About 10 years ago I began my journey back to the covenant path. The more improvement I make, the further I realize I have to go. This is a journey and struggle which will never end. Thank you for this video, you opened my eyes a little more.
I know there has been a sense of urgency lately, as we approach the coming of the Savior the birth pains will only increase. But have faith, the covenant path doesn’t have to be a struggle. I believe that for many, the reason to come to Earth was a profound love for Father and Mother in heaven. We all wanted to be with them forever so we made the decision to come to this brutal reality where the consequences of our choices would cause true pain and death to ourselves and our loved ones. But we had the courage to accept the adventure, and the pain, because we love them. The next phase we need to conquer is the acceptance of the natural law of consequences. We have to let go of pride and the need to control everything. We need to understand that light brings light, and darkness will bring just darkness. Let your body yield to the spirit instead of the opposite. Become one with God by choosing to do what is right not because others will see your actions but because it is the only thing that makes sense. Have faith to do what is right and be honest with yourself. This is more like an exercise or a habit than anything else, the more you do, more you see of the results, better you get at it, and easier it becomes. That’s your nature, you are godly in nature, so it doesn’t have to be a struggle 😁 I’m not saying you won’t fail every day, or every hour, or every second. I surely fail more than I can comfortably admit. But it doesn’t matter. I believe that the only thing that matters is to continue doing it over and over again. I hope it helps 😁❤️
So true! It’s because as we humble ourselves and really want that sanctification, we are shown our true selves and self deception falls to the wayside. We see ourselves as we are seen. Then we realize, wow…I have a long way. But you can also look back and see how far you’ve come and the hope and possibility of what is to come. 🙏 It’s beautiful.
You flippin nailed it 🙏 emphasis on the last segment. People, brothers and sisters, there are literally examples being shown to us of other faiths who are living as though their lives are the very offering given to God and placed upon the altar before Him at all times, in all things and ways, and in all places. And they don't have the "fulness of the gospel"! We claim to have it...but are clearly living as though 10% of our time, thoughts, what we eat, actions, etc...will be enough for God. Will be enough for Him to recognize us as a true disciple or devotee. My friends God does and will recognize the difference between a Cain offering and an Abel offering. He allows plagues and droughts to happen in our lives because we've stepped away from Him. And once he relieves it...He hopes we will continue to draw as close to him forever as we were when we were struggling. Thirst and hunger after righteousness. Serve God not for reward. Not because you want to achieve what's in your patriarchal blessing. For you know he will provide. But rather serve God because you love Him 🙏 take no glory unto thyself -- give ALL thanks and glory unto God. For it is His. There is real power in the name of Jesus Christ 🙏 So talk about him often and not just to mention him to close a prayer with. Your life will absolutely and radically change, even a mighty change, like as a caterpillar inching along in life into the permanence and majesty of a butterfly. Never to return to where and how you once lived before. Because you wouldn't want to.
Powerful. The man who questioned how we as christians celebration of our Christian holidays was one hundred percent right on. I’ve had the same questions but have been guilty of traditionally just playing along with my children. For me every day, my question is what do I need to repent of, it takes work and holding myself accountable and isn’t always pretty. My goal is to have charity and to prepare to meet Christ.
So when I served my mission overseas and saw that they celebrate all the Christian holidays without the commercialized and pagan crap, I decided the chain of paganism ends with me.
Hyrum Andrus talked about this very thing, unsealing the Book of Mormon that we already have. He felt the Book of Mormon was sealed to most members who haven't put in the sacrifice to understand the deep messages of the marvelous work and a wonder that the Lord prepared for the last days . Great message, brother!
You are so right on! My family is raised, but this is what I taught them 40 years ago. It does my heart wonders to hear you so committed to recognizing that the Savior is the center of our lives whether we know it or not.
I completed the Book of Mormon for 52 consecutive weeks last year (video on my channel) - it was a game changer. You are correct, there are countless mysteries in plain sight - but only made available to those who truly treasure the word.
I think most people in the church would say they wouldn’t sell the book of Mormon for money, and I believe them. But lots of people, including myself sale it a different way, and that’s by not giving it enough time or letting other worldly pursuits get in the way.
This is my second favorite episode next to the David Butler episodes, but maybe it's my top favorite. Ever since 2020 I have been awakened to exactly what you are talking about. My wife and I have felt called to center our lives in Christ in ways that we've never done. President Nelson says "unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures in our lives. " and I personally have felt the need to make immense change. Thank you for your work, you are gathering Israel!
You articulated exactly how I’ve been feeling, brother. As Latter-Day Saints, what we have to offer the rest of the world is everything-the truth. But if we don’t even appreciate or understand what we have, how on earth is anyone else going to be able to take advantage of it? In D&C 123:12 it talks about how people are kept from the truth because they know not where to find it. I hope we all can truly come to understand, for ourselves, and then share it like our life depends on it because it does.
What about the people that have obeyed and has done everything that has been asked of them. It's almost like punishing them to make them read it. If the rest of the book is unsealed then the people are going to do what they usually do is not reading the new portion..yes it will be exciting but soon it will not be exciting anymore for the excitement would wear off...
Dude I’ve been feeling this for probably years. Thanks for video and reminder to ALWAYS keep my heart centered in Christ! no matter what holiday it is. That goes for the bad times just as much as the good times.
You are not crazy. I am so glad that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ snd His rerstored church are at the center of my life. I have studied the scriptures faithfully every day for many years, and I normally read through the Book of Mormon two to three times a year. I do so rotating through different languages I am fluent in, including English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Italian. Doing so helps me to consider carefully what I am studying, and I have learned so much just diving into the sciptures daily. I am a former Bishop (three times) and now serve on our Stake High Council and I also teach early morning Seminary, and I am so happy to be studying with our students the Book of Mormon this year. Together we are learning so much and receiving wonderful revelations about God's interactions with His children. Thank you for sharing your perspective, which is spot on.
Can I ask you an honest question from a non-believer? When you say you study the Book of Mormon, what exactly do you study. I just finished reading the Book of Mormon and I found it boring. The beginning story was interesting. Its quotes a lot of Bible verses throughout so I don't really need the BoM for that and the rest is "Nephite good, Lamenite bad, war, Lamenite good, Nephite bad, war, so on and so on. When Jesus finally comes on the scene, which I was looking forward to, it wasn't much more then a pow wow with a small group of people then he leaves. Afterwards its back to the "good, bad, war" repetition until everyone is killed off. I'm just trying to find out what people see in the book.
@@blusheep2 Hey brother, that is so cool that you read the Book. Many of us love it because we read it as a Temple text, the way it is intended to be read. The Book of Mormon calls us to participate in a higher reality with Christ as our Mentor. When we allow His Spirit to take up abode in us, we awaken to that higher reality, and it truly is magical. And no, I'm not talking about some self-conjured religious fervor. I'm talking about being born again in Jesus by living what the Book of Mormon teaches.
@@DoctrineofChrist248 I guess I'm hoping for specifics. Like what does Jesus teach that isn't taught in the Bible? And, what do you mean by a Temple text?
I am 73 and I am just beginning to have the scriptures opening to me. I have read the Book of Mormon every year for more than ten years. But year in my reading I am looking forward to the day when the sealed part of the Book of Mormon will opened to us so I the in-condensed version.
Thank you for following the prompting of the Spirit and making this video. I’m so grateful that it came up in my feed and I’m so happy to subscribe to your channel. Sharing James OKeef’s message is perfect, he has been persecuted for standing up for truth and he refuses to back down. I really appreciate your words!
Wow, President Nelson's talk was sped up. President Nelson does not talk that fast. Congratulations on your publishing company. I would choose Scripture over any earthly thing. You can take knowledge with you when you die, but you can't take earthly possessions. Hayden, we all have a long way to go. We would all benefit from an indepth study of the Book of Mormon. If we are to become like Christ we first have to learn who He is and what He's about. I need to change my focus. I need to put off the natural man and the earthly distractions and bury myself in Jesus Christ. You are not crazy. Everything you have said is true. Hugs from, Queensland, Australia. 😊❤️🙏🇦🇺
For me the second hidden layer of the Book of Mormon that was first revealed to me was the law of sacrifice. Almost every story has an element of the law of sacrifice. Just like fasting without praying, sacrifice without prayer and without promises from the Lord isn’t accounted into us as righteousness, and doesn’t manifest the blessings we need. It has unlocked a connection with my savior that I didn’t think would be possible. I wish I could shout sacrifice from the housetops! We stop at the law of obedience and think all of our covenants are a matter of obedience. Once you give up that idea and try to figure out what the new paradigm each covenant provides, we get stuck and can’t progress. Hope everyone has a fresh look at the gospel like you’re talking about. Thanks for sharing!!
