Exploring the History and Doctrine of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Exploring the History and Doctrine of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
This study guide explores the gathering of Israel as a major theme in Isaiah, including its historical context, the Savior’s role as the Gatherer, and how Isaiah’s teachings about gathering can apply personally to each of us.
There are several major themes that run throughout Isaiah. One example is the absurdity of worshipping idols that we make with our hands, rather than worshipping the Lord who created us. As we find themes, we gain a greater understanding of Isaiah’s writings.
Isaiah uses individual words to convey significant historical and spiritual themes. As we make the effort to study Isaiah one word at a time, we can find greater meaning in his message.
Isaiah uses people, places, and events as symbols for spiritual truths. As we learn how the organization of Isaiah corresponds to the history of Israel, it becomes easier to understand the meaning behind Isaiah’s symbols.
We don’t have to be a scholar to understand Isaiah. Just reading it will be beneficial, as we can find individual verses that give us hope and help us feel the Savior’s love. However we approach Isaiah, we should make whatever effort we can give.
Gospel paradoxes are doctrines that seem contradictory but are both true. As we study and live these complementary truths, we come to understand them more fully and find greater peace in the gospel of Jesus Christ.
As we diligently study the scriptures, we invite the Holy Ghost into our lives and can experience personal revelation every day.
Proverbs repeatedly teaches that wisdom comes through instruction, counsel, and correction. Accepting correction leads to learning, repentance, spiritual growth, and lifelong discipleship of Jesus Christ.
Although I love the Bible, I have struggled to enjoy the Psalms. But I found my “hook.” As I learned about the Levite singers, the use of the Psalms in worship, the musical notations in the Psalms, and connections to modern scripture, I learned to love the Psalms.
