Christ Led Youth

This week Seth, Benji, Kinzley and Ella begin our Old Testament study by looking at what happened before the Creation and what God’s eternal purpose is for His children. Using Moses 1 and Abraham, they talk about divine identity, agency, and how knowing who we are helps us resist Satan and stay close to Jesus Christ. They also discuss: • God’s work and glory, and what it teaches about His love for...

This week Ileana, Benji Kinzley and Ella dive into the Creation in Genesis, Moses, and Abraham, and what it teaches us about who we really are. They also talk about: • What it means to be created in God’s image • How Christ brings light into even the darkest moments • Why our divine worth doesn’t come from social media or comparison • How we can tell the difference between light and darkness in to...

In our season 1 finale, we've gathered together as many host and guest hosts from Christ Led Youth this year. We discuss what Christmas means to each of us as well as our favorite memories of the podcast this year. Merry Christmas!

This week Ileana, Benji, Kinzley and Ella study “The Family: A Proclamation to the World” and talk about why family is central to God’s plan of happiness. They discuss how the Proclamation teaches eternal truths about identity, marriage, parenting, and love—and how those truths apply to our lives today. They also talk about: • Why family is ordained of God and central to His plan • What the Procla...

This week Ileana, Ben, Lilly and Ella study the Articles of Faith and the Official Declarations. They talk about what these inspired statements reveal about our core beliefs, how revelation guides the Church, and why God’s truth is eternal even as our understanding grows. They discuss: • How the Articles of Faith clearly outline what we believe • their favorite Articles of Faith and why they matte...

This week Ileana, Ben, Lilly and Ellie study Doctrine & Covenants 137–138 and talk about some of the most comforting truths in the gospel: what happens after we die, how God judges us, and why His plan is filled with both justice and mercy. They discuss Joseph Smith’s vision of the celestial kingdom and the redemption of the dead, focusing on how God knows the desires of our hearts and provides ev...

This week Elise, Benji, Ella and Macie study Doctrine and Covenants 135–136 and talk about the faith and courage of Joseph Smith as he sealed his testimony with his blood. From the Prophet’s final moments to the Saints’ journey west, they explore why God sometimes allows deep trials and how He turns them into strength, faith, and purpose. They also discuss: ​ Why Joseph Smith’s martyrdom was a tes...

This week Ileana, Benji, Ella and Macie study Doctrine and Covenants 133–134 and talk about what it really means to “prepare the way of the Bridegroom.” From filling our lamps with spiritual oil to choosing Christ over the world, they discuss how youth today can stand strong, be intentional, and live as true disciples of Jesus Christ. They also share thoughts about: • What it looks like to flee Ba...

This week Ileana, Benji, Ella and Macie study Doctrine and Covenants 129–132 and talk about what it really means to trust God, even when His commandments are hard to understand. The early Saints faced severe trials of faith, and while our challenges today may look different, the same principle applies: blessings come when we choose obedience and sacrifice with trust in the Lord. They discuss: • Wh...

This week Ileana, Benji, Elise and Ellie study Doctrine and Covenants 125–128 and talk about the joy that comes from temple work, especially baptisms for the dead. They discuss how the Lord’s plan blesses both the living and those who have passed on, and how small acts of faith here on earth create eternal connections in heaven. They also talk about: • Why baptisms for the dead are one of God’s mo...

What does it mean to make your home, and your heart, a house of God? This week Ileana, Benji, Kinzley and Norah study Doctrine and Covenants 124 and talk about how to build Christ centered lives full of light, trust, and love. They share thoughts and stories about: • Turning your home into “a house of prayer, faith, and learning” • Why striving is more important than being perfect • How to trust G...

This week Rose, Benji, Kinzley and Ella study Doctrine and Covenants 121–123 and talk about one of the most honest questions in scripture: “O God, where art thou?” From Joseph Smith’s time in Liberty Jail to the trials youth face today, they explore how the Savior brings light into our darkest places. They share stories and insights about: • Finding peace in your own “dungeon” moments • How Christ...

What does it really mean to be a Zion people? This week Ileana, Elena, Kinzley and Ella study Doctrine and Covenants 115–120 and talk about how we can prepare for the Lord’s coming by building Zion within ourselves. From learning the importance of the Church’s true name to understanding the principle of tithing, this conversation is all about faith, sacrifice, and rising again through Christ. They...