That's why I love the Holy Bible, it reveals to us the mysteries of God. The secret combinations within secret combinations of the Book of Mormon are very disconcerting.
This is my experience as well. We really don’t understand how critical the law of sacrifice is. Being willing to give up everything including your life for Christ is a game changer. It is where charity, the pure love of Christ lives.
The Bible says, “obedience is better than sacrifice” 1 Samuel 15:22 You must look to the Bible for a measure of what is true and what is false. The Book of Mormon is a counterfeit gospel, even in the name “restored Gospel” and “another testament of Jesus Christ.” When we understand that Satan is the father of lies and a master of counterfeit, then we can begin to break down the history and so-called “authenticity” of the Book of Mormon. I pray and hope in love, that you seek Jesus Christ, the Christ of the Bible over any personal revelation from anyone or any church organization.
@@wayfaringoverlander Most people don't know that the Book of Mormon and Moroni are referred to in the Holy Bible. Gal 1:6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: Gal 1:7 *Which is not another;* but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ. Gal 1:8 But though we, or *an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.*
@@ts-900 that was the scripture that led me out of the Book of Mormon and opened my eyes. Then I started realizing most of what I heard in church wasn’t gospel centered, like this “sermon”, it’s just getting up and telling stories and experiences. I found that people place a greater faith in personal revelation over Biblical application of the scriptures. No man can die and become an angel, that’s a red flag. Gentiles were never prophets. Joseph Smith also had false revelations, and the Bible explains they should be out to death. Smith also boasted he did more than Christ to keep the church together. Talk about pride. “I have more to boast of than ever any man had. I am the only man that has ever been able to keep a whole church together since the days of Adam. A large majority of the whole have stood by me. Neither Paul, John, Peter, nor Jesus ever did it. I boast that no man ever did such a work as I. The followers of Jesus ran away from Him; but the Latter-day Saints never ran away from me yet. “ that is the most arrogant prideful statement.
This message was fyre. Few times do I get powerful messages like this from someone other than a general authority but it was deep true religion and gave me a strong awakening. Thank you for taking your time to share.
Man this video has me in tears I love watching your videos this guy knows what he speaks of..keep up these videos I’ve been following you for sometime now and I share you with family and friends
Loved everything you had to say! For those who feel overwhelmed, starts small, sacrifice, more time in your family search app then you do on mindless scrolling, have a goal to attend the temple once a month, etc. It’s good to have a ‘spiritual focus’ evaluations often. Put a reminder in your phone if need be.
Keep listening to the prompting of the spirit. The minute you started speaking that my prayer of just minutes earlier was being answered. I really needed what you said and how you said it. Thx
@@coryburns9161if you believe in Christ, you will believe in the Book of Mormon, for they are the words of Christ and He hath given the words unto us. Nothing you could say or do would ever convince me otherwise. Truth of the words are manifested daily when heeded. Read it and decided for yourself.
I have read the book of Mormon about 30 times (two and a half this year) and I still have much to learn. I love it and am blessed with all the beautiful teachings I have learned. Yet I learn more each time. I would never exchange the word of God for all the money or any other things I could be offered.
Amos chaper 8 9 And it shall come to pass in that day, saith the Lord God, that I will cause the sun to go down at noon, and I will darken the earth in the clear day: 10 And I will turn your feasts into mourning, and all your songs into lamentation; and I will bring up sackcloth upon all loins, and baldness upon every head; and I will make it as the mourning of an only son, and the end thereof as a bitter day.
Thank you for the emphasis on appreciating what we have and finding the hidden messages that are revealed to the earnest searcher of the messages from God found in the scriptures. Love your searching, inquiring minds. ❤
I have read the Book of Mormon front to back 16 times, going on 17 this year. These last two times the Spirit moved and read with me, I asked Him questions and He answered.I asked Him about people, about backgrounds, about the atmosphere, or how this person repented and so on. And the Spirit not only answered me often, He told me to tell other people that the Book of Mormon is not only Another Testament of Christ, it is like a seer stone to see and learn of Christ.... personally. Those visions are available to all.
See man, I just watched this video tonight with the missionaries that are assigned to my branch. The part where Hayden speaks on the Book of Mormon being figuratively sealed is SUPER deep if you think about it.
Absolutely great insight here. Thank you for sharing this brother. You guys should have Michael Rush on if you have not yet. There is so much to the gospel I was missing out on for the exact reason you pointed out here. May God continue to bless you both.
Great you guys, stay on it. I can't even begin to explain what I've been learning; it's the best feeling in the world, and I'm on the front lines of these Last Days. I was told these days would happen and literally have been preparing all my life for it.
Yeah, had a read on the Apocrypha, interesting take on the beginning. Book of Solomon was an inspiring read, such as "God abhors death.". To add, I want to know what made Lehi, Father of Nephi, a prophet. Plus, how many more books are hidden for a reason.
This was great! I totally agree with you. Sadly, as a whole ( there's always exception) we think we are IT! We think the whole world revolves around us, we can do whatever, we are amazing. In some ways, yes, we are. But who do we think we are compared to the God of the Universe? We'd all do well to humble ourselves and put God into the centre of our lives and worship as we should. Regards to the BoM or any scriptures, that's probably why Pres Nelson has been urging us to increase our spiritual capacity. To see and hear things that are not written or spoken. When you constantly strive for that and you get little spiritual nugets here and there, it's worth more than rubies. Thanks for these videos. Im so glad I found your channel.
Thank you for doing these videos. I am so excited about the archeological findings that give evidence of the Book of Mormon!! If only nonmembers would watch these videos!!
yes, I used to be one of those "half assed" mormons. only recently has God reached out and plucked this lost sheep back into the fold. and now I am petal to the metal true disciple. and it is true, i have "unsealed" doctrine that has been right before my eyes for 50 years.
9:40 that is one reason I converted. I had a vision in my mind of a great tree. With branches and roots expanding forever in both directions. I felt like it was knowledge and mysteries I had never fathomed before. And it was knowledge about God, and life, and engineering of existence. ❤️
That sparked something inside of me, and I totally agree with your underlying point. Keep it up. You're inspiring us all. Repentance is real, and I can honestly say that this video helped me to make the decision, once again, to seek to repent and shove the natural man and put him in his place. Love it dawg💪
I had to speak on Easter in my ward. So I have been thinking a lot about how we celebrate religious holidays. I also looked at it in comparison to how ancient Israelites and modern Jews celebrate. My eyes were opened. Jews may eat a for specific and precise Passover meal while repeating the same prayer. We do that once a week at the Sacrament table. Jews may fast with a holiday, we strive to do that monthly. Jews may have a holiday that they build booths to remove them from their daily lives, we stop our daily life every six months to listen to prophetic messages. Our two most religious holidays may have been over taken by commercialism, but I live my religion daily. So it doesn’t affect my relationship with my Savior.
A publishing company?!?! Yes! Please publish more interesting things and Doctrine, you know, the stuff DB refuses to publish🙄 Cwic Media just had on Bruce Porter who said he has dozens of book that DB won't publish because they're "doctrine," and they want feel good "milk." Romance novels that quote a few scriptures. Will you publish Children's books? I have about 3 that I'm working on. More than milk, not quite meat... Let's say, chicky-nuggie stories based on the gospel.🤣
Jesus must be the center and we build everything else around Him. That's a great lesson from the temple! I appreciate your question, "Would you take one billion dollars to stop reading The Book of Mormon and deny its veracity." Nope. There's nothing I want more in my life than to better my relationship with Christ and to get direction from the Holy Ghost. Thanks for your testimony.
As one who grew up Catholic I was surrounded by dozens of nuns, priests, monks who all literally gave up their entire lives for God and Jesus (no marriage). Their family was the parish flock or service missions. Talk about a commitment. I was continually astounded at their life long dedication. It was not my cup of tee though.
I have a housemate, who is a devout Catholic, and we have some amazing, challenging, and enlightening conversations about the difference between things like the Bible, the catechisms, book of Mormon, etc. We even end up talking about the non-canonized scriptures and other ancient texts. I was so surprised at how much the latter-day Saint Church and the Catholic Church have in common even though they also have a number of differences. The good thing is, I know that because Christianity in general is under fire right now, because of the secularism of the world, I know that I would stand up and defend, the Catholic faith as quickly as I would my own. It’s coming down to those of us who believe in Jesus Christ, and those who do not. I think we’re all going to have to stand together and link arms to support each other. That time is approaching rapidly, in my opinion. I don’t believe in the session of Saints and I don’t believe in the whole bowing down to statues etc. but as you said it is not my cup of tea. I would still defend their right to worship as they please though.
