30. Come, Follow Me July 13- 19; 2 Kings 16-25; Come Follow Me Scripture Study, LDS Scripture Study, Bible Study Class, The Battle is Not Yours

30. Come, Follow Me July 13- 19; 2 Kings 16-25; Come Follow Me Scripture Study, LDS Scripture Study, Bible Study Class, The Battle is Not Yours

Come, Follow Me Moms Podcast July 20–26 2 Chronicles 14–20, 26, 30 Our Eyes Are Upon Thee LDS Scripture Study | Come, Follow Me | Christian Motherhood | Bible Study for Moms | Prayer and Faith Welcome back to another episode of Come, Follow Me Moms! 💕 This is your weekly motherhood Come, Follow Me podcast where we pull out the meat and potatoes of each week's lesson from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and apply it to real life motherhood. This week we are studying 2 Chronicles 14–20, 26, and 30, and wow... this lesson hit me deeply. The question that kept coming to my mind all week was: What do faithful people do when life doesn't make sense? Because let's be honest, moms don't usually live in easy answers. We live in the middle of: * Prodigal children * Scary diagnoses * Financial stress * Marriage struggles * Depression and anxiety * Pregnancy complications * Exhaustion * Unanswered prayers And that's exactly where the kings in this week's lesson found themselves. In this episode we discuss: ✨ The story of King Asa and what he teaches us about relying on God ✨ Why a good beginning doesn't guarantee a good ending ✨ President Dallin H. Oaks' invitation to become peacemakers ✨ Elder D. Todd Christofferson's powerful message about trusting God even when He doesn't answer the way we hoped ✨ Jehoshaphat, Micaiah, Ahab, and learning to listen to true prophets ✨ Why your worst mistake does not define your story ✨ The incredible story of three armies gathering against Judah ✨ One of the most powerful prayers in scripture: "Neither know we what to do: but our eyes are upon thee." — 2 Chronicles 20:12 ✨ What it means when the Lord says: "The battle is not yours, but God's." — 2 Chronicles 20:15 ✨ Why the singers went before the soldiers ✨ Praise before victory ✨ Worship before deliverance ✨ Faith before answers ✨ How Hezekiah gathered the people back to God through worship, singing, and remembrance A Personal Story This week I share a personal experience surrounding the Forrest Frank concert, worshipping with thousands of Christians, and a late-night prayer for my son that reminded me of God's awareness and love. As I studied this lesson, I couldn't stop thinking about Forrest Frank's song: "Somebody Prayed" Because every chapter felt like another reminder that miracles often begin with prayer. Maybe you're where you are today because somebody prayed. Maybe your children are being blessed because somebody prayed. And maybe that somebody is you. Key Scriptures 📖 2 Chronicles 14:11 📖 2 Chronicles 15:2 📖 2 Chronicles 16:9 📖 2 Chronicles 20:12 📖 2 Chronicles 20:15 📖 2 Chronicles 20:17 📖 2 Chronicles 20:20 📖 Proverbs 3:5–6 Questions to Ponder This Week ❤️ What battle am I trying to fight on my own? ❤️ Am I relying on God or relying only on myself? ❤️ What burdens have I picked up that belong to God? ❤️ How can I become a peacemaker in my home? ❤️ What would change if I kept my eyes on Christ instead of my circumstances? This Week's Invitation If you're carrying something heavy right now, let Jehoshaphat's prayer become your prayer: "Lord, I don't know what to do... but my eyes are upon Thee." And remember: **The battle is not yours. It is God's.** Maybe years from now you'll look back and realize that the miracle started the moment... Somebody prayed. ❤️ 🎧 If this episode blessed you, please share it with a friend, sister, daughter, or fellow mom who may need this reminder today. Because none of us were meant to fight our battles alone.   Link to talk  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/41christofferson?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04/41christofferson?lang=eng]   Link to Forrest Frank Song  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vB9HuNpDlpI [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vB9HuNpDlpI]   #ComeFollowMeMoms #ComeFollowMe #LDSPodcast #ScriptureStudy #BibleStudy #ChristianMotherhood #LDSMoms #Prayer #Faith #TheBattleIsNotYours #OurEyesAreUponThee #2Chronicles #ForrestFrank #SomebodyPrayed #MotherhoodAndFaith #JesusChrist #ComeFollowMe2026 #Peacemaker #TrustGod #ChristianPodcast

