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Follow Him: A Come, Follow Me Podcast featuring Hank Smith & John Bytheway

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Follow Him: A Come, Follow Me Podcast featuring Hank Smith & John Bytheway

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  1. 457Revelation 6-14 Part 2 • Dr. Christopher Blythe • Dec 11 - Dec 17Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Dr. Christopher Blythe continues to unravel the mystery and meaning in Revelation 6-14 and encourage and excite listeners about living in the Last Days.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/new-testament-episodes-41-52/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube:  https://youtu.be/q8DjWGn1QNUInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part II–Dr. Christopher Blythe00:07 Heaven03:48 Architecture of the Nauvoo Temple08:07 Lucifer falls11:45 Review of woman and the symbolism12:53 “We Need an Endowment” by Anthony Sweat16:42 “The Point of No Return” by Dieter Uchtdorf20:49 The Number 666 or 61625:18 Moroni flying or standing29:36 Mark in the forehead32:47 Elder Holland and the victory has been posted34:11 Heavenly Father is in control35:01 Final thoughts 37:10 End of Part II– Dr. Christopher BlytheThanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com37 min
  2. 458How do our testimonies of Jesus Christ help us overcome the adversary • followHIM FavoritesTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Thanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com4 min
  3. 459Christmas Part 1 • Sister Joy D. Jones • Dec 18 - Dec 24Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.How can a Christ-centered Christmas lessen fear and increase personal revelation? Sister Joy D. Jones shares stories, scriptural insights, and the joy of Christmas in this special episode.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/new-testament-episodes-41-52/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/-UryeXZLCP4Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYPlease rate and review the podcast!00:00 Part 1–Sister Joy Jones01:23 Introduction of Sister Joy Jones04:01 Sister Jones shares hopes for listeners this Christmas07:02 Staying Christ-centered12:34 Rebirth at Christmas19:04 Mary the mother of Jesus22:19 Condescension of Jesus28:22 Wisdom comes from seeking Jesus31:58 Simeon and Anna35:33 President Nelson encourages us to increase spiritual capacity36:21 Fear not!43:09 Good sources speak truth46:07 Distractions and receiving light49:28 Focus on the Savior this Christmas51:47 Joy Jones in Africa56: 38 End of Part II–Sister Joy JonesThanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com57 min
  4. 460Christmas Part 2 • Sister Joy D. Jones • Dec 18 - Dec 24Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.In this message, Sister Joy Jones shares personal experiences, such as the gift of her son, Trevor Jones. She also shares the joy of serving the Savior during the holiday season.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/new-testament-episodes-41-52/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/0r39soLwQY0Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYPlease rate and review the podcast!00:00 Part II–Sister Joy Jones00:06 Sister Jones shares visiting Saints around the world03:55 Working at the Provo MTC06:02 Sister Jones shares about her son Trevor09:32 Letter from Trevor Jones11:52 President Nelson’s thoughts at Trevor’s funeral14:27 Sharing testimony amidst grief15:23 Temple service at Christmas16:35 John shares a story about Christmas in the Philippines18:14  Christmas story in Ecuador21:05 President Ballard and a special gift23:13 John and Hank share Christmas experiences27:09 President Monson and The Christmas Train30:19 Sister Joy Jones and her Christmas wish35:04 End of Part II– Sister Joy JonesThanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic Design36 min
  5. 461What do we know about who Jesus Christ was before he was born? • followHIM FavoritesTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Thanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com3 min