@@csluau5913 yeah I’ve had interesting conversations with my Catholic family as well. I drifted away from all religion 50 years ago opting for the non judgmental “just be a good person” path which suited me much better. I’m happy for any path that is chosen whether religious or secular as long as people are treated with love, respect, and compassion.
@@Zeett09 I get it. I do. I think for me personally, though, I want more. I am seeking a deeper level of spiritual understanding on a personal one-to-one basis that connects me to Christ, and to our heavenly father, and by extent our heavenly mother. To me the idea of a sacred divine family is absolutely fantastic and I love it and I embrace it. It’s interesting that the Catholics believe in a holy mother, but they have just picked the wrong one. The mother of Christ on earth was a type of divine mother. Just as there are many symbols and types of saviours. Between David Butler, and a number of other guests that have been on this show, and other things that have been said on other shows and other podcasts that I have paid attention to, and my deep interest in biblical archaeology and book of Mormon, archaeology, there are some really amazing and mind blowing things out there. People have no idea. Once you learn the language of the symbols and you truly trust your heart, in the hands of God, things are revealed to you. Things I can’t reveal here. The irony is that I’m not even a member of the church. I’m working on it though. Got a lot of things to overcome but I’m determined.
You are not crazy for saying we have to combat secularism with intense spiritual devotion! We are serving a full time mission right now. Our kids are pretty much lost to us. I feel they worship the God of Entertainment the God of Fun, the God of Travel and Bucket lists. Our same aged friends are kindof the same. Then we see these refugees here who have such faith in God and I hate to say it but I'm ashamed of our American complacency and lack of focus in God and aiding in his work to build Zion and tje kingdom on earth. I hope you're reaching some of your generation with your zeal! We've loved your videos!
Love this my dudes, well done. Many of the holy prophets of the Old Testament and Book of Mormon "received" the sealed portion, a revelation from the beginning to the end or "vision of all", during their throne room theophany experience with YHWH. Joseph Smith taught us that we too can join their ranks! Gotta wrestle with that unbelief.
@@zionmama150 You are not alone sister. I've been seeking the face of my Second Comforter for 3 years, striving to get Babylon completely out of my heart and my home, cutting most media in favor of more holy pursuits, working on becoming authentically charitable, etc. All while knowing that His grace is what saves, and that a face to face encounter with Deity will be a gift of sheer grace. I think we keep striving, allowing him to correct our unbelief on the daily, praying *always*, and retaining the Spirit of Christ with a hope in Him. "Spiritual Preparation for the Second Coming - (11) -Sanctifying the heart, Israel, the Aleph eclipse" by Matt Jepson is an awesome video here on YT. It might help, if you haven't seen it. But I see your comments on a lot of videos by the awesome channels I follow, so you must be oriented in the right direction!
@@scottishwarrior3547 I’m a little leery of him… many people following after him seem to exist in circles in the Church that practice and believe things I don’t feel are right.
I've been feeling this way as well. That there is so much more to the scriptures and that I am just too blind and deaf to see or hear. It's like the world has blinded me. I am the blind man whose eyes Jesus anointed with clay. Clay is dirt and water. Dirt is a symbol of the earth, the world, the flesh, etc. I believe the Great Healer was at work as the Great Teacher in this healing and that I, like the man with clay in his eyes, need to wash out the world from my eyes so that I can finally see. An until I do that, I will be blind. When I went to the movie theater a while back, I noticed that the architecture, the lights, the high spires... the whole facade looked very temple-like. I realized... holy cow... this place is a temple to the image of the world. Like you, I'm either crazy... or I'm finally beginning to see.
Loved watching this video. I actually watched it on the big screen on the TV while I’m dog sitting for a family member who is out of town. Some very sad news though, I tried to leave comments on your videos on Instagram and they are being removed by Instagram. I hate to say it guys but social media is becoming more and more controlled now. Those of us who are followers of Christ are being censored and oppressed more often. Just so you know, if this continues to happen, I’ll probably be forced to leave Instagram. I hope that you guys can keep your channel running there. Anyone who is politically conservative or vocally Christian is repressed, in my case, shadow banned. Even trying to settle disputes and use a voice of reason to stop people from fighting in comments has gotten me banned or shut down. It makes no sense. Unless you understand that the reason these platforms exist now is to create controversy and promote contention. I’m so proud of you guys that you are trying really hard to present all different perspectives on a number of issues. That is a very constructive thing to do. I really enjoyed this video, and the heartfelt comments and testimony offered in it.
You're on the right track. I like this definition: "To repent means to fully reconcile your ideas, desires, and actions to your sincere understanding of what's best." -Robert Smith of Upward thought on You tube. What does that say about us that we don't have the sealed portion yet? That the 3 Nephites are not around? That the Joseph Smith Translation is still incomplete and at the back of our books? That we don't talk much about the signs that follow the believers, That we don't know much about Baptism of Fire? I think the reason these things are being talked about more is because it is time to learn them in preparation for the judgment that is coming due to our negligence for not seeing what is right in front of us in our hands. We are in the situation described of by those who saw us, (2 Nephi 28; Mormon 8; Isaiah 28, 29; Jeremiah 23).
This was awesome, I clicked on your video for the first time and subscribed, I listened to a "Know Your Religion" speaker (back in the day when BYU speakers traveled a circuit to outlying stakes) and he said exactly what you just said, he raised the question and said "what if the sealed portion of the Book of Mormon is within the pages you already have". I've read the book of Mormon many times but not with pure intent, I want to change that and read it with intention and the desire to come to know God and even more. Thank you for your video. Can you tell us who David Butler is, I'm not familiar with his name.
Im excited already, and I'm only into the first half minute. Thank you (I've felt so alone); sharing and grateful for bumping into this podcast this morning.... it's what was on my mind this morning
I remember teaching on my mission from my own experience that although the text of the Book of Mormon does not change, the messages you receive from subsequent readings does/can change. I presumed that was because different parts speak to you at different times either as you mature or as you have different needs in life.
I had not thought about your perspective that your eyes are open to more line upon line as you are prepared for more, but it is an intriguing possibility to consider.
Where can I buy the book(In the Language of Adam)? Will the Deseret Book carry it? The Lord has been teaching me the Adamic Language in the DNA. It resonates in the sound of things...a gift I have had since I was a child. I have come to accept it makes me feel a little crazy at times (seeing and hearing things others don't in a physical world ) yet we obtain gifts and talents from the lineages within our DNA. The scriptures carry memory past, present and future to resonate the truth of all things. I believe, like you, it is time to pass through the veils of forgetfulness and open the eternal knowledge of who God is so we truly know our divine origin and rebirth in Jesus Christ. Thank you for your desire to unlock the sealed portion of the Book of Mormon. We share the same desire.
The reason why I would never exchange my testimony of the Book of Mormon for all the riches of the world is that without my testimony nothing else would matter.
Ive been $$$poor folk most my life, the only constant is Christ's love and grace, Heavenly Fathers mercy shown me. So billions or millions, I will keep the book. Money goes away, Book of Mormon brings real worth, direction, and helps me conect to our ancestors.
The “price” of giving up reading the Book of Mormon, reminds me of Amulek with Zeezrom (Alma 11). Even Amulek wouldn’t deny the gospel even when enticed with money. ❤❤
t This topic takes me back to President Benson as far as our need to repent concerning our use of the BofM. Concerning receiving more of the BofM, as I read 3 Ne.26:8-11 I hear the Lord saying that it is the Lamanites,to whom we as gentiles bring the BofM. that must receive it in faith sufficient to bring forth the sealed portion.In my view yes we as the general membership of the church do need to repent and take the BofM. more seriously, but also see that we get it in to the hands of the children of Lehi and encourage them to receive it in faith with true devotion.
Hayden, you are NOT crazy! You are right on. At 15:17 you roughly say, "there are so many times where I look back on my life where I say, I can't go do this church thing, or I can't read my scriptures, or I can't..." May I humbly offer a different word, other than can't? The word is WANT. We all fall into this natural man trap. At times we don't WANT to do the church thing or don't WANT to read our scriptures or don't WANT to go to the temple. The natural man is an enemy to God because the natural man only wants what he wants and does not want what God wants. The attribute that made Jesus perfect was the fact that He only wanted to do the will of his Father in all things from the beginning. Will equals want. Once we come to understand that, then sin is simply acting against the will of God. That is why we need repentance. When our wants conflict with what God wants, then we simply need to repent, cast aside our wants and do what God wants. That is the formula for having God give us all that He has to offer (including a knowledge of what is in the sealed portion of the gold plates). The sad truth is that we don't always recognize nor regulate our wants. We are naturally selfish. That is what gets us into trouble. Check out the book, "The Invisible Four-letter Word, The secret to getting what you really want in life" for deeper introspection into this concept of wants. One other point, Helaman 10:4 confirms what James O’Keefe said. The Lord says to Nephi, Thou "hast not sought thy own life, but has sought my will." Once Nephi proved that his wants were the same as God's wants, and that he was willing (wanted) to lay down his life to do what God wanted, he was granted power beyond anything that could be granted by any supposed earthy authority.
