Engaging Gospel Doctrine

Jul 18 2022 150 ep. 56 mins 52

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Engaging Gospel Doctrine provides supplementary resources for Latter-Day Saint Sunday School.

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411: Looking Back and Looking Forward

Jul 18 2022 40 mins

I can’t believe we have been producing Engaging Gospel Doctrine for ten years! This special episode discusses the purpose and past of the podcast as well as milestones in my own journey and process. I also discuss the future of the podcast and the Olam Institute and its projects. Olam SiteWorkplace Wellness Presentation

410: Judging Judges (June 5; Come Follow Me OT Week 19, Reissued)

Jun 04 2022 14 mins

The Reign of the Judges Judges is one of the most memorable books of the Bible, but also one of the darkest. We must first grapple with the moral ambiguity of these stories before we can learn from the power and courage of Deborah, the vulnerability and trust of Gideon, and appreciate Samson for the… Continue Reading

409: Deliverance and Resurrection (April 17; Old Testament Lesson 16)

Apr 12 2022 52 mins

Covering the Old Testament this year in Sunday School means that we get to study the Exodus, Passover, and Easter at the same time. This striking alignment invites us to explore where in our lives we are in need of Liberation (Exodus), Commemoration (Passover/Sacrament), and Resurrection (Easter). Reading: Exodus 1-17; Easter You can access my… Continue Reading

408: Reversals and Fortunes (Old Testament Week 12; March 20)

Mar 19 2022 53 mins

While Joseph seems tricky and somewhat annoying, a deeper reading of Genesis 37-50 reveals themes of accountability and reconciliation. These chapters invite us to reflect on how we can remain true to ourselves and make the best of difficult situations, and how we can live in such a way that we are ready for whatever… Continue Reading

407: Finding Your Fit (Old Testament Lesson 10; March 6)

Mar 04 2022 37 mins

In these chapters we read about the inter-generational machinations and drama around the family of Rebekah and her twin sons Jacob and Esau. We are invited to reflect on marriage and family, culture, mindset, relationships, and reconciliation. Class Reading: Genesis 24-27; 28-33 Related Episodes

406: The World Who Weeps (Old Testament Lesson 6; February 6)

Feb 05 2022 44 mins

How do we move forward when the world feels like it is ending? How do we bear the pain of feeling the pain of the world? We learn from Noah and Enoch in this episode, who teach us lessons of preparation and compassion. Reading: Genesis 5-11; Moses 6-8 You can access my Reading Notes hereYou… Continue Reading

405: Fall and Freedom (Old Testament Lesson 3; January 16)

Dec 23 2021 55 mins

This episode grapples with the fundamental questions of human nature and purpose. How do we increase and responsibly use our agency, given human limitations? Reading: January 16: Genesis 3-4; Moses 4-5 January 9: Genesis 1-2; Moses 2-3; Abraham 4-5 You can access my Reading Notes hereYou can access my Lesson Notes here Related Episodes

404: Perspective and Potential (Old Testament Lesson 1; January 2)

Dec 08 2021 46 mins

We have our greatest chance to progress toward our divine potential when we take seriously our human nature. This introductory episode for Come Follow Me 2022 reviews the schedule and approach of the podcast for next year, reviews the nature and approaches to scripture, explores the Old Testament and Pearl of Great Price. Class Reading:… Continue Reading

403: Easter (Reissued)

Apr 03 2021 52 mins

Celebrating Easter and resurrection is incomplete if we do not also celebrate the Holy Week, which is full of not just life and resurrection, but also disappointment, betrayal, and death. Easter invites us to increase our acceptance of death, which allows us to increase our engagement with life. We, like the women at the tomb,… Continue Reading

402: Easter (Come Follow Me D&C Week 14)

Apr 03 2021 35 mins

This is a time to celebrate renewal and resurrection. In this bonus episode I explain the purpose and contribution of Engaging Gospel Doctrine, comparing its approach to other Sunday School podcasts. There are so many great resources out there! I also reread Carol Lynn Pearson’s Holy Week, which applies the Easter message to our every… Continue Reading