When you discover ancient artifacts and petroglyphs near Nauvoo Illinois that support the Book of Mormon, do you keep it to yourself or share it?

Episode 4 of our 5-part miniseries “Faith to Stay” unearths several ancient artifacts & petroglyphs—a vivid chapter in Latter-Day Lights host & founder Scott Brandley’s new book on standing firm through spiritual storms.

This week, the Brandley family—Scott, and his uncles, John & Myron—retrace their 2019 trip to Illinois by showcasing their historical collections of axe heads, arrowheads, and more. From a Hopewell artifact auction to incredible discoveries found at hidden hilltop forts, listen in on how this family road-trip unearthed physical and spiritual discoveries that strengthened their testimonies.

Between best friend banter and “aha” moments, they reveal how these physical signs of The Book of Mormon can anchor belief in solid ground, showing that faith can be as tangible as the relics themselves.

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When guilt feels heavier than hope, can forgiveness still rewrite our story?

Episode 3 of our 5-part miniseries "Faith to Stay" tackles “Repentance & Forgiveness”—a burning topic in Latter-Day Lights host & founder Scott Brandley’s new book about navigating life’s fiercest spiritual storms. How are repentance and forgiveness interconnected, and how do we walk through them to achieve lasting peace?

This Sunday, we welcome back prison therapist Kellen Winslow and excommunicated bishop Dave Higham. With the overarching testimony that “repentance isn’t punishment; rather, it’s relief,” they compare courtroom justice to eternal mercy, swap stories of self-forgiveness, and reveal how seeing people in the same way God sees them can turn even the most "unforgivable" actions into miracles of compassion.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re too far gone—or have struggled to forgive someone who seems beyond reach—tune in as we navigate these two sides of the same coin, and discover why every new day is an invitation to begin again.

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To WATCH: this episode, visit: https://youtu.be/GoPQtfoFEo4

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To WATCH Dave's episode, visit: https://youtu.be/hfMj1JDSgLg

To WATCH Kellen's episode, visit: https://youtu.be/BXFYBqDQAfg

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How do you keep your faith when questions feel louder than answers?

This Sunday, episode 2 of our 5-part “Faith to Stay” miniseries dives into the idea of “Primary vs. Secondary Questions”—a core principle from Latter-Day Lights host and founder Scott Brandley’s new book on weathering spiritual storms.

Joined by returning guests—near-death survivor, Jerry Paskett, and Catholic-turned-Latter-day Saint, Dr. Fred Dodini—Scott and Alisha unpack Elder Lawrence E. Corbridge’s landmark talk “Stand Forever.” Together, they explore which questions actually anchor belief, why some doubts derail discipleship, and how personal revelation outshines internet rabbit holes. Their candid stories—from bedside miracles to late-night theological wrestling—show how holding onto just one rock-solid truth can steady an entire life.

If competing voices have ever made you wonder whether the Gospel holds up, this conversation will help you tune out the noise and lean into the answers that matter most.

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To WATCH this episode, visit: https://youtu.be/vXSMaQ8MinE

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To READ Scott’s book “Faith to Stay,” visit: https://www.faithtostay.com/

To WATCH Jerry's first episode, visit: https://youtu.be/ngNslua0nM4

To WATCH Jerry's second episode, visit: https://youtu.be/NyaeMdFxEXA

To WATCH Fred's episode, visit: https://youtu.be/Hc8ZKu-xC_0

To WATCH Elder Lawrence Corbridge's talk, "Stand Forever," visit: https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/lawrence-e-corbridge/stand-for-ever/

To READ Dr. Fred Dodini's book, "Shine Brighter," visit: https://www.amazon.com/Shine-Brighter-Choosing-Greater-Clarity/dp/1631953346

To LEARN MORE about Scott's beneficiary, "The Marcovia Project," visit: https://themarcoviaproject.org

To WATCH The Marcovia Project's Latter-Day Lights episode, visit: https://youtu.be/E1zdsd9vLhM

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How do you keep your faith strong in the world we live in today?

This Sunday, we kickoff a special 5-part miniseries called “Faith to Stay”, that discusses topics from Latter-Day Light's host and founder, Scott Brandley’s latest book on “strengthening faith during the storms of life.”

In episode 1, past guests Sheri Ramirez, Shane Baldwin, and Dusty Smith return to the show to share their eye-opening insights on the concept of “Faith in The Church Today.” Together, they tackle how faith crises' begin, how to rebuild a broken testimony, and what daily habits actually keep faith alive in today’s modern society.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re one storm away from letting go, this conversation is sure to remind you why it’s worth holding on.

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To WATCH this episode, visit: https://youtu.be/acndD6mysNc

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To WATCH Sheri’s episode, visit: https://youtu.be/mml_j7nCFoA

To WATCH Shane’s episode, visit: https://youtu.be/rjRNgcMbi6M

To WATCH Dusty’s episode, visit: https://youtu.be/CcIixBh2aZc

To READ Shane's book "The Honest Lie," visit: https://www.amazon.com/Honest-Lie-How-Navigate-Matrix/dp/B0C9FXZZH9

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This is the full streaming audiobook for Faith to Stay.  This is my gift to you.

It was written to help those who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who may be struggling with their faith.

