In the longstanding tradition of bibliographic publications generated by BYU Studies, the following bibliography lists the books and articles on the New Testament and early Christianity published by Latter-day Saint authors or in Latter-day Saint publications, mainly from 1994 to 2002. This compilation was assembled by Nicolas W. Thompson and Victoria F. Johnson under the mentoring of John W. Welch, assisted by Anastasia M. Sutherland, Aaron C. Cummings, Maurianne Dunn, and Kelli Skinner. This 2002 supplement follows guidelines similar to those set forth in the preface of the previous New Testament bibliography published by Welch and Daniel B. McKinlay in BYU Studies in 1994 under the title “We Rejoice in Christ,” which this publication now updates and enlarges.
As in the previous bibliography, the current collection is divided into two lists: one arranged by subject and the other by author. Every entry in the author listing appears at least once in the subject section. The subject section includes a short abstract about each publication; many of these abstracts list a scripture reference. On the BYU Studies website (byustudies.byu.edu), this supplement has been merged with the former publication for combined reference and convenient searching.
The etchings reproduced as illustrations throughout this bibliography were made available by the generosity of the late Hugh W. Pinnock. They come from William M. Thompson’s The Land and the Book; or, Biblical Illustrations Drawn from the Manners and Customs, the Scenes and Scenery, of the Holy Land, Southern Palestine and Jerusalem (London: T. Nelson and Sons, 1881).
Readers may be surprised at the number of publications by Latter-day Saints on the New Testament. In 1994, the number of entries in the bibliography totaled 851. In this supplement, 420 further titles appear, and others have undoubtedly been inadvertently overlooked. Additions to these bibliographies are always welcome. Please send bibliographic information about any missing items to BYU Studies for inclusion in the consolidated list on the web.
This research and publishing activity itself speaks volumes about the Christian essence of Latter-day Saint scholarship and faith. We hope that these books and articles will inspire and inform as readers continue to “talk of Christ” and “rejoice in Christ” (2 Ne. 25:26).
Abbreviations
The following is an abbreviation list for sources commonly cited in this bibliography.
BMMFG: The Book of Mormon and the Message of the Four Gospels. Ed. Ray L. Huntington and Terry B. Ball. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2001.
BYUDFS: Brigham Young University Devotional and Fireside Series. 1984–1996. Provo, Utah.
CNT: Charting the New Testament. John W. Welch and John H. Hall. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 2002.
EM: Encyclopedia of Mormonism. Ed. Daniel H. Ludlow. New York: Macmillan, 1992.
JCSGS: Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior. Ed. Paul H. Peterson, Gary L. Hatch, and Laura D. Card. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2002.
MEC: Mormonism and Early Christianity. Ed. Todd M. Compton and Stephen D. Ricks. Vol. 4 of Collected Works of Hugh Nibley. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book and FARMS, 1987.
MWNT: Masada and the World of the New Testament. Ed. John F. Hall and John W. Welch. Provo, Utah: BYU Studies, 1997.
RRLTJC: The Redeemer: Reflections on the Life and Teachings of Jesus the Christ. Ed. Robert L. Millet. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000.
SBSS 1998: The Testimony of John the Beloved, Sydney B. Sperry Symposium. Ed. Daniel K. Judd, Craig J. Ostler, and Richard D. Draper. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1998.
SBSS 2001: Covenants, Prophecies, and Hymns of the Old Testament, Sidney B. Sperry Symposium. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2001.
SBSS 2002: Go Ye into All the World: Messages of the New Testament Prophets, Acts through Revelation, Sidney B. Sperry Symposium. Ed. Ray L. Huntington and others. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002.
TAWRS: Temples of the Ancient World: Ritual and Symbolism. Ed. Donald W. Parry. Salt Lake City: Deseret, 1994.
TTE: The Temple in Time and Eternity. Ed. Donald W. Parry and Stephen D. Ricks Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999.
WBC: We Believe in Christ. Comp. Victor W. Harris. Orem, Utah: Granite Publishing, 2001.
Bibliography by Category
Acts
Brandt, Edward J. “‘And He Gave Some, Apostles’ (Eph. 4:11).” Ensign 29 (July 1999): 14–19. Outlines the major responsibilities and duties of Apostles, ancient and modern, as described in the book of Acts. [Also in Apostles’ Lives]
Matthews, Robert J. “A Crisis, a Council, and Inspired Leadership.” Ensign 25 (Oct. 1995): 54–59. Examines the causes, proceedings, and consequences of the Jerusalem Council held by early Christian church leaders to discuss the preaching of the gospel among non-Jewish people, as described in Acts 15.
Acts through Revelation in General
Anderson, Richard Lloyd. Guide to Acts and the Apostles’ Letters. Reprint, Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. Is a supplementary manual for BYU students studying the writings of the early Apostles. Provides study questions as well as historical, cultural, and doctrinal commentary on the book of Acts through the book of Revelation.
Crowther, Duane S. The Gospel Rolls Forth: New Testament Events from Acts through Revelation. Bountiful, Utah: Horizon Publishers, 1999. Commentates on the chronology and historical context of the writings of the early Apostles. Includes useful maps and timelines of the New Testament world.
Mulholland, David H. A Reading Guide to the New Testament. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1990. Contains chapter by chapter study questions to enhance and focus one’s reading of the New Testament.
Odgen, D. Kelly, and Andrew C. Skinner. New Testament Apostles Testify of Christ: A Guide for Acts through Revelation. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1998. Examines in detail the New Testament books from Acts through Revelation. Includes useful diagrams, maps, and photographs to better understand the setting and history of the New Testament world.
Smith, Joseph. Joseph Smith’s Commentary on the Bible. Comp. and ed. Kent P. Jackson. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1994. Compiles excerpts from Joseph Smith’s sermons and writings that contain commentary on biblical passages. [Also in Gospels in General]
Valleta, Thomas R., ed. The New Testament for Latter-day Saint Families. Bookcraft: Salt Lake City, 1998. Contains the KJV of the New Testament along with illustrations, book and chapter introductions, and topic headings. Also includes footnotes that provide definitions of difficult words, historical commentary, and doctrinal insight from latter-day revelation.
Welch, John W. An Epistle from the New Testament Apostles. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Reorganizes the epistolary books of the New Testament into a single epistle according to primary and secondary topics. [Also in Epistle of James, Epistle of Jude, Epistles of John, Epistles of Paul and Hebrews, Epistles of Peter]
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall. “The Apostlic Era.” CNT, section 13. Details the chronology of the New Testament era, lists the original twelve Apostles, lists names of the New Testament and their meanings, and draws parallels between Luke and Josephus.
———. “Doctrine and Practice.” CNT, section 12. Displays New Testament beliefs, including the nature of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; the offices of the Priesthood; and the duties of an early Christian bishop. [Also in Teachings in General]
———. “Overviews of the Epistles.” CNT, section 14. Gives a chapter-by-chapter overview of each book in the New Testament.
———. “Paul.” CNT, section 15. Organizes the life and teachings of Paul. [Also in Paul’s Life, Paul’s Teachings]
———. “People and Places.” CNT, section 16. Lists the people and places in Acts and Epistles.
———. “The Revelation of John.” CNT, section 17. Charts many aspects of the book of Revelation including key themes and the significance of the number seven.
Williams, Clyde J. “The JST and the New Testament Epistles.” In The Joseph Smith Translation: The Restoration of Plain and Precious Things, ed. Monte S. Nyman and Robert L. Millet, 215–35. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 1985. Discusses how the JST clarifies points of doctrine in the epistles of the early Apostles.
Apocrypha
Anderson, Richard Lloyd. “Imitation Gospels and Christ’s Book of Mormon Ministry.” In Apocryphal Writings and the Latter-day Saints, ed. C. Wilfred Griggs, 53–107. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 1986. Gives examples of apocryphal literature from the time of Christ and compares them with 3 Nephi.
Cloward, Robert A. “Lost Scripture.” EM 2:845–46. Discusses scriptures no longer available to mankind. John 21:25.
Griggs, C. Wilfred. “Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha.” EM 1:55–56. Discusses the history of apocryphal beliefs and their place in Latter-day Saint theology. John 21:25.
Welch, John W., and James V. Garrison. “The ‘Hymn of the Pearl’: An Ancient Counterpart to ‘O My Father.’” BYU Studies 36, no. 1 (1996–97): 127–38. Compares “an early Christian hymn portraying a soul’s journey from [a heavenly court with] regal parents through an earthly probation to a divine inheritance” with the LDS hymn “O My Father.”
Apostasy
Brown, S. Kent. “Whither the Early Church?” Ensign 18 (Oct. 1988): 6–10. Discusses the growth of the early church among the Jews and Gentiles, the persecution of Christians, and the Apostasy of the church.
Compton, Todd. “Apostasy.” EM 1:56–58. Discusses Latter-day Saint belief and writings on the Apostasy. Matt. 24:24.
Hamblin, William. “Aspects of an Early Christian Initiation Ritual.” In By Study and Also by Faith, ed. John M. Lundquist and Stephen D. Ricks, 1:202–21. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1990. Deals with the similarities between early Christian rites and their counterparts in the restored gospel. [Also in Ordinances]
Jackson, Kent P. “Foretelling the Apostasy: New Testament Contains a Wealth of Information about the Early Church.” Church News. Published by Deseret News. November 25, 1995, 5, 12. Discusses the meaning of “apostasy” and gives examples of New Testament prophecies about the Apostasy of the Early Christian Church.
———. From Apostasy to Restoration. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. Examines, in the first few chapters, the causes of the Apostasy and its effect on early Christianity.
Munsey, Michelle. “The Lost Apostolic Age and Its Implications for the Early Christian Church: An Examination of Primary Sources.” In Selections from the BYU Religious Education 2001 Student Symposium, ed. Dianna Douglas and Linda Hunter Adams, 71–83. Provo, Utah: Religious Education, BYU, 2001. Discusses the loss of apostolic authority in the first century a.d. and examines the influence of various philosophies on the doctrine of the early Christian church.
Nibley, Hugh W. “Baptism for the Dead in Ancient Times.” MEC, 100–167. Proposes that the primitive church taught salvation for the dead, a concept that was lost in later years, and identifies “the gates of hell” from Matthew 16:18 with the detention of spirits in the spirit world, and the keys of the kingdom with “the restoration of all things” on the Mount of Transfiguration. [Also in Baptism]
———. “Conflict in the Churches between the God of the Bible and the God of the Philosophers.” Provo, Utah: FARMS paper, 1979. Includes a collection of statements from Christian Fathers and modern scholars that acknowledge that views concerning God changed. The early church was based on the Hebrew Bible but churchmen were later influenced by the arguments of different philosophers.
———. “What Is a Temple?” MEC, 355–90. Suggests reasons for the loss of knowledge of the interrelated facets of the temple in the Christian tradition and demonstrates how LDS temples fit into the ancient pattern. [Also in Ordinances]
———. When the Lights Went Out: Three Studies on the Ancient Apostasy. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 2001. Examines the causes of the Apostasy and its effects on the Christian church.
Oaks, Dallin H. “Apostasy and Restoration.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 84–87. Explains what differentiates Mormonism from other branches of Christianity by detailing the causes and effects of the great Apostasy and by pointing out several lost truths made available through the Restoration.
Skinner, Andrew C. “Apostasy, Restoration, and Lessons in Faith.” Ensign 25 (Dec. 1995): 25–31. Explains the nature of apostasy and how it occurred within the early church after the deaths of the Apostles. Touches on the Restoration, the role of modern Apostles, and the avoidance of personal apostasy.
Apostles’ Lives
Brandt, Edward J. “‘And He Gave Some, Apostles’ (Eph. 4:11).” Ensign 29 (July 1999): 14–19. Outlines the major responsibilities and duties of Apostles, ancient and modern, as described in the book of Acts. [Also in Acts]
Griggs, C. Wilfred. “John the Beloved.” EM 2:757–58. Chronicles the life of the Apostle John. Mark 1:19–20.
Hall, John F. New Testament Witnesses of Christ: Peter, John, James and Paul. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2002. Gives historical background to the New Testament and biographies of Peter, John, James the brother of the Lord, and Paul. Acts 15. [Also in Cultural Setting, Paul’s Life, Peter’s Life]
Phillips, R. Douglas. “James the Apostle.” EM 2:716–17. Discusses the life and works of James the son of Zebedee. Matt. 10:2; Luke 6:14.
Baptism
Bradshaw, William S. “Baptism of Fire and the Holy Ghost.” EM 1:97–98. Explains baptism of fire as taught by Jesus and the Prophets. John 3:5.
Faust, James E. “Born Again.” Ensign 31 (May 2001): 54–55, 58. Expounds on the importance of baptism and reception of the Holy Ghost, as taught by the Savior in John 3:1–13.
Hales, Robert D. “The Covenant of Baptism: To Be in the Kingdom and of the Kingdom.” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 6–9. Explains how the baptismal covenant allows us to be in the world, yet not of it, as spoken of by the Savior in John 17:11, 14–17; 18:36.
Harris, Victor W. “Jesus’ Youth and Baptism.” WBC, 29–42. Discusses the few accounts of Jesus’ boyhood and explains the doctrine of baptism. Luke 2:41–51. [Also in Childhood]
Nibley, Hugh W. “Baptism for the Dead in Ancient Times.” MEC, 100–167. Proposes that the primitive church taught salvation for the dead, a concept that was lost in later years, and identifies “the gates of hell” from Matthew 16:18 with the detention of spirits in the spirit world, and the keys of the kingdom with “the restoration of all things” on the Mount of Transfiguration. [Also in Apostasy]
Ostler, Craig J. “Baptism.” BMMFG, 139–57. Discusses the illumination the Book of Mormon provides on New Testament episodes involving baptism.
Schaelling, J. Philip. “Jesus Christ: Baptism of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:730. Discusses LDS beliefs concerning the baptism of Christ. 2 Ne. 31:7.
Tvedtnes, John A. “Baptism for the Dead in Early Christianity.” TTE, 55–78. Draws primarily on Ethiopic and Coptic documents to shed light on baptism for the dead in the early Church.
Birth of Jesus
Black, Susan Easton. She Shall Bring Forth a Son. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1999. Briefly retells the story of the Annunciation and the birth of the Savior. Matt. 1–2; Luke 1–2. [Also in Mary]
Hall, John F. “April 6.” EM 1:61–62. Discusses the dating of the birth of Christ. D&C 20:1.
Johnson, Sherrie. “Tasting the Bread of Life.” Ensign 28 (Dec. 1998): 47–48. Draws on personal experience from a visit to Bethlehem to testify that Jesus is the bread that can forever satisfy our spiritual hunger. Also explains the symbolism of the shepherds, sheep, gold, frankincense, and myrrh. John 6:35, 58. [Also in Christology, Symbols]
Lund, Gerald N. The Light of the World: Insights into the Birth of Christ. Salt Lake City: Eagle Gate, 2000. Provides brief historical and cultural commentary on the story of Jesus’ birth.
Marsh, W. Jeffrey. Unto Us a Child Is Born. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994. Expounds on the prophecies concerning Jesus’ birth and details the Annunciation to Mary, the birth of John the Baptist, and the birth of the Messiah. [Also in Foreordination]
McConkie, Joseph Fielding. Witnesses of the Birth of Christ. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1998. Discusses all of the witnesses of Christ’s birth mentioned in the scriptures, from Gabriel to Herod.
Pratt, John P. “Yet Another Eclipse for Herod.” Planetarium 19 (Dec. 1990): 8–13. Discusses data concerning the date of the birth of Christ.
Skinner, Andrew C. “Jesus Christ: Birth of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:729–30. Discusses the events surrounding the birth of the Savior. Matt. 2; Luke 2.
Smith, Paul Thomas. “Birth of the Messiah.” Ensign 27 (Dec. 1997): 34–45. Recounts the story of Christ’s birth and enumerates the prophecies fulfilled by his coming. Comments on Herod, Zacharias, Mary, and Joseph. [Also in Foreordination]
Book of Revelation
Draper, Richard D. “The Apocalyptic Witness of the Messiah.” SBSS 1998, 36–57. Analyzes what the four visions of the book of Revelation reveal about Jesus and his mission. Rev. 1; 5; 14; 19.
———. “The Message behind the Passive Voice in the Book of Revelation.” JCSGS, 366–88. Suggests the prevalence of passive voice in the Book of Revelation shows that God and Jesus Christ “work behind the scenes” but will ultimately play a more active role as they dwell with Christ’s people. Revelation 5:9; 21:3–4.
Fowles, John L. “John’s Prophetic Vision of God and the Lamb.” SBSS 1998, 74–82. Examines John the Beloved’s throne theophany in Revelation 4 and 5.
Hedges, Andrew H. “John’s Revelation and the Restoration of the Gospel.” SBSS 1998, 83–93. Discusses the doctrinal clarification provided by section 77 of the Doctrine and Covenants on several passages of the book of Revelation.
Lund, Gerald N. “Insights from the JST into the Book of Revelation.” In The Joseph Smith Translation: The Restoration of Plain and Precious Things, ed. Monte S. Nyman and Robert L. Millet, 250–70. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 1985. Explains how the JST allows us to better understand the prophecies of the book of Revelation.
———. “John, Revelations of.” EM 2:753–55. Discusses the contents of the book of Revelation. Rev. 1:1.
Parry, Jay A., and Donald W. Parry. “The Temple in Heaven: Its Description and Significance.” TAWRS, 515–32. Discusses the temple as an earthly counterpart to heaven. Heb. 9; Rev. 4:1–11; 5:1–14; 8:1–5; 11:16–19; and more. [Also in Epistles of Paul and Hebrews]
———. Understanding the Book of Revelation. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1998. Offers verse by verse commentary on the meaning of the book of Revelation.
Ricks, Stephen D. “The Garment of Adam in Jewish, Muslim, and Christian Tradition.” TAWRS, 705–39. Discusses the belief in and role of holy garments passed down from Adam. Gal. 3:27; Rev. 3:5; 6:9, 11; 7:13–14. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
———. “Heavenly Visions and Prophetic Calls in Isaiah 6 (2 Nephi 16), the Book of Mormon, and the Revelation of John.” In Isaiah in the Book of Mormon, ed. Donald W. Parry and John W. Welch, 171–90. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1998. Compares Isaiah’s vision of God with similar visions given to Lehi and John the Revelator.
Smith, Mick. The Book of Revelation: Plain, Pure, and Simple. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1998. Provides background information, summaries, and doctrinal commentary on each chapter of John’s Revelation.
Strathearn, Gaye. “Revelation: John’s Message of Comfort and Hope.” SBSS 1998, 281–300. Discusses the comfort and hope the modern reader can find in John’s Revelation about the last days.
Udall, Marc R. The Patience of the Saints: A Hypothesis Based on the Revelation of John the Beloved. Lindon, Utah: Dry Canyon Ranch, 1996. Hypothesizes about the meaning of the prophecies found in chapters 6–20 of the book of Revelation. Draws primarily on latter-day scripture, modern prophecy, and current events for support.
Wayment, Thomas A. “Apocalyptic Imagination and the New Testament.” SBSS 2002, 305–18. Looks at the meaning of “apocalypse” and the principles of understanding apocalyptic literature.
Wright, Dennis A. “The Celestial Jerusalem.” SBSS 1998, 327–40. Analyzes the meaning of John’s prophecy about the transformed earth and the celestial Jerusalem in the book of Revelation.
Childhood of Jesus
Black, Susan Easton. Jesus Christ, Son of Man: The Early Years. Shelton, Connecticut: Greenwich Workshop Press, 2001. Describes Jesus’ birth, childhood, baptism, and ministry. Also discusses Jewish customs and rituals. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
Harris, Victor W. “Jesus’ Youth and Baptism.” WBC, 29–42. Discusses the few accounts of Jesus’ boyhood and explains the doctrine of baptism. Luke 2:41–51. [Also in Baptism]
Christology
Ball, Terry B. “Isaiah and the Messiah.” JCSGS, 80–100. Discusses Isaiah’s teachings of both the mortal Messiah and the millennial Messiah and the effect the coming of the millennial Messiah will have on the world. Matt. 1:18–25; 27:51–60; Rom. 8:16–17; Heb. 2:14–18.
Ballard, M. Russell. “The Law of Sacrifice.” Ensign 28 (Oct. 1998): 6–13. Explains the purpose of sacrifice, tells how Christ was the fulfillment of the Mosaic sacrificial laws, and discusses what types of sacrifices are required of us today.
Ballard, Melvin J., et al. The Gift of the Atonement: Favorite Writings on the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Contains statements from many LDS authors, scholars, and General Authorities on the significance of the Atonement and the Resurrection. [Also in Resurrection]
Bateman, Merrill J. “And He Did Invite Them One by One.” JCSGS, 1–17. Discusses the meaning of an “infinite” and “eternal” Atonement as well as the concept that all people have an individual relationship with Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father.
———. “Because He First Loved Us.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1997–1998): 203–10. Speaks of the love shown to us by the Savior through the Atonement.
———. “The Power to Heal from Within.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 13–14. Testifies of the Savior’s power to mend broken hearts and broken bodies. Includes an analysis of the parable of the ten lepers. Luke 17:12–19. [Also in Parables]
Benson, Ezra Taft. “Five Marks of the Divinity of Jesus Christ.” Ensign 31 (Dec. 2001): 8–15. Focuses on five parts of Christ’s ministry that testify of his divinity, ranging from his miraculous birth to his glorious Second Coming. [Also in Ministry]
Burton, Alma P. The Divine Mission of Jesus Christ. Orem, Utah: Granite Publishing, 1997. Outlines four portions of the Savior’s divine mission: his work as Jehovah, his Atonement, his Resurrection, and his Second Coming. Quotes from the New Testament, Book of Mormon, Doctrine and Covenants, and extensively from the writings of latter-day prophets and apostles.
