Matthew 18; Luke 10 | Apr 17 - Apr 23 | Come Follow Me Insights

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[@scripturecentralofficial]

Share your favorite insight from the video in the comments! :)

[@roseakinsemoyin6580]

I am so 'Martha' especially in my days as an investigator, the African culture hospitality mode kicked in. I'd arranged my 4 children sitting on the floor by the sofa which had been reserved for the Elders. Of course they ignored the sofa and promptly sat on the floor with the children. What manner of men are these I'd asked myself - so not African! They taught me to appreciate "the better part" kindly and lovingly by simply halting their teaching every time I got up to check on the stove even though I'd urged them to continue saying I could still hear from the kitchen. Raised an African-Muslim I have never known teaching halted for a woman. Aside from feeling my presence was valued, I quickly got hooked on the beautiful feeling in the living room whenever they came and didn't want to leave. Not totally abandoning my African culture, I simply signed up for them to have dinner after the discussions 😀

[@sarahheieie3526]

This is such a beautiful story! Thank you for sharing.

[@purpleparrot4333]

Thank you for your lessons and education. I have Dyslexia. Reading is a war. These lessons are wonderful for Sunday. I can easily keep Sunday holy and enjoy learning at the same time.

[@MarleeCraig]

Thank you Bro Halverson and Bro Griffin, you are both the best teachers on the planet. So much of what was said spoke directly to my soul. I am so grateful for SC. Despite life's challenges, peace and calmness are always restored whenever I watch CFM ❤

[@aliciamilne2314]

That ending was literally what I’ve been praying for ❤

[@keribowthorpe508]

Try to not look horizontally in comparison with other people, but rather look heavenward and say, Lord here I am. Usually easier said than done, but something for me to work on. Thank you so much Taylor and Tyler for sharing your gifts!

[@newdreamlife2946]

That is a profound statement from someone about abuse. I have grandchildren who now hate the gospel because of the teachings of obeying your parents. I have tried really hard to turn them back to reading their scriptures and saying their prayers. So far, I have not been able to change their minds in any way. It's a frightening thing to recover from as many of these children take these hurts to their graves - what to do is always on my mind. I will keep praying and putting their names on the prayer roll.😭

[@dennisbriggs7423]

Loved this come follow me lesson

[@TyleRMatin6532]

My mind gravitated to this as a scripture to share to a loved one who feels his choices have wrecked his life permanently and is struggling carrying that burden. I appreciate the Savior using financial debt as an analogy for sin. Using the example of 10,000 talents shows us some measure of his ability and willingness to forgive enormous mistakes and sins beyond our mortal assumption of His tolerance. It enables us to have hope and faith all our sins can be forgiven too. I deeply appreciate when the debtor says he will pay it all back the king doesn’t ask for him to payback even a little or put him on a payment plan for the rest of his life…he is forgiven of all the debt in that moment and given a fresh start and new lease on life.

[@Sharon_Miller]

Love the way y'all teach! Helps me understand!❤. God bless all your efforts!

[@davejones2850]

I loved how you took each “character” in the Good Samaritan story and looked into more detail on each one’s responsibility. For instance-making the mule’s job to carry the load and weight of the injured man-and you asking-“how many of us have been the mule?” Loved that thoughtfulness.

[@selwayp45]

wow has this been a lesson to me on how I need to forgive, and the love involved in the opportunities God gives us to practice forgiving! Life changing. thank you xxx

[@julieduran5769]

I have heard the parable of the Good Samaritan a thousand times. I have thought of myself in the role of trying to be like the Samaritan and being represented by the man who was left for dead and even as the Levite or priest. NEVER have I thought of myself as an innkeeper. My mind is blown. I'm a mother of 4, I serve where I can in my ward and community and family...I've never considered the Second Coming in the light of the Samaritan man (Jesus) coming again to the Innkeeper (me). I'm still processing this. Thank you very much!

[@beverlyvanzyl]

I really pondered deeply on the question, " who am I " in the story of the Good Samaritan. Thank you for making us so aware of the need to become more like our Savior. Love from South Africa🇿🇦

[@zioncityofgod4818]

Beautiful lesson! Thank you.

