Once again, Brad Wilcox joins us in today's podcast. The topic is one near and dear to not only the heart of Brad, but also myself. I am always concerned with the topic of journaling because there is a tendency for many to mentally shut down. Regardless of your thoughts on journaling, I encourage you to listen to why Brad journals. We also discuss how people journal and end with Brad sharing his deep personal feelings about working with the youth of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...

Brad Wilcox joins us today to discuss technology in the church and families and then shares with us the importance of scripture study and how he approaches his personal study of the scriptures. This podcast is part one of a two-part series with Brad. The second part will focus on the importance of journaling and how it impacts our lives. There is much to learn in these two parts, and I am sure you will walk away with not only a deeper appreciation of Brad but also a renewed desire to study...

In this episode, we will hear from Shelley Collins, who oversees the development of the Gospel Kids app that is for primary-aged children. We talk about the various features of the app and how it can be used in the home and at church. Parents, grandparents, and those who work with the Primary children at church will find interesting ways to use the app to assist children in learning gospel principles. Please give this podcast a thumbs up and tap the subscribe button if you have not already...

Join us for today's episode featuring our special guest, Jason Olson, the co-author of the captivating memoir "The Burning Book: A Jewish-Mormon Journey." Jason, a dedicated foreign area officer in the Navy, warmly shares his incredible personal transformation from his Jewish upbringing to finding his true sense of belonging within the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Prepare to be inspired as Jason delves into the profound influence that his deep studies of Judaism have had on...

Today, we have the pleasure of hearing from a very talented and inspiring guest, Angie Killian. Angie is a composer and author who has gained an impressive following of over 10 million subscribers on her YouTube channel "Angie Killian Music." She is known for her powerful, uplifting music; her compositions resonate deeply with listeners and are a favorite of Primary children. Through her music, Angie seamlessly integrates her love of music with her dedication to studying the scriptures. Join...

Spending time with author Lori Denning was so much fun. Her love of the scriptures shows throughout the interview. Denning has been sharing her love of the scriptures as the gospel doctrine teacher class for nearly 20 years. She is currently pursuing a doctorate in ancient scripture. In addition to her passion for the scriptures, Lori also adores dogs, relishes all things chocolate, and embraces new adventures with an optimistic perspective on life. I promise you will find this episode...

Today’s guest is Terryl Givens, a prolific LDS author and scholar. Givens is a senior research fellow at the Neal A. Maxwell Institute of Religious Scholarship and joins us to discuss faith, studying the scriptures, and on being a true disciple of Jesus Christ. Please give this podcast a thumbs up and tap the subscribe button. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show’s rating and makes it easier for people to find. If you have any comments or would like to request to be...

Today’s guest is Loren Dalton, author of a recently released book, “You Are Receiving Revelation: Now Act On It.” This book is a must-read for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As the title intimates, when we receive revelation, we must act on it. During this episode, Dalton and I discuss the importance of acting on the first impressions and not listening to the second impression that comes from the adversar Please give this podcast a thumbs up and tap the...

Melanie Stroud, author of Feasting On The Words of Christ and podcaster of the Come Follow Me for Us, talks about the difficulties of being a member of the church and going through a divorce. She also shares a simple, five-step method that will completely change how you feel about studying the scriptures. Please give this podcast a thumbs up and tap the subscribe button. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show's rating and makes it easier for people to find. If you...

My guest today is Laurel Ulrich, (I corrected her first name. In the previous note, it was Laura) a retired professor from Harvard University. Despite societal expectations that women should focus solely on homemaking, Laura pursued her education and received a Ph.D. while raising five children. She has authored several books, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning A Midwife’s Tale, and is known for her catchphrase “well-behaved women seldom make history.” In her latest book, A House Full of...

In this episode, I talk to Alan Russel, an entrepreneur and the Stake President of the Ogden YSA 2nd Stake. Alan is a successful businessman, but it becomes clear that his family and the gospel are where he focuses his time. I met him when I spoke for a stake devotional, and the spirit strongly impressed me to have him as a guest on the podcast. The spirit did not disappoint. I am sure you will feel the same way as Alan talks of his family, the events in his life, the gospel, and studying the...

Trevor Bell joins us today. He has taught seminary for twenty-five years and served as Mission President in St. Louis. He loves the scriptures and shares with us how he studies the scriptures and how he gets his students into the scriptures. Please subscribe to this podcast and share your comments. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show's rating and makes it easier for people to find. Send me an email to share your comments, request to be a guest, or recommend someone...