Callister, Tad R. The Infinite Atonement. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Expounds on the infinite nature of the Atonement in God’s plan and on Christ’s unique ability to accomplish it. [Also in Passion Week—Gethsemane]
Carmack, Noel A. “Images of Christ in Latter-day Saint Visual Culture, 1900–1999.” BYU Studies 39, no. 3 (2000): 18–76. Gives an exhaustive art-historical analysis of visual depictions of Jesus produced or used by Latter-day Saints.
Christofferson, D. Todd. “The Redemption of the Dead and the Testimony of Jesus.” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 9–12. Discusses the power and reach of Christ’s Atonement and Resurrection, specifically for those who have died without a knowledge of the Savior. [Also in Salvation]
Christensen, James C. “That’s Not My Jesus: An Artist’s Personal Perspective on Images of Christ.” BYU Studies 39, no. 3 (2000): 9–17. Shares the experience of painting pictures of Jesus Christ.
Compton, Todd. “Was Jesus a Feminist?” Dialogue 32 (winter 1999): 1–17. Uses examples from the Gospels to argue that Jesus was a feminist. [Also in Women]
Cornish, J. Devin. “Learning How the Atonement Can Change You.” Ensign 32 (Apr. 2002): 20–23. Preaches of our need to understand Christ’s Atonement to gain eternal life and addresses common misunderstandings about the Savior’s sacrifice. Likens Jesus’ feeding of the five thousand to the Atonement. John 17:3; Mark 6:37–43.
Dahl, Larry E. “‘The Morning Breaks, the Shadows Flee.’” Ensign 27 (Apr. 1997): 12–19. Focuses on the additional insight and clarification latter-day revelation provides about Christ’s roles as Son, Father, and Redeemer.
Edgley, Richard C. “The Condescension of God.” Ensign 31 (Dec. 2001): 16–21. Discusses the meaning of “condescension” and its application to Jesus’ mortal life. Suggests how we may also condescend through service. [Also in Teachings in General]
Farley, S. Brent. “The Condescension of the Lamb of God.” JCSGS, 101–21. Discusses different aspects of the condescension. Matt. 16:18–19; Luke 24:36–39.
Faust, James E. “The Atonement: Our Greatest Hope.” Ensign 31 (Nov. 2001): 18–20. Explores the meaning of the Atonement and testifies of the blessings that the Savior’s supreme sacrificial act provides for mankind.
———. “‘Woman, Why Weepest Thou?’” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 52–54. Explains how a firm belief in the Resurrection and the Atonement described in the Gospels can help us overcome trials with courage, understanding, and purpose. John 20:15. [Also in Teachings in General]
Fronk, Camille. “The Great Exemplar.” RRLTJC, 123–76. Draws on episodes from the Gospels and from 3 Nephi to explain how Jesus set the perfect example for all mankind to follow in any situation. [Also in Exemplary Life]
Gillum, Gary P. “Christology.” EM 1:272–73. Discusses the changing view of Christ during the Apostasy. 3 Ne. 11:14.
Hinckley, Gordon B. “‘He Is Not Here, but Is Risen.’” Ensign 29 (May 1999): 70–72. Highlights events from the Savior’s mortal ministry and testifies of the surety of the Resurrection. [Also in Resurrection]
———. “This Glorious Easter Morn.” Ensign 26 (May 1996): 65–67. Testifies of the Atonement and Resurrection. [Also in Resurrection]
———. “The Wondrous and True Story of Christmas.” Ensign 30 (Dec. 2000): 2–5. Uses a modern story to illustrate and testify of the significance of the Atonement.
Holland, Jeffrey R. “‘An High Priest of Good Things to Come.’” Ensign 29 (Nov. 1999): 36–38. Testifies that Christ’s atoning sacrifice is a promise of hope for the suffering. Heb. 8:6; 9:11. [Also in Teachings in General]
Hollingshead, Billie. “The Jewishness of Jesus and His Teachings.” In “From This Place”: Lectures in Honor of David O. McKay Delivered Annually at BYU–Hawaii Campus, 1963–1992, ed. and comp. Jesse S. Crisler and Jay Fox, 17–30. Laie: BYU–Hawaii, 1998. Examines the Jewish influences evident in Jesus’ actions and teachings.
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel. “‘That’s How I Imagine He Looks’: The Perspective of a Professor of Religion.” BYU Studies 39, no. 3 (2000): 91–99. Reflects on various artistic representations of Jesus.
Howick, E. Keith. The Mission of Jesus the Messiah. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1990. Discusses chronologically the mission of the Savior from the Creation to the Second Coming. Focuses most heavily on the events of his mortal ministry as described in the Gospels.
Huntington, Ray L., and Camille Fronk. “Latter-Day Clarity on Christ’s Life and Teachings.” Ensign 29 (Jan. 1999): 22–29. Comments on the contributions of latter-day revelation to our understanding of Christ’s mortal ministry. Includes a list of latter-day scriptures that provide insight into numerous events and doctrines covered by the Gospels. [Also in Gospels in General]
Jackson, Kent P. “Jehovah, Lord of Heaven and Earth.” In The Restored Gospel and the Book of Genesis, ed. Kent P. Jackson, 6–16. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2001. Explains the meaning of “Jehovah” and discusses Christ’s mission as the Creator, the Revealer, and the Redeemer.
Johnson, Sherrie. “Tasting the Bread of Life.” Ensign 28 (Dec. 1998): 47–48. Draws on personal experience from a visit to Bethlehem to testify that Jesus is the bread that can forever satisfy our spiritual hunger. Also explains the symbolism of the shepherds, sheep, gold, frankincense, and myrrh. John 6:35, 58. [Also in Birth, Symbols]
Johnson, Sherrie Mills. “‘Think It Not Strange concerning the Fiery Trial.’” SBSS 2002, 230–43. Relates Jesus’ wilderness trial of forty days to Peter’s wilderness experiences, as well as our own “wilderness trials.” [Also in Peter’s Life]
Judd, Daniel K. “A Scriptural Comparison concerning Anger: 3 Nephi 12:22 and Matthew 5:22.” BMMFG, 57–76. Examines the morality of anger by focusing on alternative translations of KJV Matthew 5:22 and on Christ’s cleansing of the temple. [Also in Teachings in General]
Keller, Roger R. “Jesus Is Jehovah (YHWH): A Study in the Gospels.” JCSGS, 122–53. Identifies Jesus as the Old Testament Jehovah, contrary to traditional Christian thought that Jehovah is God the Father. Matt. 25:37; Mark 2:5–12; 5:22–43; Luke 1; 2; John 1; 2; 8:5. [Also in Gospels in General]
“The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.” Ensign 30 (Apr. 2000): 2–3. Contains the testimony of the modern Apostles concerning the divine mission of the Savior.
Lund, Gerald N. “The Grace and Mercy of Jesus Christ.” JCSGS, 18–50. Focuses on the LDS concepts of grace, mercy, and justice.
———. “The Savior and Modern Revelation.” RRLTJC, 293–330. Discusses ways in which latter-day revelation expands our understanding of the events of Christ’s life, mission, and death as described in the Gospels.
Madsen, Truman G. “The Suffering Servant.” RRLTJC, 223–48. Reflects on the significance and consequences of the Atonement. [Also in Passion Week—Gethsemane and Atonement]
Marsh, W. Jeffrey. “The Living Reality of the Savior’s Mercy.” JCSGS, 154–77. Discusses the Savior’s role of mercy in our lives and the purpose of his life—the Atonement. Luke 22:49–51; 23:33–34, 40–43; John 19:26–27.
Matthews, Robert J. “Jesus Christ in the Scriptures: Jesus Christ in the Bible.” EM 2:745–48. Discusses the portrayal of Christ in the Bible.
Maxwell, Neal A. “‘Apply the Atoning Blood of Christ.’” Ensign 27 (Nov. 1997): 22–24. Explains how certain episodes from Jesus’ mortal ministry and Atonement are common in the lives of all those desiring spiritual development.
———. “Enduring Well.” Ensign 27 (Apr. 1997): 6–10. Points to Jesus’ unwavering endurance in accomplishing the Atonement as a pattern we must all follow when facing trials.
———. “Testifying of the Great and Glorious Atonement.” Ensign 31 (Oct. 2001): 10–15. Discusses some of the consequences of the Atonement.
Millet, Robert L. “A Different Jesus? The Christ of the Restoration.” JCSGS, 178–208. Discusses what it means to be a Latter-day Saint Christian and how such a person is different than other Christians. Also talks about our different perceptions of Christ. Acts 17:4–23; 1 John 5:4–5.
———. “The Historical Jesus: A Latter-day Saint Perspective.” In Historicity and the Latter-day Saint Scriptures, ed. Paul Y. Hoskisson, 171–96. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2001. Discusses different types of biblical criticism and explains the importance of the First Vision and the Book of Mormon in confirming the truth of the New Testament Gospels. [Also in New Testament Scholarship]
———. Jesus Christ: The Only Sure Foundation. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Expounds on the nature of God’s grace offered to us through Christ. [Also in Salvation, Teachings in General]
———. “The Son of Man.” RRLTJC, 1–38. Explores the meaning of the phrase “Son of Man” as it is found in the New Testament and other scripture.
Millet, Robert L., ed. The Redeemer: Reflections on the Life and Teachings of Jesus the Christ. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Contains a compilation of writings by Latter-day Saint authors on the life and teachings of Jesus.
Morrison, Alexander B. His Name Be Praised: Understanding Christ’s Ministry and Mission. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Provides insight on the mortal ministry and mission of the Savior, highlighting several events recorded in the Gospels. [Also in Ministry]
Nelson, Russell M. “The Atonement.” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 33–36. Discusses the connection between the Creation, the Fall, and the Atonement in the plan of salvation. Recounts Christ’s suffering in Gethsemane and on the cross, and explores the meaning of the word “atonement.” [Also in Passion Week—Gethsemane and Atonement]
———. “Gratitude for the Mission and Ministry of Jesus Christ.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1997–1998): 345–51. Testifies of the Savior’s Atonement and of Christ as the perfect example. Commentates on several passages from the Gospels.
———. “Jesus the Christ: Our Master and More.” Ensign 30 (Apr. 2000): 4–17. Explores the various roles of Jesus, from Creator to Messiah, as outlined in the New Testament and other scripture.
Oaks, Dallin H. His Holy Name. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1998. Explores the meaning of scriptural references to the name of Jesus Christ, including those from the New Testament and throughout the scriptures.
Ogletree, Mark. “The Individual Nature of Christ.” WBC, 1–22. Discusses the nature of Christ’s love and concern for all mankind, comparing Christ to a shepherd who knows each of his sheep by name.
Olmstead, Thomas F. “The Savior’s Use of the Old Testament.” Ensign 32 (July 2002): 46–51. Examines Christ’s extensive use of Old Testament scripture and history during his mortal life. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
Oman, Richard G. “‘What Think Ye of Christ?’: An Art Historian’s Perspective.” BYU Studies 39, no. 3 (2000): 77–90. Reflects on various artistic representations of Jesus.
Ostler, Craig J. “The Divine Nature of Jesus Christ during Mortality.” JCSGS, 209–26. Discusses the divine nature of the mortal Messiah, his glory and power despite his mortal limitations, and the physical and spiritual dimensions of the Atonement. John 10:17–18, 14:6; Phil. 2:5–8; Heb. 7:11–12.
Packer, Boyd K. “The Touch of the Master’s Hand.” Ensign 31 (May 2001): 22–24. Explains how the Atonement can rescue us from the torment brought on by sin.
Porter, Bruce D. The King of Kings. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Provides doctrinal and historical commentary on several passages from the New Testament while testifying of Jesus’ divine mission.
———. “Redeemer of Israel.” Ensign 25 (Nov. 1995): 15–16. Testifies that each of us is a prodigal son or daughter in need of Jesus’ Atonement to permit us to come home. Parallels the elder son in the parable with Jesus. Luke 15:11–32. [Also in Parables—Prodigal Son]
Richardson, Matthew O. “Jesus: The Unorthodox Teacher.” JCSGS, 227–50. Describes Jesus as a teacher and shows how he was different from other teachers at this time. Matthew 4:23, 7:29; John 3. [Also in Teaching Techniques]
Robinson, Stephen E. “Jesus Christ, Names and Titles of.” EM 2:740–42. Explains several of the names of Christ.
Satterfield, Bruce. “Gethsemane and Golgotha: Why and What the Savior Suffered.” BMMFG, 173–99. Explains how the Book of Mormon clarifies the doctrine of the Atonement. [Also in Passion Week—Gethsemane and Atonement]
Satterfield, Bruce K. “John and the Feast of Tabernacles.” SBSS 1998, 249–65. Comments on the Feast of Tabernacles and on Jesus’ activities and teachings during this feast, as recorded in John 7–9. [Also in Festivals]
Scott, Richard G. “Finding Forgiveness.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 75–77. Expounds on the power of the Atonement and outlines the steps of true repentance.
———. “Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer.” Ensign 27 (May 1997): 53–54, 59. Testifies of the Atonement and encourages us to do our part by repenting and completing the ordinances necessary to receive the full blessings of it.
Seely, David Rolph, and Jo Ann H. Seeley. “Jesus the Messiah: Prophet, Priest, and King.” JCSGS, 251–73. Explains ancient Israel’s practice of anointing. Also explains Jesus’ fulfilling his roles as prophet, priest, and king. John 19:19; Acts 10:38; Hebrews 7:11–12. [Also in Ordinances]
Sherry, Thomas E. “The Savior’s Rejection: Insights from the Joseph Smith Translation.” JCSGS, 274–88. Focuses on the JST to explain the reasons that some people rejected Christ’s teachings. [Also in Gospels in General]
Skinner, Andrew C. “The Premortal Godhood of Christ: A Restoration Perspective.” JCSGS, 51–79. Talks about the LDS perspective of Christ as the Firstborn, as Creator, as God of Ancient Israel (Jehovah), as spokesman for God the Father, and as chosen Redeemer.
“Special Witnesses of Christ.” Ensign 31 (Apr. 2001): 2–21. Includes apostolic testimony from each member of the First Presidency and the Quorum of the Twelve of the reality of the events of the Savior’s premortal, mortal, and postmortal ministries. Outlines the role of the Savior throughout time, as described in the Bible and in latter-day scripture.
Stephenson, Jonathan H. “‘I Am He.’” Ensign 29 (Apr. 1999): 6–12. Discusses the purpose of Jesus’ frequent testifying of himself, as recorded throughout the Gospels.
Tingey, Earl C. The Atonement: Fulfilling God’s Great Plan of Happiness. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Expounds on the purpose of the Atonement and Christ’s unique ability to accomplish it. [Also in Passion Week—Gethsemane and Atonement]
Valletta, Thomas R. “John’s Testimony of the Bread of Life.” In The Lord of the Gospels: The 1990 Sperry Symposium on the New Testament, ed. Bruce A. Van Orden and Brent L. Top, 173–89. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1991. Portrays the discourse of the bread of life in John 6 and the events surrounding it as a reflection of John’s testimony, expressed with a fondness for symbolism. [Also in Teachings in General]
Wayment, Thomas A. “Jesus’ Use of Psalms in Matthew.” SBSS 2001, 275–89. Provides commentary on Jesus’ use of Psalms to teach the gospel to his disciples.
Whitchurch, David M. “Jewish Holy Days and the Testimony of Christ.” SBSS 1998, 301–26. Describes how Jesus drew on the rituals and practices of Jewish holy days in his teachings in John 5–10. [Also in Festivals]
Woods, Fred E. “The Water Imagery in John’s Gospel: Power, Purification, and Pedagogy.” In The Lord of the Gospels: The 1990 Sperry Symposium on the New Testament, ed. Bruce A. Van Orden and Brent L. Top, 189–206. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1991. Discusses John’s water imagery, which symbolizes Christ’s power over water, his power to cleanse us of sin, and his knowledge of the gospel.
Wright, H. Curtis. “A Thing of Naught: World Judgments and the Trial of Christ.” In Things of Redeeming Worth: Scriptural Messages and World Judgments, 1–51. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2002. Commentates on the trials of Jesus and discusses popular opinions about the nature and mission of the Messiah. [Also in Passion Week—Trials and Crucifixion]
Church Organization—the Apostles in General
Brown, S. Kent. “Apostle.” EM 1:59–61. Discusses the role of Apostles in the ancient and modern church. Mark 3:14.
Packer, Boyd K. “The Twelve Apostles.” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 6–8. Expounds on the calling, purpose, and authority of ancient and modern Apostles.
Underwood, Grant. “The ‘Same’ Organization That Existed in the Primitive Church.” SBSS 2002, 167–86. Clarifies the meanings of the primitive church, apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, and evangelists in Article of Faith 6. [Also in Teachings in General]
Church Organization—John the Apostle
Brooks, Kent R. “John the Beloved: A Special Witness of the Atonement.” SBSS 1998, 1–15. Explains how the writings of the Apostle John increase our knowledge of and faith in the Atonement. [Also in Epistles of John, Gospels in General]
Claybaugh, Jonn D. “As Flaming Fire and a Ministering Angel.” Ensign 29 (Oct. 1999): 54–60. Discusses the insight and clarification provided by the Book of Mormon and Doctrine and Covenants on the Apostle John’s life and writings.
———. “What the Latter-day Scriptures Teach about John the Beloved.” SBSS 1998, 16–35. Discusses specific contributions of modern revelation and scripture to our knowledge of the Apostle John and his writings.
Judd, Daniel K., Craig J. Ostler, and Richard D. Draper, eds. The Testimony of John the Beloved, Twenty-Seventh Annual Sydney B. Sperry Symposium. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1998. Includes the writings of scholars who participated in the 1998 Sidney B. Sperry Symposium at BYU. The focus of the symposium was the writings and life of the John the Beloved.
Marsh, David B. “Give unto Me Power over Death.” SBSS 1998, 141–54. Discusses the doctrine of translated beings to provide insight on the current condition of John the Beloved.
Church Organization—Peter
Hinckley, Gordon B. “‘And Peter Went Out and Wept Bitterly.’” Ensign 25 (Mar. 1995): 2–6. Likens Peter’s denial of the Savior and subsequent repentance to our own loss of faith and need to return to the truth. Matt. 26:31, 33–35, 69–75. [Also in Peter’s Life]
Skinner, Andrew C. “Peter—the Chief Apostle.” SBSS 2002, 187–219. Details Peter’s life, call, and apostolic role. [Also in Peter’s Life]
Church Organization—the Seventy
Brown, S. Kent. “Seventy.” In Encyclopedia of Latter-day Saint History, ed. Arnold K. Garr, Donald Q. Cannon, and Richard O. Cowan, 1091–93. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Defines and gives a history of the Seventy.
Cultural Setting
Allen, Marti Lu. “The Virgins’ Lamps: Shine Beautiful!” MWNT, 170–95. Presents a history of lamps in the Holy Land and postulates a theory on what the lamps mentioned in the parable of the ten virgins looked like. Matt 25:1–5. [Also in Parables]
Baker, Shane A. “Loosing a Shoe Latchet: Sandals and Footwear in the First Century.” MWNT, 196–206. Discusses footwear at the time of the New Testament and comments on biblical symbolism involving feet or footwear. Matt. 3:11; Luke 13:4–15.
Bybee, Ariel E. “From Vestal Virgin to Bride of Christ: Elements of a Roman Cult in Early Christian Asceticism.” Studia Antiqua 1 (fall 2001): 3–19. Discusses how a Roman cult influenced Christianity in the move towards asceticism and celibacy.
DeBloois, Nanci. “Coins in the New Testament.” MWNT, 239–51. Studies the references to coins and to monetary amounts in the New Testament.
Fronk, Camille. “‘Submit Yourselves as unto the Lord.’” SBSS 2002, 98–113. Focuses on the place of women in Paul’s day, cultural background, submissiveness in women, Jesus as the perfect leader, men as leaders, and honoring men’s and women’s specific responsibilities. [Also in Teachings in General, Women]
Galbraith, David B., D. Kelly Ogden, and Andrew C. Skinner. Jerusalem, the Eternal City. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. Presents the history of Jerusalem from 2000 b.c. to the present and includes several chapters detailing the major events in Jerusalem during New Testament times. [Also in Holy Land Travels, Religious Setting, Setting of Scenes]
Garrison, James V. “Casting Stones: Ballista, Stones as Weapons, and Death by Stoning.” MWNT, 351–62. Explores the use of stones for defense at Masada and examines the practice of stoning in the Old and New Testaments.
Hall, John F. New Testament Witnesses of Christ: Peter, John, James and Paul. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2002. Gives historical background to the New Testament and biographies of Peter, John, James the brother of the Lord, and Paul. Acts 15. [Also in Apostles’ Lives, Paul’s Life, Peter’s Life]
———. “The Roman Province of Judea: A Historical Overview.” MWNT, 319–36. Examines the period of Roman rule in Judea.
Hamblin, William J. “The Roman Army in the First Century.” MWNT, 337–49. Discusses the organization, weaponry, and recruitment methods of the Roman army in New Testament times.
Holzapfel, Jeni Broberg, and Richard Neitzel Holzapfel. “The Last to Remain and the First to Return.” In Every Good Thing: Talks from the 1997 BYU Women’s Conference, ed. Dawn Hall Anderson, Susette Fletcher Green, and Dlora Hall Dalton, 350–68. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1998. Discusses women’s role in Jewish culture during the time of Christ and talks about faithful women presented in the Gospels.
