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**Our Mothers Knew It**

Our Mothers Knew It: A Creative Study of Come Follow Me with Maria Eckersley is an audio version of Maria Eckersley’s popular digital course. This is a study of the weekly Come Follow Me lessons offered by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. In addition to the audio, the full course contains personal weekly insight videos, creative object lesson videos, professionally designed printables, extensive study notes, and the full library of past content. It can be found at gather.meckmom.com.

Latest Episodes:

Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 11-19] Creative Object Lessons with Maria Eckersley Feb 25, 2024

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 11-19] Creative

“His Name Shall Be Called … The Prince of Peace”

February 26 – March 3, 2024

WEEK 09: SUMMARY

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Lesson Summary:

This week, Nephi will guide our hearts toward reconciliation with God through the words of Isaiah. We’ll study Isaiah’s prophecies about the scattering and gathering of Israel and apply those messages to our own modern-day discipleship. We’ll try to unravel the meaning behind some of Isaiah’s most powerful passages by focusing on what his prophetic words can teach us about our Savior, Jesus Christ.

First, we’ll play a speed game to help our kids get familiar with the words and symbols of Isaiah. Next, we’ll defy gravity with an uphill water flow experiment to teach about choosing the harder right rather than the easier wrong. Finally, we’ll use printable fishing lures to break down the truth-distorting techniques of the adversary.

Week 9 Questions

2 Nephi 11:8 | How do you think understanding Isaiah’s time, history, geography, and prophecies helps with the Gathering?

2 Nephi 12:3 & 5 |Where do you see the prophet and apostles doing this today

2 Nephi 13:12 | What do you think the phrase “destroy the way of thy paths”

2 Nephi 15:25-30 | What other symbols can mean both good and bad things? Why does the Lord teach with contrasts?

2 Nephi 19:6 | We usually attribute counselor to the Holy Ghost. Why does this title fit the Savior so well?

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 11-19] Insights with Maria Eckersley Feb 24, 2024

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 11-19] Creative

“His Name Shall Be Called … The Prince of Peace”

February 26 – March 3, 2024

WEEK 09: SUMMARY

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Lesson Summary:

Week 9 Questions

2 Nephi 11:8 | How do you think understanding Isaiah’s time, history, geography, and prophecies helps with the Gathering?

2 Nephi 12:3 & 5 |Where do you see the prophet and apostles doing this today

2 Nephi 13:12 | What do you think the phrase “destroy the way of thy paths”

2 Nephi 15:25-30 | What other symbols can mean both good and bad things? Why does the Lord teach with contrasts?

2 Nephi 19:6 | We usually attribute counselor to the Holy Ghost. Why does this title fit the Savior so well?

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 6-10] Creative Object Lessons with Maria Eckersley Feb 18, 2024

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Creative Summary

This week we’ll help our kids understand the miraculous nature of the Great Gathering with a simple salt and pepper sorting hack. Next, we’ll reinforce Isaiah’s warnings about going by sparks by igniting steel wool. Finally, we’ll create a fluttering butterfly garden craft to teach our kids about the gift and blessing of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

Object Lesson Titles & Supplies

1) “They Shall Be Gathered Together Again”: Salt & Pepper Sorting Activity

2) “Walk in the Light of Your Fire”: Spark Making Activity

3) “There Must Needs Be an Infinite Atonement”: Fluttering Butterfly Garden Craft

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 6-10] Insights with Maria Eckersley Feb 18, 2024

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 6-10] INSIGHTS VIDEO

“We Lived after the Manner of Happiness”

February 19 – February 25

WEEK 08: SUMMARY

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Lesson Summary:

This week, we’ll head into Jacob’s powerful sermon to the Nephites. He’ll use the words of Isaiah to help his people remember their connection to the Abrahamic covenant. Next, he’ll add his own understandings and revelation to help them understand the need for the Fall and the Infinite Atonement of Jesus Christ to redeem mankind from its effects. Finally he’ll encourage us to embrace the divinity within us by setting down pride and anything else that limits our ability to enter at the strait and narrow gate.