BELIEVE ACTS 2:17-19 and Battle Hymn of the Republic Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord; Isaiah 66:18 He is trampling out the vintage where the grapes of wrath are stored; Isaiah 13:9 He hath loosed the fateful lightning of His terrible swift sword: Isaiah 65:12; His truth is marching on. Isaiah 42 :3-4 Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! His truth is marching on. I have seen Him in the watch-fires of a hundred circling camps; Isaiah 21:6; 52:8; 56:10 They have builded Him an altar in the evening dews and damps; Isaiah 27: 9-11 I have read His righteous sentence by the dim and flaring lamps; Isaiah 62:1; His day is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! His day is marching on. I have read a fiery gospel, writ in burnished rows of steel; Hebrews 12:29; 2 Corinthians 4:3 "As ye deal with My contemeners, so with you My grace shall deal;" John 1:17; Let the Hero, born of woman, crush the serpent with His heel. Genesis 3:15; Since God is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! Since God is marching on. He has sounded forth His trumpet that shall never call retreat; Joel 2:1-3,11 He is sifting out the hearts of men before His judgement-seat; Isaiah 49:4; O be swift, my soul, to answer Him; be jubilant, my feet! Isaiah 48:4-5; 65:12-16 Our God is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! Our God is marching on. In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born, across the sea, Micah 5:2; John 1:41-45; With a glory in His bosom that transfigures you and me; 2 Peter 1:17; As He died to make men holy, let us die to make men free! Matthew 16:24-26; While God is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! While God is marching on. Comment #60 3/27/ 24 I am NOT Crazy, the attack begins soon. Now "JUST" WEEKS AWAY. Bless the believers to PREPARE For Nuclear WAR. Comment #133 on 3/28/ 24
There's a great book by an LDS author that shows that there is perfect harmony between the prophetic statements concerning the garden of Eden being in Missouri and the Old Testament account concerning the garden of Eden. It's called Canaan, Babylon, and Egypt A Comparative Theological Analysis on Creation sold by Eborn Books.
Thank you so much for your channel and messages like this one , I saw the videos with butler all 7 hours 😂 I’ve since read both of his books and can truly say my eyes have been opened aswell! Excited for the new book that’s huge news!
Very true. There WAS a time you could get away with not fully committing yourself to God. That time is no longer. And it is because so many became spiritually apathetic that we are in this situation. It is time to go back or there will be consequences.
I feel this! I struggle every year with the secularism of Easter and Christmas. I do not allow images of Santa/elves/etc in my home. I decorate with nativities. This year I bought a ham to cook up for Easter dinner. Since then I’ve had a burning desire to have a Passover feast instead. I’ve been learning about the traditions of the Jewish people and plan to teach my family about the Seder Plate, Exodus and how it relates to Christ. We’ll have a Mediterranean and biblical inspired meal.
@thestickofjoseph I want to thank you for this video. It was such a powerful video to me. I felt the truthfulness and inspiration to do better. There are many nay sayers in the comment section don't let it bother you for one moment. Satan always rises up against truth And that which would lead people closer to God. Thank you again, prayers that you are able to continue this mission as it were; bringing Hope, joy and light to all who listen to your podcast.
0:00 - Question of what price we would put on our religion/faith. If it's not our life, then we are for sale. 0:29 - The gold plates Joseph Smith received had a sealed portion, making up 2/3 of the plates. 0:41 - Another "sealed portion" of the Book of Mormon is only available to those who take it seriously. 1:09 - Announcement of a new book "In the Language of Adam" being published by the channel's new publishing company Plain and Precious Publishing, coming out May 1st. 2:20 - Further discussion of the sealed portion of the Book of Mormon, both physical and spiritual. 2:56 - Story from Russell M. Nelson about giving a Book of Mormon to an African king, who valued it more than diamonds or rubies. Question of how much we value the Book of Mormon. 6:27 - Verses about the Lord revealing the sealed portion in his due time when people repent and exercise faith. 8:10 - The sealed spiritual portion is a message hidden in plain sight, only available to those truly seeking to know God. 10:20 - Clip discussing the price/value we put on truth and faith needing to be our life, or else we can be compromised. 12:29 - Anecdote about a Marine converting to Judaism, feeling Christianity has become corrupted by pagan influences in its holidays. 14:11 - Reflection that Latter-Day Saints need to make the gospel the center of their lives, not try to fit religion into their existing life. 17:01 - Closing questions about what we need to repent of to have the sealed portions (physical and spiritual) revealed to us.
It's interesting to hear you talk about your experiences and how you are seeking to unseal a portion of the Book of Mormon that you have not seen or read before. There are probably various levels to peel back like a head of lettuce. What I am finding is that as I begin to peel back one layer I realize there is another layer, and then I realize there are probably more layers beneath. The interesting thing for me is that as I begin to peel back more layers, the religious responsibilities that you talk about as being important in serving your God become nearly irrelevant for me. It's not about a church of this world or responsibilities that men have placed upon me. I want to do what God wants me to do. And that just happened to be that God did not have a use for me to stay in the church. I tried to preach repentance, and I tried to promote change. Sadly, there was complete resistance. I realized I was going to a doctor that was giving me the wrong prescription. I wasn't getting better, and I wasn't getting healthier. Where I was getting the care and treatment that I needed was personally with God finding every step of the way in his light. The Book of Mormon is not very fond of organized religion of the Latter-day Saints. I think we need to all realize there is a layer of messaging here that speaks directly to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. And does the church at large know what the Book of Mormon says about the church? Our eyes are closed, and our ears are shut. May God have mercy.
"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith, and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast." Ephesians 2:v8
About 10 years ago I began my journey back to the covenant path. The more improvement I make, the further I realize I have to go. This is a journey and struggle which will never end. Thank you for this video, you opened my eyes a little more.
What is the covenant path, it's just a made up term from the church leaders...😂
For precept must be upon precept, precept upon precept: line upon line, line upon line, here a little, and there a little: Isaiah 28:10
Same here.. just got to go to the temple for the first time since 97' about 3 weeks ago!
I know there has been a sense of urgency lately, as we approach the coming of the Savior the birth pains will only increase. But have faith, the covenant path doesn’t have to be a struggle. I believe that for many, the reason to come to Earth was a profound love for Father and Mother in heaven. We all wanted to be with them forever so we made the decision to come to this brutal reality where the consequences of our choices would cause true pain and death to ourselves and our loved ones. But we had the courage to accept the adventure, and the pain, because we love them. The next phase we need to conquer is the acceptance of the natural law of consequences. We have to let go of pride and the need to control everything. We need to understand that light brings light, and darkness will bring just darkness. Let your body yield to the spirit instead of the opposite. Become one with God by choosing to do what is right not because others will see your actions but because it is the only thing that makes sense. Have faith to do what is right and be honest with yourself. This is more like an exercise or a habit than anything else, the more you do, more you see of the results, better you get at it, and easier it becomes. That’s your nature, you are godly in nature, so it doesn’t have to be a struggle 😁 I’m not saying you won’t fail every day, or every hour, or every second. I surely fail more than I can comfortably admit. But it doesn’t matter. I believe that the only thing that matters is to continue doing it over and over again. I hope it helps 😁❤️
So true! It’s because as we humble ourselves and really want that sanctification, we are shown our true selves and self deception falls to the wayside. We see ourselves as we are seen. Then we realize, wow…I have a long way. But you can also look back and see how far you’ve come and the hope and possibility of what is to come. 🙏 It’s beautiful.
You flippin nailed it 🙏 emphasis on the last segment. People, brothers and sisters, there are literally examples being shown to us of other faiths who are living as though their lives are the very offering given to God and placed upon the altar before Him at all times, in all things and ways, and in all places. And they don't have the "fulness of the gospel"! We claim to have it...but are clearly living as though 10% of our time, thoughts, what we eat, actions, etc...will be enough for God. Will be enough for Him to recognize us as a true disciple or devotee. My friends God does and will recognize the difference between a Cain offering and an Abel offering. He allows plagues and droughts to happen in our lives because we've stepped away from Him. And once he relieves it...He hopes we will continue to draw as close to him forever as we were when we were struggling.
Thirst and hunger after righteousness.
Serve God not for reward. Not because you want to achieve what's in your patriarchal blessing. For you know he will provide. But rather serve God because you love Him 🙏
take no glory unto thyself -- give ALL thanks and glory unto God. For it is His.