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel. “The Social Context of First-Century Roman Christianity.” The Disciple as Scholar: Essays on Scripture and the Ancient World in Honor of Richard Lloyd Anderson, ed. Stephen D. Ricks, Donald W. Parry, and Andrew H. Hedges, 241–67. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 2000. Describes the social context of Rome found in the book of Romans. Discusses topics such as religion, social status, and foreign groups in Rome.
Huntsman, Eric D. “And They Cast Lots: Divination, Democracy, and Josephus.” MWNT, 365–77. Discusses divination and the casting of lots in the ancient world and in Roman times.
Jackson, Kent P. “Revolutionaries in the First Century.” MWNT, 129–40. Examines the Jewish groups and individuals who rebelled against Rome in a.d. 66, including the Zealots mentioned in the New Testament.
Macfarlane, Roger T. “Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek, and Latin: Languages of New Testament Judea.” MWNT, 228–38. Discusses the linguistic diversity of Judea at the time of Christ.
Nielson, Donna B. Beloved Bridegroom. N.p.: Onyx Press, 1999. Gives information on Jewish family life, betrothal traditions, and wedding customs to provide insight on New Testament references to marriage. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
Peek, Cecilia M. “Alexander the Great Comes to Jerusalem: The Jewish Response to Hellenism.” MWNT, 99–112. Evaluates the degree of Jewish receptivity to Greek culture during the second and third centuries b.c.
Seely, Jo Ann H. “The Fruit of the Vine: Wine at Masada and in the New Testament.” MWNT, 207–27. Focuses on the production, use, and symbolism of wine in Palestine during the first century a.d. Discusses references to wine in the New Testament.
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall, Charting the New Testament. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 2002. Gives historical, cultural, and linguistic background to the New Testament through charts with introductions.
———. “Chronology.” CNT, section 1. Describes New Testament times, Jewish celebrations, the Roman calendar, and the concept of time in the New Testament.
———. “Demographics of the Roman Empire.” CNT, section 6. Depicts the temple, major cities, and the distribution of citizenship.
———. “Legal and Social Perspectives on Robbers in First-Century Judea.” MWNT, 141–53. Analyzes the conflicting views of the legal establishment and of the common people towards robbers in New Testament times.
———. “Roman Administration.” CNT, section 4. Presents Roman leaders and Roman legal procedures.
———. “Roman Military.” CNT, section 5. Gives information about Roman armies, campaigns, and legions.
Epistle of James
Hauglid, Brian M. “‘As the Body without the Spirit’: James’s Epistle on Faith and Works.” SBSS 2002, 276–89. Argues for the authenticity of James’s epistle on faith, works, perfection, wisdom, and pride.
Mackay, Thomas W. “James, Epistle of.” EM 2:715–16. Outlines the contents of James’s general epistle.
Manscill, Craig. “‘If Any of You Lack Wisdom’: James’s Imperative to Israel.” SBSS 2002, 244–57. Discusses what James 1:5 says about wisdom.
Olson, Terrance D. “Agency and Self-Deception in the Writings of James and 1 John.” SBSS 2002, 290–304. Discusses James’s teachings on self-deception and double mindedness. James 4:17.
Welch, John W. An Epistle from the New Testament Apostles. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Reorganizes the epistolary books of the New Testament into a single epistle according to primary and secondary topics. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General, Epistle of Jude, Epistles of John, Epistles of Paul and Hebrews, Epistles of Peter]
Whitchurch, David M. “Discipleship and the Epistle of James.” SBSS 2002, 258–75. Looks at the epistle of James and its implications of discipleship.
Epistle of Jude
Welch, John W. An Epistle from the New Testament Apostles. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Reorganizes the epistolary books of the New Testament into a single epistle according to primary and secondary topics. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General, Epistle of James, Epistles of John, Epistles of Paul and Hebrews, Epistles of Peter]
Epistles of John
Brooks, Kent R. “John the Beloved: A Special Witness of the Atonement.” SBSS 1998, 1–15. Explains how the writings of the Apostle John increase our knowledge of and faith in the Atonement. [Also in Church Organization—John the Apostle, Gospels in General]
Fawcett, Stanley E., and Amydee M. Fawcett. “The Great Invitation of John the Beloved.” SBSS 1998, 58–73. Explores John’s writings on faith, grace, and works as requirements for salvation. [Also in Gospels in General, Salvation]
Ludlow, Victor L. “Light, Life, and Love in the Epistles of John.” SBSS 1998, 113–24. Provides commentary on 1, 2, and 3 John.
Marsh, W. Jeffrey. “Twilight in the Early Church.” SBSS 2002, 319–34. Focuses on the epistles of John, which were the last letters written by the last leader of the church before the Apostasy. Also discusses John’s witness of the truth.
Newell, Lloyd D. “John’s Testimony and Teachings on Truth.” SBSS 1998, 186–200. Explores John’s writings on the definition, source, and effects of truth. [Also in Gospels in General]
Richardson, Matthew O. “The Love of God.” SBSS 1998, 236–48. Discusses the theme of love in the writings of John the Beloved. [Also in Gospels in General]
Welch, John W. An Epistle from the New Testament Apostles. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Reorganizes the epistolary books of the New Testament into a single epistle according to primary and secondary topics. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General, Epistle of James, Epistle of Jude, Epistles of Paul and Hebrews, Epistles of Peter]
Epistles of Paul and Hebrews
Draper, Richard D. “Hebrews, Epistle to the.” EM 2:581–83. Outlines the contents of Paul’s Epistle to the Hebrews.
Faulconer, James E. Romans 1: Notes and Reflections. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. Uses the JST, the KJV, and the author’s translation from the original Greek manuscripts to analyze the full meaning of Paul’s writings in Romans 1.
Hardison, Amy Blake. “Unity and Atonement in Ephesians.” SBSS 2002, 114–29. Searches Paul’s teachings of unity and the ultimate goal of unity with God and Christ. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
Leigh, Allen W. “A Look at Ephesians 2:8–9.” Dialogue 27 (winter 1994): 163–64. Draws on the Greek translation of Ephesians 2:8–9 to propose a replacement of the word “gift” in the KJV text with the word “sacrifice.”
Parry, Jay A., and Donald W. Parry, “The Temple in Heaven: Its Description and Significance.” TAWRS, 515–32. Discusses the temple as an earthly counterpart to heaven. Heb. 9; Rev. 4:1–11; 5:1–14; 8:1–5; 11:16–19, and more. [Also in Book of Revelation]
Richardson, Matthew O. “Ephesians: Unfolding the Mysteries through Revelation.” SBSS 2002, 130–44. Looks at Paul’s teachings concerning mysteries and enlightenment that comes through the Spirit. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
Strathearn, Gaye. “Law and Liberty in Galatians 5–6.” SBSS 2002, 57–74. Talks about the concepts of agency and choices in Galatians. Includes historical setting for Galatians. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
Welch, John W. An Epistle from the New Testament Apostles. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Reorganizes the epistolary books of the New Testament into a single epistle according to primary and secondary topics. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General, Epistle of James, Epistle of Jude, Epistles of John, Epistles of Peter]
Epistles of Peter
Ball, Terry B. “Peter’s Principles: An Approach to the First Epistle of Peter.” SBSS 2002, 220–29. Focuses on different aspects of Peter’s first epistle: dealing with adversity, strengthening one another, and looking to the Savior as an example. 1 Peter 1:1–2.
Doxey, Roy W. “Calling and Election.” EM 1:248. Discusses having one’s calling and election made sure as taught in Peter’s writings. 2 Pet. 1:3–10. [Also in Salvation]
McKinlay, Daniel B. “Temple Imagery in the Epistles of Peter.” TAWRS, 492–514. Discusses how temple imagery may be recognized in 1 and 2 Peter.
Welch, John W. An Epistle from the New Testament Apostles. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Reorganizes the epistolary books of the New Testament into a single epistle according to primary and secondary topics. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General, Epistle of James, Epistle of Jude, Epistles of John, Epistles of Paul and Hebrews]
Eschatology (Latter Days and the Destruction of Jerusalem)
Ballard, M. Russell. “When Shall These Things Be?” BYUDFS (1995–1996): 185–93. Reprinted in Ensign 26 (Dec. 1996): 56–61. Examines how the Savior’s prophecies of the last days are coming to pass and suggests what we can do to avoid problems amidst today’s perils. Matt. 24.
Brown, S. Kent. “Jesus’ Sermon on the Last Days: Matthew 24.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1999–2000): 69–77. Discusses the setting, content, and effect of Jesus’ prophecy about the fall of Jerusalem and the events of the last days, as recorded in Matthew 24.
Draper, Richard D. The Savior’s Prophecies: From the Fall of Jerusalem to the Second Coming. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2001. Discusses Jesus’ prophecies about the future of the early church, the fall of Jerusalem, and the Second Coming as recorded in Joseph Smith—Matthew, Doctrine and Covenants 45, Matthew 23–24, Mark 13, and Luke 21. Includes a chart paralleling verses from the five accounts.
Griggs, C. Wilfred. “Apocalyptic Texts.” EM 1:54. Explains general characteristics of apocalyptic texts. Rev. 1:1.
Marsh, W. Jeffrey. “The Second Coming of Jesus.” BMMFG, 91–109. Shows the clarification of the Book of Mormon on biblical prophecies of the last days and of Christ’s Second Coming.
McConkie, Joseph Fielding. “False Christs.” In Watch and Be Ready: Preparing for the Second Coming of the Lord, 39–62. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1994. Repeats Jesus’ warning about “false Christs” and discusses the destructive role of “false Christs” since the Savior’s ministry. JS–M 1:6, 21–22. [Also in Teachings in General]
Ogden, D. Kelly. “Prophecies and Promises of Joseph Smith—Matthew.” Religious Educator 3, no. 1 (2002): 35–50. Discusses Joseph Smith—Matthew verse by verse and explains the prophecies and promises contained therein.
Perkins, Keith W. “The JST on the Second Coming of Christ.” In The Joseph Smith Translation: The Restoration of Plain and Precious Things, ed. Monte S. Nyman and Robert L. Millet, 237–49. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 1985. Analyzes changes made by Joseph Smith to Matthew 24, Mark 13, and Luke 21 that provide information about the Second Coming.
Rogers, V. Daniel. “Armageddon.” EM 1:67. Discusses the location and circumstances of the battle of Armageddon. Rev. 16:16.
Seely, David Rolph. “The Joseph Smith Translation: ‘Plain and Precious Things’ Restored.” Ensign 27 (Aug. 1997): 8–16. Explains the history and purpose of the JST and gives examples of how it restores and clarifies gospel truths, with specific focus on the contents of JST Matthew 24. [Also in Gospels in General]
Skinner, Andrew C., and W. Jeffrey Marsh. Scriptural Parables for the Latter Days. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Commentates on the historical setting and application of the parables recorded in Matthew 13; 24; and 25. [Also in Parables]
Exemplary Life
Brown, Cheryl. “Developing Christlike Leadership Skills.” In May Christ Lift Thee Up: Selections from the 1998 Women’s Conference, ed. Dawn Hall Anderson, and others, 306–13. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1999. Discusses two pairs of Jesus’ leadership skills: justice and mercy, and authority and advocacy.
Featherstone, Vaughn J. The Incomparable Christ: Our Master and Model. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1995. Discusses how Jesus is the master of and model for all mankind. Draws on several episodes from the Gospels for support.
Fronk, Camille. “The Great Exemplar.” RRLTJC, 123–76. Draws on episodes from the Gospels and from 3 Nephi to explain how Jesus set the perfect example for all mankind to follow in any situation. [Also in Christology]
Holland, Jeffrey R. “The Hands of the Fathers.” Ensign 29 (May 1999): 14–16. Extols Heavenly Father’s relationship with Jesus during Christ’s mortal ministry as the perfect pattern for all fathers to follow with their children.
Maxwell, Neal A. “Jesus, the Perfect Mentor.” Ensign 31 (Feb. 2001): 8–17. Describes how Jesus emulated the Father and how we are to emulate the Savior as his disciples.
Monson, Thomas S. “Mercy—The Divine Gift.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 54–60. Discusses the importance of Christlike mercy. Uses the Savior’s treatment of the woman taken in adultery as an example. John 8:1–11.
Strathearn, Gaye. “Reflections on Discipleship.” BYUDFS (1995–1996): 277–85. Uses examples from the life and ministry of the Savior to show the cost required of those who wish to follow him. [Also in Teachings in General]
Wirthlin, Joseph B. “Guided by His Exemplary Life.” Ensign 25 (Sept. 1995): 32–39. Examines some of the leadership attributes exhibited by Christ.
Festivals
Fowles, John L. “The Jewish Lectionary and Book of Mormon Prophecy.” Journal of Book of Mormon Studies 3 (fall 1994): 118–22. Discusses the reading of the Law and Prophets in Jewish synagogues during New Testament times and explores the connection between Jesus’ “other sheep” prophecy and the Feast of Dedication. Luke 4:16–21; John 10:16. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture, Worship]
Satterfield, Bruce K. “John and the Feast of Tabernacles.” SBSS 1998, 249–65. Comments on the Feast of Tabernacles and on Jesus’ activities and teachings during this feast, as recorded in John 7–9. [Also in Christology]
Whitchurch, David M. “Jewish Holy Days and the Testimony of Christ.” SBSS 1998, 301–26. Describes how Jesus drew on the rituals and practices of Jewish holy days in his teachings in John 5–10. [Also in Christology]
Foreordination
Garrett, H. Dean. “The Priesthood.” BMMFG, 33–44. Studies the use of the priesthood by the Savior and his disciples in the New Testament and the Book of Mormon. [Also in Ordinances]
Marsh, W. Jeffrey. Unto Us a Child Is Born. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994. Expounds on the prophecies concerning Jesus’ birth and details the Annunciation to Mary, the birth of John the Baptist, and the birth of the Messiah. [Also in Birth]
Morrison, Alexander B. “‘For This Cause Came I into the World.’” Ensign 29 (Nov. 1999): 25–27. Explores the meaning of Christ’s words to Pilate when he said, “To this end was I born, for this cause came I into the world.” John 18:37.
Smith, Paul Thomas. “Birth of the Messiah.” Ensign 27 (Dec. 1997): 34–45. Recounts the story of Christ’s birth and enumerates the prophecies fulfilled by his coming. Comments on Herod, Zacharias, Mary, and Joseph. [Also in Birth]
Genealogy
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall. “The Herodian Dynasty.” CNT, chart 2-2. Displays the complicated family tree of Herod the Great and his descendents.
Welch, John W., “Lineages of Joseph.” CNT, chart 8-6. Details the genealogy of Joseph, the legal father of Jesus. Shows Joseph’s Abrahamic descent and shows that Jesus is the heir of David.
———. “The Maccabean Dynasty.” CNT, chart 2-1. Charts the dynasty starting with Mattathias and ending with Mariamme.
Gospels in General
Anderson, Richard Lloyd. Guide to the Life of Christ. 1993. Reprint, Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. Is a supplementary guide for BYU students studying the Gospels. Provides study questions as well as historical, cultural, and doctrinal commentary on the Gospels.
Brooks, Kent R. “John the Beloved: A Special Witness of the Atonement.” SBSS 1998, 1–15. Explains how the writings of the Apostle John increase our knowledge of and faith in the Atonement. [Also in Church Organization—John the Apostle, Epistles of John]
Christy, Howard A. “The Great Commandment: Principle or Platitude?” Religious Educator 3, no. 1 (2002): 71–86. Discusses preeminence, universality, and love in reference to the first and great commandment. Matthew 22:37–38. [Also in Teachings in General]
Crowther, Duane S. Jesus of Nazareth, Savior and King. Bountiful, Utah: Horizon Publishers, 1999. Compares the Gospels and provides insightful historical, cultural, and linguistic information about each recorded portion of Jesus’ mortal ministry. Includes detailed maps and timelines of the Holy Land.
Duckwitz, Norbert H. O. Reading the Gospel of St. John in Greek: A Beginning. New York: Caratzas, 2002. Greek text with grammatical notes and comments.
Fawcett, Stanley E., and Amydee M. Fawcett. “The Great Invitation of John the Beloved.” SBSS 1998, 58–73. Explores John’s writings on faith, grace, and works as requirements for salvation. [Also in Epistles of John, Salvation]
Heap, Norman L. The Redeemer of Israel. Walnut Creek, Calif.: Excel Books, 1995. Arranges the KJV text of the Gospels chronologically and inserts clarifying corrections from the JST.
Hemingway, Don. Follow Me: A Scriptural Story of Jesus of Nazareth. Springville, Utah: Bonneville Books, 1998. Recounts the events of the Gospels in story form.
Hopkins, Daniel R. Living Water: A Chronological Reading of the Four Gospels. Salt Lake City: Cornerstone Publishing, 1999. Arranges the KJV texts of the Gospels chronologically and includes additions from the JST.
Huntington, Ray L. “The Meaning of the Word Gospel.” BMMFG, 45–56. Draws on 3 Nephi 27 to establish a six–part definition of the word “gospel” and shows that the New Testament Gospels truly teach this six-part gospel.
Huntington, Ray L., and Camille Fronk. “Latter-Day Clarity on Christ’s Life and Teachings.” Ensign 29 (Jan. 1999): 22–29. Comments on the contributions of latter-day revelation to our understanding of Christ’s mortal ministry. Includes a list of latter-day scriptures that provide insight into numerous events and doctrines covered by the Gospels. [Also in Christology]
Huntington, Ray L., and Terry B. Ball, eds. The Book of Mormon and the Message of the Four Gospels. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2001. Contains a collection of articles that draw from the Book of Mormon to clarify doctrines found in the Gospels.
Keller, Roger R. “Jesus Is Jehovah (YHWH): A Study in the Gospels.” JCSGS, 122–53. Identifies Jesus as the Old Testament Jehovah, contrary to traditional Christian thought that Jehovah is God the Father. Matt. 25:37; Mark 2:5–12; 5:22–43; Luke 1; 2; John 1; 2; 8:5. [Also in Christology]
———. “Luke: One Facet of a Diamond.” Ensign 29 (Feb. 1999): 30–35. Highlights the unique perspective of Jesus’ ministry provided by the Gospel of Luke.
Ludlow, Jared W. “Themes of Discipleship in John.” SBSS 1998, 94–112. Examines John’s presentation of Jesus’ teachings on discipleship in John 8:31–59.
Matthews, Robert J. “A Doctrinal Framework for the New Testament.” BMMFG, 111–23. Explains how Book of Mormon teachings about the plan of salvation make several passages from the Gospels more clear. Matt. 18:10–11; Luke 4:16–19; John 3:16–17; 5:24–29; 10:17–18.
Millet, Robert L. “The Doctrine of the Risen Christ,” parts 1–3. In FARMS Book of Mormon Lecture Series. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1996. Notes the differences between the teachings of Jesus in 3 Nephi and in the four Gospels.
Millet, Robert L., and Robert J. Matthews, eds. Plain and Precious Truths Restored: The Doctrinal and Historical Significance of the Joseph Smith Translation. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1995. Includes papers presented at the BYU symposium “‘As Translated Correctly,’ Joseph Smith’s Translations of the Bible,” held January 13 and 14, 1995.
Mumford, Thomas M. Horizontal Harmony of the Four Gospels in Parallel Columns. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1976. Arranges the Gospels chronologically in parallel columns to allow the reader to compare the four accounts of Christ’s mortal ministry.
Newell, Lloyd D. “John’s Testimony and Teachings on Truth.” SBSS 1998, 186–200. Explores John’s writings on the definition, source, and effects of truth. [Also in Epistles of John]
Ostler, Blake T. “The Gospel of Grace in the Writings of John.” SBSS 1998, 201–11. Expounds on John’s writings about grace. [Also in Salvation]
Phillips, Wm. Revell. “Matthew, Gospel of.” EM 2:869–70. Discusses both the person and writings of Matthew.
Richardson, Matthew O. “The Love of God.” SBSS 1998, 236–48. Discusses the theme of love in the writings of John the Beloved. [Also in Epistles of John]
Seely, David Rolph. “The Joseph Smith Translation: ‘Plain and Precious Things’ Restored.” Ensign 27 (Aug. 1997): 8–16. Explains the history and purpose of the JST and gives examples of how it restores and clarifies gospel truths, with specific focus on the contents of JST Matthew 24. [Also in Eschatology]
Sherry, Thomas E. “The Savior’s Rejection: Insights from the Joseph Smith Translation.” JCSGS, 274–88. Focuses on the JST to explain the reasons that some people rejected Christ’s teachings. [Also in Christology]
Smith, Brian L. “The Witness of John.” SBSS 1998, 266–80. Commentates on the origin and content of the Gospel of John.
Smith, Joseph. Joseph Smith’s Commentary on the Bible. Comp. and ed. Kent P. Jackson. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1994. Compiles excerpts from Joseph Smith’s sermons and writings that contain commentary on biblical passages. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General]
Todd, Jay M. “Our New Light on Jesus’ Mortal Life and Teachings.” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 31–49. Lists several key insights provided by the JST on the mortal ministry of the Savior in addition to the traditional account given in the KJV of the Gospels.
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall. “The Divine Redeemer.” CNT, section 8. Discusses how the birth, baptism, lineage, titles, and names of Jesus Christ all point to the divinity of Christ.
———. “The Four Gospels.” CNT, section 7. Features different aspects of the Gospels, such as miracles and parables. Also illuminates purposes and approaches of the Gospels.
