this is kingdom

In this episode of This Is Kingdom: A Good News Brand Podcast, Grace, Talon, TJ, and Hollis discuss Elder Jorge T. Becerra’s talk Tithing: Putting God First. They explore the idea of being “double-minded” and how living with one foot in and one foot out can leave us stuck, confused, and searching for clarity.

Through stories about relationships, faith journeys, and personal experiences, they talk about the power that comes from making a decision and fully committing. The conversation highlights how peace, purpose, and spiritual growth often come after choosing to go all in with God instead of staying on the fence.

This week’s challenge is simple: write “God, I’m all in today” on a sticky note each morning and place it somewhere you’ll see throughout the day. Small daily choices can strengthen your relationship with God and help you live with greater intention and meaning.

In this episode of This Is Kingdom: A Good News Brand Podcast, Grace, Talon, TJ, and Hollis reflect on Elder David A. Bednar’s talk All Who Have Endured Valiantly, sharing insights on fatherhood, discipleship, and the influence of living as an example for others. They explore how following Christ daily shapes not only our lives but also those who look up to us.

The conversation reframes what it means to “endure to the end,” shifting it from something heavy or difficult into a life filled with the pure love of Christ. Instead of just getting through life, the hosts emphasize becoming “possessed” by Christlike love—where service, growth, and transformation happen naturally as we draw closer to Him.

This week’s challenge: reach out to one person each day and check in on them. Through simple, intentional acts of love, we can move from being passive to truly living as disciples—giving love freely and, in turn, receiving it more abundantly.

In this episode of This Is Kingdom: A Good News Brand Podcast, Grace, Talon, TJ, and Hollis dive into Elder Gilbert’s talk “Come Home,” focusing on the power of returning to Jesus—and helping others do the same.

TJ shares a personal story about a time he felt himself drifting and struggling to come back. What made the difference wasn’t a big moment, but a group of friends who simply welcomed him in. Their love and consistency helped him find his way back, showing how powerful it is to just be there for someone.

That idea builds into a central theme: it’s not about calling people out, it’s about calling them up and calling them in. Small invitations, genuine friendship, and seeing the potential in others can change everything.

Hollis shares a powerful story of a girl on the verge of leaving her faith who heard “I love you” at the exact moment she needed it, reminding everyone that God is aware of the details—and often works through simple moments and willing people.

The episode ends with a clear challenge: pray for someone each day and look for a way to invite them closer to Jesus. Because sometimes, helping someone come home starts with something as simple as reaching out.

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, the group continues sharing their biggest takeaways from General Conference, and one theme stands out above everything else: Jesus. They reflect on how every talk pointed back to Him, and what it looks like when your focus becomes Christ in real, everyday situations.

TJ shares how centering life on Jesus changes everything, and how making Him your focus can reshape your reality. Talon builds on that idea by talking about growth, using a personal story about realizing his potential wasn’t as limited as he once thought. Sometimes it takes stepping into a new environment to see that there is more available to you than you ever imagined.

Grace shares a powerful line that became her one takeaway: “I can love even more.” What struck her most was that even an apostle realized his capacity to love was still growing. That idea shifts everything. Loving others is not something we ever max out, it is something that continues to expand as we follow Jesus.

The episode ends with a simple but powerful challenge: set daily reminders asking, “How can I love even more right now?” Then act on the answer. Because the purpose of life is not just to learn about love, it is to become it.

Chapters:

00:00 INTRO

04:03 Realizing new basketball potential

09:18 Discovering your best self

11:21 Emphasizing love for God and people

13:44 Discussing the hymn "I Need Thee"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, the group shares their biggest takeaways from General Conference and reflects on the power of choosing one principle to truly live. What starts as a simple tradition becomes a deeper invitation to not just hear inspiring messages, but actually apply them in everyday life.

Hollis shares a powerful personal story about a moment that quickly turned from one of the best days to one of the worst. Through that experience, he learned that our hardest days don’t have to be wasted. Instead, they can become the very moments where connection, growth, and God’s work happen the most if we allow them to.

