Hope in Christ: A Come, Follow Me Podcast
Created as a trustworthy supplement to your scripture study and the Come, Follow Me resource of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Each daily scripture highlight draws out relevant and relatable lessons connected with teachings from God’s latter-day prophets. Hi, I’m your host, Ben Peterson. I hold a Master’s Degree in Religious Education, spent time professionally teaching Seminary and Institute classes, and currently, work for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where I help certify the doctrinal accuracy of all Church materials (Correlation Evaluation). Regardless of those credentials, the ultimate authority on the gospel of Jesus Christ is the Holy Ghost. He is the ultimate teacher in this podcast and has enlightened the teachings of each episode. Considering the nature of my professional responsibilities at Church headquarters, it is naturally my desire and commitment to seek to align every teaching in this podcast with correct doctrine, however, this podcast is not an official publication of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and I am solely responsible for its content. - Ben Peterson, podcast host Standard required Church disclaimer and notice meant to protect the Church and its products: This podcast is neither made, provided, approved nor endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or opinions expressed, implied or included are solely those of Ben Peterson and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Come, Follow Me is a resource offered by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It is designed to be used in the home to support personal and family scripture study to build faith in Heavenly Father and His plan of salvation and in the Savior Jesus Christ and His Atonement. Come, Follow Me is self-contained and adequate, when used properly. Products and materials designed to supplement this resource, though they may be helpful in some instances, are not necessary for a successful home study program.
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2 days ago
2 days ago
Discover how Psalm 37 and its message of trusting in the Lord is directly connected to the lyrics of the 2022 youth theme song, "Trust in the Lord." Be reminded why we have no need to fear the wickedness of the world around us when we choose to put our trust in Almighty God. "Trust in the Lord": https://bit.ly/3P5JcUT Download the Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/3P6O384
3 days ago
3 days ago
This Come, Follow Me scripture highlight connects the words of Psalm 33 with the lyrics of the hymn "Rejoice, The Lord Is King!" Discover how the Lord truly is our King and what He promises to do for His faithful Saints both now, and when He comes again! "Rejoice, The Lord Is King!": https://bit.ly/3oZbHJd Download the Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/3P5RAne
4 days ago
4 days ago
Discover in this Come, Follow Me scripture highlight how the Psalms, particularly Psalm 30, can help us find joy in praising the Lord for all He is and for all He gives us day by day. And hear the music of a beautiful hymn with lyrics that matches that same message. "In Hymns of Praise" (Songs of Devotion): https://bit.ly/3Svyiup "In Hymns of Praise" (Tabernacle Choir): https://bit.ly/3QuvGeK Download the Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/3P6NZ8k
5 days ago
5 days ago
Living in the last days, it becomes apparent that the world is in need of light. Discover in this Come, Follow Me scripture highlight how the words and message of Psalm 37, linked with the Hymn "The Lord Is My Light" are the perfect message for a world often drowning in darkness and chaos. "The Lord Is My Light": https://bit.ly/3zDZBKy Download the Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/3zIeUlz
6 days ago
6 days ago
This episode marks the introduction to our study of the Old Testament book of Psalms. Learn what the Psalms are all about. Join us for this scripture highlight and several others over the next three weeks as we connect the words of the Psalms to sacred music and hymns from the latter days. Discover how Psalm 22 testifies of the Savior's atoning sacrifice on the cross at Calvary. And see its connection to the sacrament hymn, "Father in Heaven, We Do Believe,” (music used with permission). "Father in Heaven, We Do Believe": https://bit.ly/3JBwj3A Download the Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/3A6w3qt
Friday Aug 05, 2022
Friday Aug 05, 2022
When we experience trials or go through seasons of personal suffering, we may have occasion to ask questions like: "Why is this happening to me?" or "How and when is this going to end?" But our focus should be less on why, how, or when, and more on who. Jesus Christ is our Savior, our Redeemer, our Deliverer, and our Rescuer. During our suffering, He is our only hope for peace, joy, and for ultimate deliverance. In this Come, Follow Me scripture highlight, we take a look at how Christ and our relationship can mean everything to us even in times of discouragement and suffering. Download the Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/3BsHIkv
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Thursday Aug 04, 2022
Our personal trials and suffering can offer us one of the greatest gifts of mortality--that is the opportunity to come to know Jesus Christ in a very intimate and personal way. This Come, Follow Me scripture highlight is focused on helping us to know how we can allow our trials and suffering to help us know and feel a personal closeness with the Savior that can perhaps be obtained in no other way. Download the Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/3zi5FrY
Wednesday Aug 03, 2022
Wednesday Aug 03, 2022
The struggles and unfair suffering we experience in this life are real and those experiences can cut so very deep. Join us in this Come, Follow Me scripture highlight to discover how to find feelings of comfort and even joy in the midst of the depths of your own suffering. Find out how to live joyfully regardless of the personal pain you might be experiencing. Download the Episode Transcript: https://bit.ly/3beum0j