Jason Harwood goes through every chapter of The Book of Mormon to help you

Excited About the Gospel

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If you've ever read the Book of Mormon and been frustrated because you didn't understand it, this podcast is for you. Help you better understand the Book of Mormon by listening to this podcast.

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Jason Harwood goes through every chapter of The Book of Mormon to help you

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Religion

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May 21, 2026

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Episodes

The 2 lessons Noah teaches us about our day (Genesis 6) 10.02.2026

Noah wasn't just about his day, his story is all about the exciting process of following Christ in our difficult days. There is always hope, we just have to get started, even if it isn't raining yet! Get the Mighty Warrior Handbook here. Source: 1988–A, Neal A. Maxwell, "For I Will Lead You Along"  

A Doctor of Ed in Counselor Education shares lessons on finding meaning and purpose 04.02.2026

An exciting interview with Dr. Jamison Law. Jamison is both a professor and mental health professional with a focus in existentialism, the pursuit of purpose and meaning in life. He shares how the exciting principles of the Gospel and agency can guide us in finding meaning and purpose.   Get the Might Warriors Handbook here!

Building Zion in our lives, not matter what is going on around us (Moses 7) 02.02.2026

Zion is a state of being, and we can get Zion in our own lives and the lives of those we love no matter what is going on around us! We take and exciting look at the principles of Zion and how we can get them into our own lives by following Jesus. Sources: Ulisses Soares, " Brothers and Sisters in Christ ," Liahona , Nov. 2023, 70–73. D. Todd Christofferson, " One in Christ ," Liahona , May 2023, 7...

What a mission in Slovakia can teach us about finding meaning and purpose in life in regular life 28.01.2026

An exciting conversation with Marilyn and Rod Anderson. Recently returned from Slovakia as full-time missionaries, Marilyn and Rod share what they learned about finding meaning and purpose in our life. When you are on a mission, service seems like it can be easier to find, how do we find opportunities for service when we are back in regular life?

Called when we are weak (Moses 6) 25.01.2026

God calls us to become more than what we are now. That is not easy or simple, but we aren't called to do it alone! We are called to walk the path with God! In this exciting podcast we talk about how we can walk with God on our path to becoming more like Him. Sources: 2023–O Emily Belle Freeman, Walking in Covenant Relationship with Christ 2023–A David A. Bednar, "Abide in Me, and I in You; Therefo...

How the Fall leads to the Atonement and joy (Gen 3) 19.01.2026

The Fall leads us straight to the Atonement and the promise of a life of hope and joy. We look at all the exciting scriptures and lessons of how to make the Fall an exciting part of the Gospel. Souces: President Thomas S. Monson — "Choose You This Day" , October 2004 Elder Russell M. Nelson — "Choices" , October 1990

Finding Meaning and Purpose in small service. An exciting conversation with Joni and Robert Walker 14.01.2026

You don't have to have a HUGE calling to have powerful meaning and purpose. Joni and Robert Walker were the mission leaders of the Hawaii Honolulu Mission and Brother Walker was on the General Young Men's General Board. But they find true meaning and purpose outside of big callings, in small acts of service. Plus, don't miss a story about President Ezra Taft Benson and a miracle that saved his lif...

What if the Creation is a symbol of your life? (Genesis 1-2) 12.01.2026

What if the creation is a symbol of your life. Do we study it so often because of the lessons we learn about God, about us, and about our relationship with God? We look at the exciting story of the Creation and some of the lessons we can learn. Sources: Am I a Child of God? Brian K. Taylor April 2018 The Creation, April 2000, Russell M. Nelson. O How Great the Plan of Our God! Dieter F. Uchtdorf O...

Who God is, Who we are, and how we are related! (Moses 1) 06.01.2026

Some of the most important and exciting truths of the Gospel are taught in Moses 1. Who God is, who we are, and how we are connected to God. It doesn't get much more exciting than this! Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week Instructor. Sources: 2011–O: Dieter F. Uchtdorf, You Matter to Him 2024-A: Patrick Kearon, God's Intent is to Bring You...

Old Testament Intro. Finding Jesus in the OT 28.12.2025

An exciting look at what we have to look forward to in studying the Old Testament this year! Yes, it will be exciting as we strive to come closer to Jesus by studying His word in the OT! Make sure to follow me on Instagram here.

Helping Teens find Meaning and Purpose. An Exciting Interview with Skyer Wilcox 11.12.2025

Skyler Wilcox is the Senior Administrator for Especially For Youth. Yes, EFY is still going and making a difference in the lives of youth! Skyler shares what he as learned as an administrator for EFY about how we can have a positive, spiritual impact on the lives of teens. Find out more about EFY here. Follow me on Instagram here.

