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Come, Follow Me
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Do you ever feel that preparing for your weekly Come, Follow Me lesson falls short? Join hosts Hank Smith and John Bytheway as they interview experts to make your study for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Come, Follow Me course not only enjoyable but original and educational. If you are looking for resources to make your LDS study fresh, faithful, and fun--no matter your age--then... more

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Recent Guests

Cammie Anderson
Dr. Cammie Anderson, educator and expert discussed in this episode
Episode: Love, No Pressure • followHIM Favorites • May 11-17 • Come, Follow Me
Dr. Camey Andersen
Guest expert discussing Deuteronomy and Come, Follow Me lessons
Professor/educator (implied via discussion)
Episode: Deuteronomy Part 2 • Dr. Camey Andersen • May 11-17 • Come, Follow Me
Camey Andersen
Guest expert, education specialist and BYU educator
Brigham Young University; Succeeding School program
Episode: Deuteronomy Part 1 • Dr. Camey Andersen • May 11-17 • Come, Follow Me
Dr. Dave Thompson
Guest expert walking through the Book of Numbers
Episode: Why believe Jesus? • followHIM Favorites • May 4-10 • Come, Follow Me
David Thomson
Guest expert; Dr. in his field
[not specified]
Episode: Numbers 11-14, 20-24, 27 Part 2 • Dr. David Thomson • May 4-10 • Come, Follow Me
Dr. Dave Thomson
Associate professor of cell biology and physiology at BYU, expert on aging and physiology
BYU
Episode: Numbers 11-14, 20-24, 27 Part 1 • Dr. David Thomson • May 4-10 • Come, Follow Me
Aaron Shade
Hebrew expert
Episode: Should've Listened to My Mum • followHIM Favorites • April 20-26 • Come, Follow Me
Dr. Aaron Schade
Professor of Ancient Scripture, BYU
Brigham Young University
Episode: Exodus 19–20; 24; 31–34 Part 1 • Dr. Aaron Schade • April 20-26 • Come, Follow Me
Sister Elaine Dalton
Former Young Women General President, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Episode: Exodus 14-18 Part 2 • Sister Elaine Dalton • April 13-19 • Come, Follow Me

Hosts

Hank Smith
Host of followHIM and lecturer in LDS scripture
John Bytheway
Co-host of followHIM, educator and speaker

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 14.5k ratings
  • Incredible!! Funny & Uplifting!

    This podcast is saving testimonies & families and the adversary knows it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoyfulMom5
    United States6 days ago
  • Who are we really worshipping?

    I am a long time listener, so obviously I enjoy the podcast. But from the very start there is one thing that rubs me the wrong way. This is the first time I have actually expressed it. I know it is intended to be a cute introduction, but every week the thought goes through my mind “who are we worshipping here, Jesus or John Bytheway. I don’t need to describe more. If you listen to the podcast you know what I am talking about.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    grandpa_dave
    United States9 days ago
  • Rebekah Call was Trite and Thin

    Listened for half an hour and learned nothing about the scriptures themselves, just Rebekah Calls personal opinions, how many languages she speaks, and her view that Lehi was a terrible parent. I’d love to hear from guests who are serious of faith and the scriptures, rather than repetitive and cliche off the cuff opinions.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lauren Mable
    United States17 days ago
  • Hank as a standard

    I really enjoy the cheerfulness this podcast uses to inform

    Me about stuff I never knew from the scriptures.

    I just saw a reel on Facebook, by a guy named Caden. Caden said someone called him a “diet Hank Smith”!😂😂

    Hank, how does it feel to be the yardstick by which other’s performance is measured?!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tatting Queen
    United States19 days ago
  • So Insightful!

    I have been listening to some past episodes to prepare for a talk in church and have listened to several episodes now. I am loving it! I feel I am learning so much. I love the deeper dive into the scriptures. The guests I have heard have been fantastic too.

    I do want to add a couple comments about the episode from June 19, 2024 about Alma 13-16. First off, the guest for this episode was amazing! She had so many great things to say about women in the Book of Mormon and women’s experiences world... more

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    5
    SherrySAJ5891
    United States20 days ago

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Some episodes feel like ads for BYU athletics, which can be off-putting to some listeners.
Guests are consistently strong and the hosts maintain a warm, respectful tone.
The show helps deepen understanding of Come, Follow Me concepts and scripture.
Scholarly yet accessible; deep dives that still feel applicable to daily life.
High quality content with great guests.

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Genesis 5; Moses 6 Part 2 • Dr. Kerry Muhlestein • Jan. 26-Feb. 1 • Come, Follow Me
Q: What thoughts do you have on the idea where he keeps telling to repent?
Guests emphasize the importance of continual turning to God through repentance, highlighting it as a hopeful process rather than a burdensome one.
Genesis 3-4; Moses 4-5 Part 2 • Dr. John Hilton III • Jan. 19-25 • Come, Follow Me
Q: John, can we come back to what you said about expectations in the fall?
It's important to prepare individuals for expectations of difficulty in a fallen world, as those can lead to greater doubt in faith.
Genesis 1-2, Moses 2-3, Abraham 4-5 Part 2 • Dr. Rebekah Call • Jan. 12-18 • Come, Follow Me
Q: Rebekah, can you speak to what you saw the general population says about Eve versus what the Latter-day Saints say about Eve?
The mainstream Christian dialogue historically has seen Eve as lesser, but Latter-day Saints view her differently, even though some subliminal threads still exist.
The Articles of Faith and Official Declarations 1 & 2 • Part 2 • Bro. Thom Reed • Dec. 8-14 • Come Follow Me
Q: What do I do with that uncomfortable feeling of I can see how inspiring this is? What do I do with everything before then?
The Lord wants us to live by the principle of forgiveness, and we can move forward from past issues.
Doctrine & Covenants 135-136 Part 1 • Dr. Keith Erekson • November 24-30 • Come Follow Me
Q: What would you say to someone who's listening, who doesn't know if they can trust Joseph Smith?
Trust is built through experience, and I've had experiences that confirm my faith in Joseph Smith's mission and authenticity.

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A thoughtful show that pairs hosts Hank Smith and John Bytheway with expert guests to illuminate Come, Follow Me discussions. Episodes often center on scriptural narratives, covenant theology, and practical faith applications, with a strong emphasis on identity, responsibility within the House of Israel, and how ancient texts translate to modern discipleship. The format blends scripture study, personal anecdotes, and scholarly insights, creating a clear emphasis on doctrinal clarity and accessible spiritual guidance. A standout trait is the consistent use of invited scholars and educators from religious studies programs to deepen understanding while keeping the conversation relatable for families, youth, and parishoners. Listeners likely va... more

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