If you could ask God one question about your purpose, what would it be? In sections 15 and 16 of the Doctrine and Covenants, two men asked just that—and the answers they received might change how you see your own life. This week, John unpacks what God says is of "most worth" and helps you find clarity about what truly matters. You might be surprised how much it applies to you!
"What do you do when life feels uncertain? How do you act after you've made a BIG mistake? For Joseph Smith, losing the 116 pages could have seemed like the end. But Doctrine and Covenants 10 reveals God’s unwavering commitment to forgiveness AND fulfilling His promises. Learn how the Lord’s backup plan teaches us to trust His timing and His ability to make all things work for our good—even when you may not be able to see the way forward.
Joseph Smith saw God, spoke with angels… and still wasn’t ready. If you feel like you're not progressing fast enough, this message is for you.
The lost 116 pages. A prophet’s rebuke. A test of faith. Yet, as always, God’s work moves forward. What can we learn from Joseph’s mistake, Martin’s witness, and the Lord’s unwavering course? Dive in to Doctrine & Covenants 3-5 with John Bytheway.
Help your class connect with Sister Yee’s October 2024 Conference message on repentance and redemption. These tips includes unique ideas—like anonymous responses, relatable examples, and group discussions—to inspire deeper understanding and a closer relationship with the Savior.
Ordinary people with ordinary challenges can experience - and accomplish - absolutely amazing things! Hank Smith shares a few of the many lessons we can learn from the Book of Ether and how you can still have incredible spiritual experiences even though you're not perfect.
We want to be “good,” but there’s still a lot we can learn from the “bad”! The “bad guys” of the Book of Mormon, that is! Hank Smith helps expose some of the enemies of Christ and helps us uncover some of the powerful lessons we can learn from the poor choices they made in their lives.
Even though Joseph Smith made many mistakes throughout his life, he still was an important instrument in God’s restoration of His Church. Historian Gerrit Dirkmaat shows a different side of Joseph - his doubts, family struggles, and some of the spiritual battles he fought as he faced his own shortcomings. See how the guidance of a loving God and the power of repentance shaped Joseph throughout his life, and how to be transformed by God’s love for you too!
Ganel-Lyn Condie shares ideas for how to teach Elder Dale G. Renlund's talk "The Powerful, Virtuous Cycle of the Doctrine of Christ" from the April 2024 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
John Kirkman shares ideas for how to teach Sister Andrea M. Spannaus's talk "Faithful to the End" from the April 2024 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.