in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler celebrate the joys of the season while reflecting on a powerful general conference message, exploring how faith is often found in simple, even unexpected ways. they discuss the spiritual witness of the book of mormon, the beauty of god working through humble means, and the expansive nature of his love for all people, including across generations. through personal stories and heartfelt testimony, they highlight the transformative power of jesus christ and the importance of recognizing god’s hand in everyday moments. blending lighthearted banter with meaningful insights, the episode invites listeners to embrace a faith that is both simple and profound, rooted in hope, and alive in daily life.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave butler and stephan taeger reflect on “prophets of god” by sister andrea muñoz spannaus while sharing some of their personal and family traditions for holy week and easter. as they discuss the meaning of the season, they explore the blessing of living with modern prophets and apostles, the promise of ongoing revelation, and the responsibility of parents and disciples to teach gospel truths in everyday moments. emphasizing hope, light, and the continuing work of god, the conversation encourages listeners to make room in their lives for prophetic guidance and to become voices of good news in a world often filled with negativity, living with faith and anticipation for god’s ongoing redemption.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave butler and stephan taeger reflect on “know who you really are” by elder brik v. eyre, exploring the transformative power of understanding our identity as children of god. through personal stories, scriptural insight, and thoughtful discussion, they consider how this foundational truth shapes self-perception, steadies us in our mistakes, and reframes spiritual practices like prayer, worship, and the sacrament as opportunities to commune with god rather than simply complete habits. emphasizing both god’s majesty as the eternal father and his intimate, personal love for each of us, the conversation encourages listeners to embrace their divine identity and cultivate a consistent, life-giving relationship with him in everyday life.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave butler and stephan taeger discuss “the power of ministering to the one” by elder peter m. johnson, exploring what true discipleship looks like in everyday life. sparked by dave’s emotional news about his daughter submitting her mission papers, the conversation moves into the simple but transformative call to minister to individuals with love and intention. they reflect on remembering past spiritual experiences during seasons of doubt, creating safe spaces free from judgment, and trusting that while we cannot fix people, we can love them and point them to christ. blending humor, personal stories, and heartfelt testimony, the episode reminds listeners that jesus has overcome the world, and that steady promise gives us courage and good cheer as we care for the one.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave butler and stephan taeger reflect on “the good news recipe” by elder john d. amos, using the metaphor of family recipes to explore how scripture offers timeless, practical guidance for happy living. through humor, personal stories, and spiritual insight, they discuss how small, faith-filled actions and inviting jesus into everyday life can lead to profound joy. the conversation highlights everyday channels of grace like prayer, kindness, and community, and wraps up with lighthearted banter about louisiana cooking and what it means to put “more jesus” into life’s challenges.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave butler and stephan taeger reflect on elder quentin l. cook’s talk “the lord is hastening his work,” discussing the growth of faith, the importance of authentic church community, and the beauty of perseverance despite imperfections. through pioneer stories, personal experiences, and heartfelt moments about missionary service, communal prayer, and feeling inadequate, they emphasize hope, grace, and the joy found in christianity. the conversation invites listeners to embrace their faith journey, trust that god is weaving flawed efforts into something beautiful, and remember that even in imperfection, there is always good news.

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in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave butler and stephan taeger reflect on “the family proclamation—words from god” by elder ronald a. rasband, exploring its divine origins, continuing revelation, and the deeper meaning behind family roles. through personal stories and thoughtful insight, they discuss how terms like “preside” and “nurture” are meant to empower and complement rather than dominate, and how faith, repentance, and forgiveness shape everyday family life. the conversation emphasizes living with awareness of divine identity and highlights the inclusive, hopeful message that god’s guidance and compassion extend to everyone, regardless of family circumstances.

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In this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave butler and stephan taeger reflect on the importance of having things to look forward to and how anticipation shapes faith and discipleship. drawing from elder david a. bednar’s teachings on judgment day, they explore moral agency, repentance, baptism, and what it means to be born again, reframing judgment not as fear but as a joyful and hopeful moment of growth and reunion in christ. blending thoughtful theology with personal insight, the conversation invites listeners to see discipleship as a process of becoming and to approach the future with confidence, grace, and faith.

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