Teaching Restored

Julie and Kevin share a simple yet powerful model for gospel teaching built on three principles: center on Christ, teach from the scriptures, and make it relevant to real life. They draw on insights from a Church podcast, personal experiences, and hard-won lessons in the classroom. The episode highlights how great teaching isn’t about performance, but about connection—inviting the Spirit, understa...

Julie and Kevin explore what it really means to build Zion — not in some distant future, but here and now in our homes, classrooms, and relationships. Drawing from scripture, personal struggles, and heartfelt stories, they illuminate how unity starts within us and expands to those around us. They discuss the messy, human side of this process — battling judgment, discomfort, and resistance — and sh...

Julie and Kevin dive into one of the most challenging parts of teaching the gospel — responding to emotionally charged, sound bite questions about love, inclusion, and Church doctrine. With honesty, vulnerability, and humor, they unpack what it means to answer with both clarity and compassion. Through personal stories, tough conversations, and real examples, they explore how to navigate topics lik...

Kevin and Julie take a deep dive into what it really means to be a confident gospel teacher. Inspired by insights from The Happiness Equation , they challenge the conventional model of “success leads to happiness” and introduce a more gospel-centered approach: that happiness—rooted in gratitude, perspective, and love—fuels meaningful work and lasting success. They explore a powerful four-quadrant...

Julie and Kevin dive into the sacred art of teaching from the pulpit—how sacrament meeting talks, often underestimated or feared, can become powerful moments of connection and testimony. Drawing from personal experiences, both humorous and heartfelt, they share practical tips and guiding principles for preparing and delivering spirit-filled talks. From avoiding overused clichés to focusing talks o...

Julie and Kevin explore what it means to teach without a classroom—how even the most administrative callings can become sacred opportunities to lead others to Christ. Through heartfelt stories and practical insights, they highlight how roles like building scheduler, technology specialist, or primary pianist can be transformed into spiritual experiences when approached with intention and love. This...

Julie and Kevin dive into what it means to be a “master inviter” in gospel settings. Through scripture, personal stories, and real-life church experiences, they unpack the quiet ways people are unintentionally made to feel unwelcome—and how small shifts in behavior can open spiritual doors. They explore how subtle actions, body language, and inclusive ______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube...

Kevin and Julie explore the transformative power of love in gospel teaching. Drawing from personal experiences, scripture, and Church teaching materials, they introduce the idea of creating a "love bubble"—a classroom environment where everyone walks away feeling deeply loved by God, by their teacher, and by each other. They reflect on how genuine expressions of love can shift the purpose of a les...

Kevin and Julie explore how to keep Jesus Christ at the true center of gospel teaching. Drawing from personal experience and Stephen Covey’s insights, they introduce the idea of creating a personal mission statement to guide teaching efforts. They discuss how common distractions—like content, fear, or approval—can shift our focus, and how a Christ-centered mission realigns our purpose. With practi...

Kevin and Julie explore how to keep Jesus Christ at the true center of gospel teaching. Drawing from personal experience and Stephen Covey’s insights, they introduce the idea of creating a personal mission statement to guide teaching efforts. They discuss how common distractions—like content, fear, or approval—can shift our focus, and how a Christ-centered mission realigns our purpose. With practi...

Julie and Kevin dive deep into the overlooked power of reverence—not as quiet behavior in church, but as a transformative spiritual pattern. Drawing from Elder Suarez’s General Conference talk “Reverence for Sacred Things,” they unpack how reverence connects us to our divine identity, reshapes our spiritual character, and invites personal change. They explore practical ways to teach conference tal...

Kevin and Julie explore a powerful shift in the way we think about teaching the gospel—moving from simply delivering content to inspiring meaningful, personal transformation. Instead of measuring success by engagement or how smoothly a lesson goes, they suggest a deeper metric: what experience will learners have after class that leads them closer to Jesus Christ? They unpack how to prepare with in...