29. Come, Follow Me July 13- 19; 2 Kings 16-25; Come Follow Me Scripture Study, LDS Scripture Study, Bible Study Class, Book of Mormon, King Josiah, The Fall of Jerusalem

Come, Follow Me Moms Podcast July 13–19 | 2 Kings 16–25 "Come Home" Welcome back to another episode of Come, Follow Me Moms! This week we're studying 2 Kings 16–25, and while these chapters contain kings, prophets, wars, captivity, and the destruction of Jerusalem, one message stood out above all the rest: Jesus Christ Is Always Calling Us Home Have you ever gone through a season where you didn't feel close to God? You still believe. You still love Him. But you feel spiritually tired. Maybe you've missed prayers. Maybe Come, Follow Me feels overwhelming. Maybe life has been so busy you've been surviving instead of thriving. If that's you, this episode is for you. In This Episode The Scattering of Israel We begin with the fall of the Northern Kingdom of Israel. The people break their covenants, turn to idols, reject prophets, and eventually experience the scattering of Israel. We discuss: * Why spiritual drift often happens little by little * The dangers of placing other things before God * Covenant relationships and their importance * How God continues to invite His children back to Him Key Thought: When people become spiritually lost, God doesn't stop loving them. He keeps calling them home. King Hezekiah: What Do You Do When Life Falls Apart? King Hezekiah was one of the righteous kings of Judah. When the Assyrian army surrounded Jerusalem, the people were terrified. The enemy attacked their faith first, trying to convince them that God could not save them. Instead of giving in to fear, Hezekiah turned to the Lord. He prayed. He sought counsel from Isaiah. He laid his fears before God. And God answered. We discuss: * Trusting God during difficult seasons * The power of prayer * Taking our burdens to Christ * Believing that God hears us Question for Moms: What letter are you carrying today? * A child you're worried about? * A diagnosis? * Depression? * Financial stress? * Marriage struggles? * Infertility? * Loneliness? Like Hezekiah, we can lay it before the Lord. "That Which Thou Hast Prayed... I Have Heard" One of the most powerful verses this week comes from 2 Kings 19. God tells Hezekiah: "That which thou hast prayed to me... I have heard." What a beautiful reminder for mothers. God hears: * Your prayers for your children * Your prayers for your marriage * Your prayers for prodigal family members * Your prayers for healing * Your prayers in the middle of the night He hears you. King Josiah: The Scriptures Can Bring You Back After several wicked kings, Josiah becomes king at only eight years old. While repairing the temple, the people discover the Book of the Law. When Josiah hears the scriptures, everything changes. His story isn't just about finding a book. It's about finding God again. We discuss: * The power of scripture study * Spiritual renewal * Covenant living * Turning our hearts back to Christ President Spencer W. Kimball called Josiah's story one of the finest stories in all of scripture. Rituals Strengthen Relationships Relationships aren't built through giant moments. They're built through: * Bedtime prayers * Family scripture study * Sacrament attendance * Small daily conversations The same is true with God. Question to Ponder: What if you're only one scripture away from feeling closer to God? Not an hour-long study session. Not perfection. Just opening the book again. Repentance Is Coming Home One of the strongest themes in these chapters is repentance. Sometimes it's easy to look at ancient Israel and think: "How could they do that?" But if we're honest, we all need repentance. Maybe we: * Lost our temper * Yelled at our children * Forgot to pray * Struggled to trust God * Let fear take over Repentance isn't proof that we're failing. Repentance is Christ's invitation to come home. Again. And again. And again. Repentance is not punishment. Repentance is healing. Repentance is hope. Repentance is coming home. The Fall of Jerusalem & The Book of Mormon Connection One of the most fascinating parts of this week's study is realizing where we are in history. At the end of 2 Kings: * King Zedekiah is ruling * Jerusalem is about to fall * Prophets are warning the people * The people refuse to listen And then... The Book of Mormon begins. Lehi is living in Jerusalem during these events. While prophets are warning the people, Lehi is called to leave. Laman and Lemuel complain in the wilderness, saying: "We might have been happy." But they didn't understand what was coming. Jerusalem would soon be destroyed exactly as the prophets foretold. God's warnings are not meant to restrict us. They are meant to protect us. Elder Jeffrey R. Holland: "Fear Not: Believe Only" We spend time discussing Elder Holland's powerful General Conference message: Fear Not: Believe Only In a world filled with fear, uncertainty, anxiety, and discouragement, Elder Holland reminds us to: * Stay on the sunny side of the street * Believe in God * Believe in Jesus Christ * Remember that we are loved * Trust in the Savior His message is one of hope. For Those Who Are Hurting Toward the end of his talk, Elder Holland speaks directly to those struggling with depression, despair, or thoughts of suicide. This message is deeply personal to our family and to many families. If that's you today: Please stay. Please talk to someone. Please ask for help. You are loved. You are needed. Your story is not over. Your family needs you. We need you. God needs you. Fear not. Believe only. The Gathering of Israel This week's lesson begins with scattering. But it ends with gathering. Many were scattered. Many felt lost. Many wandered. Yet Jesus Christ continues to say: "Come Home." President Russell M. Nelson has taught that the gathering of Israel is the most important work taking place on the earth today. And moms are part of that work. Every: * Prayer * Scripture study * Testimony shared * Ride to church * Bedtime conversation * Invitation to come unto Christ helps gather Israel. Weekly Invitation This week, if you've felt far from God, don't focus on becoming perfect. Just come home. Open your scriptures. Say a prayer. Take your letter to the Lord. Lay your burdens at His feet. And let Him gather your heart back to Him. Scriptures Studied * 2 Kings 16–25 * 2 Kings 18–20 (Hezekiah) * 2 Kings 22–23 (Josiah) * 1 Nephi 1 * Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, Fear Not: Believe Only Thank you for being here, Mama. Thank you for studying the scriptures with me each week. Thank you for sharing the podcast with friends, family, ward members, and neighbors. I pray that this week your burdens feel lighter, your heart feels stronger, and that you feel heaven a little closer than before. See you next week on Come, Follow Me Moms! 💜🎙️📖

