What happens when you believe you don't fit into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints?In this deeply personal conversation, I sit down with Paula Andriesen to hear her story of faith, same-sex attraction, depression, relationships, and her journey toward greater peace and transformation through Jesus Christ.Paula shares what it was like growing up being the only black member of her family, experiencing same-sex attraction, questioning whether she could remain in the Church, and eventually reaching a point where she felt she had to decide what she truly believed. She opens up about the difficult experiences that followed—and the spiritual and personal transformation she says came as she sought Jesus Christ more fully.Together we discuss:• How Jesus Christ can transform our lives through His Atonement• Finding faith when a trial feels impossible• The meaning of 1 Nephi 3:7 and finding “a way” forward• How scripture study, prayer, fasting, and obedience can strengthen faith• Recognizing weaknesses and turning them into strengths• Forgiveness, healing, and repairing difficult relationships• Why our identity as children of God matters• How to hold onto your testimony when you don't feel understood at church• The power of Jesus Christ to help us become newPaula is also the author of The Power to Overcome Everything, a book based on her personal story and the principles she says helped her move forward through faith in Jesus Christ. Her message is ultimately one of hope: whatever you are facing, there is a way forward through Christ.You can find Paula at @power.to.overcome.channelFor more information visit:https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=enghttps://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochristTo contact me email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.comAd provided by: mymissionarybook.com

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Why do Latter-day Saints believe the Book of Mormon is essential to the restored gospel of Jesus Christ? And what does the Book of Mormon actually add to the Bible?

In this episode of Be Faithful, I sit down with Luke Hanson for a deep conversation about the Book of Mormon, the Bible, the Restoration, and the central role of Jesus Christ in Latter-day Saint theology.

Together, we explore why the Book of Mormon is described as containing the “fulness of the gospel,” what it means for plain and precious truths to be lost or obscured, and how the Book of Mormon helps connect Old Testament and New Testament teachings about God and Jesus Christ.

Luke also explains what the Book of Mormon teaches about the nature of God, the emotions of God, covenants, temples, and the relationship between Jesus Christ and His followers—along with why the Book of Mormon can be viewed as a foundational “primer” for understanding the gospel.

This conversation also addresses common questions and misconceptions about the Bible and the Book of Mormon, including biblical textual transmission, interpretation, the Restoration, and what Latter-day Saints mean when they say the Book of Mormon is another testament of Jesus Christ.

Most importantly, this episode returns again and again to the central message of the Book of Mormon: Jesus Christ is at the center of everything.

If you've ever wondered why the Book of Mormon matters, what makes it different from the Bible, or how it strengthens a testimony of the restored gospel, this conversation is for you.

Topics discussed:
• Why the Book of Mormon is called the “fulness of the gospel”
• What the Book of Mormon teaches that the Bible does not
• The Book of Mormon and the Bible
• The Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ
• Plain and precious truths and biblical interpretation
• The nature of God and the Godhead
• Jesus Christ in the Book of Mormon
• Covenants and temples
• The Old Testament and New Testament connection
• Why the Book of Mormon is central to Latter-day Saint faith
• Common misconceptions about the Bible and Book of Mormon
• Building a stronger testimony through scripture and study

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist

To contact me email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.com

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What does the gospel of Jesus Christ teach us about caring for the earth?

In this episode of Be Faithful, I sit down with Lydia Theobald and Phil Fernberg of Holy Earth to explore the Latter-day Saint doctrine of earth stewardship. They discuss what scripture and modern prophets teach about our responsibility to God’s creations, why the earth’s future matters, and how caring for creation connects to discipleship, agency, and our covenants.

We also explore why nature can help us feel closer to God, the connection between time in nature and mental well-being, and simple ways we can become better stewards in our everyday lives.

https://ldsearthstewardship.org/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kFCluYiD8LA&list=PLxqHUSaz3tD6pBocjMhauGfJH9tNtsO5g&index=7

https://www.thechurchnews.com/leaders/2025/05/04/prepare-christ-second-coming-righteous-stewardship-president-camille-johnson-young-adult-devotional/

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/10/31causse?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng

https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist

To contact me email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.com

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https://uppbeat.io/t/all-good-folks/thrive

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