  6. 462Revelation 15-22 • Part 1 • Dr. Richard D. Draper • Dec 25 - Dec 31Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.How does understanding Jesus Christ’s ultimate victory over sin and death build your faith? Dr. Richard Drapers delves into profound insights into the final chapters of the Book of Revelation. Explore the triumphant narrative of Jesus Christ as the Lion and the Lamb.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/new-testament-episodes-41-52/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/CcsL6euW3O0Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYPlease rate and review the podcast!00:00 Part 1–Dr. Richard Draper00:59 Review of Revelation 1-1401:27 Bio of Dr. Richard Draper03:36 Dr. Draper shares his background with Revelation08:26 Zooming out12:05 Seals as a model and limits14:40 Who will survive?16:37 The sealing of the Saints19:01 Final plagues22:50 God’s wrath27:50 Does the Lord get angry or jealous?28:30 Everything in God’s control31:49 Fifth angel pours his vial35:16 Will there be time to prepare?39:57 Armageddon or Megiddo42:30 Divine intervention and many miracles46:11 The Courtesan and the Beast50:24 Babylon and people as commodities54:26 Immorality and idolatry58:34 The Beast 1:01:37 An Interlude1:04:38 Why Babylon falls1:08:20 End of Part 1–Dr. Richard DraperThanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com1 hr 8 min
  7. 463Revelation 15-22 • Part 2 • Dr. Richard D. Draper • Dec 25 - Dec 31Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Dr. Richard Draper further examines the significance of Jesus Christ as the “bright and morning star.” He explores the reasons behind His invitation to experience peace and rest, especially in times of turmoil.50 min
  8. 464Should we be afraid of the last days? • followHIM Favorites • Dec 25 - Dec 31Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Explore the significance of the Book of Revelation and how understanding the end times can bring peace and faithfulness to your life in this thought-provoking FollowHIM Favorites episode.Thanks to the followHIM team:Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com4 min
  9. 465Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon Part 1 • Dr. Casey Griffiths & Dr. Scott Woodward • Jan 1 - Jan 7Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.How often do we hold a miracle in our hands? Dr. Casey Griffiths and Dr. Scott Woodward open doors to understanding one of the most influential texts in history. They explore the Introduction of the Book of Mormon, the witnesses to the golden plates, and the promises made through studying this miraculous book.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/pbr2H6gam20Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYPlease rate and review the podcast!00:00 Part 1–Dr. Casey Griffiths and Dr. Scott Woodward03:33 Introduction of guests04:12 Why study Church History07:22 Church History Matters Podcast09:02 Introductory pages of the Book of Mormon12:10 Miracles have not ceased17:09 Jesus Christ is the focus of the Book of Mormon19:13 Three-fold purpose of the Book of Mormon20:54 Purpose as speaker system25:05 The covenant consciousness 27:39 Jesus Christ is for the entire world31:23 The purpose and function of the Book of Mormon33:38 Moroni and the errors of men36:41 Dr. Woodward shares an experience reviewing online40:36 Testimonies of the eleven men and one woman45:23 Never deny their testimonies48:20 Martin Harris50:16 David Whitmer58:38 President Dallin Harris Oaks on Martin Harris1:01:12 End of Part I–Dr. Casey Griffiths and Dr. Scott WoodwardThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com1 hr 1 min
  10. 466Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon Part 2 • Dr. Casey Griffiths & Dr. Scott Woodward • Jan 1 - Jan 7Touched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Dr. Scott Woodward and Dr. Casey Griffiths continue to explore the importance of studying. They invite listeners to study, investigate, and ponder the Book of Mormon this year.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/wNU5X9DmknQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYPlease rate and review the podcast!00:00 Part II–Dr. Casey Griffiths and Dr. Scott Woodward00:07 Background of the Eight Witnesses04:00 Samuel Smith as first missionary of the Restoration06:02 Investigating the Book of Mormon Witnesses by Richard Lloyd Anderson07:01 A miracle09:40 John Welch and the translation of the Book of Mormon12:32 30,000 foot view of the translation and proof of the Book of Mormon18:51 A challenge to reproduce the Book of Mormon20:25 Emma Smith’s testimony of the translation of the Book of Mormon23:13 Intersectionality in the Book of Mormon24:11 The Resurrection24:38 Dr. Casey Griffiths thoughts on The Book of Mormon and gospel of Jesus27:58 Dr. Scott Woodward’s hopes for the Saints in 202435:14 End of Part II– Dr. Casey Griffiths and Dr. Scott WoodwardThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com35 min
  11. 467I will not burn the book! • followHIM Favorites • Jan 1 - Jan 7 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.In this "FollowHIM Favorites" episode, hosts Hank Smith and John share the compelling story of Vincenzo de Francesca, a pastor who, in 1910, discovered a burnt Book of Mormon in New York, leading to a transformative spiritual journey despite not knowing its title. Vincenzo's persistence, refusal to burn the book, and eventual fulfillment of God's promise after decades-long quest highlight the profound impact of the Book of Mormon's words on individuals' lives.Thanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com6 min