There is real power in the name of Jesus Christ 🙏 So talk about him often and not just to mention him to close a prayer with. Your life will absolutely and radically change, even a mighty change, like as a caterpillar inching along in life into the permanence and majesty of a butterfly. Never to return to where and how you once lived before. Because you wouldn't want to.
Powerful. The man who questioned how we as christians celebration of our Christian holidays was one hundred percent right on. I’ve had the same questions but have been guilty of traditionally just playing along with my children. For me every day, my question is what do I need to repent of, it takes work and holding myself accountable and isn’t always pretty. My goal is to have charity and to prepare to meet Christ.
So when I served my mission overseas and saw that they celebrate all the Christian holidays without the commercialized and pagan crap, I decided the chain of paganism ends with me.
@@jakeave we celebrate with trees and beautiful lights on our temples or house of the Lord . Every thing is not pagan. Many things have symbolism .
Hyrum Andrus talked about this very thing, unsealing the Book of Mormon that we already have. He felt the Book of Mormon was sealed to most members who haven't put in the sacrifice to understand the deep messages of the marvelous work and a wonder that the Lord prepared for the last days .
Great message, brother!
Do you know where the unique name of hyrum comes from? The Book of Mormon is shrouded in deep symbolism and very few can comprehend it.
@@xenithtech9453Do tell… 🙏
You are so right on! My family is raised, but this is what I taught them 40 years ago. It does my heart wonders to hear you so committed to recognizing that the Savior is the center of our lives whether we know it or not.
I completed the Book of Mormon for 52 consecutive weeks last year (video on my channel) - it was a game changer. You are correct, there are countless mysteries in plain sight - but only made available to those who truly treasure the word.
I think most people in the church would say they wouldn’t sell the book of Mormon for money, and I believe them. But lots of people, including myself sale it a different way, and that’s by not giving it enough time or letting other worldly pursuits get in the way.
This is my second favorite episode next to the David Butler episodes, but maybe it's my top favorite.
Ever since 2020 I have been awakened to exactly what you are talking about. My wife and I have felt called to center our lives in Christ in ways that we've never done. President Nelson says "unprecedented times call for unprecedented measures in our lives. " and I personally have felt the need to make immense change. Thank you for your work, you are gathering Israel!
You articulated exactly how I’ve been feeling, brother. As Latter-Day Saints, what we have to offer the rest of the world is everything-the truth. But if we don’t even appreciate or understand what we have, how on earth is anyone else going to be able to take advantage of it? In D&C 123:12 it talks about how people are kept from the truth because they know not where to find it. I hope we all can truly come to understand, for ourselves, and then share it like our life depends on it because it does.
The only way to find the truth is to break the curse that this church is in. But that ain't going to happen until the scourge comes.
Its a lie
What about the people that have obeyed and has done everything that has been asked of them. It's almost like punishing them to make them read it. If the rest of the book is unsealed then the people are going to do what they usually do is not reading the new portion..yes it will be exciting but soon it will not be exciting anymore for the excitement would wear off...
Dude I’ve been feeling this for probably years. Thanks for video and reminder to ALWAYS keep my heart centered in Christ! no matter what holiday it is. That goes for the bad times just as much as the good times.
You are not crazy. I am so glad that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ snd His rerstored church are at the center of my life. I have studied the scriptures faithfully every day for many years, and I normally read through the Book of Mormon two to three times a year. I do so rotating through different languages I am fluent in, including English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Italian. Doing so helps me to consider carefully what I am studying, and I have learned so much just diving into the sciptures daily. I am a former Bishop (three times) and now serve on our Stake High Council and I also teach early morning Seminary, and I am so happy to be studying with our students the Book of Mormon this year. Together we are learning so much and receiving wonderful revelations about God's interactions with His children. Thank you for sharing your perspective, which is spot on.
Can I ask you an honest question from a non-believer? When you say you study the Book of Mormon, what exactly do you study. I just finished reading the Book of Mormon and I found it boring. The beginning story was interesting. Its quotes a lot of Bible verses throughout so I don't really need the BoM for that and the rest is "Nephite good, Lamenite bad, war, Lamenite good, Nephite bad, war, so on and so on. When Jesus finally comes on the scene, which I was looking forward to, it wasn't much more then a pow wow with a small group of people then he leaves. Afterwards its back to the "good, bad, war" repetition until everyone is killed off.
I'm just trying to find out what people see in the book.
@@blusheep2 I got literally sick of all the violence and put it down. Nothing holy in it, except when it quotes the Word of God out of context.
@@blusheep2 Hey brother, that is so cool that you read the Book. Many of us love it because we read it as a Temple text, the way it is intended to be read. The Book of Mormon calls us to participate in a higher reality with Christ as our Mentor. When we allow His Spirit to take up abode in us, we awaken to that higher reality, and it truly is magical. And no, I'm not talking about some self-conjured religious fervor. I'm talking about being born again in Jesus by living what the Book of Mormon teaches.
@@DoctrineofChrist248 I guess I'm hoping for specifics. Like what does Jesus teach that isn't taught in the Bible? And, what do you mean by a Temple text?
@@ts-900 There is violence in the Bible so I wouldn't just put it down because of that, but all the wars in the BoM have no context for them.
I am 73 and I am just beginning to have the scriptures opening to me.
I have read the Book of Mormon every year for more than ten years. But year in my reading I am looking forward to the day when the sealed part of the Book of Mormon will opened to us so I the in-condensed version.
Thank you for following the prompting of the Spirit and making this video. I’m so grateful that it came up in my feed and I’m so happy to subscribe to your channel. Sharing James OKeef’s message is perfect, he has been persecuted for standing up for truth and he refuses to back down. I really appreciate your words!
Wow, President Nelson's talk was sped up. President Nelson does not talk that fast. Congratulations on your publishing company. I would choose Scripture over any earthly thing. You can take knowledge with you when you die, but you can't take earthly possessions. Hayden, we all have a long way to go. We would all benefit from an indepth study of the Book of Mormon. If we are to become like Christ we first have to learn who He is and what He's about. I need to change my focus. I need to put off the natural man and the earthly distractions and bury myself in Jesus Christ. You are not crazy. Everything you have said is true. Hugs from, Queensland, Australia. 😊❤️🙏🇦🇺
Yes that did not sound like president Nelson .
@lindamartinez7006 5:48
He says in the video that it's sped up.
For me the second hidden layer of the Book of Mormon that was first revealed to me was the law of sacrifice. Almost every story has an element of the law of sacrifice. Just like fasting without praying, sacrifice without prayer and without promises from the Lord isn’t accounted into us as righteousness, and doesn’t manifest the blessings we need. It has unlocked a connection with my savior that I didn’t think would be possible. I wish I could shout sacrifice from the housetops! We stop at the law of obedience and think all of our covenants are a matter of obedience. Once you give up that idea and try to figure out what the new paradigm each covenant provides, we get stuck and can’t progress.
Hope everyone has a fresh look at the gospel like you’re talking about. Thanks for sharing!!
That's why I love the Holy Bible, it reveals to us the mysteries of God. The secret combinations within secret combinations of the Book of Mormon are very disconcerting.
This is my experience as well. We really don’t understand how critical the law of sacrifice is. Being willing to give up everything including your life for Christ is a game changer. It is where charity, the pure love of Christ lives.
The Bible says, “obedience is better than sacrifice” 1 Samuel 15:22
You must look to the Bible for a measure of what is true and what is false. The Book of Mormon is a counterfeit gospel, even in the name “restored Gospel” and “another testament of Jesus Christ.” When we understand that Satan is the father of lies and a master of counterfeit, then we can begin to break down the history and so-called “authenticity” of the Book of Mormon. I pray and hope in love, that you seek Jesus Christ, the Christ of the Bible over any personal revelation from anyone or any church organization.
@@wayfaringoverlander Most people don't know that the Book of Mormon and Moroni are referred to in the Holy Bible.
Gal 1:6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel:
Gal 1:7 *Which is not another;* but there be some that trouble you, and would pervert the gospel of Christ.
Gal 1:8 But though we, or *an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.*
@@ts-900 that was the scripture that led me out of the Book of Mormon and opened my eyes. Then I started realizing most of what I heard in church wasn’t gospel centered, like this “sermon”, it’s just getting up and telling stories and experiences. I found that people place a greater faith in personal revelation over Biblical application of the scriptures. No man can die and become an angel, that’s a red flag. Gentiles were never prophets. Joseph Smith also had false revelations, and the Bible explains they should be out to death. Smith also boasted he did more than Christ to keep the church together. Talk about pride. “I have more to boast of than ever any man had. I am the only man that has ever been able to keep a whole church together since the days of Adam. A large majority of the whole have stood by me. Neither Paul, John, Peter, nor Jesus ever did it. I boast that no man ever did such a work as I. The followers of Jesus ran away from Him; but the Latter-day Saints never ran away from me yet. “ that is the most arrogant prideful statement.