———. “The Teachings of Jesus.” CNT, section 9. Explicates the lessons and teachings of Jesus. [Also in Teachings in General]
———. “The Trial and Resurrection of Jesus.” CNT, section 10. Details the main parts of Christ’s trial and Resurrection. Compares the unique features of each of the Gospels. [Also in Passion Week—Trial and Crucifixion]
Herod
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel. “King Herod.” MWNT, 35–73. Details the life of King Herod, including his background, his rise to power, and his reign in Judea.
Teasdale, Andrew. “Herod the Great’s Building Program.” MWNT, 85–98. Discusses Herod’s building activities in Palestine, including his construction of the temple complex in Jerusalem.
Welch, John W. “Herod’s Wealth.” MWNT, 74–83. Examines the sources and political uses of King Herod’s wealth. Also provides information on monetary amounts mentioned in the New Testament.
Holy Ghost
Dunn, Loren C. “Fire and the Holy Ghost.” Ensign 25 (June 1995): 22–26. Elaborates on the baptism by fire and the Holy Ghost prophesied by John the Baptist. Matt. 3:11; Luke 3:16.
Hales, Robert D. “Gifts of the Spirit.” Ensign 32 (Feb. 2002): 12–20. Expounds on the gifts of the Spirit listed by Paul in 1 Corinthians 12:4–10. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
Maxwell, Neal A. “The Holy Ghost: Glorifying Christ.” Ensign 32 (July 2002): 56–61. Discusses various aspects of the Holy Ghost’s responsibility to glorify the Savior, as mentioned in John 16:14.
Millet, Robert L. “The Ministry of the Holy Ghost.” SBSS 1998, 167–85. Details the work of the Holy Ghost as described in the Gospel and Epistles of John.
Oaks, Dallin H. “Always Have His Spirit.” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 59–61. Discusses the purpose and function of the Holy Ghost as described by the Savior in the Gospel of John. John 14:26; 15:26; 16:7.
Holy Land Travels
Galbraith, David B., D. Kelly Ogden, and Andrew C. Skinner. Jerusalem, the Eternal City. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. Presents the history of Jerusalem from 2000 b.c. to the present and includes several chapters detailing the major events in Jerusalem during New Testament times. [Also in Cultural Setting, Religious Setting, Setting of Scenes]
Ogden, D. Kelly. “The Road to Bethlehem.” Ensign 25 (Dec. 1995): 12–13. Describes the probable route which Joseph and Mary took to Bethlehem from Nazareth.
Ostler, Craig J. “The Lands of the Gospel of John.” SBSS 1998, 212–35. Examines several places mentioned by John in his writings. [Also in Setting of Scenes]
Proctor, Maurine Jensen, and Scott Facer Proctor. Source of the Light: A Witness and Testimony of Jesus Christ, the Savior and Redeemer of All. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1992. Contains numerous photographs of the Holy Land with explanations of what occurred there during Jesus’ mortal ministry. [Also in Setting of Scenes]
Telford, John, and Susan Easton Black. In the Footsteps of Jesus: Images of the Holy Land. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 1999. Contains photographs of the places mentioned in the Gospels along with explanations of what occurred there. [Also in Setting of Scenes]
Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture
Black, Susan Easton. Jesus Christ, Son of Man: The Early Years. Shelton, Connecticut: Greenwich Workshop Press, 2001. Describes Jesus’ birth, childhood, baptism, and ministry. Also discusses Jewish customs and rituals. [Also in Childhood]
Brown, S. Kent, and Richard Neitzel Holzapfel. “The World of Jesus.” In Between the Testaments: From Malachi to Matthew, ed. S. Kent Brown and Richard Neitzel Holzapfel, 239–52. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Discussion of the cultural and religious world in the intertestamental period. [Also in Religious Setting]
Covenants, Prophecies, and Hymns of the Old Testament, Thirtieth Annual Sidney B. Sperry Symposium. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2001. Contains the writings of scholars who participated in the 2001 Sidney B. Sperry Symposium at BYU. The topic of the symposium was Deuteronomy, Isaiah, and Psalms.
Draper, Richard D. “Judah between the Testaments.” Ensign 12 (Oct. 1982): 36–41. Tells what occurred in the Kingdom of Judah in the period between the Old and New Testaments. Includes a history of the emergence of several religious and political factions, including the Pharisees, the Sadducees, the Herodians, the Zealots, and the Publicans. [Also in Jewish Sectarians]
Fowles, John L. “The Jewish Lectionary and Book of Mormon Prophecy.” Journal of Book of Mormon Studies 3 (fall 1994): 118–22. Discusses the reading of the Law and Prophets in Jewish synagogues during New Testament times and explores the connection between Jesus’ “other sheep” prophecy and the Feast of Dedication. Luke 4:16–21; John 10:16. [Also in Festivals, Worship]
Gee, John, and Daniel C. Peterson. “Graft and Corruption: On Olives and Olive Culture in the Pre-Modern Mediterranean.” In The Allegory of the Olive Tree, ed. Stephen D. Ricks and John W. Welch, 186–247. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1994 . Discusses the nature of the olive tree, its growing conditions, grafting, the difference between wild and tame olives, pressing for oil, domestication, economics, and the olive’s uses, including its contribution to ritual, light, and medicine.
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel. “A New Testament Parallel.” In The Exodus Story: Ancient and Modern Parallels, ed. Richard Neitzel Holzapfel, 37–48. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1997. Highlights parallels between the Exodus story and texts in the New Testament.
Nibley, Hugh W. “Assembly and Atonement.” In King Benjamin’s Speech: “That Ye May Learn Wisdom,” ed. John W. Welch and Stephen D. Ricks, 119–45. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1998. Explains ancient practices of assembly, coronation, government, shame, and coming together as civic models for the unifying influences and operations of the Atonement. [Also in Passion Week—Gethsemane and Atonement]
Nielson, Donna B. Beloved Bridegroom. N.p.: Onyx Press, 1999. Gives information on Jewish family life, betrothal traditions, and wedding customs to provide insight on New Testament references to marriage. [Also in Cultural Setting]
Olmstead, Thomas F. “The Savior’s Use of the Old Testament.” Ensign 32 (July 2002): 46–51. Examines Christ’s extensive use of Old Testament scripture and history during his mortal life. [Also in Christology]
Parry, Donald W., and Stephen D. Ricks, eds. The Temple in Time and Eternity. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. Discusses temple ritual and practice in biblical times. [Also in Religious Setting, Worship]
Ricks, Stephen D. “The Law of Sacrifice.” Ensign 28 (June 1998): 25–29. Explains how Mosaic sacrifice in the Old Testament foreshadowed the Savior’s Atonement. [Also in Symbols]
Sperry, Sidney B. “Ancient Temples and Their Functions.” Ensign 2 (Jan. 1972): 67–72. Outlines the construction and use of the temples described in the scriptures, including Solomon’s Temple in Jerusalem.
Strathearn, Gaye. “I Have a Question.” Ensign 28 (Dec. 1998): 49–53. Discusses the historical background that 1 and 2 Maccabees provide for the Gospels.
Tvedtnes, John A. “Temple Prayer in Ancient Times.” TTE, 79–98. Explains how various aspects of the Israelite temple prayer were symbols of Jesus Christ. [Also in Symbols, Worship]
Valletta, Thomas R. “The True Bread of Life.” Ensign 29 (Mar. 1999): 7–13. Parallels the Savior’s sermon on the bread of life with the Exodus of Israel from Egypt. John 6. [Also in Symbols]
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall. “Jewish Cultural and Literary Backgrounds.” CNT, section 2. Details the culture and lifestyle in New Testament times.
———. “Jewish Social and Religious Institutions.” CNT, section 3. Explains different sects and Jewish social institutions, such as Pharisees, Sadducees, and temple priests.
Jewish Sectarians (Pharisees, Sadducees, Essenes, Zealots)
Draper, Richard D. “Judah between the Testaments.” Ensign 12 (Oct. 1982): 36–41. Tells what occurred in the Kingdom of Judah in the period between the Old and New Testaments. Includes a history of the emergence of several religious and political factions, including the Pharisees, the Sadducees, the Herodians, the Zealots, and the Publicans. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
John the Baptist
Monson, Thomas S. “Preparing the Way.” Ensign 32 (Feb. 2002): 2–5. Briefly discusses the mission of John the Baptist in relation to the duties of modern holders of the Aaronic Priesthood.
Novak, Loui. “John the Baptist.” EM 2:755–57. Outlines the life of John the Baptist.
Perkins, Keith W. “I Have a Question.” Ensign 29 (July 1999): 64–65. Explains the meanings of “Elias” and the application of this term to John the Baptist and his role as a forerunner. Mark 9:3.
Todd, Jay M. “Our New Light on John the Baptist’s Palestinian Ministry.” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 47–49. Lists several additional truths about John the Baptist revealed in the JST and other latter-day scripture.
Mary, Mother of Jesus
Black, Susan Easton. She Shall Bring Forth a Son. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1999. Briefly retells the story of the Annunciation and the birth of the Savior. Matt. 1–2; Luke 1–2. [Also in Birth]
Dana, Bruce E. Mary, Mother of Jesus. Springville, Utah: CFI Books, 2001. Details the life of Mary.
Fronk, Camille. “Mary, Mother of Jesus.” EM 2:863–64. Outlines the life of Mary. Luke 1:38.
Ministry
Benson, Ezra Taft. “Five Marks of the Divinity of Jesus Christ.” Ensign 31 (Dec. 2001): 8–15. Focuses on five parts of Christ’s ministry that testify of his divinity, ranging from his miraculous birth to his glorious Second Coming. [Also in Christology]
Faust, James E. “Gratitude as a Saving Principle.” Ensign 26 (Dec. 1996): 2–6. Touches on the story of the leper who was healed by Jesus and returned to give thanks. Luke 17:12–19.
Melchin, Gerald E. “‘Thy Sins Are Forgiven.’” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 18–21. Testifies of the Savior’s power to forgive sins, citing examples from the New Testament. Matt. 9:2–6; Luke 7:37–48.
Morrison, Alexander B. His Name Be Praised: Understanding Christ’s Ministry and Mission. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Provides insight on the mortal ministry and mission of the Savior, highlighting several events recorded in the Gospels. [Also in Christology]
Peterson, Daniel C. “Jesus Christ: Ministry of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:730–32. Discusses the role of Christ’s ministry in the plan of salvation. D&C 45:4.
Wirthlin, Joseph B. “Living Water to Quench Spiritual Thirst.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 18–20. Suggests how one may obtain the “living water” spoken of by Jesus to the Samarian woman at the well. John 4:9–15. [Also in Symbols]
Miracles
Ballard, M. Russell. “The Peaceable Things of the Kingdom.” Ensign 32 (May 2002): 87–89. Testifies of the Savior’s power to bring peace to our troubled lives just as he brought calm to the stormy waters of the Sea of Galilee. Mark 4:37–41. [Also in Teachings in General]
Jacobs, Curtis. “Miracles: Then and Now.” WBC, 93–101. Testifies of the miracles wrought by Jesus and of modern-day miracles. Matt. 8:5–13; Mark 5:28; John 11.
Monson, Thomas S. “Christ at Bethesda’s Pool.” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 16–19. Expounds on Christ’s healing of the invalid at the pools of Bethesda. John 5:2–9.
———. “With Hand and Heart.” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 2–5. Retells the miracles of Jesus during which he extended his hand to lift and help another. Encourages us to do likewise. Matt. 8:2–3; Mark 1:31; 5:23; Luke 8:49–55.
Oaks, Dallin H. “Miracles.” Ensign 31 (June 2001): 6–17. Examines some of the Savior’s miracles and several miracles of our dispensation to discuss the purpose, nature, and timing of miracles in general.
Top, Brent L. “Man of Miracles.” RRLTJC, 177–221. Discusses the nature, purpose, and source of Jesus’ miracles.
Welch, John W. “Evidence for a New Testament Miracle.” BYU Studies 37, no. 4 (1997–98): 173–75. Presents scientific support for Jesus’ healing of a blind man at Bethsaida, recorded in Mark 8:22–26.
New Testament Scholarship
Ellison, Mark D. “The Setting and Sacrament of the Christian Community.” SBSS 2002, 145–66. Looks at sacrament in the time of the New Testament and how it relates to our Latter-day practices. [Also in Passion Week—Last Supper, Teachings in General]
Gillum, Gary P. “Bible Dictionary.” EM 1:111–12. Discusses the LDS Bible Dictionary as a study aid in reading the Bible. D&C 88:118.
Hall, John F., and John W. Welch, eds. Masada and the World of the New Testament. Provo, Utah: BYU Studies, 1997. Contains a collection of articles about the historical, cultural, and religious contexts in which the New Testament was written.
Maxwell, Robert L. “Sacred Books: The Canon of the Hebrew Bible at the End of the First Century.” MWNT, 302–16. Discusses the possible content of the Hebrew Bible in the first century a.d. [Also in Religious Setting]
Millet, Robert L. “The Historical Jesus: A Latter-day Saint Perspective.” In Historicity and the Latter-day Saint Scriptures, ed. Paul Y. Hoskisson, 171–96. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2001. Discusses different types of biblical criticism and explains the importance of the First Vision and the Book of Mormon in confirming the truth of the New Testament Gospels. [Also in Christology]
Nibley, Hugh W. “New Testament.” Provo, Utah: FARMS paper, 1985. Presents quotations from scholars responding to notions that there are no infallible books after the Bible and that man needs no more revelation. Also addresses the language and textual problems of the New Testament, the status of the book of John, and possible reasons why the historical Jesus has been rejected.
Robinson, Stephen E. “Bible Scholarship.” EM 1:112–13. Discusses the role of inspiration in Latter-day Saint biblical scholarship. Article of Faith 8.
———. “The Noncanonical Sayings of Jesus.” BYU Studies 36, no. 2 (1996–97): 74–91. Argues that the sayings of Jesus recorded in extra-canonical literature are difficult to authenticate and relatively insignificant.
Seely, David Rolph. “The Masada Fragments, the Qumran Scrolls, and the New Testament.” MWNT, 287–301. Describes the scrolls found at Masada and Qumran and discusses the insights they provide on the New Testament.
Skinner, Andrew C. “Doctrinal Contributions of the Joseph Smith Translation of the New Testament.” In Plain and Precious Truths Restored: The Doctrinal and Historical Significance of the Joseph Smith Translation, ed. Robert L. Millet and Robert J. Matthews, 72–103. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1995. Outlines twenty-five significant doctrinal contributions of the JST to the KJV of the New Testament.
Welch, John W. “Word Studies from the New Testament.” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 28–30. Examines the Greek and Hebrew meanings of “evangelist,” “testament,” and “amen,” as used in the New Testament, to provide insight on the extent and accuracy of Joseph Smith’s restoration of the truth.
Ordinances
Compton, Todd M. “The Handclasp and Embrace as Tokens of Recognition.” In By Study and Also by Faith, ed. John M. Lundquist and Stephen D. Ricks, 1:611–42. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book and FARMS, 1990. Explains the ritual meaning of tokens and symbols and shows how they were used in Greek drama as modes of identification or recognition. Also shows how these two gestures are used in early Christian art and texts.
Garrett, H. Dean. “The Priesthood.” BMMFG, 33–44. Studies the use of the priesthood by the Savior and his disciples in the New Testament and the Book of Mormon. [Also in Foreordination]
Hales, Robert D. “In Remembrance of Jesus.” Ensign 27 (Nov. 1997): 24–26. Focuses on Christ’s institution of the sacrament and expounds on the sacramental covenant to always remember the Savior. Luke 22:19; 1 Cor. 11:23–24. [Also in Worship]
Hamblin, William. “Aspects of an Early Christian Initiation Ritual.” In By Study and Also by Faith, ed. John M. Lundquist and Stephen D. Ricks, 1:202–21. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1990. Deals with the similarities between early Christian rites and their counterparts in the restored gospel. [Also in Apostasy]
Holland, Jeffery R. “‘This Do in Remembrance of Me.’” Ensign 25 (Nov. 1995): 67–69. Recounts Christ’s institution of the sacrament and focuses on the significance of that ordinance. Matt. 26–28; Luke 22:19–20.
Madsen, Truman G. “The Temple and the Atonement.” TAWRS, 63–79. Discusses how the atonement transmits life-emitting virtue and nourishment to the temple.
Nibley, Hugh W. “Christian Envy of the Temple.” MEC, 391–434. Discusses the historical misgivings Christian scholars have had about the significance of the Jerusalem temple and the possibility of rebuilding it.
———. “The Early Christian Prayer Circle.” MEC, 45–99. Discusses the prayer circle in early Christianity and shows how Matthew 11:16–17 connects piping, dancing, John the Baptist, and the blessing of little children to prayer circle practices.
———. “Sacred Vestments.” In Temple and Cosmos, ed. Don Norton, 91–138. Vol. 12 of Collected Works of Hugh Nibley. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1992. Describes the holy raiment of early Christianity (as distinguished from the clerical garb of later centuries).
Nibley, Hugh W. “What Is a Temple?” MEC, 355–90. Suggests reasons for the loss of knowledge of the interrelated facets of the temple in the Christian tradition and demonstrates how LDS temples fit into the ancient pattern. [Also in Apostasy]
Nyman, Monte S. “The Sacrament: Building upon Christ’s Rock.” BMMFG, 125–37. Examines how the Book of Mormon provides essential details not mentioned in the Gospels on the use, purpose, and administration of the sacrament.
Perry, L. Tom. “Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper.” Ensign 26 (May 1996): 53–54, 59. Teaches the symbolism of the sacrament and discusses ways to prepare to worthily partake of it. Matt. 26:26–29; 1 Cor. 11:28–29.
Seely, David Rolph, and Jo Ann H. Seely. “Jesus the Messiah: Prophet, Priest, and King.” JCSGS, 251–73. Explains ancient Israel’s practice of anointing. Also explains Jesus’ fulfilling his roles as prophet, priest, and king. John 19:19; Acts 10:38; Hebrews 7:11–12. [Also in Christology]
Parables
Allen, Marti Lu. “The Virgins’ Lamps: Shine Beautiful!” MWNT, 170–95. Presents a history of lamps in the Holy Land and postulates a theory on what the lamps mentioned in the parable of the ten virgins looked like. Matt 25:1–5. [Also in Cultural Setting]
Banks, Ben B. “‘Feed My Sheep.’” Ensign 29 (Nov. 1999): 9–11. Retells the parable of the lost sheep to address our modern need to bring back to the fold those who are lost. Luke 15:1–7.
Bateman, Merrill J. “The Power to Heal from Within.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 13–14. Testifies of the Savior’s power to mend broken hearts and broken bodies. Includes an analysis of the parable of the ten lepers. Luke 17:12–19. [Also in Christology]
Brooks, Melvin R. Parables of the Kingdom. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1965. Provides commentary on the meaning and context of each of Jesus’ parables.
Burgess, Allan K. Be of Good Cheer. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1997. Focuses on Jesus’ teachings about happiness and joy. [Also in Teachings in General]
Carmack, John K. “Lord, Increase Our Faith.” Ensign 32 (Mar. 2002): 53–57. Addresses the early Apostles’ request for increased faith and explores the meaning of the Lord’s response to the Apostles, which includes the parable of the unprofitable servant. Luke 17:5–10. [Also in Teachings in General]
Faust, James E. “Of Seeds and Soils.” Ensign 29 (Nov. 1999): 46–48. Compares the different types of soils described in the parable of the sower to varying degrees of spiritual readiness and gives examples of each type from latter-day scripture, Church history, and personal experience. Matt. 13:4–23.
Hart, Richard K. “The Marriage Metaphor.” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 22–27. Comments on the so-called marriage metaphor found in both the Old and New Testaments, focusing on the meaning of symbols such as the betrothal, the bridegroom, the bride, the wedding, and the reconciliation. Explains how this metaphor testifies of the Lord’s love for us. Matt. 22:1–14; 25:13. [Also in Symbols]
Howard, F. Burton. “Overcoming the World.” Ensign 26 (Sept. 1996): 9–15. Warns against the problem of prosperity through the Savior’s parable of the great supper. Luke 14:16–20.
Howe, Susan. “Parables.” EM 3:1060–62. Uses a latter-day context to discuss Christ’s parables. Matt. 13:24–44; 25:1–13.
Jorgensen, B. W. “‘This Man Receiveth Sinners’: Moral Storytelling in Luke 15.” Sunstone 20 (Dec. 1997): 18–26. Analyzes the structure and effectiveness of the three parables in Luke 15.
Millet, Robert L. When a Child Wanders. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. Counsel for parents with children who stray from the gospel. Talks about the parable of the prodigal son, the parable of the lost sheep, and the parable of the lost coin. [Also in Parable of the Prodigal Son]
Oaks, Dallin H. “The Challenge to Become.” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 32–34. Touches on the parable of the laborers in the vineyard to teach that we are rewarded by the Lord not for the time we spend serving him, but for what we become during that time. Matt. 20:1–16. Also explains the meaning of the Savior’s commandment to his disciples to become converted. Matt. 18:2–4; Luke 22:32. [Also in Teachings in General]
Ogletree, Mark. “Parables of Jesus.” WBC, 111–27. Expounds on the purpose and meaning of the “parables of the lost” in Luke 15, namely, the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. [Also in Parables—Prodigal Son]
Skinner, Andrew C., and W. Jeffrey Marsh. Scriptural Parables for the Latter Days. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Commentates on the historical setting and application of the parables recorded in Matthew 13; 24; and 25. [Also in Eschatology]
Smoot, Mary Ellen. “Come, Let Us Walk in the Light of the Lord.” Ensign 28 (Nov. 1998): 89–91. Discusses specific ways in which the parable of the ten virgins, the parable of the talents, and the parable of the sheep and the goats teach us how to fill our lives with light, purpose, and direction. Matt. 25.
