Previous Still Rowing guest, Dan Ellsworth, (see Ep.9: Emerging From a Faith Crisis With Greater Faith) returns in this episode to share more about what a faith crisis is and is not, healthy vs. unhealthy ways of approaching faith crisis and available tools to help navigate doubts to put us back on a trajectory of faith in Christ and His church.
In today’s technological age where a sea of information is available at our fingertips and differing opinions constantly echo in our ears, it can be challenging to get to the bottom of the truth of any subject – especially faith and religion. When hard questions arise that may challenge our testimony, how do we find answers that will satisfy both the mind and the heart?
In this episode, Lorin “Moss” Lillywhite shares his unique experience deep diving into faith-affirming and anti-Mormon literature – initially with the intent to disprove the truthfulness of the gospel – and now as a means of deepening his conversion and helping others. Moss shares valuable insights how we too can find answers to hard questions and details the importance of allowing both the intellect and Spirit to play a key role in our conversion. He also shares some personal trials of faith that have deepened his testimony of the structure of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and our responsibility and opportunity to bear one another’s burdens as disciples of Christ.
In 1995, President Gordon B. Hinckley shared “The Family: A Proclamation to the World” in the women’s session of General Conference. At the time, the truths stated within the proclamation may have only seemed like a reiteration of basic truths agreed upon by many in and outside of the church. But since 1995, we have seen a major turnabout in public opinion regarding the definition and purpose of marriage, sexuality and gender, and the value of childbearing. Today we see the proclamation increasingly coming under fire with some saying it is too exclusive, constraining, and outmoded.
In this episode, BYU professor and family studies researcher Jenet Erickson discusses the data regarding the effect of marriage on child/adult development and well-being, the unique contributions of fathers and mothers on child development as well as how these findings shed light on the timely and prophetic nature of the Family Proclamation. She also discusses how we all fall outside the lines of the familial ideal, but through Christ and as a beloved member of God’s great family, we can feel love and belonging despite our mortal challenges.
Interesting in hearing more from Jenet Erickson? Check out these links.
We Need Children Even More Than They Need Us
Individual Rights and the Well-being of Children
Fathers Don’t Mother and Mothers Don’t Father
Article from Deseret News on the Proclamation:
In the wake of the Uvalde shooting and the conflict in Ukraine, we testify that peace can be found; the source of peace is Jesus Christ.
In this Still Rowing Short, host Kim Stratford Gale speaks to finding immediate peace in Christ during unthinkable tragedy. She shares a few specific ways she has found peace despite all of the loss, contention and pain felt in the world today.
In the introduction of the Book of Mormon, we read the following statement from Joseph Smith: “I told the brethren that the Book of Mormon was the most correct of any book on the earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would get nearer to God by abiding by its precepts, than by any other book.” Since then, many leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have declared that the truthfulness of the gospel and the restored church rise or fall on the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon and its origins. Understanding this, many critics of the church are intent on disproving its authenticity.
In this episode, Tad Callister – retired attorney, prolific author, and former General Sunday School President of the church – makes a case for the Book of Mormon by sharing historical, doctrinal, and spiritual evidences of this inspired book and how a careful study and application of its teachings will provide a sure foundation for our testimonies of Christ in these last days.
The threefold mission of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is to proclaim the gospel, perfect the Saints, and redeem the dead. The first part of that mission – proclaim the gospel – came through loud and clear in the April 2022 conference with five talks given on the subject of missionary work. But as members of the church, we may feel reluctant or overwhelmed by the commission to share this news, good as it may be.
In this Still Rowing Short, host Tara McCausland shares some why’s and how’s of missionary work and some faith-promoting experiences she had as a full-time missionary in England with the intent to inspire a greater desire in each us to fulfill this important call to love, share, and invite others to partake of the blessings of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ
Imagine being sat down one day and having your father tell you he was arrested for soliciting a prostitute and that he has struggled with sexual addiction for most of his life. How would you feel? How would this change your world? How could the sorrow of betrayal be turned to your good?
In this unique episode, Tara McCausland joins Camille Brooks as a guest on the Finding Joy and Peace Podcast – reposted here for Still Rowing listeners. Tara shares her experience growing up in a family where sexual addiction was present and how this formative and difficult experience has shaped her life and deepened her faith in God’s goodness and power to make beauty out of life’s challenges.
Interested in learning more about SA Lifeline? Check it out here:
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We love our Prophet! Did you catch his most recent message at General Conference?
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SRS: The Spiritual Work to “Seek & Expect Miracles” w/host Kim Stratford Gale
Summary: In this Short episode, Kim discusses the invitation from President Nelson to seek and expect miracles in our lives. She shares a personal story about experiencing a miracle within her family and invites listeners to find ways to be a part of the miracles God has in store for each of us.
As members of the Church we speak often of the “living Christ.” We invite you to listen to this week’s new episode to learn more about the “loving Christ” by accepting Jacob’s invitation to “view Christ’s death.” Happy Easter, everyone!
Ep.59:{Anchors of Faith} Considering The Cross – John Hilton III
Summary: As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ, how do you feel about the symbol of the cross? In this episode, professor and scholar John Hilton III confronts how–though two different things–church members’ apprehension toward the symbol of the cross might lead some to downplay the doctrinal significance of Christ’s Crucifixion as a part of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. John discusses how during a divisive and discouraging time, the symbol of the cross can unify and uplift us. Additionally, he illustrates the importance of specifically studying Christ’s Crucifixion and how doing so can give us greater appreciation for and ability to draw upon the power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ.
How are you preparing for general conference this weekend? Take a listen to our newest short for thoughts and insights on how to approach the messages and instruction this weekend.
Summary: General Conference brings with it a mixed bag of feelings. Host Kim Stratford Gale addresses various, discouraging mentalities when preparing for conference weekend and offers suggestions of how to better approach the upcoming weekend filled with instruction and guidance from our Savior, Jesus Christ.
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