Our Mothers Knew It

5: BOM [1 NEPHI 16-22] INSIGHTS NOTES “I Will Prepare the Way before You” January 29 – February 4 Insights Lesson Summary: This week we’ll see the second half of the journey to the Promised Land. We’ll follow Lehi & Ishmael’s families as they wind their way through the wilderness towards Bountiful. We’ll see how they struggle with a broken bow, a boat building project, and the struggles that c...

Object Lesson Summary: On the creative side, we’ll create our own “ball of curious workmanship” in order to understand revelation. Next, we’ll use simple machines to talk about amplifying our efforts by using tools. Finally, we’ll bring back a fan favorite from the Old Testament and make a fresh batch of Brazen Serpents to help our kids understand how small moments of obedience can have great cons...

On the creative side, we’ll talk about the condescension of Jesus Christ and try to emulate Him by caring for His little ones in creative ways. Next, we’ll use a big of magic to demonstrate the value of the Book of Mormon restoring the plain and precious truths of the gospel. Finally, we’ll learn about preparing to meet God with some simple physics challenges. Object Lesson Titles & Supplies “...

4: BOM [1 NEPHI 11-15] INSIGHTS “Armed with Righteousness and the Power of God” January 22 – January 28 Lesson Summary: This week we’ll approach Lehi’s vision from a new vantage point as we study the visionary experience of Nephi. We’ll learn about the love of God and the many, many tools He has put in place to bring us all to the tree. Nephi’s vision will help us see the Lord’s plan to care for L...

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me Book of Mormon [1 NEPHI 6-10] Creative “Come and Partake of the Fruit” January 15 – January 21, 2024 WEEK 03: SUMMARY ================= This week we’ll follow Lehi’s sons back into Jerusalem and then back into the wilderness with Ishmael’s Family. Nephi will struggle to lead his rebellious brothers and experience personal...

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me Book of Mormon [1 NEPHI 6-10] Creative “Come and Partake of the Fruit” January 15 – January 21, 2024 WEEK 03: SUMMARY ================= This week we’ll follow Lehi’s sons back into Jerusalem and then back into the wilderness with Ishmael’s Family. Nephi will struggle to lead his rebellious brothers and experience personal...

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me Book of Mormon [1 NEPHI 1-5] Creative Object Lessons “I Will Go and Do” January 8 – January 15, 2024 WEEK 02: SUMMARY ================= We head into familiar territory this week as we study the first 5 chapters of Nephi’s record. I see it as an epic coming-of-age story. Nephi begins by describing himself as “exceedingly y...

Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me Book of Mormon [1 NEPHI 1-5] Insights “I Will Go and Do” January 8 – January 15, 2024 WEEK 02: SUMMARY ================= We head into familiar territory this week as we study the first 5 chapters of Nephi’s record. I see it as an epic coming-of-age story. Nephi begins by describing himself as “exceedingly young” and ends...

2024 WEEK 01 [INTRO PAGES] INSIGHTS NOTES “ANOTHER TESTAMENT OF JESUS CHRIST” January 1 – January 7 WEEK 01: SUMMARY This week we kick off a whole new year as we study the Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon. We’ll study the Title Page, Introduction, and testimonies of the witnesses of the plates. I’ll chat about 7 of the insights that sparked ideas in my mind and then ask you 5 questions to...

2024 WEEK 01 [INTRO PAGES] INSIGHTS NOTES “ANOTHER TESTAMENT OF JESUS CHRIST” January 1 – January 7 WEEK 01: SUMMARY This week we kick off a whole new year as we study the Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon. We’ll study the Title Page, Introduction, and testimonies of the witnesses of the plates. I’ll chat about 7 of the insights that sparked ideas in my mind and then ask you 5 questions to...

2023 WEEK 52 [REVELATION 15-22] INSIGHTS NOTES “HE THAT OVERCOMETH SHALL INHERIT ALL THINGS” December 25 – December 31 WEEK 52: SUMMARY In our final week of study we’ll cover Revelation 15-22. John will teach us about the conflicting forces of good and evil in the last days. We’ll focus in on the allure of Babylon and study its sudden fall. We’ll end with John’s description of the glistening Celes...

2023 WEEK 51 [CHRISTMAS] INSIGHTS NOTES “Good Tidings of Great Joy” December 18 – December 24 WEEK 51: SUMMARY This week we'll try to study the nativity story with fresh eyes. Each person gives us a different understanding about the journey's we will take, the sacrifices we'll be invited to make, the guides we'll be given, and the changes we can make because He lives. On the creative side, we'll u...

2023 WEEK 50 [REVELATION 6-14] INSIGHTS “They Overcame…by the Blood of the Lamb” December 11 – December 17 WEEK 50: SUMMARY John's vision continues this week to reveal the opening of the 7 seals by Jesus Christ. With each opening, new challenges and blessings are brought into the world. We get a clear view of the adversary and his tactics but an even brighter view of the Savior and those who fight...

