We use AI to plan our days, write our emails, even answer our deepest questions. But what happens when we start turning to artificial intelligence for the kind of guidance we used to seek from God?

In this episode, I share how regular AI use at work started bleeding into my spiritual life—and why that’s a problem. With insights from Elder David A. Bednar’s talk “Things as They Really Are 2.0” and a powerful warning from President Russell M. Nelson, we’ll explore the subtle but serious risk of trading revelation for information.

Are we letting AI replace the hard, holy work of discernment?

Tyler and Jess Johnson share their complete love story for the first time on their podcast "The Peculiar Couple." From Tyler feeling "lost, broken and hopeless" to their whirlwind four-month courtship, they reveal how divine orchestration brought them together.

The conversation covers:

• How Tyler received a spiritual prompting to "get it together" before meeting Jess
• Jess's preconceived notion about not marrying until she was older
• The moment Tyler knew "this is the kind of girl I would want to marry"
• Why they both felt impressed to "get your house in order" before marriage
• How their individual dating experiences prepared them to recognize true love
• The challenges of early marriage, including being "literally homeless for six weeks"
• Why they started their podcast to share positive gospel perspectives

Tyler and Jess discuss how "marriage is like looking in a mirror" and the importance of having hard conversations early in their relationship. They share insights about navigating parenthood, spiritual growth, and how "moments of connection can lead to deeper relationships."

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In this episode, Tyler and Jess Johnson discuss the concept of ongoing restoration and the vital role modern prophets play in guiding the Church today. They share personal insights about President Russell M. Nelson's leadership and how following prophetic counsel has blessed their lives.

The conversation covers:

• Why the restoration of the gospel continues today through living prophets
• Personal experiences following President Nelson's invitation to "let God prevail in your life"
• How temple attendance brings peace and clarity during challenging times
• The significance of prophetic authority in performing sacred ordinances
• Ways to strengthen personal testimonies of prophetic guidance
• The balance between trusting prophetic direction and seeking personal revelation

Tyler and Jess share their experiences of seeing prophetic counsel prove relevant and inspired over time, emphasizing that when following the prophet's guidance, you can "trust that source." They discuss how acting on prophetic invitations leads to tangible blessings and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

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In this episode, Tyler and Jess Johnson explore the complex life and prophetic calling of Joseph Smith, discussing how his legacy has shaped their own spiritual journeys. They navigate the balance between recognizing Smith's humanity and honoring his role in restoring the gospel.

The conversation covers:

• Why Joseph Smith's story is "both wild and peculiar"
• How the Book of Mormon stands as "the greatest evidence" of Smith's prophetic calling
• The importance of understanding Joseph Smith's human flaws and limitations
• Why personal revelation matters in developing one's own testimony
• How the Church has evolved to emphasize Christ while still honoring Joseph Smith
• The significance of Book of Mormon witnesses who maintained their testimonies despite conflicts with Smith
• How engaging with challenging aspects of Church history can ultimately strengthen faith

Tyler and Jess share personal insights about how the restored gospel provides peace and a closer relationship with the Savior, emphasizing that while they deeply respect Joseph Smith's role, "We definitely do not worship Joseph Smith."

#JosephSmith #Faith #PersonalRevelation #BookOfMormon #ChurchHistory #Testimony #Spirituality #Restoration #PropheticCalling #LatterDaySaints