In 1 Nephi 7:7, Laman and Lemuel rebel and want to return to Jerusalem — back to comfort, familiarity, and spiritual danger. But God didn’t call them to go back. He called them to go forward. In this episode, we explore the danger of looking back with longing, from the story of Nephi’s brothers to Lot’s wife. Progress in faith means letting go of the past — even when it feels safer — and trusting God to lead us into something better. 

In 1 Nephi 5, Sariah confronts her husband Lehi with fear, frustration, and accusation. But instead of fighting back, Lehi responds with humility, reassurance, and love. In this episode, we explore how to handle conflict with those we love — without defensiveness or blame. Whether in marriage, family, friendship, or work, we can learn how to fight with faith, take responsibility, and give others the space to grow in their own relationship with God. 

1 Nephi 4:35 says, “Zoram did take courage at the words which I spake.” Words have the power to give courage, or take it away. In this episode, we explore the spiritual weight of words — how they can lift, wound, transform, or lead. From Nephi to the Gospel of John, where “In the beginning was the Word,” we’ll dive into why our words matter, and how speaking with faith, honesty, and love reflects the divine. 

1 Nephi 3:7 says, “I will go and do…” — but what if you don’t know what to do? In this episode, we talk about the power of moving forward in faith even when the path isn’t clear. Sometimes the answer doesn’t come until after we act. God doesn’t need us to have it all figured out — He just needs us to show up, trust Him, and go. 

In this episode, we dive into the spiritual power of the heart. Lehi prayed with all his heart. Alma’s people poured out their hearts. Christ invites us to come unto Him with a broken heart. But what does it really mean to give God your heart — and what if you feel like you’ve lost it? We’ll explore ancient Hebrew views of the heart as the center of will, desire, and devotion. We’ll talk about how to reclaim your heart when it feels heavy or hardened, and why God asks for nothing less than our whole heart and a willing mind.

Nephi begins his record saying he was “born of goodly parents.” But what if your story looks different? In this episode, I open up about growing up without a father — the questions I asked, the pain I carried, and the unexpected peace I found. If you come from a family that feels broken or imperfect, this message is for you. You’re not alone, and your story still belongs in the gospel narrative. 

Welcome to The Book of Mormon in Color — a simple, heartfelt podcast where I share short reflections, rough sketches, and everyday takeaways from my personal study of the Book of Mormon. I'm not a scholar or scriptorian, just someone trying to follow Jesus Christ and build His kingdom in small, consistent ways. This trailer shares what the podcast is all about, who it’s for, and why I felt called to create it. If you're looking for a real, approachable way to connect with scripture and Christ, you’re in the right place.