Our Mothers Knew It

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Old Testament [2 Chronicles 14–20; 26; 30] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley Jul 19, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [EZRA 1; 3–7; NEHEMIAH 2; 4–6; 8]

“I Am Doing a Great Work”

July 27 – August 2, 2026

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“Entangle Not Yourselves in Sin”: Removable Ribbon Trick

CURRENT:

Stories of the Old Testament: Song Part 5

"Doing A Great Work" Cup Stack Test

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:01:56 INSIGHTS

00:46:19 QUESTIONS 1

00:47:39 QUESTIONS 2

00:49:04 QUESTIONS 3

00:50:45 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:54:22 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:58:35 OBJECT LESSON 2

01:04:12 WRAP UP

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This podcast represents my own thoughts and opinions. It is not made, approved, or endorsed by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Any content or creative interpretations, implied or included are solely those of Maria Eckersley ("MeckMom LLC"), and not those of Intellectual Reserve, Inc. or The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Great care has been made to ensure this podcast is in harmony with the overall mission of the Church. Click here to visit the official website of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Old Testament [2 Chronicles 14–20; 26; 30] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley Jul 12, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [2 Chronicles 14–20; 26; 30]

“Our Eyes Are upon Thee”

July 20–26, 2026

ARCHIVE:

Printable: Patterns of Deliverance Zig Zag Ball Run

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“Stand Still … to See the Salvation of God”: Water Bead Experiment

Printable: “Be Thou Humble”: Rocket Blasters

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Printable: “Give Heed unto My Word”: Quick and Powerful Swords

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CURRENT:

“Set yourselves,... and see the salvation of the Lord: Covenant Connection Game

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:02:51 2 CHRONICLES 14-16

00:15:28 2 CHRONICLES 17-20

00:33:27 2 CHRONICLES 26

00:37:20 2 CHRONICLES 30

00:47:36 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:51:08 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:55:11 WRAP UP

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Old Testament [2 KINGS 16-25] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley Jul 05, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [2 KINGS 16-25]

“He Trusted in the Lord God of Israel”

July 13 – July 19, 2026

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“Let the Shadow Return Backward”: Sundial Experiment

“Signs Follow Those That Believe”: Sparkling Salt Geodes

CURRENT:

Printable: “They Feared the Lord and Served Their Own Gods”: Salted Sugar Cookies

“He Carried Away All Jerusalem”: Balloon Roulette

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:01:43 INSIGHTS

00:43:09 QUESTIONS 1

00:47:05 QUESTIONS 2

00:48:06 QUESTIONS 3

00:50:11 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:52:32 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:56:32 OBJECT LESSON 2

01:03:03 WRAP UP

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Old Testament [2 Kings 2–7] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley Jun 28, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [2 Kings 2–7]

“There Is a Prophet in Israel”

July 6 – July 12 2026

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“Printable: “WHAT ARE THEY AMONG SO MANY?”: EXPANDING BASKET

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Printable: “FAITH AS A GRAIN OF MUSTARD SEED”: LIGHT GROWING ACTIVITY

CURRENT:

“BID THEE DO SOME GREAT THING”: HEALING LOOPS TRICK

“EYES TO SEE”: BLACK LIGHT TEST

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:02:31 INSIGHTS

00:35:17 QUESTIONS 1

00:36:03 QUESTIONS 2

00:36:52 QUESTIONS 3

00:37:59 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:40:19 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:43:24 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:47:27 WRAP UP

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Old Testament [1 Kings 12–13; 17–22] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley Jun 21, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [1 Kings 12–13; 17–22]

“If the Lord Be God, Follow Him”

June 29–July 5 2026

ARCHIVE:

“Shall See My Face and Know That I Am”: Edible Rocks

“A DOUBLE-MINDED MAN IS UNSTABLE”: DOUBLE LADDER CLIMB

“Their State Becomes Worse”: Understanding Apostasy Soda Can Crush

CURRENT:

Printable: “And She Went and Did”: Fast Offering Sparkler Shields

“Halt Between Two Opinions”: Jenga / Kerplunk Game

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:01:19 INSIGHTS

00:44:58 QUESTIONS 1

00:45:39 QUESTIONS 2

00:46:31 QUESTIONS 3

00:47:37 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:49:50 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:55:27 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:59:48 WRAP UP

