Is plural marriage a requirement in the Celestial Kingdom? As Joseph has a few moments of respite in Nauvoo, he has more time for theological reflection and as these sections reflect. Dr. Kate Holbrook shares her research regarding marriage. Show notes: followhim.co/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Enjoy this podcast? Download the Our Turtle House app and access thousands of hours of fun and inspirational firesides, talks, devotionals, and podcasts (including the FollowHim podcast) that your whole family will enjoy! Get the app here: turtle.link/app 00:01 Welcome to followHIM Episode 46 02:00 Introduction of Dr. Holbrook 06:40 Background to Doctrine and Covenants, Sections 129-132 07:44 Joseph has time to rest and reflect and so these sections are more theological 08:40 The “same sociality” exists in the next life 10:36 The importance of gaining intelligence and what we take to the next life 13:23 Obedience to certain laws brings specific blessings 13:51 Hank personal story of gratitude for commandments 15:39 Section 131 regarding the importance of marriage and celestial glory and the need for the Restoration and clarification of marriage in the next life 22:18 Background to Section 132 25:13 The background to the Abrahamic Covenant 30:50 New and everlasting covenants is the restored gospel of Jesus Christ 35:37 The Lord begins by discussing marriage including one man and one woman and the Holy Spirit of Promise 42:41 The Savior’s part in marriage and relationships 44:55 Conditions that don’t allow for the Holy Spirit of Promise in an eternal marriage 46:51 Dr. Holbrook shares a personal story regarding repentance 50:53 Sealings in the next life involve agency #doctrineandcovenants #comefollowme #ourturtlehouse