129:1-3 There is a lot of interesting doctrine in these chapters. We could spend a long time trying to fully understand it. First, we learn about different types of beings in heaven. “There are two kinds of beings in heaven, namely: Angels, who are resurrected personages, having bodies of flesh and bones — For instance, Jesus said: Handle me and see, for a spirit hath not flesh and bones, as ye see me have. Secondly: the spirits of just men made perfect, they who are not resu

126:2 Many of us have callings that aren’t visible to large groups of people. It may be that we are a primary teacher or activities committee member or ward missionary or facilities manager. It could be that very few are even aware that we have our calling. That doesn’t mean that there isn’t a lot of work. In fact, your low-visibility calling could require a lot of effort and no one really knows. This verse is suggesting that the most important person is fully aware. The Lord

124:1 Why didn’t the Lord choose someone smarter than Joseph Smith? Why wouldn’t the Lord select a more educated man? Why not someone who was already a political or religious leader? Why, out of all the people of the world, did He choose a 14 year old, uneducated, poor boy in Palmyra? I’ve thought about this question and usually my answer is that he needed someone who was young and untainted by life. He needed to pour his “wine in new bottles.” Only a young, inexperienced per

115:5 When Marci and I built our home in the middle of the forest, the idea was that we would become hermits. We loved being in nature and the peace and quiet we find here. We thought we would stay up on the property and come down only a few times a month. We didn’t really think it through. In the year before we moved in, we decided to serve a church mission in Florida. This changed our perspective. After that, we began working for the church’s Missionary Department. We found

111:1 There are many parts of my life that I could describe as “follies.” The dictionary defines folly as “lack of good sense; foolishness.” I’ve made some senseless decisions. I’ve had foolish priorities. I have been irresponsible. Many days have been filled with thoughtlessness where I haven’t considered what I’m doing and have wasted my time. It would be very comforting to hear the Lord say, “I, the Lord your God, am not displeased with your coming this journey, notwithsta

109:7 How do we help each other develop faith? There are a bunch of ways but this verse suggests a primarily two: diligent learning and...

106:3 We’ve had some changes recently in our financial situation. I’ve had to get back to working full time. Making money has become a...

102:17-21 The church conducts disciplinary councils. There are three purposes for these councils: To save the soul of the transgressor....

9 4 :6 The Lord gave direction about how the temple should be built. “And it shall be dedicated unto the Lord from the foundation thereof...

93:1 God is no respecter of persons. He is willing to appear to anyone. “Verily, thus saith the Lord: It shall come to pass that every...

89:2 The scriptures are written for our spiritual salvation. Their purpose is not for our temporal salvation. Earlier in the D&C, we...

88:3-4 “Wherefore, I now send upon you another Comforter, even upon you my friends, that it may abide in your hearts, even the Holy...

81:3-4 The Lord appears to give an “if…then” statement through Joseph Smith to Frederick Williams (eventually). IF Frederick does certain...

77:2 Section 77 is a little unique in that it’s a literal Q&A where Joseph is asking questions and the Lord is answering. Obviously, most...

76:7-10 How much true and lasting wisdom and understanding do we earn? Humans are discovering worldly scientific principles at an...

71:1 In this verse, the Lord is giving Joseph Smith directions about WHAT to do and HOW to do it. “Behold, thus saith the Lord unto you...

51:1-2 How smart are we? Are we good at organizing churches? I don’t think we are. Consider what happened to the Jews and what they built...

49:2 How much of the gospel do you like? Which principles do you most agree with? Which parts do not just not follow? Of course, all of...

46:7 What are the benefits of being thankful? How good is it truly? Does being thankful simply make us more pleasant to be around or more...

45:2-4 What’s the problem with waiting to repent? The biggest problem is that this mortal life is the time to repent. We read in Alma...

41:1 The gospel of Jesus Christ is taught in its most complete form in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We have modern...

37:1; 38:2 It’s hard to get away from our individual perspective on the events and conditions of our lives. We see things from one point...

30:1-2 Have you ever been chastened? Have you been chastened in front of others? Have you been chastened by the Lord himself? Has someone...

29:4-5 We believe that members of the church are “chosen.” But what does that mean? Does “chosen” mean “awesome” or “better than?” It, of...

27:2 Why is remembering the past such a power influence on our present lives? I don’t know but consider remembering how: Your parents...

23:1 What does it mean to be condemned? To me, to be condemned is to be damned. Condemnation seems more severe than punishment. There is...

(D&C 20-22) 20:5 Prophets are perfect right? Especially Joseph Smith since he was the first prophets of the restoration! Actually no....

19:1 “I am Alpha and Omega, Christ the Lord; yea, even I am he, the beginning and the end , the Redeemer of the world.“ Why is Christ the...

D&C 18:2-4 Do we need to continue to reevaluate what we know to be true? Do we need to relitigate our beliefs regularly? Do we need to...

12 : 8 What does it take to contribute to the church in a significant way? What qualifications must I have? The Lord answers in verse...

10:2 For those of us who have experienced life living close to the Spirit and, at other times, further away - this verse resonates. “And...

6:1 The work of this church is a great and marvelous work. “A great and marvelous work  is about to come forth unto the children of men.”...

3:1-3 God is infallible. He is perfect. He doesn’t make mistakes. He doesn’t course-correct. He doesn’t need refinement. No mulligans or...

1:28-29, 33 He was one of the greatest prophets the world has known, but he was still human. “ I was left to all kinds of temptations ;...

1:6 Is it possible to be a mean Christian? Yes and no. Yes. We have seen others, who claim to be Christian, be unkind. We see ourselves,...

1:10 All of our actions have consequences - both in the present and eternally. There is no action I take today that won’t have some...

The Restoration Proclamation In April 2020, it marked the 200th anniversary of the restoration of Christ’s church on earth. The church...

10:3 Moroni is alone. He’s being hunted. He’ll be put to death. He’s wandering in the wilderness carrying golden plates. He understands...

7:1 It seems like, whenever the scriptures speak of “faith and hope,” there is always a third principle. In this first verse, the three...

12:2-4 Faith in Christ and hope for a better world are two factors that can elevate our lives more than any other force I can think of....

1:43 In this chapter, we read of a few times that Jared asks his brother to pray to the Lord. We do read in verse 34 that the brother of...

7:2-3 What matters in eternity? Is our membership in this church what truly matters? Well…of course it is a blessing to be a member of...

1:2, 15 What does it take for a young person to grow up into a wise person? I think Ammaron knew. “And about the time that Ammaron hid up...

27:1 President Nelson said, “In God’s eternal plan, salvation is an individual matter; exaltation is a family matter.” Of course I agree....

17:2-3 I teach photography. When I am teaching, I am constantly reading the room to see if they are understanding what I’m saying. You...

12:1 Jesus chooses twelve men who received the “power and authority to baptize.” Jesus encourages the people to follow them. “Blessed are...

8:24-25 In these two verses, there is a phrase that is repeated twice. Remember, this is during the three days of darkness when their...

1:9,16, 18 Those who weren’t believers had decided that they would murder those who believed that Christ should come. “Now it came to...

13:6 How complicated is Christ’s example? It is actually very simple. At its core, it is two key principles: Faith in the Lord Jesus...

7:16 If someone is your enemy, how likely are you to listen to this person? It’s very unlikely that I can be influenced or persuaded by...