The Little Lessons Podcast: Recent Episodes
Meghan Mitchell
What can a few mallard ducks teach us about our relationship with Jesus Christ? When our family found some ducks that decided that they love our yard, I didn't think they would teach me anything...let alone what a powerful lesson about our Savior.
MY unfiltered thoughts about Easter Sunday
All of this year's Holy Week episodes
Palm Sunday with Linda Crawford
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14755178-holy-week-palm-sunday-with-linda-crawford.mp3?download=true
Cleasing the Temple with Teenagers
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14759550-holy-week-cleansing-the-temple-with-teenagers.mp3?download=true
The Parables of Jesus Christ with Carson Mitchell
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14772199-holy-week-parables-from-jesus-christ-with-carson-mitchell.mp3?download=true
Wednesday with Dri Marshall
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14774501-holy-week-wednesday-with-dri-marshall.mp3?download=true
Spy Wednesday with Michelle Love-Day
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14781957-holy-week-spy-wednesday-with-michelle-love-day.mp3?download=true
Maundy Thursday with Pastor Nate Ray
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14782165-holy-week-maundy-thursday-with-pastor-nate-ray.mp3?download=true
Good Friday with Annette Lyon
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14792356-holy-week-good-friday-with-annette-lyon.mp3?download=true
Salvation Saturday with Kelsha Peterson
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14797406-holy-week-salvation-saturday-with-kelsha-peterson.mp3?download=true
I know Kelsha Peterson from community theater. She's an awesome, creative director with such a fantastic spirit! It was fun for me to get to know here in another context. I'm so grateful to her for coming on to the podcast and sharing her thoughts and feelings about the Saturday of Holy Week!
If you haven't listened to my other Holy Week episodes, here are the ones that you've missed:
Palm Sunday with Linda Crawford
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14755178-holy-week-palm-sunday-with-linda-crawford.mp3?download=true
Cleansing the Temple with Teenagers
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14759550-holy-week-cleansing-the-temple-with-teenagers.mp3?download=true
The Parables from Jesus Christ with Carson Michell
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14772199-holy-week-parables-from-jesus-christ-with-carson-mitchell.mp3?download=true
Holy Wednesday with Dri Marshall
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14774501-holy-week-wednesday-with-dri-marshall.mp3?download=true
Spy Wednesday with Michelle Love-Day
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14781957-holy-week-spy-wednesday-with-michelle-love-day.mp3?download=true
Maundy Thursday with Pastor Nate Ray
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14782165-holy-week-maundy-thursday-with-pastor-nate-ray.mp3?download=true
Good Friday with Annette Lyon
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14792356-holy-week-good-friday-with-annette-lyon.mp3?download=true
Scriptures in Matthew
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/27?lang=eng#:~:text=55%20And%20many,%2C%20and%20departed.
Scriptures in 1 Peter
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/1-pet/3?lang=eng#:~:text=18%20For%20Christ,fwater.
Scriptures in Doctrine and Covenant 138
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/138?lang=eng#:~:text=5%20While%20I,small%20and%20great.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/138?lang=eng#:~:text=18%20While%20this,erepentance.
When I intitally felt that I needed to do this Holy Week 'project', I immediately knew that I needed to ask my friedn Annette! She jumped at the chance and I'm so happy and grateful that she did because my mind was definitely opened! I love her thoughts on Good Friday and all that it means for Christians and frankly, all of mankind!
Annette's Previous Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13128206-roots.mp3?download=true
If you haven't listened yet, here are the other Holy Week episodes from this week
Holy Week: Palm Sunday with Linda Crawford
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14755178-holy-week-palm-sunday-with-linda-crawford.mp3?download=true
Holy Week: Cleaning the Temple with Teenagers
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14759550-holy-week-cleansing-the-temple-with-teenagers.mp3?download=true
Holy Week: Holy Tuesday with Carson Mitchell
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14772199-holy-week-parables-from-jesus-christ-with-carson-mitchell.mp3?download=true
Holy Week: Wednesday with Dri Marshall
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14774501-holy-week-wednesday-with-dri-marshall.mp3?download=true
Holy Week: Spy Wednesday with Michelle Love-Day
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14781957-holy-week-spy-wednesday-with-michelle-love-day.mp3?download=true
Holy Week: Maundy Thursday with Pastor Nate Ray
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14782165-holy-week-maundy-thursday-with-pastor-nate-ray.mp3?download=true
Nate Ray, lead pastor from The Front Church, joins me to talk about Maundy Thursday. Don't know what 'Maundy Thursday' is? Don't worry, I didn't either. Nate describes it so well as he teaches me about Jesus Christ washing the feed of His apostles and all of the symbolism and meaning behind that beautiful act of service.
Nate's Previous Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13383506-reluctant-servant.mp3?download=true
Holy Week Episodes
Palm Sunday with Linda Crawford
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14755178-holy-week-palm-sunday-with-linda-crawford.mp3?download=true
Cleansing the Temple with Teenagers
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14759550-holy-week-cleansing-the-temple-with-teenagers.mp3?download=true
The Parables from Jesus Christ with Carson Mitchell
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14772199-holy-week-parables-from-jesus-christ-with-carson-mitchell.mp3?download=true
Holy Wednesday with Dri Marshall
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14774501-holy-week-wednesday-with-dri-marshall.mp3?download=true
Spy Wednesday with Michelle Love-Day
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14781957-holy-week-spy-wednesday-with-michelle-love-day.mp3?download=true
First time guest Michelle Love-Day joins me to talk about her love of the Lent season, Holt Week and specifically Spy Wednesday. And because it's the first time that I've had the chance to visit with her on hte podcast, we talk about her and her family, her journey through life and her amazing faith journey. I'm so lucky to call her my friend and I look forward to having her on a future episode so we can talk about more inspirational things!
