January: Matthew 3; Mark 1; Luke
I will always remember the day I was baptized because it happened exactly on my eighth birthday... Read More
Author: Marianna Richardson
Resisting Temptations: Following the Savior’s Example
January : Matthew 4; Luke 4-5
Jesus Christ prepared for the inevitability of temptation in this world by fasting and communing with His Father... Read More
Sharing the Power of Word
January: John 1
As a mom of twelve children, my children, even as adults, like to feel that they are their “favorite child.... Read More
Additional Insights in the Joseph Smith Translation of the Bible
January: Matthew 2; Luke 2
As we read the New Testament, other scripture will bring additional insights and revelations to our knowledge and understanding of the life... Read More
The Humble, Holy, and Wise Witnesses of Christ
January: Matthew 2; Luke 2
Jesus Christ was born in the humblest of circumstances, yet he was the king of all Israel and the Creator of the world.... Read More
The Unlikely Heroes in Matthew One
January: Matthew 1; Luke 1
Matthew was a tax collector by profession. For the Jews, the heavy taxes laid upon them by their Roman oppressors were a financial burden and a spiritual and emotional reminder that they were not a free people, but under the rule of a Gentile nation.... Read More
Acting on my Impressions
January: We are Responsible for our own Learning
Last October conference, the Prophet gave us some strong counsel on things we must do to move forward this coming year. He specifically said, “I plead with you now – to take charge of your own testimony of Jesus Christ and His gospel.... Read More
Water as a symbol of Christ
Week Fifty-Two: Christmas
During our reading of the Old Testament, we have looked at the teachings of prophets as they taught their people about the future coming of the Messiah... Read More
When I have Gospel Questions, ask: “Where Shall I Go”?
January: Responsible for Our Own Learning
Children are always asking questions to their moms: “Why do I have to do that? When are we going to get there? How long do I need to stay?... Read More
Greek and Roman Empire’s influence on New Testament
Week Zero: Preview
Starting the New Testament without understanding the historical context is like jumping into a conversation without hearing what people said previously. Often, you may make assumptions about what people are saying that are not true or out of context... Read More
Women Read Scripture 