[@ClaudiaJeffrey]

Thank you so much for your wonderful insights and object lesson, they are perfect! I used the talent conversion example with my teenagers and asked them to calculate the numbers themselves 😅 They were all surprised how much the debt was! Then, when reading how the servant wasn't forgiving of others, my daughter's reaction while reading this passage was pricelss because her tone explained how unfair this guy was, whixh meant she saw the injustice and hypocrisy. This parable allowed me to remind the kids of experiences we lived through when mercy was extended to us a family and when we also extended the same mercy to others. I am so thankful to you for helping my family learn the scriptures and enjoy them. Looking forward to next week's 😊

[@janrandytanner7324]

Loved the depth of understanding you presented about the Good Samaritan and the Mary and Martha story. Thank you so very much!

[@MissE321]

Thank you for your inspired insight on Mary and Martha. I loved your perspective and thoughts.

[@aukusoschwenke4041]

Thank you brethren for sharing your insights! GB..

[@carolemanley3918]

Thank you for your comments on the Parable of The Good Samaritan. So many lessons to learn from it, with different perspectives of each of the people (and the beast!}. This may now be my favorite parable.

[@taniadaumas4994]

I´ve said this before and I repeat it here. I look forward to watching these videos every week, They bring such a worderful feeling to our souls. I´m so grateful to be able to watch them and learn. Thanks a lot.

[@chewiedoggable]

Thank you so much for this lesson.

[@aracelybarrerasierra5724]

I love and and enjoy every lesson. Both of you are amazing. My perspective of God is different for me since I have started watching 4 years ago. God may bless both of you.

[@josephinajohnson7591]

Wonderful lesson once again. THANK YOU SO MUCH.

[@paulineleyden9498]

Thank you Taylor and Tyler for these insight into the lessons I'm trying very hard to be kind to everyone. We are all Heavenly father children.

[@violaagnew9406]

Your lessons always strengthen my testimony that we really do have a Heavenly Father and all your lessons help me feel so much closer to Our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ . Love you both 🙏

[@elizabeth79547]

What a wonderful lesson. Thank you so much.

[@juliekoester7776]

This has been my favorite chapters in the New Testament so far. I’ve enjoyed learning so much more than I’ve ever known about my Lord and Savior Jesus. Thank you both for that. Thank you both for your insight and sharing. Thank you for all of your hard work in making and sharing your

[@stacynelson3827]

You are a perfect teaching team- I always learn from the different perspectives you reveal ❤

[@TRIGGER40]

Thank you!! A wonderful insightful lesson once again. So much I have learned from you tonight. 🥰

[@sarahrussie2317]

That lesson was so on point! You guys always do a great job, but I just didn't want that lesson to end, this week. Thanks so much for all your hard work, diligence and examples! ❤😊

[@ChristianWDegn]

Great insights as always. Thank you.

[@jeffmccollum7837]

Uplifting and so relevant to navigating in a contentious world. Thank you. We all do have "gifts differing" and "gifts relevant" as Sr Holland points out in your conclusion.

[@alancrookston5906]

The highlight of my week…seriously thank you.

[@sgiauque]

Sooo good...just gets better and better. Thank you. (Favorite insight? Etymology of the Greek "enduo:" to sink into (clothing), to put on, to clothe one's self. Beautiful. And to "not look horizontally, but to look Heavenward.")

[@lindathomas7036]

Excellent!! I learned many different things to understand these scriptures. Thanks!!!!

[@IversonsFamily]

Love your perspective on Mary and Martha. Beautifully explained.

[@lindakessler7167]

I'm always so thankful for the history of the words in the scriptures.

[@lanajohnson2424]

Love love love these spiritual messages ❤❤❤

[@evelynlataquinpedulla2396]

Thank you brothers for the uplifting messages, learned a lot from this Lessons,I'll do my best to be like a Samaritan and follow Jesus Christ,.I'm praying that I'll be able to overcome all my weaknesses,. again thank you so much guys love you both, always love listening to you both!.. god bless ❤️👍🇭🇲

[@peggybogar3059]

Let us just say the debt we owe the Lord is unpayable by ourselves. What anyone owes us is insignificant. Give all to the Lord. Help who we can and read the general conferences for added insight of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, Who is Risen.

[@rosasiedschlag2390]

Being as a child means forgive infinitely in humility, and pay attention to those who need help as the Samaritan did. Sister Holland's words brought comfortable to my soul by knowing that I have to pray asking for being the best version of me. Amazing.

[@randiphillips3888]

I thoroughly enjoyed listening to Part 1of this weeks discussion: April 17th-April 23. Of great importance and thought are your remarks about "forgiveness," especially forgiving ourselves and others. Forgiveness can set a person free from the bondage of embitterment and hate. I feel that the real problem arises when people other than oneself (and sometimes people of faith), continaully remind a person of their flaws, faults, and mistakes in life. Your lesson was a great reminder to refrain from "judging other people" as well. Thank you for your time and dedication to the presentation of these weekly lessons.