Other Holy Week Episodes:
Palm Sunday With Linda Crawford
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14755178-holy-week-palm-sunday-with-linda-crawford.mp3?download=true
Cleansing The Temple with Teenagers
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14759550-holy-week-cleansing-the-temple-with-teenagers.mp3?download=true
Parables from Jesus Christ with Carson Mitchell
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14772199-holy-week-parables-from-jesus-christ-with-carson-mitchell.mp3?download=true
Holy Wednesday with Dri Marshall
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14774501-holy-week-wednesday-with-dri-marshall.mp3?download=true
Lent References
https://a.co/d/7vW3qXz
https://a.co/d/08ixdlP
My amazing friend Dri Marshall kindly stepped in to fill a gap in my Holy Week programming that I didn't know that I needed! She teaches me so much! Wednesday of Holy Week is a day that we don't actually know a lot about. We don't have a very clear idea of how the Savior spent His time-maybe He was teaching, performing miracles, spending some time by Himself...maybe all of these above. With that in mind, Dri shares with my that things that she learned from her study of this important day and she tells me about some of the traditions from her home country of Brazil. I love her parting thoughts, that when we don't know what the Savior was doing, we can ask ourselves, What Would Jesus Do? And then we will probably have a pretty good idea of what He was doing on that day.
Dri's Previous Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12027995-episode-19-the-scholar.mp3?download=true
Today I am joined by favorite guest ever, my husband Carson. This podcast as a whole would not be possible without him and I'm grateful for him taking time out of his day to talk with me about the parable from Jesus Christ. He has a knowledge of the scriptures that I can only hope to gain some day so I'm excited for all that I learned from him.
Carson Past Episodes
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11296639-episode-3-the-guest-host.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13502790-the-big-blue-guy.mp3?download=true
Scriptures Referenced
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/22?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/mark/11?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/mark/12?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/25?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/46bednar?lang=eng
Both of my oldest daughters told me that this is their favorite story from Holy Week. I can definitely see how it would appeal to teenagers! They definitely have a unique perspective and I'm excited that they shared it with me!
Palm Sunday Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/14755178-holy-week-palm-sunday-with-linda-crawford.mp3?download=true
Siobhan's Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11762350-episode-14-the-mentor.mp3?download=true
Audrey's Episodes
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12687587-episode-32-the-young-one.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13043799-protocol.mp3?download=true
Holy Week Study Guide
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/easter/holy-week
I'm joined by my friend and former guest of the podcast, Linda Crawford, to discuss her thoughts on Palm Sunday, also known as The Triumphal Entry.
Elder Castleton was born with half of his heart. How's that for an opening line? He wasn't expected to survive his birth, but he did! Huge miracle! Because he wasn't able to participate in sports, he leaned into music and becamse very accomplished as a musician. With a desire to serve the Lord, he was called on a prostelyting mission to Chicago. After a very short time, it was determined that he needed to return home and shift his mission a little bit. He ended up on oxygen and now lives at home serving as a service missionary. But there's more, those musical talents that I mentioned? Yeah, Heavenly Father had plans to use those talents in an unexpected way. With permission from his mission leaders, Elder Castleton felt inspired to begin writing Christian rap and posting it on social media. Not the usual space that you would find a missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but he's doing amazing work and reaching people who may otherwise not hear the gospel of Jesus Christ. All the while inspiring people with his positivity and faith.
Rapping Missionary YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/@RappingMissionary
My Favorite Rapping Missionary Song
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gu9nifUU4M&list=OLAK5uy_nulzZPfPD-VtT7DKyHwq_GMBuqjyiSyEE
Scripture Quoted In The Episode
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/4?lang=eng
Andrea Hales is mom, a wife, a fellow podcaster, my new friend and she went to law school! So in other words, accomplished! She is the host of Tribe of Testimonies, a podcast which tell the stories of Native American and First Nations members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She feels called by God to tell these inspiring stories and does an amazing job!
Find Tribe of Testimonies here
https://tribeoftestimonies.buzzsprout.com/
This might be my most important episode. Or at least the most important one for 'me'. In the spirit of Lent, what will you give up? But more importantly, what will you ad? And how does that all tie into love? I'll give you a hint-loving yourself.
What does love mean to you? How do you show it? How to receive? Join me for the month of February when all episodes will be centered around 'Matters of the Heart'
Jenn Taylor is a master communicator! She runs a successful therapy clinic in Utah called 'Breaking Barriers' where breakthroughs happen every day!
TJ Buxton grew up in Salt Lake City and it would seem that fitness runs through his veins. Hi dad founded Sports Mall in Salt Lake City back in the 70's, an athletic club that has everything-tennis, swimming, all the workout equipment you could want. In 1990, he started Life Centre Athletic Club and TJ has worked there ever since.
Because of the industry that he works in, TJ has a front row seat to people seizing the new year by starting a new fitness regimen and then falling off the wagon. He also has experience with this as he serves as the bishop of ward-watching people try to improve themselves and then meeting roadblocks. But there is absolutely no reason to get down on ourselves at these times! That's not what our Father in Heaven wants for us and He will always be there to give us infinite chances.
TJ has observed the biggest key to our success in achieving our goals-spiritual, physical, emotional-is consistency. And in the process, we develop, increase and strengthen our most important relationships!
Returning guest, Life Coach Leah Allred, joins me to share some amazing tips on how we can set goals that are right for us that just might turn into habits!
