Conference Talk

We look at three stories today: The burst of the Teton Dam in 1976 The healing of Naaman the Leper The children of Israel and the fiery serpents Together, they present a cautionary message: By bringing small and simple things to pass, we flex our spiritual muscles and prepare ourselves to bring great things to pass. Setting up chairs, helping our kids pick up fast offerings, and doing our time in...

Matthew sits down with Greg Matsen from the Cwic Show to discuss Pres. M. Russell Ballard's moving final testimony, Praise to the Man . Rest in peace, Pres. Ballard! Resources Elder Andersen: " Give Brother Joseph a break! " The last testimony of Elder McConkie

We hear that God is a "respecter of persons," but have you ever thought of how He also respects us, His children with honoring our agency? Join our new host Shelby Christensen and her guest, Shayla Davidson as they discuss key elements in President Dallin H. Oaks' talk, Kingdoms of Glory. In an ever-confusing world, President Oaks' talk addresses eternal truths of identity, our p...

What's the most important date in your life? While there might be many dates and memories that flash across the screen of your brain, Elder D. Todd Christofferson helps us understand that it is the date that you are sealed as a family for time and all eternity. Come and learn how The Sealing Power is relevant to you. Resources Hope of Israel The Best Is yet to Be Stand For Truth Families and T...

Double Shelbi's this week! Come listen as Shelbi Stanfill and Shelbi Christensen discuss Amy A. Wright's talk, "Abide the Day in Christ". Lots of references and personal experiences were shared about abiding in Christ. Come and listen and tell us what you think! References: Preach My Gospel New Edition Promptings of The Spirit by Elder Stevenson Holy Habits and Righteous Routines...

New Co-hosts Spencer and Tiffani discuss the phrase "in the path of their duty" and what it means to them and how we can all find peace and fulfillment in our unrecognized efforts to serve in our roles in and out of the church. This discussion is inspired by Elder David A. Bednar's General Conference address In the Path of Their Duty Resources They of the Last Wagon Quote by Elder Da...

I know a woman who's afraid to tell her husband she wants to join the Church. She could lose everything-- her marriage, her kids, even her home if she pressed the issue. I recall a man from my mission in similar straits. The Bishop told him the Church values marriage more than membership, so he ought not to appease his wife and cancel his baptism-- even stop attending Church-- until she is mor...

Matthew needs to meet someone 8 times to remember their face. This "face-blindness" (prosopagnosia) affects millions of people worldwide and was the subject of a remarkable talk by Elder Robert M. Daines: " Sir, We Would Like to See Jesus ." New host Spencer Bouwhuis joins Matthew in discussing Elder Daines's talk, swapping mission stories, and learning about how covenants...

Join us for season 6 of Conference Talk as we discuss our initial thoughts from the October 2023 General Conference. We are joined by new hosts this season, Shelby Christensen , Spencer and Tiffani Bouwhuis . Let us know your thoughts as we embark on this new season!

Shelbi and Matthew sit down to discuss Pres. M. Russell Ballard's talk, " Remember What Matters Mos t." Resources FAIR Conference 2022 Faith Is Not by Chance, but by Choice by Elder Neil L. Andersen Bible Dictionary: Prayer Knowing That We Know by Elder Douglas L. Callister And Nothing Shall Offend Them by Elder David A. Bednar

Feel like you're failing at parenting? Join the club. Except it's just Matthew in the club this time 😉. Today we're discussing Elder Uchtdorf's talk, Jesus Christ Is the Strength of Parents . Resources More Diligent and Concerned at Home by Elder David A. Bednar An Ensign to the Nations by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland “Walk with Me” by President Henry B. Eyring

Follow Melissa Fugazza and recurring special guest Jennifer Roach as they discuss President Oak's amazing address where he lets the Lord Himself speak...through the scriptures.

If a non-member friend asks you why you don't drink coffee, you might answer by explaining the Word of Wisdom. But Pres. Nelson gives us a different approach. When asked why we we live the way we live, he answered, "Because I know the Book of Mormon is true." Let's talk about that. Resources Be Thou an Example of the Believers by Pres. Russell M. Nelson (Oct 2010) A Witness and a...

