for our upcoming Old Testament studies.Just a positive seed to water for the next few months.Gracias hermano.

[@weemouse1959]

I hope that Jared will notice your comment. I would love for him to do videos on the Old Testament.

[@MikolDawn]

O no !! I forgot the Old Testament is coming up! I can never understand the way it is written! I really hope Brother Halverson will have compassion on us and help us interpret the Old Testament next year!!!

[@kevdonald1298]

@@MikolDawn Let us pray his lesson is more condensed😇I could see Genesis turning into a 6 hour video.

[@tarp11z]

I can't wait for his Old Testament lessons.

[@tarp11z]

@@kevdonald1298 I have no problem with him taking as long as he wants. He's already made history as a teacher of LDS scripture. I cannot imagine anyone ever having taught the scriptures more thoroughly. I believe his work will change the Church to some extent. We have all been on different pages of doctrinal knowledge for too long, and many of us yearn for more. Seminary was a long time ago, and those of us who were there at all were not yet adults. Then there are converts who never had the privilege. It is hard to be a good member missionary when one doesn't know one's religion. Brother Halverson provides a solid bridge to that end.

[@purificacionmacasaet5471]

We the listener's are very grateful for teaching US this Wonderful talent you are sharing for the goodness of mankind. Thanks a lot. May you not stop to inform US different knowledge pertaining to the kingdom of GOD. More Power to your Channel. GOD 🙏🙏🙏

[@misschelle55]

I am always so amazed and thankful for the depth of your lessons. I love history and so appreciate that you put the events into historical perspective. It helps me to understand what is happening in relation to the history of mankind. Thank you for your diligence.

[@lisaolsen8212]

I love Sister Wendy Nelsons statement 2018: “we are all the first generation of God’s children.” We all belong to the greatest generation.

[@harmonywoodrome9911]

Wonderful lesson. Thank you very much 😍👏

[@tdijon7]

Thank you, Brother Halverson. Studying the Doctrine and Covenants this year has been soul expanding. This book has sort of been my white whale, and it feels good to understand it.

[@davidspjut9365]

Thank you once again my brother👍. It seems to me that strength always arrives through opposition: Agency is a gift to learn to use wisely through our choices…through our faith to overcome the natural man, we are strengthened to do so, choice by choice…we learn that temptations are overcome by giving them no attention, and we receive strength from the Lord to continue faithful. Even the proving of contraries involves this law….in fact the universe could not exist without opposition. By faithfully choosing what we feel is right

[@davidspjut9365]

Anyway…I am grateful to learn through the refining power and truth of this eternal principal. Thank you for your good work Jared❤️😇

[@1orielle2]

Your teaching has been one of the blessings of covid. Many in my family participate in your lessons. Thank you!

[@markconway1138]

Hanging in there! These are long, but most excellent! I Thank you and the Lord for your gift and willingness to share your marvelous talent.

[@carolynnb2]

Thank you so much for the transcription!

[@ggc456742]

Love this. Watch it every Sunday

[@jeramyjessicabelnap6884]

I have truly loved your lessons and am grateful for the time you give to prepare as well as provide us what you feel inspired to give. When I am tight on time, I speed you up a bit. Evidence shows that increased speed can still be taken in, in some cases even more so than at regular speed.. I can hear it all and be fed, which we all need! Please don't stop, you've changed my life!

[@janetgaurie7163]

Thank you so much for your lessons. They’ve helped me grow so much.

[@renedalumpines9076]

More saints were following your lesson! You're awesome teacher!

[@marygorham5038]

I am so thankful to be part of this family. You have helped me so much to understand. Thank you so much!!!

[@gmcconcord]

This lesson comes at a most important time, and I am grateful for your thoughtful words, and the sharing of your talent. This lesson helps provide much clarity in a very dark world. Thank you.

[@rconger24]

98&101 - THE CONSTITUTION came from men that God raised up!

[@blitzinstripes3788]

We need that now more than ever, don't we?

[@emh7956]

Check out this series on the U. S. Constitution: kzbin.info/aero/PLS2zYUkKepAq1KkqO0LkXteCjwaJgT5u6 "The Constitution Is The Solution" very worthwhile.

[@nomameyer8619]

Thank-you!

[@ambers6313]

Thank you, I needed this 🤗

[@karinabloom135]

So glad you bat for our side, in this war of truth, hate to see you guys ever go rough, glad you got children, sons of Halver, sounds like sons of Thunder on their missions👍

[@catherinebruce3231]

Hello from England. This has made a great difference to my life and testimony- so enjoyable and insightful. Thank you

[@sherryware]

Thank you for your time and your wonderful insight. I enjoy your videos.

[@danawilkinson4183]

Thanks for the lesson!

[@scheckmom]

I love your lessons! I appreciate the thoroughness and applications. I follow your lessons throughout the week along with my scripture study. I don’t know what to do when the video is over! Love the early preview to next week’s lesson. That helps me start pondering early on the next sections.

[@suzannaylor653]

I don't often have enough time to participate in your entire weekly episodes, but I have to say, I LOVE your intro! Just listening to it lifts me up each time. Thank you!😃

[@danettehansen2687]

Try setting the speed to 1.75. You get through it faster.

