I like it that the rebuked man looks at Jacob and Jacob looks back without any condemnation. Too often, those with righteous intentions miss the mark by failing to show love along with the correction they give. Jacob speaks very clearly and directly here about right and wrong, but he also speaks with love. We need more of that combination.
Jay Britton Fisher I’ve been fortunate to see many kind eyes behind our leaders and their rebukes. I’ve seen far many more angry faces on the other end of those kind eyed rebukes though. It’s all how one looks at it I guess.
Imagine how a helpless baby would feel if a parent harshly rebuked the baby because of the poopie diaper. I bet that baby would be better off with a smile and loving faith and encouragement.
Jacob, my son, wants me to add my own comment, too. Here goes: Growing up outside the Church of Jesus Christ, I found that so-called God-fearing men treated their wives with harshness, even justifying their actions with misunderstood and out-of-context scriptures. In the words of the Savior through one of His prophets, "So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself" (Ephesians 5:28). Pornography is a lie. Satan wants us to believe that self-gratification leads to happiness. True joy comes in loving, not lusting. Repentance opens our hearts to true joy. Staying true to our wives and children leads to the greatest and most lasting happiness of all.
@@chriskokesh6637 They want everyone to live a chaste life because God knows it brings us the greatest eternal happiness, and the want us to be motivated by a personal relationship with God so that we know it's truly His will.
@@chriskokesh6637 God is the one who draws the lines because He knows what will bring us the greatest eternal peace and happiness. I'm under obligation to obey the law of chastity, too. Like literally everyone else in the world, I experience desires to do things that are not good. There are many things I could do that I don't because I know God is wise and loving and that in His wisdom He doesn't want me to do those things. That being said, I recognize that the challenges I face are different from the challenges of someone who is attracted to other people of the same sex. You could say it's unfair, and it is. Life wasn't intended to be fair in every respect. Each of us faces trials that many other people don't experience, and sometimes they're severe. I remember an old friend that my wife knew and was at one time employed to assist in daily life; this man suffers from a condition that causes his bones to ossify over time, particularly when he is bruised. Even at a relatively early age he had lost most mobility in his spine, limbs, and digits; he was usually in a reclined wheelchair. This man is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and he believes in pursuing eternal marriage through God's covenants. However, even though he wants love and close companionship and marriage, along with all of the experiences that come along with it, he will almost assuredly not have those blessings in this life, for the simple difficulty of finding someone who would choose him as their husband. He is incapable of providing a living for a family, doubtless incapable of doing the man's part in creating children, and also somewhat physically unattractive because of his condition. He can't provide the experiences for a wife that other men can. So for as much as he would love the companionship of a wife, he has to expect that he will not find a woman to marry during his mortal life. It's not a matter of choice for him. And yet there are other matters of choice for him. Within his abilities he still makes choices to follow God's will. Is God cruel to have allowed someone to be born with that kind of condition? Is God cruel to have allowed people to be born in North Korea where they live without the liberty we enjoy in the United States and other parts of the world? Is God cruel to have allowed people to be born in remote African villages during many centuries in which Christianity was barely known across the entire continent? Given God's perspective, we could easily say that no, He is not cruel for allowing these things in His Plan of Happiness. Without God's perspective, that may be harder to see for some people. Even without His infinite perspective, though, we can receive answers from Him. What do I expect for someone who is truly faithful and making earnest efforts to do God's will but finds that they face a challenge? I expect that we will ask Him, and that He will answer them by letting them know that they should indeed follow the counsel of His prophets. I expect that we will sometimes tell Him, "But Father, this is so very, very hard." And in turn He will tell us, "I know. But I am with you." And for the truly faithful, we will receive enough from Him to carry and and still find great joy in life even if we have to wait for some blessings. This doesn't apply to just things like homosexuality, though of course some struggles are certainly more difficult than others. Of course, whether the concern is related to chastity or anything else, I also expect some people to choose differently than following God's will. What are the consequences of that? Of course, they're specific to whatever the commandment is that we choose to ignore, but generally we will simply be deprived of something good that God desires of us. This happens often, inspiring such words of lament from the Lord as, "how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!" (Mathew 23:37) We are free to find those consequences for ourselves. But in all cases it is better for us to seek God's will and then follow it.
I could really feel the Spirit as the man who played Jacob talked. What a great experience it must have been for everyone in this to recreate a simple yes beautiful event from The Book of Mormon. Love it.
@@davidhogg8721 I love the Book of Mormon. No doubt not as much as I should! It has changed my life for the better when I regularly study from it. I find your comment about Bessemer interesting but not compelling in the sense of disproving the Book of Mormon. But let's say such facts are important. What of the making of steel in 400 BC, in India? Is that fact obliterated by Bessemer's process 22 centuries later? Of course not. Do you or I know everything that happened in the Americas in 580 BC? Of course not. In order for us to accept your argument we have to take it on faith, just as you have in raising it. If we're going on faith, and that's largely what life is about, I will choose the peace and strength I receive from the Book of Mormon.
@@spellbindery1 I appreciate your thoughts. I should also let you know that I've conversed with David Hogg before, and he has demonstrated a habit of being argumentative while not listening to what we explain to him. Too much effort spent on him will doubtless not be worthwhile.
@Mike Lord Kelvin was "into psuedo-science" until those areas became understood. He was also wrong on some counts as ALL men are wont to be. Can you focus on Any positives? Study Your interests, and as science is Supposed to work, do your due diligence (ridicule is NOT peer review, nor is it due diligence). Yes, that closing thought of yours WAS a snipe, and interpreted by any reasonably aware person as ridicule. The great and spacious building is already fully populated, and being prepared to fall, hopefully you will choose to vacate before that certain end.