This message was fyre. Few times do I get powerful messages like this from someone other than a general authority but it was deep true religion and gave me a strong awakening. Thank you for taking your time to share.
Man this video has me in tears I love watching your videos this guy knows what he speaks of..keep up these videos I’ve been following you for sometime now and I share you with family and friends
Loved everything you had to say! For those who feel overwhelmed, starts small, sacrifice, more time in your family search app then you do on mindless scrolling, have a goal to attend the temple once a month, etc. It’s good to have a ‘spiritual focus’ evaluations often. Put a reminder in your phone if need be.
wow you nailed what's happening to us in this day! Thank you i needed this specifically!
Btw the sound volume and clarity is variable
Keep listening to the prompting of the spirit. The minute you started speaking that my prayer of just minutes earlier was being answered. I really needed what you said and how you said it. Thx
Thanks for sharing that! We will keep doing our best.
I truly believe that God is giving away the mysteries to those who seek it. The Book of Mormon is incredible.
The Book of Mormon is a fake 😅
@@coryburns9161if you believe in Christ, you will believe in the Book of Mormon, for they are the words of Christ and He hath given the words unto us. Nothing you could say or do would ever convince me otherwise. Truth of the words are manifested daily when heeded. Read it and decided for yourself.
@@coryburns9161 We have abandoned the BOM based on your in depth, powerful, assessment, and are now militant atheists. Thank you so much, sir!
@GwPoKo I left the church and I'm not atheist I Jesus Christ not the LOS president or the pope I found a Bible teaching church
I see the Book of Mormon as very "credible" and _astounding_ too! I am left to proclaim "Oh God, how great thou art!"
I have read the book of Mormon about 30 times (two and a half this year) and I still have much to learn. I love it and am blessed with all the beautiful teachings I have learned. Yet I learn more each time.
I would never exchange the word of God for all the money or any other things I could be offered.
General Conference are our unofficial religious holidays
Amos chaper 8
9 And it shall come to pass in that day, saith the Lord God, that I will cause the sun to go down at noon, and I will darken the earth in the clear day: 10 And I will turn your feasts into mourning, and all your songs into lamentation; and I will bring up sackcloth upon all loins, and baldness upon every head; and I will make it as the mourning of an only son, and the end thereof as a bitter day.
I love this show. You guys have shown me things that I have been looking for for over ten years.
Thanks for your presentation. You have helped me to see how easy it is to"drift"into the comfort of day-to-day life and forget why we are here.
Let’s go! Your monologue at the end was powerful, thanks for convicting us!
Thank you for the emphasis on appreciating what we have and finding the hidden messages that are revealed to the earnest searcher of the messages from God found in the scriptures. Love your searching, inquiring minds. ❤
I have read the Book of Mormon front to back 16 times, going on 17 this year. These last two times the Spirit moved and read with me, I asked Him questions and He answered.I asked Him about people, about backgrounds, about the atmosphere, or how this person repented and so on. And the Spirit not only answered me often, He told me to tell other people that the Book of Mormon is not only Another Testament of Christ, it is like a seer stone to see and learn of Christ.... personally. Those visions are available to all.
That’s beautiful. I’m starting to have this more as well. Pure heart, real desire and ASKING QUESTIONS!! Feast on the Word.
I love this so much! This is my first time clicking on your channel. Well said Hayden! I am going to stay here from now on.
See man, I just watched this video tonight with the missionaries that are assigned to my branch. The part where Hayden speaks on the Book of Mormon being figuratively sealed is SUPER deep if you think about it.
Congrats on the publishing company, that's exciting!
We are hand led how to weave a community in which we love and care for one another. I say thank you all day long.
Absolutely great insight here. Thank you for sharing this brother. You guys should have Michael Rush on if you have not yet. There is so much to the gospel I was missing out on for the exact reason you pointed out here. May God continue to bless you both.
I’ve read all of Michael B Rush’s books… very interesting stuff!… I believe he s calling is to help us better understand what’s coming ….
You make Incredible point here. Like I feel I need to rethink how I live my life and how I worship God. Thanks for the food for thought.
Very serious the Book of Mormon of course. I love it with all my heart . It is more precious than diamonds and rubies. So precious carol
Dude - I have been obsessed with this for the past 3-4 years.
I have caught the same bug recently too!
Dude, you are brainwashed.
Great you guys, stay on it. I can't even begin to explain what I've been learning; it's the best feeling in the world, and I'm on the front lines of these Last Days. I was told these days would happen and literally have been preparing all my life for it.
@@kristenmichelle2309 same here
Yeah, had a read on the Apocrypha, interesting take on the beginning. Book of Solomon was an inspiring read, such as "God abhors death.".
To add, I want to know what made Lehi, Father of Nephi, a prophet. Plus, how many more books are hidden for a reason.
This was great! I totally agree with you. Sadly, as a whole ( there's always exception) we think we are IT! We think the whole world revolves around us, we can do whatever, we are amazing. In some ways, yes, we are. But who do we think we are compared to the God of the Universe? We'd all do well to humble ourselves and put God into the centre of our lives and worship as we should.
Regards to the BoM or any scriptures, that's probably why Pres Nelson has been urging us to increase our spiritual capacity. To see and hear things that are not written or spoken. When you constantly strive for that and you get little spiritual nugets here and there, it's worth more than rubies. Thanks for these videos. Im so glad I found your channel.
Thank you for doing these videos. I am so excited about the archeological findings that give evidence of the Book of Mormon!! If only nonmembers would watch these videos!!
yes, I used to be one of those "half assed" mormons. only recently has God reached out and plucked this lost sheep back into the fold. and now I am petal to the metal true disciple. and it is true, i have "unsealed" doctrine that has been right before my eyes for 50 years.
Eyes to see and ears to hear! You hit it nail right on the head, brother! And that is to be able to hear what The Spirit is saying!
9:40 that is one reason I converted. I had a vision in my mind of a great tree. With branches and roots expanding forever in both directions. I felt like it was knowledge and mysteries I had never fathomed before. And it was knowledge about God, and life, and engineering of existence. ❤️
That sparked something inside of me, and I totally agree with your underlying point. Keep it up. You're inspiring us all. Repentance is real, and I can honestly say that this video helped me to make the decision, once again, to seek to repent and shove the natural man and put him in his place. Love it dawg💪
I had to speak on Easter in my ward. So I have been thinking a lot about how we celebrate religious holidays. I also looked at it in comparison to how ancient Israelites and modern Jews celebrate. My eyes were opened. Jews may eat a for specific and precise Passover meal while repeating the same prayer. We do that once a week at the Sacrament table. Jews may fast with a holiday, we strive to do that monthly. Jews may have a holiday that they build booths to remove them from their daily lives, we stop our daily life every six months to listen to prophetic messages.
Our two most religious holidays may have been over taken by commercialism, but I live my religion daily. So it doesn’t affect my relationship with my Savior.
Spot on! You're words ring true. Thank you for the insight I had never though of!
The book of Mormon is EVERYTHING ❤💯
Those are some excellent questions to ponder.
Really enjoyed this, thanks!
Bought it but it reads
D. John Butler
But it’s the only book with this title.
Great work the world needs these truths brought to life ❤
A publishing company?!?! Yes! Please publish more interesting things and Doctrine, you know, the stuff DB refuses to publish🙄 Cwic Media just had on Bruce Porter who said he has dozens of book that DB won't publish because they're "doctrine," and they want feel good "milk." Romance novels that quote a few scriptures. Will you publish Children's books? I have about 3 that I'm working on. More than milk, not quite meat... Let's say, chicky-nuggie stories based on the gospel.🤣
Send me an email hayden@thestickofjoseph.com!
Jesus must be the center and we build everything else around Him. That's a great lesson from the temple! I appreciate your question, "Would you take one billion dollars to stop reading The Book of Mormon and deny its veracity." Nope. There's nothing I want more in my life than to better my relationship with Christ and to get direction from the Holy Ghost. Thanks for your testimony.
You have confirmed
Things that I have felt. Thank you
As one who grew up Catholic I was surrounded by dozens of nuns, priests, monks who all literally gave up their entire lives for God and Jesus (no marriage). Their family was the parish flock or service missions. Talk about a commitment. I was continually astounded at their life long dedication. It was not my cup of tee though.