Grace shares a line from President Uchtdorf that changed her perspective: Jesus Christ is not found among the dead, he is found among the living. The group explores what it means to truly feel alive and how real connection with God and other people brings life back into moments that feel dull, disconnected, or empty.

They also challenge the habit of turning to phones, social media, or AI when feeling low, and instead invite listeners to seek real connection. This episode is a reminder that life is meant to be lived fully, and the way back to feeling alive is through God and genuine relationships.

Chapters:

00:00 INTRO

06:27 Finding opportunity in tough times

08:27 A memorable takeaway from the event

12:40 Dealing with thermostat issues

14:59 Reflecting on AI and real connections

In this episode of This Is Kingdom: A Good News Brand Podcast, Talon, Grace, TJ, and Hollis celebrate mission call and temple endowment season, while sharing their Mission Prep and Temple Prep study guides and master classes available at GoodNewsBrandCo.com.

They dive into President Dallin H. Oaks’ talk Alive in Christ, reflecting on the Good Samaritan and the call to become peacemakers. The conversation highlights slowing down, serving others, and how repeated gospel principles help shape true discipleship.

This week’s challenge is simple: do one act of service before going on social media. Small, intentional acts of kindness can make a real difference and help us better follow Christ.

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, the group talks about General Conference, traditions, and a shift they feel called to make, from simply hearing the word to actually living it. Inspired by the principle “be ye doers of the word,” they introduce a new direction for the podcast: weekly challenges designed to help apply prophetic teachings in real, practical ways.

The conversation explores how easy it is to feel inspired by conference talks, self-help content, or spiritual insights, yet never follow through. They reflect on the power of accountability, community, and doing hard things together, not just consuming content, but actually changing because of it. What starts as a discussion about conference traditions turns into a deeper invitation to build a real community centered on action, growth, and living truth together.

They also share the first challenge, the P² Challenge: offering a daily preparation prayer leading up to General Conference, asking God for guidance, clarity, and an open heart. But beyond just praying, they emphasize the importance of creating space to truly listen and receive revelation.

This episode is a call to stop just checking the box spiritually and start living intentionally, together.

Chapters:

00:00 INTRO

04:49 "Accountability Transforms Goals"

06:43 "Building Real Community Together"

10:11 "Living the Prophet's Words"

13:19 "Pray, Listen, Eliminate Distractions"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis reflect on President Oaks’ invitation to remember that this is real and to be a part of it. Through a conversation about entertainment, distraction, and the things that so easily consume our attention, they explore why we are often drawn to stories, progress, and connection that feel safe and easy, while hesitating to fully live the real version God is offering us. The discussion centers on the truth that the life, love, growth, and purpose we long for are not meant to stay on a screen or in our imagination, but to become part of our actual story.

This episode is a reminder that God is not inviting us to watch a good story unfold, but to live one with Him. With honest reflections on fear, commitment, relationships, and the difference between imitation and reality, the conversation encourages listeners to step away from the counterfeit things that keep them stalled and trust that the life God has in mind is not only real, but worth saying yes to.

Chapters:
00:00 INTRO
03:43 "AI: The Growing Reliance"
08:59 Shifting from AI to Humanity
11:24 "Living Your True Story"
14:27 "Yesu, Laaveha Imai"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis reflect on Elder Holland’s final general conference message and the power of the Book of Mormon to help us see more clearly. Through personal stories, memories of the MTC, and tender reflections on Elder Holland’s life and witness, the hosts talk about how scripture opens our eyes to the character of God and helps us recognize His grace in a deeper way. The conversation centers on the kind of sight that comes from knowing Jesus and trusting His word.

This episode is a reminder that God often works through simple things to change us completely. With heartfelt reflections on scripture study, grace, and the quiet ways Christ helps us see what we could not see before, the conversation invites listeners to turn to the Book of Mormon with fresh intent and let it lead them closer to Him.

Chapters:

00:00 INTRO

03:58 "Seeing Through the Book of Mormon"

09:03 "Grace, Sight, and Scripture"

09:58 "Choosing Abundance Over Lack"

14:12 President Holland: Love and Life Lessons