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  • 09. Come, Follow Me Geneis 18 - 23, Feb 23- March 1, Is anything too hard for the Lord?

    09. Come, Follow Me Geneis 18 - 23, Feb 23- March 1, Is anything too hard for the Lord?
    2026/02/23
    COME, FOLLOW ME MOMS Week 9: Genesis 18–23 “Is Any Thing Too Hard for the Lord?” 🎧 20–25 Minute Episode “The Savior is never closer to you than when you are facing or climbing a mountain with faith.” — President Russell M. Nelson, Christ Is Risen; Faith in Him Will Move Mountains Episode Overview Genesis 18–23 is not a collection of random stories. It is one powerful thread: God makes promises. God tests faith. God provides. God remembers. God rescues. God improves us in the proving. And the question He asked Sarah is the question He asks us: “Is any thing too hard for the Lord?” (Genesis 18:14) Not — Is motherhood too hard? Not — Is this season too hard? But — Is anything too hard for Him? This week we talk about: Waiting faith Leaving faith Sacrificing faith Mountain-climbing faith Faith under pressure Faith that looks forward Faith that says, “Yes, Lord. I believe.” Is anything too hard for you? Yes. Is anything too hard for Jesus? No. Sarah, When Promises Feel Delayed Three holy men promise Sarah a son. Abraham was 100 years old. Sarah laughed. But here is the powerful truth: God didn’t cancel the promise because she laughed. Genesis 21:1 says: “And the Lord visited Sarah as he had said, and the Lord did unto Sarah as he had spoken.” He visited her. He fulfilled it. Not early. Not late. On time. God works on His time. Not emotional times. Not panic times. Not comparison times. Maybe you are waiting for: A child to come back to church Healing in your marriage Confidence A financial breakthrough Consistency in scripture study Healing in your health Children for your family to grow Faith doesn’t rush God. Faith trusts His timing. Hagar, God Meets Us in the Wilderness Hagar’s story is powerful doctrine. Sarah sends her away. She wanders in the wilderness with Ishmael. They run out of water. She can’t watch her son die. And what happens? “God heard the voice of the lad.” “Fear not.” “God opened her eyes, and she saw a well.” (Genesis 21) God did not remove the wilderness. He provided a well. Sometimes we pray: “Take this away.” And God says: “I will provide in it.” What is your wilderness right now? Exhaustion Anxiety Postpartum Teen struggles Loneliness Financial stress Physical sickness Spiritual dryness God hears you. God sees you. God opens wells for you. I believe in a God who provides. I believe in a God who speaks to women just like men. I believe in a God who meets us where we are and as we are. Lot’s Wife — Don’t Look Back The angels literally grabbed Lot’s family and pulled them out. That is grace. Lot didn’t walk out perfectly. He was pulled out. But then: “But his wife looked back…” Elder Jeffrey R. Holland teaches she didn’t just glance — she longed. She missed what she was leaving. Faith is forward-facing. What are you looking back at? Your pre-child body? Your old life? Past mistakes? Regret? “Before kids…” “Before this season…” You can learn from the past. But you cannot live in it. The past can teach you. But the present frees you. And faith pulls you forward. Abraham & Isaac — The Mountain of Obedience Three days to Mount Moriah. Three days walking toward what felt like loss. Three days without knowing there would be a ram. Abraham built the altar before he saw the ram. Genesis 22:8: “God will provide himself a lamb.” Genesis 22:14: “Jehovah-jireh” — The Lord will provide. Sometimes God tests us to see what we will do. Do we submit to God’s will like Abraham? This story is a powerful similitude of Christ. As taught in Elder Jeffrey R. Holland’s General Conference talk, Behold the Lamb of God: Only begotten son Carried the wood Willing submission Father offering the son A lamb provided But here is the difference: Abraham was stopped. Heavenly Father was not. When Abraham raised the knife, heaven intervened. When Christ carried the cross, heaven did not stop it. Because that was the ram for us. The ram on Mount Moriah points to the Lamb of God — Jesus Christ. Faith Moves Mountains President Russell M. Nelson taught: “The Savior is never closer to you than when you are facing or climbing a mountain with faith.” Mountains are not abandonment. They are proximity. Abraham climbed. You are climbing. Your listeners are climbing. And the Savior is closer than you think. What We Learn This Week 1️. God keeps promises in His timing. 2. God meets us in the wilderness. 3. God rescues us when we move forward in faith. 4. God tests us to improve us. 5. God always provides — even if not until the altar is built. And most importantly: The ram on Mount Moriah points to the Lamb of God. Jesus Christ. I believe in a God who provides. I believe He hears the cry of the mother in the wilderness. I believe He remembers His covenant. I believe He multiplies blessings. I believe He provides the ram. And I believe He sent the Lamb. Mamas… What mountain are you climbing? Is ...
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  • 08. Come, Follow Me Feb 16- Feb 22, Genesis 12-17, Abraham 1-2, To Be a Greater Follower of Righteousness, Scripture Study for LDS Moms

