Thinking Celestial - A ”Follow The Prophet” Series Podcast

Ep 204 S8 Debra Blau ‘He Knows You by Name’ Clement M. Matswagothata

In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge welcomes SLCC student Debra Blau for a heartfelt discussion on Elder Clement M. Matswagothata’s message and the power of coming unto Christ in every season of life. Together, they explore how the Savior invites us to stay rooted in faith, even when life feels uncertain or overwhelming. Debra shares thoughtful insights on choosing discipleship daily, recognizing the Lord’s hand in both small and significant moments, and trusting that He will guide and sustain us. Their conversation reminds listeners that through Jesus Christ, we can find peace, direction, and strength to move forward with hope and confidence. Review general conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/29matswagothata?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/29matswagothata?lang=eng]  Enjoyed our podcast? Help spread the word! Please share it on social media or pass it along to friends, family, or anyone who might find joy and inspiration in it. Your support makes all the difference! _______________ Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301]  _______________ Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus. These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for the online institute today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301]  We invite you to go to https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/ and register for any class. The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org  [TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org]  If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media or with anyone you think might love it!

Ep 203 S8 Perry Montoya ‘Best Days and Worst Days’ Emily Belle Freeman:

In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by Perry Montoya to explore President Emily Belle Freeman’s message “Best Days and Worst Days” and how the Savior meets us in both. Together, they reflect on the reality that life includes moments of joy and hardship, yet through Jesus Christ, even our worst days can become sacred opportunities for growth, healing, and connection. Their conversation highlights how daily discipleship, trust in the Lord, and remembering His constant presence can transform our perspective, giving us hope, strength, and purpose no matter what kind of day we are experiencing. Review general conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/42freeman?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/42freeman?lang=eng] Enjoyed our podcast? Help spread the word! Please share it on social media or pass it along to friends, family, or anyone who might find joy and inspiration in it. Your support makes all the difference! _______________ Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301] _______________ Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus. These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for the online institute today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301] We invite you to go to https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/ and register for any class. The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org  [TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org]  If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media or with anyone you think might love it!

Ep 202 S8 Andrea Shelly ‘Come Home’ Clark G. Gilbert

In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by SLCC student Andrea Shelly to explore Elder Clark G. Gilbert’s April 2026 General Conference message, “Come Home.” Together they reflect on the powerful invitation to return to the Savior and the sense of belonging that comes through active participation in Young Single Adult wards. Andrea shares personal insights about her unfulfilled prayers and how finding connection, purpose, and spiritual strength in her YSA community has helped her grow and understand God's timing. Their conversation emphasizes that coming home is not just about where we go, but who we become as we gather in goodness and grow together in Christ. Review general conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/15gilbert?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/15gilbert?lang=eng]  Enjoyed our podcast? Help spread the word! Please share it on social media or pass it along to friends, family, or anyone who might find joy and inspiration in it. Your support makes all the difference! _______________ Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301]  _______________ Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus. These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for the online institute today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301]  We invite you to go to https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/ and register for any class. The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org  [TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org]  If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media or with anyone you think might love it!

Ep 201 S8 Celeste Dailey ‘Jesus Christ Is Not Our Burden; He Is Our Relief’ David J. Wunderli

In this, the first episode of the new Season 8 of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by Celeste Dailey for a thoughtful and uplifting conversation on trusting in God, centered on Brother David J. Wunderli’s talk, “Jesus Christ Is Not Our Burden; He Is Our Relief.” Together, they explore how discipleship becomes lighter, not heavier, as we turn to Christ, and how real trust in Him transforms pressure into peace. With personal insights and practical application, this episode invites listeners to rethink their relationship with the Savior and find rest in His grace.   Review general conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/26wunderli?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04/26wunderli?lang=eng]    Enjoyed our podcast? Help spread the word! Please share it on social media or pass it along to friends, family, or anyone who might find joy and inspiration in it. Your support makes all the difference! _______________ Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301]  _______________ Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus. These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for the online institute today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1735301]  We invite you to go to https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/ and register for any class. The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org  [TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org]  If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media or with anyone you think might love it!

Ep 200 Part 2 S7 Brad Wilcox "And Now I See" Jeffrey R. Holland

In part 2 of Episode 200 of Thinking Celestial, Brad Wilcox invites us behind the scenes of General Conference to explore what it is really like to prepare, speak, and rely completely on the Lord in those sacred moments. He shares personal insights that reveal the sincerity, humility, and authenticity of the leaders of the Church, reminding us that their messages come from real disciples striving to follow Jesus Christ. This conversation offers a deeper appreciation for prophetic voices and the divine help that accompanies them. Review the conference talk here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/41holland?lang=eng [https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/41holland?lang=eng] Enjoyed our podcast? Help spread the word! Please share it on social media or pass it along to friends, family, or anyone who might find joy and inspiration in it. Your support makes all the difference! _______________ Enroll in this institute class here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1701261 [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1701261]   _______________ Thinking Celestial is a "Follow the Prophet" podcast series produced by the Taylorsville Institute of Religion faculty and students at the Salt Lake Community College Redwood campus. These episodes are part of a class administered by the Taylorville Institute. If you'd like to enroll in the class and participate in future discussions and podcasts, register for the online institute today here: https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1701261  [https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/institute/15280/classes/1701261]  We invite you to go to https://myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org/ and register for any class. The views, opinions, and doctrines shared in this podcast are not official doctrines of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Questions, thoughts, and suggestions for future episodes can be directed to TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org  [TaylorsvilleInstitute@ChurchofJesusChrist.org]  If you liked our podcast, please share it on social media or with anyone you think might love it!