Seeking Light Podcast

This is such a beautiful time of year in our area. We have spring trees flowering everywhere. On our property alone we have several different fruit bearing trees. As I walk outside each day, I see trees surrounding our neighborhood. That got me thinking about the significance of trees in the standard works. The Garden of Eden, The Garden of Gethsemane, The Tree of Life and The Sacred Grove. Join m...

Cindy grew up in Portand Oregon. From her earliest memories she experienced abuse from the hands of the adults who were to care for her. She emailed me, "My life has been full of trials but the attonement has been my lifeline since I was baptized back in 2010. Through Schizoaffective disorder, mental health breakdowns, grief from miscarriage after miscarriage, the attonement of Christ has bee...

I had the great opportunity to go to general conference and listen to Bailey sing in the conference center and the enjoy the wonderful talks from the leaders of our church. Today I share 3 talks that really touched my heart and answered my prayers. Join me today as I share those 3 talks. “Be Still, and Know That I Am God” April 2024 Elder David A Bednar God’s Intent Is to Bring You Home" April 202...

So many wonderful things are happening in our family right now. My heart is very full. I have spent the last 2 weeks reflecting on parenting and how many times I have symbolically "dropped the ball". Parenting has taught me so many incredible life lessons. Here are just three that I share today: 1. Saying SORRY as many times as I can 2. Trying to do BETTER each day 3. Having FAITH in Heavenly Fath...

Matt needed to go walking around the backyard to find the area that our goats were escaping from our yard into our neighbors yard. He was dressed in a warm coat and in shorts. When he went in the house he said his legs were hurting because of all the cuts he got all over his legs. He showed me all the cuts and scratches and said, “I knew that I shouldn’t have worn these shorts”. My mind began to t...

While reading my scriptures these words popped out to me: "he sought much opportunity that he might come unto me." That is exactly what satan does, he seeks after us to lead us away with flattery and false information. With our desires to live a good life, obey God and follow the Savior, we need to be sure to be like Jacob and be NOT BE SHAKEN by his deceits and false words. Jacob 7: 1 And now it...

The missionaries came for dinner and shared a spiritual thought. The newest missionary shared a spiritual insight from his personal scripture. Studying Alma 38 about Shiblon really touched him. That led my thoughts back to myself when I was a teenager and I was experiencing different emotions around my friendships and the church. At 15, 16, one night while I was laying in bed, I read Alma 38 which...

What can a wrestling tournament, rodeos and concerts teach you? This weekend, I was able to go to my nieces wrestling tournament. While I was there, I had an expereience with a family that reminded me of how these 3 different kind of events that are similar but different remind me of the importance of God, country and family! Join me today as I share some of my thoughts with you about wrestling, r...

7 And it came to pass that after I, Nephi, had been in the land of Bountiful for the space of many days, the voice of the Lord came unto me, saying: Arise, and get thee into the mountain. And it came to pass that I arose and went up into the mountain, and cried unto the Lord. 8 And it came to pass that the Lord spake unto me, saying: Thou shalt construct a ship, after the manner which I shall show...

What if you have to leave BOUNTIFUL? What do I mean by this? Join me today as I share some thoughts about having to leave our personal "bountifuls" 1 Nephi 17: 4 And we did sojourn for the space of many years, yea, even eight years in the wilderness. 5 And we did come to the land which we called Bountiful, because of its much fruit and also wild honey; and all these things were prepared of the Lor...

Joseph B Wirthlin said, "Kindness is the essence of greatness and the fundamental characteristic of the noblest men and women I have known. Kindness is a passport that opens doors and fashions friends. It softens hearts and molds relationships that can last lifetimes. Kind words not only lift our spirits in the moment they are given, but they can linger with us over the years." “When we are filled...

Twelve DISCIPLES Twelve APOSTLES Twelve MINISTERS 1 Nephi 12:  6 And I saw the heavens open, and the Lamb of God descending out of heaven; and he came down and showed himself unto them. 7 And I also saw and bear record that the Holy Ghost fell upon twelve others; and they were ordained of God, and chosen. 8 And the angel spake unto me, saying: Behold the twelve disciples of the Lamb, who are chose...