Week 8 Questions

2 Nephi 6:6 | Why does this metaphor of carrying sons and daughters in our arms fit so beautifully for missionary work? When have you seen someone carried on shoulders?

2 Nephi 6:12-13 | President Nelson said, “A loving but grieving Father scattered Israel far and wide, but He promised that one day scattered Israel would be gathered back into the fold. What experiences in your life help you relate to the mixture of love and grief Heavenly Father experienced?

2 Nephi 8:1-2 | What do you think Isaiah is talking about when he tells us to look unto the rock from whence we are hewn? What is the rock? Who is doing the hewing? What is the end result?

2 Nephi 9:18 | President Eyring said, “trials are necessary for us to be shaped and made fit to receive that happiness that comes as we qualify for the greatest of all the gifts of God.” How does adversity shape us so we can receive a fulness of joy?

2 Nephi 9:50 | Why does it say “buy milk and wine” and not “come enjoy milk and wine”? What other nourishment is he offering with this word choice?

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 3-5] Creative Object Lessons with Maria Eckersley Feb 10, 2024

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Creative Lesson Summary:

On the creative side, we’ll learn about how the Book of Mormon and Bible work together to illuminate truth. Next, we’ll practice our pouring skills to demonstrate the filling power of God’s love. Finally, we’ll use a simple houseplant to open up discussions the effects of being cut off from his presence.

Object Lesson Titles & Supplies:

1) “[They] Shall Grow Together”: Directed Light Activity

2) “He Hath Filled Me with His Love”: Ice Melting Challenge

3) “Live After the Manner of Happiness”: Cut Flower Analogy

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 3-5] Insights with Maria Eckersley Feb 10, 2024

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 3-5] INSIGHTS VIDEO

“We Lived after the Manner of Happiness”

February 12 – February 19

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Insights Lesson Summary:

Chapters 3-5 of Second Nephi cover some incredible ground. We’ll study Lehi’s words to his youngest son, Joseph. He’ll inspire his son with prophecies of the ancestor, Joseph, that stretch 3500 years into the future. We’ll also study the Psalm of Nephi and find out how to live after the manner of happiness.

Questions to Consider from Week 7

Questions to Consider from Week 7

2 Nephi 3:11 | How do you see Joseph’s life and teachings being a convincing evidence of the word?
2 Nephi 3:16-17 | Sometimes we assume we’re supposed to use the gospel to overcome all weaknesses. Do you think some insecurities are not to be conquered in this life?
3 Nephi 3:19-20 | What is the significance of dust?
There is no blessing for Nephi recorded | Why do you think Nephi’s blessing isn’t recorded? Or is it?
In chapter 5, Nephi builds the first Nephite temple | How did Nephi’s earlier work with the bow and the ship help train him for this grand building project?

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 1-2] Creative Object Lessons with Maria Eckersley Feb 04, 2024

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Creative Lesson Summary:

On the creative side, we’ll talk about Book of Mormon Geography - what we know and what we do not yet know about the Promised Land - and make maps to guide our study this year. Next, we’ll create our own version of chains and shake them off as Lehi taught. Finally, we’ll walk through the fundamentals of moral agency with an object lesson that will both frustrate and teach your kids simultaneously.

Object Lesson Titles & Supplies

“We Have Obtained a Land of Promise”: Book of Mormon Geography Map
📘 Scripture
2 Nephi 1:5-7
✂️ Supplies
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“Shake Off the Awful Chains”: Foam Chain-making Craft
📘 Scripture
2 Nephi 1:13 & 23
✂️ Supplies
1”x6’ pipe insulating foam (in the plumbing aisle)
Glue dots (optional)
Black balloons (optional but fun!)
“Free to Choose”: Understanding Moral Agency Prize Cubes
📘 Scripture
2 Nephi 2:27
✂️ Supplies
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Small wrapped treats

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Book of Mormon [2 NEPHI 1-2] Insights with Maria Eckersley Feb 04, 2024

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6: BOM [2 NEPHI 1-2] INSIGHTS VIDEO

“Free to Choose Liberty and Eternal Life, through the Great Mediator””

February 5 – February 11

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Insights Lesson Summary:

This week we head into Nephi’s second book and study some of the last words of Lehi. Days before his death, Lehi shares his hopes for his posterity and his crystal-clear testimony of the Plan of Salvation. During his teachings he’ll focus on the gift of moral agency and the purpose of opposition. He’ll also help us understand teach the pillars of the Plan by showing God’s fingerprints in the Creation, the Fall, and the redemption of men through the Atonement of Jesus Christ.