    08. Come, Follow Me Feb 16- Feb 22, Genesis 12-17, Abraham 1-2, To Be a Greater Follower of Righteousness, Scripture Study for LDS Moms
    2026/02/16
    Come, Follow Me Moms February 16–22 Genesis 12–17; Abraham 1–2 “To Be a Greater Follower of Righteousness” Welcome back to another week of Come, Follow Me Moms... your weekly scripture study podcast where we dig into the meat and potatoes of the lesson (and yes… potatoes are one of the only things staying down right now 😂 Pregnancy life!). This week we are in: Genesis 12–17 Abraham 1–2 (Pearl of Great Price) And wow there is so much to unpack. This episode is about: ✨ Covenants ✨ Identity ✨ Waiting ✨ Becoming ✨ And a God who is NEVER late “This isn’t just Abraham’s story. This is your covenant story.” 🗺️ Quick Overview of the Story Terah begat Abram (later Abraham), Nahor, and Haran (Genesis 11:27). Abraham’s father worshipped false gods and even attempted to sacrifice him. The Lord (Jesus Christ) saved Abraham. Abram and Sarai (later Sarah) leave their homeland with Lot. They prosper and become wealthy. Lot chooses the lush land near Sodom and Gomorrah. Abram takes the less desirable land. Lot is captured. Abram takes 318 trained men to rescue him. Melchizedek blesses Abram. God promises seed as numerous as the stars (Genesis 15:5). Sarah struggles with barrenness. Hagar bears Ishmael. At age 99, Abram’s name is changed to Abraham. Sarai becomes Sarah. The Abrahamic Covenant is renewed. Isaac is promised. So much covenant. So much grace. So much waiting. Righteous Desire Is the Starting Point 📖 Abraham 1:2 “I sought for the blessings of the fathers… desiring to be a greater follower of righteousness.” Abraham did not start perfect. He started with desire. He came from: Dysfunction Idolatry Family trauma And yet he chose righteousness. 💛 For moms: Your background does not determine your covenant future. President Emily Belle Freeman reminds us that covenant is not about perfection, it’s about walking with Christ. Emily Belle Freeman Talks https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/10/42freeman?lang=eng Covenants are not a finish line. They are an invitation to walk with Him. Your desire to follow Christ counts. What Is the Abrahamic Covenant? 📖 Genesis 12:1–3 📖 Abraham 2:9–11 📖 Genesis 17:1–8 President Russell M. Nelson taught that the Abrahamic Covenant includes: Link to Talk : https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1995/04/children-of-the-covenant?lang=eng Land (inheritance) Posterity (eternal increase) Priesthood authority A great name Exaltation And most importantly… “Thou shalt be a blessing.” 🔥 The covenant is not about privilege. It is about responsibility. Not: “I’m better.” But: “I will bless others.” You are covenant women not to sit in comfort, but to bless your homes, your neighborhoods, and the world. Covenant = Relationship, Not Transaction 📖 Genesis 15:17 In ancient covenants, both parties walked between divided animals. But in Genesis 15? Only the Lord walked through. Abraham did not. This is grace. God was saying: “I will carry this.” “I will fulfill this.” “I will be your shield and your exceeding great reward.” (Genesis 15:1) Brad Wilcox beautifully taught: Link to Brad Wilcox talk: https://youtu.be/yLXr9it_pbY?si=p7dIAGTQI_sdRKAR “We are not earning heaven; we are learning heaven.” “Christ doesn’t make up the difference; Christ makes all the difference.” “Heaven is not a prize for the perfect but a home for the faithful.” “Christ’s grace is sufficient.” The covenant was never about Abraham performing perfectly. It was about God binding Himself to Abraham. Covenants are not “If I do this, God owes me that.” Covenants are “I bind myself to Christ, and He binds Himself to me.” God Is Never Late Abraham and Sarah waited decades. 📖 Genesis 15:5–6 📖 Hebrews 11:8–13 📖 Genesis 17:15–19 Sarah laughed. Abraham questioned. They tried to fix things with Hagar. But God’s timing is perfect. He is never early. He is never late. He is always on time. TobyMac sings it: “It may be midnight or mid-day… He’s never early, never late… Help is on the way.” Link to Toby Mac Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVgetIvEIAs&list=RDaVgetIvEIAs&start_radio=1 Forrest Frank sings: “You never late, You always on time.” Link to Forrest Franks Song - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OUvQ4Fw3KA0&list=RDOUvQ4Fw3KA0&start_radio=1 💛 To the mom who feels: Overlooked Forgotten Delayed Still praying Waiting is not punishment. Waiting is preparation. Covenant sustains us while we wait. Identity Shift 📖 Genesis 17:5 Abram → Abraham Exalted Father → Father of a Multitude 📖 Genesis 17:15 Sarai → Sarah (Princess) God changes names when He changes identity. You are: A daughter of God A child of the covenant Bound to Him with everlasting ties You belong to Him. Be a Blessing 📖 Genesis 12:2 📖 Abraham 2:11 “Be thou a blessing.” Being a blessing looks like: Not ...
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  • 07. Come, Follow Me Feb 9- Feb 15, Genesis 6-11 and Moses 8, Noah Found Grace in the Eyes of the Lord

