Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

D&C [D&C 51-57]

“A Faithful, a Just, and a Wise Steward”

May 26 – June 1, 2025

WEEK 22 SUMMARY

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Doctrine and Covenants sections 51 to 57 cover a range of revelations given to the early Latter-day Saints during a time of gathering and establishment. Section 51 deals with the law of consecration and stewardship, outlining how resources are to be managed among the Saints by Bishop Edward Partridge. Section 52 provides instruction for the first high priests' conference and the calling of missionaries to spread the gospel. Section 53 and 54 address personal revelations to Sidney Gilbert and Newel Knight, respectively. Section 55 outlines the calling of William W. Phelps and the printing of Church materials. Lastly, Section 56 serves as a warning against pride and disobedience, while Section 57 identifies Independence, Missouri, as the center place of Zion and directs the purchase of lands for the gathering of the Saints. These sections collectively guide the Saints in their efforts to establish Zion and live according to the principles of the gospel.

SPARK 1: DIVINE ORGANIZATION

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OBJECT LESSON: “A Pattern in All Things”: Climbing Kites

SPARK 2: ALL ROADS LEAD TO ZION

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OBJECT LESSON: “This is the Land of Promise”: Zion Rising Fire Snakes

SPARK 3: DEEPLY ROOTED

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OBJECT LESSON: “Be Planted in the Land of Zion”: Perennial Flower Tags

CHAPTERS

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00:00:14 INTRO

00:03:42 QUICK GLANCE

00:07:03 SPARK 1 INSIGHTS

00:16:40 SPARK 1 OBJECT LESSON

00:21:23 SPARK 1 QUESTIONS

00:23:54 SPARK 2 INSIGHTS

00:31:54 SPARK 2 OBJECT LESSON

00:38:45 SPARK 2 QUESTIONS

00:41:22 SPARK 3 INSIGHTS

00:51:03 SPARK 3 OBJECT LESSON

00:54:34 SPARK 3 QUESTIONS

00:58:15 WRAP UP

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CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST DISCLAIMER

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