How can you grow into the principle of revelation and learn to be spiritually led at this critical time of your life? Listen in as Sean and Brian discuss a pattern outlined in President Russell M. Nelson's talk "Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives" (April 2018). "Follow the example of the Prophet Joseph: 1. Find a quiet place where you can regularly go. 2. Humble yourself before God. 3. Pour out your heart to your Heavenly Father. Turn to Him for answers and for...

How is your study of the Book of Mormon going post-mission? How has the Book of Mormon helped you draw closer to Jesus Christ? Have you shared the Book of Mormon with someone lately? Steve Barton (former institute student council president, MBA student, RM from the California Los Angeles Mission) joins Brian and Sean to talk about how the power of the Book of Mormon continues to transform their lives. Steve shares how the Book of Mormon helped him gain strength as he dealt with heart...

The Love of God changes everything! Reyna Aburto (Former 2nd Counselor in the General Relief Society Presidency, Current teacher and coordinator at the Utah Valley Institute) talks about her experiences as a convert to the church, single mother, re-marriage and eventually traveling the world as a general officer of the church and interacting closely with Prophets, Seers, and Revelators. She shares what she has learned about the love of God for all of his children, how to gain strength...

Join us for part 2 of our conversation with Gary Little and Ryan Bennett about the Divine Gift of Forgiveness. Learn how to overcome the bullies of fear and pride through uncompromising honesty and embracing our three friends on the path of repentance- Godly sorrow, a broken heart, and a contrite spirit. Using the story of Adam and Eve we discuss the difference between "fig leaf" repentance and "coat of skin" repentance. As we let the Lord cover us through his Divine Gift we will receive...

Utah Valley Institute teachers Gary Little and Ryan Bennett join Brian and Sean to discuss powerful insights about joyful, Christ-centered repentance that they teach in their Institute class called "The Divine Gift of Forgiveness." The class is based on the book by the same name authored by Elder Neil L. Anderson. Learn how repentance is all about building a relationship with God and when done with a focus on turning to Jesus Christ it brings peace and joy. Beware of the two bullies and look...

Taylor Hartman (Creator of the Color Code, Leadership Consultant, Author) joins the podcast with his enthusiastic granddaughter Kennedy Gunn (UV Institute Student Council member) to talk about how understanding our own unique nature and the natures of others can help you connect and form meaningful relationships. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest suggestions, and provide feedback, please click on the following link and become part of the...

Many returned missionaries feel frustrated that they don't have a chance to minister daily to people like they did on their missions. Actually, they do! Morgan and Jenny Fife (Bishop, Attorney, Parents, Disciples of Christ) talk about how Christ like ministering can be found at the intersection of the two great commandments. Rather than feeling like a duty or chore, ministering can be a source of great joy for both the minister and the person being served. It's all about developing...

We continue our conversation about the power of covenants with Duncan Homer and Kayla Greer. They share how their covenants with Christ have helped them through trials and mental health issues as well as becoming more Christ like ministers. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest suggestions, and provide feedback, please click on the following link and become part of the podcast. https://forms.office.com/r/r7516nkf1m

Two young adults, Kayla Greer (Art of Dating Co-host) and Duncan Homer (UVU Men's Volleyball and Pickleball Teams), share how a focus on their covenants with Jesus Christ helps them navigate life (including their dating relationships) since returning from their missions. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest suggestions, and provide feedback, please click on the following link and become part of the podcast. https://forms.office.com/r/r7516nkf1m

Have you ever had a nagging question about church history or doctrine? Keith Erekson (Director of Historical Research and Outreach for the Church History Department, Former Director of the Church History Library, Author) joins the podcast to talk about critical thinking skills that will help you successfully navigate these challenging questions and deepen your discipleship in Jesus Christ. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest suggestions, and...

The PMG team joined Brother Brad Wilcox (1st Counselor in the General Young Men's presidency, former mission leader), Sister Amy A. Wright (1st Counselor in the General Primary Presidency, Missionary Executive Committee member) and Sister Andrea Munoz Spannaus (2nd counselor in the General Young Women's presidency, former mission leader) at the Together in Christ YSA Conference in Salt Lake City in the summer of 2023 to talk about the question How do I Stand as a Witness of Christ in Complex...

Ryan Eggett (Church music manager, former Institute teacher, former MTC choir director, Co-host of the Art of Dating podcast) joins the podcast to talk about dating. In his humorous and insightful way and drawing on his vast experience teaching dating and courtship at the Institute, Ryan shares the why behind dating, and gives helpful tips for asking someone out, planning a great first date and even gives his secret sauce for helping a first date to happen! He talks about the challenges that...

