Mormon 1-6 Part 2 • Dr. Larry Nelson • October 28-November 3 • Come Follow Me

[@SadDadBadHad]

I’m an active duty soldier with 16 years or service, very much looking forward to retirement and something much more creative and peaceful. This podcast has moved me to tears more than once today, and has given me several reasons to reflect. Thank you, you are doing the Lord’s work. God bless from Fort Wainwright, AK.

[@merrysunshine67]

God bless you my brother. ❤

[@dragonlady1850]

As a veteran myself, thank you for your service and your sacrifice.

[@lindalamb6643]

Thank you for your service!

[@zinawood4055]

I have family that have served and close friends ...I thank you for serving Heavenly Father through you duty as a soldier! Zina

[@MaryStewart-ok8qr]

Thank you so much for your service!!

[@harleycaraway3190]

Wow. This has been an amazing podcast. I can testify of what Dr. Nelson is saying true. As a veteran who retired after 23.5 years of service, I am going through a divorce. My coping mechanisms for PTSD and over 30 documented traumatic brain injuries were not healthy or alogned with my values. I was not the only one who sacrificed. It takes a toll on everyone in the family. After sharpening your skills to do violence on those that threaten our nation, after experiencing violence, and imposing violence on others, your soul is scarred. The challenges are real. This is why President Russell M. Nelson has urged us to be peacemakers and to repent daily.

[@merrysunshine67]

God loves you and is so proud of you. Don't you EVER forget that! You may not have coped in the best way, but that does NOT diminish your worth. Love to you, my brother.

[@kerryjensen9635]

Thank you for your sacrifice and service to our country.

[@alexazepeda3472]

Follow Him is by far the BEST podcast for the Come Follow Me study. The variety of guests you invite brings depth to understanding the scriptures and relating their prophetic words to our current world and daily struggles. I always sing your praises to my friends and family in hopes they will glean as much from your remarkable teachings as I do. ♥

[@christinelayton3577]

I’m a marriage therapist with an LCSW and I found that extremely helpful thinking about not only my own family relationships, but all the family relationships of those that I have worked with thank you so much for inviting him to share his insight, knowledge, expertise, and understanding keep up the good work

[@janetmeeks6237]

Great lesson and focus on violence in our lives. My father too, left part of him on the battlefields of Italy in WWII- he suffered from PTSD all of his life. Thank you for reminding us of the sacrifices of so many and how we are to live our lives in the face of evil and violence. I have always felt 'sorry' for Mormon to have witnessed the end of his civilization and now I am even more indebted to him for his sacrifice and so very grateful for his example.Thank you for making him, his experiences, and teachings come to life!

[@lisasouth1122]

"Let's all get on the right path, get up and leave winter quarters and make our way to Zion!" I loved that. This was such a good episode and should be watched be everyone, especially anyone who has children still at home! Thank you so much!

[@tommytwin2001]

I was able to share Dr. Nelson’s thoughts on anger with my son at a critical moment in his week. It made a significant impact on his actions and relationships. Thank you.

[@cheriwickam]

22:29 Such a wonderful episode! I learned so much. Thank you Hank John and Dr Nelson

[@BlossomHeartandHome]

I could listen to episodes like this all day. This information is truly life-changing. Thank you!

[@Yelta]

These chapters were so hard for me to read. I pondered, thought, imagined, and felt his words and his life; I cried. What an inspirational and special leader he was. This book is for us in these latter days, and we are supposed to take this message with us for our days. There is a lot of counsel for us to apply for our days. Thank you; it was a great podcast!

[@lindalamb6643]

Wow!! This was absolutely AMAZING all the way through!! I needed it so much. I am teaching this Sunday. It has been a struggle start to finish. "It is not a pretty story" and I am so grateful to see Larry trying to keep it real as well as add his specific experiences with human behavior. I appreciate all of you and your amazing insights into this specific part of the book of Mormon. Thank you!!

[@jeffmann9886]

This episode was so good. Such a wonderful opportunity for self reflection and evaluation. Thank you for your time and sharing your insights with us.

[@beverlycadien4429]

What an incredible episode! The “yes but they” phrase struck me to the core. Had a conversation last night and this phrase made the conversation crystal clear. I love the marinade analogy as well. Thank you for this very insightful episode 🙏🏾

[@michelleolson645]

Oh my GOODNESS this was an incredible episode!!! I SO appreciated Dr Nelson’s knowledge about violence and how it hardens us and does SO much spiritual damage. I feel like we live in a society that glorifies violence. Knowledge really is power, and people need to know these things!!!!

