The scriptures warn about "sleeping nations" and tell us to "awake, awake!" But what if we’re spiritually snoozing without realizing it? John breaks down how we can wake up and avoid spiritual procrastination.
Prof. Shima Baughman continues her discussion of Doctrine and Covenants Section 45, which discusses the signs of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. She discusses faith, repentance, and service based on the physical, spiritual, and social signs described in scripture.
Ever feel too small, too weak, or too young to make a difference? So did the stripling warriors. But their faith and exact obedience invited God’s power in miraculous ways. Author and speaker Meg Johnson shares that YOU can do the same!
Americans reported reading 12 books on average in 2022. That’s the lowest number since Gallup started polling on this in the 90s. Survey data from 2023 show nearly half of US adults didn't read—or listen to—even one book that year. It's no wonder; book reading has to compete with endless news feeds, social media sites, streaming services, and even podcasts for free time. Teachers are starting to worry about this. College professors report their incoming freshman seem unable to stick with long, complicated texts. At the high school level, teachers are taking novels off their curriculum entirely, sticking to excerpts and movie-versions of the classics.
Steve sits down with Imam Shuaib Din, who is the director of religious affairs at Utah Islamic Center located in West Jordan City, Utah. He and Steve have a conversation about the Hajj, ritual, and how he ended up in Utah. Born in Wisconsin and raised in Chicago, he graduated from the Institute of Islamic Studies in Dewbury, England, and completed a 5-year course in Islamic Theology at Dar ul Uloom University in Karachi, Pakistan. He is the recipient of the World Peace Federation’s Ambassador of Peace Award and the Utah Office of Ethnic Affairs’ Community Service Award.
In Doctrine and Covenants 35, the Lord says He calls the “weak things of the world” to do His work. But how does that apply to us? John explores the surprising way the Lord strengthens His servants, how He transforms our weaknesses into power, and what it really means when He says, your arm shall be my arm. If you’ve ever felt unqualified or inadequate, this episode will give you hope!
Kindness isn’t always easy—it takes courage to stand up, speak up, and reach out. Sometimes, it means defending someone, and sometimes, it means stepping outside your comfort zone. Rachel Rhien Tucker shares why being brave enough to be kind makes all the difference.
This is a rebroadcast from Salty Saints @TheSaltySaints: What if your elders quorum could be completely transformed? One elders quorum president has a bold new vision that could reshape Latter-day Saint priesthood meetings, service efforts, and quorum unity. Hayden Holm, co-host of Salty Saints, and guest Daniel Ockey—an Elders Quorum president from Charlotte, North Carolina—shares an innovative approach to revitalizing the elders quorum experience. Daniel’s bold new vision could reshape meetings, service efforts, and quorum unity, potentially changing ward culture, ministering, and priesthood responsibilities for the better. This is a rebroadcast of the original conversation from Salty Saints.
Are you waiting for the perfect moment to do good? To serve? To grow in faith? Steve Scott’s son didn’t wait—he ran up the temple steps, ready to see God. His childlike faith is a reminder that being anxiously engaged in a good cause means choosing action over hesitation. So here’s your challenge—write down a few ways you can be more intentional in doing good. Even small actions create massive spiritual momentum. The question is, are you running toward God, or standing still?
The parable of the Good Samaritan is more than just a nice story—it’s an invitation. In Luke 10, the Samaritan tells the innkeeper, “Take care of him.” That’s exactly what the Savior asks of us. Who in your life needs care today? Maybe it’s a friend who’s feeling left out. Maybe it’s a family member who needs a listening ear. Maybe it’s a stranger whose day could be changed by a small act of kindness. Take the challenge today—ask the Savior to open your eyes to someone you can help. A simple act of love can be life-changing.