1) Ask yourself this question, why do you want to change something? And be clear about it!
2) Choose the right goals for you, not somebody else!
3) Get off the motivation train and embrace the roller-coaster!
4) Get comfortable with the 80/20 rule.
You can listen to Leah's previous episode of The Little Lessons Podcast from February 2023 by clicking here!
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12167574-episode-22-future-focused.mp3?download=true
As we start a new year and begin making goals and resolutions, be kind and compassionate with yourself. Set goals that are sustainable and attainable and remember to keep the Lord involved in your goal setting.
The story of how a crummy Christmas memory turned into one of my favorite Christmas traditions with a little bit of humility, forgiveness and a yummy lunch.
Kami Weddick might be one of the most fun people that I know. She is funny, worldly in the best way and has such an amazing perspective on life. I'm blessed to call her my friend and neighbor! If you are a 'Disney Adult', go take a listen to her podcast Mouse Debaters. Warning, it's a definitely a PG-13 experience, but they are hilarious!
Meet my friend Angie Dugdale! She could give a master class in compassion and positivity! I'm so beyond blessed to know her! Her family's journey into the world of Type 1 Diabetes began 6 years ago when her son Ben was diagnosed. What a ride it has been and it has only made them stronger!
Here are a few resources that she's shared about T1D and things that you should know!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjmeWR2QGlQ&ab_channel=AngieDugdale
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFxe7k7qAZM&ab_channel=JDRF
https://www.change.org/p/american-diabetes-association-align-with-doj-update-cgm-school-guidance-to-follow-t1ds?signed=true&fbclid=IwAR0E3ReIruSYw9WcrVxGJZdssQxMITLH8hb4erjPD2j0nPrMI1KtgBXx5x4
Longest episode title ever....but totally fitting! Scott Stone and his family have bounced all over the United States from the Pacific Northwest, to middle America, then the East Coast and now South Carolina where he and his family will stick around. He's made chips and cookies and cheesecakes and bread all professionally....well, not the baking but the operations. Now he finds himself retired with a vegetable garden and hanging out with his grandkids. But his retirement doesn't look the way he and his wife Lori had planned. But would they change any of it, absolutely not. Find out why in this weeks episode. Oh, and did I mention that he's my uncle?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1BZkYfqa4Fs&ab_channel=JohnLennon-Topic
The episode where my 5 year old son tells about dinosaurs and Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.
My friend Nick (Hans) Huggler joins me again this week for an enlightening discussion about learning about other perspectives and other faiths-even those perspectives compete with your own. Spoiler alert, it makes you a better person and allows you to relate to the world better.
Give a listen to Nick's previous episode:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13464969-the-unbeliever.mp3?download=true
Here is where you can find all previous episodes of The Cultural Hall including the most recent Temple Ticker which Nick probably hasn't even heard yet!
https://theculturalhall.com/
Yep, it's a line from The Matrix. But what does it have to do with me or you or God? Listen and find out!
I have noticed, that when my expectations are unrealistic, I end up in a rigid box that cuts me off from guidance and inspiration. Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are ready and willing to give us the experiences that we need, but when our expectations are not where they should be, it becomes really hard for them to teach us and help us. Not to mention the disappointment that we might feel when things don't go exactly like we had hoped. But if we have realistic expectations we can align our priorities and focus on the things that matter most!
I never feel like I have enough...never enough sleep, never enough knowledge, money, food, willpower, friends, resources. I always feel like I'm lacking. And it's hard to get through life knowing that you need to do so much and be so much and get so much done when you don't have enough of what you need. But when the Savior fed the 5000, I think He taught us an important lesson about what He is able to do with limited resource, especially when we put our faith in Him.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/john/6?lang=eng
I could not have asked for a more beautiful or inspiring location for this interview with my friend Hayden Slaymaker (coolest last name, huh?). Hayden is a fishing guide on Great Bear Lake in the Northwest Territories in Canada, but he is a native of Calgary, Alberta. Our family has had the privilege of having Hayden as a guide two years in a row-once in 2022 with my husband and my father in law and then this past summer. He is an outdoorsman through and through with all of the skills needed to land a giant lake trout! Plus, he has a very inspiring faith journey!
If you are interested in learning more about the fishing lodge that he guides out of, you can find all of that information here.
https://www.plummerslodges.com/lodges/great-bear-lake/
It took a minute but I am finally able to share this weeks episode! I’m still traveling but at least I have reception. Rough seas on my cruise helped me better understand the power the Jesus Christ has to help us through our trials.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/hymns/master-the-tempest-is-raging?lang=eng
Natalie Hall is a wife, a mother, a friend, a scholar of the Constitution and is currently serving as the Mayor of the city that I live in! Serving in government is not the faint of heart and local politics is an unusual task in and of itself. Natalie talks about what inspired her to run for Mayor and how Heavenly Father has blessed her with a thick enough skin so that she can lead, make tough decisions and still keep a gorgeous and compassionate smile on her face!
It's my birthday! Well, not MY birthday, but the birthday of this podcast! I'm so excited! This has been an incredible journey and I look forward to what the next year will bring.
New Website!
https://thelittlelessonspodcast.com/
The episode that started it all
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/episodes/11238852
Carson Mitchell is a father, a friend, a neighbor, a brother and son, a business owner, a world champion trap shoot and he holds the very distinct honor of being my husband! In this interview, we talk about some hard things and I'm so grateful for his willingness to have this conversation with me. I'm sure you will appreciate it!
