Come Follow Me Insights (Doctrine and Covenants 51-57, May 17-23)

Taylor and Tyler dive into the Saint's learning about the law of consecration among many other things. For some, it is difficult, while it is easy for others. Many people in the Church confuse the law of consecration with the united order (all things common). Interestingly enough, the law of consecration is something all Temple-worthy members of the Church covenant to live, while the united order is no longer practiced.

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0:00 Overview of church history events and progress from May – July 1831. What is the law of consecration? What does the word consecration mean?
5:04 D&C 51: Verses 2-3 Bishop Edward Partridge is given instruction for appointing and regulating stewardships. What is a “want”? See Webster’s 1828 Dictionary for definition in context of the time period.
11:10 Verses 4-9 Scriptural accounts of people living the Law of Consecration show that the people become so prosperous when they live by these principles that all needs and wants are satisfied. The Lord provides instruction for written deeds and property claims.
14:14 Verses 10-12 Emphasis is given on serving in local communities and wards. This is where you will have your greatest influence. All of our resources, including time and talents, become part of the Bishop’s Storehouse to be shared with the Saints.
19:02 Verse 19 Blessings that will come to the faithful, just, and wise steward. Cross reference with Matt 24:45 that asks “Who then is a faithful and wise servant? Jesus responds with the parable of the ten virgins, the talents, and the sheep and the goats. Tyler shares a story about a carpenter who is asked to build one last project.
24:45 D&C 52: Verses 4-8 God is interactively involved in our lives. When his servants are faithful, they will know what to do. He allows our agency and our faithfulness to determine how much more we receive.
30:47 Verses 9-19 The journey towards our destination and who we are becoming is the important part. A pattern for the discerning of spirits it provided. Notice the word IF in verses 15-16 as it is directly connected to agency and obedience. Those enlightened by the Spirit bring forth “fruits of praise and wisdom according to revelations and truth.” (verse 17)
35:16 Verse 37 An example of transgression shows how we can be lead away from the truth “line upon line” in a downward direction.
40:13 D&C 53 Revelation to Sidney Gilbert. The Lord has heard his prayers and has a specific calling for him to forsake the world, preach the gospel and endure to the end. Our callings will often take us out of our comfort zone and lead us out into a “wilderness” for more opportunities to grow.
47:00 D&C 54 Members of the early church are divided on the consecration of properties. The Saints are commanded to repent and become humble. A WO is pronounced on him who broke the covenant. A blessing is pronounced to those who kept the covenant. Key lesson: What or who have we chosen to be our God?
52:43 D&C 54-55 Newell Knight called to Missouri to help Edward Partridge. Revelation to William W. Phelps. He is instructed to first be baptized and then to preach the gospel.
57:11 D&C 56 The clash between men’s agency and God’s work. Verse 4: The Lord “commands and revokes” as needed to allow others their agency and to continue moving the work forward. God respects agency and gives commandments even when He knows some people will not follow through.
1:00:28 Verses 16-17 A WO is pronounced upon both the rich and the poor who do not have a broken heart and contrite spirit, but a blessing is available to those who are poor who are pure in heart.
1:02:50 D&C 57 First revelation given in Jackson County, Missouri. It is “wisdom” in the Lord to build up Zion in Jackson County. Verse 8-15 Emphasis on “planting” themselves and establishing business there.
1:07:45 Why put so much emphasis on building in a temporary location? Perhaps the most important building is not building log cabins and stores but building the character and attributes of disciples of Jesus Christ.

Timestamps courtesy of Tammy Hulse
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[georgeharmon]

Thank you for your encouragement to keep going. My wife and I are both senior citizens with maladies. My wife is handicapped, and I take care of her, in spite of my growing physical limitations. It would be so easy for us to give up. But your explanations of these sections, and your encouragement to "keep the faith" goes a long ways to helping us to keep our covenants and keep our faith strong, and ask our Father for daily help.

