Now that general conference has concluded, Kurt Francom covers best practices in teaching each general conference talk in elders quorum and Relief Society.
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Host Ezekiel Griffin, a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints from the South, delivers fascinating and very informative discussions about the doctrines and beliefs of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints with the purpose of promoting a correct understanding of the LDS Church and answering the popular question: "What's the difference?" Ezekiel tells you what he believes and exactly why he believes it!
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Booker Bales Part 2 "An Elder's Quorum President"
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In Part 2 Booker talks about his role and responsibilities as an Elder's Quorum president in his local ward. We also talk about the General Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and what happens with the incredible amounts of money the church accumulates. Enjoy Booker's great religious insight as a once western, now "Southern S…
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Booker Bales is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, a local business owner (Connect Water Alabama), a husband, a father and just a good dude that moved his family to the South from Nevada. Booker truly is a "Southern Saint." In Part 1, we get to know Booker, we talk about religious opposition his family faced recently, The …
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Elder Kearon - God’s Intent Is to Bring You Home - Apr 2024
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Pres. Nelson - Rejoice in the Gift of Priesthood Keys - April 2024
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Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFxt_mhHJb0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1MJTq8WJeA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hKyu9KkX37c https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/04/where-are-the-keys-and-authority-of-the-priesthood?lang=engBy Kurt Francom
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Elder Pieper - Trust in the Lord - Apr 2024
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This episode explains the unique perspective of The Fall of Adam and Eve held by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. Some view The Fall as a mistake, ruining a potentially great thing for all the rest of us. Latter-Day Saints don't see it that way. How is The Fall really a blessing and part of the divine plan? This episode d…
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Elder Robert M. Daines - Sir, We Would Like to See Jesus - Feat. Jarrod Guddat
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What do Latter-Day Saints believe about Faith and Works? This episode dives into the understanding of Faith and Works and their role in salvation.By Ezekiel
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Homosexuality, Gender, Same Sex Attraction and the Church
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What is the position of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints on homosexuality, gender, same sex marriage and same sex attraction? And why do they stand so firm in their position? This episode digs into that.By Ezekiel
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Zeke discusses the misconception that members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints believe in a different Jesus. Where does this false understanding come from? Do they believe in a different Jesus? What Jesus do they really believe in?By Ezekiel
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Pres. Dallin H. Oaks - Kingdoms of Glory - Feat. David Snell
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Sister Tamara W. Runia - Seeing God's Family Through the Overview Lens - Feat. Ganel-Lyn Condie
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Zeke discusses a unique teaching of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints: A pre-mortal life. This episode if the first of three that answers three main questions: 1. Where did we come from? 2. Why are we here on this earth? 3. Where do we go after we die?By Ezekiel
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Every wonder why members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints don't drink coffee or tea? Well, this episode dives into that. Enjoy!By Ezekiel
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A brief discussion on The Book of Mormon and what it claims to be.By Ezekiel
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Ever wondered why Latter-day Saints build Temples? Ever wondered what Latter-day Saints do inside the Temple? Do Latter-day Saints really baptize for the dead in the Temple? Well, Zeke talks about all that and more...By Ezekiel
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Part 1: God The Father, Jesus Christ and The Holy Ghost
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Part 1 of the series Zeke discusses what members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints believe about the Godhead or the Holy Trinity. While many things are similar there are specific differences in what members of the Church of Jesus Christ and other Christian churches believe. Enjoy and share with your friends.…
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"Mormons" and you: What's the difference?