    07. Come, Follow Me Feb 9- Feb 15, Genesis 6-11 and Moses 8, Noah Found Grace in the Eyes of the Lord
    2026/02/09
    Come, Follow Me Moms Week 7: Genesis 6–11; Moses 8 “Noah Found Grace in the Eyes of the Lord” February 9–15 ✨ Episode Overview Last week, we studied Zion. Enoch’s city so righteous it was taken up to heaven. This week, Zion is gone… but Noah stays. Why? Wasn’t Noah righteous too? Yes, but scripture teaches us that Noah’s family was the only righteous family left on the earth. Instead of removing them, God asked Noah to stay, build, and lead his family through the storm. This episode is all about: Obedience in a noisy world Following prophets as spiritual protection Trusting God when we feel unqualified And remembering that grace prepares us before the storm comes 📖 Key Scriptures This Week Genesis 6–11 Moses 8 Genesis 6:9 Moses 8:27 Genesis 6:22 Genesis 7:16 Genesis 9:13 Genesis 11:4, 9 Moses 7:18 🌿 Intro: Zion Was Taken… Noah Stayed “Noah was a just man, and perfect in his generation; and Noah walked with God.” — Genesis 6:9 “Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord.” — Moses 8:27 Noah didn’t just live righteously, he walked with God. And instead of being taken out of the world, he was called to remain and build something that would save his family. 🩷 Motherhood takeaway: Sometimes God removes us from hard things. Sometimes He strengthens us to stay inside them and lead our families through. 🛠️ Part 1: Noah Preached Repentance in a World That Didn’t Want It Noah wasn’t just an ark builder, he was a preacher. “Noah called upon the children of men that they should repent.” — Moses 8:20 But the people rejected him. “They hearkened not unto his words.” — Moses 8:20 Scripture describes Noah’s world as: Corrupt (Genesis 6:12) Filled with violence (Genesis 6:13) Rejecting God’s voice (Moses 8:24) Sound familiar? ✨ Modern-day connection: Just like Noah, we have a living prophet today. God still warns before the flood, invites before destruction, and leads through prophets because He loves us. 🛟 Part 2: Following the Prophet Is Spiritual Safety “Thus did Noah; according to all that God commanded him, so did he.” — Genesis 6:22 Noah didn’t obey partially. He obeyed completely. As Allen D. Haynie taught: “A perfect and loving Father in Heaven has chosen the pattern of revealing truth to His children through a prophet.” — General Conference, April 2023 🩷 Motherhood application: Prophets aren’t sent to scare us, they’re sent to protect families. Listening today may look like: Simplifying family life Protecting what enters our homes Prioritizing covenants Centering Christ daily That’s not restriction that’s refuge. 🕰️ Good, Better, Best (Choosing Obedience in a Busy World) In Dallin H. Oaks’s talk Good, Better, Best (Oct 2007), he reminds parents that overscheduling and busyness can crowd out what matters most. “Some uses of time are better, and others are best.” 🩷 Motherhood takeaway: Obedience often looks like: Choosing better over busy Saying no to good things to protect sacred ones Preserving time for prayer, scripture, and family connection Sometimes the most obedient thing we do is slow down. 🔨 Part 3: God Makes Ark Builders Out of Weakness Noah wasn’t a shipbuilder and God didn’t ask for a résumé. “Make thee an ark of gopher wood.” — Genesis 6:14 No explanation. No blueprint in the scriptures. Just trust. 🩷 Reflection for moms: What have you done that once felt impossible? Motherhood Unexpected trials Strength you didn’t know you had God takes women who say “I could never do that” and turns them into women who do with Him. 🚪 Part 4: The Ark Was Hard… But It Was Safe “And Noah and his sons… went into the ark.” — Genesis 7:7 They were there almost a year—crowded, loud, smelly, exhausting. “And the Lord shut him in.” — Genesis 7:16 Noah didn’t shut the door. God did. 🩷 Motherhood truth: Boundaries can feel tight. Obedience can feel inconvenient. But the ark even when hard was the safest place on earth. 🌊 Part 5: The Flood Was Mercy, Not Cruelty “The earth also was corrupt before God.” — Genesis 6:11 Wickedness had reached a point where agency and righteousness couldn’t flourish. God preserved humanity by preserving one righteous family. 🩷 Motherhood lens: Love sometimes looks like: Protection Removal Saying no Drawing lines That isn’t harsh. That’s holy. 🌈 Part 6: Rainbows, Covenants, and Remembering “I do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant.” — Genesis 9:13 Rainbows remind us: God keeps His promises Storms don’t last forever Covenants anchor us 👩‍👧 Teaching kids: What helps us remember Jesus? What helps our family feel close to God? 🧱 Part 7: Babel vs. Zion, Two Ways to Reach Heaven “Let us build us a city and a tower, whose top may reach unto heaven.” — Genesis 11:4 The people of Babel wanted heaven without God. “Therefore is ...
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  • 06. Come Follow Me Feb 2- Feb 8, Moses 7. Building Zion Starts in our hearts.

