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The Shield of Faith returns as we begin a new year of Come, Follow Me with a thoughtful introduction to the Old Testament—a book that often feels intimidating, difficult, or even unsettling to modern readers.

In this episode, we explore why the Old Testament creates tension for so many people and why that tension is worth facing rather than avoiding. Through scripture, history, psychology, and doctrine, we examine the justice and judgment of God—and how those themes ultimately reveal something even deeper: God’s mercy.

We discuss:

• Why true doctrine (and faith in true doctrine) changes behavior

• Why the Old Testament matters for understanding our modern world

• How justice, judgment, repentance, and mercy work together

• Common misunderstandings about the Law of Moses and capital punishment

• Powerful passages from Psalms, Exodus, Job, Isaiah, and Micah

• Why the Old Testament may contain the most beautiful expressions of God’s mercy

Rather than presenting a harsh or distant God, the Old Testament reveals a God who is slow to anger, patient with sinners, and one who delights in mercy. When read as a complete narrative—and not isolated verses—it becomes a profound witness of repentance, redemption, and grace.

If you are studying Come, Follow Me, teaching a lesson, or seeking a deeper and more faithful approach to LDS scripture study, this episode sets the foundation for the year ahead.

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This week we explore the doctrines and impact of the revelation contained in D&C 76. We discuss how these teachings affect or perspective of ourselves, the world, the afterlife and all man. I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.

This is a continuation of last weeks subject matter. We continue to look at how to appropriately balance the virtues of Justice and Mercy. We emphasize the necessity to Justice as well as the virtue that balances both of these. I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This week we look at the most relevant, impactful and important verses from D&C 64-66. Specifically we will look at ways we can better maintain the balance between justice and mercy. I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This week we look at the most relevant, impactful and important verses from D&C 60-63. Similar to last week we continue to look at nuanced ways by which God answers our prayers and guides us. I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This week we look at the most relevant, impactful and important verses from D&C 58,59. Specifically, we will discuss cultivating gratitude for the sensory experiences and gifts in mortality. I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

The week we look at the most relevant, impactful and important verses from D&C 51-57. Specifically we will look at different types or styles by which God reveals His path and His truths to man. I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This week we look at the content from D&C 49,50. In this episode we do a deep dive into the topic of preaching by the Spirit of Truth and receiving by the Spirit of Truth. I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This week's deep dive is on the content from D&C 46. We will discuss Gifts of the spirit vs Spiritual gifts. In this analysis we will look at ways we can better identify the gifts that have been given to us.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This week we are looking at the content of D&C 45. What started out as an overview turned into a deep dive on the Savior's role as the advocate. As always, I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This week we do a deep dive into D&C 42 vs 8 & 9. This scripture awakens a very ancient and significant phrase - I will be their God, and they shall be my people. We discuss the meaning of this phrase and its connection with the everlasting covenant. I hope you gain valuable insights as we explore these key doctrines and principles of life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This weeks deep we look at the content from D&C 37-40. We will focus on the idea of being one and becoming one. I hope you gain valuable insight as we explore the key doctrines and principles that have life changing impact.If you would like to support this channel please like, share and subscribe. Another way that you can support this channel is by taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

This week's deep dive from D&C 30-26 will focus on Missionary Work. How can we be better missionaries? What motivation or motivations drive our desires to do missionary work? If you would like to support this channel please subscribe or consider taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW

A Deep Dive into D&C 29:34 and 35"Wherefore, verily I say unto you that all things unto me are spiritual, and not at any time have I given unto you a law which was temporal; neither any man, nor the children of men; neither Adam, your father, whom I created.Behold, I gave unto him that he should be an agent unto himself; and I gave unto him commandment, but no temporal commandment gave I unto him, for my commandments are spiritual; they are not natural nor temporal, neither carnal nor sensual."If you would like to support this channel consider taking a look at one of my books.This Is The Christ - (A collection of every scripture reference of God & Christ)https://a.co/d/hGVhTmvThe Divine Nature - (A deep dive into the characteristics of God)https://a.co/d/jjJzV52His Voice: The Teachings of the Old Testamenthttps://a.co/d/1fg2mReHis Voice: The Teachings of the New Testamenthttps://a.co/d/ja0GfSLThe Wacky World of Whompaloo (A creative and funny children's book)https://a.co/d/eoKrrPW