“After Much Tribulation…Cometh the Blessing”

This week, the “Come, Follow Me” program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints takes us to Doctrine and Covenants 102-105. Come Follow Up host Ben Lomu leads the discussion with gospel scholar Kimberly Matheson and special guest Batchlor Wise Johnson IV on the following topics: Zion Can Be Built Only on Principles of Righteousness and Blessings Come after Trials of Faith. 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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Kimberly Matheson sets Sections 102-105 amid the Saints’ conflicts in Missouri, teaching lessons about building Zion.

Batchlor Johnson shares how struggles with mental health have taught him to seek the Savior and treat others with grace.

Batchlor Johnson expresses how not having perfect knowledge allows us to choose faith and grow through life’s challenges.

Batchlor Johnson emphasizes that every interaction with others can help them come nearer to or farther from Christ.

Kimberly Matheson explains that building Zion requires being faithful, caring for one another, and trusting God to fulfill.

Kimberly Matheson explains that the consecration principles utilized by the United Firm were reattested by Section 104.

Batchlor Johnson shares that shifting his focus to the Lord taught him a confidence grounded in God rather than himself.

Batchlor Johnson tells how he found true stability by centering his will on God, and building his foundation on eternal things.

Batchlor Johnson testifies that living a covenant life brings lasting joy, and protection rooted in eternal perspective.

Batchlor Johnson shares how trials helped him to find purpose in helping others, and to value the heart as God does.

Kimberly Matheson explains that prayers of faith are trusting prayers said amid uncertainty, deepening reliance on the Lord.

Kimberly Matheson and Batchlor Johnson respond to a study question about supporting others in their repentance.

Kimberly Matheson responds to a study question about the successful aspects of Zion’s Camp.

Jennifer Roach explains that Section 105 shows how God’s plans for us can shift, but we should trust revelation at each step

From the Smith home in Kirtland, Ryan Saltzgiver describes the circumstances of the organization of the first High Council.

Ryan Saltzgiver gives the background for the 1834 Zion’s Camp expedition to Missouri, led by Joseph Smith.

Quotes

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