    06. Come Follow Me Feb 2- Feb 8, Moses 7. Building Zion Starts in our hearts.
    2026/02/02
    Come, Follow Me Moms Moses 7 February 2–8 Theme: Building Zion Starts in Our Hearts and Homes Welcome to another week of Come, Follow Me Moms, your weekly Come, Follow Me podcast created just for busy moms who want to feel the Spirit, understand the scriptures, and bring Christ into their homes without overwhelm. This week we’re studying Moses 7, focusing on the prophet Enoch, and this time we’re only in the Pearl of Great Price. (No need to grab your Bible this week!) Grab your Pearl of Great Price, your headphones, and let’s dig into some powerful, hope-filled insights for moms. 🌿 Big Idea for the Week: What Is Zion? Yes! Zion was the name of a city. But more importantly: Zion is not just a city. It is a condition of the heart and spirit. The Lord teaches: Doctrine and Covenants 97:21 “Zion is the pure in heart.” That means: Zion is not perfection Zion is not a Pinterest home Zion is not quiet kids or perfect routines ✨ Zion is who we are becoming. 📖 What Happens in Moses 7? (Quick Overview) 1. Enoch Preaches Repentance (Moses 7:1–16) Enoch is called to preach to a very wicked people. At first, they reject him but many humble themselves, repent, and turn to God. We learn: Zion begins with repentance Hearts change before societies change 2. Zion Is Established (Moses 7:17–21) As the people repent, something remarkable happens: They become of one heart and one mind There is no contention, pride, or inequality There is deep unity and love Zion is not just a place… it’s a people. 3. Jesus Christ Is the King of Zion (Moses 7:53) Enoch sees Jesus Christ and learns that Christ is the King of Zion. This teaches us: Zion only works when Christ leads Unity flows from Christ-centered hearts 4. God Weeps for His Children (Moses 7:28–40) One of the most tender moments in all of scripture. Enoch sees God weeping over: Violence Wickedness Suffering Lost potential This reveals: God is not distant God feels with us God loves His children deeply 5. Enoch Weeps Too… but God Gives Hope (Moses 7:41–69) Enoch sees: The Flood Future wickedness The coming of Jesus Christ The Restoration The Second Coming Even in sorrow, God gives hope: Christ will come Redemption is real Zion will return God’s work will succeed 💛 Zion Is People (Friendship & Pregnancy Story) This week includes a personal story from a recent girls’ trip sharing how powerful it was to be surrounded by friends who were genuinely happy for each other. There was: No judgment No comparison No jealousy Just love, joy, and celebration This verse from Moses 7 describes it perfectly: Moses 7:18 “And the Lord called his people Zion, because they were of one heart and one mind…” One heart → no jealousy One mind → no comparison Dwelling in righteousness → choosing love and kindness ✨ That is Zion. And it is seriously the best feeling. 🚫 Stop the Comparison (Strong Mom Moment) As moms, it’s so easy to compare what we’re doing with what others are doing. So let’s say it clearly: STOP IT. Why? Comparison does not lead to happiness Judgment does not create peace Zion cannot exist where comparison lives We revisit Moses 7:18 and learn: You cannot be of one heart and one mind if you are constantly comparing yourself to other women. This section also references Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf and his powerful reminder from “The Merciful Obtain Mercy”: When it comes to judging others—STOP IT. Judgment divides. Mercy builds Zion. 👑 Jesus Christ Is the King of Zion (Moses 7:53) This verse invites an important question for moms: What does it mean to have Jesus Christ as your King? Does it: Change how you parent? Soften how you respond? Release some pressure? ✨ When Jesus is King, we don’t have to be. 😭 God Weeps (A Tender Truth for Moms) In Moses 7:28–30, we learn something sacred: God weeps. God sees: Our effort Our exhaustion Our heartbreak He weeps with us. This section includes a conference tie-in from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, reminding us that God’s love is: Personal Emotional Near 🌅 Jesus Will Come Again… Are We Ready? (Moses 7:59–67) Jesus promises He will come again. So what does it look like to get ready as a mom? Open the scriptures The Bible or the Book of Mormon And just start ✨ You aren’t late. ✨ You are right on time. ✨ One verse a day is better than none. God loves effort. 👨‍👩‍👧 Teaching Zion to Our Kids A simple family activity shared in this episode: Sing “Follow the Prophet” (Enoch verse) Read Moses 7:18 Make a paper heart Cut it into pieces Hide it around the house Let the kids search for it Why? Zion is one heart, one mind, one purpose. 🏡 Building Zion Starts at Home Zion: Starts in hearts Grows in homes Is unity and shared purpose Is people If your home feels loud, messy, or far from Zion that’s okay. God is a God of progression. Every day we try. And when we fall, He picks us back up. 🤍 Final Thought: Zion Is People What would ...
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  • 05. Come, Follow Me Jan 26- Feb 1. Genesis 5, Moses 6. Walking With God