Some links to episodes that we reference:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11296639-episode-3-the-guest-host.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13420441-it-s-just-a-game.mp3?download=true
Nick Huggler is an old friend from High School that I reconnected with on social media. He and I could not be more different-on the surface. And probably the biggest difference is that he is agnostic and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But I think you'll find that while our belief systems are very different, there is way more that we agree on!
He references this episode in our conversation
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11398586-episode-5-the-big-easy.mp3?download=true
Nick Huggler is an old friend from High School that I reconnected with on social media. He and I could not be more different-on the surface. And probably the biggest difference is that he is agnostic and I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. But I think you'll find that while our belief systems are very different, there is way more that we agree on!
He references this episode in our conversation
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11398586-episode-5-the-big-easy.mp3?download=true
My daughter, Penelope Mitchell, is 9 years old and is in 4th grade! She loves to dance, has the best imagination and speaks 3 languages (I know it's a not at all humble brag but she really does know and understand English, Portuguese and German, I'm impressed!). In this episode we talk about how hard work pays off and how what she thinks about Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ! To listen to episodes that have featured my other children, click on the links below:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11762350-episode-14-the-mentor.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12687587-episode-32-the-young-one.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12848420-episode-35-happy-mother-s-day.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13043799-protocol.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13150287-all-star.mp3?download=true
In 2022, I was taught some very important lessons about priorities. And these lessons all came to me centered around the same topic...basketball. In this episode, I share how 3 very different basketball experiences showed me the importance of aligning my priorities with what God wants for me and my family.
Link to 'Good, Better, Best' by Dallin H Oaks
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/10/good-better-best?lang=eng
Link to the speech by Steve Kerr
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5x4eHn_3tA&ab_channel=BleacherReport
Nate Ray is a Utah transplant by way of the Midwest. Nate loves the Bible and loves Jesus Christ! Here is Utah, he planted The Front Church and he is doing amazing things in my community. He is a husband and a father to 4 adorable kids.
As the Lead Pastor of The Front Church in Bluffdale, Utah he has established himself as someone who leads his congregation with love as they strive to serve those in the community and hep them feel the love of Jesus Christ!
For information about The Front
https://thefrontchurch.com/
For a livestream and videos of Sunday sermons, visit this link
https://www.youtube.com/@thefrontchurch
Nate Ray is a Utah transplant by way of the Midwest. Nate loves the Bible and loves Jesus Christ! Here is Utah, he planted The Front Church and he is doing amazing things in my community. He is a husband and a father to 4 adorable kids.
As the Lead Pastor of The Front Church in Bluffdale, Utah he has established himself as someone who leads his congregation with love as they strive to serve those in the community and hep them feel the love of Jesus Christ!
For information about The Front
https://thefrontchurch.com/
For a livestream and videos of Sunday sermons, visit this link
https://www.youtube.com/@thefrontchurch
God can be found in the most unlikely of places. That's what my friend, Richie Steadman, learned when he decided follow and unusual prompting to attend Clown School. Sometimes God inspires you to do very strange things and it's likely that you won't understand why...but it might just change you life.
Listen to Richie's previous episode here
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/71543486942?pwd=7lVEjYljIuUuDnUbjRAZBnuMta9zX8.1
I'm joined again today by my good friend Megan Pizzaro. In this episode she shares some amazing experiences that she had while on a trip to New York City. I promise you will not be disappointed!
Megan's Previous Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/episodes/11621811
The midnight sun is a really cool thing to behold. Being in an environment where the sun never sets...it can be disorienting at first, but it can be a really profound experience. By witnessing the midnight sun on the arctic circle in Canada, I gain a new perspective on the love of God and how that love is everlasting.
The talk that I quoted
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/we-never-walk-alone?lang=eng
This is a throwback episode of The Little Lessons Podcast. It was originally published on November 3, 2022
I love having the chance to sit down and talk with good friends! And for this episode I got to do just that. Megan Pizarro is the Relief Society President in my ward (she oversees the women's organization in my church congregation) and she is also a dear friend. She's also been one of the biggest supporters of this podcast and for that I am so so grateful!
In this episode, Megan and I talk about her calling as the Relief Society president and the very important lessons that she's learned along the way as she served the women in our ward and as she has learned to rely on Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ and the people that she serves alongside. We also discuss some of her unique life experiences that help her be more effective at reaching out to those who are struggling and showing empathy to all of those that she encounters. She has an amazing story that it truly inspiring!
This is a throwback episode of The Little Lessons Podcast. It was originally published on September 29, 2022
In this episode, I share a story about how jazz music, beignets and chaos taught me to cling to the things that I know to be true, comfortable and safe.
Below are some links to come amazing talks that give me peace and comfort, especially when things get tough.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/23holland?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/10/an-high-priest-of-good-things-to-come?lang=eng
For some excellent reading about Joseph in Egypt, take a look at Genesis 37-41
Here is a link for the vision of the Tree of Life from the Book of Mormon
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/8?lang=eng
Just for fun, here's some Donny Osmond for you!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0w4maOLUfFk
Ethan Mitchell is my 12 year old son who is also a fantastic baseball player! He has been one of my biggest cheerleaders and I am always happy when I get a chance to return to the cheering! Just in the last couple of weeks, Ethan has been faced with some hard decisions, especially hard when you are a 12 year old! I'm so proud of him for the good choices that he makes and the confidence that he has in making them.