"Before disaster falls on us." This is why I don't like Christianity. It instills fear as a motivator ("better become 'worthy' before Jesus comes again and burns us all up" or giving time frames to "get in line" before this type of god will intentionally cause suffering and pain through increased natural disasters, wars, pestilence, or whatever else.) There's got to be a better view of god than this to worship.
I felt opposite. Always felt the love behind the words, even with the levity of the message. God spoke, His commands are clear, and the consequences clearer. Many think angry God, but many many others see a direct, clear, 100% consistent God. The righteous path has always been, is, and always will be narrow one.
This is heart wrenching because it is so pertinent today. We all, every one of us, have need to humble ourselves and repent before God. This is one of the great messages of The Book of Mormon. It is not a message of anger and despair. It a message of love and hope.
Those words of Jacob , spoken thousands of years ago , are still as actual now as they where then , maybe even more so now , in this wicked world we live in , i am glad i have the book of Mormon in my life , it helps me to stay on the right path ( together with the Bible and other standard works and the words of our current prophet and apostles ) !!!
This was one of the most powerful videos so far. My heart was truly moved, because of the families I've seen suffer today from these harsh things. I'm so grateful for these wonderful reminders that the Lord has provided for us through His prophets and the scriptures.
The witness of the Holy Ghost/ Holy Spirit was strong as we made this video. It was in the 30-40 degrees in the morning and 85-90 degrees in the afternoon while filming. It was a great blessing to be a part of the background actors. Jacob and other actors were remarkable! It strengthened my testimony that the Book of Mormon is true. I’ve had my testimony for 44 years. Since age 15. It is the solid foundation that I fell back upon when life gets difficult.
That's awesome! Thanks for helping make this scene really come alive! I agree fully! The Spirit was particularly strong in this video today! God wants us to heed this message! :) In the name of Jesus Christ, amen!
Thank you for contributing in this episode! I too felt the spirit particularly strong in this one! God lives! He loves us! He knows us! And has provided a way for us to repent and obtain mercy through the atonement of his son Jesus Christ! All of this is true, always and forever in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen!
@@bryd16 I've tried to live them for decades and whenever I succeed there is always peace and strength. Of course I usually fall short but when I course-correct it's back to goodness.
I really enjoyed how this video made the Book of Mormon alive in a way that does'nt usually happen with my personal story. Seeing that man come to a knowledge of his wrongs and feel sorrow for them was really powerful.
This video has touched me most of all. It is a perfect reminder to me of how blessed I am and how quickly that turns around when I make wrong choices. Thank you very much for this.
Please see, if interested, my posts about lust the opposite of charity and the unity of the 7 spirits of God in our lives (through love of the Holy Spirit).
I too felt the spirit of these teachings. We all fall short, we see ourselves in this, which is what’s meant to happen as we read the Book of Mormon and compare it to ourselves. Truly a great gift in technology to see this in action as opposed to reading it. More truths are revealed. Love it. Great work on the lords behalf.
Dr. T the gospel taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and expressed in the Book of Mormon is the same Gospel that was taught by Christ Himself and by his Apostles in the holy land. None of it contradicts or conflicts with the Bible.
I would love it if you took the time to see how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is Christ’s church once again restored. Please check out how it fits everything Christ taught and includes His authority, something that no other church can honestly claim. See www.comeuntochrist.org/light-the-world
Thank you for another great video. The spirit is very strong when I watch these and I'm so grateful for all the work each of you have put into them. Surely this is something that is needed in the time that we live with so many that love the ability to watch a video as well as read the scriptures. I personally love, being able to see with my eyes the things I have read so many times in the past. Seeing these things. brought to life, strengthens my testimony and my faith in Christ.
What a beautiful, tender, lesson for us. Let us remember to read the words of Jacob. And remember to love, help and support those who struggle with these things especially chastity. As taboo as it is they need us to be loving and to understand their infinite worth as a child of God.
My heart goes out to Jacob and the things he went through; his older brothers were especially harsh on him. All he knew was “life on the road” and saw the effects of how very difficult family contentions affected his parents. But as difficult as it was, he became a better man because of it and his words convey authority from the Lord. It’s not included in this video (maybe another one?) but my favorite phrase from him is his unique perspective, “Our lives passed away like as it were unto us a dream, we being a lonesome and a solemn people, wanderers, cast out from Jerusalem, born in tribulation, in a wilderness, and hated of our brethren, which caused wars and contentions; wherefore, we did mourn out our days." Haunting and beautiful all at the same time.
The man that doesn't allow the crippled man to sit next to him reminds me of the many who go to church and shun many who go to the same church as they are going to every Sunday. One must have a strong conviction to still believe in the Gospel of Jesus Christ when there are so many of his followers doing similar acts! But as I see it happen to me and my family we know that there is a true meaning of why we follow not the ones who can't accept others.
Much of what he said is of man today. May these words peirce into the hearts of these people and may the light and wisdom of God be excepted. I love the book of mormons. ❤👍😇
I love these videos. It reminds me of the thoughts I had during familyhomevening. The words have never failed to awaken me from sin. I must Seek the Kingdom of God before the wordly treasures.
While serving a mission in New Jersey, DJ Borst and his companion were discussing chastity with a young couple, when the room became a little quiet and awkward. It turns out that the couple was not married. Repeat visits to the apartment were met with a closed door. The missionaries knew someone was home, but no answer. A couple of weeks later, DJ and his companion were walking down the street, when they heard someone yelling, and they turned to see a woman running towards them, waving both arms. The young woman caught up with them, and between breaths, asked, "Where have you guys been?! ... I've been looking all over for you... I gave up my boyfriend to join your church."
Awesome! I served my mission in New Jersey. I loved it there and saw many mighty miracles while I was there. Miracles such as this one. Thank you for sharing.
