The Book of Mormon Podcast

On this episode, we get back together with Alma and the Lord's people as they establish the land of Helam. The Lord begins to chastise His people so He can prove them. Topics discussed include: Nephite kings, righteous leaders, prospering in the land due to obedience, and more. Recorded 06/06/2021.

On this episode, we discuss the final chapters of the record of Zeniff. We read and discuss the afflictions and lamentations of Limhi and his people in the Land of Nephi and the arrival of Ammon (from the perspective of Limhi). Recorded 05/30/2021.

On this episode, we discuss chapters nineteen and twenty of Mosiah. We discuss King Noah's downfall and demise, the beginning of Limhi's reign, the overall narrative, and the complexities of warfare. Recorded 05/24/2021. Odenton, MD.

On this episode, we finish our discussion of Mosiah 18. We discuss the commandments given to the Church of Christ as it was established in the land of Nephi. Topics include: the difference between teaching and preaching, the persistent effort to build up Zion, the law of consecration, and more. Recorded 05/16/2021.

On this episode, we are joined by Johnny Williams for our discussion of Mosiah chapter eighteen. Topics include: Alma preaching in private, a place called Mormon, the nature of covenants and the establishment of the Church of Christ in the Land of Nephi. Recorded 05/09/2021.

On this episode, we discuss Mosiah 16 and 17! We add our testimonies to Abindai's that redemption comes only through faith in Jesus Christ. Topics include: holding fast to Gospel truths, avoiding "the middle" or being lukewarm, cancel culture, and more. Recorded 05/02/2021.

On this episode of the podcast, we discuss the remainder of Mosiah chapter 15. We discuss the redemptive power of Jesus Christ and the resurrection promised every person who has ever lived, lives, and will live. We also discuss the frustration of halted progress and the hope found in living the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Recorded 4/25/2021.

On this episode, we are joined again by Brandice McGee who operates the Discover Christ page on Instagram. We discuss Mosiah chapters 14 and 15 (through verse 11). Topics include: Christ's mortality, temptation, and Atonement. We also discuss doctrines pertaining to the Godhead and how we are children of Christ when we repent and follow Him. Recorded 04/18/2021.

On this episode, we briefly discuss our first impressions following the 191st semi annual general conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Recorded 04/04/2021.

On this episode, we are joined by Elder Tautala, Elder Jones, and Elder Pili (serving as full time missionaries in Arlington Texas). We discuss Mosiah 13, in which Abinadi continues his preaching to Noah and his priests. Recorded 04/03/2021.

On this episode, we discuss chapters eleven and twelve in the Book of Mosiah! We discuss the rise and early reign of King Noah and the arrival of Abinadi to prophesy and call the people to repentance. Topics include: choosing wickedness, the reason prophets are called, 'yes' men, and ensuring righteous judgement. Recorded 03/28/2021.

On this episode, we discuss the tenth chapter of Mosiah. We finish Zeniff's first-hand account of establishing his people in the land of Nephi and Shilom. We address topics we associate with Zeniff's initial account, such as: preparing oneself and the world temporally and spiritually, the danger of false traditions, blame, and asking what we can do to prepare the world for the Second Coming of Jes...

On this episode, we are joined by Paul Anderson, who is an inspiring writer on https://bookofmormonstudynotes.blog. We begin the record of Zeniff, the ninth chapter Mosiah. Topics discussed include: Mormon's choices in his abridgement-order, the history of Zeniff and his personality, zeal and being over-zealous, and much more! Recorded 03/14/2021.

On this episode, we are joined by Rita Egbert, a Pathway missionary and teacher. We discuss Mosiah chapters seven and eight. We recommence the Book of Mormon narrative as Ammon arrives in the land of Nephi. Recorded 03/07/2021.

On this episode, we discuss chapter six of Mosiah with Shelbi's mom - Sariah Williams. Topics discussed include: what is recorded on Earth is recorded in Heaven, the qualities of righteous leadership and government, the Nephite kings, and the influence of faithful example. Recorded 02/28/2021.

On this episode, we are pleased to have listener and virtual guest Ari Coleman join us for a discussion of Mosiah chapter five! (See his blog: musingsfromamundaneman.home.blog) Ari stole the show as we discussed topics related to making and keeping sacred covenants, taking upon us the name of Jesus Christ - becoming his sons and his daughters. Recorded 02/20/2021

On this episode, we finish our discussion of Mosiah chapter 4! Topics covered include: watching our thoughts, teaching our children and establishing peace, becoming sober, and doing all things in wisdom and order. Recorded 02/14/2021

On this episode, we continue our discussion of Mosiah chapter four - we cover verses 5-12, 22-23 this week. Topics include: our responsibility to save ourselves through faith and obedience, retaining a remission of our sins, and imparting our substance freely just as Jesus Christ imparts redemption freely. Recorded 02/07/2021.

On this episode, we continue our discussion of King Benjamin's address in Mosiah chapter three! Topics include: prophets' call to repent, and putting off the natural man. Recorded 01/31/2021

On this lengthy episode, we discuss Mosiah 2, which begins King Benjamin's address to his people. Topics abound, including: prophetic teachings, peaceful transitions of power in government, serving our fellow man and thereby serving God, unprofitable servants, the consequences of failure to repent, and more. Recorded 01/24/2021

On this episode, we discuss the first chapter in the Book of Mosiah! We share our thoughts and testimonies about prophets and the scriptures. We also discuss the purposes behind our podcast. Recorded 01/17/2021.

On this episode, we discuss The Words of Mormon - an insert by the prophet-historian Mormon who abridged the record we know as the Book of Mormon. We share some insights we have from Church history as well.

On this episode, we discuss the books of Jarom and Omni. We cover the various record keepers who preserved the record of Nephi and his people through difficult times. We are grateful for prophets of old and those who are called to serve today.

On this episode, we are joined by returning guest and friend Edward Vissoni! We cover the Book of Enos and continue our discussion of developing spiritually and coming unto Jesus Christ.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by Samuel Raubenheimer and his father Simon Raubenheimer. We discuss the complete seventh chapter of Jacob. Topics we discuss include: how to deal with doubt, how to develop spiritual resiliency, the converting power of the Holy Ghost, the nature of the Holy Ghost as a member of the Godhead, the Nephites' reconciliation to God and subsequent missionary...