[@DS-zj2on]

Love the length and the connection of every verse to the whole. Never realized how important this really is until Unshaken. Has taught me to no longer skim, but understand. I feel different after 3.5 hrs. Transformed and transported. Finally understand how to read scriptures better. I went to a youth testimony mtg and someone said he was from "the royal generation" and felt sorry for the rest of us, that we did not have that distinction, LOL. Hate to tell him this old lady was told that in the 60's herself. Love the treatise of this!

[@Dian2u]

This is more needful and obviously lacking in government today. We don't have honest, wise or good people running govt. Therefore the skepticism and distrust is justified. And WE must be honest and wise and good enough not to follow or support them. And we've been deceived by the wicked among us for a very long time. We need to change. We need to support those laws that are Constitutional and not follow their wickedness. It's up to us to have courage to stand . DC 98 is one of my most favorite scriptures.

[@louisevigil4485]

Jared this lesson is really good, it’s for our time right now. This might help o your sore lip. It cure instantly, lip clear Lysine

[@Unshaken]

Thanks for the advice! I was laughing at that cold sore--as a kid I would have been mortified to be seen in public with a sore on my lip. Glad to have a little proof that I'm less self-conscious now :)

[@ronald02077]

1,000mg of L-Lysine every day for a month, than 500mg maintenance daily. You'll never have a canker sore and fever blister again. Used it for years in my practice. DOC

[@weemouse1959]

@@ronald02077 Thank you for the advice. 🐱

[@nathanshaw6303]

98:13-14 reminds me of the discussion we had earlier on Rev 12:11 on how we overcame in the pre-mortal life. Check out footnote c , it is how we signed up and what we signed up for. TS. 42:10.

[@janellebird3771]

Ah!! I thought section 88 that you did, was unbeatable... but this one, is pretty close to 88. And I'm only 20 min in!! So MANY truths and words of Peace. Thank you for being God's Mouth Peace! Its so wonderful!

[@ginniez.snyder6892]

I have found joy this morning in listening to your teaching verse 24 about being punished in advance! I have chuckled through your information because I delight in your explaining this concept ! Thank you ! It is so true!! It took me back to raising our six children and being a first grade teacher for many years ! You made my day !!!🙏🏻❤️❤️‼️

[@IntoAllTruth.]

The ram in the thicket was wearing a crown of thorns.

[@halakikulastrickland9252]

Thank you for this spiritual and an uplifting lesson 💚 it has helped me with my preparation for my own conversion of the gospel🎉 The gospel is true. Kia monuina!

[@veritoalmeida]

This is like taking an Institute class. I don't mind how long it takes to go through each verse. Thank you for your time.

[@ennelei9030]

Thank you for your lengthy videos. We are learning so much! People should break it down in increments they can handle if the lengthy lessons are too long for them. I sometimes get a little behind but its not a problem as I eventually catch up. We appreciate your sacrifice Br Halverson!

[@berdytv3739]

New subscriber here from philippines😊

[@aliciamilne2314]

Thank you for these each week :) I truly appreciate your time and sacrifice :)

[@nancyfarmer3612]

Thank you Jared! I've learned I need to be more obedient. Love how long these are!

[@debrabennett3009]

Love this channel. We’ve been listening since June 2020 and eagerly await the newest installment. We have told so many people about it. Thank you for your constant hard work. We pray before we listen and ask that the Lord bless you.

[@nickpassmore]

I love these lessons. They have helped me so much. I am so grateful for Brother Halverson and I hope to thank him personally one day. Does anyone know if there is a way to see them in some sort of order? I just look it up on KZbin and random lessons come up. It is always a battle for me to find the latest lesson or a previous lesson

[@michaelwilwand8036]

I cherish the idea of God proving us. 1830s Webster’s dictionary “prove” defined as “reveal under experimentation”. Forget the idea of a final test because God already knows our nature and how we will act. Think of this as an educative/learning experience that reveals to OURSELVES how we will respond.

[@michaelcrowley9008]

Keep listening to this over and over because I keep loosing my place. So. Bookmark. 3:07:40 wander wander die. 3:11:00 the greatest generation so far. 3:12:40 when will we be Zion so we can build Zion? 3:13:50 you were so close! 3:14:21 fishing this chapter.. importune regress

[@tandyhammond6584]

Did you hear about tip to open manuscript of any video?? Just click on 3 dots under lower rt hand corner and you can read along! Also, if you hold Cntrl f and type ANY word in video it will jump you to that part of video! LOVE modern technology! Hope this is as helpful for you😇❤

[@michaelcrowley9008]

@@tandyhammond6584 ok, I'll try this. But, I don't have ctrl button because I use my phone to watch it.

[@janeychejake]

@@tandyhammond6584 Can this be done on a phone?

[@tandyhammond6584]

@@janeychejakeUnfortunately, it can't be done on phone- only computer.😔

[@mirnacastro7699]

If Joseph is receiving the revelations, who is writing them down? Has the church through the years edited these revelations? I love them!