That's Dantastic that’s great. Check out two more of Elder Borsts stories and testimony on the lehis vision of tree of life video. Starts “ I had a friend who served a mission in New Jersey
Please see my two posts about lust the opposite of chastity and the unity we can have through love of the Holy Spirit that unifies the other six spirits of God.
While serving a mission in Japan, we taught a couple that wasn't married, but that had a 3 year old child. They had not been married because the father of the daughter refused to approve the marriage. They came to church fairly regularly. Sadly, some of the members judged them, and they felt awkward returning. Pretty sure Jacob would have greeted them kindly had he been there. They were planning, eventually, of getting married, and said they would like to one day become members. I was transferred out of the area and returned home before that happened, but I always felt stung by how some of the members treated our investigators. “We claim the privilege of worshiping Almighty God according to the dictates of our own conscience, and allow all men the same privilege, let them worship how, where, or what they may.” As members, we need to show more love and respect for people who do not have the same beliefs and morals that we do. Many, many people are doing the best they can with the knowledge they have been given.
Wow, I have a distinct feeling that all who take part in the creation of these stories feel a oneness and profound collaboration - They are one, and their vehicle glides along with power and grace. Oh that I could work in an organization without back-biting!! The meek SHALL inherit the earth.
This video portrayed something I hadn't considered in Jacob's words before: the woman covering her shoulder seemed to suggest that she may have been complicit in the men's desires to have many wives and concubines, as David and Solomon did. It was comparable and contrast-able to the man that hid his fancy bracelets, a display of material wealth.
I'm sorry to leave this comment here, but I don't know where else to do it. I think it would be SO helpful to people that want to watch the Book of Mormon Videos - to have a small NUMBER on each one so watchers would know that they are watching in chronological order (if that's what they want to do). I started watching a few months ago and after a while I was lost in trying to find what I'd missed. I do know the order of the books, which helps me, but I know a lot of people that may take a look at these beautiful videos, may not know what order to look for. Could this be done - even going back to put some more organization into the process of watching the videos in order? Thanks for these insightful and spiritual teachings from the Book of Mormon. I have loved seeing the four original brothers showing love and playing like brothers usually do. It opened my eyes to the reality of these stories. Thank you.
After checking the Channel listings, I find no parent playlist of all videos, though the option exists in all RUclips channels to order by date added. You Could make your own playlist, adding the videos in proper order, then sharing it, so others can benefit from your diligence.
Thanks for the comment. RUclips sequencing has some quirks. But there is an episodes playlist containing the episodes in order. Each episode also has a Playlist beginning with the episode itself followed by the shorter segments, if any, pertaining to that episode, also in order. There will soon be a Playlist of all episode playlists in order, which may also help those less familiar with the scripture references. One reason we haven't relied on numbering is that some things will be published out of sequence. For example, in 2021 we plan to publish an episode depicting parts of Nephi's vision (1 Nephi 10-15). Its not finished because it will contain scenes that haven't been filmed yet. This will end up being the 5th episode of the whole series, and it could be confusing at this stage if we skipped from 4 to 6 (if numbering based on final sequence, which isnt actually set in stone yet), or later if we came back later and changed numbering. We also plan to publish other content out of chronological order, based on when filmed or when ready for publication. Hope that explains a little why the videos aren't simply numbered. 😊
It is confusing. It takes me a minute or two to find just the full videos and not the segments. It's largely a shortcoming of RUclips that a numbering convention should be considered. Not a bad idea at all.
What a great video and amazing truth(s) being taught. I am so grateful the Lord made sure to add this to the Book of Mormon. Marriage is meant to be between one man and one woman. There is no other way to find union. God is good
Wow, the handicapped man seemed like an outsider, but Jacob instantly invited him in a way that showed he truly is a literal brother to everyone there. Powerful. We should never alienate our brothers and sisters who suffer from hidden handicaps, including addictions, and even pride. Makes me cry to think that those who need our love and acceptance the most are sometimes shoved further into the cold.
Prophets of ancient times and prophets past and present have and will always speak words of wisdom that are truthful and out spoken and sometimes bold, yet they do so with sincerity and with a contrite spirit...the words they speak and express are full of meaning and with a purpose, teaching the people to awake from their slumber's of death that awaits them if they do not repent of their wicked and abominable ways...comitting adultery against their wives and those who they deem to be less unfavorable in their eyes because of their differences in appearance and stature...Jacob was one of those great prophets who taught with compassion...he loved his people so much that he only wanted what was best for them, their souls were especially important and i felt that his words to consolidate and strengthen his people was a genniune concern for them, knowing what he saw and witnessed amongst them...A great prophet.
Wow. That was a really good video. Just what I needed; I could really feel the presence of the Spirit. I guess I need to read The Book of Mormon again. 😊❤
This is very well done! It seems the world is rampant with this very thing right now. There is MUCH pride and immorality throughout the world. I am so thankful for prophets who give us counsel and admonitions to follow. #FaithToAct . #ComeUntoChrist
The adversary is a liar, liar pants on fire! He's getting pretty desperate in his old age! I don't understand why there are so many that can't see him for what he is/ that are so deceived!
Jacob 1, 2 and 3 go hand in hand with D&C 42: 22-26 and D&C 49: 15-17 which teach one man having only one wife. The whole notion of having more than one wife has never been a commandment from God from "before the world was made" D&C 49: 16-17. So where did the notion of having more than one wife come from? It came from the "carnal nature of man." “Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed. Then when lust hath conceived, [as in the case of polygamy] it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death. Do not err, my beloved brethren. (New Testament | James 1:13 - 16)
I have a question directed at all Christians but especially toward the LDS; why do prophets have the luxury of witnessing the miraculous and supernatural, and everyone else must believe their declarations based on faith? In other words why did Moroni talk to Joseph Smith but not to me and yet I ought to believe his messengers saying it happened?