A link to another episode that we mentioned:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12443784-episode-28-the-games-we-play.mp3?download=true
Links to episodes with my other kids:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12848420-episode-35-happy-mother-s-day.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/13043799-protocol.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12687587-episode-32-the-young-one.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11759293-episode-13-mutual-respect.mp3?download=true
Please enjoy this awesome and inspiring interview with my friend, author Annette Lyon. We cover a lot of ground in this episode from spending time in Finland as a pre-teen/teen, meeting her husband while cha cha dancing and the inspiration behind her becoming a published author and the inspiration behind her amazing books!
www.annettelyon.com
Shaun Barrowes is an Emmy nominated composer and musician who has played with Imagine Dragons and competed on American Idol. I met him when he was the pianist in primary when I was the Primary President. Seriously, our primary was the happening place to be!! It was like having our own Billy Joel in the primary every Sunday. Well, he has now taken his creative talents into the realm of writing and it's a perfect fit. As the author of The Paradise Planet book series, he has taken world building to new levels. In this episode we talk about the inspiration behind this series, the world building aspect of writing and composing the score, and the hand the Heavenly Father and the Holy Ghost have played in making this project come to fruition. Run, don't walk, to get the audio book-you can get a physical copy, but I highly recommend the audio. Thank me later!
https://www.paradiseplanets.com/
Shaun Barrowes is an Emmy nominated composer and musician who has played with Imagine Dragons and competed on American Idol. I met him when he was the pianist in primary when I was the Primary President. Seriously, our primary was the happening place to be!! It was like having our own Billy Joel in the primary every Sunday. Well, he has now taken his creative talents into the realm of writing and it's a perfect fit. As the author of The Paradise Planet book series, he has taken world building to new levels. In this episode we talk about the inspiration behind this series, the world building aspect of writing and composing the score, and the hand the Heavenly Father and the Holy Ghost have played in making this project come to fruition. Run, don't walk, to get the audio book-you can get a physical copy, but I highly recommend the audio. Thank me later!
https://www.paradiseplanets.com/
The one where I sing Slim Shady. Audrey's back to tell the story of her concussion and what she learned from it and how she came back stronger!
What do weeds and perfectly manicured lawns have to do with comparison and our own perception of ourselves?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rAocNTxUzBY
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/gal/6?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/inspiration/how-to-stop-comparing-yourself-to-others?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/mosiah/4?lang=eng
Look, I don't want to tell you how to live your life, but if you don't have a friend like Linda Crawford then you are absolutely doing wrong. That's all there is to it. Linda is a Superfan of many things-her family, the gospel, he Savior, The Denver Broncos and U2 (although our opening question may leave you wondering about that last one). I am so blessed by her wisdom and her strength. I needed this interview-I hope you enjoy it as much I did!
So, have you found yourself wanting to know a little bit more about me? Maybe the origin story of this podcast? We go deep into the archive for that one! Big thank you to my friend Richie T Steadman from The Cultural Hall who stepped into the host position to ask me some questions! Literally could not have done any of this without him!
Heather Heywood is one of those friends who always has amazing, solid advice but is never afraid to tell it like it is. I love her for that! She is a wife, a mother, a musician and a dog breeder, but that only scratches the surface. I hope you enjoy getting to know my friend Heather!
https://www.gooddog.com/breeders/lake-mountain-doodle-utah?breed_id=159
https://instagram.com/lake_mountain_way?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==
https://www.facebook.com/lakemountaindoodle?mibextid=LQQJ4d
http://www.lakemountaindoodle.com/
In this very special episode, I'm joined by all of my kids and my husband to hear all of their thoughts on motherhood! I love these kids and I am so blessed to be their mom!
Bill Luker has led an amazing life! His experiences in the military, serving as a missionary in Ireland, and as a Patriarch have give him amazing amounts of wisdom. Be sure to listen until the very end to hear the story of lost necklace.
Kory Luker's Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/12216074-episode-23-perspective.mp3?download=true
Amanda's Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11668251-episode-11-the-bouquet-of-flowers.mp3?download=true
There Is a Green Hill Far Away
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/music/library/hymns/there-is-a-green-hill-far-away?lang=eng
Audrey Mitchell is one my 6 favorite kids! She was worried that she got 'rambly' but I found that there was a lot of wisdom in the rambling! If you are looking for an example of pure goodness, look no further!
Here are links to a few episodes that we reference:
Both parts of the interview that I did with Toni Ragsdale
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11489616-episode-7-part-1-i-am-great-enough.mp3?download=true
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11491224-episode-7-part-2-beautiful-crazy-and-necessary.mp3?download=true
The interview that I did with my oldest daughter, Siobhan. Seriously, how did I get so blessed to have two such amazing daughters?
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11762350-episode-14-the-mentor.mp3?download=true
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/1-cor/13?lang=eng
Andrew 'Mr Mayor' Mair joins me today and this conversation takes all kinds of twists and turns! Those are my favorite kinds of conversations and interviews-the ones that end up so unexpected. But honestly, I needed those twists and turns. Some of the things that Andrew and I talk about are so meaningful to me and he didn't even know it! Andrew is the author of 'Tales of a Paperboy-A Christmas Story'. I can't wait to read it!
Andrew makes frequent appearances on The Cultural Hall Show in Podcast Form. You can find it here
https://www.theculturalhallpodcast.com/
You can find out everything about Andrew's books and other endeavors here on his website
https://andrewjmair.com/
He Is Risen!
He is risen! He is risen!
Tell it our with joyful voice.
He has burst his three days prison;
Let the whole wide earth rejoice.
Death is conquered; man is free.
Christ has won the victory.
Come with high and holy hymning;
Chant our Lord's triumphant lay.
Not one darksome cloud is dimming
Yonder glorious morning ray,
Breaking o'er the purple east,
Symbol of our Easter feast.
