Answers with Amy
Answers with Amy
Amy R. Nelson
In working with thousands of youth from across the country I've learned that they've got questions! Questions about their current and future families, questions about marriage, and questions about the gospel. By using a combination of gospel principles and supporting social science we can begin to discover answers together!
How can I become a better gospel teacher?
Sources used in this episode: President Boyd K. Packer, President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, Mine Errand from the Lord, (2008), p. 336. Bruce R. McConkie, The Promised Messiah, p. 568 “Let the Clarion Trumpet Sound,” Elder Gregory A. Schwitzer, General Conference, October 2015 “The Lord Will Multiply the Harvest,” An Evening with Elder Henry B. Eyring, February 6, 1998, p 4-5 “Becoming a Great Gospel Teacher,” Robert Eaton and Mark Beecher 3 Nephi 11:14-15
Jul 21, 2020
17 min
How do you liken the scriptures to yourself?
Sources Used in This Episode: “The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like without It?” President Russell M. Nelson, Ensign or Liahona, November 2017, p. 62-63 Ether 8 Gospel Teaching and Learning Handbook, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, p. 26, Elder Richard G. Scott “The Things of My Soul,” Elder Boyd K. Packer, General Conference, April 1986 Helman 3:27 1 Nephi 17 Book of Mormon Title Page
Jul 3, 2020
12 min
How do I find balance in a busy life?
Sources used in this episode: “Of Regrets and Resolutions,” President Dieter F. Uchtdorf https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/prophets-and-apostles/unto-all-the-world/of-regrets-and-resolutions?lang=eng Matthew 6:24 C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity, p. 185 Ezra Taft Benson, “The Great Commandment—Love the Lord,” Ensign, May 1988 D&C 24:9 D&C 25:10 Matthew 5:41
Jun 17, 2020
11 min
How do I make daily repentance a normal part of my routine?
Sources used in this episode:  Article of Faith #4 Mosiah 4:1-12 “Always Retain a Remission of Your Sins” Elder David A. Bednar, General Conference, April 2016 Acquiring Spiritual Knowledge essay in the Seminary Doctrinal Mastery Core Document “Repentance” Bible Dictionary “Repentance” topical essay at topics.churchofjesusChrist.org
Jun 11, 2020
10 min
How do I date now to prepare for marriage?
Sources used in this episode:  Hafen, B. C. (1996). Covenant Marriage . Ensign. Smith, S. R., & Hamon, R. R. (2017). Exploring  Family Theories. New York: Oxford University Press. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  (1995). The Family: A Proclamation to the World. Retrieved from Church  of Jesus Christ:  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/the-family-a-proclamation-to-the-world/the-family-a-proclamation-to-the-world?lang=eng Young Men General Presidency. (2010). To the Young  Men on Dating. Liahona. Retrieved from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. D&C 8:2
Jun 2, 2020
10 min
I never get anything out of my temple experience. What am I doing wrong?
Sources used in this episode:  The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  (2012). Gospel Teaching and Learning. Salt Lake City, Utah: The Church  of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  (n.d.). Prophetic Teachings on Temples. Retrieved May 24, 2020, from  Temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/temples/prophetic-teachings-on-temples?lang=eng
May 27, 2020
14 min
How can I raise my future family in the gospel despite the world becoming more wicked?
Sources used in this episode:  Anonymous. (1981). Know This, That Every Soul is  Free. In LDS Hymnal. Salt Lake City, Utah: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Beck, J. B. (2009, August 4). "Teaching the  Doctrine of the Family". Salt Lake City, Utah. Child Development Institute. (n.d.). Temperament and Your Child's Personality. Retrieved from Child Development Institute:  https://childdevelopmentinfo.com/child-development/temperament_and_your_child/#.W18bqthKh7M Kohn, A. (2005). Unconditional Parenting. New  York, New York: Atria Books. Robert, H. L., & Jeanette, C. L. (2018). Marriage  & Family: The Quest for Intimacy. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  (1985). A Parent's Guide. Salt Lake City, Utah: The Church of Jesus  Christ of Latter-day Saints.
May 20, 2020
12 min