RVVL | David Butler

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into elder ulisses soares' talk, aligning our will with his. they explore the tension between doing what "works for me" and aligning with eternal truths, questioning how long something truly "works" in the grand scheme of god’s plan. they discuss how justification can be exhaus...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss elder i. raymond egbo’s talk, focus on jesus christ and his gospel. they reflect on the power of scripture in teaching doctrine, the role of community in faith, and the importance of not letting struggles define our identity. they share personal stories about the impact of mentors and church leaders...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into elder dieter f. uchtdorf’s talk, nourish the roots, and the branches will grow. they explore the powerful metaphor of strengthening spiritual roots—faith in jesus christ—so that everything else in life naturally flourishes. through personal insights and gospel discussions, they unpack how focusing...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss president henry b. eyring's talk, simple is the doctrine of jesus christ. they reflect on the power of simple gospel truths, the importance of teaching doctrine to children, and how god’s kindness is evident in the way he sets bounds on the adversary. through personal experiences and insights,...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss president dallin h. oaks' talk, following christ. they explore the two main themes of the talk: the foundations of discipleship and christ’s teachings on avoiding contention. they highlight president oaks’ principle of beginning conversations by finding common ground and reflect on how recogniz...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss the powerful themes in elder d. todd christofferson’s talk, “burying our weapons of rebellion.” they explore the balance between personal agency and divine commandments, how the gospel expands our choices rather than limits them, and the transformative power of christ to change hearts and desires. w...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss elder juan pablo villar’s talk, “his hand is ready to help us.” they explore the persistent love of christ, emphasizing that his hand reaches out to us even when we feel distant or unworthy. dave and stephan share insights on recognizing god’s presence in everyday life, the power of rituals like the...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger reflect on sister kristin m. yee's talk, the joy of our redemption. they explore the transformative power of mistakes, redemption, and faith, drawing parallels between the crucifixion and life's messy, complicated challenges. through thoughtful discussion, they emphasize that god's grace can...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger explore the profound insights from elder ronald a. rasband’s talk, behold i am the light which ye shall hold up. they discuss the role of temples as spiritual centers, their impact on personal discipleship, and how they prepare individuals to bless others. reflecting on the wisdom of modern prophets, the ho...

in this new year's eve episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger reflect on elder patrick kearon’s talk, welcome to the church of joy. they discuss the transformative power of worship, the importance of adoration, and the role of community in meaningful church experiences. with light-hearted banter about new year’s resolutions and dreams, they share...

in this christmas eve special of *revival: a good news brand podcast,* hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss their personal christmas eve traditions, such as attending church services and family dinners. they delve into spiritual teachings, emphasizing the importance of trust and obedience in faith. reflecting on sister tracy y. browning’s talk, “seeking answers to spiritual questions,” the...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger dive into elder neil l. andersen's talk, the triumph of hope. together, they explore the profound concept of living with "confident expectation" in the blessings of christ’s grace and our own faithful choices. they discuss the balance between divine grace and human agency, the beauty of eter...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave and stephan explore bishop l. todd budge’s talk, seek him with all your heart, focusing on the power of slowing down, being present, and deepening our connection with god through intentional worship and holy habits. they discuss christian meditation, the importance of purpose in sacred practices, and how seeking god with our whole hearts...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into elder karl d. hirst’s talk, god’s favourite. they explore themes of divine love, its abundance, and its personal nature. focusing on the talk’s use of concrete imagery in preaching and the power of community, they share personal stories and reflections on how recognizing and sharing god’s love can...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger explore elder quentin l. cook’s talk, sacred scriptures—the foundations of faith. they dive into the transformative power of scripture in conversion, the relevance of the book of mormon to modern culture, and how god’s love is beautifully symbolized by the tree of life. with engaging stories and insights, t...

in this episode of revival: a good news podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into sister emily belle freeman's talk, "live up to your privileges." they discuss the transformative power of gospel ordinances, the importance of personal agency in faith, and the profound impact individuals can have in god’s work. through heartfelt stories and reflections, they highlight gr...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into president jeffrey r. holland's powerful message from his talk "i am he." they explore the depth and complexity of christ's love, discussing how it transcends simplistic labels and invites a lifelong journey of understanding. they reflect on the challenging, often humbling proce...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger explore themes of holiness and sacredness, inspired by elder gerrit w. gong's talk. they discuss how living a life of faith and following gospel principles can transform ordinary moments into sacred experiences. stephan emphasizes that holiness is about reverence and love, while dave shares personal st...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss elder dale g. renlund's talk, “this is my gospel—this is my church.” they explore themes of faith, community, and the anticipation of jesus' return. the hosts highlight the importance of church organization and the role of ordinary people in spiritual work, drawing insights from general co...

in this episode of rrevival - a good news brand podcast, david butler and stephan taeger discuss elder david a. bednar’s talk, *in the space of not many years*, exploring its relevance for the present and future. they reflect on the dangers of materialism and pride, noting how worldly prosperity can distract from true fulfillment. the conversation touches on themes of second chances, redemption, a...

welcome to season 5 of revival - a good news brand podcast! in this episode, david butler and stephan taeger dive into the powerful words of president nelson’s talk, *the lord jesus christ will come again*. they highlight their top three lines from this inspiring message and discuss the hope and peace found in the promise of christ’s return. as they break down these moments of wisdom, you’ll see h...

in this episode of the "revival good news podcast," hosts dave butler and stefan taeger explore elder gerrit w. gong's talk, "all things for our good." they discuss how trials can lead to positive outcomes, emphasizing god's role in turning hardships into blessings. the episode is filled with personal anecdotes, reflections on faith, and humor. they highlight the impo...

in this episode of the revival podcast, stephan and david dive into the teachings of elder christofferson's talk, "the testimony of jesus." they explore the concept of glory and salvation, discussing the different degrees of glory in the afterlife and what it means to be "just men made perfect" through the grace of jesus christ. they reflect on how the knowledge of god’s g...

in this episode of the "revival podcast," hosts dave butler and stephan taeger explore elder bednar's talk, "be still and know that i am god." they discuss themes of stillness, spiritual rest, and divine connection. through personal anecdotes and insights, they emphasize the importance of experiencing god through moments of stillness and the sabbath's role in spiritua...

in this episode of revival, david butler and stephan taeger delve into the profound topic of "covenants and responsibilities," inspired by president oaks' conference talk. they explore how personal commitments and boundaries are essential to fostering strong communities and living a life of faith. the discussion highlights the power and blessings that come from being bound to christ...