Christ First

The Importance of Knowing We Are A Child of God || Featuring Becky Pepito with Sandstone Image

* Ephesians 4:14 That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive; * "I Am a Child of God" by Elder Donald L. Hallstrom "Here on earth, we identify ourselves in many different ways, including our place of birth, our nationality, and our language. Some even identify themselves by their occupation or their hobby. These earthly identities are not wrong unless they supersede or interfere with our eternal identity—that of being a son or a daughter of God." * "What Voices Will You Listen To?" by Sister Michelle D. Craig "The truth is, there are times when each of us struggles to break free of the figurative layers of plaster or leg braces that are holding us back and keeping our beautiful spirits and inner strength from shining through. What do we do in those moments? Do we listen to the voices that tell us we’re ugly or no good or we can’t measure up?" * "Promptings of the Spirit" by Gary E. Stevenson "Many of you start your day by standing in front of a mirror. Tomorrow, this week, this year, always, pause as you look at yourself in the mirror. Think to yourself, or say aloud if you like, “Wow, look at me! I am awesome! I am a child of God! He knows me! He loves me! I am gifted..."

From inactive to full-time missionary to a young Bishop at just 24 years old || with Blake Peay

Alma 37:6 Now ye may suppose that this is foolishness [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/alma/37?lang=eng#note6a] in me; but behold I say unto you, that by small [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/alma/37?lang=eng#note6b] and simple things are great things brought to pass; and small means in many instances doth confound the wise.

The loss of three parents in three years was a witness to an unshakable testimony of the Plan of Salvation || with Cohost Carli Ivie

* Matthew 3:11 I [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/3?lang=eng&id=9#note11a] indeed baptize [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/3?lang=eng&id=9#note11b] you with water unto repentance [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/3?lang=eng&id=9#note11c]: but he [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/3?lang=eng&id=9#note11d] that cometh after me is mightier than I, whose shoes I am not worthy [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/3?lang=eng&id=9#note11e] to bear: he shall baptize [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/3?lang=eng&id=9#note11f] you with the Holy Ghost, and with fire [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/nt/matt/3?lang=eng&id=9#note11g]: * "Our Father's Glorious Plan" by Weatherford T. Clayton : "Even in our moments of deepest grief, in the moments when time stands still and life seems so unfair, we can find comfort in our Savior because He suffered as well." * Doctrine & Covenants 4:3 Therefore, if ye have desires to serve God ye are called [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/dc-testament/dc/4?lang=eng#note3a] to the work; * Article of Faith 1:9 We believe all that God has revealed, all that He does now reveal, and we believe that He will yet reveal many great and important things pertaining to the Kingdom of God.

A nontraditional experience with the Plan of Salvation || with Cohost Baylee Montgomery

* 2 Nephi 4:17 Nevertheless, notwithstanding the great goodness [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/4?lang=eng#note17a] of the Lord, in showing me his great and marvelous works, my heart exclaimeth: O wretched [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/4?lang=eng#note17b] man that I am! Yea, my heart sorroweth [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/2-ne/4?lang=eng#note17c] because of my flesh; my soul grieveth because of mine iniquities.

A conversion story as a young adult after a childhood of uncertainty || with Terryn Mitchell

Psalm 82:6 I have said, Ye are gods; and all of you are children of the most High.