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The BOM-BITES Come Follow Me Podcast
Welcome to The BOM-BITES Come Follow Me Podcast! Each weekday, we share a short (generally less than 10 minutes) episode to help you "feast upon the words ONE BITE AT A TIME" as you study Come Follow Me as an individual or as a family. If you’d like to see the video that corresponds with each video, check us out on YouTube, Facebook, or Instagram by searching “BOMSocks” or @bomsocks. And while you’re at it, please go check out our amazingly comfortable gospel-themed socks at www.BOMSocks.com…
Episodes
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BOM-BITES Episode #1111 - Alma 36 (part two) “As my mind caught hold…”
When our minds truly "catch hold" of the love that God and Jesus have for us, it can take us out of some very dark abysses and change our whole outlook on…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1110 - Alma 36 (part one) The Chiasmus of Alma 36…and our lives
When Jesus Christ is at the center of your world and life, you will see that all things not only lead to him, but also come from him. If you’d like to view the…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1109 - Alma 35 “…offended because of the strictness of the word”
If you are looking for offenses, you will always find them - it takes no skill to look for them. Part of the journey of building faith is learning how to…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1108 - Alma 34 “…let your hearts be full, drawn out in prayer”
When Alma literally sits down and tag teams his good friend and fellow missionary Amulek, he steps up to the plate and he knocks it out of the park with over…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1107 - Alma 33 “…it is because of thy Son that thou hast been thus merciful”
The more we understand how to really “worship” our merciful God, the greater our abilities to do it will be enhanced. If you’d like to view the video that goes…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1106 - Alma 32:21-43 “…exercise a particle of faith”
The latter half of Alma 32 is something we should devote a lifetime of study to. That said, there are very basic gardening principles that everyone needs to…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1105 - Alma 32:1-16 “…that ye may be humble”
Humility may be one of the greatest and noblest of virtues…also one of the hardest to cultivate. God wants to give His kingdom to those who are humble, and how…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1104 - Alma 31:26-38 “…and this because he prayed in faith.”
When you compare the stark contrast between the Zoramites arrogant and judgmental prayer with the humble and hopeful prayer of Alma - I think there are some…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1102 - Alma 31:5 “Try the virtue of the word of God”
Are you ready to “try the virtue of the word of God?” What scripture has had a powerful effect on you to lead you to do that which is just? If you’d like to…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1100 - Alma 30:12-23 “…to interrupt their rejoicings?”
One of Satan’s biggest objectives is to interrupt our rejoicings with false doctrine from “anti-Christs” of every kind. We need to be “Pro-Christ“ in all we do…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1101 - Alma 30:39-60 “…all things denote there is a God”
Is there a God? You’d better believe it! And we don’t need signs given to us to know that if we will look around us with an eye of faith If you’d like to view…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1099 - Alma 27-29 “…exult in the hope…and joy”
Is it really possible to “jump for joy” in the midst of tragedy and uncertainty? If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click here
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BOM-BITES Episode #1098 - Alma 26 “Many mighty miracles”
Never underestimate the Lord’s abilities to perform “many mighty miracles“ with someone who has a repentant heart. If you’d like to view the video that goes…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1097 - Alma 25 “…in every particular”
The Book of Mormon clarifies the role of the Law of Moses in coming unto Christ for these early believers and shows us that in many ways and that he is…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1096 - Alma 23-24 (part two) “we will bury them deep in the earth…as a testimony”
The Anti-Nephi-Lehies' decision to hide and bury their swords “as a testimony” of their repentance and commitment to never use them again showcases their deep…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1095 - Alma 23-24 (part one) “Does testimony = conversion?”
