When you understand the world the Savior lived in, you're going to start having so much more perspective from each chapter you read! Today take a look at the history of Israel and the world the Savior lived in.
What does it mean to have "moral authority", especially in terms of a healthy relationship? Hank talks about the advantages and disadvantages of moral authority, and how improperly using this special type of influence can change your relationships (and not necessarily in a good way!)
The Natural Man is an Enemy to God! Hank shares that if you've ever felt like sin looks like more of what it actually is (repulsive) then that's a clear sign you are feeling the influence of the Holy Ghost!
Isn't it interesting how individualized the Savior teaches? Today Hank shares the history of the book of Mark – one of most individually unique books in the four gospels.
Sometimes we make things way harder than they need to be! Hank shares some of the small and simple things you can do to help strengthen your relationships, one day at a time.
Is it possible to force yourself to feel the Holy Ghost? Hank shares a personal story from when he tried to "force" a feeling while visiting a church historical site. He also shares some ways to tell if you have the spirit with you, or if you feel like you've lost some of its influence in your life, as well; as what to do if you struggle with mental health.
Matthew is a talented writer who does a fantastic job of shaping the stories he shares, and the way he writes to make them more interesting to his readers. Sometimes he writes in a very subtle way. Other times, he's much "less subtle." Join Hank as he talks about the history of the book of Matthew.
It is impossible for relationships to grow if you have a hard heart! Hank shares lessons from one of the Savior's most well-known parables that teaches us to "weed our lives" so you have space to grow together in unity and love.
Hank talks about the different ways the Holy Ghost can inspire us, and how one sign of the Holy Ghost can be the way we talk and the way we think about ourselves and the world!
For two thousand years, readers have speculated about the Magi of the New Testament. Additionally, the tempatations Christ encountered after His time in the wilderness leave much to ponder about. Get a "birds eye view" of these chapters as Hank gives historical insight into the stories we wish we knew more about.