This week Ileana, Benji, Norah and Ella study Doctrine and Covenants 111–114 and talk about how to trust God through every season of life, especially during trials. From learning to stay positive to recognizing when we need to be humble, this conversation reminds us that the Lord will “order all things for our good” if we just take His hand and keep walking. They also talk about: ​ Seeing the good...

This week Ella, Elena, Kinzley and Rose study Doctrine and Covenants 109–110 and talk about the temple as the Lord’s house and how it can feel like home for us too. From Joseph Smith’s dedicatory prayer to our own personal experiences, they share how the temple blesses, recharges, and strengthens us to face the world with His power. They also discuss: ​ Why the temple feels like a piece of heaven...

This week Ella, Benji, Kinzley and Macie study Doctrine and Covenants 106–108 and talk about the blessings and responsibilities of the Melchizedek Priesthood. Even when we feel unprepared, the Lord promises to guide, strengthen, and prepare us for the callings He gives. They share personal experiences and insights about: ​ How priesthood blessings bring peace, healing, and guidance ​ The role of p...

Why does God sometimes wait to bless us? And why does He allow trials in the first place? This week Ileana, Benji, Kinzley and Lilly study Doctrine and Covenants 102–105 and talk about the eternal truth that “after much tribulation cometh the blessings.” They share thoughts and stories about: • Why God’s timing matters more than our timing • How trials prepare us to recognize and appreciate blessi...

Life is busy, stressful, and often chaotic, but God invites us to pause, look around, and see His hand in everything. This week Ileana, Benji, Lilly and Macie study Doctrine and Covenants 98–101 and talk about what it really means to “be still and know that I am God.” They share insights about: ​ Finding peace through small daily moments with God ​ How to recognize His love in nature, music, and s...

What does it mean to be wholly dedicated to the Lord? This week Ileana, Benji, Kinzley and Ella study Doctrine and Covenants 94–97 and talk about how youth today are called to help gather Israel and build Zion. From creating holy spaces in our lives to trusting the Spirit in tough moments, they explore how small, faithful choices bring big spiritual blessings. They also share: ​ Why God trusts the...

This week, Macie, Ella, Kinzley and Ileana study Doctrine and Covenants 93 and talk about what it means to “receive of His fullness.” Through analogies of ladders, brushstrokes, and growing plants, they explore how spiritual growth comes one step at a time—through prayer, obedience, and choosing to reach for God’s light. They share insights about: ​ Why God values even our smallest efforts ​ How d...

This week Macie, Austin, Ella and Ileana dive into Doctrine and Covenants 89–92 and talk about what it really means to live the Word of Wisdom. More than just a list of do’s and don’ts, it’s a principle with a promise: when we care for our bodies, we open the door to greater spiritual strength and revelation. They share personal stories and insights about: ​ How small choices can bring us closer t...

This week Macie, Austin, Ella and Ileana dive into Doctrine and Covenants 88 and talk about how to strengthen our testimonies and share the light of Christ with others. From making our homes “houses of God” to living as daily examples of faith, they explore how small, consistent efforts can grow into unshakable belief. They also talk about: ​How our actions can testify as powerfully as our words ​...

Where do you stand when life gets hard? This week Madison, Benji, Kinzley and Angie talk about standing in holy places—physically, spiritually, and emotionally. As they study Doctrine and Covenants 85–87, they dive into how we can stay grounded in Christ even when the world around us feels like it’s falling apart. They also talk about: ​ How to create “holy places” in your everyday life ​ Why your...

This week Ella, Seth, Kinzley and Annabelle explore Doctrine and Covenants 84 and what it means to carry the power of godliness in our daily lives. They talk about how to recognize spiritual promptings, how the priesthood blesses both women and men, and how we can share the gospel—even when it’s hard or we feel like we don’t have all the answers. They also discuss: Why every covenant gives us acce...

This week Ileana, Benji, Natalie and Brooklyn explore what it really means to give back to the Lord—especially when life feels hard. Based on Doctrine and Covenants 81–83, they talk about sacrifice, obedience, and how staying close to Jesus through our challenges strengthens us more than we realize. From tithing and time, to forgiveness and love, they dive into what the Lord asks of us—and how He...