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followHIM

Hank Smith & John Bythewayfollowhim.co

Do you ever feel that preparing for your weekly Come, Follow Me lesson falls short? Join hosts Hank Smith and John Bytheway as they interview experts to make your study for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Come, Follow Me course not only enjoyable but original and educational. If you are looking for resources to make your LDS study fresh, faithful, and fun--no matter your age--then join us every Wednesday morning. Show notes: https://followhim.co YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Instagram: Instagram.com/followhimpodcast Facebook: Facebook.com/followhimpodcast
The followHIM Podcast is not affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The opinions expressed on episodes represent the views of the guest and podcasters alone.

Episodes

How can I find happiness? • follow HIM Favorites • Feb. 13 - Feb. 19

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producer, Sponsor David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John Bytheway: Co-host David Perr...

Feb 09, 20234 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Matthew 5; Luke 6 Part 2 • Dr. Lincoln H. Blumell • Feb. 13 - Feb. 19

Dr. Lincoln Blumell continues to examine the Beatitudes in the Sermon on the Mount. 00:00 Part II– Dr. Lincoln Blumell 00:07 Salt and savor 01:23 The purpose of light 04:27 The Law and fulfillment 09:31 Six antithesis 14:39 Inward spirituality vs. outward behavior 16:29 Jesus talks about divorce 23:33 Jesus discussing oaths, vows, and forgiveness 31:25 The Berlin Wall story 34:15 The commandment to be perfect 38:04 Dr. Blumell shares his takeaways from Matthew 5 44:17 End of Part II–Dr. Lincoln ...

Feb 08, 202343 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Matthew 5; Luke 6 Part 1 • Dr. Lincoln H. Blumell • Feb. 13 - Feb. 19

How do we obtain lasting happiness? Dr. Lincoln Blumell explores the depths of Jesus’s longest recorded sermon. 00:00 Part 1–Dr. Lincoln Blumell 01:23 Introduction of Dr. Lincoln Blumell 02:51 The Beatitudes in Luke and Matthew 06:19 The Sermon’s audiences 08:01 The JST and the Sermon in the Book of Mormon 10:18 Matthew shows a new Moses and alludes to hundreds of miracles 13:16 The First Principles in Matthew and the JST 14:14 Calling of the Twelve Apostles 17:06 The meaning of meek 23:10 Mourn...

Feb 08, 202351 minSeason 3Ep. 8

What does it mean to be born again? • follow HIM Favorites • Feb. 6 - Feb. 12

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producer, Sponsor David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John Bytheway: Co-host David Perr...

Feb 02, 20234 minSeason 3Ep. 7

John 2-4 Part 2 • Dr. Robert L. Millet • Feb. 6 - Feb. 12

Dr. Robert Millet continues to examine the baptism of Jesus and the importance of following the path Jesus establishes. Dr. Millet bears testimony of the power of the love of Jesus Christ. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpo...

Feb 01, 202348 minSeason 3Ep. 7

John 2-4 Part 1 • Dr. Robert L. Millet • Feb. 6 - Feb. 12

What do Jesus’s miracles teach us about Him? Dr. Robert Millet explores the first miracles recorded in the Gospel of John including Jesus turning water to wine, Him healing the nobleman’s son, and Jesus meeting the Samaritan woman. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Insta...

Feb 01, 202358 minSeason 3Ep. 7

2nd Anniversary Special Episode - The Sorensen Family

Steve and Shannon Sorensen created the followHIM podcast to help their children and grandchildren understand and live the gospel more fully. With Steve’s unexpected passing two weeks after our first podcast, Shannon has taken over the reins and she and her children share their journey these past two years. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-po...

Jan 28, 202336 minSeason 3Ep. 6

How does the Savior describe himself? • follow HIM Favorites • Jan. 30 - Feb. 5

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producer, Sponsor David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John Bytheway: Co-host David Perr...

Jan 26, 20234 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Matthew 4; Luke 4-5 Part 2 • Dr. Jan Martin • Jan. 30 - Feb. 5

Dr. Jan Martin continues to examine the invitation Jesus Christ gives every disciple to leave their previous lives behind to follow Him. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz...

Jan 25, 202352 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Matthew 4; Luke 4-5 Part 1 • Dr. Jan Martin • Jan. 30 - Feb. 5

How do you prepare for the Lord’s work? Dr. Jan Martin explores the preparations and temptations of Jesus, our divine nature, and Jesus’s declaration as the Messiah. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/old-testament/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Sp...

Jan 25, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 6

What is true repentance? • follow HIM Favorites • Jan. 23 - Jan. 29

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producer, Sponsor David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John Bytheway: Co-host David Perr...

Jan 19, 20234 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Matthew 3; Mark 1; Luke 3 Part 2 • Dr. Shon Hopkin • Jan. 23 - Jan. 29

Dr. Shon Hopkin continues to explore the blessings of baptism and being part of the family of Jesus Christ. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY Thanks to the...

Jan 18, 202355 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Matthew 3; Mark 1; Luke 3 Part 1 • Dr. Shon Hopkin • Jan. 23 - Jan. 29

How do we prepare to meet the Lord? Dr. Shon D. Hopkin examines the baptism of Jesus Christ, his relationship with John the Baptist, as well as the nature of repentance. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Spotify: http...