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Zeke begins a new series of episodes that focuses on answering the frequently asked question: What's the difference between your religion and mine?By Ezekiel
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Joined by Co-Host Ethan, Zeke gets in the commercial business for a weight loss camp and calls a Bed and Breakfast in Idaho looking for a place to stay and do a little catfish fishing!By Ezekiel
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Vincent Anderson Pt. 2 "The Preacher Detective"
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Zeke and Southern Baptist Preacher Vincent Anderson, talk religion. Topics include: Benefits of regular church attendance, the general decline of religion in America, Homosexuality in the church and finally the funny videos Vincent produces on social media to promote faith.By Ezekiel
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Orion Trunk is a stand up Comedian who can be found making his rounds in comedy clubs in Utah. The conversation dives into Orion's start in performing stand up comedy, his influences and just good ole conversation.By Ezekiel
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Zeke takes you back to the days of Momma's good ole buttermilk biscuits and little knucklehead boys fighting over the last piece of bacon. Zeke also talks about the time he discovered a body on the restroom floor of a La Quinta Inn!By Ezekiel
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General Thoughts: This is a fantastic sermon! So don't fall into the trap of retelling the sermon. The talk includes references to Mark 2:1-12. You may want to consider finding Come Follow Me resources about these chapters to further inform your lesson preparation You could focus on the 4 individuals who carry the man stricken with palsy. If you do…
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General Thoughts: Don't stay on the surface of forgiveness. Forgiveness is more complicated than a simple commandment. The instructor needs to take 5-10 minutes warming up the class so that they are willing to share personal stories of forgiveness during the class. Don't share Sister Yee's stories; share personal stories from your own life or from …
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Mini Ep: Teaching Doctrine from General Conference
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Link: Doctrine: Models to Evaluate Types and Sources of Latter-day Saint TeachingsBy Kurt Francom
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General Thoughts: Figure out a way, to sum up the parable of the marriage feast without taking much of your lesson time Parables cause you to go two levels deep in order to find the doctrine. Don't make it about the behavior of wearing the temple garment. If you reference the temple garment, make it about the doctrines connected to the temple garme…
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General Observations: She packs a lot into each paragraph so don't move the class to quickly through each paragraph. This is the importance of only picking one specific doctrine to consider during the class (maybe two). Create a lot of time for the class to digest the content. Warm Up: Upside down glasses Buy or ask if someone in your ward owns it …
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Pres. Russell M. Nelson - Overcome the World and Find Rest
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Warmup: Start with a basic question to get everyone talking Engagement Activity: Find 3-5 paragraphs and invite them to digest the content in groups of 2-4. Questions: How does sobering news impact you? Why is feeling love from Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ vital? How do overwhelm and exhaustion typically show up for you? What does rest through …
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A new podcast to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to teach a general conference talk in church.By Kurt Francom
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Zeke reads more fan mail and tells the wild story of him getting arrested while a missionary in Clearlake California!By Ezekiel
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Thomas Wadsworth is a United States Marine Corp veteran, somewhat of a heath and nutrition expert (he wont admit to it but he is) and an all around great guy. We talk about some of his experiences in Marine Corp boot camp, deployment, his visit to the Holy Land, health, nutrition and a little about his job with Southern Tire Mart.…
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Lead singer and guitarist Chad Thomas, of the rising country band "AC Thomas," sits down with Zeke and talks music, faith, being at the Grand Ole Opry and collaborating with big names like Colt Ford! http://acthomasmusic.com/By Ezekiel
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Zeke sits down with and has a fascinating conversation with two missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Zeke ask lots of questions that perhaps you have always wanted to know the answer to or have been very curious about when it come to the lifestyle of the guys who wear the white shirts and ties with the little black nam…
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Have you ever talked to a southerner and asked why they always say ma'am and sir? Zeke explains why.By Ezekiel
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Ever been snipe hunting? Well, Zeke explains traditional snipe hunting in the South.By Ezekiel
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Vincent, the pastor of Pittsboro First Baptist, sits down with Zeke and answers some tough questions including: Why do you believe in God? How do you explain God to someone who knows nothing about God? How Does God answer prayers? Fascinating conversation with a great guy! Plus I'm super jealous of his incredible voice!!!…
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Heart Attacks and Rock Music with Nick Phillips
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Zeke sits down with Nick Phillips, lead singer and bass guitar player for the band "South of Memphis."By Ezekiel
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Zeke has Morgan Turner, crowned Mrs. Mississippi in 2019, in the studio to talk about her journey to becoming Mrs. Mississippi, the ins and outs of the pageant and of course all with a healthy dose of Zeke and Jiggy humor!By Ezekiel
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Stretch is absolutely hilarious. You can't believe everything he says but boy does he have stuff to say!By Ezekiel
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Prison shanks and bullet holes! Stories from work.
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Zeke and Jiggy tell awesome stories from their former jobs which include working for the federal prison system and being a maintenance manager for a large apartment complex outside Nashville.By Ezekiel
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A very special Christmas message from Zeke and Jiggy
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Zeke shares fascinating insight into the Shepherds mentioned in Luke Chapter 2By Ezekiel
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A southern black man's perspective on the rebel flag, racism, reparations and more...
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Zeke sits down in the studio with Robert Bean to discuss the hot topic of racism. We discuss his own families experiences with integration into Mississippi schools in the 1960's, the rebel flag, reparations, and defunding the police. He shares several stories from his past, giving him a unique perspective that everyone needs to hear.…
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Zeke Has The Apizza Guy in the studio to talk about his infamous pizza review in a small town that garnered over 30 thousand views on Facebook, thousands of comments, physical threats and a trip to Facebook jail! A resident of the town calls in to the podcast and tells The Apizza Guy what he really thinks about the review! The pizza review that lit…
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