Top, Brent L. Living Waters: Messages for Latter-Day Disciples from the Life and Teachings of Christ. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Provides commentary on several events and teachings from the Gospels to help the modern disciple partake of the living waters offered by Christ. [Also in Teachings in General]
Parables—Good Samaritan
Ballard, M. Russell. “Doctrine of Inclusion.” Ensign 31 (Nov. 2001): 35–38. Draws on the parable of the good Samaritan to encourage love and respect among all people despite religious, political, and cultural differences. Luke 10:25–37.
Burton, H. David. “‘Go, and Do Thou Likewise.’” Ensign 27 (May 1997): 75–77. Uses the parable of the good Samaritan and stories of modern-day Samaritans to emphasize the importance of serving the needy. Luke 10:25–37. [Also in Teachings in General]
Monson, Thomas S. “The Way of the Master.” Ensign 26 (May 1996): 50–52. Discusses the encounter between Jesus and the lawyer during which Jesus related the parable of the good Samaritan. Luke 10:25–37.
Welch, John W. “The Good Samaritan: A Type and Shadow of the Plan of Salvation.” BYU Studies 38, no. 2 (1999): 50–115. Reveals how the parable of the good Samaritan is also an allegory about God’s eternal plan for the salvation of mankind. Luke 10:30–35.
Parables—Prodigal Son
Compton, Todd. “Heaven and Hell: The Parable of the Loving Father and the Judgmental Son.” Dialogue 29 (winter 1996): 31–44. Provides commentary on the meaning of the parable of the prodigal son. Luke 15:11–32.
Holland, Jeffrey R. “The Other Prodigal.” Ensign 32 (May 2002): 62–64. Comments on the parable of the prodigal son, with particular focus on the flaw of jealousy exhibited by the elder son. Luke 15:11–32.
McClellan, Richard D. “Israel as the Prodigal Son: An Allegorical Model.” In Selections from BYU Religious Education 1999 Student Symposium, 75–83. Provo, Utah: Religious Education, BYU, 2000. Argues that the parable of the prodigal son is an allegory about the tribes of Israel, with the older brother representing Judah and the younger brother symbolizing Israel, or the northern ten tribes.
Millet, Robert L. Lost and Found: Reflections on the Prodigal Son. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2001. Provides commentary on the meaning of the parable of the prodigal son and reflects on the modern applications of the parable. Luke 15:11–32.
———. When a Child Wanders. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. Counsel for parents with children who stray from the gospel. Talks about the parable of the prodigal son, the parable of the lost sheep, and the parable of the lost coin. [Also in Parables]
Ogletree, Mark. “Parables of Jesus.” WBC, 111–27. Expounds on the purpose and meaning of the “parables of the lost” in Luke 15, namely, the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the prodigal son. [Also in Parables]
Porter, Bruce D. “Redeemer of Israel.” Ensign 25 (Nov. 1995): 15–16. Testifies that each of us is a prodigal son or daughter in need of Jesus’ Atonement to permit us to come home. Parallels the elder son in the parable with Jesus. Luke 15:11–32. [Also in Christology]
Passion Week—General
Harris, Victor W. “The Final Week.” WBC, 149–65. Summarizes and testifies of the events of the Passion Week.
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel. A Lively Hope: The Suffering, Death, Resurrection, and Exaltation of Jesus Christ. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Examines individually the accounts from each Gospel of what occurred between Friday and Sunday during Christ’s final week in mortality. Provides insights on the Savior’s suffering, death, Resurrection, and exaltation.
Marsh, W. Jeffrey. His Final Hours. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Analyzes in detail the significance of the events of the Passion Week, from Jesus’ triumphal entry to his Resurrection.
Skinner, Andrew C. “Restored Light on the Savior’s Last Week in Mortality.” Ensign 29 (June 1999): 15–21. Comments on the insights provided by the JST about the events of the Savior’s final week in mortality. Matt. 21–28; Mark 11–16; Luke 19–24; John 12–20.
Passion Week—Gethsemane and Atonement
Brown, S. Kent. “Gethsemane.” EM 2:542–43. Describes Gethsemane as the place where Christ suffered the most during the Atonement.
Callister, Tad R. The Infinite Atonement. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Expounds on the infinite nature of the Atonement in God’s plan and on Christ’s unique ability to accomplish it. [Also in Christology]
Holland, Jeffrey R. “Atonement of Jesus Christ.” EM 1:82–86. Discusses the importance of the Atonement in the plan of salvation. 1 Ne. 9:7.
Madsen, Truman G. “The Suffering Servant.” RRLTJC, 223–48. Reflects on the significance and consequences of the Atonement. [Also in Christology]
Nelson, Russell M. “The Atonement.” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 33–36. Discusses the connection between the Creation, the Fall, and the Atonement in the plan of salvation. Recounts Christ’s suffering in Gethsemane and on the cross, and explores the meaning of the word “atonement.” [Also in Christology]
Nibley, Hugh W. “Assembly and Atonement.” In King Benjamin’s Speech: “That Ye May Learn Wisdom,” ed. John W. Welch and Stephen D. Ricks, 119–45. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1998. Explains ancient practices of assembly, coronation, government, shame, and coming together as civic models for the unifying influences and operations of the Atonement. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
Satterfield, Bruce. “Gethsemane and Golgotha: Why and What the Savior Suffered.” BMMFG, 173–99. Explains how the Book of Mormon clarifies the doctrine of the Atonement. [Also in Christology]
Skinner, Andrew C. Gethsemane. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Examines the four principle New Testament accounts of the Savior’s experience in the garden of Gethsemane doctrinally, culturally, and symbolically.
Thomas, Leland S. The Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Ogden, Utah: Zion’s Publishing Company, 1998. Studies the passages, principally from the New Testament, that relate to the Atonement and Resurrection. [Also in Resurrection]
Tingey, Earl C. The Atonement: Fulfilling God’s Great Plan of Happiness. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Expounds on the purpose of the Atonement and Christ’s unique ability to accomplish it. [Also in Christology]
Passion Week—Last Supper
Ellison, Mark D. “The Setting and Sacrament of the Christian Community.” SBSS 2002, 145–66. Looks at sacrament in the time of the New Testament and how it relates to our Latter-day practices. [Also in New Testament Scholarship, Teachings in General]
Hamblin, William. “Temple Motifs in John 17.” In FARMS Book of Mormon Lecture Series. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1995. Considers concepts related to the temple that are found in Jesus’ prayer recorded in John 17.
Passion Week—Trials and Crucifixion
Litchfield, W. Reid. “The Search for the Physical Cause of Jesus Christ’s Death.” BYU Studies 37, no. 4 (1997–98): 93–109. Reviews the medical merits and flaws of some of the prominent theories on the physical cause of Christ’s death.
Oaks, Merrill C. “Jesus Christ: Crucifixion of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:732–33. Describes the technique of crucifixion. Luke 23.
Robison, John C. “Crucifixion in the Roman World: The Use of Nails at the Time of Christ.” Studia Antiqua 1 (winter 2002): 25–59. Provides historical background on the practice of crucifixion.
Welch, John W. “The Factor of Fear in the Trial of Jesus.” JCSGS, 289–318. Discusses inconsistencies in the accounts of the trial of Jesus and proposes that fear of the supernatural powers of Jesus may have been a factor in the creation of these inconsistencies. Matt. 26:65; Mark 14:64; John 7:12–13; 20:19.
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall. “The Trial and Resurrection of Jesus.” CNT, section 10. Details the main parts of Christ’s trial and Resurrection. Compares the unique features of each of the Gospels. [Also in Gospels in General]
Wright, H. Curtis. “A Thing of Naught: World Judgment and the Trial of Christ.” In Things of Redeeming Worth: Scriptural Messages and World Judgments, 1–51. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2002. Commentates on the trials of Jesus and discusses popular opinions about the nature and mission of the Messiah. [Also in Christology]
Paul’s Life
Gibbons, Ted L. “Paul as a Witness of the Work of God.” SBSS 2002, 27–40. Expounds on the idea that Paul was a witness of God at all times, all things, and all places, even unto death.
Hall, John F. New Testament Witnesses of Christ: Peter, John, James and Paul. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2002. Gives historical background to the New Testament and biographies of Peter, John, James the brother of the Lord, and Paul. Acts 15. [Also in Apostle’s Lives, Cultural Setting, Peter’s Life]
Jackson, Kent P. “Scenes from Paul’s Missionary Journeys.” International Magazine (Oct. 1995). A photo essay of Paul’s missionary journies.
Schaelling, J. Philip. “Paul.” EM 3:1068–70. Outlines the life and teachings of the Apostle Paul.
Seely, David Rolph, and Jo Ann H. Seely. “Paul: Untiring Witness of Christ.” Ensign 29 (Aug. 1999): 22–29. Characterizes the Apostle Paul as a man of vision, action, and faith. Focuses on his teachings about various subjects, including the Fall, the Atonement, justification, and sanctification. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall. “Paul.” CNT, section 15. Organizes the life and practices of Paul. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General, Paul’s Teachings]
Paul’s Teachings
Brooks, Kent R. “Paul’s Inspired Teachings on Marriage.” SBSS 2002, 75–97. Discusses the idea that Paul was married, expounds on Paul’s teaching that marriage is ordained of God. 1 Cor. 7; 11; Eph. 5.
Christofferson, D. Todd. “Justification and Sanctification.” Ensign 31 (June 2001): 18–25. Expounds on the meaning of “justification” and “sanctification” and the connection of each to the Atonement. [Also in Salvation]
Condie, Spencer J. “Yielding Our Hearts to God.” BYUDFS (1994–1995): 273–82. Comments on Paul’s use of the term “prisoner of Christ.” Eph. 3:1; 4:1; 2 Tim. 1:8; Philem. 1; 9; 23.
Draper, Richard D. “New Light on Paul’s Teachings.” Ensign 29 (Sept. 1999): 22–28. Discusses the additional knowledge and clarification about the Apostle Paul’s writings available to us through the JST.
Gillum, Gary P. “Romans 11:17–24: A Bibliography of Commentaries.” In The Allegory of the Olive Tree, ed. Stephen D. Ricks and John W. Welch, 367–72. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1994. Supplies a bibliography of writings spanning two hundred years. Rom. 11:17–24.
Hales, Robert D. “Gifts of the Spirit.” Ensign 32 (Feb. 2002): 12–20. Expounds on the gifts of the Spirit listed by Paul in 1 Corinthians 12:4–10. [Also in Holy Ghost]
Hansen, J. Peter. “Paul the Apostle: Champion of the Doctrine of the Resurrection.” SBSS 2002, 13–26. Argues that resurrection was the constant theme of Paul’s preaching. Follows Paul’s conversion history, his apostleship, and his various discourses on resurrection. [Also in Resurrection]
Hardison, Amy Blake. “Unity and Atonement in Ephesians.” SBSS 2002, 114–29. Searches Paul’s teachings of unity and the ultimate goal of unity with God and Christ. [Also in Epistles of Paul and Hebrews]
Jack, Elaine L. “Grounded, Settled, and Full of Hope.” Ensign 26 (Mar. 1996): 19–21. Explains and expounds on Paul’s admonition to “continue in the faith, grounded and settled, and be not moved away from the hope of the gospel.” Col. 1:23.
Lyon, James K. “Hope.” EM 2:656–57. Comments on hope as described by Paul. 1 Cor. 13:13.
Nadauld, Stephen D. “Justification.” In Justified by Faith, 76–121. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2001. Expounds on the meaning of Romans 5:1–2, focusing on the role of faith, the process of justification, and the receipt of grace.
Packer, Boyd K. “‘Ye Are the Temple of God.’” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 72–74. Explores the implications of Paul’s description of our bodies as temples. 1 Cor. 6:19–20; 3:16–17.
Richardson, Matthew O. “Ephesians: Unfolding the Mysteries through Revelation.” SBSS 2002, 130–44. Looks at Paul’s teachings concerning mysteries and enlightenment that comes through the Spirit. [Also in Epistles of Paul and Hebrews]
Ricks, Stephen D. “The Garment of Adam in Jewish, Muslim, and Christian Tradition.” TAWRS, 705–39. Discusses the belief in and role of holy garments passed down from Adam. Gal. 3:27; Rev. 3:5; 6:9, 11; 7:13–14. [Also in Book of Revelation]
Seely, David Rolph, and Jo Ann H. Seely. “Paul: Untiring Witness of Christ.” Ensign 29 (Aug. 1999): 22–29. Characterizes the Apostle Paul as a man of vision, action, and faith. Focuses on his teachings about various subjects, including the Fall, the Atonement, justification, and sanctification. [Also in Paul’s Life]
Strathearn, Gaye. “‘Jesus Christ, and Him Crucified’ (1 Corinthians 2:2): Paul’s Testimony of Christ.” JCSGS, 340–65. Explains the basis of Paul’s ministry: the only way to understand God’s plan is to know Christ and his Atonement. Acts 26:13–14; Rom. 3:22, 26.
———. “Law and Liberty in Galatians 5–6.” SBSS 2002, 57–74. Talks about the concepts of agency and choices in Galatians. Includes historical setting for Galatians. [Also in Epistles of Paul and Hebrews]
Thomas, M. Catherine. “Hebrews: To Ascend the Holy Mount.” TAWRS, 479–91. Discusses several passages in Hebrews where Paul teaches regarding temple ordinances. [Also in Salvation]
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall. “Paul.” CNT, section 15. Organizes the teachings and speeches of Paul. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General, Paul’s Life]
Woodger, Mary Jane. “The ‘I’s’ of Corinth: Modern Problems Not New.” SBSS 2002, 41–56. Discusses problems Paul faced and their similarity to modern problems of intellectualism, inappropriate actions, immorality, insubmissiveness, indiscretion, and insecurity.
Peter’s Life
Hall, John F. New Testament Witnesses of Christ: Peter, John, James and Paul. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2002. Gives historical background to the New Testament and biographies of Peter, John, James the brother of the Lord, and Paul. Acts 15. [Also in Apostle’s Lives, Cultural Setting, Paul’s Life]
Hinckley, Gordon B. “‘And Peter Went Out and Wept Bitterly.’” Ensign 25 (Mar. 1995): 2–6. Likens Peter’s denial of the Savior and subsequent repentance to our own loss of faith and need to return to the truth. Matt. 26:31, 33–35, 69–75. [Also in Church Organization—Peter]
Johnson, Sherrie Mills. “‘Think It Not Strange concerning the Fiery Trial.’” SBSS 2002, 230–43. Relates Jesus’ wilderness trial of forty days to Peter’s wilderness experiences, as well as our own “wilderness trials.” [Also in Christology]
Skinner, Andrew C. “Peter—the Chief Apostle.” SBSS 2002, 187–219. Details Peter’s life, call, and apostolic role. [Also in Church Organization—Peter]
Post-Resurrection Appearances
Gee, John. “Jesus Christ: Forty-Day Ministry and Other Post-Resurrection Appearances of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:734–36. Discusses the occurrences during Christ’s forty-day ministry.
Morrison, Alexander B. “‘I Am the Resurrection and the Life.’” Ensign 25 (Apr. 1995): 36–43. Uses evidence from the New Testament and latter-day scripture to proclaim the reality of a physical resurrection for all and to emphasize its importance in the plan of salvation. John 11:25. [Also in Resurrection]
Religious Setting
Black, Susan Easton. “Sabbath Day Journey.” WBC, 103–10. Describes the Sabbath laws of the Jews at the time of Jesus and discusses the Savior’s view on Sabbath-day observance. [Also in Setting of Scenes, Teachings in General, Worship]
Brown, S. Kent, and Richard Neitzel Holzapfel. “The World of Jesus.” In Between the Testaments: From Malachi to Matthew, ed. S. Kent Brown and Richard Neitzel Holzapfel, 239–52. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Discussion of the cultural and religious world in the intertestamental period. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
Galbraith, David B., D. Kelly Ogden, and Andrew C. Skinner. Jerusalem, the Eternal City. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. Presents the history of Jerusalem from 2000 b.c. to the present and includes several chapters detailing the major events in Jerusalem during New Testament times. [Also in Cultural Setting, Holy Land Travels, Setting of Scenes]
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel, and David Rolph Seely. My Father’s House: Temple Worship and Symbolism in the New Testament. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994. Analyzes references to temples and temple symbols in the New Testament and provides useful information about temple worship at the time of Jesus. [Also in Setting of Scenes, Symbols, Worship]
Judd, Daniel K. “Suicide at Masada and in the World of the New Testament.” MWNT, 378–91. Outlines the historical and religious perspectives on suicide in the first century a.d.
Maxwell, Robert L. “Sacred Books: The Canon of the Hebrew Bible at the End of the First Century.” MWNT, 302–16. Discusses the possible content of the Hebrew Bible in the first century a.d. [Also in New Testament Scholarship]
Nibley, Hugh W. “Jerusalem: In Early Christianity.” MEC, 323–54. Briefly surveys the Christian interest in Jerusalem from the second and third centuries to the modern rise of the state of Israel.
Parry, Donald W., and Stephen D. Ricks, eds. The Temple in Time and Eternity. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. Discusses temple ritual and practice in biblical times. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture, Worship]
Paulsen, David L. “The Doctrine of Divine Embodiment: Restoration, Judeo-Christian, and Philosophical Perspectives.” BYU Studies 35, no. 4 (1995–96): 41–79. Presents evidence to show that both Jews at the time of Jesus and, later, early Christians believed that God had a body.
Ricks, Stephen D. “Miqvaot: Ritual Immersion Baths in Second Temple (Intertestamental) Jewish History.” MWNT, 277–86. Discusses Jewish ritual baths and their connection to Christian baptism.
Tvedtnes, John A. “The Priestly Tithe in the First Century a.d.” MWNT, 261–68. Discusses the practice of tithing under the law of Moses in Old and New Testament times.
Resurrection
Ballard, Melvin J., et al. The Gift of the Atonement: Favorite Writings on the Atonement of Jesus Christ. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Contains statements from many LDS authors, scholars, and General Authorities on the significance of the Atonement and the Resurrection. [Also in Christology]
Callister, Tad R. “Jesus Christ: Resurrection of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:733–34. Discusses Latter-day Saint beliefs concerning the Resurrection of Christ. Matt. 28:6.
Hansen, J. Peter. “Paul the Apostle: Champion of the Doctrine of the Resurrection.” SBSS 2002, 13–26. Argues that resurrection was the constant theme of Paul’s preaching. Follows Paul’s conversion history, his apostleship, and his various discourses on resurrection. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
Hinckley, Gordon B. “‘He Is Not Here, but Is Risen.’” Ensign 29 (May 1999): 70–72. Highlights events from the Savior’s mortal ministry and testifies of the surety of the Resurrection. [Also in Christology]
———. “This Glorious Easter Morn.” Ensign 26 (May 1996): 65–67. Testifies of the Atonement and Resurrection. [Also in Christology]
———. “The Victory over Death.” Ensign 27 (Apr. 1997): 2–5. Retells the story of Christ’s crucifixion and Resurrection, and witnesses of the reality of those events.
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel. “The Resurrected Lord.” RRLTJC, 249–91. Examines the Resurrection narratives from each Gospel and presents several prophetic witnesses to the reality of Christ’s Resurrection.
Matthews, Robert J. “Resurrection: The Ultimate Triumph.” JCSGS, 319–39. Discusses the meaning of the word “resurrection,” its implication in the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, and God’s interaction with physical element. Matt. 14:15–21; John 2:1–10; Luke 24; 1 Cor. 15: 55, 57.
Morrison, Alexander B. “‘I Am the Resurrection and the Life.’” Ensign 25 (Apr. 1995): 36–43. Uses evidence from the New Testament and latter-day scripture to proclaim the reality of a physical resurrection for all and to emphasize its importance in the plan of salvation. John 11:25. [Also in Post-Resurrection Appearances]
Oaks, Dallin H. “Resurrection.” Ensign 30 (May 2000): 14–16. Discusses the doctrine of resurrection and its significance for mankind as taught by the Savior.
Porter, L. Aldin. “He Is Risen.” SBSS 2002, 1–12. Explains that the dominant message of the scriptures is the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Includes explanations of the testimonies of Peter, Thomas, and Paul as well as explanations of testimonies from the Book of Mormon and modern-day leaders of the Church. [Also in Teachings in General]
Thomas, Leland S. The Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Ogden, Utah: Zion’s Publishing Company, 1998. Studies the passages, principally from the New Testament, that relate to the Atonement and Resurrection. [Also in Passion Week—Gethsemane and Atonement]
Wilson, Keith J. “The Resurrection: An Embattled Keystone.” BMMFG, 219–33. Discusses the clarity with which the Book of Mormon teaches and testifies of the Resurrection of Christ and of all humankind.