    05. Come, Follow Me Jan 26- Feb 1. Genesis 5, Moses 6. Walking With God
    2026/01/26
    Come, Follow Me Moms Episode 5: Walking With God When Life Feels Ordinary Week of January 26 – February 1 📖 Genesis 5 & Moses 6 Welcome back to another week of Come, Follow Me Moms 🤍 I’m Cassie, and I’m so glad you’re here. If you’re new WELCOME! This is a weekly podcast where we walk through the Come, Follow Me lesson together and talk about how it actually applies to real mom life; the messy, ordinary, beautiful parts. You ready, friend? Let’s dive in. 🌿 This Week’s Reading: Genesis 5 & Moses 6 I’ll be honest when I first read Genesis 5, I thought… this feels boring. A genealogy? Adam to Noah? Everyone living to be 900+ years old? What am I supposed to learn from this? But when I slowed down and looked for the meat and potatoes (because who doesn’t love those 😄), this week came alive. Think of Genesis 5 as the cliff notes, and Moses 6 as the expanded version that gives us the details, the heart, and the doctrine. And wow it is so good. 🌸 When Motherhood Feels Ordinary Have you ever felt like motherhood is repetitive, unseen, or ordinary? Like: “Okay God… what big, important thing am I going to do in this life?” And sometimes the answer is: This. Motherhood. Right here. Genesis 5 may look like a boring list at first: Adam → Seth → Enos → Cainan → Mahalaleel → Jared → Enoch But God doesn’t waste chapters and He doesn’t waste seasons. “Just because a season feels quiet doesn’t mean God isn’t working.” I remember a season in my own life when everything felt easy. Health was good. Relationships were good. Finances were good. Life felt calm. What I didn’t realize at the time? God wasn’t leaving me alone ; He was preparing me for what was coming next. God Does Not Waste You President Dieter F. Uchtdorf taught: “The Lord uses the unlikely to accomplish the impossible. He uses the humble to accomplish the magnificent. God does not waste time, and He does not waste His children.” (“You Matter to Him,” October 2011 General Conference) Quiet seasons are forming seasons. What’s Happening in These Chapters Genesis 5 A genealogy from Adam to Noah Generations matter Faith is passed down quietly, daily, over time Moses 6 Expands the story Introduces Enoch in detail Shows how God calls imperfect people Introduces repentance, covenant, baptism, and the Holy Ghost Mom takeaway: God works through families. Through generations. Through you. 🌱 God’s Timing & Motherhood Elder Jeffrey R. Holland taught: “Some blessings come soon, some come late, and some don’t come until heaven—but for those who embrace the gospel of Jesus Christ, they come.” (“An High Priest of Good Things to Come,” October 1999) This is motherhood in a nutshell: Waiting Stretching Trusting God’s timing 🌸 Created in the Image of God Genesis 5:1–2 (KJV) “Male and female created he them; and blessed them, and called their name Adam…” Why this matters: Male and female created in God’s likeness “Called their name Adam” → unity and partnership Motherhood is not secondary — it is divine and intentional You were created in the image of Heavenly Parents. Your nurturing, creating, loving heart reflects God. I even went on a little deep dive this week: The Hebrew word for God, Elohim, is grammatically plural — showing unity and oneness. Just like marriage. Just like family. Just like God’s design. ✨ Theme: God Knows You by Name Moses 6:31 “Why is it that I have found favor in thy sight, and am but a lad…?” Enoch felt unqualified. God called him anyway. If you’ve ever thought: Why me? I’m not enough. Someone else could do this better. You are in very good company. God sees you: Changing diapers Packing lunches Saying tired prayers You are not invisible to Him. 🌿 When You Feel Unqualified I want to gently invite you to listen to Elder Holland’s talk “Lord, I Believe” (April 2013). It carried me through my own faith crisis, and it’s my go-to when I feel weak or unqualified. One powerful reminder from that talk: “Except for Jesus, there have been no flawless performances on this earthly journey.” Imperfect people are all God has ever had to work with — and He does incredible things through them. 🚶‍♀️ Walking With God Is the Goal Moses 6:33–34 “Therefore walk with me.” God doesn’t say: ❌ Figure it all out ❌ Be perfect He says: ✔ Walk with Me For moms, walking with God looks like: Messy prayers Scripture on in the background Worship music in the car Texting a friend because their name popped into your mind Walking with God isn’t escaping real life — It’s inviting Him into it. 🌱 Repentance Is Progress Moses 6:27 “Go forth and say unto this people, Repent…” Repentance is: Loving Hopeful Forward-moving In motherhood, repentance looks like: Apologizing Resetting Trying again tomorrow Letting Christ help you grow You’re not behind. You’re ...
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  • 04. Come, Follow Me Jan 19 - Jan 25, Genesis 3-4, Moses 4-5

