Ep. 373: Doctrine & Covenants 112 - 114 Back Up Plans
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Jeff reflects on his ongoing streak of daily scripture studyâreminding listeners that streaking isnât about perfection in publishing, but consistency in practice. Studying Doctrine and Covenants 112â114, he explores the Lordâs counsel to the Twelve Apostles, the cleansing that begins in Godâs house, and the enduring principle of revelation through questions. Through stories of chastening, revelation, and personal accountability, Jeff draws parallels between ancient apostles and modern disciples, emphasizing that knowing Christ requires serving like Christ.
đ Chapters00:00 â Staying Consistent Even When You Miss a Few Days Jeff opens by reaffirming the power of keeping the streak alive even when publishing pauses. He studies daily, even when not recording, keeping the covenant of consistency.
02:25 â Darkness and Anger: The Companions of Sin Exploring verse 23, Jeff reflects on how âgross darknessâ manifests as anger and contention. Wickedness never brings happiness; sin travels with frustration and unrest.
04:53 â âUpon My House Shall It Beginâ â Judgment and Cleansing The Lord declares that chastening begins with His house. Jeff connects this to 1 Peter 4:17 and Alma 60, drawing out the âclean the inner vessel firstâ principle.
09:06 â The Story of the Stake Presidentâs Chastening A modern-day story illustrates divine correction: a manâs love for his wife was questioned when he neglected temple worship. Jeff likens this to the Lordâs call to purify hearts before preaching the gospel.
11:14 â Knowing Christ by Serving Him Referencing King Benjaminâs words, Jeff asks: How can we know the Master whom we have not served? True discipleship means daily service and faithfulness, not mere profession.
15:22 â Cleansing the Inner Vessel: Jesus, the Pharisees, and Us Reading Matthew 23:25â26, Jeff highlights that outward appearance means little without inward purity. Like the Phariseesâ cups, we must be clean inside before the outside matters.
16:53 â The Apostolic Call: Power in the Priesthood The Lord reaffirms the Twelveâs divine authority in the dispensation of the fulness of timesâa charge that continues today as apostles direct global growth of the Church.
18:46 â âI Come Quicklyâ â What Is âQuicklyâ to the Lord? Jeff muses on divine timing, comparing mortal impatience to the Lordâs eternal perspective of âquickly.â
19:15 â Section 113: Asking Brings Revelation Joseph Smithâs questions about Isaiah become a model for us: revelation comes when we ask. The Lord invites all to seek interpretation, understanding, and personal application.
26:55 â Nephiâs Lesson to Laman and Lemuel: Ask the Lord Drawing from 1 Nephi 15, Jeff reminds us that when questions arise, the key is simple: ask the Lord. Hard hearts block revelation; humility opens heaven.
29:56 â Section 114: The Lord Has Backup Plans The Lord instructs David W. Patten to prepare for a mission and reminds disciples that if one denies His name, âothers shall be planted in their stead.â Godâs work moves forward with or without us.
31:18 â Lessons from Judas and Matthias in Acts 1 Jeff reflects on Judasâ fall and Matthiasâ calling as an example of divine successionâthe Lord always ensures His work continues, yet values every individual eternally.
33:45 â Enduring Chastening to Receive Exaltation The episode closes on a note of hope: chastening refines, not rejects. Those who endure it faithfully will be exalted on high with the Lord.
đż Key TakeawaysCleansing starts at home: Judgment and refinement begin with Godâs covenant people.
Ask to receive: Revelation follows inquiryâJoseph, Nephi, and we can all ask.
Consistency brings connection: Even when publishing pauses, streaking sustains spiritual growth.
The Lordâs work continues: Faithful disciples step forward as others falter; God always has a plan.
Endure chastening: Correction is love in action, preparing us for eternal life.
Just like the Lord teaches consistency through daily discipleship, the MyStreaks app helps you live it. Track your spiritual streaksâreading, praying, serving, or temple attendanceâand watch how consistency strengthens connection. Every streak, no matter how small, builds spiritual muscle. Download MyStreaks today and keep streaking the scripturesâone day, one verse, one miracle at a time.
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