Does having a testimony and knowledge mean you are converted? When you are truly converted, you are willing to act on the knowledge that you have. If you’d…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1094 - Alma 20-22 “The Middoni Principle”
The Lord often wants exactly the same thing for us that we want; but he will often take us in a different direction than we planned to make the magic happen……
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BOM-BITES Episode #1093 - Alma 18-19 The Queen and Abish
One of the greatest stories of conversion in the Book of Mormon, couldn’t have happened without the example of two righteous, faithful women. If you’d like to…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1092 - Alma 17-18 (part three) “…because of the faithfulness of Ammon”
We are all as members of the Church asked to share the wonderful gospel with others…and if we follow Ammon’s example, I think we can do it. Here’s the link to…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1091 - Alma 17-18 (part two) “…we know that he is a friend to the king”
What power for good would there be if those not of our faith and those in less-active families in our neighborhood could testify to each other of the…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1090 - Alma 17-18 (part one) “…that ye may show forth good examples…”
When we set a good example, the Lord can make us instruments in His hands unto the salvation of many souls. Here’s the link to the MTC Scripture activity! If…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1089 - Alma 15-16 “…the people were checked”
Who would have thought the old phrase “check yourself before you wreck yourself” was scriptural in nature, right? This phrase provides a powerful message in…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1088 - Alma 15:16, 19 “…having forsaken all…for the word of God”
After reading the last few verses of Alma 15, I hope you love Amulek just a little bit more - along with anyone else who is willing to “forsake all… for the…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1087 - Alma 14-15 “The power of deliverance”
Don’t ever underestimate the Lord’s ability to “deliver” us in times of need according to our faith in Him If you’d like to view the video that goes with this…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1086 - Alma 14 “…be it according to the will of the Lord”
The plan of happiness is very much like a crazy adventure-filled three-act play… and you and I are right in the middle of “Act Two” and we don’t know our lines…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1085 - Alma 13 “…that they might enter into the rest of the Lord.”
The order of the Melchizedek Priesthood can provide a lot of rest to a disorderly city like Ammonihah and even our own lives when we feel “out of order”. If…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1084 - Alma 11-12 “…ye cannot be saved IN your sins.”
If you really want to see change take place in a person, stop dwelling on their behaviors and focus on getting the Doctrine of Christ IN their hearts…and…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1083 - Alma 11 “that he might destroy that which was good”
Yes, bad things are happening all around us on many platforms and levels, but please don’t allow the few bad things to occupy your time and “destroy that which…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1082 - Alma 9-10 “I knew…yet I would not know”
We as humans forget a lot of things, but one of the worst things a person can forget is that we can repent and change! If you’d like to view the video that…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1080 - Alma 8:1-18 “…he returned speedily…by another way”
When we respond ‘speedily” to the words of the Lord, He helps us find ways to obey His commandments. If you’d like to view the video that goes with this…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1081 - Alma 8:19-27 “I know that thou wilt be a blessing unto me and my house.”
When we have burdens that are weighing us down, God knows how and when to bring the right people into our path to bless our lives just when we need them. If…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1079 - Alma 7:14-27 “…come and fear not…come and go forth.”
How do we access the Atonement of Christ? You do it confidently through the Doctrine of Christ. If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1078 - Alma 7:1-13 “…that he may know according to the flesh how to succor his people”
There is nothing that the Savior doesn’t understand…and everything difficult about life can be lumped into THREE amazing verses. If you’d like to view the…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1078 - Alma 7:1-13 “…that he may know according to the flesh how to succor his people”
There is nothing that the Savior doesn’t understand…and everything difficult about life can be lumped into THREE amazing verses. If you’d like to view the…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1076 - Alma 5 (part two) “…can ye look up to God?”
If you are carrying around unnecessary guilt and burden of sin, it’s time to repent and make it right so that you can truly “look up”. If you’d like to view…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1075 - Alma 5 (part one) “…can ye feel so now?”
It is so important to constantly evaluate our spiritual progress by asking ourselves the many questions found in Alma 5. If you’d like to view the video that…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1074 - Alma 4 “Pure testimony”
When are some times that you feel like you have truly heard “pure testimony“? If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click here
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BOM-BITES Episode #1073 - Alma 3 “…they set the mark upon themselves”
What are some ways we can choose to positively “distinguish ourselves” as disciples of Jesus Christ? If you’d like to view the video that goes with this…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1072 - Alma 1-2 “they bore with patience the persecution”
What does “courage and courtesy” look like in 2024 when it comes to handling persecution and those who want to destroy our faith? If you’d like to view the…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1071 - Alma 1:1-15 How to handle popularity…
Is being “popular” a good thing or a bad thing?” If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click here
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BOM-BITES Episode #1070 - Mosiah 29 “…they relinquished their desires for a king”
For some odd reason, people of all ages have loved the idea of having a king. Mosiah taught the people a valuable lesson about why this is not the best idea…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1069 - Mosiah 27-28 “…there was not any of his sons who would accept of the kingdom.”