Salvation
Christofferson, D. Todd. “Justification and Sanctification.” Ensign 31 (June 2001): 18–25. Expounds on the meaning of “justification” and “sanctification” and the connection of each to the Atonement. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
———. “The Redemption of the Dead and the Testimony of Jesus.” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 9–12. Discusses the power and reach of Christ’s Atonement and Resurrection, specifically for those who have died without a knowledge of the Savior. [Also in Christology]
Doxey, Roy W. “Calling and Election.” EM 1:248. Discusses having one’s calling and election made sure as taught in Peter’s writings. 2 Pet. 1:3–10. [Also in Epistles of Peter]
Fawcett, Stanley E., and Amydee M. Fawcett. “The Great Invitation of John the Beloved.” SBSS 1998, 58–73. Explores John’s writings on faith, grace, and works as requirements for salvation. [Also in Epistles of John, Gospels in General]
Mangum, Donald P., and Brenton G. Yorgason. Amazing Grace. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1996. Explores the role of grace in Heavenly Father’s plan.
Millet, Robert L. Jesus Christ: The Only Sure Foundation. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Expounds on the nature of God’s grace offered to us through Christ. [Also in Christology, Teachings in General]
Oaks, Dallin H. “Have You Been Saved?” Ensign 28 (May 1998): 55–57. Compares and contrasts our definition of being saved with that of other Christians. Also discusses the role of grace and works, drawing heavily on the writings of Paul and latter-day scripture for support.
Ostler, Blake T. “The Gospel of Grace in the Writings of John.” SBSS 1998, 201–11. Expounds on John’s writings about grace. [Also in Gospels in General]
Thomas, M. Catherine. “Hebrews: To Ascend the Holy Mount.” TAWRS, 479–91. Discusses several passages in Hebrews where Paul teaches regarding temple ordinances. [Also in Paul’s Teachings]
Todd, Jay M. “Salvation for the Dead.” Ensign 25 (Feb. 1995): 47–51. Teaches about the significance of baptism for the dead, as taught in the New Testament and latter-day scripture.
Sermon on the Mount
Allred, Michael. “Beautiful Repentance and Attitudes.” WBC, 63–83. Explains how the steps of repentance are hidden in the Beatitudes.
Bergin, Sue. “Lord’s Prayer.” EM 2:844–45. Outlines the elements in the Lord’s Prayer. Matt. 6:9–13; Luke 11:2–4.
Brown, L. Edward. “‘Pray unto the Father in My Name.’” Ensign 27 (May 1997): 78–79. Focuses on Jesus’ use of the phrase “our Father” in his prayer during the Sermon on the Mount. Matt. 6:9.
Chamberlain, Mark D. “The Spiritual Hazards of Faultfinding.” Ensign 26 (Aug. 1996): 54–58. Discusses the reference of the Savior in the Sermon on the Mount to those who see the mote in their brother’s eye, but fail to see the beam in their own. Matt. 7:3–5.
Curtis, LeGrand R. “Perfection: A Daily Process.” Ensign 25 (July 1995): 30–34. Examines how selected teachings from the Sermon on the Mount, when understood and applied, allow us to move towards our goal of eternal perfection. Matt. 5–7.
Jacobs, Curtis. “The Sermon on the Mount.” WBC, 85–91. Examines modern applications of the higher law given by Christ in the Sermon on the Mount.
Mackay, Thomas W. “Beatitudes.” EM 1:98–99. Discusses blessings promised by Jesus during the Sermon on the Mount. Matt. 5:3–12.
Marsh, W. Jeffrey. “Prophetic Enlightenment on the Sermon on the Mount.” Ensign 29 (Jan. 1999): 15–21. Points out how the JST clarifies doctrine and restores important teachings originally given by the Savior in the Sermon on the Mount. Matt. 5–7.
Morrison, Alexander B. “Service: The Essence of True Religion.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1999–2000): 163–69. Touches on Jesus’ teachings about service and generosity. Matt. 5:44–45; 6:1–2; Luke 6:38. [Also in Teachings in General]
Nelson, Russell M. “Perfection Pending.” Ensign 25 (Nov. 1995): 86–88. Expounds on the commandment of the Savior to be perfect. Matt. 5:48.
Robertson, John S. “A Complete Look at Perfect.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1998–1999): 269–74. Examines in detail the meaning of the Savior’s admonition to be perfect and discusses how we may obey that commandment. Matt. 5:48.
Sperry, Sidney B. “The Book of Mormon and the Problem of the Sermon on the Mount.” In Our Book of Mormon, 178–90. Salt Lake City: Stevens and Wallis, 1947. Reprinted in Journal of Book of Mormon Studies 4 (spring 1995): 153–65. Discusses the insights gained from a comparison of Jesus’ sermons in Matthew 5–7 and 3 Nephi 12–14.
Updegraff, Robert Timothy. “Sermon on the Mount.” EM 3:1298–99. Compares the Sermon on the Mount with the sermon given by Christ in 3 Nephi 12–14 and Matthew 5–7.
Welch, John W. Illuminating the Sermon at the Temple and Sermon on the Mount: An Approach to 3 Nephi 11–18 and Matthew 5–7. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. Updated edition of The Sermon at the Temple and the Sermon on the Mount with a new chapter on ritual.
———. “Two Notes on the Lord’s Prayer.” Insights (June 1996): 2. Reprinted in Pressing Forward with the Book of Mormon: The FARMS Updates of the 1990s. Ed. John W. Welch and Melvin J. Thorne, 228–30. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. Gives reason for the variations in the four scriptural accounts of the Lord’s Prayer. Matt. 6; JST—Matt. 6; Luke 11; 3 Ne. 13.
Wells, Robert E. “Peace on Earth.” Ensign 31 (Sept. 2001): 30–31. Focuses, with modern illustrations, on the beatitude about peace and peacemakers. Matt. 5:9.
Setting of Scenes
Black, Susan Easton. “Sabbath Day Journey.” WBC, 103–10. Describes the Sabbath laws of the Jews at the time of Jesus and discusses the Savior’s view on Sabbath-day observance. [Also in Religious Setting, Teachings in General, Worship]
Galbraith, David B., D. Kelly Ogden, and Andrew C. Skinner. Jerusalem, the Eternal City. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. Presents the history of Jerusalem from 2000 b.c. to the present and includes several chapters detailing the major events in Jerusalem during New Testament times. [Also in Cultural Setting, Holy Land Travels, Religious Setting]
“The Holy Land: A Premodern Photo Tour.” BYU Studies 37, no. 4 (1997–98): 65–92. Presents a series of photographs, taken near the end of the nineteenth century, featuring rare vistas from Jerusalem and Palestine.
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel, and David Rolph Seely. My Father’s House: Temple Worship and Symbolism in the New Testament. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994. Analyzes references to temples and temple symbols in the New Testament and provides useful information about temple worship at the time of Jesus. [Also in Religious Setting, Symbols, Worship]
Jackson, Kent P. “Scenes from Early Christian History.” In The Disciple as Scholar: Essays on Scripture and the Ancient World in Honor of Richard Lloyd Anderson, ed. Stephen D. Ricks, Donald W. Parry, and Andrew H. Hedges, 455–69. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 2000. Presents photographs relating to New Testament stories and gives background information for each photograph.
Ostler, Craig J. “The Lands of the Gospel of John.” SBSS 1998, 212–35. Examines several places mentioned by John in his writings. [Also in Holy Land Travels]
Proctor, Maurine Jensen, and Scott Facer Proctor. Source of the Light: A Witness and Testimony of Jesus Christ, the Savior and Redeemer of All. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1992. Contains numerous photographs of the Holy Land with explanations of what occurred there during Jesus’ mortal ministry. [Also in Holy Land Travels]
Skinner, Andrew C. “A Historical Sketch of Galilee.” MWNT, 113–25. Examines the history of Galilee during Old Testament, Hellenistic, and New Testament times.
Telford, John, and Susan Easton Black. In the Footsteps of Jesus: Images of the Holy Land. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 1999. Contains photographs of the places mentioned in the Gospels along with explanations of what occurred there. [Also in Holy Land Travels]
Symbols
Brough, Monte J. “Between Two Gardens: The Law of Sacrifice.” BYUDFS (1995–1996): 157–65. Connects the Garden of Eden with the events of Gethsemane through the law of sacrifice. Examines how we are to live the law of sacrifice today. [Also in Teachings in General]
Burton, H. David. “The Living Water of Jesus Christ.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1999–2000): 113–22. Expounds on the meaning of Jesus’ offer of living water to the Samaritan woman at the well. John 4:7, 9–15. [Also in Teachings in General]
Hart, Richard K. “The Marriage Metaphor.” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 22–27. Comments on the so-called marriage metaphor found in both the Old and New Testaments, focusing on the meaning of symbols such as the betrothal, the bridegroom, the bride, the wedding, and the reconciliation. Explains how this metaphor testifies of the Lord’s love for us. Matt. 22:1–14; 25:13. [Also in Parables]
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel, and David Rolph Seely. My Father’s House: Temple Worship and Symbolism in the New Testament. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994. Analyzes references to temples and temple symbols in the New Testament and provides useful information about temple worship at the time of Jesus. [Also in Religious Setting, Setting of Scenes, Worship]
Johnson, Sherrie. “Tasting the Bread of Life.” Ensign 28 (Dec. 1998): 47–48. Draws on personal experience from a visit to Bethlehem to testify that Jesus is the bread that can forever satisfy our spiritual hunger. Also explains the symbolism of the shepherds, sheep, gold, frankincense, and myrrh. John 6:35, 58. [Also in Birth, Christology]
Ricks, Stephen D. “The Law of Sacrifice.” Ensign 28 (June 1998): 25–29. Explains how Mosaic sacrifice in the Old Testament foreshadowed the Savior’s Atonement. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
Tvedtnes, John A. “Temple Prayer in Ancient Times.” TTE, 79–98. Explains how various aspects of the Israelite temple prayer were symbols of Jesus Christ. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture, Worship]
Valletta, Thomas R. “The True Bread of Life.” Ensign 29 (Mar. 1999): 7–13. Parallels the Savior’s sermon on the bread of life with the Exodus of Israel from Egypt. John 6. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
Wirthlin, Joseph B. “Living Water to Quench Spiritual Thirst.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 18–20. Suggests how one may obtain the “living water” spoken of by Jesus to the Samarian woman at the well. John 4:9–15. [Also in Ministry]
Teachings in General
Ball, Terry B. “The Final Judgment.” BMMFG, 1–18. Examines the timing, process, and criteria of the final Judgment as taught in the Gospels and Book of Mormon.
Ballard, M. Russell. “The Peaceable Things of the Kingdom.” Ensign 32 (May 2002): 87–89. Testifies of the Savior’s power to bring peace to our troubled lives just as he brought calm to the stormy waters of the Sea of Galilee. Mark 4:37–41. [Also in Miracles]
Black, Susan Easton. “Sabbath Day Journey.” WBC, 103–10. Describes the Sabbath laws of the Jews at the time of Jesus and discusses the Savior’s view on Sabbath-day observance. [Also in Religious Setting, Setting of Scenes, Worship]
Brough, Monte J. “Between Two Gardens: The Law of Sacrifice.” BYUDFS (1995–1996): 157–65. Connects the Garden of Eden with the events of Gethsemane through the law of sacrifice. Examines how we are to live the law of sacrifice today. [Also in Symbols]
Burgess, Allan K. Be of Good Cheer. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1997. Focuses on Jesus’ teachings about happiness and joy. [Also in Parables]
Burton, H. David. “‘Go, and Do Thou Likewise.’” Ensign 27 (May 1997): 75–77. Uses the parable of the good Samaritan and stories of modern-day Samaritans to emphasize the importance of serving the needy. Luke 10:25–37. [Also in Parables—Good Samaritan]
———. “The Living Water of Jesus Christ.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1999–2000): 113–22. Expounds on the meaning of Jesus’ offer of living water to the Samaritan woman at the well. John 4:7, 9–15. [Also in Symbols]
Carmack, John K. “Lord, Increase Our Faith.” Ensign 32 (Mar. 2002): 53–57. Addresses the early Apostles’ request for increased faith and explores the meaning of the Lord’s response to the Apostles, which includes the parable of the unprofitable servant. Luke 17:5–10. [Also in Parables]
Christy, Howard A. “The Great Commandment: Principle or Platitude?” Religious Educator 3, no. 1 (2002): 71–86. Discusses preeminence, universality, and love in reference to the first and great commandment. Matthew 22:37–38. [Also in Gospels in General]
Clayton, L. Whitney. “‘Help Thou Mine Unbelief.’” Ensign 31 (Nov. 2001): 28–29. Expounds on the modern application of the episode in which a desperate man pled with Jesus to “help [his] unbelief.” Mark 9:24.
Covey, Stephen R. “The Abundant Life in Christ.” RRLTJC, 73–122. Examines the mortal existence of the Savior to show how a person may obtain the “abundant life” of which Jesus spoke in John 10:10.
Cramer, Steven A. Draw Near unto Me. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2001. Comments on questions posed in the scriptures either by the Lord or to the Lord, including several from the Gospels.
Edgley, Richard C. “The Condescension of God.” Ensign 31 (Dec. 2001): 16–21. Discusses the meaning of “condescension” and its application to Jesus’ mortal life. Suggests how we may also condescend through service. [Also in Christology]
Ellison, Mark D. “The Setting and Sacrament of the Christian Community.” SBSS 2002, 145–66. Looks at sacrament in the time of the New Testament and how it relates to our latter-day practices. [Also in New Testament Scholarship, Passion Week—Last Supper]
Eyring, Henry B. “‘Feed My Lambs.’” Ensign 27 (Nov. 1997): 82–84. Restates the Lord’s admonition to Peter to “feed [his] lambs” and suggests how we may follow that admonition. John 21:15.
Faust, James E. “The Price of Discipleship.” Ensign 29 (Apr. 1999): 2–4. Discusses what it means to follow the Savior’s admonition to carry the cross. Luke 9:23; 14:27.
———. “‘Woman, Why Weepest Thou?’” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 52–54. Explains how a firm belief in the Resurrection and the Atonement described in the Gospels can help us overcome trials with courage, understanding, and purpose. John 20:15. [Also in Christology]
Firmage, Edwin Brown. “Violence and the Gospel: The Teachings of the Old Testament, the New Testament, and the Book of Mormon.” BYU Studies 25, no. 1 (1985): 31–53. Examines the teachings of Christ on force and violence.
Flinders, Neil J. “The Key of Knowledge.” BMMFG, 19–31. Uses the Book of Mormon and the JST to show that the “key of knowledge” mentioned in Luke 11:52 is revelation. Discusses the importance of heeding revelation from the Lord through his servants.
Fronk, Camille. “The Cost of True Discipleship.” In The Arms of His Love: Talks from the 1999 Women’s Conference, 56–73. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. Dissects the Savior’s statement in Matthew 11:28–30 to reveal the requirements and blessings of discipleship.
———. “‘Submit Yourselves as unto the Lord.’” SBSS 2002, 98–113. Focuses on the place of women in Paul’s day, cultural background, submissiveness in women, Jesus as the perfect leader, men as leaders, and honoring men’s and women’s specific responsibilities. [Also in Cultural Settings, Women]
Hales, Robert D. “‘If Thou Wilt Enter into Life, Keep the Commandments.’” Ensign 26 (May 1996): 35–37. Explores the significance of the Savior’s admonition to keep the commandments. Matt. 19:17.
———. “That Ye May Be Children of Light.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1996–1997): 63–72. Expounds on the Savior’s references to light in the Gospels and other scripture.
———. “‘When Thou Art Converted, Strengthen Thy Brethren.’” Ensign 27 (May 1997): 80–83. Elaborates on the Savior’s counsel to Peter to become converted and to then help others do the same. Luke 22:31–32.
Hansen, H. Reese. “We Are to Love God and Our Neighbors.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1996–1997): 219–27. Focuses on the Savior’s teachings about love and on our need to show Christlike love to God and man. Matt. 5:39–44; Luke 10:25–28; John 15:9–13.
Harper, James M. “Seventy Times Seven.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1996–1997): 289–97. Examines the modern significance of Jesus’ teachings on forgiveness. Matt. 18:21–22; Mark 11:25–26.
Holland, Jeffrey R. “Come unto Me.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1996–1997): 187–95. Reprinted in Ensign 28 (Apr. 1998): 16–23. Expounds on the personal applications of the Savior’s invitation to come unto him and find rest, as recorded in Matthew 11:28–30.
———. “‘An High Priest of Good Things to Come.’” Ensign 29 (Nov. 1999): 36–38. Testifies that Christ’s atoning sacrifice is a promise of hope for the suffering. Heb. 8:6; 9:11. [Also in Christology]
Jensen, Jay E. “Little Children and the Gospel.” Ensign 29 (Jan. 1999): 30–37. Discusses Jesus’ love for children as illustrated in the Gospels. Exhorts us to be childlike in our purity and faith and outlines the responsibility of parents to teach children gospel principles. Matt. 19:14.
Judd, Daniel K. “A Scriptural Comparison concerning Anger: 3 Nephi 12:22 and Matthew 5:22.” BMMFG, 57–76. Examines the morality of anger by focusing on alternative translations of KJV Matthew 5:22 and on Christ’s cleansing of the temple. [Also in Christology]
Largey, Dennis L. “Hell, Second Death, Lake of Fire and Brimstone, and Outer Darkness.” BMMFG, 77–89. Discusses the insights provided by the Book of Mormon on the New Testament references to hell, second death, fire and brimstone, and outer darkness.
Madsen, Ann N. “Taught at the Feet of Jesus.” RRLTJC, 39–71. Explains, largely through accounts from the Gospels, how, what, and to whom Jesus teaches. [Also in Teaching Techniques]
Madsen, John M. “Eternal Life through Jesus Christ.” Ensign 32 (May 2002): 78–79. Elaborates on the question posed by the rich young man to the Savior in Matthew 19:16: “Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life?” Matt. 19:16–17; John 17:3.
Maxwell, Neal A. “Becoming a Disciple.” Ensign 26 (June 1996): 12–19. Discusses how becoming a disciple involves taking Jesus’ yoke upon them, as the Savior taught in Matthew 11:29.
———. “Deny Yourselves of All Ungodliness.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 66–68. Elaborates on what it means for a disciple to “deny himself and take up his cross” as the Savior counseled in Luke 9:23.
McConkie, Joseph Fielding. “False Christs.” In Watch and Be Ready: Preparing for the Second Coming of the Lord, 39–62. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1994. Repeats Jesus’ warning about “false Christs” and discusses the destructive role of “false Christs” since the Savior’s ministry. JS–M 1:6, 21–22. [Also in Eschatology]
Miller, Harold L., Jr. “The Improbability of the New Commandment.” SBSS 1998, 155–66. Discusses the context and meaning of Jesus’ commandment, recorded by John, to his Apostles that they love one another as he had loved them. John 13:34.
Millet, Robert L. An Eye Single to the Glory of God: Reflections on the Cost of Discipleship. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1991. Uses episodes from the Savior’s mortal ministry to discuss the call, cost, and fruits of discipleship.
———. Jesus Christ: The Only Sure Foundation. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. Expounds on the nature of God’s grace offered to us through Christ. [Also in Christology, Salvation]
Morrison, Alexander B. “‘Come and See.’” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 12–13. Elaborates on the full significance of the Savior’s invitation to his disciples to “come and see.” John 1:38–39.
Morrison, Alexander B. “Service: The Essence of True Religion.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1999–2000): 163–69. Touches on Jesus’ teachings about service and generosity. Matt. 5:44–45; 6:1–2; Luke 6:38. [Also in Sermon on the Mount]
Oaks, Dallin H. “The Challenge to Become.” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 32–34. Touches on the parable of the laborers in the vineyard to teach that we are rewarded by the Lord not for the time we spend serving him, but for what we become during that time. Matt. 20:1–16. Also explains the meaning of the Savior’s commandment to his disciples to become converted. Matt. 18:2–4; Luke 22:32. [Also in Parables]
———. “Judge Not and Judging.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1997–1998): 173–81. Reprinted in Ensign 29 (Aug. 1999): 7–13. Analyzes passages about judgment in the Gospels and latter-day scripture. Discusses principles and guidelines for making righteous judgment.
———. “Weightier Matters.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1998–1999): 147–53. Reprinted in Ensign 31 (Jan. 2001): 13–17. Elaborates on the Savior’s comment to the Pharisees about the “weightier matters of the law,” which include faith, love of God, obedience to his commandments, and unity in his work. Matt. 23:23.
Orton, Robert F. “‘The First and Great Commandment.’” Ensign 31 (Nov. 2001): 81–82. Testifies of the significance of the Savior’s commandment to love one’s neighbor. Matt. 22:37–40.
Patch, Robert C. “New Testament.” EM 3:1011–14. Outlines the contents of the New Testament.
Porter, L. Aldin. “He Is Risen.” SBSS 2002, 1–12. Explains that the dominant message of the scriptures is the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. Includes explanations of the testimonies of Peter, Thomas, and Paul as well as explanations of testimonies from the Book of Mormon and modern-day leaders of the Church. [Also in Resurrection]
Reeve, Rex C., Jr. “Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.” BMMFG, 159–71. Shows how the Book of Mormon supplements the Gospels in describing the importance of developing faith in Christ.
Samuelson, Cecil O. “To Fulfill All Righteousness.” BYUDFS (1994–1995): 249–55. Elaborates on the meaning of the phrase “to fulfill all righteousness,” used by the Savior following his baptism. Matt. 3:15.
Stendahl, Krister. “Baptism for the Dead: Ancient Sources.” EM 1:97. Discusses baptism for the dead in the New Testament. 1 Cor. 15:29.
Strathearn, Gaye. “Reflections on Discipleship.” BYUDFS (1995–1996): 277–85. Uses examples from the life and ministry of the Savior to show the cost required of those who wish to follow him. [Also in Exemplary Life]
Top, Brent L. Living Waters: Messages for Latter-day Disciples from the Life and Teachings of Christ. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. Provides commentary on several events and teachings from the Gospels to help the modern disciple partake of the living waters offered by Christ. [Also in Parables]
———. Lord, I Would Follow Thee. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1996. Discusses what is required of the modern disciple to better follow the Savior’s commandments and example.
