this is kingdom

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, the group talks about General Conference, traditions, and a shift they feel called to make, from simply hearing the word to actually living it. Inspired by the principle “be ye doers of the word,” they introduce a new direction for the podcast: weekly challenges designed to help apply prophetic teachings in real, practical ways.The conversation explores how easy it is to feel inspired by conference talks, self-help content, or spiritual insights, yet never follow through. They reflect on the power of accountability, community, and doing hard things together, not just consuming content, but actually changing because of it. What starts as a discussion about conference traditions turns into a deeper invitation to build a real community centered on action, growth, and living truth together.They also share the first challenge, the P² Challenge: offering a daily preparation prayer leading up to General Conference, asking God for guidance, clarity, and an open heart. But beyond just praying, they emphasize the importance of creating space to truly listen and receive revelation.This episode is a call to stop just checking the box spiritually and start living intentionally, together.Chapters:00:00 INTRO04:49 "Accountability Transforms Goals"06:43 "Building Real Community Together"10:11 "Living the Prophet's Words"13:19 "Pray, Listen, Eliminate Distractions" 

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis reflect on President Oaks’ invitation to remember that this is real and to be a part of it. Through a conversation about entertainment, distraction, and the things that so easily consume our attention, they explore why we are often drawn to stories, progress, and connection that feel safe and easy, while hesitating to fully live the real version God is offering us. The discussion centers on the truth that the life, love, growth, and purpose we long for are not meant to stay on a screen or in our imagination, but to become part of our actual story.This episode is a reminder that God is not inviting us to watch a good story unfold, but to live one with Him. With honest reflections on fear, commitment, relationships, and the difference between imitation and reality, the conversation encourages listeners to step away from the counterfeit things that keep them stalled and trust that the life God has in mind is not only real, but worth saying yes to.Chapters:00:00 INTRO03:43 "AI: The Growing Reliance"08:59 Shifting from AI to Humanity11:24 "Living Your True Story"14:27 "Yesu, Laaveha Imai"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis reflect on Elder Holland’s final general conference message and the power of the Book of Mormon to help us see more clearly. Through personal stories, memories of the MTC, and tender reflections on Elder Holland’s life and witness, the hosts talk about how scripture opens our eyes to the character of God and helps us recognize His grace in a deeper way. The conversation centers on the kind of sight that comes from knowing Jesus and trusting His word.This episode is a reminder that God often works through simple things to change us completely. With heartfelt reflections on scripture study, grace, and the quiet ways Christ helps us see what we could not see before, the conversation invites listeners to turn to the Book of Mormon with fresh intent and let it lead them closer to Him.Chapters:00:00 INTRO03:58 "Seeing Through the Book of Mormon"09:03 "Grace, Sight, and Scripture"09:58 "Choosing Abundance Over Lack"14:12 President Holland: Love and Life Lessons

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis talk about prophets, personal revelation, and why God has always used prophets to guide and rescue His people. Through stories from the Old Testament, reflections on Noah, and honest conversation about modern prophetic counsel, the hosts explore what it means to take a prophet’s words seriously and trust that God sees what we cannot. The discussion centers on the role of prophets not as replacements for Jesus, but as voices that help lead us to Him.This episode is a reminder that prophetic counsel is more than good advice, it is a form of rescue. With insight on prayer, obedience, and the kind of world we are building for the next generation, the conversation invites listeners to gain their own testimony of living prophets and to ask more often what God might be trying to show them through His chosen servants.Chapters:00:00 INTRO04:31 "Prophets and Rescue"09:54 "Reflecting on Prophetic Guidance"10:56 "Legacy for Future Generations"14:18 "Legacy, Floods, and a Better World" 

