Through the story of the Jaredites, Moroni contrasts the two roads people can take, the diverging paths of gratitude and idolatry.

Ether 6-11 - S03E45

Moroni begins the tale of the Jaredites, an ancient people following an even more ancient path, across the water to the promised land.

Ether 1-5 - S03E44

Mormon and Moroni both bid the Book of Mormon’s readers farewell, each in his own distinctive way.

Mormon 7-9 - S03E43

Mormon describes the decline of his people, with an emphasis on Heavenly vs. earthly gifts, and the concept of vengeance vs. redemption.

Mormon 1-6 - S03E42

Jesus instructs that his name must be upon his Church, sets apart the three Nephites, and Nephite society enjoys two centuries of peace and blessedness.

3 Nephi 27-4 Nephi - S03E41

Mark relates the story of his brush with COVID-19 and how it affected his family and this podcast. Look for new episodes starting this week!

Our Own Covid Story - S00E10

On the second and third days of his visit to Bountiful, Jesus gave the Nephites the highest blessings of the Gospel, including healing, understanding of mysteries, and perhaps most importantly of all, sanctification.

3 Nephi 20-26 - S03E40

In a single day, Jesus institutes the sacrament, teaches prayer in his name, bestows keys for the gift of the Holy Ghost, and introduces many other practices we associate with His modern church.

3 Nephi 17-19 - S03E39

Jesus’ Sermon at the Temple is not simply a call for us to be inwardly as well as outwardly faithful; it contains detailed instructions for how a Hebrew nation with centuries of tradition in the Law of Moses will carry on their worship both in public and in private now that that Law is fulfilled.

3 Nephi 12-16 - S03E38

The “good news” of the Gospel is both reversed and then redoubled, as the Nephites suffer three days of darkness and destruction before the arrival of that long-awaited day in which they finally meet their Savior.

3 Nephi 8-11 - S03E37

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A defining work on faith, an explanation of the purpose of the Temple, a road map to perfection, and a lesson on Priesthood. If not for the Epistle to the Hebrews, we would be much poorer in our understanding of eternal truth, and in our appreciation for our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Hebrews 7-13 - S02E44

The first chapters of the Book of Mormon contain important parallels with the Old Testament books of the same time period, powerful spiritual lessons, and a puzzling moral dilemma.

1 Nephi 1-7 - S03E02

What can we learn from the introductory materials in the Book of Mormon, and in what sense is the Book of Mormon another “testament” of Christ?

Intro Pages to the Book of Mormon - S03E01

In discussing the Fall of Adam and Eve, Mark explores questions such as "How does it benefit me to learn about the Fall?", "What two BofM chapters teach us the most about the Fall?", and "In what way is Adam a type of Christ?"

Because of My Transgression My Eyes Are Opened - S01E04

The book of Samuel says “man looketh on the outward appearance.” What are some common ways we do this? What was Saul’s tragic flaw? How was David a man after God’s own heart? How do Goliath’s actions correspond with Satan’s temptations of Christ?

The Lord Looketh on the Heart - S01E22

In his Pastoral Epistles, Paul teaches how to identify suitable church leaders, the nature and purpose of scripture, and reveals that his calling and election have been made sure. We also address four seeming contradictions in Paul’s writings some possible resolutions.

1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, Philemon - S02E42

What were the forces surrounding Jesus in his final week? How did he show us the way to have faith, hope, and courage?

Easter Sunday and Holy Week - S00E01

The “New Testament” describes not just a book of scripture but an agreement between God and His people. What is that agreement and how do we keep it?

We Are Responsible for Our Own Learning - S02E01

Mark and Bry revisit the important themes of the Old Testament by reviewing their favorite scriptural Hebrew words. Hilarity ensues.

Super Exciting Hebrew Vocabulary Review - S00E04

Hosea marks the beginning of our study of the “prophetic” works of the Old Testament, and we discuss both the historical context of Hosea, and what he adds to Israel’s own understanding of its history. We also discuss the themes of insult to God and Forgiveness found in this powerful and poetic book of scripture.

I Will Betroth Thee Unto Me in Righteousness - S01E34

Jeremiah had perhaps the hardest job of any prophet—calling people to repentance when he knew for a fact that they wouldn’t listen. We discuss his particular gifts that helped him endure, specifically courage, faith, and his perception that the word of God burned inside of him like a fire.

I Have Made Thee This Day an Iron Pillar - S01E41

Though separated by centuries and perhaps hundreds of miles, Amos and Joel were surprisingly united in their warning of the “Day of the Lord,” in which God would visit wickedness with justice, and in their visions of the latter day glory he would bring to the earth.

God Reveals His Secrets to His Prophets - S01E35

Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians are collections of teachings of comfort and wisdom, each linked to an Apostolic blessing which followed and illuminated it.

1 and 2 Thessalonians - S02E41

Mark interviews Bry Cox, award-winning photographer and student of Biblical Hebrew, about how Jehovah structured the creation story to prove his supremacy, the "light" of creation, and the hidden patterns in the creative periods and what they teach us.

The Creation - S01E03

Jonah is unique among the Prophetic books for being a story about a prophet, rather than the writings of a prophet. But it is unique for other reasons as well—the book of Jonah works even better as a parable than it does as a prophecy.

Sharing the Gospel with the World - S01E33

If the birthright blessings were meant to be passed from father to firstborn son, why did none of the patriarchs of Abraham's time follow this pattern?

Birthright Blessings - Marriage in the Covenant - S01E10

The stories of Ruth and Hannah don’t include any dramatic miracles or the words of prophets, so why did the ancient scribes include them in the Bible? What’s so important in these accounts that we can’t learn anywhere else?

All the City Doth Know That Thou Art a Virtuous Woman - S01E20

John chapter 1 is more than a simple story; it’s the decoder ring to the entire Gospel of John, which is revealed by John’s first chapter to be a carefully honed narrative, crafted and pruned to show only the most vital concepts and events to help us believe in Jesus and live through Him.

John 1 - S02E04

What were the forces surrounding Jesus in his final week? How did he show us the way to have faith, hope, and courage? What do Book of Mormon and modern prophets have to say about the resurrection? This episode was originally published March 30, 2018.

Easter - S02E15

When Elisha took up Elijah’s discarded cloak, he put on more than an article of clothing—even more still than a prophetic mantle, as important as that was. He picked up a burden, the burden of advancing the grand metaphor of the history of the people of Israel, a history that is alive in each person who sets his feet on the path to Yahweh.

He Took Up the Mantle of Elijah - S01E29

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