[@janettalbott748]

At a Stake Conference a few years ago the main speaker related this parable and suggested we think about it with Christ in eachof the roles, as the wounded man, Samaritan, and Innkeeper. I appreciate your addition of Christ carrying us as the Samaratin's beast carried the wounded man. When I thought of Christ as the Innkeeper it made me think that the Samaratin had a relationship with the Innkeeper for the Innkeeper to trust him to pay him any more that would be owed and the Samaratin trusted the Innkeeper to help. Likewise we need to have a relationship with Christ so we know Him and trust Him and He trusts us to do His work.

[@sandybartlett1333]

Very very well said. Thank you

[@sbenard1]

Thank you, brethren!

[@vickydittfield9822]

Wow feeling so blessed to hear you both . Your dedication is truly an amazing blessing ❤

[@johneldard6673]

Sometimes I feel you over think a simple parable. I do enjoy your episodes.

[@kindrajayne3734]

♥️♥️ love ♥️♥️

[@Momcamp02]

This is one of my favorite episodes so far this year. I’ve had the feeling there is more for me to learn from the story of Mary and Martha and the perspective you’ve shared here is particularly insightful. Enjoyed the entire thought-provoking lesson. Thank you so much for being my weekly “study partners!”

[@beamblake]

T&T Brothers, Fabulous Principle of Service all the way through Luke 10. Indeed, there are MANY ways to serve as we see the Savior as the Good Samaritan and WHO do we see ourselves in the Parable of the Good Samaritan? Yes, "Have I done any good in the world today, have I helped someone in need?

[@wilmamendoza8400]

Loved the learning and be reminded to love as Heavenly Father and Jesus loves. Thank you brothers for teaching and sharing your love of the gospel of Jesus. God bless you both. 😊🤗

[@ermaclark7717]

Thank you for you for your last words.

[@harmonywoodrome9911]

Thank you very much 😍👏

[@kenfarmer4938]

I Love the way Talor and Tyler present the scriptures. they add to each other's strengths to make the presentation deeply meaningful. they enlighten my mind with thoughts, concepts and original intent that brings life to the scriptures. Thank You for all the time and effort that you put into the presentation. You bless my life greatly!

[@normemallo6990]

Thank you so much for sharing your talent to us all♥️

[@ClaraeGigi]

I wish i had kids as you described, that obey parents without questioning. But they do forget and forgive easily. That's Christlik also. Sorry, after i heard aboit this, my mind wondered all lesson about such obedient kids! :D Love your lessons.

[@suzannaylor653]

Another thought to consider is that the abuser has, more often than not, had once been the abused. They both come from the same seed but are in different stages of development (the abuser and the abused).

[@cindig3296]

Being a person who helps those who have suffered abuse, I enjoyed that you pointed out that abuse survivors should take advantage of the Savior's Atonement. Many abuse survivors ask, "Why do I need the Atonement. I didn't do anything. I'm the victim." It is comforting to be able to explain to them that the Savior "suffered for our pains and suffering" as well as our sins. We can ask Heavenly Father for the Savior's Atonement to be applied to our pain and suffering, which will greatly reduce our trauma, as we work through our recovery process. Thank you for confirming that this principal is true!

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[@audriabuchanan244]

"Who needs my help today?'

[@SamH-em6sp]

I wish I made USS10,000 in 3 mos.! 😊 Luv this channel ❤

[@TheRozylass]

Thank you for these insights! I've often pondered how close the personal relationship was of Martha to Jesus that she would complain to him about her sister. Can you imagine a woman (perhaps the Gen. RS Pres) complaining to Pres. Nelson like that? I appreciate your explanation of the words "chosen that good part" which helped me see that my service is valuable even though it is different from others.

[@charlielinville1384]

Niece.

[@naidakoelliker944]

Comparison of talents to dollars and pence to pennies was bit of overkill but you did a great job on the Principle of forgiveness!! Thank you !!

[@paf2bfree632]

The Good Samaritan parable is well explained. I know well the injured man. So many times I prayed to be cared for until healed. Sadly received deeper injury. It is surely time to help heal others and swap my personality. Thank you

[@loisparrish2146]

I am so sorry for your wounds.

[@guymackey6226]

❤🙏

[@kimberlytousley3450]

❤️

[@dianneatkins2552]

Beautiful lesson, but I wish that you will allow Taylor to share his knowledge too,I quite like how he explained also.

