In this episode I apply the 5 step learning process to Elder Cook's talk "The Atonement of Jesus Christ Provides the Ultimate Rescue". I discuss how we may need to be rescued in certain circumstances, how Jesus Christ can rescues us in a personal and intimate way. We can also help rescue others as well. I share an example how my husband and I had the opportunity to help a fellow hiker out of a tricky situation.

What if the delays in your life were God’s way of setting you up for something greater? In this conversation, Courtney Peterson talks with Dagen Proudfit, a 17 year old Laurel in Arizona about how faith, repentance, and patience come together in the quiet moments of daily discipleship through Sister Tamara W. Runia’s conference address “Your Repentance Doesn’t Burden Jesus Christ; It Brightens His Joy.” If you’ve ever wrestled with God’s timing or wondered how to find peace while navigating imperfections, this episode will help you feel seen and spiritually re-centered.Through stories of real struggle and insight, they explore how repentance is not about shame but progress, how divine love is constant even in weakness, and how community plays a vital role in spiritual development. It’s a heartfelt reminder that the Savior invites us to keep trying, not to be perfect, but to stay close to Him. This episode is for anyone seeking hope, healing, and a deeper relationship with God.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction

(03:25) Trusting God's Plan Through Delays

(05:14) Repentance and the Gift of Starting Again

(08:21) Agency and Baptism for the Dead

(11:31) Daily Repentance in Real Life

(15:53) Prayer That Feels Like a Conversation

(19:27) Perfectionism, Forgiveness, and Church Culture

(25:11) Trials, OCD, and Deepening Faith

(33:50) Shame, Healing, and Knowing God's Love

(45:03) Tools for Staying on the Covenant Path

(52:43) Obedience Rooted in Affection

(58:58) Final Reflections and Encouragement

In this episode of the Beyond Here Podcast, we share discuss President Russell M Nelson's April 2025 Address called "Confidence In The Presence of God" and Kent shares a personal story about choosing charity over judgment during a moment of misunderstanding with a church leader.

When Kent's daughter is questioned about her readiness for a camp experience, the initial reaction is hurt and frustration. But instead of letting resentment take root, Kent seeks understanding, turning the moment into an opportunity for growth and connection.

Through open, Christ-centered dialogue, the issue is resolved with grace and mutual respect. This story becomes a powerful example of how faith, humility, and charity can transform relationships within church and family life.

We also explore confidence in God, mindset shifts, and how regular temple worship strengthens our spiritual capacity. This conversation invites reflection on how to face life’s challenges with intention, compassion, and purpose.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction – A Moment of Honest Emotion

02:59 - Finding the Spirit in Stillness

05:45 - Meet Kent Edmunds and His Journey

10:45 - Reframing Your Mindset with Faith

13:45 - Developing Confidence in God

17:00 - Trials as Catalysts for Spiritual Growth

21:40 - Choosing Charity in Conflict

25:00 - Stories of Forgiveness

30:30 - Understanding Personal Worth

37:00 - Living with Intentional Faith

Sometimes the path forward isn’t clear until we take the step. In this episode of Beyond Here, we explore how faith, hope, and community can transform personal adversity into a foundation for purpose. Bryan Wright, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and heart-centered entrepreneur, shares his journey from professional setbacks to founding a thriving business driven not by certainty, but by spiritual prompting.

Together, we talk about redefining success, embracing tribulation as a teacher, and the powerful difference between wishing for something and placing true hope in God. This episode will challenge you to look at your own struggles through an eternal lens and ask: What if this trial is actually the beginning of something sacred?

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:49 From Setback to Calling: How Wright PT Was Born

09:28 What Hope Really Means During Hard Times

28:45 Holding Faith in Life’s Toughest Moments

59:32 Resilience Rooted in Eternal Perspective

1:03:28 The Peace That Comes When You Stop Fighting

1:06:42 Moving Past Doubt to Make Space for Peace

Whether you’re navigating loss, seeking clarity, or simply trying to hold onto hope, this conversation offers encouragement, perspective, and practical wisdom.

In a world that tells us to blend in, your spiritual identity was meant to stand out.This episode of Beyond Here is an invitation to embrace who God made you to be fully, courageously, and with purpose.

We explore what it means to prioritize discipleship in everyday life, why temple worship strengthens us for what lies ahead, and how a quiet moment in the middle of Times Square reminded me that Christ is still at the center of it all. From personal reflections to practical spiritual principles, we talk about preparing for the Second Coming, staying anchored in faith during uncertainty, and finding real peace through trust in Jesus Christ.

Chapters

00:00 Owning Your Individual Spiritual Identity

05:23 How Discipleship Deepens Growth

36:48 A Sacred Moment in Times Square

39:32 Embodying Christ Through Daily Practice

54:41 How Faith Brings Strength Through Trials

If you’ve ever felt unseen or unsure of your place in this world, I hope this episode reminds you that your uniqueness is part of your divine design.

There are moments in life when everything shifts suddenly, silently, and completely. This is one of those moments.

In this very first episode, I’m sharing the moment that changed everything a moment so personal, so disruptive, that it became the catalyst for this entire podcast. When the life I had planned fell apart, I found myself standing at the edge of the unknown, asking: What now?

What followed was a journey through heartbreak, healing, and eventually hope. I started to see how breakdowns can become breakthroughs, how mindset matters more than we realize, and how spiritual guidance can light the way forward when nothing makes sense.

This podcast was born from that space of searching, stretching, and slowly rebuilding. It’s for anyone who's navigating change, chasing clarity, or choosing to believe there’s more waiting on the other side.

Welcome to Beyond Here. Let’s begin.

Beyond Here is a podcast for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who want to deepen their spiritual journey. Hosted by author and certified NLP practitioner Courtney Peterson, the show explores personal revelation, restored gospel teachings, and how to truly hear Him in everyday life.

Each week, Courtney shares stories, insights, and tools to help you navigate doubt, receive personal direction, and build an unshakable relationship with God. Faith was never meant to be passive—and this show invites you to engage with it fully.

If He can reach me, He can reach you.