    04. Come, Follow Me Jan 19 - Jan 25, Genesis 3-4, Moses 4-5
    2026/01/19
    Come, Follow Me Moms January 19–25 | Genesis 3–4 · Moses 4–5 The Fall Was Not a Failure... It Was the Beginning Welcome to another week of Come, Follow Me Moms. I’m so glad you’re here. This is your weekly space to study the scriptures without pressure, connect them to real mom life, and feel the Spirit meet you right where you are. This week we’re studying Genesis 3–4 (the Bible) and Moses 4–5 (Pearl of Great Price). While these accounts are similar, the Book of Moses gives us deeper insight into why the Fall mattered and how it fits into God’s loving plan for us as mothers. ✨ Episode Overview At first glance, the Fall of Adam and Eve can feel tragic. But this week’s lesson reframes everything: The Fall was not a mistake. It was necessary so growth, agency, families, repentance, motherhood, and joy could exist. This episode explores: Why God allowed the Fall How agency applies to motherhood Why opposition doesn’t mean you’re failing How Jesus Christ was the plan from the very beginning Why God runs toward us with grace—not shame Mom Life Connection: “God Is Not the Dress Code Police” I share a story from my time as a substitute teacher at a charter school with strict dress code rules and how often kids try to hide when they’re “out of compliance.” So many of us treat God the same way. We hide. We avoid Him. We assume He’s waiting to mark us off for our mistakes. But that’s not who God is. God is not checking boxes. He is inviting hearts. He gave us agency because He wants us to choose Him—not fear Him. The Big Message This Week The Fall Was Not a Failure ... It Was the Beginning The Fall made motherhood possible. Before the Fall: No children No growth No real choice After the Fall: Families Learning Agency Joy through experience Pain does not mean failure. It means you are living mortal life the way God designed it. Key Teaching Moments 1️⃣ The Fall Made Motherhood Possible God knew Adam and Eve would partake and He allowed it. Just like us as mothers: We guide. We teach. But we don’t control every choice because growth requires agency. There is beauty in learning, even when it’s messy. 2️⃣ Opposition Is Evidence of Progress Satan didn’t show up until Adam and Eve chose growth. If you feel: Tired Stretched Unsure Those are not signs you’re failing. They’re signs you’re becoming. 3️⃣ Jesus Was the Plan from the Beginning Genesis 3:14–15 contains the first promise of Christ. Adam and Eve rejoiced after the Fall not because life was easy, but because hope was guaranteed. Their joy came from knowing: Jesus was already coming. 4️⃣ God Clothes Us When We Feel Exposed Adam and Eve tried to cover themselves with fig leaves. God lovingly clothed them with skins. For moms: When you feel inadequate, ashamed, or exposed God doesn’t scold you. He covers you with grace. Even then, sacrifice preceded covering pointing us directly to Jesus Christ. 5️⃣ Sacrifice Is About the Heart Abel offered willingly. Cain offered resentfully. God doesn’t want burned out obedience. He wants willing hearts even when the offering feels small. 🧒 How to Teach This to Your Kids (Simple & Safe) “Adam and Eve chose learning instead of staying comfortable.” “Jesus helps us when we make mistakes.” “Hard things help us grow.” “We can always pray when we feel far from God.” “God knew families would be hard—and He planned help.” 👉 Ask your kids: “Can you think of a time something hard helped you grow?” And make up Scenarios where kids can practice making mistakes or opportunities for growth and ask them if they think God won't love them anymore. Have your examples be age appropriate. Some examples: cheating on a test Pushing a sibling Saying unkind words 📜 7 Key Scriptures for This Week (KJV) Moses 5:11 – Joy came because of the Fall 2 Nephi 2:25 – “Men are, that they might have joy” Moses 4:4 – Agency protected by Christ Genesis 3:15 – The promise of a Savior Moses 5:8 – Doing all things in the name of the Son Mosiah 3:19 – Becoming saints through Christ 2 Nephi 2:27 – We are free to choose 🎙️ General Conference Insights Dale G. Renlund “Our Heavenly Father’s goal is not to have His children do what is right; it is to have His children choose to do what is right and ultimately become like Him.” 🩷 Mom takeaway: God is forming you not grading you. Dallin H. Oaks “Opposition is not only a part of life—it is essential to the plan of salvation.” 🩷 Mom takeaway: Struggle doesn’t disqualify you it confirms the plan. Final Encouragement for Moms God wants you to return home. You chose to come here. You said yes to hard things. You trusted the plan and the Savior. So don’t run from God. Run to Him. Run toward grace. Run toward faith. Run toward redemption. You are never too far gone for the reach of your Father in Heaven and His glorious Son, Jesus Christ. Thank...
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  • 03. Come, Follow Me week 3. Genesis 1-2, Moses 2-3, Abraham 4-5, January 12-18

