Did You Know? New Digital Tools Enhance “Come, Follow Me” Study of the Doctrine and Covenants

If you’re studying the Doctrine and Covenants this year, there’s exciting news you might have missed! The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has introduced integrated digital tools within the Come, Follow Me study resources, designed to enrich your understanding of each section by providing historical context and background.

Unlocking the Stories Behind the Revelations

Each revelation in the Doctrine and Covenants was received amidst specific circumstances—pressures, prayers, and personal challenges faced by early Church members. To help modern readers connect more deeply with these scriptures, the Church’s historical resources team has integrated over 5,000 pages of historical materials directly into the digital study experience.

These resources offer insights into the people, places, and events surrounding each section, making your study more relatable and personally meaningful. As John Heath, manager of historical awareness and engagement in the Church History Department, noted, “Knowing the context enriches our understanding. It’s so much richer when we see what’s going on with the people involved.”

How to Access These Resources

To explore these contextual tools:

1. Open the Come, Follow Me section in the Gospel Library app or on ChurchofJesusChrist.org.

2. Select “Home and Church: Doctrine and Covenants 2025.”

3. Navigate to your desired week of study.

4. Scroll to the “People, Places, Events” box located after the “Ideas for Learning at Home and at Church” section.

5. Click on the provided links to access related historical resources.

For additional materials, click “Click to see more” at the bottom of the box, which will lead you to a comprehensive list of contextual resources.

A Deeper, More Personal Study Experience

By incorporating these historical insights, your study of the Doctrine and Covenants can become more profound. Understanding the real-life challenges and spiritual journeys of early Church members helps us see the Lord’s hand in their lives and can inspire us in our own faith journeys.

As you delve into these resources, you’ll find that the scriptures come alive in new ways, offering greater spiritual impact and a deeper connection to the Restoration’s unfolding story.

More Study Tools from LDS Daily & LDS Bookstore

As you deepen your study of the Doctrine and Covenants, don’t miss the additional resources available here on LDS Daily and LDSBookstore.com.

Each week, LDS Daily publishes a new Come, Follow Me study guide filled with insights, historical context, suggested talks, reflection questions, and practical applications. It’s designed to help individuals and families better understand and live the gospel principles found in each week’s lesson.

In addition, LDSBookstore.com offers a family-friendly study packet tailored to the weekly “Come, Follow Me” lessons. Each digital download typically includes:

• A collection of easy-to-digest principles, quotes, and scripture references to guide your study.
• A complete lesson designed specifically for children, making it easier to engage younger family members in gospel learning.
• An coloring page or activity to reinforce the week’s teachings and encourage family discussions.

Want the packet delivered straight to your inbox? Simply subscribe to either the LDS Daily weekly emails or to LDSBookstore.com’s email list (bottom right corner of the website) and receive a link to the downloadable study packet automatically each week—no searching required.

Holly Wallace

Holly Wallace is a writer and storyteller drawn to meaningful questions and overlooked details. Her work explores Latter-day Saint life and culture through faithful inquiry, inviting readers to pause, consider, and engage more deeply with what matters most.