The Scripture Study Project

Ephesians - Battle

Have you ever felt like your faith was under attack? Like your membership was being bombarded by criticism? Like you were in war against something or someone you can't see but who is intent on wrestling away from you the very truths that provide you hope in life? Well...you are! At least, that's how Paul describes what the Ephesians are going through. Study with us this week as we learn from Paul how to really fight against that unseen wickedness, put on the whole armor of God, and stand strong in our faith in Christ.
Show Notes:
Kim B. Clark, "Encircled About by Fire," S&I Broadcast, August 2015.
Blue Dot Sessions, "Weathervane," Creative Commons.

Galatians - Stand

If you've ever felt pulled in two different directions, commanded to walk a covenant path by one voice and tugged to walk in other directions by so many other voices, than you can empathize with the Galatians. This week we study Paul's words to those who are pulled in different directions and learn, from him and from our own personal confirmations, why we should "stand fast" in the faith of Jesus Christ.
Show Notes:
Bruce R. McConkie, "Our Relationship with the Lord," BYU Address, 1982.
Blue Dot Sessions, "Weathervane," Creative Commons.

2 Corinthians 8-13 - Thorn

Paul says that he has a "thorn in the flesh", some weakness that persistently bothers him and forces him to admit humility and reliance on God. That feeling of weakness is, of course, not foreign to us as we look at ourselves nor as we look at those around us. So why does God allow us to have weakness and why does he allow those around us, maybe especially those who lead us, to have weakness too. Study along this week to learn from Paul what do with your and others' thorns.
Show Notes:
Blue Dot Sessions, "Weathervane," Creative Commons.

2 Corinthians 1-7 - Groan

Having a bad day? A bad week? A bad year? In this episode we dive into Paul's teachings about just why God allows those bad days/weeks/years to happen and chart a course for how we can be happy in any circumstance. So bring your bad day and listen along and see if we can put a smile on your face!
Show Notes:
Katie Hughes, Instagram
Russell M. Nelsons, "Joy and Spiritual Survival," October 2016.
Blue Dot Sessions, "Weathervane," Creative Commons.

1 Corinthians 14-16 - Voices

"There are," Paul writes, "so many kinds of voices in the world." How true today, with so many and groups clamoring for our attention today Paul teaches the simple truths of the gospel and resurrection of Christ. Study along with us as we listen to one voice that will make all the difference.
Show Notes:
Blue Dot Sessions, "Weathervane," Creative Commons.

1 Cor 8-13 - Body

Paul taught that, just as there must be unity among different parts for the body to function, so too must there be unity among different members of a family/ward/church in order for that organization to work properly. Study with us this week as we learn what breaks the body and what heals it again.
Show Notes:
Blue Dot Sessions, "Weathervane," Creative Commons.

1 Corinthians 1-7 - Temple

A simple definition of a temple is: a holy place dedicated to God. Of course we have many temples around the world, but in this study, Paul opens our minds to the idea that we can make our homes, our wards, our bedrooms, and our own personal lives into temples of God where His spirit can dwell. Study with us this week as we learn what defiles those temples and how we can dedicate or rededicate them to our Father in Heaven.
Show Notes:
Blue Dot Sessions, "Weathervane," Creative Commons.

Bonus: Salt Gathering - Study

In this bonus episode, recorded from our Facebook Live discussion for the Salt Gathering, we answer questions about scripture study--everything from how to make it a daily habit to how to dive deeper in your personal study.
Show Notes
 
Salt Gathering Facebook
Music: Blue Dot Sessions, "Weathervane," Creative Commons.