Staying on the Covenant Path Post-Divorce: Grayson McAllister's Story - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
4d ago
How do we stay on the covenant path when life takes an unexpected turn? Full-time family therapy student & 3-year divorcee Grayson McAllister shares his inspiring journey of navigating life as a single father after a painful divorce. Beginning with his once sought-after ideal of the perfect family, Grayson takes us through the realities of marriage and the unexpected challenges that tested his faith, resilience, and understanding of what it truly means to walk the covenant path. Despite facing societal judgment among members of the Church post-divorce, Grayson found solace in his relatio ..read more
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The Miracles of a Mother’s Heart amid Endless Adversity: Nicole Gustad's Story - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
4d ago
Can miracles find their way to the most wounded hearts? Mother, wife, and soon-to-be author, Nicole Gustad, entered the world with a hole in her heart. Baffling doctors with her condition, this turned out to be the first chapter of a story woven with trials. From surviving open-heart surgery as a baby, to walking through life with clubbed feet, to bearing the unimaginable loss of her infant daughter—Nicole’s unwavering faith in God illuminated her path through the darkest valleys. Faced with her greatest fear—passing on her genetic conditions to her daughter, all while grappling with her own ..read more
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Viewing Your Faith and Life Story Through "Context Lenses": Alan Smith - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
4d ago
Sometimes, life’s toughest challenges can lead us to our most profound discoveries. In this episode of Latter-day Lights, Alan Smith shares how the heartbreaking loss of his infant son set him on a journey of self-discovery through the Spirit. He explains how looking through our "context lenses"—the stories and beliefs that shape our perspective—can help us see life more clearly and find peace, even in tough times. Alan's journey reminds us that by adjusting our lenses, we can better understand God's guidance in our lives. Alan’s unique love for shoes and his exploration of his faith show t ..read more
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From Catholic to LDS: Dr. Fred Dodini's Search for Additional Truth and Light - Latter-Day Lights
LDS Podcast
by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
4d ago
From a young age growing up in a Catholic home, Fred had strong desires to become a priest, but several years into his studies he realized that he had a lot more questions than answers. Fortunately, through a series of inspired events, Fred was able to find the answers he was looking for in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and has been a faithful member ever since. As a professional therapist, the gospel has helped Dr. Dodini to help many of his clients to view their lives from a different, higher, and holier perspective.  These ideas and perspectives are so valuable tha ..read more
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Overcoming Trials and Swimming the English Channel: Greg Mockett's Story - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
4d ago
As Greg stood in front of his Elder's Quorum one Sunday, he knew that many of them were going through really difficult trials.  It was in this moment that he made the comment "I could probably swim 45 yards on my own, but with God's help I could swim the English Channel". 6 years later at the age of 52, he actually did. Greg's story isn't merely a tale of athletic triumph; it's a journey of battling through the storms of addiction, business failure, health scares, difficult trials, and the quest for purpose. Greg's reflections on the miraculous assistance he received, the significance ..read more
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The Mormon Wolf of Wall Street - From Prison to Redemption: Shane Baldwin's Story - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
4d ago
Shane Baldwin's fascinating life story reads like a movie script - from the heights of success and prosperity to losing everything and serving 5 years in prison - ultimately finding purpose and redemption in the journey through helping others and sharing the gospel. In this episode, we get a glimpse into the life of the man tagged as the "Mormon Wolf of Wall Street," as he shares his unique journey of resilience, faith, and transformation. *** Please SHARE Shane's story and help us spread hope and light to others. *** To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/rjRNgcMbi6M ..read more
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Turning Brokenness Into Beauty: Jesse and Rene'e La Montagne Dunn's Story - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
1w ago
How can the darkest moments of our lives prepare us to light the way for others? Coaches Jesse and Rene’e La Montagne Dunn share their inspiring journey of transforming lives within the incarcerated community. Their own daughter’s incarceration became a pivotal moment for them, awakening a profound calling to address the pain and challenges faced by those society often overlooks. Through their nonprofit foundation, "Go Broken to Beautiful," they have channeled their own struggles and personal growth into a mission of hope, empowering others to find healing, faith, and the strength to rebuild ..read more
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Growing Up in a Polygamous Family & Learning from Adversity: Liz Watt's Story - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
1w ago
Ever wondered what it's like growing up in a polygamous family? Or what it takes to leave? In this episode, Liz Watts shares her extraordinary journey growing up in a polygamous family in Utah. A journey marked by clashes with societal norms, struggles with identity, and grappling with faith, Liz's story is one of resilience and determination. *** Please SHARE Liz's story and help us spread hope and light to others. *** To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/lliENcjNbqY ----- To LEARN more about the Be Healthy Utah Conference, visit: https://www.behealthyutah.com/ To LI ..read more
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From the Brink of Death to a Testimony of Faith: Goldieloca Tautuiaki's Story - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
3w ago
What visions unfold when we’re face-to-face with mortality? Hawaiian native and thriving NDE survivor Goldie Tautuiaki shares her extraordinary journey from being a vibrant college freshman with dreams of serving a mission, to confronting a life-threatening heart condition that caused her to flatline and be brought back to life three times in a matter of minutes. In this episode, Goldie opens up about her profound near-death experience—including spiritual encounters during a medically induced coma, and overcoming medical setbacks that threatened her ability to serve a mission. Delve into the ..read more
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Dating and Divorce Through Spiritual Devotion: Anjilee Ferguson's Story - Latter-Day Lights
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by Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley
1M ago
What transformative growth lies on the other side of heartbreak? Author and BYU Peer-Mentor Supervisor Anjilee Ferguson shares her soul-stirring journey through the complexities of dating, marriage, and blindsided breakups, revealing how these experiences have profoundly shaped her self-awareness - and, most importantly - her faith. From struggling to find love post-divorce, to navigating the societal pressure on women to marry, Anjilee delves into the life lessons encapsulated in her book, “Yes, No, Maybe So.” Tune in as she offers insights into how her faith has been both tested and streng ..read more
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