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Doctrine & Covenants 121-123 Part 2 • Dr. David Holland • Oct 20 - Oct 26 • Come Follow Me

October 15, 2025 • Hank Smith & John Bytheway • Season 5 • Episode 43

Dr. David Holland examines Doctrine and Covenants 121-123, exploring how persecution and personal choice distinguish between being called and being chosen.

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2021 Episode Doctrine & Covenants 121-123 Part 2
https://youtu.be/tOESaKomzPI

2021 Episode Doctrine & Covenants 121-123 Part 3
https://youtu.be/Ynp-cNSCk4s

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TIMECODE:

00:00 Part 2 - Dr. David Holland
02:58 Does God have favorites?
06:48 Rats love Oreos
09:49 Unrighteous dominion
12:29 Section 121 is like an accordion
16:28 If God is repeating Himself–pay attention!
19:13 The Savior has descended below
22:34 Some are kept from the truth
26:08 Religious persecution the early 19th century
30:19 Joseph’s statement about religious freedom
36:23 Head into the wave
38:36 The power of being cheerful
40:58 Being a billboard for the gospel
45:41 Dr. Holland shares his testimony of the Savior and His Restoration
51:31 End of Part 2 - Dr. David Holland

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