He is risen! He is risen!
He hath opened heaven's gate.
We are free from sin's dark prison,
Risen to a holier state.
And a brighter Easter beam
On our longing eyes shall stream.
Joseph of Arimathea, Nicodemus, Mary Magdelene, and Mary the Mother of Jesus all played important roles in the burial of Jesus. Joseph took custody of the Savior's body and prepared it for burial in his tomb, Nicodemus brought oils and spices fit for a king and the two Mary's were keeping vigil, not wanting to be separated from the Lord.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2006/10/sunday-will-come?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/27?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/mark/14?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/mark/15?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/luke/23?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/john/19?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/1-cor/15?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/138?lang=eng
Jesus Christ was unjustly condemned, tortured, mocked and killed. For God so loved the world that He gave Hi only Begotten Son
On Last Supper Thursday, Jesus Christ celebrated Passover with His disciples. Did they know the symbolism behind their meal and all that would be taking place?
'Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all they heart, and with all they soul, and with all they mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself' -Matthew 22:37-39
If you would like to follow along with the study guide that I am using, here is a link
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/easter/holy-week
My favorite parable that was taught was Jesus Christ is the parable of the Ten Virgins. It has so much amazing application in our lives.
This is the second of several mini episodes that I am releasing to celebrate Holy Week-the final week of the mortal life and ministry of Jesus Christ.
Mark 11:15-18
This week, I am releasing several 'mini-episodes' focusing on the final week of the mortal life and ministry of the Savior Jesus Christ. I'm excited to learn more about it and draw closer to the Savior.
Misty Black is the author of 16 children's books-14 of which are best sellers! It was an unexpected event that gave her her first story and she hasn't stopped since. She is self published author of children's books that teach social emotional learning that also help kids see their won infinite worth. Her newest book is out now and it is not to be missed!
https://www.mistyblackauthor.com/
Candace Larson describes herself as Professional Mother-and as a mother of 8, I'd say that description fits the bill! She is also a fellow podcaster and motherhood advocate who helps fellow moms find the joy in the journey of motherhood. AND, she interviewed Kirk Cameron on her podcast....who wouldn't want to interview Mike Seaver?
You can find Candace's podcast on Apple Podcasts and any other podcast platforms:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-with-8-podcast/id1434703420
And you can find her website here
https://www.motherhoodtheprofession.com/
Does you family love playing card games? Our family loves playing games and our absolute favorites are the ones created by Brent Beck, AKA Grandpa Beck, AKA Chief Executive Grandpa! Our family has made so many memories playing games around our kitchen table. We love Cover Your Assets, Skull King and their newest release, Cover Your Cookies (a collaboration with Crumbl Cookies). If you want to stock up on amazing games that are fun for all ages, definitely get one of Grandpa Beck's games!
https://www.grandpabecksgames.com/
In today's episode, I sit down with my sister and former guest, Molly Ashton. We are talking about her amazing adventure climbing Mount Kilimanjaro. She had some amazing experiences and learned so many lessons along the way that you can apply to your life, whether you are climbing the tallest free standing mountain in the world or just trying to make it through today and get to the next.
Here is a link to Episode 18-My Sister, the first interview that I did with Molly
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/episodes/11983165
Have you ever asked Heavenly Father for something very specific? Like so specific that you didn't think He would answer. Plus, He knows everything already so He must know what you need already, right? Nah, we can get real specific with our Father in Heaven because the things that are important to us are important to Him. And because we are His children, you are His child, He will help us with even the smallest of asks.
Some Scriptues:
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/2?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/9?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/20?lang=eng
Richie T Steadman is a man of many talents! He has worked in radio, does singing telegrams and is one amazing podcast consultant and coach-I should know, I'm one of his success stories.
As the host of The Cultural Hall Show (in Podcast Form), he has published over 600 episodes and interviewed some amazing people. In short, he knows his stuff. Plus, he's been to clown collage, so there's that.
Listen to The Cultural Hall
https://www.theculturalhallpodcast.com/
Mom to 4 girls, owner of a successful Crumble store and professional volunteer-just a few of the hats that my oldest sister, Meredith Simpson wears. We chat about raising teenagers, how our experiences can work for our good, our shared but different experiences growing up and the vital role that humility plays in making it through our trials. Plus, U2!
A link to the episode that I recorded with my other sister Molly Ashton
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11983165-episode-18-my-sister.mp3?download=true
Kory Luker has lead an amazing life! You might remember listening to his wife Amanda from Episode 11-The Bouquet of Flowers. In this episode, Kory shares stories about his incredible and miraculous health journey which resulted in 2 kidney transplants. Hi zest and appreciation for life is inspiring....and we didn't even talk about his missing eye. We'll get to that story in a follow up episode!
Link to Amanda's Episode
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11668251-episode-11-the-bouquet-of-flowers.mp3?download=true
When Leah Allred sent me a Facebook message wanting to come on to the podcast, I was so so so excited! Having recently received her Master's Degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Life Coaching and works on helping her clients feel their self worth. She is amazing! We talk Disney Princesses and reminisce about our time in musical theater together. She is an absolute spitfire and I'm so lucky to know her!
Here's where you can find Leah!
https://leahallred.com/
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089798378976
https://www.instagram.com/leah_allred_coaching/
Sometimes Heavenly Father needs us to go through things that we don't want to in order to teach us important lessons. But what happens when we really don't want to go through that thing, we don't understand why we need that experience and we don't understand the lesson? I found some good insight and instruction in the book of Daniel and the stories of Daniel and Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-nego.