Please feel free to share this with anyone who you feel could use it.

For more information about Faith to Stay, or to get the Free Digital version, go to www.faithtostay.com.

Enjoy!

Scott Brandley

What if the darkest parts of your past were the very things God used to lead you home?

On today’s episode of Latter-day Lights, we meet Becky Sheffer—a woman whose childhood was marked by addiction, neglect, trauma, and instability. But through it all, small miracles began to appear—moments that quietly pointed her toward something greater.

From squatting in abandoned homes and riding across the country in a broken-down car full of chickens, to living off-grid in a makeshift compound in the Utah desert, Becky’s life was anything but ordinary. 

And yet, it was the Book of Mormon that helped her change the trajectory of her life, break the cycle of abuse, overcome a difficult learning disability, and completely rewrite her story.

If you’ve ever wondered whether Christ really shows up in the mess, Becky’s story will leave no doubt.

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To WATCH this episode, visit: https://youtu.be/J8ZuGOeCOmc

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To READ Becky's book, A Girl Named White Cloud, visit: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Named-White-Cloud-darkness/dp/B0DRSXR5JX

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How does a parent stand back up when every corner of home echoes with grief?

For EMT, educator, and loving mother Larissa Dagley, tragedy began at her teen son Cody’s shooting incident—a moment that left Cody drowning in relentless nightmares and bullying for the remainder of his life. Overwhelmed by guilt and depression, Cody took his own life almost 2 years later, plunging Larissa into a darkness so crushing, she feared her heart would literally break. Yet in the midst of excruciating grief, Larissa trusted in a Savior who heals more than sins: He mends shattered souls and whispers hope into the loneliest nights.

In this heart-wrenching episode of Latter-day Lights, Larissa recounts tender mercies, spiritual impressions, and Cody's messages from the afterlife that proved Christ never left her side. Her story offers hard-won lessons on suicide awareness, the power of compassionate words, and the healing reach of the Atonement.

If you or a loved one is wrestling with depression or suicidal ideation, Larissa’s witness reminds us that no grief is too deep, no mistake too final, and no family too wounded for the Savior’s unfailing light. Tune in and learn how, even after the worst pain imaginable, Christ can guide us from storm-tossed anguish to a sunrise of lasting peace.

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When a father's greatest nightmare strikes his family not once but twice, can Heaven still find a way to spark hope?

Idaho rancher, husband, and devoted father Eldon Buchanan returns to Latter-day Lights to share the sacred tender mercies that steadied him after losing his son to suicide: Feeling the invisible strength of his son hoisting boulders for his memorial, a climb up Mount Borah where the Northern Lights felt like an embrace from Heaven, and a New Year’s graveside visit where impossibly perfect snowflakes drifted down on him, as though signed by his boys’ own hands.

In this raw retelling, Eldon shows how the Savior’s love reaches through depression’s deepest shadows with quiet, unmistakable reminders: You are seen, and no child slips from His grasp.

If you—or someone you love—are wrestling with grief or suicidal despair, Eldon’s witness offers heartfelt advice and uplifting reasons to keep going: Even shattered hearts can experience miracles, and sorrow can be transformed into an unshakable testimony—that Christ never leaves His wounded ones alone.

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What if the worst day of your life was actually part of a divine plan to save someone else?

In this powerful episode of Latter-day Lights, Tracy Jo Rollins returns to share the miraculous story of her near-fatal car crash, the traveling angels who protected her, and the unexpected calling that followed. From life-threatening injuries to divine protection, her story will leave you breathless and believing in miracles.

As a former jockey, educator, mindset coach, and now pageant titleholder, Tracy Jo has lived a life of resilience and purpose. But nothing could have prepared her for what happened on January 14th.

Through vivid memories of the crash, the kindness of strangers, and the unmistakable presence of God, Tracy walks us through how that one moment became a turning point that redefined her faith and mission.

This episode isn’t just about surviving tragedy. It’s about choosing joy, finding purpose in pain, and remembering that God is in the details—even when the road takes a turn you never expected.

Don’t miss this incredible story of light, love, and second chances.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/lHGLZRO7p3w

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When pillars of certainty crumble, is it possible to rebuild something even stronger in their place?

When two trusted ward members announced they were leaving the Church, newly called bishop Scott Brandley was rocked to the core. Overnight, the man called to strengthen spirituality in others found himself wrestling with his own doubts, spiralling into a crisis of faith, and stripping his testimony down to five essential questions around God, Joseph Smith, and The Book of Mormon.

In this special milestone episode of Latter-day Lights, the tables turn as beloved host Scott steps into the guest chair. With candor and humility, he shares the origins of how prayer-filled walks, sleepless study sessions, and Heaven-sent impressions rebuilt his faith while igniting two unexpected missions along the way: launching this very podcast, "Latter-Day Lights," and penning his new upcoming book, “Faith to Stay.”

From shepherding a ward through turbulent times, to teaming up with co-host and good friend Alisha Coakley to invite growth, instill faith, and inspire others, Scott’s journey is proof that God can use cracked foundations to plant pillars of testimony. It reminds us all that even in our most fragile moments, He is plotting our legacy behind the scenes.

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To WATCH this episode, visit: https://youtu.be/wJUm-dyO7tk

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