  12. 4681 Nephi 1-5 Part 1 • Dr. John Hilton III • Jan 8 - Jan 14 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.How does recognizing Jesus Christ’s voice in the Book of Mormon change our personal study? Dr. John Hilton III explores new and familiar territory in the beginning of 1 Nephi and teaches us new study techniques to enhance our testimonies of Jesus Christ.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/FdkPFEUKrSwInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYPlease rate and review the podcast!00:00 Part 1–Dr. John Hilton III02:00 Introduction of guest02:52 Voices in the Book of Mormon and “The Book of Mormon: A Masterclass”06:15 A family story07:50 Dr. Hilton shares a personal story about study10:26 Hank shares a personal study about listening vs. reading12:51 Time studying vs. amount studying14:49 Steve Sorensen and memorizing verses of the Book of Mormon16:30 Writing things down and using various study techniques18:01 Nephi begins his record20:14 The importance of keeping records23:17 President Eyring on keeping records26:23 Lehi’s Jerusalem and how prophets pray29:58 Powerful phrases and mining for gold31:32 Focus on Jesus Christ when studying scriptures34:15 President Jeffrey Holland’s Christ and the New Covenant36:13 Safety in listening to the Lord’s prophets38:35 Elder Bednar and “The Tender Mercies of the Lord”40:25 Hank’s talk “He Knows You”42:44 Lehi and his family leave Jerusalem46:22 Dr. Hilton shares a personal story about traveling in Israel47:33 Teaching children and keeping eternal perspective51:29 President Eyring “To My Grandchildren”55:52: End of Part I–Dr. John Hilton IIIThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com55 min
  13. 4691 Nephi 1-5 Part 2 • Dr. John Hilton III • Jan 8 - Jan 14 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Dr. John Hilton III examines acting in faith, sacrifice, and hearing Jesus’s voice throughout our lives by applying principles in 1 Nephi 1-5Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/ctziJMKGwdgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BYPlease rate and review the podcast!00:00 Part II–Dr. John Hilton III00:07 One of the shortest verses01:56 Softening our hearts04:43 God makes things possible6:10 Nephi’s great idea08:26 The long Saturdays08:44 Go and Know and Know and Go11:55 Sariah’s perspective14:29 Helping our students know for themselves16:54 Nephi slays Laban21:20 The impact on Nephi and Zoram23:36 Sacrifice and burnt offerings26:49 Principles in this lesson29:59 Dr. Hilton shares his feelings about the Book of Mormon34:58  End of Part II– John Hilton Thanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com34 min
  14. 470The Miracle Jersey • followHIM Favorites • Jan 8 - Jan 14 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.This episode delves into 1 Nephi 1-5, exploring the theme of Tender Mercies, featuring Elder David A. Bednar's impactful talk, and sharing a missionary's intriguing experience in Africa with a Utah Junior Jazz jersey.Thanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com6 min
  15. 4711 Nephi 6-10 Part 1 • Dr. Gaye Strathearn • Jan 15 - Jan 21 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.How did we forget the Lord? Dr. Gaye Strathearn examines key questions, ideas, and context to encourage understanding of Lehi’s Dream and Nephi’s Vision.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/YouTube: https://youtu.be/_62ALc3ctFkApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part 1–Dr. Gaye Strathearn00:54 Dr. Strathearn previews the episode02:00 Introduction of Dr. Strathearn02:55 Hearkening to the Lord04:08 The context for Lehi’s Dream and Nephi’s Vision07:02 Lehi thinks about posterity08:42 Hope as catalyst for Lehi’s Vision11:35 Recording only things of worth12:35 Nephi’s questions to Laman and Lemuel15:36 How have we forgotten the Lord?17:37 Sister Browning and President Kimball on the word “remember”19:14 The Sacrament 21:35 The faith of Ishmael’s family24:32 Dream language27:16 The Lord answers prayers and expects work28:46 Being humbled 31:15 Faith, forgiveness, and sacrifice36:27 Lehi’s Dream and the Small Plates39:44 Dark and light40:40 Trees and temples44:38 The fruit47:50 The path and the Iron Rod49:14 The Garden of Eden parallels54:17 Numberless concourses56:58 Worshiping in the prone position1:00:11 Not choosing Jesus1:03:42 End of Part 1–Dr. Gaye StrathearnThanks to the follow HIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com1 hr 4 min