Ever wonder what it would be like to guard Kobe Bryant or be drafted into the NBA? Join us as we chat with Travis Hansen (former BYU and NBA basketball star, philanthropist, entrepreneur, and YSA stake presidency counselor) and discuss the many lessons he has learned about discipleship throughout his life. He reminds us that if we give a crust, we will get a loaf in return! Enjoy and share this with someone you love. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer...

Mike Kidd (teacher at the Utah Valley Institute, patriarch, money management specialist) joins the podcast to talk about some of the basic principles, both spriritual and temporal, that will lay the foundation for a solid financial future. He discusses budgeting, saving, avoiding inappropriate debt, payment of tithes and offerings and much more. Find peace as you become the master of your finances. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest...

Todd Simmons (Institute teacher, former stake president, master chef) joins the podcast to talk about how we can deepen our discipleship with Christ through worshiping in His house. Todd talks about several transformative principles he gets to teach in an Institute class called "Understanding Christ Through Temple Worship." Rather than seeing resources like church, the temple and the Book of Mormon as ends in and of themselves, we can re-frame our thoughts to see these as tools to help us...

Jonathan Sandberg (BYU professor, mental health therapist, former mission leader, current YSA stake president) re-joins the podcast to discuss how to maintain your mental health as you transition home from the mission. Using stories, analogies, and his vast experience, Jonathan points out the challenges and offers some great suggestions to help you find success. For more information on this topic check out two of our most popular episodes (S1 Episodes 11 and 12) where Jonathan joined the...

Ben White (Religious Educator, Author) joins the podcast to discuss the content in his book, "10 Questions to Answer after Serving a Mission." The answers to these questions will make a big difference as you continue your lifelong discipleship of Christ. If you love what you learn we invite you to share this episode and podcast with your friends. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest suggestions, and provide feedback, please click on the...

Tucker Boyle (S&I Teacher, YSA Bishop) tells his compelling story of navigating a heart wrenching faith crisis. He shares an inspiring witness of the love of God and the principles he learned along the way. He ends with his powerful witness of the Savior Jesus Christ. If you have gone through a faith crisis or want to know how to help someone who is struggling, you will not want to miss this episode. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest...

Buckle up and get ready to learn from an F-16 Fighter Pilot turned international leadership consultant. Rob Schallenberger, CEO of Becoming Your Best Global Leadership, joins the podcast to talk about practical tips that can help RM's turn their dreams into reality. He'll teach you how to take the planning skills you learned on your mission to the next level. Rob combines his professional expertise with his powerful testimony of the Savior Jesus Christ to inspire our listeners to "become...

Jared Danis re-joins the podcast to tell a miraculous story about helping one of his former companions re-build his faith in Jesus Christ. Sean and Jared talk about the stewardship we each have to be "True Friends" (2 Nephi 1:30) to our companions and the significant role of the Book of Mormon in helping us to stay close to the Savior. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest suggestions, and provide feedback, please click on the following link...

Jared Danis is a successful businessman who leads teams of young adults doing summer sales. His experience with seeing returned missionaries lose their way prompted him to come to the Institute to see if he could teach a class for returned missionaries. In this episode you will hear Jared share his experiences and insights and feel the power of his love of the gospel, the returned missionary and his passion for helping them to be lifelong disciples of Jesus Christ. To subscribe to the...

Steve and Marianna Richardson (BYU Professors, Returned Mission Leaders, Institute teachers, Authors, Parents of 12 children, Patriarch) join Sean to discuss how missionaries can keep their plan from the mission alive. Sean talks about his participation in the filming of the "My Plan" program that missionaries do their last 6 weeks of the mission. The Richardsons discuss how RM's can return home and implement and build upon that plan. They discuss how your patriarchal blessing can play a key...

In this episode we continue our conversation with Glen Mella (Business leader, former Area Seventy, former Mission President, and current Director of the Orem Temple Open House). Have you ever felt hopeless after making a mistake and finding yourself far from where you thought you would be? Glen talks about the joy that comes from turning to the Savior when your life gets off track and trusting your priesthood leaders to help you find peace in the repentance process. He shares 3 important...

Glen Mella (Business leader, former Area Seventy, former Mission Leader, and Current Director of the Orem temple open house and dedication) joins the podcast to talk about some of the important habits returning missionaries can develop in order to continue their lifelong discipleship. Stay tuned for part 2 of our conversation with Glen in episode 3. To subscribe to the podcast and to interact with the hosts, offer topic and guest suggestions, and provide feedback, please click on the...