Episodes

  • wonder at it

    wonder at it
    Dec 31 2024
    in this new year's eve episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger reflect on elder patrick kearon’s talk, welcome to the church of joy. they discuss the transformative power of worship, the importance of adoration, and the role of community in meaningful church experiences. with light-hearted banter about new year’s resolutions and dreams, they share personal anecdotes and insights, highlighting how genuine connections and joyful reverence can enhance faith practices. this festive conversation invites listeners to embrace the joy and love of god as they step into the new year.




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    26 mins
  • Reaching out

    Reaching out
    Dec 24 2024
    in this christmas eve special of *revival: a good news brand podcast,* hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss their personal christmas eve traditions, such as attending church services and family dinners. they delve into spiritual teachings, emphasizing the importance of trust and obedience in faith. reflecting on sister tracy y. browning’s talk, “seeking answers to spiritual questions,” they explore god’s personalized teaching method—line upon line, precept upon precept—and how it allows for growth at an individualized pace. through light-hearted anecdotes and thoughtful insights, they highlight the sacred nature of waiting, the importance of spiritual learning, and the beauty of god’s personal curriculum for each of us. they conclude by wishing everyone a merry christmas and encouraging them to embrace the joy of the season.


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    27 mins
  • confident expectation

    confident expectation
    Dec 17 2024
    in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger dive into elder neil l. andersen's talk, the triumph of hope. together, they explore the profound concept of living with "confident expectation" in the blessings of christ’s grace and our own faithful choices. they discuss the balance between divine grace and human agency, the beauty of eternal relationships with family and friends, and the powerful promises of the temple as a house of hope. from thought-provoking insights to personal reflections, this conversation is an invitation to find hope, no matter life’s circumstances.


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    26 mins
  • Spiritually aware

    Spiritually aware
    Dec 10 2024
    in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave and stephan explore bishop l. todd budge’s talk, seek him with all your heart, focusing on the power of slowing down, being present, and deepening our connection with god through intentional worship and holy habits. they discuss christian meditation, the importance of purpose in sacred practices, and how seeking god with our whole hearts brings peace, strength, and joy.


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    27 mins
  • god's favourite

    god's favourite
    Dec 3 2024
    in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into elder karl d. hirst’s talk, god’s favourite. they explore themes of divine love, its abundance, and its personal nature. focusing on the talk’s use of concrete imagery in preaching and the power of community, they share personal stories and reflections on how recognizing and sharing god’s love can foster deeper spiritual connections and growth. this episode will inspire you to seek evidence of divine love in everyday life and share it generously with others.


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    22 mins
  • a new story

    a new story
    Nov 26 2024
    in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger explore elder quentin l. cook’s talk, sacred scriptures—the foundations of faith. they dive into the transformative power of scripture in conversion, the relevance of the book of mormon to modern culture, and how god’s love is beautifully symbolized by the tree of life. with engaging stories and insights, they discuss how scriptures document god’s guidance, offer hope, and inspire faith. this episode will leave you thinking about the profound impact of sharing good news in natural and meaningful ways.




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    25 mins
  • a door wide open

    a door wide open
    Nov 19 2024
    in this episode of revival: a good news podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into sister emily belle freeman's talk, "live up to your privileges." they discuss the transformative power of gospel ordinances, the importance of personal agency in faith, and the profound impact individuals can have in god’s work. through heartfelt stories and reflections, they highlight gratitude, the meaning behind sacred rituals, and how small actions can lead to meaningful change. this episode inspires listeners to embrace their divine worth and take an active role in their faith journey.


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    23 mins
  • everything will be different

    everything will be different
    Nov 12 2024
    in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into president jeffrey r. holland's powerful message from his talk "i am he." they explore the depth and complexity of christ's love, discussing how it transcends simplistic labels and invites a lifelong journey of understanding. they reflect on the challenging, often humbling process of growing in mature love and faith, which includes moments of sorrow, joy, and support from covenant communities. through personal anecdotes, dave and stephan emphasize the ongoing call to study, embrace truth, and extend grace in all relationships, mirroring the example set by jesus.


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    25 mins