William S. Great question. I don’t know the answer, but I do think that God knows who’s in the right place and has the right talents to be His spokesperson at a given time. But the best part is that you *don’t* just have to believe them. You can choose to find out the truth for yourself. You can get your own revelation on the matter. The prophets plead with us to believe and keep the commandments because of what they know, but no reasonable person, including God himself, expects you to do it blindly. You can pray about it, you can experiment with it and see if repentance and worship don’t make your life better, and you can get your own undeniable confirmation of the truth of it all directly from God. I mean, that’s why I’m here as a believer. I have my answer. I know it’s real, but my answer isn’t necessarily going to be the answer you need. You need your own. If you want it, you’ll get it.
@@jordanwutkee2548 Ah... Holy Ghost, feelings of peace, personal revelation, faith etc. My personal spiritual experience tells me I'm better off not to return to church pews.
William S. - As I said, my answer isn’t your answer. But the way to get the answer is spelled out in the scriptures. Once you have the instructions, the choice is yours.
I want others to watch this video because this is what happening right now in our world. Many people forget the Lord because of the wickedness that they have done and for the riches that they have gotten.I see also in our day, that the chastity is increasing.
The attitude of the adulterer that he block the space that the cripple man suppose to sit is one of an example that we don't like someone to sit besides our friend. and we reserved the place for them.
Wait… Why wouldn’t they do jacob five? They could do it next week. I hope they do do it. I like that story. Even though some of it does go over my head, too.
@@brigittedassler1879 Some of the more doctrinal heavy chapters, like Isaiah in 2 Nephi is difficult to adapt to film, both in story and cost. I can confirm that according to their release schedule, Jacob 5 is absent from the videos.
awesome astronaut Aww... I thought they could do something like that seminary video that was mentioned above… But, oh well. Where can I find the release date schedule?
@@brigittedassler1879 It was in the church news. There was also a thing in the New Era saying that Mosiah-Alma would be 2020, and Helaman- 3 Nephi in 2021.
Chastity is never having to say sorry. Chastity is having almost zero lust. What is lust? 1Thess. 4:1-8 if properly understood explains what lust is. I will describe a recent experience I had: I wanted to buy some grapes and needed a plastic bag. The bags formed a huge cylinder some six inches wide, they were sitting vertically on a rod near the grapes. I acted lustfully. I grabbed the 2 inches of bag I could see and pulled hard until the bag broke in my hand. Then too late (never having to say sorry) I realized the correct method is to turn the cylinder until the perforations of the first bag are exposed and then the bag tears off easily. The moral is that lust causes damage (and hence pain if another person is involved) and prevents us from perceiving the truth (in this case the correct method). Lust is only addictive if we enjoy it. Lust is unnaturally high desire or emotion. What then is defrauding the wife? Or what is a spiritual meaning of defraud?
I like it that the rebuked man looks at Jacob and Jacob looks back without any condemnation. Too often, those with righteous intentions miss the mark by failing to show love along with the correction they give. Jacob speaks very clearly and directly here about right and wrong, but he also speaks with love. We need more of that combination.
Jay Britton Fisher I’ve been fortunate to see many kind eyes behind our leaders and their rebukes. I’ve seen far many more angry faces on the other end of those kind eyed rebukes though. It’s all how one looks at it I guess.
Imagine how a helpless baby would feel if a parent harshly rebuked the baby because of the poopie diaper. I bet that baby would be better off with a smile and loving faith and encouragement.
See my posts about chastity and the oneness of having the 7 spirits of God in your life and making use of them.
My 10-year-old son, Jacob, just watched this with me. This is his comment, "Women are special, and we need to treat them that way."
Jacob, my son, wants me to add my own comment, too. Here goes: Growing up outside the Church of Jesus Christ, I found that so-called God-fearing men treated their wives with harshness, even justifying their actions with misunderstood and out-of-context scriptures. In the words of the Savior through one of His prophets, "So ought men to love their wives as their own bodies. He that loveth his wife loveth himself" (Ephesians 5:28). Pornography is a lie. Satan wants us to believe that self-gratification leads to happiness. True joy comes in loving, not lusting. Repentance opens our hearts to true joy. Staying true to our wives and children leads to the greatest and most lasting happiness of all.
@@stephentickal2757 Amen and Amen.
Wonderful! Just wonderful! He sounds like he's in good hands. ;)
Very true
@@stephentickal2757 ten years old?
The prophets teach us because they care, because they have the love of Christ.
@@chriskokesh6637 They want everyone to live a chaste life because God knows it brings us the greatest eternal happiness, and the want us to be motivated by a personal relationship with God so that we know it's truly His will.
@@chriskokesh6637 God is the one who draws the lines because He knows what will bring us the greatest eternal peace and happiness. I'm under obligation to obey the law of chastity, too. Like literally everyone else in the world, I experience desires to do things that are not good. There are many things I could do that I don't because I know God is wise and loving and that in His wisdom He doesn't want me to do those things. That being said, I recognize that the challenges I face are different from the challenges of someone who is attracted to other people of the same sex. You could say it's unfair, and it is. Life wasn't intended to be fair in every respect. Each of us faces trials that many other people don't experience, and sometimes they're severe.
I remember an old friend that my wife knew and was at one time employed to assist in daily life; this man suffers from a condition that causes his bones to ossify over time, particularly when he is bruised. Even at a relatively early age he had lost most mobility in his spine, limbs, and digits; he was usually in a reclined wheelchair. This man is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and he believes in pursuing eternal marriage through God's covenants. However, even though he wants love and close companionship and marriage, along with all of the experiences that come along with it, he will almost assuredly not have those blessings in this life, for the simple difficulty of finding someone who would choose him as their husband. He is incapable of providing a living for a family, doubtless incapable of doing the man's part in creating children, and also somewhat physically unattractive because of his condition. He can't provide the experiences for a wife that other men can. So for as much as he would love the companionship of a wife, he has to expect that he will not find a woman to marry during his mortal life. It's not a matter of choice for him. And yet there are other matters of choice for him. Within his abilities he still makes choices to follow God's will.