THE LORD LOVES EFFORT President Nelson’s talk continued: “To do anything well “requires effort”. Becoming a true disciple of Jesus Christ is no exception. Increasing your faith and trust in Him takes “effort.” Pearl asked:“Is it hard to be a prophet? Are you, like, really busy?” President Nelson: “Of course it’s hard. Everything to do with becoming more like the Savior is difficult. For example, w...

Monica and James raised their young family in Southern California. When their second child came to them in their late teens and shared that they believed they were transgender, Monica and James had entered a world that they were unfamiliar with. As children of God and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, they sought personal revelation on how to love their child, show compas...

"The Book of Mormon begins with an account of a real family experiencing real struggles. It happened in 600 BC, but there are things about this account that might seem familiar to families today. This family was living in a world of wickedness, but the Lord promised them that if they would follow Him, He would lead them to safety. Along the way they had good moments and bad moments, great blessing...

Brandi was newly divorced with 3 young children at home. With uncertainty looming, she received an email from a woman in her ward that would change her life. Brandi was asked if she was interested in helping on a movie set for a film called 17 Miracles. She accepted and continued helping on movie sets for the following 4 years. Brandi worked on the Bible videos, The Chosen, Book of Mormon videos a...

While I was up late in the night, I was listening to a presentation about unity in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The presenter gave the analogy of a Thanksgiving dinner as the body of church. I began to think about this analogy and realize how applicable it was. Join me today as I share this analogy. “In our extremely contentious world, how can unity be achieved, especially in t...

“Knowing that the gospel is true is the essence of a testimony. Consistently being true to the gospel is the essence of conversion.” “Testimony is the beginning of and a prerequisite to continuing conversion. Testimony is a point of departure; it is not an ultimate destination. Strong testimony is the foundation upon which conversion is established. Testimony alone is not and will not be enough to...

Happy New Year everyone! This last week has been so amazing and such a gift. Miracles are happening all over the earth. God loves his children and watches over each of us. I had many miracles this week and I would like to share one of them with you today. Join me as I share my Christmas miracle. bethnewellcoaching@gmail.com bethnewellcoaching.com

Happy NEW Year!! Recently, I had an experience that really helped me feel God's love for me and all of his children. Join me today as I share this experience with you. bethnewellcoaching.com bethnewellcoaching@gmail.com

"Dare to enter the darkness to bring another into the light" Tony Kirwan "You may choose to look the other way but you can never again say you did not know." William Wilberforce Rachel’s dad received a new job in a new community. Rachel was in 4th grade, excited about the new possibilities in her young life. Starting school, Rachel had a teacher who began to take great interest...

1 Nephi 7: 15 Now behold, I say unto you that if ye will return unto Jerusalem ye shall also perish with them. And now, if ye have choice, go up to the land, and remember the words which I speak unto you, that if ye go ye will also perish; for thus the Spirit of the Lord Elder Uchtdorf: “At the heart of God’s plan for your happiness is your power to choose. Of course, your Heavenly Father wants yo...

Charlie and Sarah Brown married 8 years ago in the Manila Philippines temple. They met online and communicated for three years before they got married. Charlie grew up with a mother who was Baptist and taught him about God. When he was 12 years old, he ran away from home and never went back. He joined the Navy when he was eligible and was later adopted by a family from the foster care system. Sara...

Thank you for supporting me with my podcast. This is my 300th episode! Can you believe it? I’m so grateful I have this platform to share my thoughts and feelings. This podcast episode comes from an experience I had during the Thanksgiving week. Many times I think about the women and children of this world and my heart sinks. I feel like there is so much wickedness and evil taking place and I want...

I just spent a weekend in Arizona with my oldest daughter. She is a woman following her dreams and passions as a personal shopper and content creator. She has always had an eye for fashion and women's beauty. From the time she was a young girl she had the example of her aunts and grandmothers as style icons. Madalyn spreads light to others with her passion and exuberant light that she shares in th...