    03. Come, Follow Me week 3. Genesis 1-2, Moses 2-3, Abraham 4-5, January 12-18
    2026/01/12

    Week 3: Creation, Order, and Who God Says You Are

    Genesis 1–2 | Moses 2–3 | Abraham 4

    ✨ Episode Summary

    If Come, Follow Me has ever felt overwhelming or like one more thing on your already full plate, this episode is for you.

    This week, we walk through the creation accounts in Genesis 1–2, Moses 2–3, and Abraham 4 with fresh eyes keeping things simple, peaceful, and Christ-centered.

    The creation story isn’t just about how the world was made. It’s about who God is, who you are, and how God works with order, love, and rest—especially in the middle of busy mom life.

    No overthinking.

    No perfectionism.

    Just truth, peace, and Jesus—one insight at a time.

    🌍 The Days of Creation (Quick Overview)

    Day 1 – Light: God brought light and separated it from darkness, bringing clarity and order.

    Day 2 – Sky: God created space and separation, showing He values breathing room.

    Day 3 – Land & Plants: God prepared the earth before growth began, fruit follows preparation.

    Day 4 – Sun, Moon & Stars: God established rhythms, seasons, and time.

    Day 5 – Birds & Fish: Life filled the sky and sea, movement, joy, and abundance.

    Day 6 – Animals & Humans: God created man and woman in His image, intentional and deeply valued.

    Day 7 – Rest: God rested and sanctified the day, rest is holy and part of God’s design.

    📖 Key Scriptures Discussed

    Genesis 1:31 – God saw that all He created was very good.

    Moses 2:27 – We are created in the image of God.

    Moses 3:2 – God rested... not because He was tired, but because rest is sacred.

    💛 A Message for Moms

    God is not rushed.

    God is not disappointed in slow progress.

    And He is not asking you to do more than you can give.

    From the very beginning, God shows us that His work is orderly, intentional, and good and so is His work in you.

    You are not behind.

    You are not failing.

    And what you are doing counts.

    👩‍👧 Simple Way to Teach This to Kids

    One sentence you can share this week:

    “God created the world with love and order and He created you the same way.”

    At the table or in the car, ask:

    “What did God say was good today?”

    Small moments matter.

    🌱 Gentle Invitation This Week

    Notice where God is already at work not what’s unfinished or loud, but what is good.

    One verse.

    One prayer.

    One pause.

    That’s enough.

    🤍 Thank You for Listening

    If this episode brought you peace, consider sharing it with a mom who could use that reminder today. And leaving a quick review helps more busy moms find simple, Christ-centered Come, Follow Me support.