What does it mean today to for us to “give up the kingdom”? If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click here
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BOM-BITES Episode #1068 - Mosiah 27:19-33 “…from this time forward…”
Once you start getting into the habit of righteous behaviors - no one cares how long you didn’t do it. If you’d like to view the video that goes with this…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1067 - Mosiah 26-27 “…brought to a knowledge of the truth”
If you have a family member who is struggling with the gospel, what exactly do you pray for? If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1066 - Mosiah 26:1-4 “The rising generation…did not believe”
Conversion is a miracle that, in one way or another, needs to happen in all of us. If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click here
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BOM-BITES Episode #1065 - Mosiah 25:7-12 “Filled with”…all the emotions
We are here to experience every emotion…and that is a beautiful part of God’s plan If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click here
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BOM-BITES Episode #1064 - Mosiah 23-24 “He trieth their patience and faith...”
Trials and challenges often come to us because,“the Lord seeth fit to chasten his people; yea, he trieth their patience and their faith.” It is vitally…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1063 - Mosiah 21-22 “…they did humble themselves…and did cry unto their God”
When we get ourselves into bondage due to our dumb choices, we need the Savior to help deliver us. Those who repent are going to find the blessings of…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1062 - Mosiah 19-21 “…for they THOUGHT it was the people of Limhi.”
Many potential battles in our lives can be solved by proper information, communication, and understanding. If you’d like to view the video that goes with this…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1061 - Mosiah 18 “A covenant…to serve”
In order for us to truly be on “the covenant path”, we need to be around others and help love and serve them along that same path. If you’d like to view the…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1060 - Mosiah 17-18 The Power of ONE
When you share the gospel with ONLY one person, it is never just ONE because we never know of the influence of that ONE person. If you’d like to view the video…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1059 - Mosiah 17 Abinadi’s Courageous Witness
I love Abinadi and his bold, courageous witness of Jesus Christ. It has influenced so many and it will yet influence billions more. If you’d like to view the…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1058 - Mosiah 13-16 “…with his stripes, we are healed” (Mosiah 14:5)
Something that Abinadi preached in these chapters changed Alma’s heart and he applies his message. We don’t know what it specifically was that changed Alma…but…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1057 - Mosiah 13 “Help us to take this lesson and…”
When we truly “apply” the gospel message and allow it to be “written in our hearts”, that is when true conversion takes place. If you’d like to view the video…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1056 - Mosiah 11-12 “…except they repent…”
A prophet’s message has always been to invite us to repent. How we respond to that message can affect our level of confidence and peace in our lives. If you’d…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1055 - Mosiah 11 “…the eyes of the people were blinded…”
When you are dealing with a “blinded” people, how important is it to have access to a “seer” to help us understand? If you’d like to view the video that goes…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1054 - Mosiah 10 What is at the root of the Lamanites’ “eternal hatred”?
Why do these Lamanites want to fight the Nephites so much? What is at the root of their “eternal hatred”? If you’d like to view the video that goes with this…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1053 - Mosiah 9 “…I being over-zealous”
Oftentimes in life, in our “overzealousness” and excitement - we sometimes neglect the instructions, thinking we know better. If you’d like to view the video…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1052 - Mosiah 8:1-18 “A seer…becometh a great benefit to his fellow beings.”
I can testify to you that we have a prophet, seer, and revelator in Russell M. Nelson and his ability to “See” things we can’t see, is of “great benefit” to…
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BOM-BITES Episode #1051 - Mosiah 7:33 “…turn to the Lord with full purpose of heart, and put your trust in him”
As we put our trust in God, He will deliver us out of bondage…regardless of where or how that bondage originated from. If you’d like to view the video that…