Julie and Kevin unpack what it means to be an “experience maker” in God’s kingdom—someone who doesn’t just receive the gospel but actively helps others encounter Jesus in powerful, personal ways. They explore how the Holy Spirit empowers ordinary people to step into extraordinary assignments, and how being “sent” isn’t reserved for the few—it’s the invitation for every believer. With biblical stor...

Kevin and Julie explore how understanding opposites can deepen our grasp of the Plan of Salvation. They dive into Moroni 7, questioning whether gray areas exist or if everything ultimately leads toward or away from God. Through visual illustrations, they highlight how personal paths to God differ and how repentance is about reorienting, not just correcting. This engaging discussion offers fresh in...

Kevin and Julie dive into a crucial yet often overlooked element of teaching the restored gospel—context. They explore how understanding the historical, cultural, and personal background of scripture enhances not just comprehension but also spiritual insight. Through engaging discussion, they highlight how Martin Harris’ wrestle in Doctrine and Covenants 19 takes on new meaning when placed in the...

Kevin and Julie tackle the common struggles members face when answering questions about their faith—either over-explaining ("verbal vomit") or retreating in discomfort. They introduce a new approach built around three key skills: Answer, Ask, and Empathize . Instead of focusing solely on giving the "perfect" answer, they emphasize connection —helping others feel seen, heard, and valued. Through pr...

Kevin and Julie dive into a rich discussion about Stephen Covey’s idea of the Circle of Influence vs. the Circle of Concern . Too often, people focus on things they can’t control—worrying about how others will react, whether a lesson will resonate, or if a class will stay on topic. But the real power lies in focusing on what we can influence : preparing well, inviting the Spirit, and creating an e...

Kevin has been doing some ethnographic research (or "ethnologolacking" as Julie says in the episode). He wanted to know what classes were made up of. So he started really listening and categorizing the teacher's comments and the class' responses. What he found was eye-opening. This wasn't done to be judgey, but to realize what makes up a lesson. Using the method Kevin creates may be a great way to...

Kevin and Julie dive into the art of creating a shared experience when teaching the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ. This episode is packed with insights and practical tips that will transform the way you facilitate discussions and build meaningful connections. Here's what you can look forward to learning: 5 Keys You'll Learn in This Episode: - Understanding the Shift: Discover why moving from an...

In today's episode Kevin and Julie will continue to discuss last weeks topic of Come Follow me and how it can help your teaching. https://youtu.be/RdYqmk1qyfc

In this first of two parts, Kevin and Julie go over the introduction of Come Follow Me to discuss ways that teachers and parents can improve their teaching in the home and in the classroom.

In this second of a two part series, Kevin and Julie continue their discussion on ways to learn how to ask powerful questions that will give your teaching the boost you didn't know it needed. (until you try it) Questions in the episode: - What patterns do I see? 3 Nephi 15& 16 - How do I apply it to me? 1 Nephi 17: 8-11 - What does that really mean? Moroni 7:19 - Why does this assume? D&C...

Sure, asking great questions is key to great teaching, but HOW do you ask great questions? How does one create the skill of asking powerful questions on the fly? In this first of a two part series, Kevin and Julie discuss, and give examples, of ways to learn how to ask soul searching questions that will give your teaching the boost you didn't know it needed. (until you try it) Questions in the epi...

Can a messy lesson the perfect one? Too often we think about the perfect lesson as the one which followed the lesson plan, made it through all the points we wanted to share, and everyone was in the scriptures. But what if it becomes a bit messy and doesn't follow the plan. Could that still be the perfect lesson? Kevin and Julie discuss creating the lesson, putting it on the alter and letting God t...

Let's flip things and put on the hat of the learner, not the teacher. What is YOUR responsibility as a learner? What should happen if you are not being fed the way you want to be fed? What if you are becoming disengaged from the lessons? What do you do? Julie talks about the potential problems we have when we delegate the responsibility of our learning? How can we become more engaged learners? ___...