A step by step plan to create Meaning and Purpose. An exciting interview with Mat Duerden 03.12.2025

We often get lost in our lives and need to create space to do the work necessary to create meaning and purpose in our lives. Mat Duerden walks us through that work. Mat is the Department Chair and Professor for Experience Design and Management at BYU.  Mat shares how we can create and design powerful experiences in both our families and our personal lives. Find Mat's book here. Follow me on Instag...

Finding answers in the Scriptures (DC 137-138) 01.12.2025

Two sections that show an exciting pattern for how we can get answers to Gospel questions by searching the scriptures. We show the pattern and use the Book of Mormon, Bible and modern Church leaders to make the pattern clear! Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week instructor. Find me on Instagram here!

An exact formula for finding meaning and purpose in your life. An exciting interview with Peter Tennis 26.11.2025

Peter is an entrepreneur, a business owner and founder, and a professor. In his worldwide leadership role he has created a formula for people and businesses to find meaning and purpose. He will give us an exact step by step approach to finding meaning and purpose in our lives.  This is a powerful podcast to share with people in your life that might feel lost or want a bit of additional direction....

A testimony of Joseph Smith points us to Christ. (DC 135) 24.11.2025

When we have a testimony of Joseph Smith we come closer to Jesus Christ and better feel God's love for us and understand His plan for us. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week Instructor.

Preparation for the 2nd Coming (DC 133) 17.11.2025

We would all like to know when the 2nd coming will happen, more important is knowing how prepared we will be for the 2nd Coming. We look at scriptures from Come Follow Me this week with support from the Bible and Book of Mormon for an exciting look at how to prepare for the 2nd Coming. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week Instructor. Sources...

Meaning and Purpose in Service to Others. An exciting interview with J.D. Griffith 12.11.2025

The Church is leading the world in education. BYU Pathway is a worldwide education initiative to bring affordable education to people all over the world. J.D. Griffith is the Vice President for BYU Pathway Worldwide and is at the leading edge of taking education to Africa, Asia, and to 180 countries around the world with 80,000 students!  You can find meaning and purpose in your life by helping be...

3 Principles: Who God is, How God Works, What God Wants Us to Do (DC 130) 11.11.2025

We learn principles from the D&C and then find all sorts of Bible and Book of Mormon verses to back it up! Who God is, how God works, and what God wants us to do. It is very exciting! Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week Instructor. Sources: 2014–A:94, Boyd K. Packer, The Witness 2009–O:55, Dieter F. Uchtdorf, Two Principles for Any Economy...

Baptisms for Your Dead (DC 127-128) 03.11.2025

God has a plan for ALL of His children. Salvation is possible for every person born on earth through temple blessings and we each get to play a part in God's plan of salvation for everyone! Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week Instructor. Sources: D. Todd Christofferson, "The Redemption of the Dead and the Testimony of Jesus,"  Ensign , Nov....

How to use your power of agency to find meaning and purpose! An exciting interview with Matt Herrington 29.10.2025

Your meaning and purpose are driven by one powerful concept: your power to choose! Entrepreneur and podcaster Matt Herrington shares how we ALWAYS get to choose! Find more about Matt here Follow me on Instagram here!

Building like temple builders of old (DC 124) 27.10.2025

We don't build temples quite like Saints in Nauvoo, but we can still have the excitement of building just like they did. This week we look at scriptures on building as well as what we are called to build in our day. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week Instructor. Follow me on Instagram here.

Finding Meaning and Purpose in our Relationships: An Exciting Interview with Loren Spendlove 22.10.2025

Even in turbulent and changing times, we can find meaning, purpose and consistency in our relationships. The key is to be intentional about prioritizing time and attention with the most important relationships. Loren Spendlove is an author, teacher, entrepreneur and shows us how to ground ourselves in our positive relationships. Find Loren's writing here Follow me on Instagram here

Finding Purpose in Parenting: An exciting interview with Sarah Randall 15.10.2025

Parenting can be stressful and demanding, and yet we often find our greatest purpose through parenting. Sarah Randall discusses how we can best find greater joy and purpose as parents. Find Sarah at Strength Through Stories here Follow me on Instagram here

Excited about Tithing! (DC 119) 13.10.2025

Tithing is just the beginning of the scriptures that we can use to understand how God wants us to view and utilize money. We look at Bible and Book of Mormon stories and scriptures to get excited about how we can align with God's plan for our finances. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute instructor and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week instructor.  Sources: The Windows of Heaven David...

Finding Purpose through Gospel Questions: An exciting interview with Jason Hunt 08.10.2025

How do you find purpose through questions and uncertainty, especially about the Gospel? Jason Hunt has been through this same process and shares how he found meaning and purpose by questioning, searching for answers, and building on a foundation of faith in Jesus Christ. You can see Jason's teaching on overcoming weakness here . You can follow me on Instagram here!

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