[@yolandafuller6336]

Once again, a great lesson. Appreciate the emphasis on paying attention in what do I light in. What a simple measuring stick to asses how I am spending my time. Love it, Thank you for another amazing lesson. May God bless you always.

[@chrisvan2531]

Thank you for including the complete show notes. When Dr. Nelson explained the mind of an introvert, it turned on a light bulb in my heart. My precious daughter-in-law is an introvert. She's tried to explain to me her needs but it wasn't till this podcast that I understood. I screenshot the show notes and sent it to her with a note telling her I now understand. We are both very grateful to Dr Nelson, and to you, Hank and John. Thank you so much!

[@FollowHimPodcast]

Oh my goodness. Love that!

[@dianekenney9599]

An inspirational episode. His work in human development is SO relevant to the world we live in and all the people who are affected by wars all over the world. And the importance of choosing between "Yes, but they..." & "Yes, but I..."

[@tammyfurness6720]

One of the most impactful of all of the Follow Him podcasts that I've listened to! My heart and spirit have been changed by this discussion! What you've brought out about the impact of violence both in the BOM and in our world today has given me so much food for thought. The "Yes, but they" attitude has given me such a cause for self reflection and desire to be proactive in being more of a peacemaker, a stone catcher, a builder! Thank you! Thank you! ❤❤❤

[@AngieFord-cd4pn]

Thank you for another spirit filled, thought-provoking, powerful lesson! It is clear that this program was and is inspired. Thank you so much for the effort you are willing to put in, to create this program to help us follow him and think celestial in these last days.

[@steadybetty]

I appreciate the discussion on the effect violence has on me. It’s great to have studies to back up what I intuitively know. I think of ET in the movie when he saw the violence on TV and reacted with total shock. We have lost that sensitivity to it, little by little. Thank you for showing that keeping our covenants and replacing violence with healthy relationships will increase the love in our families. I loved the podcast!

[@khrisbreezy3628]

I am going to gladly work on my reflection of how I partake of my Video Game entertainment, thanks Doctor Nelson! This was a great episode for sure!

[@valerietyler3379]

I have definitely been blessed in my role of Sunday school teacher by the message today about Mormon one through six. It wasn’t a lesson that I was rejoicing to have this topic to present. I am encouraged by what I have heard here today. Thank you.

[@billyauney6784]

Larry, your perspective at 49:15 on parenting brings it all home. The progression of teaching children what is right and wrong, then as the grow older, teaching them why it’s right or wrong, and then as they mature even more allowing them to practice choosing between right and wrong. All done in an atmosphere or climate of love and warmth where relationships can flourish. Thank you!!

[@tracypetersen268]

As Dr. Nelson discussed being a stone catcher, I remembered a walk I took in my neighborhood recently. I saw a yard sign of the presidential candidate I do not support. I felt anger toward the home owner! Then I realized how ineffective that was (and detrimental only to me) and I chose to send love to that person instead. It was amazing how quickly it changed my heart and I felt the love of my Savior and how He love all.

[@KentSulser]

We eventually become what with we surround ourselves! Great advice, thanks guys..

[@BackcountryApprentice]

Fantastic episode, lots to think about. Thank you for the time & energy you put into this podcast.

[@renatemckendry104]

Thank you so much, Dr. Nelson and Hank and John! Such a wonderful lesson!! ❤🇨🇦

[@terrybroadbent6001]

These are among my favorite Follow Him episodes. I really loved Dr. Larry Nelson's insights related to human development and behavior. His discussion of violence in society, violence in our lives, and violence in media provides important advice for each of us, especially parents. Dr. Nelson helps us see how Mormon's choice to let God prevail in his life allowed him to survive an incredibly violent and vile ending of his civilization.

[@paulinew5089]

Such a great discussion on these chapters!! Thanks to each of you!!

[@FollowHimPodcast]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@suzannelarson1550]

My favorite podcast ever! So grateful for this.