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Old Testament [2 Samuel 11–12; 1 Kings 3; 6–9; 11] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley Jun 14, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [2 Samuel 11–12; 1 Kings 3; 6–9; 11]

“Hear Thou in Heaven Their Prayer”

June 15–21 2026

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Understanding the Law of Chastity: Flag Folding Analogy

Printable:“[They] Might Have Power”: Covenant Power Strip Analogy

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CURRENT:

QUARTER 2: EXODUS - 1 KINGS: KAHOOT! CHALLENGE

“AN UNDERSTANDING HEART”: DISCERNMENT STUD FINDER

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:02:09 INSIGHTS

00:35:53 QUESTIONS 1

00:37:04 QUESTIONS 2

00:38:18 QUESTIONS 3

00:39:11 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:41:33 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:44:21 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:48:42 WRAP UP

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Old Testament [1 Samuel 17–18; 24–26; 2 Samuel 5–7] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley Jun 07, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [1 Samuel 17–18; 24–26; 2 Samuel 5–7]

“The Battle Is the Lord’s”

June 15–21 2026

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“They Could not Hit Him with Their Stones”: Levitation Activity

Printable: "Encircled as if by Fire" Nephi & Lehi Fire Tubes

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CURRENT:

“THEY WERE STUNG”: FIRE WITHIN SPARKLER TRICK

STORIES OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: SONG PART 4

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:02:14 INSIGHTS

00:28:26 QUESTIONS 1

00:29:32 QUESTIONS 2

00:30:38 QUESTIONS 3

00:32:24 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:35:10 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:38:18 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:40:40 WRAP UP

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Old Testament [1 Samuel 8–10; 13; 15–16] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley May 31, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [1 SAMUEL 8–10; 13; 15–16]

“Remember This Day, in Which Ye Came Out from Egypt”

May 31–June 7 2026

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Printable: “NO RESPECTER OF PERSONS”: LAYERED REVELATION CHALLENGE

“He Bindeth Them with His Strong Cords”: Shuffled Book Experiment

CURRENT:

Printable: “The Lord Sent Thee on a Journey”: Protractor Experiment

“The Lord Was with Him”: Apple Gravity Challenge (Chart)

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:02:02 INSIGHTS

00:34:48 QUESTIONS 1

00:35:48 QUESTIONS 2

00:37:13 QUESTIONS 3

00:38:25 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:40:40 OBJECT LESSON 1

00:45:15 OBJECT LESSON 2

00:49:45 WRAP UP

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Old Testament [RUTH, 1 SAMUEL 1-7] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley May 24, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [RUTH, 1 SAMUEL 1-7]

“Remember This Day, in Which Ye Came Out from Egypt”

April 6–12 2026

ARCHIVE:

Printable: “By the Wisdom of God They Remained Safe”: Stratagem & Seek Golden Plates Game

“They Shall Be Shown By the Power of God”: Understanding Sealed Books , Extra Gum Wraps

“Signs Shall Follow Them That Believe”: DIY Spirograph

CURRENT:

“Call Me Mara”: Cosmic Vending Machine Bank

“None of His Words Fall”: Balloon Drop Game

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:00:58 INSIGHTS

00:47:36 QUESTIONS 1

00:48:53 QUESTIONS 2

00:50:42 QUESTIONS 3

00:52:58 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:56:10 OBJECT LESSON 1

01:07:01 OBJECT LESSON 2

01:05:07 WRAP UP

LINKS

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Old Testament [Judges 2-4; 6-8; 13-16] Insights and Creative with Maria Eckersley May 17, 2026

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Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

OLD TESTAMENT [Judges 2-4; 6-8; 13-16]

“The Lord Raised up a Deliverer”

May 25-31 2026

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Printable: “WE GLORY IN TRIBULATIONS”: SPINNING TOPS CRAFT

Printable: Steadfast & Immovable, Paper Strength Test

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CURRENT:

PRINTABLE: "STORIES OF THE OLD TESTAMENT: SONG PART 3"

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“HIS STRENGTH WENT FROM HIM”: DISSOLVING CUP TOWER

CHAPTERS

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00:0:14 INTRO

00:02:13 INSIGHTS

00:52:45 QUESTIONS 1

00:53:58 QUESTIONS 2

00:55:19 QUESTIONS 3

00:56:38 CREATIVE OBJECT LESSONS

00:59:15 OBJECT LESSON 1

01:01:34 OBJECT LESSON 2

01:06:37 WRAP UP

LINKS

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