In this episode of The Dents in My Armor, Jenny and Lee continue their discussion on preparation by exploring what to do when we find ourselves with “empty lamps.” Life naturally depletes our spiritual oil, so how do we replenish it?

Together, they share scriptural insights from King Benjamin and Alma, teachings from modern prophets, and practical ways to strengthen our covenant relationship with Christ.

They discuss personal litmus tests, what it means to serve without losing balance, and the hope-filled truth that preparation is not about perfection—it’s about knowing the Savior.

Resources Used In This Episode:

Alma 5 

Mosiah 2-5

Matthew 25

Russell M Nelson, General Conference Oct 2024, The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again

Dale G. Renlund, General Conference Apr 2025, Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior

Steven D. Shumway, General Conference Apr 2025, Participate to Prepare for Christ’s Return

For the Strength of Youth, Truth Will Make You Free 

New episodes are released every Wednesday morning.

To invite Jenny and Lee to speak at your fireside, devotional, Relief Society activity or other event, email them at [email protected].  They love invitations to speak either in person or virtually, and speak on a variety of topics including divine identity, how to lean on the Savior in both good times and hard times, and preparing for the Second Coming, both spiritually and temporally.

In this episode of The Dents in My Armor, Jenny and Lee dive deep into The Parable of the Ten Virgins and its powerful message for our day.

Drawing insights from scripture, modern revelation, and recent general conference talks, they explore what it really means to be prepared—not just outwardly, but inwardly.

Together, they discuss the cost of oil, why preparation is more than checking boxes, and how a true relationship with Jesus Christ is the key to being ready when He comes again.

This thought-provoking conversation invites you to ask: What is my oil, and am I prepared to truly know the Savior?

Resources Used In This Episode:

Amy A. Wright, General Conference Oct 2023, Abide the Day in Christ

David A. Bednar, General Conference Oct 2016, “If Ye Had Known Me”

Sandino Roman, General Conference Apr 2025, Faith: A Bond of Trust and Loyalty

Spencer W. Kimball, Faith Precedes The Miracle, as quoted in the Ensign, March 2009, The Parable of the Ten Virgins 

Matthew 25:1-13

D&C 45:56-57

D&C 63:54

Cover Photo: Five Wise Virgins Statue on Temple Square, Church Newsroom

New episodes are released every Wednesday morning.

To invite Jenny and Lee to speak at your fireside, devotional, Relief Society activity or Young Women event, email them at [email protected].  They love invitations to speak either in person or virtually, and speak on a variety of topics including divine identity, how to lean on the Savior in both good times and hard times, and preparing for the Second Coming, both spiritually and temporally.

If Jesus Christ truly is the answer to all things, how did He prepare for His mission—and what can we learn from His example?

Drawing from scripture, personal experiences, and even unexpected marathon training analogies, Jenny and Lee unpack the Savior’s preparation: studying the word, praying often, making covenants, maintaining an eternal perspective, asking for help, and creating holy spaces wherever He went.

Whether you’re feeling spiritually energized or overwhelmed by the thought of preparing for the Second Coming, this conversation will help you break it down into small, achievable steps—reminding you that even the desire to prepare is enough for God to work with.

Resources Used In This Episode:

Hebrews 5:8

Luke 1:38

Luke 22:42-44

Dallin H. Oaks, April 2024 General Conference, Following Christ

Henry B. Eyring, Oct. 2009 General Conference, Our Perfect Example 

Gérald Caussé, April 2025, Compensating Blessings

Russell M. Nelson, April 2025, Confidence in the Presence of God

New episodes are released every Wednesday morning.

To invite Jenny and Lee to speak at your fireside, devotional, Relief Society activity or other event, email them at [email protected].  They love invitations to speak either in person or virtually. 

Welcome to Season 3 of The Dents in My Armor! In this kickoff episode, Jenny and Lee dive into a message repeated again and again by prophets ancient and modern: Prepare for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. But this isn’t a season of doom and gloom—it’s a season of hope, purpose, and joy. 

Drawing from scripture, prophetic counsel, and personal experience, Jenny and Lee explore what it truly means to be spiritually prepared—not out of fear, but out of faith and love. They discuss how preparation is not a checklist of panic, but an invitation to come unto Christ with confidence and peace. From Noah's ark to the parable of the ten virgins, from President Nelson's urgency to Elder Bednar’s reminder of personal revelation, this episode sets the tone for a powerful and uplifting season.

📖 What lack I yet, Lord? That simple prayer might be the beginning of your own personal preparation.