Be Not Afraid, Only Believe
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/10/be-not-afraid-only-believe?lang=eng
Daniel 2
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/dan/2?lang=eng
Daniel 3
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/ot/dan/3?lang=eng
Follow up interview with Surba Tucker! Surba was kind enough to invite me to go on a trail run -but really a walk on my part because I'm a terrible runner-and when Surba invites you to do something like that, you agree. And he was kind enough to record a follow up episode! We had a great conversation while sitting on a giant rock overlooking the Salt Lake Valley.
If you haven't listened to Surba's first interview, you really should! Episode 8-Mile 7. Also, I quote a song by Lizzo in this episode, do with that what you will.
I share a quote from Elder Jeffrey R Holland (I almost get it right) from this talk which is one of my favorites
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/04/lord-i-believe?lang=eng
Here is a link to the first interview that I did with Surba
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2035065/11534525-episode-8-mile-7.mp3?download=true
When I first met Dri Marshall, I had been called as the Primary President in our ward and I chose her as one of my counselors-having never met her. Our job was to serve the children in our local church congregation. As I got to know her, I realized how blessed I was, and continue to be, to be able to call her my friend. I've always known her to be someone who is so loving and caring who has an amazing testimony of our Heavenly Father and our Savior Jesus Christ. On more than one occasion she's come to my house and decided to do my dishes for me because she knows that I hate doing dishes and she has a servant's heart who will help anyone while withholding judgement. She is also an amazing cook. In other words, she's an all around great person!
My sister Molly and I have been planning on doing this interview for several months and I'm so glad we could finally make it happen! In todays episode we talk about some shared experiences growing up, how Heavenly Father puts us in the right places with the right people to help us and support us, Molly's entrance into the world of cookie making as an owner of several Crumbl Cookies franchises and we reminisce about our shared love for our mom's pot roast and mashed potatoes! Now its time for me to interview the other McGuire sister!
What do work out journals, new years resolutions and the beatitudes have in common? The concepts of growth, progression and perfection are all intertwined, but I firmly believe that they should not come at the expense of feeling like a failure....and I don't think that's what Heavenly Father or our Savior Jesus Christ want for us. In our question to become like Him, we have to be careful to not let our feelings of failure interfere with relying on Him and being kind to ourselves.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2017/10/be-ye-therefore-perfect-eventually?lang=eng
If you would like to be interviewed on the podcast please email me at littlelessonspod@gmail.com or send me a DM on instagram @thelittlelessonspodcast. If you know me personally, don't hesitate to shoot me text!
Here is a personal Christmas story that inspired me to always try to give back. When our family was struggling, several generous gifts were given to us which inspired my husband and I to give as much as we could when we were able.
'What can I give Him,
Poor as I am?-
If I were a Shepherd
I would bring a lamb;
If I were a Wise Man
I would do my part,-
Yet what I can I give Him,-
Give my heart.'
"In The Bleak Midwinter"
-Christina Rossetti
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UsH2J8bMZBE
Who knew that a single rock could teach me so much?
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2015/10/be-an-example-and-a-light?lang=eng
Matthew 5:16
16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
1 Timothy 4:12
12 ...but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
In today's episode, I have the amazing opportunity to sit down with my oldest daughter, Siobhan. We discuss what it's like to be a teenager in todays society and what it's like to try to grow your testimony in an increasingly turbulent world. She has some interesting insights!
We also discuss the amazing opportunity that she has to be a peer mentor in a special needs seminary class and how that has helped her grow her testimony.
Kelly Leonardi was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah. He played basketball at Highland High School and then at the University of Utah. After hanging up his basketball shoes, he transitioned to running a successful logistics company.
Kelly has an amazing amount of respect for his great friends who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and he never found himself ostracized or 'othered' for not being a member. He was always welcomed into his friends homes with open, loving arms. A testament to the mutual respect that existed between him and his buddies. An important 'little lesson' that we can all use a little more of.
Kelly loves his family and will jump at the chance to share his talents and abilities with those around him.
Sally Johnson wears many hats. She is an immigrant, a mother, a wife and personal trainer. And she's my friend! Everyone needs a friend like Sally who builds them up and encourages them to be their best selves. I think everyone should have a friend like Sally.
When Sally immigrated from Iran as a young child, she brought with her a fun loving spirit and a desire to live in the moment. Those qualities have served her well and she made the transition from the corporate world to her true passion as a personal trainer. Seriously, I've seen her in action with her clients and its amazing to see her at work and to see how she treats the many people who work with her.
Amanda Luker is a Texas girl at heart who has planted firm roots in Utah-and I am so blessed to count her as one of my very very very good friends (and luckily our husbands are great friends as well).
Amanda and I discuss her new career working in local government and all of the lessons that she has learned in that arena. We talk about her calling as Young Women's President in our ward (congregation) and how awesome it is for her to hang out with such amazing teenagers -two of them being my daughters. And we wrap things up with a beautiful story about the unexpected that Heavenly Father answered her prayer and helped her connect with a friend.
I love having the chance to sit down and talk with good friends! And for this episode I got to do just that. Megan Pizarro is the Relief Society President in my ward (she oversees the women's organization in my church congregation) and she is also a dear friend. She's also been one of the biggest supporters of this podcast and for that I am so so grateful!
In this episode, Megan and I talk about her calling as the Relief Society president and the very important lessons that she's learned along the way as she served the women in our ward and as she has learned to rely on Heavenly Father, Jesus Christ and the people that she serves alongside. We also discuss some of her unique life experiences that help her be more effective at reaching out to those who are struggling and showing empathy to all of those that she encounters. She has an amazing story that it truly inspiring!
