in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts grace, talon, hollis, and tj celebrate the summer solstice and dive into elder dieter f. uchtdorf’s talk “by this all will know that you are my disciples.” they reflect on what it means to see others—and themselves—as a wip (work in progress), sharing personal stories and powerful insights about patience, growth, and seeing people the way jesus does. from construction site metaphors to peter’s journey with christ, the group explores how love, grace, and support can help each of us become who we’re meant to be.

in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts talon, grace, hollis, and tj discuss the atonement of jesus christ provides the ultimate rescue by elder quentin l. cook. they kick things off with some exciting updates about new wearwhen scripture bracelets, and then dive into a powerful conversation on grace, rescue, and the Savior’s unmatched mercy. with vivid storytelling—including a high dive prank gone wrong and tj’s tender personal experience with the calming presence of christ—the crew reflects on how jesus rescues us even when we feel undeserving. this episode is a heartfelt reminder that living water is always there, even when we expect concrete.

in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts talon, grace, hollis, and tj dive into president camille n. johnson’s talk “spiritually whole in him” by reflecting on the ways jesus has personally shown up in their lives. from kindergarten crushes to testimony moments, they share how christ has transformed their hearts—turning ordinary days into miracles, closed doors into better paths, and personal weaknesses into spiritual wholeness. it’s an honest and uplifting conversation about knowing the same jesus who walked with mary, david, esther, and paul—and how he walks with us, too.

in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts talon, grace, hollis, and tj share a behind-the-scenes moment celebrating the release of their new temple prep book and dive into elder strong’s powerful talk, “charity: a sign of true discipleship.” through deeply personal stories and reflections on loneliness, compassion, and christlike love, they explore how real charity often means showing up in uncomfortable, even painful, places for others—just as jesus did. from jail cells to classroom hugs, this episode is a reminder that the truest form of love is being willing to simply be with people in their hardest moments.