  16. 4721 Nephi 6-10 Part 2 • Dr. Gaye Strathearn • Jan 15 - Jan 21 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Dr. Gaye Strathearn continues to explore the Savior’s invitation to receive the blessings of the Savior’s Atonement in 1 Nephi 6-10.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/YouTube: https://youtu.be/SSmffPVkx-QApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part II–Dr. Gaye Strathearn00:07 The rod of iron and the river symbolism01:33 Garden of Eden parallels03:58 Dr. Strathearn shares a personal story about Covid08:13 The Great and Spacious building 10:04 Human self-sufficiency vs. belief in God13:26 Residents of the Great and Spacious Building15:56 Korihor 16:40 Approval of God vs the approval of man18:33 John shares a story about missionary in a prison20:31 Staying at the Tree of Life24:47 Activity vs passivity28:21 The four groups in Lehi’s dream parallel four types of ground30:40 Nephi asks regarding Lehi’s Dream34:05 Lehi teaches about the seed of Laman and Lemuel39:13 Jesus saves from the darkness42:39 The Allegory of Zenos46:54 Understanding the Fall 48:51 Allowing the Spirit to teach as we study52:53 End of Part II– Dr. Gaye Strathearn Thanks to the follow HIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com53 min
  17. 473He wasn't weird, he was right • followHIM Favorites • Jan 15 - 21 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Join us for a modern-day Tree of Life experience.Thanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com4 min
  18. 4741 Nephi 11-15 Part 1 • Dr. Joshua Sears • Jan 22 - 28 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.How does reading Nephi’s Vision prepare you for the work in the kingdom? Dr. Joshua Sears explores the evolution of the term “Messiah” and emphasizes the role of Jesus Christ and his condescension to gather the family of God.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/YouTube: https://youtu.be/ZbOlFPxRJy0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part 1–Dr. Joshua Sears00:47 Nephi wants to see what Lehi saw01:09 Dr. Sears shares the two purposes of the Book of Mormon02:44 Bio of Dr. Joshua Sears07:38 1 Nephi 1 and the term “Messiah”10:09 Kingship and the title Messiah10:58 Messiah as Redeemer12:12 1 Nephi 11 and  the “condescension of God”14:13 The Lion and the Lamb15:49 Jehovah and the Messiah in 1 Nephi 11:1819:00 Jesus as the literal Son of God22:19 Fulfilling the promises of the Title Page 24:13 1 Nephi 8:3026:32 Similarities for Lehi and Nephi28:48 Hesed and covenantal relationships33:42 So exclusive, everyone can be a part35:43 Broken relationships with God38:03 “Being cast off”41:33 Psalm 8947:03 We are free to choose to be in covenant with God51:53 1 Nephi 11:7 and 1 Nephi 1256:28 1 Nephi 10:12 and a remnant 59:20 The term gentile1:00:42 The Great and Abominable Church1:04:25 That which destroys souls1:07:00 A Jewish record1:09:52 End of Part 1–Dr. Joshua SearsThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com1 hr 10 min
  19. 4751 Nephi 11-15 Part 2 • Dr. Joshua Sears • Jan 22 - 28 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Dr. Sears continues to explore Nephi’s Dream and the crucial nature of the Abrahamic Covenant in the fortunate Scattering and Gathering of  Israel.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/YouTube: https://youtu.be/gqNR-eXcjbIApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part II–Dr. Joshua Sears00:07 The New and Everlasting Covenant02:25 Doctrinal misunderstanding informs biblical interpretation04:49 Blindness to the covenants 06:47 Losing covenant consciousness10:21 Covenants fulfilled in the Last Days13:10 Jesus and the vision16:38 The Book of Mormon reorients to the Abrahamic Covenant20:53 The Abrahamic Covenant was not totally fulfilled in the Meridian of Time22:27 Salvation as a people25:26 The Restoration is to restore people to a covenantal relationship with God26:43 1 Nephi 13:3828:18 The Book of Mormon restores everyone to the covenant30:50 1 Nephi 15 Nephi shares what he has learned32:26 The fluidity of the concept of gentiles34:48 Focus on covenants instead of Columbus36:02 Lamanties as a type of those who need to return to the Covenant Path39:51 The Lord’s work43:46 The power of covenants to those who have strayed46:58 The Book of Mormon is full of hope48:48 Lazarus and wayward souls53:15 Spiritual Alzheimer’s54:13 Dr. Sears shares his testimony of Jesus and the Book of Mormon59:06 End of Part II– Dr. Joshua SearsThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com58 min
  20. 476The frothy beer • followHIM Favorites • Jan 22 - 28 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Will the student body officer cave to peer pressure?Thanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com4 min
