On Fire

The Lord declared to his church in 1831: For all flesh is corrupted before me; and the powers of darkness prevail upon the earth, among the children of men, in the presence of all the hosts of heaven— Which causeth silence to reign, and all eternity is pained ... and, behold, the enemy is combined. ... wherefore, treasure up wisdom in your bosoms, lest the wickedness of men reveal these things unto you by their wickedness ... but if ye are prepared ye shall not fear. And that ye might escape the power of the enemy, and be gathered unto me a righteous people, without spot and blameless— (Doctrine and Covenants 38:11, 12, 30,31) This episode discusses who "the enemy" is and how we can recognize and oppose the powers of darkness.

Have you ever been told to put your difficult question about church history or doctrine on a shelf? This episode addresses how to approach receiving answers to troubling questions without losing our faith and how building a foundation of experiences with Jesus Christ can help us avoid tripping up when presented with information we don't yet understand.

In 2009, Sister Julie B. Beck, former Relief Society General President, taught: “"The Family: A Proclamation to the World' was written to reinforce that the family is central to the Creator’s plan. Without the family, there is no plan; there is no reason for mortal life. 

In addition to understanding the theology of the family, we all need to understand the threats to the family. If we don’t, we can’t prepare for the battle. 

Korihor was an anti-Christ. Anti-Christ is antifamily. Any doctrine or principle our youth hear from the world that is antifamily is also anti-Christ. It’s that clear. If our youth cease to believe in the righteous traditions of their fathers ... if our youth don’t understand their part in the plan, they could be led away." 

This episode discusses the doctrine of the family and need to defend it in our day.

Our world is in serious turmoil. Nuclear war is being threatened and is as real a possibility as it’s been since the Cuban Missile Crisis. Food shortages are threatening millions of people with starvation. Energy shortages and costs are threatening a miserable and possibly deadly winter in Europe and elsewhere. Social and political issues are tearing the United States and other countries apart. We are possibly on the brink of an economic collapse of massive scale. Opposition toward Christianity broadly and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints specifically is increasing. What recent counsel have church leaders given about being physically and spiritually prepared?

"When we dare to be different, we choose to engage fully in the restored Church", President Dallin H. Oaks taught. "We keep our covenants. We have the courage to follow all the teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ". 

In an ever-darkening world, it can be difficult to be a light--to stand out. Do we have the faith and the courage to stand up for what is right? Do we have the courage to be different? 

Are we truly keeping the Sabbath Day holy? What is our covenant obligation and what are the blessings associated with keeping this ancient--yet remarkably relevant--commandment? This episode discusses the blessings and the consequences of how each of us personally approach the Sabbath Day.

"Light dispels darkness. When light is present, darkness is vanquished and must depart. More importantly, darkness cannot conquer light unless the light is diminished or departs. When the spiritual light of the Holy Ghost is present, the darkness of Satan departs. 

"Beloved young men and young women of the Church, we are engaged in a battle between the forces of light and darkness. If it were not for the Light of Jesus Christ and His gospel, we would be doomed to the destruction of darkness. But the Savior said, 'I am come a light into the world.' 'He that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life.'" - Elder Robert D. Hales 

This episode discusses the importance of generating and accumulating spiritual light and the power of light to dispel darkness and protect us from the adversary.

On May 15, 2022, President Russell M. Nelson gave a talk he called "Choices For Eternity" at a worldwide devotional for young adults. This episode breaks down the content of his talk and discusses why President Nelson felt like talking to young people about their identity and the labels they use to describe themselves and others was significant and timely.

Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints who have made sacred covenants in temples have the opportunity to wear a physical reminder of their covenants. We are taught: "The temple garment is a reminder of covenants made in the temple and, when worn properly throughout life, will serve as a protection against temptation and evil. It is a sacred privilege to wear the garment and doing so is an outward expression of an inner commitment to follow the Savior Jesus Christ."  

Some church members are finding it difficult to follow the church's counsel on wearing the garment and are forfeiting important blessings. This episode discusses the significance of properly wearing and honoring the Garment of the Holy Priesthood.