Is God cruel to have allowed someone to be born with that kind of condition? Is God cruel to have allowed people to be born in North Korea where they live without the liberty we enjoy in the United States and other parts of the world? Is God cruel to have allowed people to be born in remote African villages during many centuries in which Christianity was barely known across the entire continent? Given God's perspective, we could easily say that no, He is not cruel for allowing these things in His Plan of Happiness. Without God's perspective, that may be harder to see for some people.
Even without His infinite perspective, though, we can receive answers from Him. What do I expect for someone who is truly faithful and making earnest efforts to do God's will but finds that they face a challenge? I expect that we will ask Him, and that He will answer them by letting them know that they should indeed follow the counsel of His prophets. I expect that we will sometimes tell Him, "But Father, this is so very, very hard." And in turn He will tell us, "I know. But I am with you." And for the truly faithful, we will receive enough from Him to carry and and still find great joy in life even if we have to wait for some blessings. This doesn't apply to just things like homosexuality, though of course some struggles are certainly more difficult than others.
Of course, whether the concern is related to chastity or anything else, I also expect some people to choose differently than following God's will. What are the consequences of that? Of course, they're specific to whatever the commandment is that we choose to ignore, but generally we will simply be deprived of something good that God desires of us. This happens often, inspiring such words of lament from the Lord as, "how often would I have gathered thy children together, even as a hen gathereth her chickens under her wings, and ye would not!" (Mathew 23:37) We are free to find those consequences for ourselves. But in all cases it is better for us to seek God's will and then follow it.
I could really feel the Spirit as the man who played Jacob talked. What a great experience it must have been for everyone in this to recreate a simple yes beautiful event from The Book of Mormon. Love it.
Me too.
@@davidhogg8721 I love the Book of Mormon. No doubt not as much as I should! It has changed my life for the better when I regularly study from it.
I find your comment about Bessemer interesting but not compelling in the sense of disproving the Book of Mormon.
But let's say such facts are important. What of the making of steel in 400 BC, in India? Is that fact obliterated by Bessemer's process 22 centuries later? Of course not.
Do you or I know everything that happened in the Americas in 580 BC? Of course not.
In order for us to accept your argument we have to take it on faith, just as you have in raising it.
If we're going on faith, and that's largely what life is about, I will choose the peace and strength I receive from the Book of Mormon.
@@spellbindery1 I appreciate your thoughts. I should also let you know that I've conversed with David Hogg before, and he has demonstrated a habit of being argumentative while not listening to what we explain to him. Too much effort spent on him will doubtless not be worthwhile.
@@00Fisher00 thank you. Maybe it will be food for thought for others.
This made me cry because it is true for our time as well as then. We need to heed this warning before disaster falls on us.
@Mike Lord Kelvin was "into psuedo-science" until those areas became understood. He was also wrong on some counts as ALL men are wont to be. Can you focus on Any positives? Study Your interests, and as science is Supposed to work, do your due diligence (ridicule is NOT peer review, nor is it due diligence). Yes, that closing thought of yours WAS a snipe, and interpreted by any reasonably aware person as ridicule. The great and spacious building is already fully populated, and being prepared to fall, hopefully you will choose to vacate before that certain end.
@Mike My denier is between me and my textile maker, speaking of "off-topic". Show me the flooded islands that were due to happen 20 years ago.
@Mike Once again, off -topic- additionally, irrelevant, and Extremely speculative
@Mike Oh, and climate change doesn't even amount to THREE French denier, in value, heat dissipation, nor in thickness
"Before disaster falls on us." This is why I don't like Christianity. It instills fear as a motivator ("better become 'worthy' before Jesus comes again and burns us all up" or giving time frames to "get in line" before this type of god will intentionally cause suffering and pain through increased natural disasters, wars, pestilence, or whatever else.) There's got to be a better view of god than this to worship.
These chapters always seemed angry to me, but put in context I can feel God and Jacob’s great love for these people - thank you!
Our God is an angry God. He really demonstrates His fierce anger as you read Exodus and Numbers, in the O.T.
@@christygruber2283 and to those who see the "gift" but never use it. Hence those who see and know that Christ atoned for us but not call on him.
I felt opposite. Always felt the love behind the words, even with the levity of the message. God spoke, His commands are clear, and the consequences clearer. Many think angry God, but many many others see a direct, clear, 100% consistent God. The righteous path has always been, is, and always will be narrow one.
@@christygruber2283 Which is everyone. Including you, your parents, your bishop, and your prophet.
Jacob saw the Wickedness of his People and it Brought Pain to his Soul, that is a Man of God.
This is heart wrenching because it is so pertinent today. We all, every one of us, have need to humble ourselves and repent before God. This is one of the great messages of The Book of Mormon. It is not a message of anger and despair. It a message of love and hope.
I love the message and the way it is delivered, see my two posts, one about the unity we have in Christ through the seven spirits of God.
Those words of Jacob , spoken thousands of years ago , are still as actual now as they where then , maybe even more so now , in this wicked world we live in , i am glad i have the book of Mormon in my life , it helps me to stay on the right path ( together with the Bible and other standard works and the words of our current prophet and apostles ) !!!
This was one of the most powerful videos so far. My heart was truly moved, because of the families I've seen suffer today from these harsh things. I'm so grateful for these wonderful reminders that the Lord has provided for us through His prophets and the scriptures.
Please see my additions to this topic about the unity of the 7 spirits of God and the lust the opposite of chastity.
