What does it mean to be a Christian? As Paul writes from prison to the Philippians and Colossians, Professor Lori Denning explores rejoicing despite trials and grace and learning to lean on the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

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• 00:00 Part 1–Professor Lori Denning
• 02:49 Introduction of Professor Lori Denning
• 04:22 Background to Philippians and Colossians
• 09:45 Paul and Joseph Smith
• 11:59 Roman armor and Alexander’s father
• 14:55 Lydia and selling purple
• 18:47 Philippians 1:1
• 20:18 Tips for reading Paul’s letters
• 21:44 Philippians 1:3-4, 11
• 23:20 Justice and righteousness
• 27:06 Rejoice amidst trials
• 30:00 Alive in Christ
• 32:51 Community and mourning
• 39:22 Professor Denning shares a personal story of her mission
• 43:13 A song in Philippians 2
• 45:36 Chiasmus or “hamburger” poem
• 47:06 Star Wars musical motifs and musical themes
• 51:07 Background to the poem 
• 55:27 The middle and the love of God
• 56:55 Professor Denning shares a personal story about brain surgery
• 1:01:19 Elder Bateman and the Atonement of Jesus Christ
• 1:03:56 Joseph in Egypt and Jesus
• 1:07:35 Philippians 3:13-14
• 1:11:07 President Benson’s “Beware of Pride”
• 1:14:47 End of Part I–Professor Lori Denning

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