“Perfect That Which Is Lacking in Your Faith”
This week, the “Come, Follow Me” program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints takes us to 1st and 2nd Thessalonians. Come Follow Up host Ben Lomu leads the discussion with gospel scholar Gaye Strathearn and special guest Brooke Romney on the following topics: “Increase and Abound in Love” and The Lord Loves Effort. 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:
Context and History 1: Dr. Gaye Strathearn describes the state of the Church in Thessalonica at the time of Paul’s writing
Context and History 2: Dr. Gaye Strathearn on the Thessalonian saints’ concerns regarding Christ’s Second Coming
Proper: Brooke Romney speaks to the lessons that can be learned when facing difficulties with those around us
Footnotes 1: Gaye Strathearn on the hope of the Resurrection that Paul preached to the Thessalonians
Footnotes 2: An anecdote from the life of Corrie ten Boom which demonstrates thankfulness in all circumstances
Scholar Insight 1: An academic look at the word “love” as used in the Sermon on the Mount
Scholar Insight 2: Gaye Strathearn expounds a quote from Joseph Smith about loving those around us
Scholar Insight 3: Gaye Strathearn analyzes the relationship between master teacher and disciple
Scholar Insight 4: Insight into Paul’s counsel regarding the “appearance of evil”
On Location: From Thessaloniki, Josh Matson reflects on the early saints’ hope in Christ’s Second Coming
Viewer Question: The panel responds to a viewer question about keeping the Sabbath Day holy
Quotes
Quotes are perfect for bringing the Spirit and direction in any setting. Here are a few that tie into our topics:
Illustrations
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Meet our Guest: Brooke Romney
Brooke Romney on why the Lord loves our efforts
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