Love in Action
with Dr. Hank Smith
The Savior didn’t just talk about love—He lived it. He reached out to the lonely, lifted the weary, and served even those who rejected Him. His love wasn’t passive; it was deliberate. In “Love in Action,” Hank Smith shares what Christlike love looks like in everyday life—how we can build stronger relationships, show up for people when they need us, and love others the way Jesus loves us. Whether it’s family, friends, or even those who are hard to love, let’s practice putting our love for others into action.
Parents often default to “because I said so.” But the greatest impact comes from inspiring those you love to act willingly. Hank shares how to cultivate moral authority and create real, lasting influence with people you care about.
The key to deepening relationships isn’t just loving people—it’s loving them in the way they understand best. You might be showing love in a way that your spouse, children, or friends don’t recognize! Hank breaks down the five love languages and how learning them can strengthen every relationship in...
Jesus didn’t just hear people—He understood them. Hank talks about the difference between passive, active, and compassionate listening, and how you can strengthen every relationship by learning to truly listen.
Do your kids, spouse, or others you love hesitate to tell you things? It might not why you think! Hank looks at how fear shuts down communication, why people hide their mistakes mistakes, and how you can create an environment at home where those you love feel safe enough to share openly.
When life gets tough, who do people turn to? The people they trust! Hank talks about how to become someone your loved ones can rely on, especially in the moments that matter most.
Ever been convinced someone else was the problem—only to realize it was actually you? Hank shares a funny (and humbling) sacrament meeting mishap that illustrates an important lesson about judgment, patience, and learning to laugh at ourselves.
Ignaz Semmelweis had the best intentions, yet he unknowingly caused harm. What if we’re doing the same in our own lives? Hank looks at ways to recognize your own personal blind spots, how to approach (sometimes hard) feedback with humility, and how to use it to grow in ways you may have never expect...
Ever tried to help someone improve, only to have them shut down or get defensive? It’s not just them—it’s science. Hank talks about how the brain reacts to feedback, why negative criticism doesn’t work, and how you can actually help those you love to grow.
When emotions run high and conflict is inevitable, how do we respond? Abigail’s story teaches us the power of peacemaking and Christlike forgiveness. Discover how her example can help you resolve conflicts with those you love!
Transformation takes time. Hank shares the powerful symbolism in C.S. Lewis’s Chronicles of Narnia—how a boy slowly learns, struggles, and is ultimately changed by the Savior. If you find yourself longing for a loved one's (or your own) redemption, Hank shares the good news: the cure has begun.
Can you love someone without endorsing everything they do? Hank explores how to balance your personal beliefs and convictions with compassion, and why relationships matter more than winning an argument.
Sometimes the best way to support someone who’s questioning their faith isn’t through persuasion, but through presence. Hank explores how to use these challenges to strengthen your relationships while also allowing space for everyone's own individual spiritual journey.