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Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 124–128 – Mike Parker

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Establishment of Nauvoo; Baptism for the Dead & the Endowment

by Mike Parker

(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)

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Classic FAIR – Why Did Joseph Smith Practice Polygamy? – Brian Hales, 2010

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“Controversies in Joseph Smith’s Polygamy: New Evidences and New Observations Indicate Fawn Brodie Should Have Done More Research” by Brian C. Hales at the 2010 FAIR Conference

Why did Joseph Smith practice plural marriage? There are three different places we could go for answers. [Read more…] about Classic FAIR – Why Did Joseph Smith Practice Polygamy? – Brian Hales, 2010

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 124 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

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An Unchanging God, Individualized Grace

by Autumn Dickson

In August of 1840, Joseph Smith delivered a sermon that introduced the concept of baptisms for the dead. People rejoiced and began being baptized for their kindred dead shortly thereafter. The Mississippi River was often the choice of setting for these sacred ordinances.

In January of 1841, Joseph Smith received Doctrine and Covenants 124 along with this instruction. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 124 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 121–123 – Mike Parker

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The “Mormon War” of 1838; Joseph Smith’s letter from Liberty Jail

by Mike Parker

(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)

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Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 121–123 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

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Three Truths to Transform Your Prayers

by Autumn Dickson

Context.

Joseph stayed in a frigid prison with some of his companions for four months. It was one of the coldest winters on record in Missouri. They didn’t have sufficient clothing to keep them warm; the food was scarce and rotten. On at least four occasions, the food was poisoned. They couldn’t stand up straight because the prison was too short. There was no trial because of insufficient evidence, and witnesses were intimidated from testifying on behalf of Joseph and his companions. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 121–123 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 115–120 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

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Rejoicing During Failing

by Autumn Dickson

We are in an interesting section of church history here. This portion of history is often very difficult for some people because it calls Joseph’s prophetic calling into question…again. While the Saints were living in Kirtland, Ohio, Joseph encouraged the Saints to invest in the Kirtland Safety Society. The Kirtland Safety Society was meant to be a bank, but the state of Ohio rejected the Saints charter to form one. Instead, they utilized a loophole and made it a joint-stock company. You don’t really have to understand economics or legalities to understand that it failed. Many people lost a lot, and when we consider the fact that there are many people who don’t have a lot already, it can be easy to wonder how Joseph got it so wrong. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 115–120 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 111–114 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

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Mistakes Were Part of the Plan

by Autumn Dickson

The church is running into some issues. They have incurred heavy debts, and leaders are growing increasingly worried. There was a member, Brother Burgess, who spoke of a widow who had left behind a lot of money hiding in her cellar. Joseph Smith, Hyrum Smith, Sidney Rigdon, and Oliver Cowdery travelled to Salem, Massachusetts to attempt to find this treasure. It was never found. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 111–114 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 111–112, 114–115, 117–120 – Mike Parker

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End of the Kirtland period; revelations in Missouri, 1838

by Mike Parker

(Mike Parker is a long-time FAIR member who has graciously allowed us to use materials he originally prepared for the Hurricane Utah Adult Religion Class. The scripture passages covered in his lessons don’t conform exactly to the Come, Follow Me reading schedule, so they will be shared here where they fit best.)

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Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 111–114 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

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The Power of Conversion: Healing Through Christ

by Autumn Dickson

Thomas B. Marsh was frustrated with Joseph Smith for calling two of the apostles on missions without consulting him. He received a revelation that helped him repent and gave him spiritual counsel. Within the counsel he receives, there are two phrases that are found next to each other which take on profound meaning when you observe them together. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 111–114 – Part 1 – Autumn Dickson

Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 109-110 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson

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Building the Kingdom in Diapers and Day Jobs

by Autumn Dickson

The Saints have built the Kirtland temple. This week we read about the dedication event, including the revealed prayer from the Lord, and we read about the Lord restoring priesthood keys within the temple. Here is one of the verses from the prayer that was revealed to Joseph Smith. [Read more…] about Come, Follow Me with FAIR – Doctrine and Covenants 109-110 – Part 2 – Autumn Dickson