“Rejoice with Joy Unspeakable and Full of Glory”
This week, the “Come, Follow Me” program of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints takes us to 1st and 2nd Peter. Come Follow Up host Ben Lomu leads the discussion with gospel scholar Josh Matson and special guest Ryan Wilkins on the following topics: Through the Power of Jesus Christ, I Can Develop My Divine Nature and Be Patiently Ready to Answer with Faith and Hope. 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: Dr. Josh Matson describes the universal nature of the teachings in Peter’s epistles
Proper 1: Ryan Wilkins speaks of our divine nature and living with the endgame in mind
Proper 2: Ryan Wilkins speaks to the value of being “ready always to give an answer”
Proper 3: An audience member relates the effect of people living Jesus Christ’s gospel in the world
Footnotes 1: The panel sheds a light on the function and place of grace in our lives
Footnotes 2: Josh Matson explains how Christ is our way out of darkness
Footnotes 3: Ryan Wilkins on the lively hope he feels because of Christ
On Location: From the ancient Mamertine prison site, Josh Matson contemplates Peter’s optimism in the face of tribulation
Personal Story: ”Are you the Bible guy on our bus?” Josh Matson shares an experience about being observed in his discipleship and learning to answer for it
Viewer Question: The audience and panel respond to a viewer question about Christlike attributes
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: Ryan Wilkins
Ryan Wilkins on the value of knowing that he is a child of God
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