The witness of the Holy Ghost/ Holy Spirit was strong as we made this video. It was in the 30-40 degrees in the morning and 85-90 degrees in the afternoon while filming. It was a great blessing to be a part of the background actors. Jacob and other actors were remarkable! It strengthened my testimony that the Book of Mormon is true. I’ve had my testimony for 44 years. Since age 15. It is the solid foundation that I fell back upon when life gets difficult.
That's awesome! Thanks for helping make this scene really come alive! I agree fully! The Spirit was particularly strong in this video today! God wants us to heed this message! :) In the name of Jesus Christ, amen!
Thank you for contributing in this episode! I too felt the spirit particularly strong in this one! God lives! He loves us! He knows us! And has provided a way for us to repent and obtain mercy through the atonement of his son Jesus Christ! All of this is true, always and forever in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen!
Thank you so much for your part in making these scriptures come to life. What an amazing job on these videos, thank you!
The message that we can change and there is hope through Christ is powerful in his sermon.
Thank you! I have always loved fridays, but now I REALLY love Fridays!! Great work!
T.g.i f.!!
What a beautiful episode. The Lord truly works one by one.
@@chriskokesh6637 This is truly a blessing. ❤
That message is truly needed for our time
The Book of Mormon's teachings are true.
Holly odii no
@@bryd16 I've tried to live them for decades and whenever I succeed there is always peace and strength. Of course I usually fall short but when I course-correct it's back to goodness.
The world as a whole needs to hear this now more than ever... wonderful video and message....👍
This message hit me hard. I won’t go into details but I felt like he was speaking to me alone.😢❤
I really enjoyed how this video made the Book of Mormon alive in a way that does'nt usually happen with my personal story. Seeing that man come to a knowledge of his wrongs and feel sorrow for them was really powerful.
Beautiful, timeless truths!
This video has touched me most of all. It is a perfect reminder to me of how blessed I am and how quickly that turns around when I make wrong choices. Thank you very much for this.
Please see, if interested, my posts about lust the opposite of charity and the unity of the 7 spirits of God in our lives (through love of the Holy Spirit).
I too felt the spirit of these teachings. We all fall short, we see ourselves in this, which is what’s meant to happen as we read the Book of Mormon and compare it to ourselves. Truly a great gift in technology to see this in action as opposed to reading it. More truths are revealed. Love it. Great work on the lords behalf.
It broke my heart that the person acting as Jacob started crying while prophetizing.....
Oh! This is my favorite one so far! I've never truly appreciated Jacob until now 😔 Thank you.
I loved this episode - I felt the Spirit through out... The Book of Mormon is the true word of God.
Dr. T the gospel taught by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and expressed in the Book of Mormon is the same Gospel that was taught by Christ Himself and by his Apostles in the holy land. None of it contradicts or conflicts with the Bible.
I would love it if you took the time to see how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is Christ’s church once again restored. Please check out how it fits everything Christ taught and includes His authority, something that no other church can honestly claim. See www.comeuntochrist.org/light-the-world
The visual presentation of this sermon, is so great, it is almost overpowering. 🇦🇺👍
For the Lord hath redeemed his servant Jacob amen! Thank you for the Lord. God bless you and your family's, in Jesus name amen.
Thank you for another great video. The spirit is very strong when I watch these and I'm so grateful for all the work each of you have put into them. Surely this is something that is needed in the time that we live with so many that love the ability to watch a video as well as read the scriptures. I personally love, being able to see with my eyes the things I have read so many times in the past. Seeing these things. brought to life, strengthens my testimony and my faith in Christ.
the birch bark tablets is a really interesting touch. the research is apparent.
My favorite part was where the sinning man turned an Jacob smiled at him. As if to say I still love you even though you transgressed.
And that there is still hope.
Try our best and never give up!
9:57 "go and sin no more" comes to mind.
What a beautiful, tender, lesson for us. Let us remember to read the words of Jacob. And remember to love, help and support those who struggle with these things especially chastity. As taboo as it is they need us to be loving and to understand their infinite worth as a child of God.
My heart goes out to Jacob and the things he went through; his older brothers were especially harsh on him. All he knew was “life on the road” and saw the effects of how very difficult family contentions affected his parents. But as difficult as it was, he became a better man because of it and his words convey authority from the Lord. It’s not included in this video (maybe another one?) but my favorite phrase from him is his unique perspective, “Our lives passed away like as it were unto us a dream, we being a lonesome and a solemn people, wanderers, cast out from Jerusalem, born in tribulation, in a wilderness, and hated of our brethren, which caused wars and contentions; wherefore, we did mourn out our days."
Haunting and beautiful all at the same time.
I love how the directors and the people who made this scene were so good in delivering the message of Jacob!
phenomenal interpretation of these events
The man that doesn't allow the crippled man to sit next to him reminds me of the many who go to church and shun many who go to the same church as they are going to every Sunday. One must have a strong conviction to still believe in the Gospel of Jesus Christ when there are so many of his followers doing similar acts! But as I see it happen to me and my family we know that there is a true meaning of why we follow not the ones who can't accept others.
Will Wheaton, honor your wife and family, be kind unto thy brethren, even those who have nothing to offer unto you
hahahaha way to turn my tears into laughter
@@christygruber2283 the guy in the video that is committing adultery looks like him.
@@shivatecs I think the guy IS HIM.
Much of what he said is of man today. May these words peirce into the hearts of these people and may the light and wisdom of God be excepted. I love the book of mormons. ❤👍😇
I love these videos. It reminds me of the thoughts I had during familyhomevening. The words have never failed to awaken me from sin. I must Seek the Kingdom of God before the wordly treasures.
While serving a mission in New Jersey, DJ Borst and his companion were discussing chastity with a young couple, when the room became a little quiet and awkward. It turns out that the couple was not married. Repeat visits to the apartment were met with a closed door. The missionaries knew someone was home, but no answer.