Top, Brent L. “Spiritual Rebirth: Have Ye Been Born of God?” BMMFG, 201–17. Teaches the concept of spiritual rebirth from Book of Mormon and New Testament perspectives. John 3:3–8.
Underwood, Grant. “The ‘Same’ Organization That Existed in the Primitive Church.” SBSS 2002, 167–86. Clarifies the meanings of the primitive church, apostles, prophets, pastors, teachers, and evangelists in Article of Faith 6. [Also in Church Organization—The Apostles in General]
Valletta, Thomas R. “John’s Testimony of the Bread of Life.” In The Lord of the Gospels: The 1990 Sperry Symposium on the New Testament, ed. Bruce A. Van Orden and Brent L. Top, 173–89. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1991. Portrays the discourse of the bread of life in John 6 and the events surrounding it as a reflection of John’s testimony, expressed with a fondness for symbolism. [Also in Christology]
Welch, John W., and John F. Hall. “Doctrine and Practice.” CNT, section 12. Displays New Testament beliefs, including the nature of the Father, Son, and Holy Ghost; the offices of the Priesthood; and the duties of an early Christian bishop. [Also in Acts through Revelation in General]
———. “The Teachings of Jesus.” CNT, section 9. Explicates the lessons and teachings of Jesus. [Also in Gospels in General]
Wirthlin, Joseph B. “‘Follow Me.’” Ensign 32 (May 2002): 15–17. Recounts the story of Peter, Andrew, James, and John, who left their nets to follow the Savior. Asks if we are willing to do the same. Matt. 4:18–22.
Teaching Techniques
Madsen, Ann N. “Taught at the Feet of Jesus.” RRLTJC, 39–71. Explains, largely through accounts from the Gospels, how, what, and to whom Jesus teaches. [Also in Teachings in General]
Richardson, Matthew O. “Jesus: The Unorthodox Teacher.” JCSGS, 227–50. Describes Jesus as a teacher and shows how he was different from other teachers at this time. Matthew 4:23; 7:29; John 3. [Also in Christology]
Temptation
Ogletree, Mark. “Jesus Christ: Our Model in Overcoming Temptation.” WBC, 43–62. Examines the lessons taught by Christ as he overcame the temptations of Satan described in Matthew 4.
Strathearn, Gaye. “Jesus’ Use of Deuteronomy in the Temptations.” SBSS 2001, 114–27. Discusses why Christ used scripture from the book of Deuteronomy to rebuke Satan and to refuse his temptations. Matt. 4.
Wood, Robert S. “On the Responsible Self.” Ensign 32 (Mar. 2002): 27–31. Draws on Matthew’s account of the temptations of Jesus to teach that we must assume personal responsibility for our actions if we desire to have true freedom. Matt. 4:1–11.
Women
Brown, S. Kent. Mary and Elisabeth: Noble Daughters of God. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2002. Places Mary and Elisabeth among the obedient, exemplary daughters of God. Uncovers what can be known about these two women from all of scripture.
Compton, Todd. “Was Jesus a Feminist?” Dialogue 32 (winter 1999): 1–17. Uses examples from the Gospels to argue that Jesus was a feminist. [Also in Christology]
Fronk, Camille. “‘Submit Yourselves as unto the Lord.’” SBSS 2002, 98–113. Focuses on the place of women in Paul’s day, cultural background, submissiveness in women, Jesus as the perfect leader, men as leaders, and honoring men’s and women’s specific responsibilities. [Also in Cultural Settings, Teachings in General]
Holzapfel, Jeni Broberg, and Richard Neitzel Holzapfel. Sisters at the Well: Women and the Life and Teachings of Jesus. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1993. Commentates on the references to women in the Gospels and provides information on the state of women in Greco-Roman and Jewish society at the time of Jesus.
Lund, Robert E. “Women in the Writings of John.” SBSS 1998, 125–40. Commentates on the passages in John’s Gospel that involve women. John 2:1–11; 4:4–30, 39–42; 8:1–11; 11:1–46; 12:1–8; 19:25–27; 20:1–18.
Worship
Black, Susan Easton. “Sabbath Day Journey.” WBC, 103–10. Describes the Sabbath laws of the Jews at the time of Jesus and discusses the Savior’s view on Sabbath-day observance. [Also in Religious Setting, Setting of Scenes, Teachings in General]
Fowles, John L. “The Jewish Lectionary and Book of Mormon Prophecy.” Journal of Book of Mormon Studies 3 (fall 1994): 118–22. Discusses the reading of the Law and Prophets in Jewish synagogues during New Testament times and explores the connection between Jesus’ “other sheep” prophecy and the Feast of Dedication. Luke 4:16–21; John 10:16. [Also in Festivals, Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture]
Hales, Robert D. “In Remembrance of Jesus.” Ensign 27 (Nov. 1997): 24–26. Focuses on Christ’s institution of the sacrament and expounds on the sacramental covenant to always remember the Savior. Luke 22:19; 1 Cor. 11:23–24. [Also in Ordinances]
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel, and David Rolph Seely. My Father’s House: Temple Worship and Symbolism in the New Testament. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994. Analyzes references to temples and temple symbols in the New Testament and provides useful information about temple worship at the time of Jesus. [Also in Religious Setting, Setting of Scenes, Symbols]
Nibley, Hugh W. Temple and Cosmos: Beyond This Ignorant Present. Ed. Don E. Norton. Provo, Utah: FARMS; Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1992. Discusses in detail some of the religious practices and beliefs of the early Christians, particularly in reference to the temple.
Parry, Donald W., and Stephen D. Ricks, eds. The Temple in Time and Eternity. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. Discusses temple ritual and practice in biblical times. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture, Religious Setting]
Tvedtnes, John A. “Temple Prayer in Ancient Times.” TTE, 79–98. Explains how various aspects of the Israelite temple prayer were symbols of Jesus Christ. [Also in Jewish Backgrounds—Old Testament—Culture, Symbols]
Wilson, E. Jan. “The Masada Synagogue and Its Relationship to Jewish Worship during the Second Temple Period.” MWNT, 269–76. Traces the development of the synagogue as part of Jewish worship.
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Carmack, Noel A. “Images of Christ in Latter-day Saint Visual Culture, 1900–1999.” BYU Studies 39, no. 3 (2000): 18–76. [Christology]
Chamberlain, Mark D. “The Spiritual Hazards of Faultfinding.” Ensign 26 (Aug. 1996): 54–58. [Sermon on the Mount]
Christofferson, D. Todd. “Justification and Sanctification.” Ensign 31 (June 2001): 18–25. [Paul’s Teachings, Salvation]
———. “The Redemption of the Dead and the Testimony of Jesus.” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 9–12. [Christology, Salvation]
Christensen, James C. “That’s Not My Jesus: An Artist’s Personal Perspective on Images of Christ.” BYU Studies 39, no. 3 (2000): 9–17. [Christology]
Christy, Howard A. “The Great Commandment: Principle or Platitude?” Religious Educator 3, no. 1 (2002): 71–86. [Gospels in General, Teachings in General]
Claybaugh, Jonn D. “As Flaming Fire and a Ministering Angel.” Ensign 29 (Oct. 1999): 54–60. [Church Organization—John the Apostle]
———. “What the Latter-day Scriptures Teach about John the Beloved.” SBSS 1998, 16–35. [Church Organization—John the Apostle]
Clayton, L. Whitney. “‘Help Thou Mine Unbelief.’” Ensign 31 (Nov. 2001): 28–29. [Teachings in General]
Cloward, Robert A. “Lost Scripture.” EM 2:845–46. [Apocrypha]
Compton, Todd M. “Apostasy.” EM 1:56–58. [Apostasy]
———. “The Handclasp and Embrace as Tokens of Recognition.” In By Study and Also by Faith, ed. John M. Lundquist and Stephen D. Ricks, 1:611–42. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book and FARMS, 1990. [Ordinances]
———. “Heaven and Hell: The Parable of the Loving Father and the Judgmental Son.” Dialogue 29 (winter 1996): 31–44. [Parables—Prodigal Son]
———. “Was Jesus a Feminist?” Dialogue 32 (winter 1999): 1–17. [Christology, Women]
Condie, Spencer J. “Yielding Our Hearts to God.” BYUDFS (1994–1995): 273–82. [Paul’s Teachings]
Cornish, J. Devin. “Learning How the Atonement Can Change You.” Ensign 32 (Apr. 2002): 20–23. [Christology]
Covenants, Prophecies, and Hymns of the Old Testament, Thirtieth Annual Sidney B. Sperry Symposium. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2001. [Jewish Backgrounds]
Covey, Stephen R. “The Abundant Life in Christ.” RRLTJC, 73–122. [Teachings in General]
Cramer, Steven A. Draw Near unto Me. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2001. [Teachings in General]
Crowther, Duane S. The Gospel Rolls Forth: New Testament Events from Acts through Revelation. Bountiful, Utah: Horizon Publishers, 1999. [Acts through Revelation in General]
———. Jesus of Nazareth, Savior and King. Bountiful, Utah: Horizon Publishers, 1999. [Gospels in General]
Curtis, LeGrand R. “Perfection: A Daily Process.” Ensign 25 (July 1995): 30–34. [Sermon on the Mount]
Dahl, Larry E. “‘The Morning Breaks, the Shadows Flee.’” Ensign 27 (Apr. 1997): 12–19. [Christology]
Dana, Bruce E. Mary, Mother of Jesus. Springville, Utah: CFI Books, 2001. [Mary]
Davies, Douglas J. “Gethsemane and Calvary in LDS Soteriology.” Dialogue 34 (fall-winter 2001): 19–29.
DeBloois, Nanci. “Coins in the New Testament.” MWNT, 239–51. [Cultural Setting]
Doxey, Roy W. “Calling and Election.” EM 1:248. [Epistles of Peter, Salvation]
Draper, Richard D. “The Apocalyptic Witness of the Messiah.” SBSS 1998, 36–57. [Book of Revelation]
———. “Hebrews, Epistle to the.” EM 2:581–83. [Epistles of Paul and Hebrews]
———. “Judah between the Testaments.” Ensign 12 (Oct. 1982): 36–41. [Jewish Backgrounds, Jewish Sectarians]
———. “The Message behind the Passive Voice in the Book of Revelation.” JCSGS, 366–88. [Book of Revelation]
———. “New Light on Paul’s Teachings.” Ensign 29 (Sept. 1999): 22–28. [Paul’s Teachings]
———. The Savior’s Prophecies: From the Fall of Jerusalem to the Second Coming. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2001. [Eschatology]
Duckwitz, Norbert H. O. Reading the Gospel of St. John in Greek: A Beginning. New York: Caratzas, 2002. [Gospels in General]
Dunn, Loren C. “Fire and the Holy Ghost.” Ensign 25 (June 1995): 22–26. [Holy Ghost]
Edgley, Richard C. “The Condescension of God.” Ensign 31 (Dec. 2001): 16–21. [Christology, Teachings in General]
Ellison, Mark D. “The Setting and Sacrament of the Christian Community.” SBSS 2002, 145–66. [New Testament Scholarship, Passion Week—Last Supper, Teachings in General]
Eyring, Henry B. “‘Feed My Lambs.’” Ensign 27 (Nov. 1997): 82–84. [Teachings in General]
Farley, S. Brent. “The Condescension of the Lamb of God.” JCSGS, 101–21. [Christology]
Faulconer, James E. Romans 1: Notes and Reflections. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1999. [Epistles of Paul and Hebrews]
Faust, James E. “The Atonement: Our Greatest Hope.” Ensign 31 (Nov. 2001): 18–20. [Christology]
———. “Born Again.” Ensign 31 (May 2001): 54–55, 58. [Baptism]
———. “Gratitude as a Saving Principle.” Ensign 26 (Dec. 1996): 2–6. [Ministry]
———. “Of Seeds and Soils.” Ensign 29 (Nov. 1999): 46–48. [Parables]
———. “The Price of Discipleship.” Ensign 29 (Apr. 1999): 2–4. [Teachings in General]
———. “‘Woman, Why Weepest Thou?’” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 52–54. [Christology, Teachings in General]
Fawcett, Stanley E., and Amydee M. Fawcett. “The Great Invitation of John the Beloved.” SBSS 1998, 58–73. [Epistles of John, Gospels in General, Salvation]
Featherstone, Vaughn J. The Incomparable Christ: Our Master and Model. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1995. [Exemplary Life]
Firmage, Edwin Brown. “Violence and the Gospel: The Teachings of the Old Testament, the New Testament, and the Book of Mormon.” BYU Studies 25, no. 1 (1985): 31–53. [Teachings in General]
Flinders, Neil J. “The Key of Knowledge.” BMMFG, 19–31. [Teachings in General]
Fowles, John L. “The Jewish Lectionary and Book of Mormon Prophecy.” Journal of Book of Mormon Studies 3 (fall 1994): 118–22. [Festivals, Jewish Backgrounds, Worship]
Fowles, John L. “John’s Prophetic Vision of God and the Lamb.” SBSS 1998, 74–82. [Book of Revelation]
Fronk, Camille. “The Cost of True Discipleship.” In The Arms of His Love: Talks from the 1999 Women’s Conference, 56–73. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. [Teachings in General]
———. “The Great Exemplar.” RRLTJC, 123–76. [Christology, Exemplary Life]
———. “Mary, Mother of Jesus.” EM 2:863–64. [Mary, Mother of Jesus]
———. “‘Submit Yourselves as unto the Lord.’” SBSS 2002, 98–113. [Cultural Settings, Teachings in General, Women]
Galbraith, David B., D. Kelly Ogden, and Andrew C. Skinner. Jerusalem, the Eternal City. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. [Cultural Setting, Holy Land Travels, Religious Setting, Setting of Scenes]
Garrett, H. Dean. “The Priesthood.” BMMFG, 33–44. [Foreordination, Ordinances]
Garrison, James V. “Casting Stones: Ballista, Stones as Weapons, and Death by Stoning.” MWNT, 350–62. [Cultural Setting]
Gee, John. “Jesus Christ: Forty-Day Ministry and Other Post-Resurrection Appearances of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:734–36. [Post-Resurrection Appearances]
Gee, John, and Daniel C. Peterson. “Graft and Corruption: On Olives and Olive Culture in the Pre-Modern Mediterranean.” In The Allegory of the Olive Tree, ed. Stephen D. Ricks and John W. Welch, 186–247. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1994 . [Jewish Backgrounds]
Gibbons, Ted L. “Paul as a Witness of the Work of God.” SBSS 2002, 27–40. [Paul’s Life]
Gillum, Gary P. “Bible Dictionary.” EM 1:111–12. [New Testament Scholarship]
———. “Christology.” EM 1:272–73. [Christology]
———. “Romans 11:17–24: A Bibliography of Commentaries.” In The Allegory of the Olive Tree, ed. Stephen D. Ricks and John W. Welch, 367–72. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1994. [Paul’s Teachings]
Griggs, C. Wilfred. “Apocalyptic Texts.” EM 1:54. [Eschatology]
———. “Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha.” EM 1:55–56. [Apocrypha]
———. “John the Beloved.” EM 2:757–58. [Apostles’ Lives]
Hales, Robert D. “The Covenant of Baptism: To Be in the Kingdom and of the Kingdom.” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 6–9. [Baptism]
———. “Gifts of the Spirit.” Ensign 32 (Feb. 2002): 12–20. [Holy Ghost, Paul’s Teachings]
———. “‘If Thou Wilt Enter into Life, Keep the Commandments.”’ Ensign 26 (May 1996): 35–37. [Teachings in General]
———. “In Remembrance of Jesus.” Ensign 27 (Nov. 1997): 24–26. [Ordinances, Worship]
———. “That Ye May Be Children of Light.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1996–1997): 63–72. [Teachings in General]
———. “‘When Thou Art Converted, Strengthen Thy Brethren.’” Ensign 27 (May 1997): 80–83. [Teachings in General]
Hall, John F. “April 6.” EM 1:61–62. [Birth]
———. New Testament Witnesses of Christ: Peter, John, James and Paul. American Fork, Utah: Covenant Communications, 2002. [Apostles’ Lives, Cultural Setting, Paul’s Life, Peter’s Life]
Hall, John F. “Peter.” EM 3:1077–79. [Peter’s Life]
———. “The Roman Province of Judea: A Historical Overview.” MWNT, 319–36. [Cultural Setting]
Hall, John F., and John W. Welch, eds. Masada and the World of the New Testament. Provo, Utah: BYU Studies, 1997. [New Testament Scholarship]
Hamblin, William. “Aspects of an Early Christian Initiation Ritual.”In By Study and Also by Faith, ed. John M. Lundquist and Stephen D. Ricks, 1:202–21. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1990. [Apostasy, Ordinances]
———. “Temple Motifs in John 17.” In FARMS Book of Mormon Lecture Series. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1995. [Passion Week—Last Supper]
Hamblin, William J. “The Roman Army in the First Century.” MWNT, 337–49. [Cultural Setting]
Hansen, H. Reese. “We Are to Love God and Our Neighbors.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1996–1997): 219–27. [Teachings in General]
Hansen, J. Peter. “Paul the Apostle: Champion of the Doctrine of the Resurrection.” SBSS 2002, 13–26. [Paul’s Teachings, Resurrection]
Hardison, Amy Blake. “Unity and Atonement in Ephesians.” SBSS 2002, 114–29. [Epistles of Paul and Hebrews, Paul’s Teachings]
Harper, James M. “Seventy Times Seven.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1996–1997): 289–97. [Teachings in General]
Harris, Victor W. “The Final Week.” WBC, 149–65. [Passion Week—General]
———. “Jesus’ Youth and Baptism.” WBC, 29–42. [Baptism, Childhood]
Hart, Richard K. “The Marriage Metaphor.” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 22–27. [Parables, Symbols]
Hauglid, Brian M. “‘As the Body without the Spirit’: James’s Epistle on Faith and Works.” SBSS 2002, 276–89. [Epistle of James]
Heap, Norman L. The Redeemer of Israel. Walnut Creek, Calif.: Excel Books, 1995. [Gospels in General]
Hedges, Andrew H. “John’s Revelation and the Restoration of the Gospel.” SBSS 1998, 83–93. [Book of Revelation]
Hemingway, Don. Follow Me: A Scriptural Story of Jesus of Nazareth. Springville, Utah: Bonneville Books, 1998. [Gospels in General]
Hinckley, Gordon B. “‘He Is Not Here, but Is Risen.’” Ensign 29 (May 1999): 70–72. [Christology, Resurrection]
———. “‘And Peter Went Out and Wept Bitterly.’” Ensign 25 (Mar. 1995): 2–6. [Church Organization—Peter, Peter’s Life]
———. “This Glorious Easter Morn.” Ensign 26 (May 1996): 65–67. [Christology, Resurrection]
———. “The Victory over Death.” Ensign 27 (Apr. 1997): 2–5. [Resurrection]
———. “The Wondrous and True Story of Christmas.” Ensign 30 (Dec. 2000): 2–5. [Christology]
Holland, Jeffrey R. “Atonement of Jesus Christ.” EM 1:82–86. [Passion Week—Gethsemane]
———. “Come unto Me.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1996–1997): 187–95. Reprinted in Ensign 28 (Apr. 1998): 16–23. [Teachings in General]
———. “The Hands of the Fathers.” Ensign 29 (May 1999): 14–16. [Exemplary Life]
Holland, Jeffrey R. “‘An High Priest of Good Things to Come.’” Ensign 29 (Nov 1999): 36–38. [Christology, Teachings in General]
———. “The Other Prodigal.” Ensign 32 (May 2002): 62–64. [Parables—Prodigal Son]
———. “‘This Do in Remembrance of Me.’” Ensign 25 (Nov. 1995): 67–69. [Ordinances]
Hollingshead, Billie. “The Jewishness of Jesus and His Teachings.” In “From This Place”: Lectures in Honor of David O. McKay Delivered Annually at BYU–Hawaii Campus, 1963–1992, ed. and comp. Jesse S. Crisler and Jay Fox, 17–30. Laie: BYU–Hawaii, 1998. [Christology]
“The Holy Land: A Premodern Photo Tour.” BYU Studies 37, no. 4 (1997–98): 65–92. [Setting of Scenes]
Holzapfel, Jeni Broberg, and Richard Neitzel Holzapfel. “The Last to Remain and the First to Return.” In Every Good Thing: Talks from the 1997 BYU Women’s Conference, ed. Dawn Hall Anderson, Susette Fletcher Green, and Dlora Hall Dalton, 350–68. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1998. [Cultural Setting]
———. Sisters at the Well: Women and the Life and Teachings of Jesus. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1993. [Women]
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel. “King Herod.” MWNT, 35–73. [Herod]
———. A Lively Hope: The Suffering, Death, Resurrection, and Exaltation of Jesus Christ. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1999. [Passion Week—General]
———. “A New Testament Parallel.” In The Exodus Story: Ancient and Modern Parallels, ed. Richard Neitzel Holzapfel, 37–48. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1997. [Jewish Backgrounds]
———. “The Resurrected Lord.” RRLTJC, 249–91. [Resurrection]
———. “The Social Context of First-Century Roman Christianity.” The Disciple as Scholar: Essays on Scripture and the Ancient World in Honor of Richard Lloyd Anderson, ed. Stephen D. Ricks, Donald W. Parry, and Andrew H. Hedges, 241–67. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 2000. [Cultural Setting]
———. “‘That’s How I Imagine He Looks’: The Perspective of a Professor of Religion.” BYU Studies 39, no. 3 (2000): 91–99. [Christology]
Holzapfel, Richard Neitzel, and David Rolph Seely. My Father’s House: Temple Worship and Symbolism in the New Testament. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994. [Religious Setting, Setting of Scenes, Symbols, Worship]
