May 20-26: Mosiah 18-24

Topics: 1) Alma's baptism; 2) Covenants; 3) Is an organized church necessary?

 

In this episode of 'Things I Wish I Could Say in Sunday School', dive into a raw and honest discourse on faith. The episode reflects on Mosiah chapters 18-24 and contemplates the understanding of covenants and the necessity of an organized church.

Discover new perspectives on the baptism of Alma, as the episode questions and critiques the traditional narratives. It explores the concept of divine authority, raising intriguing questions on the validity of these narratives applied to ancient cultures.

The significance of covenants in the church is another major theme explored in the episode. Narratives on three types of covenants found in scriptures - through ordinances, made by a group, and by an individual are discussed. It encourages listeners to feel empowered to frame their commitments to God, underlining the importance of personal growth and self-commitment, using the story of Ruth as an example.

The episode also explores the role and importance of the organized church, providing an honest critique of the control maintained by the church over religious rituals, and the barriers it places between individuals and God.