[@scripturecentralofficial]

Taylor and Tyler are aware of the dynamic that exists between them on screen. Taylor purposefully wants to step back and let Tyler do most of the teaching. That is how you see it. Both of them have taught this way and neither feels like they are more important than the other.

[@georgiamartinez4589]

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[@user-yn7rk1ly8o]

I always enjoy these videos! It was fascinating to hear how to compare ourselves to the characters in the story of the Good Samaritan. My only caution is that after 53 years of being a convert, it does get wearying to be the guinea pig while brothers and sisters blunder around, supposedly trying to learn their calling. None of us does a perfect job but it's disheartening to be told, "Oh, don't take offense. That's just the way I am." Not an acceptable excuse. How many more people are they going to hurt because they see no need to be more sensitive or more careful?

[@tanyastelly6243]

Today gold is measured in Troy ounces and pounds, not Imperial ounces and pounds. While an Imperial ounce = 28.3495 grams and is 1/16 of an Imperial pound; a Troy ounce = 31.103 grams and is 1/12 of a Troy pound. While a Troy ounce is heavier, an Imperial pound weighs more than a Troy pound-453.592 grams vs. only 373.236 grams. This is FYI because it’s still a lot of money regardless.

[@BarbieHitsBack]

Got to love Google🧐

[@roseakinsemoyin6580]

Huh...🥺

[@zioncityofgod4818]

I have always loved, though, to discover in the dialogue that Martha had with Jesus when he came to pay his respects on account of Lazarus's death. She is the one who ran to meet Him, and the one to tell Jesus the same answer the Apostle Peter once gave Him: I KNOW YOU ARE THE SON OF GOD. This woman always prompts to serve, was the Possessor of a Spiritual Treasure, that according to Jesus, nor flesh or blood can give, but only her Heavenly Father who is in Heaven. THE PERSONAL REVELATION THAT JESUS WAS THE SON OF GOD. Martha was a great daughter of God, in my understanding.

[@aliciasmith4578]

Please give us the source for your quotes from Pat Holland. I would like to read/hear it. Love your insights and dedication! Thank you so much!

[@annemariehatch8912]

Patricia T. Holland, “Portraits of Eve: God’s Promises of Personal Identity,” in LDS Women’s Treasury: Insights and Inspirations for Today’s Woman (1997), 97-98.

[@RealLoveCompany]

@@annemariehatch8912 Thank you so much!

[@jenniejennie3884]

Dear our Heavenly Father Jesus Christ I do trust in Jesus Christ so much as always and forever. Dear our Heavenly Father Jesus Christ I do thankful I do grateful I do gratitude to Jesus Christ so much as always and forever. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@danieljohnson8937]

😊aa

[@georgietaylor6791]

Thank you for your lessons - would it be possible to get the source of Pat Holland's remarks? They were wonderful. 😊

[@annemariehatch8912]

Patricia T. Holland, “Portraits of Eve: God’s Promises of Personal Identity,” in LDS Women’s Treasury: Insights and Inspirations for Today’s Woman (1997), 97-98.

[@monicatowns5559]

Mary and Martha story. Sometimes the servers need to learn how to be served! John 12:2 ‘ great supper… and Martha served.’ John 11:20 Martha went to meet Jesus as He was coming. Mary sat still in the house. Our mission, gifts and talents can be shared anytime and we can learn from each experience.

[@jaakkorewell8495]

Does it apply corporations?😊

[@calvinharper2275]

Share a link of Welch's article please.

[@aliciamilne2314]

I think you found another name for Christ to add to the list

[@rdgale2000]

Your programs are always excellent, but there is one thing I'd like to point out. There are 12 Troy ounces in a pound when dealing with gold, but the message of the the debt we are all in cannot be under estimated.

[@akfisher508]

Give Taylor a chance....

[@karyncurr28]

My husband and I tried to get onto Book of Mormon central this morning and couldn’t. It said something about you all having an expired certificate. Just wanted to let you know.

[@scripturecentralofficial]

Thank you! We are aware of the issue and are working to resolve it soon.

[@akfisher508]

Troy weight, 12 oz

[@marilyndouglas5095]

Have a question…..Tyler, I am not at all complaining about your presentation ❤ I love it, but why doesn’t Taylor speak more….Taylor you have so much to offer too; just curious?