I have a housemate, who is a devout Catholic, and we have some amazing, challenging, and enlightening conversations about the difference between things like the Bible, the catechisms, book of Mormon, etc. We even end up talking about the non-canonized scriptures and other ancient texts. I was so surprised at how much the latter-day Saint Church and the Catholic Church have in common even though they also have a number of differences. The good thing is, I know that because Christianity in general is under fire right now, because of the secularism of the world, I know that I would stand up and defend, the Catholic faith as quickly as I would my own. It’s coming down to those of us who believe in Jesus Christ, and those who do not. I think we’re all going to have to stand together and link arms to support each other. That time is approaching rapidly, in my opinion. I don’t believe in the session of Saints and I don’t believe in the whole bowing down to statues etc. but as you said it is not my cup of tea. I would still defend their right to worship as they please though.
@@csluau5913 yeah I’ve had interesting conversations with my Catholic family as well. I drifted away from all religion 50 years ago opting for the non judgmental “just be a good person” path which suited me much better. I’m happy for any path that is chosen whether religious or secular as long as people are treated with love, respect, and compassion.
@@Zeett09 I get it. I do. I think for me personally, though, I want more. I am seeking a deeper level of spiritual understanding on a personal one-to-one basis that connects me to Christ, and to our heavenly father, and by extent our heavenly mother. To me the idea of a sacred divine family is absolutely fantastic and I love it and I embrace it. It’s interesting that the Catholics believe in a holy mother, but they have just picked the wrong one. The mother of Christ on earth was a type of divine mother. Just as there are many symbols and types of saviours. Between David Butler, and a number of other guests that have been on this show, and other things that have been said on other shows and other podcasts that I have paid attention to, and my deep interest in biblical archaeology and book of Mormon, archaeology, there are some really amazing and mind blowing things out there. People have no idea. Once you learn the language of the symbols and you truly trust your heart, in the hands of God, things are revealed to you. Things I can’t reveal here. The irony is that I’m not even a member of the church. I’m working on it though. Got a lot of things to overcome but I’m determined.
This is so cool. You guys are going places
Stoked to read Butler's new book. His first two books about the Book of Mormon were incredible.
You are not crazy for saying we have to combat secularism with intense spiritual devotion! We are serving a full time mission right now. Our kids are pretty much lost to us. I feel they worship the God of Entertainment the God of Fun, the God of Travel and Bucket lists. Our same aged friends are kindof the same. Then we see these refugees here who have such faith in God and I hate to say it but I'm ashamed of our American complacency and lack of focus in God and aiding in his work to build Zion and tje kingdom on earth. I hope you're reaching some of your generation with your zeal! We've loved your videos!
Love this my dudes, well done. Many of the holy prophets of the Old Testament and Book of Mormon "received" the sealed portion, a revelation from the beginning to the end or "vision of all", during their throne room theophany experience with YHWH. Joseph Smith taught us that we too can join their ranks! Gotta wrestle with that unbelief.
Amen!!
What do we do when we know we believe but still don’t receive? I’m struggling with this, not knowing if it is just patience or if something is wrong.
@@zionmama150 You are not alone sister. I've been seeking the face of my Second Comforter for 3 years, striving to get Babylon completely out of my heart and my home, cutting most media in favor of more holy pursuits, working on becoming authentically charitable, etc. All while knowing that His grace is what saves, and that a face to face encounter with Deity will be a gift of sheer grace. I think we keep striving, allowing him to correct our unbelief on the daily, praying *always*, and retaining the Spirit of Christ with a hope in Him. "Spiritual Preparation for the Second Coming - (11) -Sanctifying the heart, Israel, the Aleph eclipse" by Matt Jepson is an awesome video here on YT. It might help, if you haven't seen it. But I see your comments on a lot of videos by the awesome channels I follow, so you must be oriented in the right direction!
@@zionmama150try studying Avraham Gileady teachings, I went through his online podcast and found myself understanding Isaiah
@@scottishwarrior3547 I’m a little leery of him… many people following after him seem to exist in circles in the Church that practice and believe things I don’t feel are right.
Thank you for your wonderful testimony. ❤
Wow ..very good episode! Exactly what i needed to hear!... Thanks brother
“Sealed” has been a theme that I picked up 2 years ago in general conference and it has been on my mind and study since.
I’m only 2 minutes into the video and I’m wondering if the book will be sold at Desert Books.
We will see if they will pick it up! We will start off with just online sales!
I've been feeling this way as well. That there is so much more to the scriptures and that I am just too blind and deaf to see or hear. It's like the world has blinded me. I am the blind man whose eyes Jesus anointed with clay. Clay is dirt and water. Dirt is a symbol of the earth, the world, the flesh, etc. I believe the Great Healer was at work as the Great Teacher in this healing and that I, like the man with clay in his eyes, need to wash out the world from my eyes so that I can finally see. An until I do that, I will be blind.
When I went to the movie theater a while back, I noticed that the architecture, the lights, the high spires... the whole facade looked very temple-like. I realized... holy cow... this place is a temple to the image of the world. Like you, I'm either crazy... or I'm finally beginning to see.
God is calling people to wake up, thank you for being a light to shine in the darkness.
Conversely, and soberly stated, those who have given up the things of God paid to do so at the price of their eternal life.
Loved watching this video. I actually watched it on the big screen on the TV while I’m dog sitting for a family member who is out of town. Some very sad news though, I tried to leave comments on your videos on Instagram and they are being removed by Instagram. I hate to say it guys but social media is becoming more and more controlled now. Those of us who are followers of Christ are being censored and oppressed more often. Just so you know, if this continues to happen, I’ll probably be forced to leave Instagram. I hope that you guys can keep your channel running there. Anyone who is politically conservative or vocally Christian is repressed, in my case, shadow banned. Even trying to settle disputes and use a voice of reason to stop people from fighting in comments has gotten me banned or shut down. It makes no sense. Unless you understand that the reason these platforms exist now is to create controversy and promote contention. I’m so proud of you guys that you are trying really hard to present all different perspectives on a number of issues. That is a very constructive thing to do. I really enjoyed this video, and the heartfelt comments and testimony offered in it.
Excellent presentation and so needed for our time! Thanks so much!
You're on the right track. I like this definition: "To repent means to fully reconcile your ideas, desires, and actions to your sincere understanding of what's best." -Robert Smith of Upward thought on You tube. What does that say about us that we don't have the sealed portion yet? That the 3 Nephites are not around? That the Joseph Smith Translation is still incomplete and at the back of our books? That we don't talk much about the signs that follow the believers, That we don't know much about Baptism of Fire? I think the reason these things are being talked about more is because it is time to learn them in preparation for the judgment that is coming due to our negligence for not seeing what is right in front of us in our hands. We are in the situation described of by those who saw us, (2 Nephi 28; Mormon 8; Isaiah 28, 29; Jeremiah 23).
This was awesome, I clicked on your video for the first time and subscribed, I listened to a "Know Your Religion" speaker (back in the day when BYU speakers traveled a circuit to outlying stakes) and he said exactly what you just said, he raised the question and said "what if the sealed portion of the Book of Mormon is within the pages you already have". I've read the book of Mormon many times but not with pure intent, I want to change that and read it with intention and the desire to come to know God and even more. Thank you for your video. Can you tell us who David Butler is, I'm not familiar with his name.
Im excited already, and I'm only into the first half minute. Thank you (I've felt so alone); sharing and grateful for bumping into this podcast this morning.... it's what was on my mind this morning
Sooooo excited 🔥
I remember teaching on my mission from my own experience that although the text of the Book of Mormon does not change, the messages you receive from subsequent readings does/can change. I presumed that was because different parts speak to you at different times either as you mature or as you have different needs in life.
I had not thought about your perspective that your eyes are open to more line upon line as you are prepared for more, but it is an intriguing possibility to consider.
Thanks for posting this, it has given me things to think about and change.
We all could do some thinking and changing!
Where can I buy the book(In the Language of Adam)? Will the Deseret Book carry it? The Lord has been teaching me the Adamic Language in the DNA. It resonates in the sound of things...a gift I have had since I was a child. I have come to accept it makes me feel a little crazy at times (seeing and hearing things others don't in a physical world ) yet we obtain gifts and talents from the lineages within our DNA. The scriptures carry memory past, present and future to resonate the truth of all things. I believe, like you, it is time to pass through the veils of forgetfulness and open the eternal knowledge of who God is so we truly know our divine origin and rebirth in Jesus Christ. Thank you for your desire to unlock the sealed portion of the Book of Mormon. We share the same desire.
The reason why I would never exchange my testimony of the Book of Mormon for all the riches of the world is that without my testimony nothing else would matter.
Ive been $$$poor folk most my life, the only constant is Christ's love and grace, Heavenly Fathers mercy shown me. So billions or millions, I will keep the book. Money goes away, Book of Mormon brings real worth, direction, and helps me conect to our ancestors.
