In this episode of the Nothing Doubting podcast, Rosalie tells about the investigation that happened after the surprising, transformative experience while reading the Book of Mormon from Episode 3. Rosalie discusses the internal conflict she faced between her doubts and the unexpected Presence of Divine Grace, emphasizing how her repeated experiences with the Presence challenged her previous understanding of grace as something earned rather than freely given by the Savior. She draws on scriptural examples, personal stories, and insights from interactions with others who were also observed to receive grace freely, encouraging listeners to explore their personal relationship with Jesus and accept the grace He offers. The episode concludes that Jesus meets us where we are, using grace to help us in the place we are stuck.

00:00 Welcome to the Nothing Doubting Podcast

00:45 The Investigation of What Happened that Night of Thanksgiving

02:02  Confusion Over Why

04:40 Missing that Divine Presence

08:13 Asking for Grace Like the Voice Said to Do

11:49 A Repeated Divine Encounter

18:40 Confusion Over Grace vs. Works

20:14 Elder Holland on Perfectionism

20:43 Misunderstanding of Grace in LDS Doctrine

29:39 Bright Line Tests and Their Fairness

30:44 The Concept of Grace and Bright Line Thinking

31:59 Alma the Younger: A Case Study in Grace

33:50 When Righteousness Becomes Your Identity

36:41 Understanding Grace Through Personal Stories

38:16 Nadine's Story: A Personal Perspective on Jesus

40:41 Janet's Story: Grace in Unexpected Places

46:26 The Nature of Grace and Personal Revelation

53:12 Receiving Grace in Your Life

58:06 Conclusion: Embracing Grace and Looking Forward

In this episode of the Nothing Doubting podcast, host Rosalie Carollo shares her personal journey of faith, doubt, and transformation. She discusses the challenges she faced when her religious expectations clashed with reality, leading to a profound crisis of belief. Rosalie recounts how family tragedies, marital struggles, and religious disillusionment tested her faith, bringing her to the brink of leaving the church. A pivotal experience during the Thanksgiving holiday in 2018, where she felt a divine presence and heard a distinct voice, marked a turning point in her spiritual journey. This episode sets the stage for further exploration into the limitless potential of faith and how Jesus meets us where we are, even in moments of doubt.

00:00 Welcome to the Nothing Doubting Podcast

00:37 Understanding Disconnects and Doubts

01:42 The Cultural Stigma of Doubt

03:37 Personal Story: How my Faith Unraveled

06:09 A Family Tragedy Unfolds

11:14 Marriage Challenges with Religious Expectations

23:35 Struggles with Church and Community

29:01 Seeking Refuge and Understanding

30:39 Struggling with Faith and Doubt

31:50 A Clean Break from the Church

33:27 Listening to General Conference

36:03 A Reluctant Decision to Read

38:15 An Unexpected Spiritual Encounter

41:49 Confronting the Divine Presence

50:23 The Aftermath and Lingering Questions

57:37 Reflecting on a Pivotal Moment

In the second episode of 'Nothing Doubting,' host Rosalie Carollo delves deep into the concept of radical faith and the importance of asking questions in one's faith journey. The episode builds on perspectives discussed in the first installment, including the pitfalls of magical faith and gray area faith. Rosalie emphasizes that radical faith requires stepping out of one's comfort zone and facing uncomfortable questions and doubts. Through personal anecdotes and teachings from President Russel M. Nelson, she underscores the critical role of personal revelation in navigating spiritual disconnects and crises. Listeners are encouraged to embrace their questions as a path to deeper understanding and stronger faith.

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:32 Recap of Episode One

01:54 Understanding Radical Faith

03:09 Early Faith Experiences

06:26 Facing Disconnects in Faith

10:43 The Importance of Asking Questions

14:13 Personal Experience with Questions

20:07 Developing the Skill of Questioning

22:26 Practical Tips for Formulating Questions

24:59 Conclusion and Next Steps

27:04 Recap and Introduction to Faith Questions

27:43 Childhood Story

31:57 The Metaphorical Encyclopedia

36:44 Seeking Answers from a Higher Source

38:23 The Importance of Personal Revelation

46:27 Joseph Smith as an Example of Radical Faith

51:38 Encouragement to seePersonal Revelation

53:20 What's Upcoming in the Next Episode

Welcome to the launching episode of 'Nothing Doubting,' I'm your host, Rosalie Carollo, a Relief Society teacher from the California Bay Area and a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, In this episode we explore the concept of radical faith. We discusses the limitations of black and white, gray area, and magical thinking faith models and introduce radical faith as a mature and sustaining perspective. Drawing from the story of the Brother of Jared in the Book of Mormon, We talk about radical faith as a transformative path that goes beyond conventional understanding, especially during crises. This podcast aims to challenge the impediments to faith and encourage listeners to seek a deeper, more realistic connection with God. I also shares my personal motivation for starting the podcast and my own certainty in the reality of Jesus Christ.

00:00  Welcome to Nothing Doubting

00:27  Purpose and Motivation

01:37 Faith in Difficult Times

03:13 Black and White Faith

06:39 Gray Area Faith

10:35 Magical Faith

14:24 Faith Continuum

16:53 Introducing Radical Faith

17:51 The Story of the Brother of Jared

22:54 Applying Radical Faith

31:40 Personal Testimony and Podcast Goals

34:29 Conclusion and Invitation

References:

* Ether 2:16-19, 23

* Ether 3:4-6