This week, we dive into the sections that talk about plural marriage (better known as polygamy). Unpack these sections with Taylor, Tyler, and their guest, Jenny Reeder, as they share insights into the practice of polygamy in the early Church. Stay to the end to hear a touching story about Joseph and Emma. ____________________ *Download our free scripture study tool: www.scriptureplus.org/ *Sign up for our weekly emails to receive notifications and more Come, Follow Me resources: forms.aweber.com/form/87/2078810487.htm ____________________ Come Follow Me Insights is a production by Book of Mormon Central, edited and produced by Benjamin Griffin with assistance from Joshua Taylor. Video recordings and audio editing by Zander Sturgill. Video subtitles/transcripts by Carol Jones and timestamps by Tammy Hulse. Special Thanks to Taylor Halverson and Tyler Griffin for volunteering countless hours to make these videos a reality, and a very special thanks to Kiplin Griffin for content editing and review. ____________________ 0:00 The practice of polygamy was a difficult period in church history. Historical background about plural marriage in the newly restored church. 2:17 D&C 129-130 provides instructions on a variety of topics: keys for the discerning of spirits, a celestial earth, civil war prophecy, agency and obedience, the Godhead. 7:28 D&C 131 provides additional insight about the Celestial Kingdom. To obtain the highest level in the Celestial Kingdom, one must enter the new and everlasting covenant of marriage. 10:45 D&C 132 The new and everlasting covenant of marriage, the Abrahamic Covenant, and laws governing plural marriage. 14:50 Section 132 was a private revelation to Joseph and Emma. Brigham Young had it read to the church membership in 1852 when plural marriage was made public. 19:08 The rule or law of marriage and its exceptions. Cross reference with Jacob 2: 27-30; D&C 42: 22; D&C 49: 16. 24:48 Emma’s character and struggle with plural marriage. 31:56 The revelation and practice of plural marriage in the church. The contrast between Joseph Smith’s practice and Brigham Young’s practice. 37:10 What does a church historian have to say to people who have concerns about polygamy? 42:33 D&C 132. Why marriage must be practiced consistent with the laws of God, performed under proper authority, and sealed by the Holy Spirit of Promise to be in effect in the next life. 48:50 Plural marriage was practiced by Abraham. Both Abraham and Sarah have entered into their exaltation. 53:12 What do we know about plural marriage in the eternities? 58:21 Conclusion: A beautiful story about Joseph and Emma Smith, their redemption and receiving a crown of righteousness. ____________________ This channel may make use of copyrighted material, the use of which has not always been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. This constitutes a 'fair use' of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US Copyright Law. #BookofMormonCentral #ComeFollowMeInsights #SpreadLightAndGoodness

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