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Welcome to 'Start Here Study' – where Come Follow Me is explained in plain English. Each month, a new Come Follow Me companion video will be uploaded that explains a complex gospel topic in a way that's easy to learn and remember. About the Host: Kristen Walker Smith is the co-host of the One Minute Scripture Study podcast (currently at 12 million downloads), a 4x best-selling author, and a BYU Education Week speaker. Facebook: Kristen Walker Smith Instagram: kristenwalkersmith

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Why Laman and Lemuel Were Blessed to Leave Jerusalem | Come Follow Me

YouTubeOct 25, 2026

How to Talk to Your Teen About Heavenly Mother

YouTubeOct 22, 2026

Jeremiah and Lehi Were Alive at the SAME TIME?! 🤯 | Come Follow Me

YouTubeOct 18, 2026

Does DNA Disprove the Book of Mormon? | Beliefs on Trial

YouTubeOct 15, 2026

If Latter-day Saints Were Honest During Ministering Interviews 😂

YouTubeOct 14, 2026

Isaiah 58–66 Explained: The Backstory You Need in 60 Seconds

YouTubeOct 11, 2026

The Abrahamic Covenant Explained | Come Follow Me Isaiah 50–57

YouTubeOct 4, 2026

Did Joseph Smith Translate the Book of Mormon with a Rock in a Hat?

YouTubeSep 29, 2026

The Secret to Finally Understanding Isaiah

YouTubeSep 27, 2026

The Night 185,000 Soldiers Died in their Sleep (Isaiah's Storyline)

YouTubeSep 20, 2026

The One Thing I Got Wrong Preparing My Son for the Temple

YouTubeSep 16, 2026

Why Did Judah's King Refuse to Trust God in Isaiah?

YouTubeSep 13, 2026

Solomon Had Everything, So Why Did It Still Feel Empty?

YouTubeSep 6, 2026

Did Joseph Smith Lie About Polygamy?

YouTubeAug 26, 2026

What David's Worst Sin Teaches Us About Repentance

YouTubeAug 23, 2026

Was the Priesthood Ban Really Not a Revelation?

YouTubeAug 19, 2026

Did Jesus Quote the Psalms More Than Any Other Scripture?

YouTubeAug 16, 2026

Did God Really Make a Bet With Satan in the Book of Job?

YouTubeAug 12, 2026

Why Did Job Refuse to Curse God After Losing Everything?

YouTubeAug 9, 2026

Why Did None of Joseph Smith's Plural Wives Have Kids?

YouTubeAug 5, 2026

What Really Happens in the Book of Esther?

YouTubeAug 2, 2026

Why Did Jesus Call the Scribes Hypocrites?

YouTubeJul 29, 2026

Why Did a Persian King Set Judah Free?

YouTubeJul 26, 2026

Nobody Agrees How to Pronounce Jehoshaphat

YouTubeJul 22, 2026

Two Kings, Same Threat, Totally Different Endings (2 Chronicles 14-20)

YouTubeJul 19, 2026

What Is the Scattering of Israel? (Explained in 3 Parts)

YouTubeJul 15, 2026

Hezekiah, Josiah, and the Fall of Israel (2 Kings 16-25)

YouTubeJul 12, 2026

What Actually Happened with Elisha and the She-Bears | Come Follow Me 2 Kings

YouTubeJul 8, 2026

Elisha's Miracles Explained in 60 Seconds | Come Follow Me 2 Kings 2–7

YouTubeJul 5, 2026

The Israelite Kingdom Splits and Elijah Calls Down Fire | Come Follow Me 1 Kings

YouTubeJun 28, 2026

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361: Just Keep Swimming, D&C 46-48

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360: “I would rather not do it”, D&C 46-48

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358: How to Get EXACTLY What You Ask For, D&C 46-48

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The Whisper of the Spirit: Learning to Hear Revelation Like Joseph Smith

Receiving revelation isn't magic; it's a skill taught by the Spirit. Tune in to learn from Joseph Smith's insights in D&C 127:10.

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Rogue Disciples

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The Divine Assurance: When the Lord is With Us

A deep dive into the promises found in the scriptures regarding the Lord's companionship, drawing strength from our study of Judges.

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Operation Iron Rod

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Beyond Degrees: The Divine Capacity for Revelation and Learning

We must re-examine our understanding of divine expectation regarding knowledge, drawing deeper from D&C 130:18.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Divine Assurance: When the Lord is With Us

A deep dive into the promises found in D&C 131:6, reminding us that divine companionship is our greatest protection and guide.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Necessity of Deep Study: Moving Beyond the Surface Readings

Our commitment to the scriptures demands more than mere recitation; it requires deep, focused study to unlock the Spirit's counsel.

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Operation Iron Rod

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Stewards of the Covenant: Living Out D&C 132:53

A deep dive into the stewardship required when the Lord is with us, drawing strength from D&C 132:53.

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Operation Iron Rod

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Beyond Obedience: When the Spirit Whispers for a Blessing

We are called to obey out of love, yet sometimes the Spirit directs us toward acknowledging a necessary blessing, as illuminated by D&C 130:21.

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Operation Iron Rod

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When the Quiet Hits: Finding the Spirit in Moments of Solitude

Sometimes the deepest spiritual learning happens when we feel the quietest—when we feel alone. Let's study D&C 133:50 together.

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Rogue Disciples

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The Unveiling: Confronting Babylon Through the Covenant Light

D&C 133:5 stands as a stark warning, demanding that we, as disciples of the Restoration, remain vigilant against the spiritual decay of the world.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Divine Calculus: Refining Our Hearts Through the Principles of D&C 133:4

A deep dive into Doctrine and Covenants 133:4, examining the Lord's divine process of 'adding good and removing bad' in our discipleship.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Necessary Discomfort: Finding Strength in the Crucible of Study

Sometimes the Spirit requires us to step outside our comfort zone to deepen our understanding of divine covenants and covenants.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Unshakeable Truth of D&C 133:53 and Our Call to Vigilance

We revisit D&C 133:53 to anchor our understanding of divine companionship and the constant need for spiritual preparedness in our lives.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Divine Mandate: Standing Firm on the Covenant Path

D&C 133-134 speaks to the enduring nature of covenants and the necessity of divine guidance for the Body of Christ.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Crucible of Covenant Keeping: Enduring Trials for Celestial Glory

We must understand that the trials we face are not arbitrary hardships, but divine preparation, mirroring the steadfastness required to enter the highest degrees of glory.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Weight of the Spirit: Understanding Divine Grace Over Guilt

We wrestle with the natural tendency to self-condemn when we stumble in our sacred covenants. Let's anchor ourselves in the profound truth of D&C 137:9.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Sovereignty of the Lord: Examining D&C 137:5-7 Through the Lens of Divine Authority

We revisit D&C 137:5-7, meditating on the Lord's perfect timing and the absolute sovereignty He exercises over all things, even in our understanding.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Divine Assurance: Covenant Blessings in D&C 137–138

A deep dive into the covenants and blessings promised to those who keep the commandments, drawing from Doctrine and Covenants 137–138.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Overflowing Cup: Thanksgiving as a Divine Discipline

D&C 136:28 teaches us that gratitude is not merely an emotion, but a divine mechanism for deepening our communion with the Lord.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Weight of Contention: Guarding Our Hearts for the Restoration

As we continue our study of the scriptures, we must wrestle with the principle of contention, remembering that the Lord's Spirit demands unity among His disciples.

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Operation Iron Rod

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The Power of the Word: Remembering Why We Study Scripture

Sometimes the best missionary preparation is just remembering the incredible power held within the scriptures we already possess.

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Rogue Disciples

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