28. Come, Follow Me July 6 - 12, 2 Kings 2-7, Come Follow Me Scripture Study, LDS Scripture Study, Bible Study Class, Elijah and Elisha Miracles

Come, Follow Me Moms  July 6–12 | 2 Kings 2–7 "Lord, Open My Eyes" This week on Come, Follow Me Moms, we dive into the powerful stories of Elijah and Elisha and discover that God can do incredible things with what feels like "not enough." Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, stretched thin, or wondering how you'll make it through another week of motherhood, these chapters remind us that God specializes in multiplying small offerings and strengthening ordinary people. In This Episode ✨ The Mantle of Motherhood * Elijah is taken into heaven, and Elisha receives the mantle. * What does the mantle represent? * Why God calls ordinary women to do extraordinary things. * President Eyring's promise that our power to carry burdens can increase as we serve. ✨ The Widow's Oil * A grieving widow with debt, two sons, and one small pot of oil. * "What hast thou in the house?" * God doesn't ask what we're lacking—He asks what we're willing to offer. * How God multiplies our faith, strength, patience, and willingness. ✨ The Shunammite Woman * A faithful woman who serves the prophet and is blessed with a son. * The heartbreaking loss of that child. * Her remarkable declaration: "It is well." * What faith looks like when life isn't okay. * Sometimes faith is simply knowing where to take our pain. ✨ Naaman and the Power of Simple Obedience * A powerful military leader brought low by leprosy. * The little servant girl who changed his life. * Why Naaman almost missed his miracle. * What simple thing might God be asking you to do? * "Whosoever He Saith Unto You, Do It." ✨ Lord, Open His Eyes * Elisha's servant wakes up surrounded by enemies. * Elisha prays a powerful prayer: "Lord, I pray thee, open his eyes." * The miracle wasn't removing the army—it was helping the servant see Heaven's army already there. * How this applies to our fears, motherhood struggles, and daily challenges. Key Takeaways 💜 God can work with empty vessels. 💜 God isn't asking for perfection. He's asking for willingness. 💜 Big miracles often begin with small acts of faith. 💜 Don't reject God's answer because it seems too simple. 💜 Sometimes the greatest miracle isn't that God changes our circumstances—it's that He changes what we see. This Week's Invitation Pray this simple prayer: "Lord, open my eyes." Open my eyes to: * My blessings * My growth * My children * My miracles * My angels * Thy hand in my life Then take a few minutes each day to record what you see. Start a simple habit of PJS: Prayer, Journal, Scriptures. Even five minutes can deepen your relationship with Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ, and the Spirit. Family Discussion Ideas This week, choose one story each day and share it with your children: 📖 Elisha receives the mantle 📖 The widow's oil 📖 The Shunammite woman 📖 Naaman and the Jordan River 📖 Elisha's servant sees the heavenly hosts Ask: * What can we learn about God from this story? * What act of faith did someone take? * How can we apply this lesson in our family this week? Final Thought God can work with: * Empty vessels * Grieving mothers * Imperfect disciples * Fearful servants * Struggling moms And if He can work with them, He can absolutely work with us. ❤️ 🎙️ Come, Follow Me Moms Helping busy moms fall in love with the scriptures—one lesson at a time. 📧 Email: comefollowmemoms@gmail.com 📱 Instagram: @comefollowmemoms If this episode blessed you, please share it with a friend, sister, daughter, or fellow mom who could use a reminder that she is seen, loved, and never alone. 💜

