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What if the key to better gospel teaching isn't more discussion, but greater clarity? In this episode of Deny Us Not Scripture Study, we explore the power of learning targets—simple, intentional statements that help teachers and learners stay focused on what truly matters. Drawing from educational research and gospel teaching principles, we'll discuss how learning targets can improve Sunday School lessons, family scripture study, councils, and other learning settings. Discover how defining a clear purpose for your lesson can create more meaningful discussions, stronger engagement, and greater opportunities for the Spirit to teach and testify. Because effective gospel teaching begins with knowing where you're trying to go.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
All content of this podcast represents the opinions of the producers and do not represent official teachings or positions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
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What happens when we bring the best principles of education into our gospel teaching? In this episode of Deny Us Not Scripture Study, we explore the connection between church and education and challenge the idea that preparation and planning somehow limit the Spirit. Meaningful discussions don't happen by accident—they happen when teachers intentionally prepare, understand their learners, ask purposeful questions, and create opportunities for engagement. We'll discuss practical strategies for planning lessons, councils, and family discussions that invite participation, deepen learning, and make room for the Holy Ghost to teach and testify. Faithful teaching isn't about choosing between planning and the Spirit—it's about using preparation to create the conditions where inspired learning can flourish.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
All content of this podcast represents the opinions of the producers and do not represent official teachings or positions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
#jesus #christ #jesuschrist #bookofmormon #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #lds #scriptures #josephsmith #god #faith #christian #temple #temples #ldstemple #ldstemples #ldshistory #d&c #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #priesthood #restoration #sacrament #holyweek #easter #christmas
Merry Christmas, everyone!
Get Dr. Thompson's new Christmas Advent Book: Tell Me The Stories Of Christmas
The purpose of this podcast is to help provide a short introduction and supplement to your weekly study of the Doctrine and Covenants.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
#jesus #christ #jesuschrist #bookofmormon #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #lds #scriptures #josephsmith #god #faith #christian #temple #temples #ldstemple #ldstemples #ldshistory #d&c #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #priesthood #restoration #sacrament #holyweek #easter #christmas
December 15–21: “The Family Is Central to the Creator’s Plan”
Get Dr. Thompson's new Christmas Advent Book: Tell Me The Stories Of Christmas
The purpose of this podcast is to help provide a short introduction and supplement to your weekly study of the Doctrine and Covenants.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
#jesus #christ #jesuschrist #bookofmormon #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #lds #scriptures #josephsmith #god #faith #christian #temple #temples #ldstemple #ldstemples #ldshistory #d&c #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #priesthood #restoration #sacrament #holyweek #easter #christmas
December 1–7: “The Vision of the Redemption of the Dead”
Doctrine and Covenants 137–138
Get Dr. Thompson's new Christmas Advent Book: Tell Me The Stories Of Christmas
The purpose of this podcast is to help provide a short introduction and supplement to your weekly study of the Doctrine and Covenants.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
#jesus #christ #jesuschrist #bookofmormon #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #lds #scriptures #josephsmith #god #faith #christian #temple #temples #ldstemple #ldstemples #ldshistory #d&c #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #priesthood #restoration #sacrament #holyweek #easter #christmas
November 24–30: He “Has Sealed His Mission and His Works with His Own Blood”
Doctrine and Covenants 135–136
Get Dr. Thompson's new Christmas Advent Book: Tell Me The Stories Of Christmas
Book Recommendation:
American Crucifixion: The Murder of Joseph Smith and the Fate of the Mormon Church by Alex Beam
The purpose of this podcast is to help provide a short introduction and supplement to your weekly study of the Doctrine and Covenants.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
November 3–9: “A Voice of Gladness for the Living and the Dead”
Doctrine and Covenants 125–128
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
#jesus #christ #jesuschrist #bookofmormon #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #lds #scriptures #josephsmith #god #faith #christian #temple #temples #ldstemple #ldstemples #ldshistory #d&c #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #priesthood #restoration #sacrament #holyweek #easter #christmas
A supplementary episode covering the end of Doctrine and Covenants Section 132, since that portion was cut from the first episode.
Doctrine and Covenants 132
Book Recommendations:
Let's Talk About Polygamy by Brittany Chapman Nash
Get Dr. Thompson's new Christmas Advent Book: Tell Me The Stories Of Christmas
November 17–23: “Prepare Ye for the Coming of the Bridegroom”
Doctrine and Covenants 133–134
Get Dr. Thompson's new Christmas Advent Book: Tell Me The Stories Of Christmas
Book Recommendation:
The Council of Fifty: What the Records Reveal about Mormon History
The purpose of this podcast is to help provide a short introduction and supplement to your weekly study of the Doctrine and Covenants.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
November 3–9: “A Voice of Gladness for the Living and the Dead”
Doctrine and Covenants 125–128
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
#jesus #christ #jesuschrist #bookofmormon #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #lds #scriptures #josephsmith #god #faith #christian #temple #temples #ldstemple #ldstemples #ldshistory #d&c #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #priesthood #restoration #sacrament #holyweek #easter #christmas
November 10–16: “I Have Seen Your Sacrifices in Obedience”
Doctrine and Covenants 129–132
Book Recommendations:
Let's Talk About Polygamy by Brittany Chapman Nash
Get Dr. Thompson's new Christmas Advent Book: Tell Me The Stories Of Christmas
The purpose of this podcast is to help provide a short introduction and supplement to your weekly study of the Doctrine and Covenants.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
November 3–9: “A Voice of Gladness for the Living and the Dead”
Doctrine and Covenants 125–128
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
#jesus #christ #jesuschrist #bookofmormon #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #lds #scriptures #josephsmith #god #faith #christian #temple #temples #ldstemple #ldstemples #ldshistory #d&c #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #priesthood #restoration #sacrament #holyweek #easter
Get Dr. Thompson's new Christmas Advent Book: Tell Me The Stories Of Christmas
The purpose of this podcast is to help provide a short introduction and supplement to your weekly study of the Doctrine and Covenants.
Host: Dr. Ryan Thompson
November 3–9: “A Voice of Gladness for the Living and the Dead”
Doctrine and Covenants 125–128
Connect with Dr. Thompson through email at [email protected]
You can check out Dr. Thompson's author page here
Deny Us Not Scripture Study is a value-for-value podcast. Please consider donating to the show:
Venmo: @rcthompson88
#jesus #christ #jesuschrist #bookofmormon #mormon #thechurchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #lds #scriptures #josephsmith #god #faith #christian #temple #temples #ldstemple #ldstemples #ldshistory #d&c #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #priesthood #restoration #sacrament #holyweek #easter
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