[simsfairytales]

Thank you so much for consecrating your time and talents on our behalf

[sherip]

Thank you for ending your lessons with, "know that you are loved." I always feel the spirit confirming that truth to me. So many of us need to be reassured. The lesson was an awesome one. Saying thank you to you for these lessons seems hardly enough for what joy it gives me to watch these lessons and brings me closer to Christ. I appreciate your bringing the spirit in my home and in my heart. I am so grateful that you are living your life so that you may let your light shine to all men ( and women).

[DavidNellTheHarbinger]

It is amazing the difference in The Spirit I feel while watching this vs anti podcast is light vs is sweet vs is in verity, black and white; So glad I do not any longer feel the need to waste my valuable energy and time getting soul sucked buy exmo ring wraithes lol

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[jeffmccollum]

Thanks for bringing what the Savior is teaching so vividly grounded in today's realitiy. There's probably a bit more of Leman Copley in me than I want to recognize.

[ecw]

Maybe the Lord plucks us out of our "comfort zones" and leads us to the wildernesses in order that we may be in the "Comforter's zone".

[OURDAILYBREATH]

Really appreciate you both brothers for helping us to figure it out and help us to understand and absorb the principles in this lesson

[janetedwards]

I love what you said about how the Lord doesn’t need us to do anything for him. It’s all for us. That thought really resonates with me. Thank you

[marymabey]

What a delight you both are! I love how you teach together. I keep looking up these people and get so sad at all those that leave. God certainly does let us choose. I love the idea that it’s not so much about building cabins and stores. It’s His sons and daughters that he’s building! May all of us listening stay firmly planted❤️. Thank you both!

[taniadaumas]

I´ve been watching and studying these great lessons in these videos. I´ve also been sharing with my friends who can understand English in my ward. These lessons are very clear and I look forward to watching them each week. Thanks to our Heavenly Father for providing the means for you and I to have the technology for these lesson to be avaiable to us far away.

[yvonnemartin]

I have always enjoyed listening D &C. But now with the " come following me" is so very tasty 😋food which, rejoices my heart ❤& soul. I thank THE LORD, immensely, for his all plan for us, children of men.

[debraprobst]

Thank you for for all your teaching of the gospel. I love your teaching styles. Amen to both of you.

[christinemarcoe]

My study becomes so much richer and meaningful by your teachings and testimonies. Thank you for your talent, time and love .

[dollyhooks]

Thank you for these videos. They really help me to understand the scriptures better and I can really feel the spirit. I always look forward to these lessons.

[LynetteBRobinson]

Thank you both and all who work to bring this series to fruition! I never miss and share it on my Facebook page, The Doctrine and Covenants Read With Me where I compile all the resources I enjoy in my weekly study. You are always on my list. Bless you!

[richardlynngarst]

I listened again today to this lesson and the key point that hit me was the statement that “God doesn’t need us ….. He is giving us through our talents, our efforts….” to build our character and discipleship. This is so true and very timely for me. Often the spirit is overshadowed by the busyness and the unnecessary, and I lose sight of what Heavenly Father is trying to teach me, to help me understand and I needed this reminder so very much. Thank you!

[margaretparker]

Thank you again for a revalatory lesson. Your lessons always make me think about what the Lord expects of me and how He blesses me. Today i learned more about how the experiences i am having/have had are God's way to help me be a better disciple, thanks for all you do in giving of yourselves so much and thanks for your families for supporting you.

[helenwilloughby]

Good job guys
Love to see your enthusiasm as you dramatize these Indelible scriptural events. Treasures that become our friends

[tylerberry]

Thank you for being such very good teachers ! I look forward to this every time!! Thank you for being the good in this life!!! ♥️♥️👍👍

[jillianguilford]

I was inspired by this to ask many questions on how I can act as a steward of my belongings and Social Security income, what talents I possess and can build on to serve, what I can be trusted with at this time in my life.