A Deep Dive into the Book of Mormon: 12 Powerful Resources
Along with studying the Old and New Testaments, it’s time for a deep dive into the Book of Mormon. Below are twelve powerful resources to use in your personal and family study:
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The Book of Mormon (Audio and Book Versions)
Are you aware that the ancient records found in The Book of Mormon are specifically for our day? The setting, interestingly enough, takes place in the ancient Americas. The words found in The Book of Mormon testify of Jesus Christ and His gospel. Listening to or reading from the pages of The Book of Mormon has never been easier. Simply click on the audio and book links below:
Book of Mormon Stories for Children (Illustrated)
Title Page of Book of Mormon
You may wonder, “Besides testifying of Jesus Christ, what is the purpose of The Book of Mormon?”
The Title Page of the Book of Mormon answers that question:
The title page is “An Account Written by the Hand of Mormon upon Plates Taken from the Plates of Nephi”.
Learn more about the Title Page in this video.
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Come Follow Me Study Manual
The Manual is a study guide filled with beautiful artwork, scripture, and discussion and activity ideas for all ages. Scripture references and thought-provoking questions guide adults, while children are invited to engage in hands-on activities. What’s more, the artwork is stunning enough to remove from the guide and frame on the wall. Regardless of one’s circumstance, the Come Follow Me Study Manual is the Go-To for a meaningful and productive study of The Book of Mormon.
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General Conference Talk
In this video, titled “The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like Without It?”, President Russell M. Nelson explains how, in a most miraculous and singular way, the Book of Mormon teaches us of Jesus Christ and His gospel. Without question, The Book of Mormon is the best way to immunize ourselves from the evils of the day:
“My dear brothers and sisters, I promise that as you prayerfully study the Book of Mormon every day, you will make better decisions — every day. I promise that as you ponder what you study, the windows of heaven will open, and you will receive answers to your own questions and direction for your own life. I promise that as you daily immerse yourself in the Book of Mormon, you can be immunized against the evils of the day, even the gripping plague of pornography and other mind-numbing addictions” (“The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?” October 2017 general conference).
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Follow Him Podcast
While there are many Book of Mormon postcasts available, I particularly enjoy learning alongside Hank Smith and John Bytheway. In addition to my own personal studies, studying with Hank and John each week, as they learn from guest scripture scholars, is an absolute joy. Sometimes I find myself listening to the Follow Him podcast while driving or folding laundry, simply to squeeze more study time into my busy routine.
On the other hand, I also like to follow the example of Hank and John by sitting down and taking copious notes in my scripture journal. In the event that you are looking for a journal, this 2024 Book of Mormon Study Journal may be of interest to you. Whether sitting or on the run, you can glean golden nuggets of wisdom from this podcast. BONUS: Happily, the hosts have a wonderful sense of humor. That is to say, they help make study time fun and engaging.
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Book of Mormon Videos
In addition to audio and readable forms of The Book of Mormon, high quality videos are available for viewing. These videos bring The Book of Mormon to life. Watch the videos HERE.
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Additional Resources
Resource #6: Line Upon Line Videos
These are short and fun animated weekly study recaps for kids (and teens!), which are especially convenient on busy weeks.
Resource #7: Book of Mormon Heroes Coloring Book
This coloring book, filled with scripture heroes, is not only educational, but makes for a meaningful hands-on activity.
Resource #8: Come Follow Me Activity Book for Teens
With goal setting, weekly reading logs, and activities, this book is perfect for teens. Additionally, there is an activity book for children.
Resource #9: The Restoration Video
For some families, it’s fun to watch a movie for study time. This motion picture about the life and legacy of Joseph Smith, the founding prophet of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, will entertain and edify. It’s important to remember that Joseph did not write The Book of Mormon. Rather, he translated The Book of Mormon from ancient plates of gold. In the event that you would like to learn more about Joseph Smith’s history, visit: http://josephsmith.net/
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Resource #10: Book of Mormon Made Easier
These valuable study guides, including in-the-verse notes and additional insights and commentary, will surely aid your personal study . Incidentally, the book also contains a chronological map, in the event that you happen to be a lover of maps.
Resource #11: Book of Mormon Central
Interested in studying insights into the beautiful structure of the Title Page, which shine a light on this most important work? This podcast episode will certainly enlighten you.
Resource #12: FollowHIM Podcast:
How often do we hold a miracle in our hands, contrary to what others may believe? A study of the Introductory Pages of the Book of Mormon will straightway increase your understanding of this sacred book.
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BONUS: Testimonies of The Book of Mormon
Finally, to conclude this list of resources, I’ve included powerful testimony of The Book of Mormon by witnesses, past and present:
“The Book of Mormon is not a book of history. The Book of Mormon is a book about the future. It describes episodes in the lives of people thousands of years ago, but the writers of the record and especially the compilers of the record were inspired by the Lord to include the things that we would need for the world in which we live today” ~ Elder David A. Bednar (devotional address in the Amman Branch in Jordan, Oct. 2021).
“I ask that my testimony of the Book of Mormon and all that it implies, given today under my own oath and office, be recorded by men on earth and angels in heaven. I hope I have a few years left in my ‘last days,’ but whether I do or do not, I want it absolutely clear when I stand before the judgment bar of God that I declared to the world, in the most straightforward language I could summon, that the Book of Mormon is true, that it came forth the way Joseph said it came forth and was given to bring happiness and hope to the faithful in the travail of the latter days” (“Safety for the Soul,” ~ Elder Jeffrey B. Holland (October 2009 general conference).
The Testimony of Three Witnesses
Read The Testimony of Three Witnesses here.
The Testimony of Eight Witnesses
Read The Testimony of Eight Witnesses here.
“With joy and thanksgiving, I raise my voice in praise to the man who communed with Jehovah. And above all, praise to Jehovah who communed with that man.”
Kyle S. McKay, Praise to the Man who Communed with Jehovah: Oct. 2024
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Conclusion
In reality, there is no one perfect way to study The Book of Mormon. Nevertheless, you now have access to an abundance of resources to assist you in your deep dive of this most marvelous book. If you have not done so already, begin your Book of Mormon study today. The answers you seek will surely come.
Scripture Memorization
3 Behold, I would exhort you that when ye shall read these things, if it be wisdom in God that ye should read them, that ye would remember how merciful the Lord hath been unto the children of men, from the creation of Adam even down until the time that ye shall receive these things, and ponder it in your hearts.
4 And when ye shall receive these things, I would exhort you that ye would ask God, the Eternal Father, in the name of Christ, if these things are not true; and if ye shall ask with a sincere heart, with real intent, having faith in Christ, he will manifest the truth of it unto you, by the power of the Holy Ghost.
5 And by the power of the Holy Ghost ye may know the truth of all things.
Moroni 10: 3-5
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Teens with Book of Mormon: churchofjesuschrist.org
Jesus Christ: churchofjesuschrist.org
Jesus Christ visits the Americas: churchofjesuschrist.org
Sharing The Book of Mormon: churchofjesuschrist.org
Three Witnesses: churchofjesuschrist.org
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