  21. 4771 Nephi 16-22 Part 1 • Dr. Tyler J. Griffin • Jan 29 - Feb 4 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Why does the Lord lead us into unfamiliar wildernesses? Tyler Griffin examines God's nourishing and strengthening power and how revelation and strength come gradually.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/QWuOGc05OWQInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part 1–Dr. Tyler Griffin00:18 Review of last week’s episode00:43 Preview of 1 Nephi 18-2202:16 Bio of Dr. Tyler Griffin03:20 The Lord is with us07:03 Marriages occur and blessings follow08:08 Marriage provides strength10:26 The group continues to travel11:30 The Liahona14:55 Trusting the Lord17:15 Miracles and challenges20:48 Reminders of discipleship22:11 Nephi takes ownership of the broken bow25:42 Trusting God and taking steps28:21 God works with wooden bows and a single arrow32:33 Finding God amidst affliction36:13 God requires action39:17 Transactional relationships vs covenantal relationships41:42 Two reactions to one set of trials44:31 Staying positive in trials47:50 Shouldering heavy burdens49:32 President Emily Freeman and building a relationship with Christ51:33 Moroni began to look forward53:53 Nahum and Joseph Smith58:50 Shipbuilding and the Lord has more in store1:00:25 Taking steps without knowing the entire path1:06:05 The Lord reveals in steps1:09:57 End of Part 1–Dr. Tyler GriffinThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com1 hr 11 min
  22. 4781 Nephi 16-22 Part 2 • Dr. Tyler J. Griffin • Jan 29 - Feb 4 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Dr. Tyler Griffin emphasizes the privilege and power of discipleship as well as the power of the Book of Mormon as an inexhaustible source of strength, knowledge, and hope.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/004bBDiy7kEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part II–Dr. Tyler Griffin00:07 Jacob and Joseph are born03:33 Getting closer to God and softening hearts07:45 God never asks us to do addicting things08:43 Planting seeds and growing connections12:20 Becoming like Jesus and studying Isaiah17:13 God reestablishes the covenant20:39 Comfort and the covenant24:02 God cannot forget us30:37 Hebrew poetry33:14 Gathering matters36:46 Power in our own wrestles40:17 Righteous isn’t flawless43:20 Righteousness is repenting44:17 Dr. Griffin shares his belief about friends in the community45:29 Dr. Griffin shares his testimony of Jesus and the Book of Mormon49:25 End of Part II– Dr. Tyler GriffinThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com50 min
  23. 479Robbed at gunpoint • followHIM Favorites • Jan 29 - Feb 4 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.Ever wondered how choosing to have a good day can make all the difference? Join us for a real-life story of resilience, humor, and the power of choice.Thanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com4 min
  24. 4802 Nephi 1-2 Part 1 • Dr. Lili Anderson • Feb 5 - Feb 11 • Come Follow MeTouched by an episode? Click here to send a voice note.What would be included in your Last Lecture? Dr. Lili De Hoyos Anderson addresses Lehi’s final lessons for his family and the importance of building Zion, awakening from spiritual slumber and strengthening one another in relationships.Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/book-of-mormon-episodes-1-13/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056YouTube: https://youtu.be/iBIXTdBLQMEInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY00:00 Part 1–Dr. Lili De Hoyos Anderson00:30 Teaser to the episode01:21 Dr. Anderson shares overview of today’s podcast03:01 Bio of Dr. Anderson05:54 Zion and the Gathering of Israel09:04 A land consecrated 10:57 The Bible and Jesus Christ12:41 Unique characteristics of North America16:33 Freedom and rights and the Restoration19:14 Lehi exhorts his children to wake up21:17 Covering sins25:40 Fearing other’s perceptions29:19 Divine discontent32:12 Hank shares a story of General Conference experience34:30 To cover37:45 Tips for teaching younger audiences38:15 Providing for families, men, and boys32:14 Inspiration and adaptability44:06 Trusting God and service in marriage49:57 The importance of the ideal and adapting when we don’t meet it54:55 A lesson from elephants57:30 President Russell M. Nelson urges us to awake59:06 Spouses building one another1:04:52 End of Part 1–Dr. Lili De Hoyos AndersonThanks to the followHIM team:Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Cofounder, Executive Producer, SponsorDavid & Verla Sorensen: SponsorsDr. Hank Smith: Co-hostJohn Bytheway: Co-hostDavid Perry: ProducerKyle Nelson: Marketing, SponsorLisa Spice: Client Relations, Editor, Show NotesJamie Neilson: Social Media, Graphic DesignAnnabelle Sorensen: Creative Project ManagerWill Stoughton: Video EditorKrystal Roberts: Translation Team, English & French Transcripts, WebsiteAriel Cuadra: Spanish Transcripts"Let Zion in Her Beauty Rise" by Marshall McDonaldhttps://www.marshallmcdonaldmusic.com1 hr 4 min
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