Unshaken Saints

Doctrine and Covenants 137-138: ”The Heavens were Opened”

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 137-138, Joseph Smith's 1836 vision of the Celestial Kingdom and Joseph F. Smith's 1918 vision of the redemption of the dead. This lesson focuses on God's surprising generosity, the salvation of children, the fate of the unevangelized, pondering the scriptures, multiplying time by multiplying messengers, God's "paternal regard" and "ample provision," and more. Time stamps:
   - Historical background - 3:10
   - Study of D&C 137 - 6:33
   - Study of D&C 138 - 35:11

Doctrine and Covenants 135-136: ”Endings and Beginnings” (The Martyrdom of Joseph Smith)

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 135-136, John Taylor's description of the martyrdom of Joseph Smith and a revelation to Brigham Young as the pioneers were pursuing their westward journey. This lesson focuses on the last days of Joseph Smith, a rhetorical analysis of the Nauvoo Expositor, Joseph Smith's role in extending the blessings of salvation through Christ, our journey through the wilderness, preparing for those who come behind, comparing the Exoduses of ancient and modern Israel, the "Wander, Wander Die" principle, and more. Time stamps:
   - Background on the Martyrdom of Joseph Smith - 4:34
   - The Nauvoo Expositor - 15:10
   - Study of D&C 135 - 45:28
   - Study of D&C 136 - 1:32:46

Doctrine and Covenants 133-134: ”Go Ye Out of Babylon”

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 133-134, the appendix of the Doctrine and Covenants and a statement of beliefs regarding governments. This lesson focuses on preparing for the Second Coming, Zioni vs. Babylon, the shortest verse in all scripture, a prophet of the lost tribes, robes of reminding red, the separation of Church and State, the free exercise of religion, cultural compromises regarding slavery, and more. Time stamps:
   - Background of D&C 133 - 3:43
   - Study of D&C 133 - 10:17
   - Study of D&C 134 - 1:43:31

Doctrine and Covenants 132: ”The New & Everlasting Covenant” (part 2 of 2 - Celestial Marriage & Plural Marriage)

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 132, a revelation about eternal marriage and plural marriage. This lesson focuses on the oversexualization of society, rules and exceptions, legal loopholes, the law of God, till death do you part, the weight of glory, revelation and commandment, Abrahamic tests, Emma Smith, and more.

Doctrine and Covenants 129-131: ”The New & Everlasting Covenant” (part 1 of 2)

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 129-131, revelations about discerning heavenly messengers, miscellaneous items of instruction, and the highest degree of the Celestial Kingdom. This lesson focuses on studying plural marriage, discerning truth from error, glorified sociality, the Urim & Thummim, knowledge and intelligence, exaltation, having your calling and election made sure, and more.
Time stamps:
   - Studying Plural Marriage - 2:08
   - Study of D&C 129 - 11:50
   - Study of D&C 130 - 35:55
   - Study of D&C 131 - 1:39:24

Doctrine and Covenants 125-128: ”For the Living and the Dead”

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 125-128, revelations about building up the Church near Nauvoo, the ministry of Brigham Young, and baptisms for the dead. This lesson focuses on how we live vs. where we live, unity and diversity, religious work/life balance, exploratory interviews, attitude in adversity, bold and binding doctrines, welding links, scriptural flexibility, exclamation points, and more. Time stamps:
   - Historical Background - 0:45
   - Study of D&C 125 - 10:47
   - Study of D&C 126 - 28:15
   - Study of D&C 127 - 45:59
   - Study of D&C 128 - 1:16:36

Doctrine and Covenants 124: ”A House unto My Name”

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 124, a revelation regarding the building up of Nauvoo, particularly the Nauvoo Temple and the Nauvoo House. This lesson focuses on bold proclamations, integrity vs. "iffyness," baptisms for the dead, order vs. enthusiasm, Temple ordinances, accepting will for deed, welcoming weary travelers, "investing" in the Kingdom of God, and more.

Doctrine and Covenants 121-123: ”Peace Be unto Thy Soul”

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 121-123, excerpts from a letter written by Joseph Smith while imprisoned in Liberty Jail. This lesson focuses on faith through affliction, enduring it well, false accusations, the knowledge of God, unrighteous dominion, confidence before God, hitting Rock bottom, the chains of hell, remaining workways, and more. 
Time stamps:
   - Historical Background - 3:19
   - Study of D&C 121 - 19:09
   - Study of D&C 122 - 1:53:56
   - Study of D&C 123 - 2:12:33

Doctrine and Covenants 115-120: ”Sacrifice Shall Be More Sacred”

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 115-120, revelations about establishing the Church in Far West, Missouri. This lesson focuses on the name of the Church, lights and standards, cornerstones and capstones, divine patterns, Adam-ondi-Ahman, overcoming materialism and covetousness, impossible missions, tithing, and more. 
Time stamps:
   - Historical Background - 5:31
   - Study of D&C 115 - 12:31
   - Study of D&C 116 - 57:03
   - Study of D&C 117 - 1:08:13
   - Study of D&C 118 - 1:44:15
   - Study of D&C 119 - 2:07:48
   - Study of D&C 120 - 2:21:11

Doctrine and Covenants 111-114: ”All Things for Your Good”

A verse-by-verse study of Doctrine and Covenants 111-114, revelations about a trip to Salem, Massachusetts, the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, questions from the book of Isaiah, and filling vacancies in Church leadership. This lesson focuses on the best of times and the worst of times, trust vs. cynicism, divinity vs. humanity, bringing faith out of folly, the heads and tails of individual attributes, treasures of many kinds, screenwriter vs. coach, filling shoes, asking questions, scriptural flexibility, and more.
Time stamps:
   - Historical Background - 0:41
   - Study of D&C 111 - 14:40
   - Study of D&C 112 - 55:08
   - Study of D&C 114 - 1:45:36
   - Study of D&C 113 - 1:53:15