Questions to Consider from Week 6

1 Nephi 16:12 | Laman and Lemuel seem to keep one foot planted in Jerusalem while they wander in the wilderness. What pain do they experience by neglecting to live up to the light they’ve been given.
1 Nephi 17:18 | Is it possible that Nephi broke his bow on purpose? Could he, like Elijah, have hoped a famine would help his family remember God? If so, what else can you learn from the story?
1 Nephi 17:23-29 | Lehi repents of his murmuring and then the family sees new writing on the Liahona. Nephi speaks about the Lord using “small means” to accomplish “great things”. What do you think he’s referring to?
1 Nephi 19:12 | One of my favorite titles for Jesus Christ is “The God of Nature”. What does that title teach us? How is it more vivid in these chapters about animals, storms, timbers, and tides?
1 Nephi 22:17 | Isaiah’s writings promise the the righteous need not fear the last days. 1 John 4:18 teaches that perfect love casteth out fear. Do you see a connection between these verses? How will perfect love play a role in the last days?

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Book of Mormon [1 NEPHI 16-22] Creative Object Lessons with Maria Eckersley Jan 27, 2024

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Object Lesson Summary:

On the creative side, we’ll create our own “ball of curious workmanship” in order to understand revelation. Next, we’ll use simple machines to talk about amplifying our efforts by using tools. Finally, we’ll bring back a fan favorite from the Old Testament and make a fresh batch of Brazen Serpents to help our kids understand how small moments of obedience can have great consequences.

Object Lesson Titles & Supplies:

“A round ball of curious workmanship”: Paper Liahona Box
📘 Scripture": 1 Nephi 16:10-16, 28-31
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Cardstock
Small gold treats (optional)
“Whither shall I go that I may….make tools”: Pulley Challenge
📘 Scripture: 1 Nephi 17:10-13
✂️ Supplies
3 or more carabiners
Rope
Gallon jugs
“Because of the simpleness of the way”: Brazen Serpent Pretzel Recipe
📘 Scripture: 1 Nephi 17:41-42
✂️ Supplies
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Bamboo skewers or chopsticks

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Book of Mormon [1 NEPHI 16-22] Insights with Maria Eckersley Jan 27, 2024

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5: BOM [1 NEPHI 16-22] INSIGHTS NOTES

“I Will Prepare the Way before You”

January 29 – February 4

Insights Lesson Summary:

This week we’ll see the second half of the journey to the Promised Land. We’ll follow Lehi & Ishmael’s families as they wind their way through the wilderness towards Bountiful. We’ll see how they struggle with a broken bow, a boat building project, and the struggles that come when a family is divided. The last few chapters are Nephi’s witness of the Savior and his reminder to study the words of previous prophets like Isaiah, Zenos, and Lehi.

Questions to Consider from Week 5

1 Nephi 16:12 | Laman and Lemuel seem to keep one foot planted in Jerusalem while they wander in the wilderness. What pain do they experience by neglecting to live up to the light they’ve been given.
1 Nephi 17:18 | Is it possible that Nephi broke his bow on purpose? Could he, like Elijah, have hoped a famine would help his family remember God? If so, what else can you learn from the story?
1 Nephi 17:23-29 | Lehi repents of his murmuring and then the family sees new writing on the Liahona. Nephi speaks about the Lord using “small means” to accomplish “great things”. What do you think he’s referring to?
1 Nephi 19:12 | One of my favorite titles for Jesus Christ is “The God of Nature”. What does that title teach us? How is it more vivid in these chapters about animals, storms, timbers, and tides?
1 Nephi 22:17 | Isaiah’s writings promise the the righteous need not fear the last days. 1 John 4:18 teaches that perfect love casteth out fear. Do you see a connection between these verses? How will perfect love play a role in the last days?