in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss president henry b. eyring's talk, simple is the doctrine of jesus christ. they reflect on the power of simple gospel truths, the importance of teaching doctrine to children, and how god’s kindness is evident in the way he sets bounds on the adversary. through personal experiences and insights, they highlight how embracing the simplicity of the gospel provides strength, guidance, and hope in life's most complicated moments.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss president dallin h. oaks' talk, following christ. they explore the two main themes of the talk: the foundations of discipleship and christ’s teachings on avoiding contention. they highlight president oaks’ principle of beginning conversations by finding common ground and reflect on how recognizing the divinity in others transforms interactions. they also discuss how christ’s life, not just his teachings, serves as the ultimate guide for discipleship.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss the powerful themes in elder d. todd christofferson’s talk, “burying our weapons of rebellion.” they explore the balance between personal agency and divine commandments, how the gospel expands our choices rather than limits them, and the transformative power of christ to change hearts and desires. with stories of forgiveness, redemption, and hope, this conversation highlights the joy and freedom found in following god’s way and the beauty of belonging to a covenant community that welcomes all.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss elder juan pablo villar’s talk, “his hand is ready to help us.” they explore the persistent love of christ, emphasizing that his hand reaches out to us even when we feel distant or unworthy. dave and stephan share insights on recognizing god’s presence in everyday life, the power of rituals like the sacrament, and how focusing on serving others opens the door to divine inspiration. they remind listeners that god’s love is proactive, persistent, and always there to guide us forward.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger reflect on sister kristin m. yee's talk, the joy of our redemption. they explore the transformative power of mistakes, redemption, and faith, drawing parallels between the crucifixion and life's messy, complicated challenges. through thoughtful discussion, they emphasize that god's grace can turn even our own faults into opportunities for growth and beauty. stephan and david remind listeners that divine forgiveness and healing flow naturally to those who keep trying and trusting in god's merciful hand.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger explore the profound insights from elder ronald a. rasband’s talk, behold i am the light which ye shall hold up. they discuss the role of temples as spiritual centers, their impact on personal discipleship, and how they prepare individuals to bless others. reflecting on the wisdom of modern prophets, the hosts emphasize the significance of consecrated lives and the transformative power of covenants in spreading light and hope to the world.

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in this new year's eve episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger reflect on elder patrick kearon’s talk, welcome to the church of joy. they discuss the transformative power of worship, the importance of adoration, and the role of community in meaningful church experiences. with light-hearted banter about new year’s resolutions and dreams, they share personal anecdotes and insights, highlighting how genuine connections and joyful reverence can enhance faith practices. this festive conversation invites listeners to embrace the joy and love of god as they step into the new year.

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in this christmas eve special of *revival: a good news brand podcast,* hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss their personal christmas eve traditions, such as attending church services and family dinners. they delve into spiritual teachings, emphasizing the importance of trust and obedience in faith. reflecting on sister tracy y. browning’s talk, “seeking answers to spiritual questions,” they explore god’s personalized teaching method—line upon line, precept upon precept—and how it allows for growth at an individualized pace. through light-hearted anecdotes and thoughtful insights, they highlight the sacred nature of waiting, the importance of spiritual learning, and the beauty of god’s personal curriculum for each of us. they conclude by wishing everyone a merry christmas and encouraging them to embrace the joy of the season.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger dive into elder neil l. andersen's talk, the triumph of hope. together, they explore the profound concept of living with "confident expectation" in the blessings of christ’s grace and our own faithful choices. they discuss the balance between divine grace and human agency, the beauty of eternal relationships with family and friends, and the powerful promises of the temple as a house of hope. from thought-provoking insights to personal reflections, this conversation is an invitation to find hope, no matter life’s circumstances.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave and stephan explore bishop l. todd budge’s talk, seek him with all your heart, focusing on the power of slowing down, being present, and deepening our connection with god through intentional worship and holy habits. they discuss christian meditation, the importance of purpose in sacred practices, and how seeking god with our whole hearts brings peace, strength, and joy.

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