27. Come, Follow Me, June 29 - July 5th 1 Kings 12-13; 17-22, Bible Scripture Study, LDS Scripture Study, Prophet Elijah, Elijah and the Widow

Come, Follow Me Moms Podcast June 29–July 5 | 1 Kings 12–13; 17–22 "If the Lord Be God, Follow Him" Welcome back to another episode of Come, Follow Me Moms! This week we dive into one of the most powerful stories in the Old Testament—the story of Elijah. From the widow of Zarephath, to Mount Carmel, to the still small voice, we discover that this lesson isn't really about fire from heaven. It's about choosing God. As moms, we often find ourselves caught between faith and fear, trust and control, peace and worry. Elijah's question to Israel becomes a question for us: "How long halt ye between two opinions? If the Lord be God, follow him." (1 Kings 18:21) In this episode we talk about what it looks like to trust God when we don't have enough, how to hear His voice in a noisy world, why fear of failure keeps us stuck, and why commitment to Christ matters more than perfection. In This Episode: ✨ The divided kingdom and what it teaches us about divided hearts ✨ The widow of Zarephath and trusting God before the miracle comes ✨ Why the miracle came after the sacrifice ✨ Elijah and the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel ✨ Choosing Christ in a world full of competing voices ✨ FOMO, comparison, and trying to live ten different lives at once ✨ Why God drenched Elijah's altar before sending fire from heaven ✨ Elijah's exhaustion after his greatest spiritual victory ✨ Why sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is rest ✨ The power of the still small voice ✨ Fear of failure, grace, repentance, and commitment to Christ Key Scriptures 📖 1 Kings 12–13 📖 1 Kings 17 – Elijah and the Widow of Zarephath 📖 1 Kings 18 – Mount Carmel 📖 1 Kings 19 – The Still Small Voice 📖 Psalm 46:10 "Be still, and know that I am God." Quotes & Thoughts to Ponder "Before a kingdom becomes divided, a heart becomes divided." "The miracle came after the sacrifice, not before." "Truth is never determined by majority vote." "One prophet with God is stronger than 450 prophets without Him." "If we don't intentionally choose Christ, something else will choose us." "You can't have everything. Where would you put it?" "Sometimes the most spiritual thing you can do is rest." "Failures and failings are temporary." "Maybe the goal isn't perfection. Maybe the goal is commitment." "Fear of failure is no reason not to make a full commitment to Christ." Mom Challenge This Week Take a few quiet moments this week and ask yourself: ❤️ Where am I standing between two opinions? ❤️ Where am I trusting fear more than God? ❤️ What is competing for my trust and attention? ❤️ What would it look like to choose Christ more intentionally this week? Not perfectly. Not flawlessly. Just intentionally. Because if the Lord be God... Follow Him. Remember, Mom The scriptures are full of imperfect people whom God used to accomplish extraordinary things. The widow wasn't perfect. Elijah wasn't perfect. The people of Israel weren't perfect. And neither are we. God knows that. He works with imperfect people every single day. The question isn't whether you're perfect. The question is: Which way are you facing? If this episode blessed your life, would you share it with a friend? You never know who may need a little extra encouragement this week. Thank you for being here, for studying with me, and for showing up week after week. Remember who you are and whose you are. Have a blessed week, Mom. ❤️ Until next time, this is Come, Follow Me Moms. 🎙️✨

26. Come, Follow Me: June 22-28, 2 Samuel 11-12, 1 King 3; 6-9; 11, David and Bath-Sheba, Solomons Temple, LDS Scripture Study, Come Follow Me for Moms