Jan 18, 202354 minSeason 3Ep. 5

How can we "Come and see"? • follow HIM Favorites • Jan. 16 - Jan. 22

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producer, Sponsors David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John Bytheway: Co-host David Per...

Jan 12, 20234 minSeason 3Ep. 4

John 1 Part 2 • Dr. Eric D. Huntsman • Jan. 16 - Jan. 22

Dr. Eric Huntsman continues to examine John 1 and shares his testimony of Jesus Christ. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/old-testament/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15G9TTz8yLp0dQyEcBQ8BY Thanks to the foll...

Jan 11, 202344 minSeason 3Ep. 4

John 1 Part 1 • Dr. Eric D. Huntsman • Jan. 16 - Jan. 22

What does the Book of John teach us about Jesus Christ? Dr. Eric D. Huntsman explores John 1’s Christology, the authorship of the Book of John, and the power Jesus Christ can have in our lives. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/follow...

Jan 11, 202349 minSeason 3Ep. 4

What can we learn from the shepherds' reaction to the angel's message? • followHIM Favorites • Jan. 9 - Jan. 15

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producers, Sponsors David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John Bytheway: Co-h...

Jan 05, 20234 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Matthew 2; Luke 2 Part 2 • Dr. Bradley R. Wilcox • Jan. 9 - Jan. 15

Dr. Brad Wilcox continues and examines the importance of pondering, temple worship, and scripture study as well as following the life of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Spotify: https://open...

Jan 04, 202348 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Matthew 2; Luke 2 Part 1 • Dr. Bradley R. Wilcox • Jan. 9 - Jan. 15

Jesus was born in humble circumstances. How does this affect your feelings for him? Dr. Brad Wilcox explores the many visitors and witnesses to Jesus Christ’s birth and intentional discipleship. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/follo...

Jan 04, 202337 minSeason 3Ep. 3

What can we learn from the people in Matthew 1 & Luke 1? • followHIM Favorites • Jan. 2 - Jan. 8

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producers, Sponsors David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John Bytheway: Co-h...

Dec 29, 20224 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Matthew 1; Luke 1 Part 2 • Dr. Gaye Strathearn • Jan. 2 - Jan. 8

Dr. Gaye Strathearn continues to examine the importance of Mary, Elizabeth, Zacharias, and John the Baptist as examples of discipleship and covenant service. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Spotify: https://open.spo...

Dec 28, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Matthew 1; Luke 1 Part 1 • Dr. Gaye Strathearn • Jan. 2 - Jan. 8

What can we learn about discipleship? Dr. Gaye Strathearn explores the nature of discipleship, the importance of asking questions, and the differences between the Book of Luke and the Book of Matthew. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...

Dec 28, 202257 minSeason 3Ep. 2

How do I gain my testimony and keep it? • followHIM Favorites • Dec. 26 - Jan. 1

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producers, Sponsors David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John Bytheway: Co-h...

Dec 22, 20227 minSeason 3Ep. 1

We Are Responsible for Our Own Learning Part 2 • Dr. Steven C. Harper • Dec. 26 - Jan. 1

Dr. Steven C. Harper examines the importance of scripture study, pondering, acting in faith, recording spiritual experiences, asking questions, and seeking answers. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Spotify: https://o...

Dec 21, 202241 minSeason 3Ep. 1

We Are Responsible for Our Own Learning Part 1 • Dr. Steven C. Harper • Dec. 26 - Jan. 1

How much personal effort is required to become a disciple? Dr. Steven C. Harper explores how to become a seeker by study and faith and how this strengthens each disciple of Jesus Christ. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodc...

Dec 21, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Merry Christmas! • followHIM Favorites • Dec. 19 - Dec 25

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/old-testament/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producers, Sponsors David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John...

Dec 15, 20225 minSeason 2Ep. 52

Christmas Part 2 • Dr. Jeffrey Chadwick • Dec. 19 - Dec 25

Dr. Chadwick continues to explore the historical significance of archaeological and historical findings and the spiritual significance of the life and birth of Jesus Christ. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/old-testament/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpo...

Dec 14, 202237 minSeason 2Ep. 52

Christmas Part 1 • Dr. Jeffrey Chadwick • Dec. 19 - Dec 25

Are there parallels between Jesus’s birth in a cave, resting in a stone manger, his burial in a tomb, and his resting place on a stone? Dr. Jeffrey Chadwick explores the possibilities of census, housing, and manger traditions in the ancient Levant. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/old-testament/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.fac...

Dec 14, 20221 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 52

Why should we pay tithing? • followHIM Favorites • Dec. 12 - Dec. 18

Hank Smith and John Bytheway answer a question from this week's Come, Follow Me study. Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/old-testament/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FollowHimOfficialChannel Thanks to the followHIM team: Steve & Shannon Sorensen: Executive Producers, Sponsors David & Verla Sorensen: Sponsors Dr. Hank Smith: Co-host John...

Dec 08, 20226 minSeason 2Ep. 51

Malachi Part 2 • Dr. Barbara Gardner • Dec. 12 - Dec. 18

Dr. Gardner continues to examine the Book of Malachi and evidence of God's love for all his children–on both sides of the veil. Please rate and review the podcast! Show Notes (English, French, Spanish, Portuguese): https://followhim.co/old-testament/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/follow-him-a-come-follow-me-podcast/id1545433056 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/followhimpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/followhimpodcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/s...

Dec 07, 20221 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 51