I have read the Book of Mormon every day for over 38 years only missing 65 days. I’ve probably spent more time in Alma chapter 30 than any other chapter as it’s been incredibly insightful for our day and instructive regarding not only what our adversary teaches but how to counteract those teachings. I truly appreciate Rabbi Joe’s insight into this today. After all these years, I can still learn something from someone who sees it from another perspective. Thank you!

@dinocollins720

17 күн бұрын

I'm on my way to that record!!! Still have a lot of years haha. Very powerful brother!

We were Kosher until 6 years ago. At some point earlier, I don’t remember the year. I started to trust in Jesus’ redemption. But, no church I visited taught doctrine close to what I knew to be true. Until I started going to the LDS church. I still feel like they might be downgrading some parts and even if we don’t follow every Law, knowing them to judge morality by is a good idea. But based on doctrine, it is the Most True Church I have attended. I became a member in February. This church is so important to me I can’t imagine not being part of it.

@heisrisen12

6 күн бұрын

@@mandilyncartwright5697 I also joined as an adult!! (I’m assuming you are). No other church answered my deep questions. No other church is fulfilling to me

It was instructive to observe Rabbi Joe provide an example of respecting the beliefs of others by respectfully addressing The Book of Mormon text, which is not a text of his own religious tradition. This is a first order example. And besides, it was good instruction too. Thank you Rabbi Joe!

And just as Korihor was ultimately struck dumb, we need to, in the name of God, silence our inner sign-seeking Korihors of doubt, mockery, and nihilistic materialism. Love it!

His face is so vibrant and glows with love and gentleness. Love how we can all come together and feel our Saviors warm embrace.

@darlenepedersen4145

9 күн бұрын

You sure cut my response short?😢

Thank you Rabbi Joe it is always a great pleasure to listen to you and to know the depth of your light on the Scriptures. And your approach to the Book of Mormon is enriching. I teach World Religions and the Gospel of Jesus Christ in my institute class here in France and I will be so happy if you can intervene when I teach about The Jewish religion. So listening will enrich my class by sharing your interventions with my students. Thank you for your wisdom, your humility and your respect for our religion and faith in Jesus Christ.

Two verses from the New Testament came in mind, when I was listening to you, and I want to share them: "If you love Me (Christ) feed My lambs and shepherd My sheep! (John 21:15-16) also "Ye that gathereth not with Me (Christ) scattereth abroad". (Matthew 12:30) ~ I think that if we act on these two verses, it will make us better people. Love one another, be kind and patient, and be gatherers with Christ. Thank you so much for your insights Rabbi Joe!

Thank you to you both of sharing these words of these holy scriptures I am so greatful for the powerful words to watch how I can live up to my faith a disciple of Jesus Christ ❤❤❤❤ look forward to your next lesson on Alma love ❤❤❤ to you both Jesus Christ is our Redeemer King of Kings Heavenly Father is at the helm and not men or women Amen

We love and enjoy his insights. How profound and inspiring is for me to learn and see the other perspective about this chapter. We are big fans this Rabbi Joe. He is so humble 🙏

As a new convert, your lessons help me gain knowledge that I would take years to understand. Thank you, Rabbi Joe!

I so enjoy the Rabbi! I look forward to each new week of lessons from him! Thank you!

Thank you kind sir

My favorite so far. Korihor within ourselves- great insight. So grateful to have you Rabbi Joe. Love your words of wisdom.

This lesson was a gift. Toda raba Rabbi Joe. I'm not sure I shared this before, but the last few years I've been praying to God to open a way for me to find a rabbi to study Torah with. I've felt a strong prompting to deepen my understanding of the Gospel through Hebrew eyes. Everything I've learnt to date of Judaic thought has been nothing short of enriching. It dawned on me after watching your video last week, that I didn't need to go to synagogue to find a rabbi any longer - God has brought a rabbi to me! To us! And a rabbi who is willing to study our scripture with us! Now that is truly something remarkable and a very wonderful blessing that I do not take lightly. Bless the Lord, for His loving kindness, for bringing us all together in this forum. May G!d bless you too rabbi Joe, for your love-filled service. Shalom 🕊️

@dinocollins720

17 күн бұрын

powerful

I have love the last 2 episodes! I missed the first one and will go back. I could listen for hours. This is so insightful into ways to study and what to look for.

I am so thankful I found this video. Rabbi Joe's insights inspire me to be better and to internalize the scriptures in a new way. Wonderful!

The story of Korihor has haunted me and challenged me for years. Recently I realized that what is so bad about him isn't so much his arguments but the *attitude* behind them. So, Korihor as an attitude: this is very useful. Antagonism, or, in other words, "the spirit of contention."

Korihor’s story has always resonated deeply with me. The Rabbi’s take is an awesome pivot I hadn’t considered.

So beautiful and profound! I appreciate the gentle and fervent passion and instruction in your voice, Rabbi! You are a master at speaking with joint wisdom and invitation. You are deeply appreciated. ❤

A so appreciate the example of study you lead with. You don’t just tell me your thoughts, you teach me how to look at scripture in a deeper way. Thank you!

