🎙️ What does it mean to defend family and faith in today’s world?In this episode of Be Faithful, I talk with @amberdawnpearce host of Hope Smiling Brightly, about The Family Proclamation, divine identity, and the eternal role of families in God’s plan. Amber shares her faith journey, lessons from adoption, and insights on womanhood, motherhood, and standing for truth in the last days.

💛 Topics: faith, family, identity, womanhood, divine purpose🎧 Listen for an inspiring reminder that true joy comes through Jesus Christ and living His gospel.

Read the Proclamation here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/the-family-a-proclamation-to-the-world/the-family-a-proclamation-to-the-world?lang=engFor more information visit: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=engorWebsite: https://www.ComeUntoChrist.org

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In this episode, I interview Jared Lambert, a historical linguist that has been studying the ancient Hebrew language in connection with The Book of Genesis.

Jared shares how studying the Hebrew Bible, linguistics, and temple language reveals deeper truths about creation, Adam and Eve, and the plan of salvation.Jared explains how the language of God connects with modern science, evolution, and faith, and how understanding the original Hebrew meanings can strengthen our spiritual perspective and understanding of The Book of Abraham.

If you’ve ever wondered how language, scripture, and revelation all tie together—or what Genesis really teaches —this conversation will deeply inspire you.

Jared's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/MHkaIUoAvgo?si=QUi_r5zU_KDrPy5HCosmos: Possible Worlds, Episode 1 – “Ladder to the Stars”Directed by Brannon Braga | Written by Ann DruyanOriginally aired March 9, 2020For more information visit: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=engorWebsite: https://www.ComeUntoChrist.orgTo contact Be Faithful email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.com

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Why do I believe in Jesus Christ and call myself a Christian?Alma 46:15 And those who did belong to the church were faithful; yea, all those who were true believers in Christ took upon them, gladly, the name of Christ, or Christians as they were called, because of their belief in Christ who should come.Music from #Uppbeat

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In this episode of Be Faithful, I sit down with Tara McCausland, Executive Director of SA Lifeline Foundation, to discuss the reality of sexual addiction, betrayal trauma, and the path of healing through Christ. Tara shares her personal story, her parents’ courageous recovery journey, and the powerful tools that help individuals and families find hope and peace.Whether you’ve experienced betrayal, struggled with addiction, or want to better understand how to support others, this conversation offers both insight and inspiration.I know this is an uncomfortable topic but please share this with anyone who needs to hear it. This might just be what they need right now.

Links:Website: https://salifeline.org/Program: https://sal12step.org/Podcast: https://salifeline.org/podcast/Upcoming Virtual Event: https://salifeline.org/conference-2025/Presentation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q02rSCwCz68To learn more visit: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=engorhttps://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochristTo contact me email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.com

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In light of recent events I felt strongly that we needed to be reminded of the prophet's inspired words regarding peacemakers.

I am the first to admit that I am not the best at making peace when I have been upset - but repeatedly listening to the prophet has given me peace, direction and a reminder that it is possible for me to change.

Links:Time Magazine: https://time.com/7315003/russell-nelson-dignity-respect/Full Peacemakers Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/47nelson?lang=engTo learn more visit: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=engorhttps://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochristTo contact me email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.com

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In this episode I sit down with Andrea Hales to talk about her involvement within the Native American community. Andrea started her own podcast a few years ago called "Tribe of Testimonies." We discuss the things she learned from doing her podcast and the many parallels between the two groups of ancient to modern Native Americans and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She also shares her challenges and triumphs of doing family history work for her Native side. Andrea shares her incredible testimony at the end of the episode. This is a great opportunity to learn so much from such an inspiring person!

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What does it truly mean to be a child of God?

In this episode of Be Faithful, I sit down with Julio Ospina to talk about one of the most powerful truths we can discover—our divine identity as children of God.Julio shares his deeply personal journey: growing up in Colombia, leaving the Church for nearly a decade, and how a profound spiritual experience led him back to Jesus Christ, re-baptism, and eventually marriage and fatherhood.

Together, we explore what it truly means to be a child of God, how understanding that identity can transform the way we face trials, and why letting go of worldly labels allows us to embrace who we really are.

Topics we cover in this episode:

-What it really means to be a child of God

-Overcoming same-sex attraction, shame, and identity struggles

-Returning to the Church after years away

-Finding healing through Christ after abuse and darkness

-How trials refine us and draw us closer to God

-Learning to see yourself (and others) the way God sees you

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In this episode of Be Faithful, Lauren Rose interviews Austin Fife, author of The Light and Truth Letter — a powerful, faith-affirming response to the CES Letter. Austin shares his spiritual journey, why he wrote the letter, and how it’s helping members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints strengthen their testimonies.

We discuss the origins of the CES Letter, the most and least persuasive arguments it makes, archaeological evidence for the Book of Mormon, the role of the witnesses, polygamy, leader fallibility, and the connection between Freemasonry and the LDS temple endowment.

Whether you’re a believer seeking answers, a returned member rediscovering your faith, or simply curious about LDS apologetics, this episode offers insights, evidence, and hope.

For more information visit: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=eng

https://www.lightandtruthletter.org/

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