In this episode, Pam Schuchard shares the story of her 30-year battle with alcohol abuse, and how a shocking phone call from her daughter completely changed her life.

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In this Special Christmas Episode, Jared Brandley shares his story of how he came to write and compose the inspirational, heart-touching song "Savior and Son".

As a Christmas gift, we have created a special music video of Savior and Son for you, and have included it in this podcast episode. We've also included the lyrics below:

Savior and Son

1st Verse
Little Baby, wrapped in swaddling clothes, safely nestled in my arms.
I will hold You through the night, I will keep You safe from harm.
Little Baby, when the shepherds came, and knelt beside your manger stall,
You smiled at them with so much love, King of Kings and Lord of All.

Chorus
Sweet baby boy, your mother’s joy, is full tonight, the stars are bright, and Heaven is near.
Whate’er You do, the trials You pass through, your mother’s love, like God’s above, will always be here.

2nd Verse
As I look into your sleeping face, I wonder what your eyes will see;
Birds and beasts and clouds and olive trees, sunsets on the Sea of Galilee?
The lame will rise, and come, and follow You; the blind will look into your eyes,
You will make the leper whole again, still the waves and calm the skies.

Chorus

3rd Verse
Someday, You will die upon a cross, a gift to set all mankind free,
Offered freely by a sinless soul, You will rescue even me.
When You go, I know my heart will break, once Your sacrifice is done.
But tonight I’ll hold You close to me, my Savior and Son.

3rd Chorus
Jesus, my child, tender and mild, when You are grown, and I’m alone, though Heaven is near,
Whate’er I do, the trials I pass through, I know your love, like God’s above, will always be here.

Ending Chorus
Through tears and pain, sunshine and rain, Gethsemane, upon the tree, and when your battle’s won,
I’ll still be here, and you’ll still be near, I hope You know, I Love You so, my Savior and Son.
I hope You know, I Love You so, my Savior and Son.

Words and Music Copyright © 2006 Jared C. Brandley

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We'd like to give a special thanks to Jared for being willing to share Savior and Son with the world.

We'd also like to thank James Wales for generously donating his recording studio, Ruth James for playing the keyboard, and Jessie Tensmeyer for singing this beautiful song.

To learn more about Savior and Son or Jared's other Christmas and holiday-centered songs, please email him at [email protected]. Savior and Son sheet music is available for purchase.

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

To WATCH the music video on it's own, visit: https://youtu.be/7hIbUW9lt8E

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In this episode, Chani Barlow shares her story of how a devastating car accident, depression, infertility, and vivid dreams of her future children took her life down unexpected paths she never could have possibly imagined.

These experiences and many others have helped her to realize that just when our faith dwindles and challenges seem insurmountable, God chooses to step in.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/R1UNthSyAg0

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To learn more about Chani, visit her website at https://www.chanibarlow.com

To buy her book "Seeking Solace" go to (direct link): https://www.amazon.com/Seeking-Solace-Finding-Miracles-Planned-ebook/dp/B09X3RPMPP?ref_=ast_sto_dp

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This week, Doug Brunnette shares his conversion story of how he grew up as an active member of the Catholic church, and even went to a Catholic University before finding the gospel and joining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Doug's decision to join the church has had a huge impact for good in so many people's lives. It's a great story that you don't want to miss!

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To WATCH this podcast episode, visit: https://youtu.be/-e2ooGnsz8g

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In this episode, Scott Brandley shares some powerful, spiritual experiences throughout his life that have helped to change his heart, increase his faith, and strengthen his conversion to the gospel.

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

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What would you do if you knew your unborn child wasn't going to survive?

In this episode, Jacqueline Nuttall shares her story of how her son, Milo, was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder before he was born - Trisomy 18 - and how she and her family faced an uncertain future with faith and trust in God and His eternal plan.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/XgkbQjQtY8U

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To get or gift Jacqueline's book "Angel Boy" go to (direct link):  https://www.amazon.com/Angel-Boy-Jacqueline-Nuttall/dp/B09VJVSGSW/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1668558991&sr=8-1

learn more about Trisomy 18, visit: https://trisomy18.org/

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On this weeks episode, Stephanie Francom shares various times in her life when she felt fear, but learned to lean into God's promises and exercise her faith - receiving peace and comfort.

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To watch this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/HKI9NxOY_k8

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Stephanie Francom is a publisher, writing coach, and personal development coach.  For more information visit:

https://rooftoppublishing.org
https://www.stephaniefrancom.com

Here are Stephanie's books (direct links):

1. From the Embers: Five Steps to Rise to Your Potential  - https://shop.rooftoppublishing.org/products/from-the-embers

2. Collective Brilliance: Spark Ideas, Build Faith, and See Your Ministry in a Whole New Light - https://shop.rooftoppublishing.org/products/collective-brilliance

3. Firm: We've Built our Foundation on Jesus (her family history stories, inspired by the story she shares in the podcast) - https://shop.rooftoppublishing.org/products/weve-built-our-foundation-on-jesus

4. Bound to Him: How to Lean into God's Promises to Covenant Israel (Coming Soon)  - "A Small Selection of God's Promises" (as discussed in the podcast) is available if you scroll almost to the bottom of the page... https://www.stephaniefrancom.com/

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Wendee was a young wife, an active mother of four small kids, and an avid marathon runner when she started getting extreme headaches that she couldn't explain. As these headaches continued to grow and intensify she discovered that her very life was in the balance and about to change forever.

*** Help us make a difference!  Hit the SHARE button and bring some much needed hope and light to those you love. ***

To watch this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/txMBDVqtW3w

To read the full transcript, visit: https://otter.ai/u/R7T-YkFEZbihEdWPpzKyuDSnYHM

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In this weeks episode, Erica Steed shares her story of how she is finding her way as a new, single sister in the church, and how she's had to battle misinformation and false doctrine along her journey.

*** Please help us spread Erica's light to the world by SHARING her story.  You never know whose life you will impact for good. ***

To watch this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/6HdW-gmBXAw

To listen to the audio version of this podcast on Apple, Audible, Spotify, Google, Pandora, iHeartRadio, or other popular podcast apps click here:  https://latterdaylights.buzzsprout.com/

To read the full transcript, visit: https://otter.ai/u/ae9cGBhgXuJaswtm3Sk9g_rljvc

Also, if you have a faith-promoting or inspiring story, or know someone who does, please let us know by going to https://www.latterdaylights.com and reaching out to us.

In this episode, Clarissa Brandley shares her story of how as a young adult, she silently struggled with mental health issues that ultimately led to thoughts of suicide - all without her parents or friends ever knowing.

Ultimately she was able to confide in a missionary companion, who fortunately went against her wishes and helped to save her life.

*** Please help us spread Clarissa's light to the world by SHARING her story.  You never know whose life you will impact for good. ***

To watch this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/3vvTAf-P2Zw

To listen to the audio version of this podcast on Apple, Audible, Spotify, Google, Pandora, iHeartRadio, or other popular podcast apps click here:  https://latterdaylights.buzzsprout.com/

Here's a link to the church's mental health and suicide prevention resources:  https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/get-help/suicide?lang=eng

And here are some of Clarissa's favorite talks on mental health:
- The Immediate Goodness of God
- Thru Cloud and Sunshine, Lord, Abide with Me!
- Notwithstanding My Weakness
- Be Ye Therefore Perfect - Eventually
- Like a Broken Vessel

Also, if you have a faith-promoting or inspiring story, or know someone who does, please let us know by going to https://www.latterdaylights.com and reaching out to us.