Our guest today is George Durrant, a beloved teacher, author, and, as George shared, “a pleasant man.” I have many favorite guests, and George now joins the list. I walked away a better man than when I arrived. My time with George was a humbling experience, and I am sure as you listen that you will share the same feelings. Number One Christian - YouTube. Please subscribe to this podcast and share your comments. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show’s ratings and...

Have you struggled to understand the "covenant?" Today you will hear Kerry Muhlestein, professor of Ancient Scriptures at BYU and author of "God Will Prevail," talk about God's love (he'sed) and its relationship to the covenant, what the covenant is, the blessing that flows from it, and our responsibility of being part of the covenant. The podcast is also the first to use chapters to make it easier to find the sections of the podcast that is of the most interest to you. Please subscribe...

Pioneers in the church are many and varied. Chris Worsley, today's guest, is a pioneer in use of technology in the church in general and in what was to become the Gospel Library specifically. You will enjoy hearing how he uses the Gospel Library as a Bishop and in studying the scriptures. Please subscribe to this podcast and share your comments. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show's rating and makes it easier for people to find. Leaving a comment is easy to tap or...

Mindy Zeigler joins us today. Mindy, a Gospel Library pro, has over 40,000 notes in the Gospel Library. She is currently a Gospel Doctrine teacher. I am sure you will find her approach to teaching the gospel inspiring. She offers some great tips on getting class members deep into the scriptures. Her enthusiasm for studying the scriptures is refreshing, motivating, and spiritually uplifting. Here are the links to the notebooks reMarkable and RocketBook mentioned in the show. Please subscribe...

I had a delightful time with Susan Easton Black, and it is a privilege to share with you Susan, the person. Come and learn about Miss Universe and a unique skill Susan developed in her early years, being a circus act, and how fashion played a special role in her life. How she found a better way to earn money than working at a bakery for .90 cents an hour and, of course, her unique courtship with scholar and author George Durant, and there is so much more. You will find yourself laughing and,...

Noelle, McBride, author of Beauty for Ashes—Divorce, and The Latter-day, Saint Woman, shares her experience of going through a divorce after 17 years of marriage, while staying spiritual anchored. If you know of a woman going through a divorce, I suggest they listen to this podcast. Noelle shares some great tips on setting guidelines and maintaining spiritual strength. Also some great advice, and how members of the church can help someone going through a divorce Please subscribe to this...

Noelle McBride, author of Beauty for Ashes—Divorce and The Latter-day Saint Woman, shares her experience of going through a divorce after 17 years of marriage while staying spiritually anchored. If you know of a woman going through a divorce suggest they listen to this podcast. Noelle shares some great tips on setting guidelines, and maintaining spiritual strength. Also, some great advice on how members of the church can help someone going through divorce. Please subscribe to this podcast...

The short episode is on using Notebooks in the Gospel Library and answers the big question I often receive. Furthermore, next week will be my interview with Noelle McBride, the author of Beauty for Ashes—Divorce and The Latter-day Saint Woman. If you know someone who is going through a divorce, you will want to share with them the episode with Noelle. Please subscribe to this podcast and share your comments. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show's rating and makes it...

Andy and Jan are a wonderful couple in Australia, whose life’s, since their interview at the beginning of the year, has greatly changed. This episode has been part of a miracle, which you will hear about in the introduction. You will enjoy hearing from them as much I enjoyed spending some time with them. Please subscribe to this podcast and share your comments. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show's rating and makes it easier for people to find. You can also share...

Taking notes during scripture study is vital. In this episode, I share some thoughts from David A Bednar, Richard G. Scott and Neal A. Maxwell on the subject, and explain why the Gospel Library is an ideal place to create your notes. Please subscribe to this podcast and share your comments. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show's rating and makes it easier for people to find. You can also share your comments, request to be a guest, recommend someone you feel would...

This is a very brief comment on selecting text in the Gospel Library. For most of you, you could skip this short commentary. However, I suggest you listen because you may know someone who has the problem I mention, and you will know how to help them out of the mess. Please subscribe to this podcast and share your comments. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show's rating and makes it easier for people to find. You can also share your comments, request to be a guest,...

Is there a difference between reading and studying the scriptures? In this short commentary I discuss the differences and share quotes from our prophets and apostles regarding the value of studying. Please subscribe to this podcast and share your comments. When you subscribe and share comments, it increases the show's rating and makes it easier for people to find. You can also share your comments, request to be a guest, recommend someone you feel would make a great guest, or suggest a...