Resources Used In This Episode:

Revelations 19:7-9

Doctrine and Covenants 65:1

Neil L. Anderson, April 2011,General Conference, Preparing the World for the Second Coming

Dale G. Renlund, April 2025 General Conference, Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior

Dallin H. Oaks, April 2004, General Conference, Preparation for the Second Coming

David A. Bednar, April 2025, General Conference, The Times of Restitution of All Things

Spencer W. Kimball, April 1973, General Conference, The Family Influence

Russell M. Nelson, October 2024, General Conference, The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again

Russell M. Nelson, April 2025, General Conference, Confidence in the Presence of God

New episodes are released every Wednesday morning.

To invite Jenny and Lee to speak at your fireside, devotional, Relief Society activity or other event, email them at [email protected].  They love invitations to speak either in person or virtually. 

Summer brings longer days, looser schedules, and quiet opportunities for reflection—but it can also feel a little unsteady without the familiar rhythms of everyday life.

Join Jenny and Lee as they explore what intentional growth looks like in the open, unstructured spaces of the season. From balancing work, play, and rest to nurturing holy habits and practicing daily joyful repentance, this conversation invites you to let summer be a time of grace, gratitude, and gentle renewal.

Whether you’re soaking in family time, creating moments of connection, or simply catching your breath, there’s room here for peace and purpose.

Free Summer Bundle Resource For Families

Resources Used In This Episode:

Ether 12:6

Karen Fish, 7 Simple Ways to Add a Bit of Structure to Your Kids’ Summer

A Month of Summer Fun, July 2013, Friend

“Mom, I’m Bored,” The Rock Star Parent Blog

Russell M Nelson, Spiritual Momentum, Apr 2022 GC

S. Mark Palmer, Return unto Me… that I May Heal You, Apr 2025 GC

Jeffrey R. Holland, Making Your Life a Soul-Stirring Journey of Personal Growth, Liahona, Dec 2018

Rebecca L Craven, Removing the Feeling of Falling Short, You Are Loved: Inspiring Messages for Women, Deseret Book, 2024 and BYU Women’s Conference, May 4, 2023.

Chapters:

00:00 Welcome to Summer Reflections

04:41 Childhood vs. Parenting Summers

09:19 The Growth Mindset of Summer

14:50 Maintaining Holy Habits

18:27 The Pressure of 18 Summers

22:44 Intentional Growth in Unstructured Time

29:34 Creating Structure in Summer

35:16 Balancing Work, Play, and Rest

41:31 Embracing the Freedom of Time

48:26 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

To invite Jenny and Lee to speak at your fireside, devotional, Relief Society activity or other event, email them at [email protected].  They love invitations to speak either in person or virtually.

In this heartfelt conversation, Marla shares her personal journey of faith and her passion for the divine role of women in the gathering of Israel.

Together, we explore the unique spiritual gifts women carry, the balance of motherhood and discipleship, and how daily holy habits like scripture study shape and strengthen our connection with God.

Marla reminds us that everyone's faith journey is personal—and there’s no such thing as “too late” to build a relationship with Jesus Christ. She offers insights on overcoming shame, nurturing faith in children, and finding simple, doable ways to connect with God every day.

We also discuss the importance of creating a supportive community where women can stand together as visible disciples of Christ.

Whether you're in the midst of motherhood, seeking a deeper personal faith, or feeling called to gather and uplift others, this episode is filled with encouragement, truth, and grace.

Find and Follow Marla: @marlalovesjesus

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Marla's Journey

02:39 The Role of Women in the Gathering of Israel

05:21 Marla's Personal Awakening and Passion

08:23 Time Management and Divine Guidance

11:33 Building a Foundation on Jesus Christ

14:26 Trials as a Pathway to Faith

17:17 Early Influences and Spiritual Development

20:22 The Importance of Personal Relationships with God

25:06 Embracing a Shame-Free Environment

25:30 Nurturing Faith in Children

31:42 Fluidity of Holy Habits

33:52 Conversations with Biblical Figures

38:30 The Power of Scripture in Daily Life

39:29 Creating a Community of Women

45:01 The Call for Women to Stand Up

47:06 Connecting with Marla

New episodes are released every Wednesday morning.

To invite Jenny and Lee to speak at your fireside, devotional, Relief Society activity or other event, email them at [email protected].  They love invitations to speak either in person or virtually. 

In this episode of our new short-form podcast, Everyday Warriors, we introduce you to Courtney B.

Courtney is from Canada and a BYU student studying business. She served a mission in the south of France in the France Leon Mission. 

