Scripture Central

Scripture Central

On here you will find several podcast series: Book of Mormon Matters with John W. Welch and Lynne Hilton Wilson Scripture Study Insights with Tyler Griffin Come, Follow Me Insights with Tyler Griffin and Taylor Halverson. Come, Follow Me New Testament with Lynne Hilton Wilson Our short KnoWhy articles. And, A Restored View of the Old Testament with Lynne Hilton Wilson and John Cho. Visit Scripture Central at https://scripturecentral.org/

  1. Genesis 3-4; Moses 4-5 I Come Follow Me I Handmaidens, Harems and Heroines

    1 DAY AGO

    Genesis 3-4; Moses 4-5 I Come Follow Me I Handmaidens, Harems and Heroines

    In this episode of Handmaidens, Harems, and Heroines: Find Their Messiah in the Old Testament, Lynne Hilton Wilson explores the Fall of Adam and Eve through the lens of Moses 4 and Genesis 3, highlighting how careful attention to language, context, and covenant reveals Jesus Christ at the center of the story. Rather than portraying Eve as reckless or malicious, Dr. Wilson explains that the Hebrew text suggests growth, perception, and timing—Eve sought wisdom, but before the appointed time and outside the proper divine order. The Fall is shown not simply as a mistake, but as a necessary step in humanity’s journey toward knowledge, accountability, and ultimately redemption. Dr. Wilson emphasizes the profound symbolism of nakedness and covering, teaching that Adam and Eve’s attempt to clothe themselves with fig leaves represents human self-reliance, while God’s gift of coats of skins represents divine atonement. The Hebrew concept of kaffar, meaning “covering,” points directly to Christ’s role in covering humanity’s sin and vulnerability. The Lord’s questions—“Where goest thou?”—underscore that disobedience moves us away from God, yet His response is still merciful, structured around accountability, repentance, and hope rather than abandonment. Ultimately, this lesson reframes the banishment from Eden as an act of mercy, not punishment. By preventing Adam and Eve from partaking of the tree of life too soon, God ensures they have time to repent and be spiritually prepared. Throughout the narrative, Christ emerges as the promised seed who will overcome Satan and restore what was lost. Through scripture that is carefully illuminated and faithfully defended, Lynne Hilton Wilson shows how the stories of the Old Testament—even those involving transgression, sorrow, and consequence—are deeply rooted in the redemptive power of Jesus Christ.

    25 min
  2. Genesis 1-2; Moses 2-3; Abraham 4-5 I Come Follow Me I Handmaidens, Harems and Heroines

    5 JAN

    Genesis 1-2; Moses 2-3; Abraham 4-5 I Come Follow Me I Handmaidens, Harems and Heroines

    The Creation accounts in Genesis, Moses, and Abraham invite us to reflect on a world that began “without form, and void” and was gradually shaped by divine power into something beautiful and full of life. These scriptures teach that Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are creators who work patiently and purposefully, bringing light out of darkness and order out of chaos. That truth offers hope in our own lives: when things feel empty or disorganized, God is still at work. Being created in His image means we have divine potential—to grow, to change, and ultimately to become more like Him. These Creation stories also help us better understand who God is and who we are. They testify that we are made in God’s likeness, male and female, and that our bodies are sacred gifts. This knowledge shapes how we see ourselves and others, especially when we struggle with self-doubt or negative messages from the world. Rather than suggesting that we are already finished or perfect, the scriptures teach that God’s creative work in us continues. Through humility and grace, weaknesses can become strengths, and we can be refined into who God intends us to be. Finally, the Creation narrative teaches us about sacred relationships and responsibilities. Marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God and central to His plan, and we are entrusted with the stewardship of the earth and all living things. God also set apart the Sabbath day as holy—a time for rest, worship, and renewal. Together, these truths remind us that creation is not just a past event, but an ongoing invitation to live with reverence, gratitude, and purpose as we care for God’s creations and honor the divine image within ourselves.

    18 min

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On here you will find several podcast series: Book of Mormon Matters with John W. Welch and Lynne Hilton Wilson Scripture Study Insights with Tyler Griffin Come, Follow Me Insights with Tyler Griffin and Taylor Halverson. Come, Follow Me New Testament with Lynne Hilton Wilson Our short KnoWhy articles. And, A Restored View of the Old Testament with Lynne Hilton Wilson and John Cho. Visit Scripture Central at https://scripturecentral.org/

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