With Jen's faith in Christ, her life was changed from being a homeless meth addict to helping others. CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains sensitive content that may be triggering or offensive to some audiences. Parental discretion is advised.
Listen to Big Picture to get the quick context for this week’s reading, 1 and 2 Peter!
Our guest today is a long-time friend and collaborator, and an incredibly unique voice in the Latter-day Saint tradition: Thomas McConkie. Thomas is an author, developmental researcher and meditation teacher who has been practicing under masters in the traditions of Sufism, Buddhism and Christian contemplation, among others for over 25 years. Thomas is the founder of Lower Lights School of Wisdom, and is is currently researching and writing on transformative spiritual practice at Harvard Divinity School.
Jared Olsen is a father, husband, entrepreneur, workplace culture enthusiast, millennial, and Nacho Libre lover. His days are spent at JobNimbus in People Experience (PX). He is also the president & co-founder of REYFYA—the first outsourced culture consulting business in the Silicon Slopes—and a board member at Disrupt SLC. Jared was named by Utah Business Magazine as the first-ever "HR Disruptor of the Year". He has an MBA and is SPHR & SHRM-SCP certified. Matt Brown is a mentor and coach specializing in leadership, learning, project management, and more. He has worked in real estate and as a police officer, eventually retiring before embarking on a new adventure and earning an MBA. Matt is certified in Strengthfinders and RESPECT styles, and works at JobNimbus as a People Success Coach. Links
In this episode, Nathan Gewondjan shares how certain trials and events on his mission helped him to find his "why" and reignite his passion and purpose for the gospel, ultimately leading him to start the "Called to Serve" podcast and write the book, "Finding Your Why - How to Get the Most Out of Your Mission". Nathan is a force for good in this world, and his story will inspire you. If you're on the fence about serving a mission, whether young or old, this episode will give you helpful insight and perspective.
Never underestimate the power of prayer and testimony in helping others...and that includes ourselves.
Every year it feels like there's a new kind of phone, a new social media app, or some new tech that our kids want to try. And as parents, it can feel impossible to keep up with. What is safe for them to use, and at what age? Is it even possible to protect them from the harmful influences on the internet? In this episode of The Council of Moms, Lisa talks with Gina James, Emilie Starr, and Julie Taylor about their experiences.
Today we're studying James 3:10 in just one minute! Grab your scriptures and let's dive into them together!
Hank Smith and John Bytheway talk about this week's Come, Follow Me study.
You cannot serve God without offending the devil. Overcoming the natural man is one of the most difficult tasks we face in this life. If you’d like to view the video that goes with this podcast, click here