A couple of weeks later, DJ and his companion were walking down the street, when they heard someone yelling, and they turned to see a woman running towards them, waving both arms. The young woman caught up with them, and between breaths, asked, "Where have you guys been?! ... I've been looking all over for you... I gave up my boyfriend to join your church."
Awesome! I served my mission in New Jersey. I loved it there and saw many mighty miracles while I was there. Miracles such as this one. Thank you for sharing.
That's Dantastic that’s great. Check out two more of Elder Borsts stories and testimony on the lehis vision of tree of life video. Starts “ I had a friend who served a mission in New Jersey
Please see my two posts about lust the opposite of chastity and the unity we can have through love of the Holy Spirit that unifies the other six spirits of God.
While serving a mission in Japan, we taught a couple that wasn't married, but that had a 3 year old child. They had not been married because the father of the daughter refused to approve the marriage. They came to church fairly regularly. Sadly, some of the members judged them, and they felt awkward returning. Pretty sure Jacob would have greeted them kindly had he been there.
They were planning, eventually, of getting married, and said they would like to one day become members. I was transferred out of the area and returned home before that happened, but I always felt stung by how some of the members treated our investigators.
“We claim the privilege of worshiping Almighty God according to the dictates of our own conscience, and allow all men the same privilege, let them worship how, where, or what they may.”
As members, we need to show more love and respect for people who do not have the same beliefs and morals that we do. Many, many people are doing the best they can with the knowledge they have been given.
@@kirkdillabaugh8739 Let us be peacemakers.
This is a great video on Jacob's teachings, the actor and scenes really bring life to his words.
derek johnson I cant believe you think this happened.
Powerful message.
Wow, I have a distinct feeling that all who take part in the creation of these stories feel a oneness and profound collaboration - They are one, and their vehicle glides along with power and grace. Oh that I could work in an organization
without back-biting!! The meek SHALL inherit the earth.
This video portrayed something I hadn't considered in Jacob's words before: the woman covering her shoulder seemed to suggest that she may have been complicit in the men's desires to have many wives and concubines, as David and Solomon did. It was comparable and contrast-able to the man that hid his fancy bracelets, a display of material wealth.
I'm sorry to leave this comment here, but I don't know where else to do it. I think it would be SO helpful to people that want to watch the Book of Mormon Videos - to have a small NUMBER on each one so watchers would know that they are watching in chronological order (if that's what they want to do). I started watching a few months ago and after a while I was lost in trying to find what I'd missed. I do know the order of the books, which helps me, but I know a lot of people that may take a look at these beautiful videos, may not know what order to look for. Could this be done - even going back to put some more organization into the process of watching the videos in order? Thanks for these insightful and spiritual teachings from the Book of Mormon. I have loved seeing the four original brothers showing love and playing like brothers usually do. It opened my eyes to the reality of these stories. Thank you.
All of the videos are included in a playlist, and new ones are added sequentially.
After checking the Channel listings, I find no parent playlist of all videos, though the option exists in all RUclips channels to order by date added. You Could make your own playlist, adding the videos in proper order, then sharing it, so others can benefit from your diligence.
Thanks for the comment. RUclips sequencing has some quirks. But there is an episodes playlist containing the episodes in order. Each episode also has a Playlist beginning with the episode itself followed by the shorter segments, if any, pertaining to that episode, also in order. There will soon be a Playlist of all episode playlists in order, which may also help those less familiar with the scripture references. One reason we haven't relied on numbering is that some things will be published out of sequence. For example, in 2021 we plan to publish an episode depicting parts of Nephi's vision (1 Nephi 10-15). Its not finished because it will contain scenes that haven't been filmed yet. This will end up being the 5th episode of the whole series, and it could be confusing at this stage if we skipped from 4 to 6 (if numbering based on final sequence, which isnt actually set in stone yet), or later if we came back later and changed numbering. We also plan to publish other content out of chronological order, based on when filmed or when ready for publication. Hope that explains a little why the videos aren't simply numbered. 😊
It is confusing. It takes me a minute or two to find just the full videos and not the segments. It's largely a shortcoming of RUclips that a numbering convention should be considered. Not a bad idea at all.
Me too its very confusing
What a great video and amazing truth(s) being taught. I am so grateful the Lord made sure to add this to the Book of Mormon. Marriage is meant to be between one man and one woman. There is no other way to find union. God is good
I love all we learn from these videos, and can’t wait to see what’s to come!
I have never missed a single video
Hopefully this gets shown in meetings all across the nation. Great message!
Wow, the handicapped man seemed like an outsider, but Jacob instantly invited him in a way that showed he truly is a literal brother to everyone there. Powerful. We should never alienate our brothers and sisters who suffer from hidden handicaps, including addictions, and even pride. Makes me cry to think that those who need our love and acceptance the most are sometimes shoved further into the cold.
I love this, thank you. It really brought it to life and touched my heart. Thank you
Very powerful!
This is one of their better videos. Powerful message, applicable today.
Love this so much. These videos are incredible!
9:10 grabbed my soul. Oh how I don't want to be like that guy....
Prophets of ancient times and prophets past and present have and will always speak words of wisdom that are truthful and out spoken and sometimes bold, yet they do so with sincerity and with a contrite spirit...the words they speak and express are full of meaning and with a purpose, teaching the people to awake from their slumber's of death that awaits them if they do not repent of their wicked and abominable ways...comitting adultery against their wives and those who they deem to be less unfavorable in their eyes because of their differences in appearance and stature...Jacob was one of those great prophets who taught with compassion...he loved his people so much that he only wanted what was best for them, their souls were especially important and i felt that his words to consolidate and strengthen his people was a genniune concern for them, knowing what he saw and witnessed amongst them...A great prophet.