[@strplngwarriormom]

Thank you for this marvelous episode! Some years ago, I started enjoying daily reruns of a crime solving drama on TV - after several months, they advertised that a certain vice would be the focus of the following week's episodes. It made me pause. I would never allow that vice in my home irl - why was I letting it in via at show? I repented. I never watched that show again & became much more careful about the entertainment I exposed my soul to. It has enabled greater spiritual protection (dreams that should be filled with scary things literally have the disturbing things blurred out). I am so grateful for the gospel and teachings of the prophets in the scriptures

[@reaniebeanie94]

Thank you so much. I love every guest who comes and shares their perspectives with us. Especially when they put a familial lense over what we study. Follow Him podcasts are part of how I feast in the words of Christ. ❤😊 Please let us know when his book comes out to the public.

[@catalinaleavitt5798]

So much to ponder!!! Even though sad, it gives me so much faith that this time we will be different and embrace the Lord and His gospel..😢😊Thank you for helping us prepare for the Second Coming..!! ❣️

[@celiahawea8869]

I loved this episode particularly about burying our unique weapons of war. Another part that resonated strongly with me was in the dialogue 46.25 regarding taste. In our Māori language there is one word for all the senses and it is 'rongo'. In the past tense it is translated ...."kua rangona, ā, kua mōhio ki te painga o Ihu". I imagine that Mormon with all his being and all his senses felt, heard, saw, smelt and tasted, the goodness of God. Understanding how he tasted, helps me realise this was the experience needed for a 15 year old who became a general and writer and lone keeper of the records for us. I am so grateful to him for the godly lessons he teaches.

[@garywade3798]

Much to ponder on. Thanks to each of you.

[@coopergranny]

WOW! This opened my eyes so much. Thank you for insight that Mormon was telling us. I never saw through it before.

[@MsEva9470]

Thank you for so much for bringing the personality of this prophets of the Book of Mormon l have fold in love with this book.

[@coyjensen4489]

Wow this podcast was fantastic! I’m so thankful I was able to hear it! Thank you all for this beautiful, inspiring insight!

[@zinawood4055]

I have had a funny feeling over the past several months as I have skipped over a favorite murder/mystery TV series but not the other 2. Your words and lessons gave definition to that feeling and last night I skipped all those shows then turned the TV off! thankZ!!

[@LauraMayAlexander]

Thank you! What a beautiful perspective about the comment video games being disrespectful to our veterans. I will talk to my son about this if he ever seems tempted to say the violence is not a big deal.

[@isabellee7212]

I have been blessed again!

[@gordonandtamarakirkham543]

Such a beautiful lesson. Thank you, Brothers.

[@patsywilliams686]

I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter-day saints I have been in the church since 1996. When I was baptized. Being part of the church is the best decision I could ever make in my life I feel such a great connection with the spirit in this church is no doubt that the church is true and I truly believe Joseph Smith is a prophet of God. I'm very connected with the spirit. God bless you all❤

[@annsharp2570]

Thank you so much it gave me an whole different view on this terrible period in the Book of Mormon. What good advice did you have for us pertaining to our families.May God bless you all.

[@maryhunsinger6493]

I have been feeling I need to stop watching 48 hours and dateline this podcast has reinforced that feeling.

[@lbandmann]

This brought to mind a time when I wanted to spend time with my husband and he wanted to see a current movie in the theaters, “Dead Pool” with Clint Eastwood. It was a good cop versus a bad guy who had to be caught with violent means. I made a comment as we were leaving that I realized this kind of thing does happen in real life, but we are a sick people who feel the need to watch it for entertainment. A sister in an institute class made a comment that violence desensitizes the suffering of our Savior and Redeemer.

[@jthn66]

Loved this! I am gonna be better and seek for love and peace.

[@MaryStewart-ok8qr]

Excellent! Thank you!!

[@TheCbrancher]

That was an incredibly uplifting podcast, Dr. Nelson needs to be back as a guest ASAP. Thank you.

[@JudyMacKay-f8b]

I absolutely love your podcast, thank you!

[@steelemacfarlane6009]

Of all your super good guests, Larry is the best!! He's also my cousin. Thanks Larry, good to hear from you again🙂

[@levinelson3508]

Wow! What an episode! One of my favorites. I have often thought of the same things that Dr. Nelson has on violence. One thing to think about is that right now in the USA we have relative peace. We consume lots of violent shows and we may not want to go kill our neighbor but what happens when the whole world becomes violent in the last days. What happens when there are disasters or bad things happen. That is when we will be tested.

[@lynettepetersen9675]

SO GOOD!!!! Thank you!

[@joshuaclark5539]

Literally yesterday before watching the podcast. My children were discussing the different tv shows that we 'banned'. We really only banned two tv shows regardless of their chagrin. Those two shows were Barney and I won't get into why but the other was Tom and Jerry. We saw a huge increase of violence in my young children when they viewed a Tom and Jerry show vs other non-violent shows like "Bear in the Big Blue House". I think the studies he brings up are fascinating. But for some reason I am remember Elder Stevenson's talk in April 2021 General Conference, "Hearts Knit Together". We respond differently with the different stimuli we receive. I think John Bytheway said it once, "You are what you marinate yourself with". Or something like that.

[@d.c.contor]

Anger as an addiction 🤯 I totally see that in my own life.

[@jabblesowen4583]

I very much appreciate how this discussion applies to each one of us and me, “Is it I?” Thanks for helping me I.D. Changes that I need to make!

[@savannahraskey7831]

Thank you for this 🙏

[@Tracy.Leavitt.007]

Thank you!

[@holleebailey8546]

Love this! Thank you for the profound reflections on the impact of violence in our lives. I think it is also important to consider that the scriptures, including the Book of Mormon are filled with descriptions of violence, including God's wrath. However, they don't glorify or delight it. Bruce R. Mc Conkie describes the difference between Holy and Unholy passions in Mormon Doctrine. Love of God or righteousness vs Love of Satan and love of unrighteousness. Hating sin vs hating the sinner etc. I think the same thing applies to violence. I feel the intent of our heart in viewing violence and the way it is portrayed matters. The clear delineation of good and evil in Star Wars A New Hope is in stark contrast to the glorification of gore in the Friday the 13th series.

[@bsl5788]

Loved this episode.

[@paulaburt1]

So awesome!!!!!!!!

[@lindataukiuvea1170]

Very informative!! Thank you ❤

[@EllenSwensen-m7r]

Amazing once again! So much information that I wish I could find away to get my children and grandchildren to heed. Well, actually I need to be more alert and careful about the shows I stream. Probably too many murder mystery episodes in my viewing history.

[@TeresaBell-e3c]

Watch The Waltons, great family dynamics. Another fabulous podcast!

[@billgee5086]

THANKS again for sharing your talents and LOVE for the LORD and for all of us. Life is GOOD. We take it a day at a time! Note: your choice of Guests for each episode seem to be "the one" for the subject.

[@hollycarter5556]

So interesting regarding video games.

[@dotmother]

My father, a tank driver in WW 2, lost his right arm after fighting across Africa and at Anzio, Italy. My mother loved to whistle and it would trigger my father. - falling bombs.

[@bethanynelson3959]

I took so many notes, my heart and mind are full. So much to ponder on. Thank you for bringing Dr. Nelson on this episode. Hank was it Brother Brad Barnes' funeral? He was our neighbor in-between our homes and if I remember right he was a veteran.

[@strplngwarriormom]

Thank you for your discussion on violence in video games & on TV. Are we ready to extend the conversation to violent sports?

[@turkeyduck6]

Nudity, sex scenes, and objectification in any media are ALSO a violence that affect our spirits and our world.

[@gordonandtamarakirkham543]

We've liked to ask our kids and grandkids: "If your chocolate chip cookie contained 1 little piece of dog poop, would you still eat it?" Why not just avoid it altogether. If it's bad, it's bad, whether you're a child, a teen, an adult, or whatever!

[@jeanweinert8467]

Love your podcast - especially loved hearing from Dr Nelson. He has a unique perspective on the BOM. I’m sorry I don’t understand what “small Book of Mormon” means? Could you explain. Again - thank you for your efforts to bring amazing insights to us. ♥️

[@cindyparker8286]

In The Book of Mormon there is the book called “Mormon”. Just like 1 Nephi, 2 Nephi, etc. So to eliminate confusion of what he is talking about, he would said “small b”, since he referring to the book of “Mormon” inside of the full (big B) Book of Mormon.

[@sydracuyan6238]

It's the Mormon chapters in the Book of Mormon.

[@sydracuyan6238]

It's the Mormon chapters in the Book of Mormon.

[@jacobnelson211]

The small 'b' book of Mormon means Mormon chapters 1-9. The big 'b' Book of Mormon is 1 Nephi to the end of Moroni.

[@cristiedeyro2481]

It is this scripture block called book of Mormon within the “big” Book of Mormon

[@kenpearce3269]

❤❤❤

[@athenabowler3788]

These studies are just common sense.