June 22–28 “Hear Thou in Heaven Their Prayer” 2 Samuel 11–12; 1 Kings 3; 6–9; 11 Welcome back to Come, Follow Me Moms! This week we dive into the stories of David, Bathsheba, Solomon, wisdom, temptation, the temple, and what it means to keep our hearts centered on Christ. At first glance, these chapters may seem like a collection of unrelated stories. But as I studied, one question kept coming back to me: What is winning your heart? As moms, we aren't building kingdoms or temples of stone—but we are building testimonies, families, homes, and future generations. The small choices we make each day matter. In this episode we discuss: ✨ David's tragic choices and how hearts drift one decision at a time ✨ Why God's grace is bigger than our mistakes ✨ The lie so many moms believe: "I'm not enough" ✨ Elder Jeffrey R. Holland's powerful reminder that perfection is "eventually" ✨ Solomon's request for an "understanding heart" ✨ The beautiful story of the two mothers and Solomon's discernment ✨ Why motherhood requires sacrifice—and why it's worth it ✨ The purpose of Solomon's temple and what it teaches us about inviting God into our homes ✨ How keeping covenants helps us stay connected to Christ ✨ Solomon's downfall and the warning against letting other things slowly take first place in our hearts ✨ Simple ways busy moms can make room for Jesus every day Key Takeaways Hearts Don't Drift Overnight David's story reminds us that major mistakes often begin with small compromises. What small choices are drawing us closer to Christ? What small choices are pulling us away? Not in a shame-filled way—but in an awareness way. You Are Not Failing One of the highlights of this week's study is Elder Jeffrey R. Holland's talk: "Be Ye Therefore Perfect—Eventually" Satan often convinces good women that commandments and covenants are evidence that they are failing. But Christ never intended the gospel to be a source of self-condemnation. The Atonement was created for imperfect people who are trying. And that includes every mom listening.   Link to talk  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/be-ye-therefore-perfect-eventually?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/be-ye-therefore-perfect-eventually?lang=eng]   Ask for an Understanding Heart When God asked Solomon: "Ask what I shall give thee" Solomon didn't ask for riches, power, or an easier life. He asked for: "An understanding heart." What a beautiful prayer for mothers. Motherhood isn't a problem to solve. It's a relationship to navigate. Through Covenants, God Dwells With Us The temple isn't just about a building. It's about God's promise: "I will dwell among my people." God wants to dwell in our homes. In our marriages. In our motherhood. In our everyday lives. The temple reminds us to make room for Him. What Is Winning Your Heart? Solomon didn't lose his testimony overnight. His heart slowly turned toward other things. The same can happen to us. Not because we stop believing. But because our hearts become divided. Between: * Christ and comparison * Christ and perfectionism * Christ and social media * Christ and busyness * Christ and fear The question isn't: Do I love God? The question is: Is He still first? This Week's Invitation Instead of trying harder or doing more, ask yourself: ✨ What am I building? ✨ What is winning my heart? ✨ What small thing can I do this week to make a little more room for Jesus in my home? Maybe it's: * One prayer * One scripture * One temple trip * One act of repentance * One moment of stillness Because hearts don't drift overnight. And they don't return overnight either. They return one small choice at a time. I'd Love to Hear From You! One of my favorite parts of studying Come, Follow Me is hearing what the Spirit teaches other people. Did a scripture stand out to you this week? Do you have a favorite quote, insight, or experience from your study? 📧 Email me at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRwC52dJNU0&list=RDiRwC52dJNU0&start_radio=1 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRwC52dJNU0&list=RDiRwC52dJNU0&start_radio=1]   Watch the videos first before you show your kids .  1st video I showed my kids https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejk1m6nDEhs [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejk1m6nDEhs]   2nd video I showed my kids https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUmn2KVAI3g [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUmn2KVAI3g]   This weeks Come, Follow Me lesson references this. I highly recommend  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/for-the-strength-of-youth/10-your-body-is-sacred?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/for-the-strength-of-youth/10-your-body-is-sacred?lang=eng]   The Talks I am studying this week  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/10/43soares?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2020/10/43soares?lang=eng]   https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/17eyring?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/17eyring?lang=eng]   All about Technology  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/taking-charge-of-technology?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/taking-charge-of-technology?lang=eng]   This Weeks Come, Follow Me lesson in the Manual  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-home-and-church-old-testament-2026/26?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/come-follow-me-for-home-and-church-old-testament-2026/26?lang=eng]