Stand with Lynnette

My daughter's mission president recently told her that many (*not a few*) missionaries are entering the mission field unprepared for missionary life. I have been reflecting upon how we, as parents, can better prepare our kids for missions, college, and beyond. In this episode, we discuss the teen years as "the long letting go," and what that entails from a parenting perspective, leading up to...

In the past six weeks, my life has literally turned on its head. Almost everything we thought we knew about our future has changed. But this is a story of hope and peace and God showing up in so many miraculous ways. With all the heaviness that has overtaken the world in the last week, I thought it might be a good time to talk about the reality and goodness of God. And this story, while...

The firestorm of controversy surrounding women and their role in God's Church and Kingdom has, once again, been brewing on social media. The conversation is heated, as always, with personal attacks and angry defensiveness playing center stage. While this is nothing new, this latest installment has encouraged me to ponder this question: As covenant women of God, what is our role in this conver...

As a new year gets underway (I know I'm late to the party!), I have been reflecting on 2024, which was unexpectedly challenging in several ways. In this vulnerable episode, I get to the heart of those challenges, the deep questions that have surfaced as a result, and what this means for my life and the future of my work.  And, as many unanswered questions as I have, I...

When my kids were young, strong-willed, and unwilling to bend on even the smallest issues, I worried constantly about how to help them put their determined spirits to good use. I even thought they might end up in prison one day. (True story!) But now that my kids are mostly grown, I am convinced that strong will is a gift from heaven! In this episode, I am reposting a...

Do you worry about how to prepare your kids for their role in the Second Coming? If so, you're not alone. I think we all feel the weight of that responsibility. But what if preparing our kids for the Second Coming beautifully overlaps with preparing them to succeed in life? What if the process includes helping them develop many vital skills in addition to faith? What if that preparation takes...

In the weeks since General Conference and President Nelson’s clear invitation to prepare for the Second Coming of the Lord, I, like many of you, have been thinking about what it means to prepare for that "great and terrible" day Joel 2:11). In my study on this topic, the phrase "abide the day" has repeatedly surfaced , inviting me to dig deeper. What does that mean in relation to the Savior's retu...

Have you ever thought about the inseparable connection between physical and spiritual health? In the Word of Wisdom, the Lord promises “health in the navel and marrow to the bones” to those who follow its principles. Could that symbolize something much higher and holier than physical health alone? Let’s talk about it. **For daily inspiration, follow along on  Instagram   References: 1. S...

Have you ever felt God’s hand guiding you to do something you do not want to do? If so, how did you respond to the dissonance? This has been the overwhelming theme of my life. While I have learned MANY things as I have repeatedly submitted my will to the Lord's will, it took on a whole new meaning at General Conference last weekend. For the first time, I saw what giving my whole soul to God meant,...

You can tell from the name of this podcast alone that I LOVE the word "STAND." While I often talk about standing, lately, I have been reflecting on what it means to stand with and for Jesus and why it matters. Let's talk about it! (Hint: Standing is a necessary pre-requisite to participating in THE long-foretold Gathering of Israel)   **Want a PDF of every invitation issued at April...

Kate struggled with intense anxiety and periods of panic attacks throughout middle school and high school. Because of that and other reasons, she had no intention of serving a mission. But, after several spiritual experiences, she decided it was right for her. A few weeks after submitting her papers, she learned that, because of her history of panic attacks, her mission call had been del...

Did you know that I have been writing a book about the mothers of the Stripling Warriors for the past year and a half? The writing and editing are (mostly) done, and I am currently trying to figure out publishing. But, while the story of the Stripling Warriors is still fresh on our minds from CFM, I could not pass up an opportunity to teach you some of the things I have learned about their in...

We are living and raising children in a time of spiritual warfare, and Captain Moroni recently taught me how to navigate spiritual danger safely: Never stop preparing. What might that look like today? And how can we adopt Captain Moroni's top priority to "[prepare the MINDS of the people to be faithful unto the Lord their God?"  Let's talk about it! **Want a PDF of every invitation...