It is interesting that Korihor lays out Social Darwinism, and Alma debunks it on religious grounds. Yet Social Darwinism wasn't something being dealt with im Joseph Smith Jr.'s day. The Book Of Mormon was Copyrighted and published before Charles Darwin ever set foot on the H.M.S. Beagle to start his journey of discovery that would lead to his books Origin Of A Species 1857 and The Descent Of Man 1871, that would eventually lead to Social Darwinism in the late 1880s to early 1890s, which has been a major problem in our day and age ever since. Now if Joseph Smith Jr.'s made up the whole thing using sources around him, why and how did Joseph Smith Jr. include a theory created decades after his death, that was completely unknown in his time? Two possible explanations, either he had help from someone from the future and likely others from the past, meaning everything he wrote is true, or he had help from the one who knows the end from the beginning, namely God the Father, meaning everything he wrote is true.

Wow! He said there were 8 powerful themes he identified in Alma 30-31....and we only got into ONE of them! How much are we missing as listeners by moving through the Book of Mormon, perhaps, too quickly? I know time is precious, but I (for one) would have been riveted if this video had gone on for 60-90 minutes.

@MamaKai54

11 күн бұрын

Completely agree! I've been trying to find the 8. Can't quite get there. Would love a list!

It is wonderful to be privileged to listen to Rabbi Joe preach and teach.

Thank You Rabbi & SC Team ❤

Thank you Rabbi; insightful wisdom.

Love our Jewish friends. Bound together with them forever.

Thanks for your insights, it helps me to ponder the chapters again. from Korea.

it's crazy how a rabbi knows so much about restoration scriptures lol. This is cool.

Another fantastic video! thank you Benjamin and Brother Joe!!!! I absolutely love these interviews!

Once again Rabbi Joe shares his great wisdom with us and gives us much to ponder and pray about! Thank you Rabbi!

I get giddy when my notification bell goes off and I see Rabbi Joe!

@dinocollins720

17 күн бұрын

Facts!!!

We must be on guard. Thank you

What a beautiful way to wake up this morning listening to this wonderful podcast with Rabbi Joe. He has a very soothing voice and a kindness about him that radiates with love. I look forward to the future podcasts with him. Thank you so much.

Rabbi, your perspective of Korihor and how this applies to us plus the hope that comes because of your comments on Proverbs and the privilege of personal thought was impressive and enlightening. As you said, lots here to unpack. Thank you Rabbi!

thank you!

Well put! Thank you kind Rabbi. Have a wonderful day!

I LOVE this approach! Wonderful to hear this Rabbi lead the discussion! Deepens my testimony!!❤ Thank you for this insight!

Thanks so much ypur words help me to examine ny self and hope to be a good example...so grateful for you both

A brilliant insight. Thank you.

Thank you for your insights, Rabbi Joe!!

I really look forward to learning from Rabbi Joe ❤

I love this Rabbi’s western shirt.

Thank you so much. I love the platform.

I really like hearing the Rabai's thoughts!

Loved his insight. Thank you

Thank you!!

Rabbi Joe is a stud!!!

Thank you for such wonderful and enriching insights from a wonderful wonderful brother, Rabbi Joe.😂❤

Thank you 😊 this was wonderful!!

Love Rabbi Joe! And so wonderful you are following in your dads footsteps!

Thank you! Rabbi Joe's insights are profound.

Love this brother ,thanku for your knowledge and your uplifting testimony

Thank you so much, Benjamin, Rabbi Joe, and the Scripture Central team! What a treasure it is to have you volunteer your time and efforts to help us, your audience, learn more, and grow closer to Christ. ❤

Shalom 😇🙏

I love this!

Before 1984 there was the Book of Mormon. I’ve actually been doing a 1984 theme in my study as I’ve read the Book of Mormon this time. I guess the spirit is showing the same thing to others.

Easy on the editing. Pause is powerful. It takes real time to receive and reflect. Cutting and jumping between snippets of verse, also, is hard to follow for those with book in hand. My opinion. Love your dedication and testimony, and what a sweet blessing Rabbi brother is to all of us. Hurrah for [the House of] Israel! -Ev

I would love to dig into this concept of 8 grand themes, anyone have a list which ones he might be referencing? I've loved Rabbi Joe, so respectful and beams light. Approaching the text that was written hebraically with hebraic perspectives and methods is so enlightening but also like "duh of course this makes sense 😂" The world could be helped from this peace built on the basis that there is truth to be found in all religions and the choice to respect and focus on similarities to lift each other. ❤️

@jenchace3601

10 күн бұрын

Thank you, Rabbi Joe and benjamin, from the bottom of my heart. I have loved what little I know of the Jewish religion for a long time❤

Felicidades ami amigo rabino

It would have been nice to hear the rabbi's opinion on the abbreviated Shmone Esrei (Amida) in Alma 31.

You should do a video on what the talmud says about Jesus

Who cares what he thinks .he's a relationist. he doesn't have to say about absolute truth or Claims whether they're true or not he just says when he feels.... what I can teach you rather than what is actually being claimed.

@dinocollins720

17 күн бұрын

God loves all His children and gives all His children a portion of what they are willing to accept. Mother Teresa, Martin Luther, founding fathers, etc., etc., etc were all inspired and guided by God despite a wide range of religious backgrounds and beliefs! Much love brotha!

@RichF245

16 күн бұрын

@@dinocollins720 I love the way you interact with detractors. I appreciate you.

@dinocollins720

16 күн бұрын

@@RichF245 I can’t help but defend SC. I know so many of the individuals behind the scenes. I know how much they sacrifice and I know how much everyone wants to help people know of Christ. I get offended when people are dishonest about that… but I try my best to also be nice 😂

Thank You Rabbi & SC Team ❤