What do you do when your spiritual journey feels harder and more unfair than you expected? In this episode, Adam Harmon takes us on an introspective account of some of the difficult challenges that he faced on his mission, along with some the powerful lessons he learned along the way that ultimately helped him to find empathy, strengthen his faith, and discover his true character.
Brickman Allen’s mother asked him, “Why do you think Heavenly Father allowed you to jump and land on that nail?” Her question shifted his perspective of everything! Brick shares how his mother’s wisdom in finding purpose in pain became his foundation for facing some insane life trials. So why does God allow difficult things to happen? It’s not about the pain - it’s about the perspective.
What if your darkest trials could ultimately become your brightest testimony? In this powerful episode of Latter-Day Lights, we hear the incredible story of Jenna Frandsen—a woman who transformed her life from the depths of addiction, grief, and trauma to becoming a light for others. From losing her husband and battling substance abuse to discovering her divine purpose, Jenna's journey is a testament to the healing power of Christ and the strength found in remembering who we truly are.
Have you ever felt like the challenges in your life are TOO big or your burdens are too heavy? Olympic Champion Peter Vidmar talks about lessons on the power of perseverance he learned from his family growing up that helped inspire him during his quest to become an Olympian. His stories about a family member who fought polio, to a man who walked upstairs on his hands will show you how sometimes God doesn’t take away our trials, but makes them more possible to bear.
When the harrowing force of darkness takes over your very being, would you heed its warning and fortify your faith? From what first appeared as an ominous warning sign on her patriarchal blessing, devoted stay-at-home mom, Meghan Blanc, recalls her bone-chilling encounter with a demonic spirit that took over her body in a state of oppression—a life-changing event she describes as an urgent wake-up call to strengthen her spiritual shield.
How do we stay on the covenant path when life takes an unexpected turn?
Why is our faith often tested through trials? I’ve got some great examples from some great people.
Have you ever wondered how to find joy in the midst of chronic pain?
Dr. BJ Allen continues to analyze the role of prophets in a civilization’s stability and the power of faith, hope, and charity amidst trials.
In this episode we’ll talk about Mormon chapters seven through nine. These chapters contain the final words of the prophet Mormon and the initial writings of his son, the prophet Moroni. We’ll review two core concepts that are contained in Mormon’s final discourse; the ideas of identity and purpose. We’ll talk about how truly understanding our identity can help us have greater direction and purpose during mental health trials. We’ll also talk about how knowing our purpose can give us strength to endure difficulties.