The Scripture Study Project

Enos-Words of Mormon - "for a wise purpose"

During all of the craziness going on today it's more important than ever that we understand just how God works in the world today. In this episode we invite guest Kaylen Nelson on to dive into the oft-forgotten books of Enos through Words off Mormon and glean from 300 years of Nephite history truths about how God works through and around His children that might help us make sense of the world we currently live in. Knowing that God has "a wise purpose" for what's going on today, we can turn to His word to learn that wisdom for ourselves and our families.
Show Notes:
Tad R. Callister, "God's Compelling Witness: The Book of Mormon," October 2017.
Book of Mormon 2018 episode on Enos
Study Help: Structure of the Book of Mormon
David A. Bednar, "An Evening with Elder Bednar," February 2020.
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Jacob 5-7 - "I could not be shaken"

In a world where things are being hourly, minutely shaken up around us we need something to strengthen and solidify us. In Jacob's writings he mentions often his own and his desire  to help others receive unshakeable faith. In chapter 5 he quotes Zenos' allegory of the olive tree that, if likened to us, is a story of how God helps the trees of his vineyard grow, become strong (and unshakeable), and bear fruit of hope and peace. In chapter 7 Jacob's faith is tested by Sherem and, yet, remains unshakeable. So study with us this week as we learn how to solidify our faith in the face of uncertainty.
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Jacob 1-4 - "anxiety for the welfare of your souls"

The German word "weltschmerz" describes a feeling of sadness at the sins of the world. Jacob described this same feeling when he said he felt great "anxiety" for the welfare of his people's souls. What, exactly, caused this pain for Jacob and what causes it for us? Study with us this week as we tackle some of the big sins Jacob sees in his world that seem all-too-real for modern readers.
Show Notes:
Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Believe, Love, Do," October 2018. 
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2 Nephi 31-33 - "feast upon the words of Christ"

One of the most famous phrases from the scriptures about the scriptures comes from Nephi's challenge for his readers to "feast upon the words of Christ." However, understanding what that actually means and how to do it can be tricky at best and daunting at worst. In this episode we give three tried-and-tested principles for better feasting in your personal scripture study and, thus, allowing God to better "tell you all things what you should do."
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2 Nephi 26-30 - "the words of a book"

Have you ever wondered why, of all He could have done, God chose to use "the words of a book" to accomplish so much of His "marvelous work" in the last days? Why the Book of Mormon? Why now? As we study this week we answer these global questions and, much more importantly, the personal questions of just what this long-prophesied book can do for you. Want a Book of Mormon study pick-me-up, than this episode may be for you!
Show Notes:
Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Are You Sleeping Through the Restoration?" General Conference, April 2014
Gary E. Stevenson, "The Ongoing Restoration," BYU Devotional, August 2019.
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2 Nephi 11-25 - "persuade...to believe in Christ"

Have you ever struggled reading the Isaiah chapters? Nephi says that he "delights" in Isaiah's words because they persuade people to come closer to Christ. In this episode, we reverse the traditional feelings about Isaiah and begin to scratch the surface of what these incredible chapters can do for you!
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2 Nephi 6-10 - "the Mighty God shall deliver his people"

To a Nephite crown who has just been forced out of their homes (again), Nephi's brother Jacob preaches the "great plan of our God" and the details the Lord's rescue of His people. If you are feeling homeless or lost, alone, or just in need of rescue then study with us this week as we uncover what our God does to find and save us! 
Show Notes:
Connie Gouldin, "Seeking Rescue," Ensign, June 2015.
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2 Nephi 1-5 - "encircled about eternally"

This week we study Lehi's blessings to his sons with special guest Art Olivas of the wonderful EstudioEn15 podcast. As we examine what truths Nephi draws upon to strengthen him in dark times we look at truths that can do the same for us. What can we learn about or from the Lord that helps us when we may feel "encompassed about" with trials and temptations (2 Nephi 4:18) but want to feel "encircled about" with the Lord's love and righteousness (2 Nephi 1:15; 4:33).
Show Notes:
Follow along with Art's great Spanish podcast EstudioEn15 (search for it in your podcast app) or connect with him online at his website or via Instagram.
Ronald A. Rasband, "Jesus Christ is the Answer," Evening with a General Authority, February 2019.
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