Bro. Ahmad S. Corbitt of the Young Men General Presidency made waves in 2022 with his devotional address decrying "Activism Toward the Church" (ATC) . This April, he was sustained as a General Authority Seventy and gave his first Conference address, " Do You Know Why I as a Christian Believe in Christ? " And this one hits hard, too. Greg Matsen from the Cwic Show joins Matthew...

Who should we invite to this episode? "Ask the missionaries, they can help!" 😁 Matthew is joined by his branch's missionaries, Sister Duke and Sis. Howell, to discussion Elder Andersen's long-titled talk, " My Mind Caught Hold upon This Thought of Jesus Christ ." Resources Wise words from Master Yoda Elder McConkie's powerful last testimony Pres. Nelson: "Beca...

This week the Stanfill's take to the mic! They discuss " The Lord Jesus Christ Teaches Us to Minister " by Elder Juan A. Uceda and "Jesus Christ is Relief" by President Camille N. Johnson. Resources: The Fourth Missionary "Lovest Thou Me More Than These" by Jeffrey R. Holland

Bummed about the Oceangate sub and looking for a more uplifting Titanic-related story? Look no further! Returning guest and blogger Brad McBride joins Matthew at the mics today to discuss not one but two unusual General Conference addresses-- Elder Bennett's and Elder Yamashita's talks about Patriarchal blessings. Resources That time the Prophet's wife found all twelve tribes of Israel...

Longtime friend Erik Wells joins Matthew today to discuss two talks with strong themes related to mental health: He Could Heal M e! by Elder Peter F. Meurs Just Keep Going—with Faith by Elder Carl B. Cook Resources Rise to Your Call by Pres. Henry B. Eyring "As Many as I Love, I Rebuke and Chasten" by Elder D. Todd Christofferson D&C 84:85

Join The Stanfill household this week as Kevin & Shelbi discuss Allen D. Haynie's talk titled, "A Living Prophet for the Latter Days." Resources: "Prophets Can See Around Corners" by Sheri Dew. "Why we need to replace question marks with exclamation points after words of prophets" , by Sister Nelson. "Quick to Observe" by Elder Bednar. "Essentia...

This week we're covering Elder Quentin L. Cook's talk, " Safely Gathered Home " which is all about the gathering of Israel. Which means we got to invite a guest who's a total "gathering and restoration of Israel nerd," author Mike Rush ! We talk about the amazon promises the Lord has given about covenant Israel in the last days-- the likes of which will " be a...

A few days late, but that's how the Fugazza family rolls! That's right! Join regular host Melissa Fugazza and her family (Rob, Giada and Sophia), as they discuss two FANTASTIC talks from Elders Christensen's talk, " There Can Be Nothing So Exquisite and Sweet as Was My Joy " and Elder Nattress talk, "Have I Truly Been Forgiven?"

Melissa & Shelbi host this weeks episode by discussing Elder Renlund's address, "Accessing God’s Power through Covenants." Melissa and Shelbi are temple fans and couldn't be more obsessed with it. They share insights they have learned about covenants and share ideas on how to gain a testimony of the temple and covenants. Resources: "One In Christ" , Story of The Ama...

We welcome Dr. Civility himself, Ben Pacini , to sit down with Matthew on the podcast today to discuss Pres. Nelson's loving rebuke of a talk, " Peacemakers Needed ." Resources More Love, Less Contempt by Arthur C Brooks (BYU Devotional) The Cost—and Blessings—of Discipleship by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland Prophets, Leadership, and Divine Law by President Russell M. Nelson The Inconveni...

Did you know a group of vultures is called a committee? Our committees and councils in the Church feel that way sometimes-- we huddle around a pick at a problem but rarely actually help. Pres. Ballard and Elder Arnold have some haunting stories to share about that. We need more ministering and less administering.

Shelbi & Chanelle are your hosts this week, they tackle two talks: "The Work of the Temple and Family History—One and the Same Work" by Elder Benjamín De Hoyos and "A Voice of Gladness" by Elder Kevin R. Duncan. Come listen to insights about the temple, family history, and the importance of holding on in faith.