2023 WEEK 49 [REVELATION 1-5] “Glory, and Power, Be unto … the Lamb for Ever” December 4 – December 10 WEEK 49: SUMMARY This week, we begin the book of Revelation and a deep dive into the symbols and stories behind John's epic vision in the New Testament. We'll learn about the character of Jesus Christ and His guidance for the seven churches of the area. The patterns He uses to teach are applicabl...

2023 WEEK 48 [1-3 JOHN; JUDE] INSIGHTS NOTES “We Are Responsible for Our Own Learning” November 27 – December 3 WEEK 48: SUMMARY John the Beloved and Jude the half-brother of Jesus wrote their epistles at a time of great confusion. Many were teaching false doctrines about the nature and mission Jesus Christ. John was a witness of the Messiah. He walked with Him, learned from Him, and knew of His d...

2023 WEEK 47 [1 AND 2 PETER] NOTES “Rejoice with Joy Unspeakable and Full of Glory” November 20 – November 26 WEEK 47: SUMMARY This week's study takes us into the epistles of the Savior's chief Apostle, Peter. Now 30 years into his discipleship, Peter shares his thoughts on enduring firey trials by keeping our eyes riveted on the gospel of Jesus Christ. His settled and secure testimony must have b...

2023 WEEK 46 [JAMES] NOTES “Be Ye Doers of the Word, and Not Hearers Only” November 13 – November 19 WEEK 46: SUMMARY The Book of James is loaded with practical wisdom on how to live as a disciple of Jesus Christ. The words in these verses have been a catalyst for incredible revelation in the past. In our day, those same words can stir our souls and strengthen our hearts for the days ahead. On the...

2023 WEEK 45 [HEBREWS 7-13] NOTES “An High Priest of Good Things to Come” November 6 – November 12 WEEK 45: SUMMARY The second half of Hebrews centers on the blessings, challenges, and power of faith in Jesus Christ. These chapters help us build up our cloud of witnesses by studying the faith-filled choices of Old Testament heroes and recognizing the power of the higher priesthood. On the creative...

2023 WEEK 44 [HEBREWS 1-6] “Jesus Christ, the Author of Eternal Salvation” October 30 – November 5 WEEK 44: SUMMARY The epistle to the Hebrews was written to try to help the Jewish converts. They were struggling to balance their understandings of the Law of Moses with the new covenant through Jesus Christ. These chapters incorporate familiar Old Testament verses to help us understand the role of J...

2023 WEEK 43 [1 AND 2 TIMOTHY; TITUS; PHILEMON] “Be Thou an Example of the Believers” October 23 – October 29 WEEK 43: SUMMARY Paul was a mentor to both Timothy and Titus. Paul wrote to both of them hoping to strengthen their leadership abilities and guide them towards greater faith. He focused on the power of teaching "sound words" in order to fend off apostasy. To Philemon, Paul wrote of reconci...

2023 WEEK 42 [1 AND 2 THESSALONIANS] INSIGHTS VIDEO “Perfect That Which Is Lacking in Your Faith” October 16 – October 22 WEEK 42 INSIGHTS NOTES LINK (available now) WEEK 42 CREATIVE NOTES LINK (available now) WEEK 42: SUMMARY Paul and Silas tried to teach the Thessalonian Saints but had to leave the city early due to persecution. He wrote two epistles to commend the Saints on their progress and h...

2023 WEEK 41 [PHILIPPIANS; COLOSSIANS] “I Can Do All Things through Christ Which Strengtheneth Me” October 9 – October 15 WEEK 41: SUMMARY Paul's writings to the Philippians and Colossians help us learn to find lasting peace regardless of our circumstances. While imprisoned, he teaches powerfully about submitting our will to a loving, omniscient God who can make all things work together for our go...

2023 WEEK 40 [GALATIANS] INSIGHTS VIDEO “FOR THE PERFECTING OF THE SAINTS” October 2 – October 8 WEEK 40: SUMMARY Paul's message to the Ephesians was filled with hope. He saw their steady progress as Gentile converts and hoped to take them further by teaching them about God's plan, the power of Prophets and Apostles, strengthening the inner man, and putting on the whole armor of God. We'll echo so...

2023 WEEK 38 [GALATIANS] INSIGHTS VIDEO “WALK IN THE SPIRIT” September 25 – October 1 WEEK 39: SUMMARY The Galatians were struggling to understand salvation. Paul had taught them to look to Christ but others came in and distorted his teachings. They taught a need for the Law of Moses and focused on the works of the law. Paul wrote this epistle to counter their teachings and point the young saints...

2023 WEEK 38 [2 CORINTHIANS 8-13] “God Loveth a Cheerful Giver” September 18 – September 24 Paul finishes his letter to the Corinthians with a strong call to action. He'll urge them to prove their testimonies by caring for their fellow saints. He'll also warn them about apostasy, false teachers, and the dangers of following after "another gospel". Next, he'll detail his many trials, his unparallel...