As you listen to Courtney, it will be easy to see how she lives safely, and intentionally, within her covenants every single day- no matter what happens.

If there is someone you would like to see featured in an upcoming Everyday Warriors episode, please email us at [email protected].

New episodes every Monday.

Join Jenny and Lee as they sit down with Bridger Pennington—entrepreneur, fund manager, and founder of Fund Launch—as he shares his journey from launching small businesses in college to running multi-million-dollar investment funds. 

Bridger opens up about the profound impact of personal hardship, including the loss of his brother, and how these experiences shaped his mindset around work, faith, and purpose. He challenges common beliefs about balance, emphasizes the power of self-talk and ownership, and explains why leaning into meaningful work brings true satisfaction. 

This conversation weaves together themes of entrepreneurship, family values, leadership, and spiritual growth, offering listeners both practical wisdom and heartfelt encouragement to be "all in"—in business, life, and faith.

Find and Follow Bridger Pennington:

Instagram https: @bridger_pennington

YouTube: @bridger_pennington

X: @bridger_penn

Tiktok: @bridger_pennington

Linkedin: @bridger_pennington

Free Gift For Our Listeners from Bridger to learn more about funds: www.altst.comResources Used In This Episode:

Gary E. Stevenson, General Conference April 2021, Hearts Knit Together - The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

David A. Bednar, Priesthood Leadership, Argentina, Feb. 2016, 'There's no such thing as balance': Elder Bednar shares an object …

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Bridger Pennington

03:43 Bridger's Journey into Finance

10:20 The Importance of Work and Purpose

17:18 Overcoming Personal Hardships

26:01 Transforming Pain into Purpose

29:20 The Power of Spiritual Experiences

30:58 Mental Frames: Victim, Survivor, Hero

36:57 Balancing Life's Demands

44:09 Defining True Success

New episodes are released every Wednesday morning.

To invite Jenny and Lee to speak at your fireside, devotional, Relief Society activity or other event, email them at [email protected].  They love invitations to speak either in person or virtually.

In this episode of our new short-form podcast, Everyday Warriors, we introduce you to Holden P.

Holden is from El Paso, Texas and a student at Brigham Young University. He served his mission in Cancun, Mexico.

Holden shares an amazing story of faith and trust in God's timing. And, how the tender mercies, even in the midst of challenges, are there for us if we look for them.If there is someone you would like to see featured in an upcoming Everyday Warriors episode, please email us at [email protected].

New episodes every Monday.

In this heartfelt episode, Jenny and Lee explore the profound relationship between earthly fathers and their children, highlighting how these bonds illuminate our understanding of divine love, and the bond we can have with our Heavenly Father.

We discuss the ways in which earthly fathers mirror the characteristics of our Heavenly Father—offering protection, guidance, and unconditional love. And, we add some personal stories about our own fathers who have both passed away.

Whether your experience with your own father has been joyful or painful, this conversation addresses moments when our earthly examples fall short, reminding us of the grace, hope, and connection our Heavenly Father extends to all of us.

Join us for this special Father’s Day episode where we celebrate the impact good men can and do have in our lives.

Resources Used In This Episode:

Matthew 7:9-11

1 Nephi 1:1

Alma 53 and Alma 56 Role of the Fathers in the Stripling Warrior Story

Father’s Day Videos from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

D. Todd Christofferson, Fathers, Apr 2016 GC

Julian Dyke, Thanks, Dad, New Era, Apr 1993

Theodore Tuttle, The Role of Fathers, Oct 1973 GC

Patrick Kearon, Receive His Gift, Apr 2025 GC

Chakell W Herbert, Strengthening My Relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, Liahona, Aug 2021

Haley Lundberg, Did Jesus Christ use the 5 love languages in His ministry?, LDSLiving, Aug 4, 2022

Teachings of John Taylor, Strengthening Our Relationship with God, Chapter 16

Brian K. Taylor, April 2018 General Conference, Am I a Child of God? 

Chapters:

00:00 Honoring Fathers: A Personal Reflection

06:35 The Essence of Heavenly Father

12:08 Gifts from Our Heavenly Father

20:26 Building Connections with God

33:46 The Importance of Connection in Relationships

36:53 Understanding Our Heavenly Father

39:07 The Role of Earthly Fathers

45:20 Lessons from the Stripling Warriors

51:46 The Impact of Good Men

57:36 Gratitude for Fathers and Father Figures

New episodes are released every Wednesday morning.

To invite Jenny and Lee to speak at your fireside, devotional, Relief Society activity or other event, email them at [email protected].  They love invitations to speak either in person or virtually.