“Anxiously Engaged in a Good Cause”
This week, the “Come, Follow Me” program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints takes us to Doctrine and Covenants 58-59. Come Follow Up host Ben Lomu leads the discussion with gospel scholar Ken Alford and special guest Marisa Bellini on the following topics: “After Much Tribulation Come the Blessings” and I Can “Bring to Pass Much Righteousness” of My “Own Free Will”. 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
Enjoy clips from this week perfect for sharing in teaching and family settings:
Dr. Ken Alford speaks of the circumstances that brought about Sections 58 and 59, on the topic of Zion.
Dr. Ken Alford sets the scene that the Saints will find upon arriving in Independence, Missouri.
Dr. Ken Alford gives the Latin etymology for the word “tribulation” and its association with suffering.
Marisa Bellini shares how the most difficult change in her early life began a time of growth and new directions in life.
Marisa Bellini tells how the gospel entered her life and provided the happiness that she was seeking in other experiences.
Marisa Bellini shares how she eventually gained a desire to observe the law of tithing.
Ben Lomu explains the helpful “kite analogy” regarding God’s commandment.
Marisa Bellini explains the series of circumstances that prepared her to become baptized in The Church of Jesus Christ.
Ken Alford speaks to the humble spirit that characterized Martin Harris’ life.
Marisa Bellini expresses her feeling that trials are God’s invitation to learn, not to suffer.
Ken Alford responds to a study question regarding the Saints’ short stay in Missouri.
Ken Alford responds to a study question about Polly Knight’s relevance to Section 59.
Dr. Ken Alford gives some insight into what it meant for the Lord to invite Joseph and the Saints to lay the foundation of Zion.
From the Flournoy House, Ryan Saltzgiver portrays Edward Partridge’s efforts to fulfill his commission to help establish Zion.
Quotes
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