Very clear message.
Literally nothing has changed.
I mean ..you're not wrong 😐 ..the majority of the planet kinda sucks like that
Thank you
Praise the Lord
Good conference talk! This is like the first big Conference talk.
Better and better and better!
Wow. That was a really good video. Just what I needed; I could really feel the presence of the Spirit. I guess I need to read The Book of Mormon again. 😊❤
Grateful for these vids
This is very well done! It seems the world is rampant with this very thing right now. There is MUCH pride and immorality throughout the world. I am so thankful for prophets who give us counsel and admonitions to follow. #FaithToAct . #ComeUntoChrist
In a world full of fake love the Book of Mormon makes my heart feel true love.
Wow I cry thank you so much😭👍💗
❤️ so love this chapter.
Powerful.
Bien!
Wow! Very powerful.
thank you so much for these
I enjoyed this one.
Beautifully done 😊
These are awesome! Thank you🙏
My heart goes out to those who don't believe the Book of Mormon.
The adversary is a liar, liar pants on fire! He's getting pretty desperate in his old age! I don't understand why there are so many that can't see him for what he is/ that are so deceived!
Wow, powerful
I enjoy these videos, they are an inspiration.
Le livre de Mormon est le verai temoinage de Dieu sur Terre
Very well done
Jacob 1, 2 and 3 go hand in hand with D&C 42: 22-26 and D&C 49: 15-17 which teach one man having only one wife. The whole notion of having more than one wife has never been a commandment from God from "before the world was made" D&C 49: 16-17. So where did the notion of having more than one wife come from? It came from the "carnal nature of man." “Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man:
But every man is tempted, when he is drawn away of his own lust, and enticed.
Then when lust hath conceived, [as in the case of polygamy] it bringeth forth sin: and sin, when it is finished, bringeth forth death.
Do not err, my beloved brethren.
(New Testament | James 1:13 - 16)
This video is soooooooo beautiful and so true.
Love Jacob 😘
Best video ever ❤️🙏🏼
I have a question directed at all Christians but especially toward the LDS; why do prophets have the luxury of witnessing the miraculous and supernatural, and everyone else must believe their declarations based on faith? In other words why did Moroni talk to Joseph Smith but not to me and yet I ought to believe his messengers saying it happened?
William S. Great question. I don’t know the answer, but I do think that God knows who’s in the right place and has the right talents to be His spokesperson at a given time. But the best part is that you *don’t* just have to believe them. You can choose to find out the truth for yourself. You can get your own revelation on the matter. The prophets plead with us to believe and keep the commandments because of what they know, but no reasonable person, including God himself, expects you to do it blindly. You can pray about it, you can experiment with it and see if repentance and worship don’t make your life better, and you can get your own undeniable confirmation of the truth of it all directly from God. I mean, that’s why I’m here as a believer. I have my answer. I know it’s real, but my answer isn’t necessarily going to be the answer you need. You need your own. If you want it, you’ll get it.
@@jordanwutkee2548 Ah... Holy Ghost, feelings of peace, personal revelation, faith etc. My personal spiritual experience tells me I'm better off not to return to church pews.
William S. - As I said, my answer isn’t your answer. But the way to get the answer is spelled out in the scriptures. Once you have the instructions, the choice is yours.
@@jordanwutkee2548 "My answer isn't your answer". And yet the church HATES moral relativism.
Part of the answer is found in a talk by Neal A. Maxwell. If you look up Neal A. Maxwell the economy of heaven I think you should find it.
It's amazing!
That´s a fierce look right there in min 6:49, I would repent immediately if I were that guy.
Love these videos
I want others to watch this video because this is what happening right now in our world. Many people forget the Lord because of the wickedness that they have done and for the riches that they have gotten.I see also in our day, that the chastity is increasing.
nothing has changed really all these years later
We miss the lines, "pierced with deep wounds, many died. . . ."
I love that these are shorter in December 😉
Very nice.
The attitude of the adulterer that he block the space that the cripple man suppose to sit is one of an example that we don't like someone to sit besides our friend. and we reserved the place for them.
Amen
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Philippines member me amen
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I guess you're not doing Jacob 5? That's a relief, actually. That allegory went over my head. 😁
There's an old seminary video covering it, if you're alright with a thick slather of 90's. 😏
Wait… Why wouldn’t they do jacob five? They could do it next week. I hope they do do it. I like that story. Even though some of it does go over my head, too.
@@brigittedassler1879 Some of the more doctrinal heavy chapters, like Isaiah in 2 Nephi is difficult to adapt to film, both in story and cost. I can confirm that according to their release schedule, Jacob 5 is absent from the videos.
awesome astronaut Aww... I thought they could do something like that seminary video that was mentioned above… But, oh well. Where can I find the release date schedule?
@@brigittedassler1879 It was in the church news. There was also a thing in the New Era saying that Mosiah-Alma would be 2020, and Helaman- 3 Nephi in 2021.
Chastity is never having to say sorry. Chastity is having almost zero lust. What is lust? 1Thess. 4:1-8 if properly understood explains what lust is. I will describe a recent experience I had: I wanted to buy some grapes and needed a plastic bag. The bags formed a huge cylinder some six inches wide, they were sitting vertically on a rod near the grapes. I acted lustfully. I grabbed the 2 inches of bag I could see and pulled hard until the bag broke in my hand. Then too late (never having to say sorry) I realized the correct method is to turn the cylinder until the perforations of the first bag are exposed and then the bag tears off easily. The moral is that lust causes damage (and hence pain if another person is involved) and prevents us from perceiving the truth (in this case the correct method). Lust is only addictive if we enjoy it. Lust is unnaturally high desire or emotion. What then is defrauding the wife? Or what is a spiritual meaning of defraud?
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