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis study Know Who You Really Are and talk about confidence, identity, and the quiet ways we forget what is true about us. Through stories from scripture, seminary, and everyday life, they explore how insecurity grows when we search for validation in the wrong places, and how healing begins when we remember whose we are. The conversation highlights the power of the words we speak over ourselves and the difference it makes when we stop listening to the loudest voices around us and start listening to God.This episode is a reminder that your identity is not something you have to earn, it is something you are meant to remember. With practical insights on prayer, journaling, and creating space to actually commune with God, the hosts invite listeners to seek validation vertically, let God rewrite the narrative in their mind, and start believing the story He is telling about them. Because when you know who your Father is, you begin to see what is possible for your life.Chapters:00:00 INTRO05:07 "Intentional Prayer and Reflection"09:18 "God's Perspective on Insecurities"12:09 "Garrett's Unexpected Football Journey"14:28 "Walking with Jesus Daily"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis talk about what it means to minister to the one and why it so often comes down to the smallest moments. Through stories about recess, being picked last, and the quiet hurts that stick with us longer than we expect, the hosts reflect on how much power one person has to change someone’s day, and sometimes their whole life. They explore how easy it is to miss people when we are distracted, preoccupied, or stuck thinking about ourselves.This episode is a reminder that discipleship looks like awareness. With insight from Elder Johnson and practical takeaways like taking your AirPods out and lifting your eyes, the conversation invites listeners to slow down, notice the people right in front of them, and have the courage to say the kind thing, do the small thing, and show up on purpose. Because most of the time, it really only takes one.Chapters:00:00 INTRO06:05 "Reflecting on Kindness and Awareness"08:34 "Connecting Through Awareness"12:26 Overcoming Self-Centeredness

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis study The Good News Recipe by Elder Ulisses Soares and talk about why life gets better when we stop trying to make our own version of the gospel. Through funny stories about cooking, baking, and the chaos of skipping steps, the hosts connect the idea of a recipe to discipleship and the simple truth that following Jesus works. They explore how easy it is to add extra ingredients, cut corners, or look for comfort in the wrong places, and how often the answers we are searching for are already in the pantry.This episode is a reminder that the gospel does not need to be complicated to be powerful. With insight on comfort, peace, and what we reach for when life gets hard, the conversation invites listeners to take an honest look at the recipes they are living by and choose the one that actually leads to change. It is an encouragement to go back to the basics, to use the scriptures as a real guide, and to live with one simple focus in mind, more Jesus.Chapters:00:00 INTRO05:29 "Too Good to Be True"08:58 "Finding the Right Recipe"11:01 Balanced Approach to Happiness13:31 "Follow the Prophet's Guidance"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis celebrate Valentine’s week, then dive into what it really means when we hear that the Lord is hastening His work. Through stories from missions, everyday life, and the simple moments we usually rush past, the hosts explore the difference between being busy and being urgent for the right things. They talk about slowing down enough to actually see people, ask real questions, and make space for the sacred moments God is trying to put in our path.This episode is a reminder that a spiritual life is hard to build in a hurry, and that hastening does not always look like doing more. With insight from Elder Cook and a powerful example from Abraham, the conversation invites listeners to live with open hands and an open schedule, ready for God to fill it. It is an encouragement to be available, to be present, and to move quickly when the Lord gives you something to do.Chapters:00:00 INTRO06:13 "Meaning Behind 'How Are You?'"09:54 "Slowing Down to Uplift Others"10:52 "Balancing Urgency and Stillness"14:03 "Being Present and Grateful"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis study the Family Proclamation and reflect on why family is central to God’s plan. Through honest conversation, personal stories, and scripture, they talk about commitment, relationships, and the idea that strong families have the power to heal individuals and strengthen society. The discussion explores the many different situations people find themselves in and invites listeners to think about what it looks like to invest in family rather than walk away when things get difficult.This episode is a reminder that families are not meant to be temporary or disposable, but eternal and worth the effort. With insights on appreciation, accountability, and choosing love over avoidance, the conversation encourages listeners to seek healing, build connection where they can, and trust that God is deeply invested in helping families grow stronger, one relationship at a time.Chapters:00:00 INTRO05:33 "Generational Avoidance and Family Decline"09:11 "Invest in Relationships, Like Home"11:46 "Restoring and Strengthening Family Bonds"13:23 Reflecting on Relationships and Gratitude