As Isaiah approaches the presence of God his inadequacy and sin begin to manifest in an overwhelming way. We learn about how God responds to us when we retreat from his presence. We see how God has a strong desire to cleanse us and make us feel worthy to be in his presence.

Verse by verse analysis of 2 Nephi 12. Discussion about the great prophecy of all nations flowing to the Lord's house, as well as our response to God's glory.

A verse by verse analysis of Isaiah 51. Discussing the importance of understanding our past -- look unto the rock from whence ye are hewn. Also discussing the meaning of God's call to awake.

This will be the first podcast in a series where we will go through the Isaiah chapters verse by verse. This is one of the best chapters in the book of Isaiah. It looks at the feelings of abandonment by Isaiah, Israel, the individual and the Christ. It shows how faith in the redeeming or helping power of God confronts the adversarial forces in a triumphant way.

What are the Covenants of the Lord? How do these covenants relate to the Abrahamic and everlasting covenant? In this episode we discuss the covenant that God made to Adam and follow the covenant promises as they are handed down to Israel. This discussion will give you the proper context for understanding Isaiah and the themes of the scattering and gathering of Israel.

In this episode I review some of the most significant verses found in 1 Nephi Chapters 9-17 are discussed.

In this episode I focus on Nephi's example of faith. Namely the idea that one must not only believe in God, but believe in God's ability to work in and through the individual. As a contrast to Nephi's example, I review helpful lessons from Laman and Lemuel in order to help us all to believe in that God will manifest His power in our own lives.

This episode is an analysis of Lehi's dream in combination with the Savior's parable of the sower/soils in Matt 13. We discuss the path to the tree of life and the significance of the word of God.

This episode reviews many of the significant verses and principles taught in 1 Nephi 1-7

What is the goodness of God? How does a knowledge of God's goodness change us? Is God truly good? This episode seeks to address these questions. In connection with the goodness of God the topic of gratitude is discussed.