[@aliciamilne2314]

The last 10 or so years we’ve started voting third party and oh my the pushback we get! But I can’t feel ok in my soul just voting for the lesser of two evils

[@troymitchell1747]

Oh no I’m getting behind. I missed last week. Dang it!

[@kevdonald1298]

Step it up bro....you have time😇

[@tandyhammond6584]

No worries! It's always online for you to revisit whenever you choose to❤

[@latterdaycovenantliving]

Listening to this Nov 8 2022 so it’s too late again. I voted but I wasn’t happy about it.

[@janedeloatch9939]

Honest, wise and good people can’t run because of the almighty dollar. I see nothing but corruption in Washington. It makes me mourn.

[@dianebilyeu831]

from Philippines paraiso ward sagay saints negros occidental

[@sherylstone3152]

Thank you so much for your lessons. I really appreciate them. Did your family have a missionary serving in New Zealand about 50 years ago? I remember an Elder Halverson.

[@elkehoelzle7195]

Brother Halverson, I dont understand agency. What is agency? I am going to ask my Bishop to explain it to me in my native tongue, portuguese, but every time you say agency I don't understand. If you could please help me with that, I 'd apreciate it.

[@ryanhulme]

O arbítrio é a capacidade e o privilégio concedidos por Deus de escolher e agir por nós mesmos. O arbítrio é essencial no plano de salvação. Sem ele, não seríamos capazes de aprender, progredir ou de seguir o Salvador. Com o arbítrio, somos “livres para escolher a liberdade e a vida eterna por meio do grande Mediador de todos os homens, ou para [escolher] o cativeiro e a morte, de acordo com o cativeiro e o poder do diabo” (2 Néfi 2:27). Na vida pré-mortal, tínhamos o arbítrio moral. Um dos propósitos da vida terrena é mostrar quais escolhas faremos (ver 2 Néfi 2:15-16). Se fôssemos forçados a escolher o bem, não nos seria possível demonstrar o que escolheríamos por nossa própria vontade. Além disso, somos mais felizes fazendo as coisas que decidimos fazer por nossa livre escolha. O arbítrio talvez tenha sido um dos principais assuntos levantados no Conselho dos Céus na pré-mortalidade. Foi uma das causas mais importantes do conflito entre os seguidores de Cristo e os seguidores de Satanás. O Senhor disse que todas as pessoas são responsáveis por suas próprias motivações, atitudes, ações e seus próprios desejos. Embora sejamos livres para escolher nosso curso de ação, não somos livres para escolher as consequências de nossas ações. As consequências, boas ou más, seguem-se como resultado natural de qualquer escolha que tenhamos feito (ver Gálatas 6:7; Apocalipse 22:12).

[@monty-365]

Bro Halverson--is that a direct quote from your sister? It’s deep and true and needs to be on a T-shirt!

[@tarp11z]

I feel like our last "honest, wise, and good" was Eisenhower. But at age 52, I could be wrong.

[@tinysafari1851]

Where did you get the beautiful portrait of mother Eve with the serpent?

[@Unshaken]

One of my institute students painted that as a gift for me, after a "Women in the Scriptures" course in which we talked at length about Eve's courage and faith. It's a masterpiece surpassed only by the celestial soul who painted it!

[@cdmalchusable]

I hope you don't mind Bro Hal, and also that it doesn't detract from your amazing lesson, if I share the timelapsed video of the Eve painting Kylie did for you here? kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6fddXV-d6mjbac

[@tinysafari1851]

@@cdmalchusable this is amazing

[@garthwoodland505]

@@cdmalchusable thank you! I loved it!!!!!

[@daleehrisman9943]

One of the principles of federalism is the states had the right to sucede from the union as a check on federal power. This worked well in 1832 for South Carolina to reign in the federal government. This power was lost because of the civil war and part of the reason the federal government is out of control!

[@badesign9519]

Almost 4 hours! Come on that's just too much. Thanks though for your service and efforts tho. I do appreciate them.

[@Unshaken]

I feel the same!!! This scripture block has more verses in it than any we've done to this point, and as long as we're sticking to the verse-by-verse approach, it makes for a loooong lesson! I'll definitely have to change the approach next year in the Old Testament since verse-by-verse will be impossible, but I've wondered if I might need to start making that shift earlier!

[@mariaconlon1656]

Make it 11 hours! I’ll still remain.

[@ref7249]

@@Unshaken no please don’t-I love love love the verse by verse technique! I’m still on the previous episode. It’s been a crazy week or so. Nonetheless, I am soooo looking forward to this particular segment as it contains a scripture that President Kimball commended to me. I’ll watch, learn, listen and feel the Spirit for as long as you are willing to share.

[@garthwoodland505]

@@Unshaken I love the word by word, verse by verse approach! As long as you have strength to share your spirit and insight, I will find a way to listen to both! 3 hrs can fly by like it's nothing. 3 hours a week is less than 30 minutes a day. The benefit of taking the time to listen to you far outweigh any sacrifice of time. Please don't give heed to those who can't figure out a way to take the time to study with you while sacrificing part of your message for wise men who do.

[@tiffo247]

It’s worth it!!! Keep the videos coming!!:)