    You’re doing better than you think and God is with you in it all.
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  • 02 Come Follow Me. Jan 5 - Jan 11th. Moses 1 and Abraham 3. Week 2

    02 Come Follow Me. Jan 5 - Jan 11th. Moses 1 and Abraham 3. Week 2
    2026/01/06
    Episode 2 Episode: Moses 1 & Abraham 3 Come, Follow Me | January 5–11 Christ Meets You in the Chaos This week in Come, Follow Me Moms, we’re studying Moses 1 and Abraham 3 and it feels like God knew overwhelmed, tired, questioning moms needed these chapters. These scriptures speak straight to: Identity Worth Perspective And how close God really is If motherhood has felt chaotic, ordinary, or heavy lately this episode is for you. Top Scriptures for This Week Moses 1:2 Moses 1:4–5 Moses 1:10 Moses 1:39 Abraham 3:22–23 Abraham 3:27 The Big Takeaway This Week Christ meets you in your chaos. Not when life is quiet. Not when you’ve “caught up.” Right where you are. Moses 1: Identity Before Assignment Moses 1 comes from Joseph Smith’s inspired translation of the Bible and records a powerful vision given to Moses before he returns to Egypt to lead Israel. Before Moses does anything big… God reminds him who he is. “And he saw God face to face, and he talked with him…” (Moses 1:2) Moses is transfigured so he can endure God’s presence teaching us that God strengthens those He calls. “Behold, thou art my son…” (Moses 1:4) Why This Matters to Moms Before God asks anything of Moses, He reminds him of his identity. And God wants you to know who you are too. You are a daughter of God before the to-do list, before the chaos, before the calling. “Man Is Nothing” What Moses Is Really Learning “Now, for this cause I know that man is nothing…” (Moses 1:10) This isn’t about worthlessness. It’s about dependence on God. As moms, we often feel pressure to do everything alone. Moses teaches us: Weakness doesn’t disqualify you It qualifies you to rely on God God makes weak things strong. Moses vs. Satan You Have More Power Than You Think In Moses 1:13–16, Moses confronts Satan and refuses to be deceived. “For behold, I am a son of God…” Moses recognizes truth because he knows who he is. When Moses calls on God for help, he is strengthened and Satan is commanded to depart. Motherhood Application That power wasn’t just for Moses. You can call on heaven. You can pray out loud. You can ask for strength. You can tell Satan, “Get thee hence.” God is bigger than your fears. Bigger than your doubts. Bigger than the chaos. Moses 1:39 - Motherhood Is God’s Work “For behold, this is my work and my glory to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man.” God’s work is people. Which means your work as a mom: Folding laundry Teaching kids Wiping tears Showing up on hard days Is holy work. You are not distracted from God’s work. You are doing God’s work. Abraham 3 : Your Children Are Not Random In Abraham 3, we learn about: Pre-earth life The eternal nature of spirits God’s divine plan “And God saw these souls that they were good…” (Abraham 3:22–23) Your children were known, loved, and seen by God before they came to you. You were chosen to be their mom not because you’re perfect, but because you are who they need. “Here Am I, Send Me” A Mother’s Prayer “Here am I, send me.” (Abraham 3:27) Motherhood often feels like sacrifice and that’s okay. A powerful mindset shift for this season: “Here am I, God with what I have, where I am.” Meet me in the mess. Meet me in the chaos. Meet me here. Teaching This Week as a Family (Simple Ideas) Read one verse out loud together Watch a short identity-focused video Act out Moses meeting God and standing up to Satan Let kids repeat the scripture after you End with a fun family treat (Muddy Buddies are a favorite!) Keep it simple. Keep it joyful. Invitation for the Week As you go about your real, busy, imperfect days, gently ask yourself: What is God trying to remind me about who I am? And where might He be inviting me to say, “Here am I”? You don’t have to do Come, Follow Me perfectly for it to matter. Every small effort counts. Christ is with you right in the middle of your life. If this episode blessed you, please share it with another mom who could use peace this week, and come join me on Instagram at Come Follow Me Moms. Until next time Christ is with you in the chaos. 🤍 Transfiguration https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/gs/transfiguration?lang=eng Moses 1:4-5 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/pgp/moses/1?lang=eng&verse=4&context=4-5#p4 Moses 1:10 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/pgp/moses/1?lang=eng&verse=10#p10 Moses 1: 13-16 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/pgp/moses/1?lang=eng&verse=13&context=13-16#p13 Moses 1:39 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/pgp/moses/1?lang=eng&verse=39#p39 Our True Identity Video - This is good for FHE https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2010-04-0020-our-true-identity?lang=eng Abraham 3 https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/pgp/abr/3?lang=eng Abraham 3:22-23 https://...
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