Your Average Saint

On today’s episode, my friend Kylee Kelemete joins me to discuss the powerful General Conference talk The Eternal Gift of Testimony by Elder Kevin G. Brown. Together, we reflect on the sacred importance of nurturing and strengthening our own testimonies of Jesus Christ. We also talk about how a strong testimony can anchor us in truth and provide divine protection against the influence of the adversary.

The Average Saint podcast returns for season 3! This episode features Marsha and Andrea discussing the General Conference talk 'Choose Ye This Day' by Elder Dale G. Renlund, given in April 2018. They examine Elder Renlund's message that God invites us to choose Him, His ways, and His plan, and how this choice impacts our daily lives.

In this episode, we dive into Elder Richard G. Scott’s powerful General Conference talk, Make the Exercise of Faith Your First Priority, with our good friend Jon Lammers. Elder Scott teaches that when we prioritize faith, we set ourselves up for true success. He highlights essential tools for strengthening our faith: prayer, scripture study, family home evening, and temple attendance.

We also explore ways to help our children develop these habits and build a strong spiritual foundation. Jon shares a touching testimony of the blessings that come from regular temple attendance and the importance of making it a consistent part of our lives.

Elder Scott reminds us:
“I am not suggesting that all of life’s struggles will disappear as you do these things. We came to mortal life precisely to grow from trials and testing. Challenges help us become more like our Father in Heaven, and the Atonement of Jesus Christ makes it possible to endure those challenges.”

Join us as we discuss how to make faith our first priority and the peace and strength that come from doing so!

In this episode  we delve into Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf's  talk, "Daily Restoration." Join us as we explore the profound insights shared by Elder Uchtdorf on the importance of daily spiritual practices. We'll discuss how he compares our spiritual journey to navigating a path that requires constant course correction through prayer, scripture study, and self-reflection.
Our conversation will highlight the significance of small, consistent efforts in achieving spiritual growth and staying aligned with the teachings of Jesus Christ. We'll also share personal experiences and practical tips on how to incorporate these daily practices into our busy lives. Tune in to discover how seeking daily restoration can help us draw closer to God and become true disciples of Christ.

On today’s episode, Sydney McMillan joins us and we discuss the BYU devotional in God we trust by Robert E Wells. 

Trusting in divine guidance, especially during challenging times, requires a deep sense of faith and humility. Believing that God communicates through His Spirit and through inspired leaders can bring peace and clarity when life feels overwhelming.

It’s important to seek confirmation through personal prayer and reflection, trusting that God’s answers will align with His love and wisdom. Even when the path ahead is unclear, faith can help us move forward with courage, knowing we are never truly alone.

In this episode we're joined by our friend Haley Bennett to discuss the talk “According to the Desire of Our Hearts” by Neal A. Maxwell. We delve into the profound truth that while God provides guidance and opportunity, it is ultimately up to us to act on the desires within our hearts. God facilitates and opens doors, but He will not force us to walk through them. Together, we’ll explore how our deepest desires can align with God’s will, and the importance of taking responsibility for our choices. We’ll discuss the balance between faith and free will, and how to cultivate a heart that seeks alignment with divine purpose. This episode invites you to reflect on the role of personal agency in spiritual growth and how trusting in God’s provision, while embracing our responsibility to act, can lead to a life of deeper fulfillment and meaning.

In this episode, we discuss the General Conference talk 'Covenant Belongings' by Gerrit W. Gong with our co-host Marsha Leguizamon. 
The message emphasizes the importance of covenants through our spiritual journey, that  our safety and peace are found by adhering to them. It highlights that the Lord encourages continual faithfulness to these sacred promises or returning to them if one has strayed. It's a reminder of divine guidance and protection when staying committed to the covenants made with Heavenly Father.

This week we discussed the talk The Other Prodigal by Jeffrey R. Holland with our friend Angela McMillan. We talked about the affliction of comparison and how it can block us from true happiness.  We talk about how our Savior knows us individually and we are all equally important to Him. 

This week our friend David Koons joins us to discuss the talk given by Russell M. Nelson, called the Price of Priesthood Power.  We talk on the importance of living your life in a way that is worthy to have the blessing of the Priesthood.   

Our guest this week is our friend Elaine Koons,  we discuss the talk Prayer by David E. Sorensen.  We talk about the importance of daily prayer and why we need to make time for it.  We also talk about  ways to fit in prayer in our busy lives.