[@Daniel12.4Ministry]

Matthew 18 1. At this time, some of the disciples came to Jesus and asked him, who shall be the highest rank in the kingdom of above. 2. And Jesus called a small child unto him and sat him near him, 3. and he said, truly, if you do not convert (Acts 3:19; Acts 2:38 John 8:31-36; Ecclesiastes 7:29) and become as a small child (reborn), there is no possibility for you to enter into the kingdom of above. (1 Peter 2:1-2; Romans 9:11; John 3:3) 4. Whoever shall humble himself in this way, to become as a small child (pure - innocent), he shall be elevated into the kingdom of above. (Isaiah 66:2; Ecclesiastes 7:29) 5. Whoever shall receive the message of one of these coming in my name, he shall receive me. (be converted and receive the holy spirit of Christ) (Acts 2:38; Acts 3:19) 6. But whoever of these that believe on me and again choose to offend me, it would be better for him if a large millstone were hung around his neck and he be thrown into the deepest sea. (2 Peter 2:20-22; Hebrews 10:26-27; Titus 2:11-12; Psalms 19:13; Luke 17:1) 7. Woe unto all in the world that commit such offenses against me, though it is necessary that temptations occur, yet woe to the one that commits an offense against me. (Numbers 15:28-30; 1 John 5:16-17) 8. Therefore, if your hand or your foot cause you to do that which is evil, cut it off and throw it far from you; For it is better for you to enter into eternal life maimed or crippled, than for you to have two hands and two feet but be cast into the eternal fire. 9. If your eye causes you to commit an offense against me, pluck it out and throw it far from you; For it is better for you to have only one eye when entering into eternal life, than for you to have both eyes and be thrown into the eternal lake of fire. (Matthew 5:29; Mark 9:47; Hebrews 9:14) 10. See that no little ones (converts) bring an offense against me, because I tell you, the angels above see everything and bring news of it before the Father above. (Hebrews 4:13; Romans 2:6-10; Revelation 20:12-15) 11. Understand that the son of man has come to save those that have been lost. Taken from: The Eternal Book of Truth, The New Testament Scriptures

[@mollymu1]

So Martha chooses the better part too and nobody gets anything to eat ? Maybe there was food there and. Martha was overdoing it or worrying about things that didn’t matter like the pillows on the couch etc . Putting that into the equation helps me . Must be more we are supposed to mentally add in otherwise leaves the door open for much abuse . Has to be a logical balance . My guess is Martha was going overboard doing “extra” that wasn’t needed . Whereas Mary secured the basics and was ready for more important things .

[@scripturecentralofficial]

Your interpretation of the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38-42 definitely offers a thoughtful perspective! The story tells us that Martha was "cumbered about much serving," while Mary chose to sit at Jesus' feet and listen to His teachings. Jesus gently reminded Martha that Mary had chosen the "better part," which refers to focusing on His words and the spiritual nourishment He provides. It's essential to maintain balance in life, and you raise an interesting point about Martha potentially going overboard in her serving. The story reminds us that, while service and taking care of others is important, we shouldn't forget to nurture our spiritual well-being and listen to the teachings of Jesus Christ. There are various ways to interpret these stories in the scriptures, and your personal revelation and perspective can provide valuable insight into their meaning. It's great that you're engaging with the scriptures and seeking to understand its teachings more deeply! 😊

[@roseakinsemoyin6580]

Whilst appreciating possible cultural explaination as to why the Priest and Levite might have ignored the unfortunate fellow, can one assume Jesus himself of the custom,, did not consider this sufficiently valid to excuse their behaviour. Otherwise why pit them against the Samaritan in a parable imploring compassion and service?

[@akfisher508]

The insights are great but you're treating Taylor like a potted plant

[@scripturecentralofficial]

We ask that you please keep your comments kind and constructive. Thank you!! :)

[@kimhulbert8449]

I have watched T and T for four years. Taylor is THE guy if you want to know about covenants and the meanings of words. He might say few words but those words are powerful. I have learned so much from his few words. Tyler is a master teacher. They play off of each other so well and together they bring the Spirit to their lessons. We can't have one without the other. And Taylor is anything but a potted plant... he is an oak.

[@ZA-qk2og]

There is nothing wrong to want to hear more from Taylor, it’s good constructive feedback! He is amazing!

[@donnaloomis6497]

I can't find the second episode for this week. They used to follow or would pop up next on the You Tube feed but they haven't for the past three or four weeks now.

[@scripturecentralofficial]

All the episodes are condensed into one now, so no worries! :)

[@jeffandpatistanford3235]

Took WAY too long with the math on the talents. Got the point within the first few minutes. Move on, already.

[@calvinharper2275]

A pound of gold is only 12 ounces, not 16.