Episode 70: Brigham Young 101
Mark dives into the life of Brigham Young and his incredible life story of how he joined the church, became the second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and built up the church in the Rocky Mountains.
Episode 69: The Power of Sustaining
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories and lessons on how we can better sustain our prophets. In a world where so many turn from the prophets, and want the prophets to conform to their views; Mark shares how we can deepen our love and sustaining efforts toward our church leaders.
Episode 68: Joseph Smith & His Love of Children
Dr. Mark Ogletree talks about the impact the Prophet Joseph had on so many of the children and youth in his life. He was a protector, and defender of the children. Many times, he put their needs above his own. Joseph engaged with them often to teach, play, and work. So many accounts from the children and youth that knew Joseph on a personal level spoke so highly and affectionately of him. Tune in to hear more!
Episode 67: Joseph Smith, the Athlete- with Alex Baugh
Alexander L. Baugh is a professor and former chair of the Department of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University, where he has been a full-time faculty member since 1995. He specializes in researching and writing about the Missouri period of early Church history. Alex is a true expert of church history during the time of Joseph Smith.
Do not miss this episode with Alex as we discuss the athleticism and physicality of The Prophet Joseph, and how this was an essential characteristic for him as he fulfilled his mission.
Episode 66: Joseph Smith, the Radical- with Gerrit Dirkmaat
Gerrit Dirkmaat is an associate professor of Church history and doctrine at Brigham Young University. He is an expert in the field of church history, and an excellent teacher. His knowledge about the prophet Joseph is unmatched. Gerrit is able to masterfully teach us the incredible doctrines we have because of the prophet Jospeh Smith, and how revolutionary and radical these doctrines were in their time period. You will not want to miss this episode!
Episode 65: Gerrit Dirkmaat on the Personality of Joseph Smith
Gerrit Dirkmaat is an associate professor of Church history and doctrine at Brigham Young University. He is an expert in the field of church history, and an excellent teacher. His knowledge about the prophet Joseph is unmatched. Join us this week as Gerrit and I discuss the personality of Joseph Smith. As you listen, we hope your testimony and love of the Prophet Joseph deepens.
Episode 64: The Lighter Side of the Prophet Joseph Smith
Joseph Smith, despite the difficulties and challenges he endured, had a great sense of humor. He was able to use that gift as a tool many times, to lighten a rough moment or dispel a tense situation. Joseph Smith was known for being able to make people laugh, and draw people to him with his jolly personality and happy manner.
Episode 63: The Prophet Joseph Smith - The Optimist
Joseph Smith, despite the difficulties and challenges he endured, was an optimist. He was known for his friendly demeanor and kind personality. Joseph was able to have abiding faith despite passing through some of the greatest trials any of us could ever face.
Episode 62: Praise to the Man - The Prophet Joseph Smith
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of the Prophet Joseph Smith.
Episode 61: Inspirational Stories in the Life of Elder Patrick Kearon
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Patrick Kearon.
Episode 60: Inspirational Stories in the Life of Elder Ulisses Soares
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Ulisses Soares.
Episode 59: Inspirational Stories in the Life of Elder Gerrit W. Gong
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Gerrit W. Gong.
Episode 58: Inspirational Stories From the Life of Elder Dale G. Renlund
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Dale G. Renlund.
Episode 57: Inspirational Stories From the Life of Elder Gary E. Stevenson
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Gary E. Stevenson
Episode 56: Inspirational Stories From the Life of Elder Ronald A. Rasband
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Ronald A. Rasband.
Episode 55: Inspirational Stories From the Life of Elder Neil L. Andersen
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Elder Neil L. Andersen
Episode 54: Inspirational Stories From the Life of Elder D. Todd Christofferson
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder D. Todd Christofferson
Episode 53: Inspirational Stories From the Life of Elder Quentin L. Cook
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Quentin L. Cook
Episode 52: Inspirational Stories From the Life of Elder David A. Bednar
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder David A. Bednar.
Episode 51: Inspirational Stories From the Life of Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories from the life of Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf.