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Finding Hope, Faith & Joy While Dealing with Chronic Pain: Crista Thomas' Story - Latter-Day Lights 58:04

6d ago58:04

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Have you ever wondered how to find joy in the midst of chronic pain? In this episode of Latter-day Lights, Crista Thomas shares her incredible journey of faith, resilience, and hope. From battling an undiagnosed chronic illness as a child to enduring a terrible car accident that miraculously brought unexpected healing, Crista reveals how her trust …

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From the Brink of Death to a Testimony of Faith: Goldieloca Tautuiaki's Story - Latter-Day Lights 49:11

6d ago49:11

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What visions unfold when we’re face-to-face with mortality? Hawaiian native and thriving NDE survivor Goldie Tautuiaki shares her extraordinary journey from being a vibrant college freshman with dreams of serving a mission, to confronting a life-threatening heart condition that caused her to flatline and be brought back to life three times in a mat…

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Dating and Divorce Through Spiritual Devotion: Anjilee Ferguson's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:05:09

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What transformative growth lies on the other side of heartbreak? Author and BYU Peer-Mentor Supervisor Anjilee Ferguson shares her soul-stirring journey through the complexities of dating, marriage, and blindsided breakups, revealing how these experiences have profoundly shaped her self-awareness - and, most importantly - her faith. From struggling…

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Finding Light After Loss - A Story of Faith and Hope: Sunshine Harston's Journey - Latter-Day Lights 1:29:34

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How do you find hope in the midst of unimaginable loss? In this episode, we sit down with Sunshine Harston, a mother of three who faced the heartbreaking loss of her husband to cancer. Sunshine’s story is one of incredible faith, where even in the darkest moments, she found grace, strength, and unexpected blessings. Join us as Sunshine shares how s…

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How Faith-Driven Hypnotherapy Heals the Subconscious Mind: Cali Coates' Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:14:12

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What if you had the power to better understand your emotions? From an inexplicable fear of intimacy, mother, wife, and "Missionary of the Mind" Cali Coates received a calling to tap into the transformative power of hypnotherapy. This journey not only allowed her to uncover the root of all her traumas, but also enabled her to positively influence he…

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Feeling the Spirit through Transformative Miracles: Larry McCally's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:40:23

1M ago1:40:23

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What happens when faith and perseverance meet extraordinary generosity? Former missionary and devoted #LatterDayLights fan Larry McCally reflects on how his unwavering faith and trust in the still, small voice of the Lord have guided him through numerous trials. Faced with the pivotal choice between serving a mission or joining the Air Force, Larry…

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How a Drowning NDE & the Book of Mormon Led to Conversion: Derek Tucker's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:14:17

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When face to face with your greatest fear, will you listen to God’s “yes”? From a life-altering near-death experience as a young boy, artist and leatherworker Derek Tucker shares how this profound moment planted the seeds of his faith, completely oblivious to the impact it would have on the rest of his life. Though it would take years before he ful…

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The Miracles of a Mother’s Heart amid Endless Adversity: Nicole Gustad's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:19:55

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Can miracles find their way to the most wounded hearts? Mother, wife, and soon-to-be author, Nicole Gustad, entered the world with a hole in her heart. Baffling doctors with her condition, this turned out to be the first chapter of a story woven with trials. From surviving open-heart surgery as a baby, to walking through life with clubbed feet, to …

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Stories of Danger, Miracles, and Faith from the Bering Sea: Jake and PJ Jacobsen - Latter-Day Lights 1:32:04

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We often talk about navigating life's storms with faith and resilience, but what if that's your actual job? Jake Jacobsen, a seasoned Bering Sea crab Captain, recounts harrowing tales of survival, miraculous interventions, and spiritual insights that have carried him through incredibly dangerous waters and unimaginable hardships. His wife PJ, with …

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Leaving the LDS Church and Coming Back! It's Never Too Late: Tonya Wirf's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:16:09

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Have you ever felt like you’ve strayed too far from God to ever come back? In this episode of Latter-Day Lights, Tonya Wirfs shares her personal story of walking away from the Church with her family, and how, through God’s grace, she found her way back. After years of feeling disconnected from the gospel, Tonya experienced a spiritual awakening tha…

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Viewing Your Faith and Life Story Through "Context Lenses": Alan Smith - Latter-Day Lights 1:03:50

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Sometimes, life’s toughest challenges can lead us to our most profound discoveries. In this episode of Latter-day Lights, Alan Smith shares how the heartbreaking loss of his infant son set him on a journey of self-discovery through the Spirit. He explains how looking through our "context lenses"—the stories and beliefs that shape our perspective—ca…

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God Can Create Beauty from the Ashes of Our Lives: Tracy Jo Rollins' Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:17:27

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In this episode, Tracy shares some incredible stories of the challenges, trials, blessings, and joys she's experienced throughout her life, along with some valuable life lessons she's learned along the way. From struggling with self-worth and seeking forgiveness, to becoming a divorced single mother at 19 and serving her own special mission, to bui…

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Unexpected Loss, Emotional Infidelity, & Learning to Love & Forgive Yourself: Sheri Ramirez's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:22:11

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Can you imagine losing your husband when you're only 22 years old? In this weeks episode, Sheri Ramirez shares her heartbreaking story of young love, and the tragic loss of her first husband to a rare kidney disease. She also opens up and shares her struggle with emotional infidelity in the midst of trying to cope with the overwhelming challenges a…

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Addiction, Divorce, and Finding Spiritual Resilience: Morgan Dastrup's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:37:49

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In this episode, Morgan Dastrup shares his story of how God loves us unconditionally and is always there for us, even when we make mistakes or things don't go as planned in our lives. As Morgan opens up about his journey, he takes us through some of the highs and lows of his life—from educational challenges, to serving a mission, to online dating, …

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Helping Our Youth with Depression, Anxiety & Mental Illness: Dr. Kyle Jones' Story - Latter-Day Lights 56:01

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How do we help our youth struggling with mental heath? In this episode, Dr. Kyle Jones openly shares his 20-year journey through the challenges of major depressive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder, and how the power of faith has helped him through it. This episode breaks down the stigma surrounding mental illness within religious communiti…

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Vinney's Back! Answering Personal Questions About His NDE: Vinney Tolman's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:16:53

4M ago1:16:53

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When Vinney was 25 he died in a Dairy Queen bathroom. His original episode was so incredible that we invited him back for a in-depth Q&A session to answer some of the pressing questions about his Near-Death Experience that our viewers have had since being on the show. This episode explores how Vinney's NDE has impacted his career path, and the emot…

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Finding Love, Faith, and Strength as a Blended Family: Donna Morris' Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:25:38

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What does it take to raise a blended family in the church? Donna Morris shares her incredible journey of becoming a step-mother to 6 children at age 23, and navigating the unique challenges of trying to raise a blended family in the gospel. Now a mother of 9 and a grandmother of 8, she reflects on some of the many experiences, difficulties, trials,…

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Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Inspiring Stories from the Marcovia Project - Emily Hemmert 1:18:08

4M ago1:18:08

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What if education could be the key to breaking the cycle of generational poverty? Join us as we welcome back Emily Hemmert for her third appearance, sharing remarkable updates on the Marcovia Project - a nonprofit initiative that has transformed the lives of 122 students in Honduras. From the crucial role of the church's Self-Reliance Program to th…

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Love, Loss, and the Promised Blessing of an Eternal Family: Angel Coates' Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:34:20

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In this episode, Angel Coates shares the heartbreaking loss of losing her husband to a tragic car accident, and how her and her family were able to lean on their knowledge of the gospel and the promise of eternal families to give them peace. Angel also shares how, through this difficult experience she's been able to provide additional comfort and h…

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Living on the Run and Receiving Pinpoints of Light: April Giauque's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:42:36

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Have you ever been on the run for your life? In this episode, April Giaugue shares her gripping story of marrying a husband with Schizophrenia, and living for years in a difficult and dangerous world that constantly blurred the lines between reality and fantasy. With the church as her north star, she held on to her faith during the darkest times of…

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From Video Game Addiction to Serving God: Grant Johnson's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:11:22

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In this episode, Grant Johnson, a psychology student from Southern Virginia University, opens up about his battle with video game addiction and how it affected the world around him, including his mood, motivation, relationships, and even his view of reality. Fortunately, Grant was able to find ways to overcome his addiction, serve a mission, and ge…

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From Catholic to LDS: Dr. Fred Dodini's Search for Additional Truth and Light - Latter-Day Lights 59:17

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From a young age growing up in a Catholic home, Fred had strong desires to become a priest, but several years into his studies he realized that he had a lot more questions than answers. Fortunately, through a series of inspired events, Fred was able to find the answers he was looking for in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and has b…

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Finding Humor and Hope in Adversity: Brian Boyd's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:27:30

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Ever wonder how laughter can be a lifeline in the midst of mental health struggles? Join us as we sit down with Brian Boyd, a substitute teacher whose humor and resilience have made him a beloved figure in his community. Brian opens up about his journey, sharing many of the difficult trials and challenges he's had to face throughout his life. Fortu…

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God Loves Us and Blesses Our Efforts: Jordan Robin's Story - Latter-Day Lights 53:53

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In this episode, Jordan Robins shares his story of growing up as a young man dealing with seizures and depression, and how God helped to strengthen him in his darkest moments. Jordan also reflects on various experiences throughout his life where he has been able to love, serve, and bless others through the priesthood. *** Please SHARE Jordan's stor…

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Embracing Life: Devin Cummins' Inspiring Tales from Jerusalem - Latter-Day Lights 54:01

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In this special episode, Devin Cummins shares some of the unforeseen obstacles, challenges, and trials, along with several blessings and "God Winks" he's experienced during his travels across Cambodia, Vietnam, Dubai, and even Jerusalem - which is where we caught up with him. Devin's travels definitely give you a different view of the world we live…

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The Spiritual Awakening of a Marine - An Unexpected Journey: Devin Cummins Story - Latter-Day Lights 57:15

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In this episode, Devin Cummins talks about his life as a marine, and his journey in the military and law enforcement. He also shares some of his most difficult and darkest times, and how the prompting of a bishop helped to save his life. Devin's story, while seasoned with challenges and trials, is also steeped in resilience, and is a powerful testa…

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Choosing Joy Amidst War & Tragedy: Michele Green's Incredible 90-Year Journey - Latter-Day Lights 1:27:20

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When Michele Green was a little girl living in Vietnam, her town was brutally attacked by escaped convicts from a nearby prison, and most of her family were killed, including her parents. Now an orphan, Michele's life looked bleak. But God had a plan for her that eventually led her to the gospel, and ultimately to the United States. With her new fo…

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Guiding The Youth Towards Positive Mental Heath: Jeff Howard's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:02:44

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Note: This episode discusses various issues that our youth are facing today, including suicide and how to recognize and help those who may be struggling; however, the overall message is positive, and emphasizes faith and hope. ----- In this episode, Jeff Howard, a high-school counselor discusses the alarming mental state of our youth and the diffic…

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Sharing More About His NDE - A Year of Reflection: Jerry Paskett Returns to Latter-Day Lights 1:08:41

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In this special follow-up episode, Jerry Paskett shares more information about his near-death experience, his recovery, the psychological battles endured, and the patience and perseverance that have become an integral part of his life. Jerry also shares some of the spiritual insights and lessons he's learned since his experience, and how it's helpe…

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1901: BYU Black Menace Leaves Mormon Church Over Racism - Sebastian Stewart-Johnson 4:56:32

7M ago4:56:32

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Get ready for an explosive and unfiltered look at life as a Black student at BYU! Sebastian takes us on a wild ride as he dishes about the viral rise of his "Black Menaces" group, a provocative movement that fearlessly called out racism within Mormon culture. From protests that sparked national headlines to tense confrontations with horrified churc…

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1900: No Nonsense Spirituality w/ Britt Hartley 2:11:00

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Today we are excited to announce the launch of an exciting new book: No Nonsense Spirituality: All the Tools, No Faith Required, by Britt Hartley. Please join us to discuss the book, and to ask your questions about nihilism and spirituality after religion. No Nonsense Spirituality Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous D…

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A Tragic Car Accident & Overcoming Incredible Odds Through Faith & Prayer - Shanna Arnold's Story: Latter-Day Lights 48:31

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When Shanna was 15, she and two friends were in a terrible car accident where her best friend passed away and Shanna was in a coma for three and a half months with bleak prospects of ever recovering. But through the faith, prayers, and blessings of her friends, family, and community, Shanna was able to overcome the odds, make a full recovery, and c…

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1889: Mormons REACT to Chad Daybell's Explosive Trial Defense w/ @HiddenTrueCrime 3:22:54

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Together with Hidden True Crime, we will analyze Chad Daybell's LDS Faith based defense on his criminal trial. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring donation through Donorbox Support us on Patreon PayPal Venmo Our Platfo…

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1888: Deconstructing Mormonism in a Mixed-Faith Marriage: Summur-Rayn Berrett Pt. 2 2:41:15

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Just when you thought Summur's faith transition couldn't get any more intense, buckle up for a mind-blowing ride in part 2. From uncovering disturbing details in the Gospel Topics Essays that left her questioning everything she knew, to grappling with the church's dishonesty about its history and finances, to watching her oldest daughter develop sc…

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1887: Returning to Mormonism after Falling Away - Summur-Rayn Berrett Pt. 1 3:28:47

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What happens when a multiracial woman raised in a loving family that valued advocacy, positivity, and education joins the Mormon church? Summur's fascinating journey takes you from her NFL player father desegregating a team, to her mother fiercely protecting her from bullies and racism. Despite nurturing experiences at home, Summur faced harsh judg…

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Navigating Life's Storms and Finding Hope, Faith, and Redemption: Carl Hovey's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:59:00

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In this episode, Carl Hovey shares several difficult challenges that he has faced throughout his life, from his family losing their home and being forced to live in a tire shed, to his brother unexpectedly dying from cancer as a young boy, to being picked on and bullied to the point that he dropped out of school and left the church. But God had a p…

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1886: Are the 3 Witnesses to the Book of Mormon Credible? w/ LDS Discussions 3:25:24

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Julia, Nemo, and Mike are back to discuss the varying accounts of the three men who supposedly saw Joseph's "gold plates" that eventually became the Book of Mormon. What did they say about what they REALLY saw? Episode Show Notes Youtube Link Nemo the Mormon - YouTube Nemo the Mormon - TikTok Nemo the Mormon - Instagram Analyzing Mormonism - YouTub…

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1885: Book of Mormon Evidence? Saudi Gold Plates are Forgeries w/ Bible Scholar Dan McClellan 1:11:09

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Last week Book of Mormon apologists declared victory when it was revealed on an evangelical Christian podcast that ancient gold plates were allegedly discovered in Saudi Arabia - in their minds, validating the Joseph Smith/Gold Plates/Book of Mormon/Nephites narrative. Today Bible scholar Dan McClellan returns to Mormon stories to show us the evide…

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1884: LDS General Conference April 2024 Review w/ Nemo 1:53:04

8M ago1:53:04

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Join us as Nemo the Mormon reviews with us the highlights and lowlights from the April 2024 LDS General Conference. Nemo watches LDS General Conference so that you don't have to. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or recurring don…

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1883: Mormons Explain Ruby Franke's Journal - w/ Julie Louise @julielouise1975 2:32:25

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In today's episode, we are diving into some of the most shocking Mormon-themed entries from Ruby Franke's journal with the well-known true crime and news TikTokker, Julie Louise. Gerardo and John will break down the journal's themes, looking at how they tie back to Latter-day Saint doctrine and practices. Julie knows the Franke/Hildebrandt story in…

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1882: David Archuleta's Hell Together, Women and Garments, Vegas Temple Payoffs | Newscast 015 1:58:17