Hopkins, Daniel R. Living Water: A Chronological Reading of the Four Gospels. Salt Lake City: Cornerstone Publishing, 1999. [Gospels in General]
Howard, F. Burton. “Overcoming the World.” Ensign 26 (Sept. 1996): 9–15. [Parables]
Howe, Susan. “Parables.” EM 3:1060–62. [Parables]
Howick, E. Keith. The Mission of Jesus the Messiah. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1990. [Christology]
Huntsman, Eric D. “And They Cast Lots: Divination, Democracy, and Josephus.” MWNT, 365–77. [Cultural Setting]
Huntington, Ray L. “The Meaning of the Word Gospel.” BMMFG, 45–56. [Gospels in General]
Huntington, Ray L., and Camille Fronk. “Latter-Day Clarity on Christ’s Life and Teachings.” Ensign 29 (Jan. 1999): 22–29. [Christology, Gospels in General]
Huntington, Ray L., and Terry B. Ball, eds. The Book of Mormon and the Message of the Four Gospels. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2001. [Gospels in General]
Jack, Elaine L. “Grounded, Settled, and Full of Hope.” Ensign 26 (Mar. 1996): 19–21. [Paul’s Teachings]
Jackson, Kent P. “Foretelling the Apostasy: New Testament Contains a Wealth of Information about the Early Church.” Church News. Published by Deseret News. November 25, 1995, 5, 12. [Apostasy]
———. From Apostasy to Restoration. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. [Apostasy]
———. “Jehovah, Lord of Heaven and Earth.” In The Restored Gospel and the Book of Genesis, ed. Kent P. Jackson, 6–16. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2001. [Christology]
———. “Revolutionaries in the First Century.” MWNT, 129–40. [Cultural Setting]
———. “Scenes from Early Christian History.” In The Disciple as Scholar: Essays on Scripture and the Ancient World in Honor of Richard Lloyd Anderson, ed. Stephen D. Ricks, Donald W. Parry, and Andrew H. Hedges, 455–69. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 2000. [Setting of Scenes]
———. “Scenes from Paul’s Missionary Journeys.” International Magazine (Oct. 1995). [Paul’s Life]
Jacobs, Curtis. “Miracles: Then and Now.” WBC, 93–101. [Miracles]
———. “The Sermon on the Mount.” WBC, 85–91. [Sermon on the Mount]
Jensen, Jay E. “Little Children and the Gospel.” Ensign 29 (Jan. 1999): 30–37. [Teachings in General]
Johnson, Sherrie Mills. “Tasting the Bread of Life.” Ensign 28 (Dec. 1998): 47–48. [Christology, Symbols]
———. “‘Think It Not Strange concerning the Fiery Trial.’” SBSS 2002, 230–43. [Christology, Peter’s Life]
Jorgensen, B. W. “‘This Man Receiveth Sinners’: Moral Storytelling in Luke 15.” Sunstone 20 (Dec. 1997): 18–26. [Parables]
Judd, Daniel K. “A Scriptural Comparison concerning Anger: 3 Nephi 12:22 and Matthew 5:22.” BMMFG, 57–76. [Christology, Teachings in General]
———. “Suicide at Masada and in the World of the New Testament.” MWNT, 378–91. [Religious Setting]
Judd, Daniel K., Craig J. Ostler, and Richard D. Draper, eds. The Testimony of John the Beloved, Twenty-Seventh Annual Sydney B. Sperry Symposium. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1998. [Church Organization—John the Apostle]
Keller, Roger R. “Jesus Is Jehovah (YHWH): A Study in the Gospels.” JCSGS, 122–53. [Christology, Gospels in General]
———. “Luke: One Facet of a Diamond.” Ensign 29 (Feb. 1999): 30–35. [Gospels in General]
Largey, Dennis L. “Hell, Second Death, Lake of Fire and Brimstone, and Outer Darkness.” BMMFG, 77–89. [Teachings in General]
Leigh, Allen W. “A Look at Ephesians 2:8–9.” Dialogue 27 (winter 1994): 163–64. [Epistles of Paul and Hebrews]
Litchfield, W. Reid. “The Search for the Physical Cause of Jesus Christ’s Death.” BYU Studies 37, no. 4 (1997–98): 93–109. [Passion Week—Trials]
“The Living Christ: The Testimony of the Apostles, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.” Ensign 30 (Apr. 2000): 2–3. [Christology]
Ludlow, Jared W. “Themes of Discipleship in John.” SBSS 1998, 94–112. [Gospels in General]
Ludlow, Victor L. “Light, Life, and Love in the Epistles of John.” SBSS 1998, 113–24. [Epistles of John]
Lund, Gerald N. “The Grace and Mercy of Jesus Christ.” JCSGS, 18–50. [Christology]
———. “Insights from the JST into the Book of Revelation.” In The Joseph Smith Translation: The Restoration of Plain and Precious Things, ed. Monte S. Nyman and Robert L. Millet, 250–70. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 1985. [Book of Revelation]
———. “John, Revelations of.” EM 2:753–55. [Book of Revelation]
———. The Light of the World: Insights into the Birth of Christ. Salt Lake City: Eagle Gate, 2000. [Birth]
———. “The Savior and Modern Revelation.” RRLTJC, 293–330. [Christology]
Lund, Robert E. “Women in the Writings of John.” SBSS 1998, 125–40. [Women]
Lyon, James K. “Hope.” EM 2:656–57. [Paul’s Teachings]
Macfarlane, Roger T. “Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek, and Latin: Languages of New Testament Judea.” MWNT, 228–38. [Cultural Setting]
Mackay, Thomas W. “Beatitudes.” EM 1:98–99. [Sermon on the Mount]
———. “James, Epistle of.” EM 2:715–16. [Epistle of James]
Madsen, Ann N. “Taught at the Feet of Jesus.” RRLTJC, 39–71. [Teachings in General, Teaching Techniques]
Madsen, John M. “Eternal Life through Jesus Christ.” Ensign 32 (May 2002): 78–79. [Teachings in General]
Madsen, Truman G. “The Suffering Servant.” RRLTJC, 223–48. [Christology, Passion Week—Gethsemane]
———. “The Temple and the Atonement.” TAWRS, 63–79. [Ordinances]
Mangum, Donald P., and Brenton G. Yorgason. Amazing Grace. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1996. [Salvation]
Manscill, Craig. “‘If Any of You Lack Wisdom’: James’s Imperative to Israel.” SBSS 2002, 244–57. [Epistle of James]
Marsh, David B. “Give unto Me Power over Death.” SBSS 1998, 141–54. [Church Organization—John the Apostle]
Marsh, W. Jeffrey. His Final Hours. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2000. [Passion Week—General]
———. “The Living Reality of the Savior’s Mercy.” JCSGS, 154–77. [Christology]
———. “Prophetic Enlightenment on the Sermon on the Mount.” Ensign 29 (Jan. 1999): 15–21. [Sermon on the Mount]
———. “The Second Coming of Jesus.” BMMFG, 91–109. [Eschatology]
———. “Twilight in the Early Church.” SBSS 2002, 319–34. [Epistles of John]
———. Unto Us a Child Is Born. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1994. [Birth, Foreordination]
Matthews, Robert J. “A Crisis, a Council, and Inspired Leadership.” Ensign 25 (Oct. 1995): 54–59. [Acts]
———. “A Doctrinal Framework for the New Testament.” BMMFG, 111–23. [Gospels in General]
Matthews, Robert J. “Jesus Christ in the Scriptures: Jesus Christ in the Bible.” EM 2:745–48. [Christology]
———. “Resurrection: The Ultimate Triumph.” JCSGS, 319–39. [Resurrection]
Maxwell, Neal A. “‘Apply the Atoning Blood of Christ.’” Ensign 27 (Nov. 1997): 22–24. [Christology]
———. “Becoming a Disciple.” Ensign 26 (June 1996): 12–19. [Teachings in General]
———. “Deny Yourselves of All Ungodliness.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 66–68. [Teachings in General]
———. “Enduring Well.” Ensign 27 (Apr. 1997): 6–10. [Christology]
———. “The Holy Ghost: Glorifying Christ.” Ensign 32 (July 2002): 56–61. [Holy Ghost]
———. “Jesus, the Perfect Mentor.” Ensign 31 (Feb. 2001): 8–17. [Exemplary Life]
———. “Testifying of the Great and Glorious Atonement.” Ensign 31 (Oct. 2001): 10–15. [Christology]
Maxwell, Robert L. “Sacred Books: The Canon of the Hebrew Bible at the End of the First Century.” MWNT, 302–16. [New Testament Scholarship, Religious Setting]
McClellan, Richard D. “Israel as the Prodigal Son: An Allegorical Model.” In Selections from BYU Religious Education 1999 Student Symposium, 75–83. Provo, Utah: Religious Education, BYU, 2000. [Parables—Prodigal Son]
McConkie, Joseph Fielding. “False Christs.” In Watch and Be Ready: Preparing for the Second Coming of the Lord, 39–62. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1994. [Eschatology, Teachings in General]
———. Witnesses of the Birth of Christ. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1998. [Birth]
McKinlay, Daniel B. “Temple Imagery in the Epistles of Peter.” TAWRS, 492–514. [Epistles of Peter]
Melchin, Gerald E. “‘Thy Sins Are Forgiven.’” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 18–21. [Ministry]
Miller, Harold L., Jr. “The Improbability of the New Commandment.” SBSS 1998, 155–66. [Teachings in General]
Millet, Robert L. An Eye Single to the Glory of God: Reflections on the Cost of Discipleship. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1991. [Teachings in General]
———. “A Different Jesus? The Christ of the Restoration.” JCSGS, 178–208. [Christology]
———. “The Doctrine of the Risen Christ,” parts 1–3. In FARMS Book of Mormon Lecture Series. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1996. [Gospels in General]
———. “The Historical Jesus: A Latter-day Saint Perspective.” In Historicity and the Latter-day Saint Scriptures, ed. Paul Y. Hoskisson, 171–96. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 2001. [Christology, New Testament Scholarship]
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———. Lost and Found: Reflections on the Prodigal Son. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2001. [Parables—Prodigal Son]
———. “The Ministry of the Holy Ghost.” SBSS 1998, 167–85. [Holy Ghost]
———. “The Son of Man.” RRLTJC, 1–38. [Christology]
———. When a Child Wanders. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1996. [Parables, Parable of the Prodigal Son]
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Monson, Thomas S. “Christ at Bethesda’s Pool.” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 16–19. [Miracles]
———. “Mercy—The Divine Gift.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 54–60. [Exemplary Life]
———. “Preparing the Way.” Ensign 32 (Feb. 2002): 2–5. [John the Baptist]
———. “The Way of the Master.” Ensign 26 (May 1996): 50–52. [Parables—Good Samaritan]
———. “With Hand and Heart.” Ensign 25 (Jan. 1995): 2–5. [Miracles]
Morrison, Alexander B. “‘Come and See.’” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 12–13. [Teachings in General]
———. “‘For This Cause Came I into the World.’” Ensign 29 (Nov. 1999): 25–27. [Foreordination]
———. His Name Be Praised: Understanding Christ’s Ministry and Mission. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 2002. [Christology, Ministry]
———. “‘I Am the Resurrection and the Life.’” Ensign 25 (Apr. 1995): 36–43. [Post-Resurrection Appearances, Resurrection]
———. “Service: The Essence of True Religion.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1999–2000): 163–69. [Sermon on the Mount, Teachings in General]
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Mumford, Thomas M. Horizontal Harmony of the Four Gospels in Parallel Columns. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1976. [Gospels in General]
Munsey, Michelle. “The Lost Apostolic Age and Its Implications for the Early Christian Church: An Examination of Primary Sources.” In Selections from the BYU Religious Education 2001 Student Symposium, ed. Dianna Douglas and Linda Hunter Adams, 71–83. Provo, Utah: Religious Education, BYU, 2001. [Apostasy]
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———. “Gratitude for the Mission and Ministry of Jesus Christ.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1997–1998): 345–51. [Christology]
———. “Jesus the Christ: Our Master and More.” Ensign 30 (Apr. 2000): 4–17. [Christology]
———. “Perfection Pending.” Ensign 25 (Nov. 1995): 86–88. [Sermon on the Mount]
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———. “Conflict in the Churches between the God of the Bible and the God of the Philosophers.” Provo, Utah: FARMS paper, 1979. [Apostasy]
———. “The Early Christian Prayer Circle.” MEC, 45–99. [Ordinances]
———. “Jerusalem: In Early Christianity.” MEC, 323–54. [Religious Setting]
———. “New Testament.” Provo, Utah: FARMS paper, 1985. [New Testament Scholarship]
———. “Sacred Vestments.” In Temple and Cosmos, ed. Don Norton, 91–138. Vol. 12 of Collected Works of Hugh Nibley. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book; Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1992. [Ordinances]
———. Temple and Cosmos: Beyond This Ignorant Present. Ed. Don E. Norton. Provo, Utah: FARMS; Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1992. [Worship]
———. “What Is a Temple?” MEC, 355–90. [Apostasy, Ordinances]
———. When the Lights Went Out: Three Studies on the Ancient Apostasy. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 2001. [Apostasy]
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———. “Apostasy and Restoration.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 84–87. [Apostasy]
———. “The Challenge to Become.” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 32–34. [Parables, Teachings in General]
———. “Have You Been Saved?” Ensign 28 (May 1998): 55–57. [Salvation]
———. His Holy Name. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1998. [Christology]
———. “Judge Not and Judging.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1997–1998): 173–81. Reprinted in Ensign 29 (Aug. 1999): 7–13. [Teachings in General]
———. “Miracles.” Ensign 31 (June 2001): 6–17. [Miracles]
———. “Resurrection.” Ensign 30 (May 2000): 14–16. [Resurrection]
———. “Weightier Matters.” Brigham Young University Speeches (1998–1999): 147–53. Reprinted in Ensign 31 (Jan. 2001): 13–17. [Teachings in General]
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———. “The Road to Bethlehem.” Ensign 25 (Dec. 1995): 12–13. [Holy Land Travels]
Odgen, D. Kelly, and Andrew C. Skinner. New Testament Apostles Testify of Christ: A Guide for Acts through Revelation. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1998. [Acts through Revelation in General]
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———. “Jesus Christ: Our Model in Overcoming Temptation.” WBC, 43–62. [Temptation]
———. “Parables of Jesus.” WBC, 111–27. [Parables, Parables—Prodigal Son]
Olmstead, Thomas F. “The Savior’s Use of the Old Testament.” Ensign 32 (July 2002): 46–51. [Christology, Jewish Backgrounds]
Olson, Terrance D. “Agency and Self-Deception in the Writings of James and 1 John.” SBSS 2002, 290–304. [Epistle of James]
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———. “The Divine Nature of Jesus Christ during Mortality.” JCSGS, 209–26. [Christology]
———. “The Lands of the Gospel of John.” SBSS 1998, 212–35. [Holy Land Travels, Setting of Scenes]
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———. “The Twelve Apostles.” Ensign 26 (Nov. 1996): 6–8. [Church Organization—The Apostles in General]
———. “‘Ye Are the Temple of God.’” Ensign 30 (Nov. 2000): 72–74. [Paul’s Teachings]
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Patch, Robert C. “New Testament.” EM 3:1011–14. [Teachings in General]
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Peek, Cecilia M. “Alexander the Great Comes to Jerusalem: The Jewish Response to Hellenism.” MWNT, 99–112. [Cultural Setting]
Perkins, Keith W. “I Have a Question.” Ensign 29 (July 1999): 64–65. [John the Baptist]
———. “The JST on the Second Coming of Christ.” In The Joseph Smith Translation: The Restoration of Plain and Precious Things, ed. Monte S. Nyman and Robert L. Millet, 237–49. Provo, Utah: Religious Studies Center, BYU, 1985. [Eschatology]
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Peterson, Daniel C. “Jesus Christ: Ministry of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:730–32. [Ministry]
Phillips, R. Douglas. “James the Apostle.” EM 2:716–17. [Apostles’ Lives]
Phillips, Wm. Revell. “Matthew, Gospel of.” EM 2:869–70. [Gospels in General]
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———. “Redeemer of Israel.” Ensign 25 (Nov. 1995): 15–16. [Christology, Parables—Prodigal Son]
Porter, L. Aldin. “He Is Risen.” SBSS 2002, 1–12. [Resurrection, Teachings in General]
Pratt, John P. “Yet Another Eclipse for Herod.” Planetarium 19 (Dec. 1990): 8–13. [Birth]
Proctor, Maurine Jensen, and Scott Facer Proctor. Source of the Light: A Witness and Testimony of Jesus Christ, the Savior and Redeemer of All. Salt Lake City: Deseret Book, 1992. [Holy Land Travels, Setting of Scenes]
Reeve, Rex C., Jr. “Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.” BMMFG, 159–71. [Teachings in General]
Richardson, Matthew O. “Ephesians: Unfolding the Mysteries through Revelation.” SBSS 2002, 130–44. [Epistles of Paul and Hebrews, Paul’s Teachings]
———. “Jesus: The Unorthodox Teacher.” JCSGS, 227–50. [Christology, Teaching Techniques]
———. “The Love of God.” SBSS 1998, 236–48. [Epistles of John, Gospels in General]
Ricks, Stephen D. “The Garment of Adam in Jewish, Muslim, and Christian Tradition.” TAWRS, 705–39. [Book of Revelation, Paul’s Teachings]
———. “Heavenly Visions and Prophetic Calls in Isaiah 6 (2 Nephi 16), the Book of Mormon, and the Revelation of John.” In Isaiah in the Book of Mormon, ed. Donald W. Parry and John W. Welch, 171–90. Provo, Utah: FARMS, 1998. [Book of Revelation]
———. “The Law of Sacrifice.” Ensign 28 (June 1998): 25–29. [Jewish Backgrounds, Symbols]
———. “Miqvaot: Ritual Immersion Baths in Second Temple (Intertestamental) Jewish History.” MWNT, 277–86. [Religious Setting]
Robbins, Vernon K. “Divine Dialogue and the Lord’s Prayer: Socio-Rhetorical Interpretation of Sacred Texts.” Dialogue 28 (fall 1995): 117–46.
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Robinson, Stephen E. “Bible Scholarship.” EM 1:112–13. [New Testament Scholarship]
———. “Jesus Christ, Names and Titles of.” EM 2:740–42. [Christology]
———. “The Noncanonical Sayings of Jesus.” BYU Studies 36, no. 2 (1996–97): 74–91. [New Testament Scholarship]
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Salmon, Douglas F. “As Translated Correctly: The Inspiration and Innovation of the Eighth Article of Faith.” Dialogue 31 (summer 1998): 131–48.
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———. “John and the Feast of Tabernacles.” SBSS 1998, 249–65. [Christology, Festivals]
Scott, Richard G. “Finding Forgiveness.” Ensign 25 (May 1995): 75–77. [Christology]
———. “Jesus Christ, Our Redeemer.” Ensign 27 (May 1997): 53–54, 59. [Christology]
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———. “Paul.” EM 3:1068–70. [Paul’s Life]
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Seely, David Rolph. “The Masada Fragments, the Qumran Scrolls, and the New Testament.” MWNT, 287–301. [New Testament Scholarship]
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———. “Paul: Untiring Witness of Christ.” Ensign 29 (Aug. 1999): 22–29. [Paul’s Life, Paul’s Teachings]
Seely, Jo Ann H. “The Fruit of the Vine: Wine at Masada and in the New Testament.” MWNT, 207–27. [Cultural Setting]
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———. “Doctrinal Contributions of the Joseph Smith Translation of the New Testament.” In Plain and Precious Truths Restored: The Doctrinal and Historical Significance of the Joseph Smith Translation, ed. Robert L. Millet and Robert J. Matthews, 72–103. Salt Lake City: Bookcraft, 1995. [New Testament Scholarship]
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———. “A Historical Sketch of Galilee.” MWNT, 113–25. [Setting of Scenes]
———. “Jesus Christ: Birth of Jesus Christ.” EM 2:729–30. [Birth]
———. “Peter—the Chief Apostle.” SBSS 2002, 187–219. [Church Organization—Peter, Peter’s Life]
———. “The Premortal Godhood of Christ: A Restoration Perspective.” JCSGS, 51–79. [Christology]
———. “Restored Light on the Savior’s Last Week in Mortality.” Ensign 29 (June 1999): 15–21. [Passion Week—General]
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Smoot, Mary Ellen. “Come, Let Us Walk in the Light of the Lord.” Ensign 28 (Nov. 1998): 89–91. [Parables]
“Special Witnesses of Christ.” Ensign 31 (Apr. 2001): 2–21. [Christology]
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———. “Jesus’ Use of Deuteronomy in the Temptations.” SBSS 2001, 114–27. [Temptation]
———. “Law and Liberty in Galatians 5–6.” SBSS 2002, 57–74. [Epistles of Paul and Hebrews, Paul’s Teachings]
———. “Reflections on Discipleship.” BYUDFS (1995–1996): 277–85. [Exemplary Life, Teachings in General]
———. “Revelation: John’s Message of Comfort and Hope.” SBSS 1998, 281–300. [Book of Revelation]
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