Come, Follow Me - Real Talk - EP 40 Isaiah 50-57

Episode 40
God’s wake up call
Jesus gets you
Don’t try to convert everyone
Isaiah 50-57 | September 26-October 2
Lesson 40
“He Hath Borne Our Griefs, and Carried Our Sorrows”
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Join hosts Ganel-Lyn Condie and John Fossum as they discuss impactful topics from this week’s Come, Follow Me lesson covering these chapters in the book of Isaiah. Explore these important themes, topics, and questions:
God’s wake up call to Israel and how it’s a wake up call to us
Empathy vs. Sympathy
The Gathering of Israel- what our role is and how we can help
Interfaith work and linking arms with other faith-focused people
Trusting God and in his love
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Invitation:
Without an agenda, befriend someone (a neighbor, classmate, coworker, etc.) who believes differently than you. By doing good and showing kindness to others, we will help with the gathering that Jesus will do.
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Quotes & Links:
Link to Come, Follow Me Through the Old Testament Book:
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Link to Ganel-Lyn's Dress from Sweet Salt Clothing:
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“We have to go forth with our hands and build up Zion. Zion will be built up; Zion will be redeemed, and she will arise and shine and put on her beautiful garments; she will break from off her neck her yoke, and she will be clothed with the glory of our God. Zion has been sold for nought; she will be redeemed without money; she will arise in her beauty and glory,...” [JD 19:295, Wilford Woodruff, The Blessings Realized By the Saints, Etc.]
“I don’t completely understand your challenges. But through my personal tests and trials-the ones that have brought me to my knees-I have become well acquainted with the One who does understand, He who was “acquainted with grief,” who experienced all and understands all. And in addition, I have experienced all of the mortal tests that I just mentioned through the lens of a daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend.” [2015-A:11, Carole M. Stephens, The Family Is of God]
“Our opportunity as covenant-keeping daughters of God is not just to learn from our own challenges; it is to unite in empathy and compassion as we support other members of the family of God in their struggles, as we have covenanted to do. When we do so, we also come to understand and trust that the Savior knows the difficulties of the way and can guide us through whatever sorrows and disappointments may come. He is true charity, and His love “endureth forever”-in part through us as we follow Him.” [2015-A:11, Carole M. Stephens, The Family Is of God]
“…The purpose of faith is not to change God’s will but to empower us to act on God’s will. Faith is trust-trust that God sees what we cannot and that He knows what we do not. Sometimes, trusting our own vision and judgment is not enough. I learned this as an airline pilot on days when I had to fly into thick fog or clouds and could see only a few feet ahead. I had to rely on the instruments that told me where I was and where I was headed. I had to listen to the voice of air traffic control. I had to follow the guidance of someone with more accurate information than I had. Someone whom I could not see but whom I had learned to trust. Someone who could see what I could not. I had to trust and act accordingly to arrive safely at my destination.” [2016-O:15, Dieter F. Uchtdorf, Fourth Floor, Last Door]
“Faith means that we trust not only in God’s wisdom but that we trust also in His love. It means trusting that God loves us perfectly, that everything He does-every blessing He gives and every blessing He, for a time, withholds-is for our eternal happiness. With this kind of faith, though we may not understand why certain things happen or why certain prayers go unanswered, we can know that in the end everything will make sense.” [2016-O:15, Dieter F. Uchtdorf, Fourth Floor, Last Door]
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Real Talk is presented by Seagull Book and hosted by Ganel-Lyn Condie and John Fossum.

[@donnamamariggin2727]

I love love love your show. I look forward to it every week. It has helped me lear more about the gospel than ever before. This week, however, touched me in ways I cannot explain. Just know that it was an answer to prayer. Thank you thank you thank you. ❤

[@johnfossum6674]

Thank you for sharing, and thank you for listening. You have captured perfectly why we do this show in the first place! Much love. ❤

[@Titi0980]

What a wonderful episode. It helped understand more about the gathering. Thank you both for your efforts and preparation! ❤️

[@johnfossum6674]

It's our pleasure, Tricia! Thank you for listening. So glad you're enjoying the show!

[@kimberlymanwell295]

I love so much your highlighting about Jesus and empathy and how we can do that for others. I especially loved your explanation of lupus to others. It made me tear up, as we have that in common, and that's how I describe it to others too!

[@michellelaparra6271]

so many prayers answered! I love the focus on the laying the foundation for Our Heavenly Parents and our Savior. It helps me focus on the simplicity of the gospel and what really matters- loving Him, myself, and others:) Thank you thank you

[@johnfossum6674]

Thank you, Michelle! And I agree that focusing on laying the foundation really does help to simplify things and bring a clearer perspective the divine work we are doing!

[@jillhorkley9158]

Several years ago I had a back operation and was later in a rehab facility. The female therapist came into my room while I was dressing and saw my garments. She ask about them and I explained why I wore them. She then said. “Oh you wear them with honor” . I loved her interpretation

[@johnfossum6674]

I like that. Thanks for sharing!❤

[@tracyandreasen201]

I love the invitation at the end, and so glad that people are wanting to help each other and reach out in caring ways.. because that truly is what we all need and we can learn from each other then.

[@marygaeperkins]

Thank you for your insights. I love listening to you every week.

[@amelittaberretta9109]

Thank You , just beginning to understand some of Isiah, lots more to learn about him.

[@dorothypitts4768]

Thank you so much! I love the new name and would love to hear the story behind the change. Thank you so much for the quotes and the sweet spirit that attended your broadcast today! I appreciate both of you.

[@wagscrews]

❤❤❤

[@hollayevladimiroff131]

But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood. God's own purchased, special people, that you may set forth the wonderful deeds and display the virtues and perfections of Him who out of darkness into His marvelous light, 1 Peter 2:9. Many wonderful people of the Christian faith who will also be chosen, but first it must be the people who have faith and trust in the biblical God, not what man has created. Your first contribution to the gathering is to know the true biblical God, Isaiah 44:6 I AM the First and I AM the Last, Besides Me, there is no other God, yes, only ONE God not many Gods and God and Jesus are divine! This is your only hope!

[@sbeal4035]

I knew it!

[@grammac9388]

Where is the talk or name spoken about from Elder Uchdorf given at the end of this fabulous discussion?

[@johnfossum6674]

Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Fourth Floor, Last Door" October 2016 General Conference. Thanks for listening!

[@johnpgambee1292]

Is that referring to when the Father and the Son commenced the work with the prophet Joseph?