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Great episode, thank you.
The “price” of giving up reading the Book of Mormon, reminds me of Amulek with Zeezrom (Alma 11). Even Amulek wouldn’t deny the gospel even when enticed with money. ❤❤
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This topic takes me back to President Benson as far as our need to repent concerning our use of the BofM.
Concerning receiving more of the BofM, as I read 3 Ne.26:8-11 I hear the Lord saying that it is the Lamanites,to whom we as gentiles bring the BofM. that must receive it in faith sufficient to bring forth the sealed portion.In my view yes we as the general membership of the church do need to repent and take the BofM. more seriously, but also see that we get it in to the hands of the children of Lehi and encourage them to receive it in faith with true devotion.
Hayden, you are NOT crazy! You are right on. At 15:17 you roughly say, "there are so many times where I look back on my life where I say, I can't go do this church thing, or I can't read my scriptures, or I can't..." May I humbly offer a different word, other than can't? The word is WANT. We all fall into this natural man trap. At times we don't WANT to do the church thing or don't WANT to read our scriptures or don't WANT to go to the temple. The natural man is an enemy to God because the natural man only wants what he wants and does not want what God wants. The attribute that made Jesus perfect was the fact that He only wanted to do the will of his Father in all things from the beginning. Will equals want. Once we come to understand that, then sin is simply acting against the will of God. That is why we need repentance. When our wants conflict with what God wants, then we simply need to repent, cast aside our wants and do what God wants. That is the formula for having God give us all that He has to offer (including a knowledge of what is in the sealed portion of the gold plates). The sad truth is that we don't always recognize nor regulate our wants. We are naturally selfish. That is what gets us into trouble. Check out the book, "The Invisible Four-letter Word, The secret to getting what you really want in life" for deeper introspection into this concept of wants.
One other point, Helaman 10:4 confirms what James O’Keefe said. The Lord says to Nephi, Thou "hast not sought thy own life, but has sought my will." Once Nephi proved that his wants were the same as God's wants, and that he was willing (wanted) to lay down his life to do what God wanted, he was granted power beyond anything that could be granted by any supposed earthy authority.
Excellent message!! Thank you!!!
"Father of 2 maybe 3?" Bro, these are things you should be certain about! 💪🏼🤣👍🏼
I love when 😊Jesus comes to the Americans in the Book of Mormon.
Amen brother!
Love it, thanks Hayden!
The Gospel goal is for each individual to become a prophet in their own right.
BELIEVE ACTS 2:17-19 and Battle Hymn of the Republic Mine eyes have seen the glory of the coming of the Lord; Isaiah 66:18 He is trampling out the vintage where the grapes of wrath are stored; Isaiah 13:9 He hath loosed the fateful lightning of His terrible swift sword: Isaiah 65:12; His truth is marching on. Isaiah 42 :3-4 Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! His truth is marching on. I have seen Him in the watch-fires of a hundred circling camps; Isaiah 21:6; 52:8; 56:10 They have builded Him an altar in the evening dews and damps; Isaiah 27: 9-11 I have read His righteous sentence by the dim and flaring lamps; Isaiah 62:1; His day is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! His day is marching on. I have read a fiery gospel, writ in burnished rows of steel; Hebrews 12:29; 2 Corinthians 4:3 "As ye deal with My contemeners, so with you My grace shall deal;" John 1:17; Let the Hero, born of woman, crush the serpent with His heel. Genesis 3:15; Since God is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! Since God is marching on. He has sounded forth His trumpet that shall never call retreat; Joel 2:1-3,11 He is sifting out the hearts of men before His judgement-seat; Isaiah 49:4; O be swift, my soul, to answer Him; be jubilant, my feet! Isaiah 48:4-5; 65:12-16 Our God is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! Our God is marching on. In the beauty of the lilies Christ was born, across the sea, Micah 5:2; John 1:41-45; With a glory in His bosom that transfigures you and me; 2 Peter 1:17; As He died to make men holy, let us die to make men free! Matthew 16:24-26; While God is marching on. Glory, glory, hallelujah! Glory, glory, hallelujah! While God is marching on. Comment #60 3/27/ 24 I am NOT Crazy, the attack begins soon. Now "JUST" WEEKS AWAY. Bless the believers to PREPARE For Nuclear WAR. Comment #133 on 3/28/ 24
There's a great book by an LDS author that shows that there is perfect harmony between the prophetic statements concerning the garden of Eden being in Missouri and the Old Testament account concerning the garden of Eden. It's called Canaan, Babylon, and Egypt A Comparative Theological Analysis on Creation sold by Eborn Books.
Excellent ✨️ i engulf myself in the BOM daily
Thank you so much for your channel and messages like this one , I saw the videos with butler all 7 hours 😂 I’ve since read both of his books and can truly say my eyes have been opened aswell! Excited for the new book that’s huge news!
I regret not looking more into your booth in detail at the Mountain America Expo Center. I did see you there but had no idea who you were
This is a great opportunity for me to pick up the pace
Very true. There WAS a time you could get away with not fully committing yourself to God. That time is no longer. And it is because so many became spiritually apathetic that we are in this situation. It is time to go back or there will be consequences.
Hahaha 🤣 I listened to 1.5 speed . So do I . That was supper fast for me too hahah .
I feel this! I struggle every year with the secularism of Easter and Christmas. I do not allow images of Santa/elves/etc in my home. I decorate with nativities. This year I bought a ham to cook up for Easter dinner. Since then I’ve had a burning desire to have a Passover feast instead. I’ve been learning about the traditions of the Jewish people and plan to teach my family about the Seder Plate, Exodus and how it relates to Christ. We’ll have a Mediterranean and biblical inspired meal.
@thestickofjoseph I want to thank you for this video. It was such a powerful video to me. I felt the truthfulness and inspiration to do better. There are many nay sayers in the comment section don't let it bother you for one moment. Satan always rises up against truth And that which would lead people closer to God. Thank you again, prayers that you are able to continue this mission as it were; bringing Hope, joy and light to all who listen to your podcast.
0:00 - Question of what price we would put on our religion/faith. If it's not our life, then we are for sale.
0:29 - The gold plates Joseph Smith received had a sealed portion, making up 2/3 of the plates.
0:41 - Another "sealed portion" of the Book of Mormon is only available to those who take it seriously.
1:09 - Announcement of a new book "In the Language of Adam" being published by the channel's new publishing company Plain and Precious Publishing, coming out May 1st.
2:20 - Further discussion of the sealed portion of the Book of Mormon, both physical and spiritual.
2:56 - Story from Russell M. Nelson about giving a Book of Mormon to an African king, who valued it more than diamonds or rubies. Question of how much we value the Book of Mormon.
6:27 - Verses about the Lord revealing the sealed portion in his due time when people repent and exercise faith.
8:10 - The sealed spiritual portion is a message hidden in plain sight, only available to those truly seeking to know God.
10:20 - Clip discussing the price/value we put on truth and faith needing to be our life, or else we can be compromised.
12:29 - Anecdote about a Marine converting to Judaism, feeling Christianity has become corrupted by pagan influences in its holidays.
14:11 - Reflection that Latter-Day Saints need to make the gospel the center of their lives, not try to fit religion into their existing life.
17:01 - Closing questions about what we need to repent of to have the sealed portions (physical and spiritual) revealed to us.
Thanks bro! I'll add this to the description.
@@thestickofjoseph no problem!
It's interesting to hear you talk about your experiences and how you are seeking to unseal a portion of the Book of Mormon that you have not seen or read before. There are probably various levels to peel back like a head of lettuce. What I am finding is that as I begin to peel back one layer I realize there is another layer, and then I realize there are probably more layers beneath. The interesting thing for me is that as I begin to peel back more layers, the religious responsibilities that you talk about as being important in serving your God become nearly irrelevant for me. It's not about a church of this world or responsibilities that men have placed upon me. I want to do what God wants me to do. And that just happened to be that God did not have a use for me to stay in the church. I tried to preach repentance, and I tried to promote change. Sadly, there was complete resistance. I realized I was going to a doctor that was giving me the wrong prescription. I wasn't getting better, and I wasn't getting healthier. Where I was getting the care and treatment that I needed was personally with God finding every step of the way in his light. The Book of Mormon is not very fond of organized religion of the Latter-day Saints. I think we need to all realize there is a layer of messaging here that speaks directly to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. And does the church at large know what the Book of Mormon says about the church? Our eyes are closed, and our ears are shut. May God have mercy.
Where is this book to be found? It is nowhere on any internet source I can see.
Can’t wait to get the book.
"For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith, and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God, not by works, so that no one can boast." Ephesians 2:v8
Love this!! ❤