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In this week's program, we take a look at the return to past instruction on the Mormon Undergarment as the new status quo and take a look at the aftermath of the Church's misstep on female Power & Authority. The newest creation of David Archuleta as well as other Mormon News will round out the show! Don't forget to like and subscribe! LDS temple ga…

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Celebrating the Savior Through Music: Andy Lloyd's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:13:36

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In this weeks episode, professional organist and composer Andy Lloyd shares his love and passion for creating beautiful, timeless organ compositions centered around the life, death, and resurrection of the Savior. Andy's celebrated works have graced the halls of many famous concert halls and cathedrals, from Notre Dame in Paris to his upcoming perf…

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1881: Isaiah & Mormonism - David Bokovoy Pt. 5 2:29:59

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David Bokovoy delves into Isaiah's significance in Mormon scripture, prophecy, and current events with an emphasis on understanding biblical prophets as social critics, not predictors of distant future events. We discuss scholarly debates on Isaiah's authorship and anachronistic references like brass plates, clarifying that the writings of Isaiah a…

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1880: Do Mormon Women have More Power & Authority than Those of Other Faiths? 1:22:05

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In a recent broadcast, one of the top female leaders of the Mormon church made the following statement, “There is no other religious organization in the world that I know of, that has so broadly given power and authority to women.” (J. Anette Dennis, 1st Counselor in the LDS Church Relief Society General Presidency). Please join Amy McPhie Allebest…

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Jesus Christ: Easter Glory - Easter Music for the Soul by Nathan R. Bradford - Latter-Day Lights 45:06

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In this episode leading up to Easter, Nathan R. Bradford tells the story of how he was inspired to compose the touching album "Jesus Christ: Easter Glory" and how it can bring us all closer to the Savior leading up to His death and glorious resurrection. To LISTEN to Jesus Christ: Easter Glory, go to: https://linktr.ee/nathanrbradfordmusic *** Plea…

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1879: Instagram Firestorm Over LDS Women's Devotional 1:28:43

8M ago1:28:43

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Join us today for a panel discussion on this week's firestorm over J. Anette Dennis's sermon broadcast to women of the church, which was uploaded to the LDS Church's official Instagram account. Panelists include: Julia Sanders, Celeste Davis, Samantha Shelley, and Alyssa Witbeck. This riveting interview takes a deep dive into the church's recent Wo…

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How to Become a Guest on Mormon Stories Podcast 8:09

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Hey everyone! We have revamped our process for becoming a guest on Mormon Stories Podcast. We are currently seeking panelists for a number of upcoming panels including a Relief Society Presidents panel, a Bishops Wives panel, a "Recently Returned LDS Missionary" panel, a "lost my faith in the last year" panel, a "Left the church recently BEFORE ser…

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1878: Healing & Joy Beyond Mormonism - David Bokovoy Pt. 4 2:58:18

8M ago2:58:18

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Ever wonder what happens when a faithful Mormon Bible scholar has a crisis of faith and steps away from the religion he dedicated his life to? David Bokovoy's candid interview takes you on a riveting personal journey from staunch believer to "spiritual atheist." He pulls no punches in describing how the Church's controversial 2015 LGBTQ+ policy sha…

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1877: Are Mormon Scriptures Historical? David Bokovoy Pt. 3 (Remastered Classic) 2:29:14

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David Bokovoy is back to apply higher criticism to Mormon scripture. Today's focus is the Book of Mormon & Pearl of Great Price which have been remastered from previous interviews 1020-1022. Episode Show Notes YouTube Link Mormon Stories Thanks Our Generous Donors! Help us continue to deliver quality content by becoming a donor today: One-time or r…

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A Brain Tumor, 2 Aneurysms & Having Faith & Gratitude: Roseanne Service's Story - Latter-Day Lights 1:06:17

8M ago1:06:17

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In this episode, Roseanne Service shares her story of how God has been with her through several life threatening events including a serious car accident, a brain tumor, and 2 aneurysms. But in her darkest moments, she has learned to lean into her faith and be grateful for all of the blessings in her life. Roseanne is an inspiration to anyone strugg…

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