In this episode, scholar Terryl Givens explores what was truly lost in Christian history and how restoring the nature of God’s love changes everything.In this episode of Be Faithful, Terryl Givens—Neal A. Maxwell Research Fellow and author of The God Who Weeps and The Crucible of Doubt—shares insights from his upcoming book on Christian history. Together, we discuss apostasy, restoration, the Gospel of John, the nature of God, love vs. power, and how early Christianity slowly drifted from Christ’s original vision.This episode addresses questions many Christians and Latter-day Saints are asking today:- What was actually lost during the Great Apostasy?- How did Christianity’s view of God change over time?- Did Jesus fully reveal the nature of God?- Why does love—not power—stand at the center of Christ’s message?- How does the Restoration reframe Christian history?This conversation is for anyone wrestling with faith, Christian doctrine, LDS theology, deconstruction, or a desire to understand God more deeply—without fear-based religion.📖 Topics discussed:• The nature of God• Christian apostasy & restoration

• Love as the core of Christianity• The Gospel of John• Early Christian history• LDS theology & mainstream Christianity• Terryl Givens’ upcoming book🔔 Subscribe for more faith-centered conversations exploring truth, discipleship, and spiritual depth.

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In this episode of Be Faithful, host Lauren Rose sits down with renowned Egyptologist and BYU professor Dr. Kerry Muhlestein for an in-depth conversation about the Book of Abraham—one of the most criticized and misunderstood scriptures of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.Dr. Muhlestein, who holds a PhD in Egyptology from UCLA and directs active excavations in Egypt, addresses the most common anti-Mormon claims surrounding the Book of Abraham. Together, they explore what critics often get wrong, how misinformation spreads online, and why many popular arguments collapse when historical and Egyptological evidence is examined carefully.This discussion covers:-The two main criticisms of the Book of Abraham and why they are based on false assumptions.-What really happened to the Joseph Smith papyri.-Why the facsimiles are often misunderstood.-Evidence supporting Joseph Smith’s explanations from ancient Near Eastern and Egyptian sources.-The meaning of Kolob and why it is frequently mocked out of context.-Intellectual and spiritual evidences for the Book of Abraham.-The Book of Abraham’s teachings on covenants, identity, creation, and humanity’s relationship with God.Dr. Muhlestein also shares powerful insights from his academic research—including discoveries about ancient human sacrifice, geography, language, and astronomy—that align strikingly with the Book of Abraham narrative. The episode concludes with a beautiful discussion of the book’s spiritual depth, its literary structure, and its message of eternal progression and closeness to God.Whether you are wrestling with doubts, encountering criticism online, or simply want a deeper understanding of the Book of Abraham, this episode offers clarity, context, and faith-affirming insight.

Book Link for "Lets Talk": https://www.amazon.com/Lets-Talk-About-Book-Abraham/dp/1629729744Free PDF to Article: https://byustudies.byu.edu/article/introduction-book-of-abraham-61-4Link to Study Guide: https://www.deseretbook.com/product/P6086915.html?srsltid=AfmBOor0W3432Yl3ITY6_68jhYZFjRkTUfh4omoqU5cfBoX0eYodoTCWPresident Oaks Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2000/10/the-challenge-to-become?lang=engThe Scriptures are Real website: https://www.patreon.com/EnlightenEdgeEDUFor a deeper dive check out Kerry's podcast "The Scriptures Are Real"

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In this episode of Be Faithful I sit down with licensed clinical mental health counselor Niki Olsen (LDS Mental Health Co.) for a powerful, Spirit-led conversation about mental health, anxiety, trauma, and hearing the Spirit through life’s chaos.

Together, we explore how faith in Jesus Christ and mental health skills work together, why therapy does not weaken faith, and how anxiety, panic attacks, medication, and emotional overwhelm can affect our ability to feel the Spirit. Niki shares gospel-centered insights on the natural man, repentance as a daily returning to Christ, and how to access the Savior’s enabling power even in moments of fear and emotional pain.

This episode offers hope for anyone struggling with anxiety, PTSD, depression, emotional exhaustion, or spiritual numbness, and for those seeking to strengthen their relationship with Jesus Christ while caring for their mental health.

Link to class: https://www.ldsmentalhealthco.com/hearhim

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