“Where Much Is Given Much Is Required”

This week, the “Come, Follow Me” program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints takes us to Doctrine and Covenants 81-83. Come Follow Up host Ben Lomu leads the discussion with gospel scholar Anthony Sweat and special guest Patti Seffker on the following topics: Prepare for your own great discussions with the resources below. All content included is free to download and share in any non-commercial setting.

Videos

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Anthony Sweat previews the content of Sections 81-83, touching on Church leadership, finances, and care for the needy.

Patti Seffker shares how praying over the needs of others, rather than focusing on her own, helped her feel closer to God.

Patti Seffker shares how she sought to share her faith with a stranger while traveling, trusting the Lord to guide her words.

Anthony Sweat emphasizes that all efforts in the Lord’s work should seek His glory, not the individual’s.

Anthony Sweat portrays the Church’s integration with the world, contrasting from both isolation and assimilation.

Anthony Sweat explains that Section 82:7 had a specific context to its receivers, and is not a general address of repentance.

Anthony Sweat explains that covenants bind us to God and to each other, allowing us to participate in His goodness.

Anthony Sweat describes how covenants anchor us in desired behaviors, guiding against emotions that might lead us astray

Anthony Sweat explains that spiritual goals often require temporal means, and that the Church lives that reality with wisdom.

Patti Seffker shares how she was inspired to use social media for good by following the example of Church leaders.

Patti Seffker speaks from of the Spirit’s influence on the people and processes in the Family Search Center.

Dr. Anthony Sweat responds to a study question about the keys bestowed upon the First Presidency.

Dr. Anthony Sweat explains the United Firm was a temporary Church business, distinct from the eternal law of consecration.

From the Gilbert and Whitney Store, Ryan Saltzgiver describes the implications of Section 82 on the proceedings of Zion.

Quotes

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