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Old Testament Lesson 12: ''Fruitful in the Land of My Afflication''
Introduction The story of Joseph makes me think about what it really means to be free. During the early years of Joseph's life, while he was experiencing the viciousness of murderous brothers and the solitude of slavery and the pain of imprisonment, his brothers were (1)committing murder...
How We Taught This Lesson in the Past: Lesson 12: “Fruitful in the Land of My Affliction”
Both the current lesson manual and this trio of lessons scheduled for 18 May, 25 May, and 8 June 1930 examine Joseph’s life in Egypt, noting how Joseph’s faithfulness during trials led to great blessings for himself and all his family. Joseph There are many reasons why Joseph should be the...
Old Testament Lesson 12: "Fruitful in the Land of My Affliction"
The story of Joseph is one of the most well known stories of the Bible. Besides continuing the patriarchal narrative, providing the essential link between the patriarchs and the children of Israel in bondage in Egypt, the story illustrates several doctrinal issues. Beyond this, the story of Joseph...
OT Lesson 12 Study Notes: Genesis 40-45
Genesis 40 Verse 1: How long do you think “after these things” might represent, a long time or a short time? Why do you think we hear nothing further about Potiphar’s wife and what became of her? Verse 2: Note that “butler” is probably better translated “cup bearer,” and “baker” is probably...
Wheelchairs given to needy residents in Thailand
At this, arguably the most popular seaside resort in Asia, the women of the Rotary Club of Junkseilon held a 30-wheelchair ceremony on Feb. 28 by coordinating with LDS Charities and the Bang Rak Rotary Club of Thailand. It was the fourth distribution LDS Charities has been involved with since the...
Relief Society commemoration in Nauvoo
On March 17, LDS sisters throughout the world celebrated the 168th anniversary of the organization of the Relief Society. In Nauvoo, Ill., missionary sisters gathered at the actual site -- in Joseph Smith's Red Brick Store -- and commemorated that event. The reconstructed Red Brick Store is...
As You Slide Down the Bannister of Life, May the Splinters Never Point in the Wrong Direction
The thing is, though, they will. And what are you going to do when you get poked in the patootie? I can tell you what I do: I scream and yell, and chuck a colossal conniption. I tell God what He needs to do to remedy my situation. Then I sit and wait for Him to comply. And wait. And wait. ...
BYU Wins! 99-92 in first NCAA March Madness game
Mormon Life says: Looks like the cougars are "one and done" no more.
OKLAHOMA CITY -- Jimmer Fredette scored 37 points, including two 3-pointers in double overtime, to seal BYU's thrilling 99-92 win over 10th-seeded Florida on Thursday in the first round of the NCAA...
Lecturing about Race and Mormonism at Harvard College
Mormon Life says: An interesting approach to teaching about Mormonism.
I want to briefly share my fresh experience having lectured this past week on Mormonism for a Harvard College undergrad course on American religious history (led by Prof. Marie Griffith, formerly of...
Deseret Book to open new flagship store in downtown SLC
The huge white sheets of butcher paper will soon come down at 45 W. South Temple as the flagship store for Deseret Book is unveiled on March 25. The current downtown location, at 20 E. South Temple, will close its doors for good when the store closes this Saturday night. Neither Deseret Book...
Orson Scott Card: Parenting is No. 1 in importance
I recently got a letter from a friend (a scientist and college professor), who is not a member of the LDS Church. We've met only once in person; we got to know each other through e-mails. I've corresponded with him through his marriage, their decision to have children, his battles to maintain...
Success as Joy’s Counterfeit
What if the famous scripture in 2 Nephi 2:25 read this way? “Adam fell that man might be; and men are, that they might be successful.” I’m sure most of you, like me, would find such a scripture discouraging and irritating and false instead of inspiring and hopeful and true. But sometimes I look...
Bend it like Bookslinger
Ok, the truth is that I could never be as good a Book of Mormon promoter as Bookslinger, but he has inspired me to make a goal for 2010. My goal is to hand out one Book of Mormon a month. Three months in, I have kept on pace to meet the goal. It was actually a lot easier than I thought. ...
Michelle Obama visits with LDS officials
For the second time in less than a year, Mormon church leaders have met with a President Barack Obama family member in the White House to present a volume of history. First lady Michelle Obama was presented with a volume of her family history Wednesday morning by Elder Dallin H. Oaks of The...