What can tomatoes teach us about being a good neighbor and good minister? Turns out, they can teach us a lot! Maybe not the actual fruit, but the plants and they way they grow. Through analyzing the way the branches and leaves were growing, I have grown to have a better understanding about how I can reach out and help the people around me and in doing so, hopefully serving the way that the Savior wants me to.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2018/04/be-with-and-strengthen-them?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/22?lang=eng
(Matthew 22:37-39)
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/john/13?lang=eng
John 13:34-35)
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/mosiah/18?lang=eng
(Mosiah 18:8-9)
Surba Tucker is a certified personal trainer and someone who I am so lucky to call my friend. Born in Wisconsin, raised in Sierra Leone and then finding himself in Salt Lake City has given him a wealth of amazing life experiences. At any given time, you can find Surba doing an amazing and sometimes gravity defying workout, performing handstands in front of an iconic building or trail running through the Wasatch Mountains and beyond.
In this episode, Surba shares some profound stories from a recent solo trail run in the Grand Canyon (rim to rim), the lessons that he learned from a life altering concussion and how gratitude plays a huge role in his every day life. He even talks about the mental shift that happens when you begin to look at work as 'play'.
Find Subra on Instagram! @SurbaFit and @SurbaNatGeo
There are reasons that there are two parts to this interview with Toni Ragsdale. Reason 1, people really like the shorter episodes and I know that interviews will end up being longer, so why not just give the listeners two episodes? 1 a little bit longer and 1 a little bit shorter. Reason 2, Toni had amazing stories to share and I didn't want to cut too much content. So two episodes this week!
If you are inspired by Toni Ragsdale and the Fill the Pot ministry, I invite you to visit their website and find out how you can help! I promise you won't regret the experience!
https://www.fillthepot.org/
Toni Ragsdale is one of those people that you always look forward to talking to. You know that you will come away from every conversation filled with love and light. Toni and her husband Reverend Jay Ragsdale founded the Fill the Pot Ministry in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah. Every Sunday, along with their amazing teams of volunteers, they serve over 300 hot breakfasts to the homeless community. They also provide many other services throughout the week. Toni is full of energy and love for God that is infectious. You can't help but smile when you listen to her.
A few things that we cover in the first part of the interview...Toni talks about her childhood growing up in Chicago, her love of children and her desire to be a vessel in the service of God and His kingdom, how the Fill the Pot Ministry started and her experience living in Utah and raising her family amongst the Latter-day Saints and the struggles that that dynamic brought into her life...struggles that would become great blessings.
To find out more about Fill the Pot, how you can volunteer or donate, please visit their website for more information. I promise, you will not be disappointed!
https://www.fillthepot.org/
Little Lessons can be found anywhere and everywhere....including Disney movies! I was surprised when the lyrics to a Disney song came to mind when my husband was overwhelmed with our kids acting a little crazy, and I was even more surprised that those lyrics would be so helpful in my everyday life. Think about a time in your life when you have been overwhelmed or mildly depressed or just not knowing what to do next. How would those situations be easier if you had done 'the next right things'? And how many stories in the scriptures are based around ordinary people doing 'the next right thing'? It might surprise you!
Jesus healing a man with palsy
https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/mark/2?lang=eng
The Next Right Thing
https://youtu.be/kFkClV2gM-s
In this episode, I share a story about how jazz music, beignets and chaos taught me to cling to the things that I know to be true, comfortable and safe.
Below are some links to come amazing talks that give me peace and comfort, especially when things get tough.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/23holland?lang=eng
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1999/10/an-high-priest-of-good-things-to-come?lang=eng
For some excellent reading about Joseph in Egypt, take a look at Genesis 37-41
Here is a link for the vision of the Tree of Life from the Book of Mormon
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/8?lang=eng
Just for fun, here's some Donny Osmond for you!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0w4maOLUfFk
In this episode I am joined by two Sister Missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Sister Marchant and Sister Pulliam had so many fun stories and insights to share and their testimonies of God and Jesus Christ are so strong. We talk about their experiences as missionaries and discuss how we can do a better job of bridging the gap between members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and those of other faiths.
In this episode, I'm joined by a special guest. We discuss the many reasons that we should understand the unique ways that Heavenly Father speaks to His children and how knowing that can help us lead a more Christ like life.
What do you do when you find yourself in a circumstance that is not what you had planned for, through no fault of your own. It's easy, and sometimes justified, to wallow in self pity and lean into discouragement. But there is strength to be found in loving your circumstances and finding some joy in life's challenges.
'Come What May and Love It'
https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2008/10/come-what-may-and-love-it?lang=eng
'Joy and Spiritual Survival'
https://abn.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2016/10/joy-and-spiritual-survival?lang=eng
I never knew that a bumper sticker could have such a huge impact on my life. But when I saw it, I knew that message was for me. The message on the bumper sticker that I saw a year ago has reshaped how I see people and how I interact with people that I meet throughout my life. Heavenly Father has so many individual messages for each of his children that He is so excited to send to us. He will reach us in the times that we need in the ways that He knows we will understand. For me, that day it was a bumper sticker.
God speaks to all of us in different, unique ways. Because He knows us all individually, He knows exactly what we need to hear and the best way to get that message to us. And sometimes, those messages are delivered to us in small yet very significant ways. It's not always through a huge miracle. But how do we find and hear these small, little lessons? Through sharing her own stories and interviewing friends Meghan Mitchell will discuss the many ways that God is active in our lives, teaching us lessons through music, nature, scripture and sometimes in unexpected places like a bumper sticker.