I have been creating online content for more than ten years and have had a front-row seat to watch the growing impact of social media on society, culture, and even faith. For those who have eyes to see, it is clear that Satan is using social media to his benefit. But so is God. Using Alma 43-48 as a backdrop, let's explore why so many people (including myself) feel increasingly called to...

Parenting young adults is a whole new ballgame, complete with its own set of challenges that nobody really talks about. In this episode, I pull back the parenting curtain and explore three vital lessons I have learned since launching my first child into the world six years ago. Whether you have adult children or WILL at some point, I think you will find this episode helpful. **Want a PDF of e...

As we enter June - Pride Month, I have been reflecting on an experience I had last year at this time. Last June, I felt caught in a social media war between love and law –charity and chastity – tolerance and orthodoxy. I saw an army of pointed fingers on both sides. Some called for more love, tolerance, and acceptance. Others, in affirming God's laws, relentlessly published anti-pride message...

Preparing kids (or ourselves) to serve missions is no small task. To succeed, missionaries need a wide variety of practical and spiritual skills. In this episode, Elise, who returned from her mission six months ago, talks about a few things she wishes she had known before boarding the plane to the MTC. Whether you are working to prepare yourself, your kids, or your grandkids to serve, her fresh-of...

The most recent controversy surrounding women and their role in the Church revolves around Sister Camille Johnson's BYU Women's Conference address. In it, she spoke of her inspired decision to be a full-time lawyer while raising her children. Many social media commenters expressed concern that she did not follow the prophetic counsel to stay home with her children if at all possible. The...

The lack of resilience in emerging adults is staggering. We see it in sports teams, colleges, the military, the mission field, and beyond. Arming our kids with resilience is necessary for their success in all areas of life. But how can we do it? Listen in to gain perspective from professionals, including high-level coaches, college deans, and mental health counselors at the MTC.  Ar...

Whether we are talking about preparing our kids or others to enter the temple or trying to learn as much as we can about the temple so we can better access its power in our lives, what exactly can we talk about while preserving the sacred nature of God’s holy house? Listen in for what I have learned from prophets, apostles, and other official Church resources about this topic. (Hint...the lis...

For the past several months, I have felt drawn to the temple in unprecedented ways. While I have been attending the temple almost weekly for 10 years, I craved a deeper understanding of the ordinances and covenants we participate in there. So, in January of this year, I became an ordinance worker. When the Temple President set me apart in this capacity, he said something that was a direct ans...

Growing up in a society of great wickedness, Mormon, at age 15, was “visited of the Lord, and tasted and knew of the goodness of Jesus.” (Mormon 1:15) If a 15-year-old, at a time when "the Holy Ghost did not come upon any because of their wickedness and unbelief,” could experience the goodness of Jesus, so can every one of us, including our children. And, if that one-on-one experience wi...

Do you ever struggle to find hope when life is hard? If so, welcome to the club! In this episode, Elise, who is currently navigating what she calls a "hope crisis," talks to Lynnette about her challenging adjustment to post-mission life, and what it has taught her about finding hope in Christ. Hope is possible, no matter how dark the night, because of Him. Come, learn how!   **For daily inspi...

The past couple of weeks have been a little crazy as a female Latter-day Saint online content creator. The controversy surrounding the recent Worldwide Relief Society Broadcast has been thick, and the role of women in the Church has, once again, been called into the spotlight. In this episode, I share my response to the controversy, not about the role of women in the Church, but about trusting in...

Do you worry about raising righteous children in a world that seems to be in a moral nosedive? If so, or if you simply want to understand Gen Z better, you will love my conversation with Sky and Amanda Sorensen from the podcast " Sit Down with Sky and Amanda ." It is packed full of parenting wisdom for parents of faith. **Follow Sky and Amanda on Instagram here **Follow Lynnette on Insta...