RVVL | David Butler

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts david butler and stephan taeger discuss the theme of mercy, inspired by elder james r. rasband’s talk, "the plan of mercy." they explore mercy’s role in faith, discipleship, and the restoration of the gospel, sharing personal stories and reflections on forgiveness. the hosts also touch on fall traditions, baseball p...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss faith, repentance, and the joy found in the gospel, inspired by sister tamara w. runia’s talk, your repentance doesn’t burden jesus christ; it brightens his joy. they share personal stories about forgiveness, reflect on god’s loving nature, and emphasize that our worth is rooted in god’s...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into president lund’s talk “divine authority sublime young men.” they discuss how priesthood authority disrupts worldly patterns, the power of everyday discipleship, and the vital role of youth in the church. through inspiring stories—including a bishop finding healing through the sacrament prayer and...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler share a lighthearted game before diving into reflections on elder shumway’s talk, participate to prepare for christ’s return. they discuss the value of service, personal growth, and community, emphasizing that worth is inherent and spiritual progress is a journey. through stories, humor, and scriptura...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss community rituals and faith. they reflect on the power of blessings, the compassionate nature of god, and the importance of church community in providing support and healing. drawing on personal stories and bishop gérald caussé’s talk, compensating blessings, they emphasize god’s mercy,...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler share uplifting stories and insights centered on faith in jesus christ and the restoration within the lds church. dave recounts the emotional experience of sending one son on a mission while welcoming another home. the hosts discuss highlights from elder bednar’s talk, exploring themes of person...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss faith, tradition, and overcoming perfectionism. they share the inspiration behind a family tea ritual, explore the story of cross-cultural friendship from stephan’s book from provo to pakistan, and reflect on elder gerrit w. gong’s talk, eternity’s great gifts: jesus christ’s atonement,...

in this mid-july episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler explore the deeper meaning of worship, emphasizing its transformative power beyond entertainment. drawing on scriptural stories and teachings from elder christofferson, they discuss faith, repentance as an act of worship, and the importance of prioritizing god over worldly distractions. personal an...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss elder vargas’s talk, "our heavenly guidance system." they explore themes of hope, faith, and love, sharing personal stories and reflections on the power of simple kindness and the importance of focusing on christ during difficult times. with humor and heartfelt anecdotes, they...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler share heartfelt stories about faith, family, and the power of reunions. they discuss the joy of welcoming loved ones home, the miracles of connection across cultures, and the comfort found in trusting god’s unseen guidance. reflecting on scripture, personal experiences, and insights from preside...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss president dieter f. uchtdorf’s talk, “by this all will know that you are my disciples.” they reflect on how faith is centered on love and acceptance, emphasizing that imperfections don’t exclude anyone from god’s work. through personal stories and insights, they highlight the value of diversity with...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler share uplifting stories of faith, church growth, and community. centered around the talk "right before our eyes" by elder ronald a. rasband, they discuss inspiring headlines, including rising church membership and educational initiatives, and reflect on the transformative power of the...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," stephan taeger and dave butler discuss the new book "from provo to pakistan," highlighting its story of faith and friendship across continents. they explore themes of returning to faith, god’s unconditional love, and the importance of kindness and patience within the church community. through personal stories and metaphor...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss faith, spirituality, and the importance of understanding the "why" behind spiritual practices. they share personal anecdotes about concerts and music's impact on their lives. the episode highlights a talk by elder ricardo p. giménez titled my love for the savior is my “why”, emphasizi...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts dave butler and stephn taeger discuss elder cook's talk, "the atonement of jesus christ provides the ultimate rescue." they explore themes of faith, community, and storytelling, focusing on the resilience and hope found in the latter-day saints' historical experiences, such as the pioneer handcart companie...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler delve into themes of faith, divine assistance, and president oaks' talk "divine helps for mortality." they discuss the light of christ, the role of the holy ghost, humility, and trust in the lord. stephan introduces the idea that divine help is available to all, while dave emphasi...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler explore themes of faith, healing, and community support. they reflect on the talk spiritually whole in him by president camille n. johnson, emphasizing spiritual wholeness through faith in jesus christ. the discussion includes personal anecdotes, cultural references like baseball, and the importance of reco...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss elder patrick kearon's talk, receive his gift, from the april 2025 general conference. they explore themes of faith, relationships with god, and appreciating divine gifts. the conversation includes personal anecdotes, such as graduation memories and the metaphor of a relationship bank account t...

in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler celebrate easter and discuss the significance of faith and service. they reflect on elder michael b. strong's talk, "charity—a sign of true discipleship," emphasizing the importance of recognizing unspoken needs and serving others. they share meaningful stories from their own live...

in this episode of "revival," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss their current readings, including "the four agreements" and "holy envy" by barbara brown taylor. they explore themes of personal preparation to meet the savior, the importance of recognizing and utilizing one's unique gifts, and serving others. the conversation highlights the dangers of co...

in the first episode of season 6 of the "revival" podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger explore themes of faith and confidence in god, inspired by president russell m. nelson's talk, "confidence in the presence of god." they discuss the transformative power of charity, the role of spiritual leaders, and the importance of envisioning god as a loving father. david s...

in this special edition of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler are joined by jeff McCullough, a pastor and creator of the hello saints youtube channel, and kyle beshears , a baptist pastor and scholar. together, they explore the significance of the apostles' creed, its historical context, and its role in unifying christian beliefs. the discussion also exam...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss the talk o youth of the noble birthright by bradley r. wilcox. they explore what it means to be chosen—not to rule, but to serve—and how christ’s greatest glory was found in humility and sacrifice. they dive into the beauty of covenant responsibility, the power of serving others, and the transformat...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into elder gary e. stevenson’s talk, days never to be forgotten, reflecting on the power of memorable moments in faith. they discuss the significance of anticipation, hope, and the prophetic vision of a decade filled with spiritual milestones. from temple dedications to personal missionary journeys, th...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger explore the talk "ye are my friends" by elder david l. buckner, discussing the depth of christ’s love and the meaning of true discipleship. they are joined by baptist pastor kyle bashir to dive into the significance of interfaith dialogue and friendships, emphasizing the importance of unity among...