Come Follow Me - Autumn Dickson

Come Follow Me 2021  November 15-21 Doctrine and Covenants 133-134 Nov 15-21 DC 133-134   The reference to the Bridegroom is mentioned three times in Section 133. Though most of us are familiar with this reference from the parable of the ten virgins, there is far more to this title than is usually explored. Ancient Jewish traditions surrounding marriage can teach us a lot about why the S...

Come Follow Me 2021 November 8-14 Doctrine and Covenants 129-132 Nov 8-14 DC 129-32 CFM   What is heaven truly like? In this week's section, Joseph Smith teaches concepts about heaven that make it feel just a little more real. How can these teachings affect our lives? And what on earth does it have to do with Twilight vampires? For a written version of this podcast, check out: https://autumnd...

Come Follow Me November 1-7 Doctrine and Covenants 125-128 Nov 1-7 DC 125-128 CFM   Brigham Young left his wife in desperate circumstances (we're talking malaria, horse stable for living conditions, and seven kids) to go and serve a mission. Was it a wise choice? Was it a right choice? To what extent does it matter? For a written version of this podcast, check out: https://autumndickson.com/...

Come Follow Me October 25-31 Doctrine and Covenants 124 CFM Oct 25-31 DC 124   The Lord has extremely high expectations for His children. Those high expectations are gifts though they may not always feel that way. Though the Lord never lowers His standards for us, He can help us to know when our all has been sufficient. For a written version of this podcast, check out: https://autumndickson.c...

Come Follow Me October 18-24 Doctrine and Covenants 121-123 CFM Oct 18-24 DC 121-123   Enemies of the church have pressed in around Far West, Missouri as well as other church settlements. Tensions are at an all-time high, and Joseph Smith (as well as other leaders) have been sent to Liberty Jail. Thomas B. Marsh, who has long been disgruntled with Joseph, writes an infamous letter full of lie...

Come Follow Me October 11-17 Doctrine and Covenants 115-120 CFM Oct 11-17 DC 115-120   The Lord speaks to three different men in Section 117. Newel K. Whitney and William Marks are both commanded to leave behind their property in Kirtland and join the Saints in Missouri. Oliver Granger is given the opposite command; Oliver is charged with staying in Kirtland and attempting to sell the Kirtlan...

Come Follow Me October 4-10 Doctrine and Covenants 111-114 CFM Oct 4-10 DC 111-114   Thomas B. Marsh was President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. He felt that one of his duties was to help set up foreign missions for the twelve apostles. When he arrived in Kirtland, Joseph had already sent two of the apostles on missions. This was difficult for Thomas. How do we relate to Thomas and ho...

Come Follow Me September 27-October 3 DC 109-110 CFM Sep 27-Oct 3 Doctrine and Covenants 109-110   This week, we read the dedicatory prayer of the Kirtland temple. One of the ways we can better appreciate this prayer is to understanding the story that's occurring around it. From "Revelations in Context," we learn a lot about what the Saints sacrificed to build the temple. Understanding how th...

Come Follow Me September 20-26 DC 106-108 CFM Sep 20-26 Doctrine and Covenants 106-108   As a girl growing up in the church, I remember often hearing introductions such as the following, "We're learning about the priesthood today, and even though you're a woman, this is still relevant to you." At the time, I don't believe any of my teachers had any idea how correct they were. Priesthood lesso...

In this week's chapters, we find the Missouri Saints still homeless and scattered. The Lord declares that He will begin to redeem Zion starting in that very hour as they continue in their tragic and humble circumstances. Four months later, the Lord's "militia" is disbanded without restoring anyone to their homes. Did the Lord truly prevail? What does it mean that the Saints were not returned to th...

Come Follow Me September 6-12 Doctrine and Covenants 98-101 DC 98-101   In October 1833, the Saints were expelled from their homes in Jackson County, Missouri. Joseph Smith received Section 101 that December after learning about the events in November. While this is a historical record, there are principles that we can take out if we look at it as a parable. For a written version of this podc...

Come Follow Me August 23-29 DC 93 CFM Aug 23-29 DC 93   Everyone knows that one of the foremost characteristics of Christ is perfection. What does that truly mean though? Sure, it means that Christ kept all of the commandments all of the time, but Section 93 offers valuable insight into just how Christ remained perfect and how we can ultimately become perfect like Him. For a written version o...

Come Follow Me August 16-22 Doctrine and Covenants 89-92 DC 89-92   Section 91 came as a direct result of a question asked by Joseph Smith regarding the apocrypha. Though there are truths to be learned in the apocrypha itself, what are the principles surrounding Joseph's question and the Lord's answer that can help us in our own lives today?   For a written version of this podcast, check...

Come Follow Me August 9-15 DC 88 Doctrine and Covenants 88 Aug 9-15   How does the Lord reward us with what we are willing to receive? Our choices come with natural consequences both physical and spiritual, and it is our choices that show the Lord what we are willing to receive.   For a written version of this podcast, check out: https://abalancedsaintofmind.com/ For a video version of t...

Come Follow Me August 2-8 Doctrine and Covenants 85-87 DC 85-87   We have all heard the parable surrounding the wheat and tares. What are tares and how do they truly affect a wheat crop? What other layers exist within this parable?   For a written version of this podcast, check out: https://abalancedsaintofmind.com/ For a video version of this podcast check out: https://youtu.be/-vc-AZoV...

Come Follow Me July 26-August 1 Doctrine and Covenants 84   In Section 84, we learn that Moses attempted to teach his people how to behold the face of God. He sought to sanctify them. What kind of process does it require to attain that kind of privilege?   For a written version of this podcast, check out: https://abalancedsaintofmind.com/ For a video version of this podcast, check out: h...

Come Follow Me July 19-25 Doctrine and Covenants 81-83    In Section 81, Frederick G. Williams receives revelation about his new calling as a counselor to Joseph Smith. This was one of the first steps in what would become the First Presidency one day. It was another step in organizing the priesthood. The Lord declares that the "keys of the kingdom" will belong to the First Presidency. Wh...

Come Follow Me July 12-18 Doctrine and Covenants 77-80   In Section 78, the Lord revealed that He wanted an organization that could watch over the storehouse and printing press. This organization came to be known as the United Firm. Unfortunately, two years later, it failed because of mounting debt. How could the Lord let His organization fail so quickly? While this may have a been a great tr...