What if God called you to build something far bigger than yourself?

In this inspiring and educational episode of Latter-Day Lights, former plastic surgeon-turned-sculptor and painter Steve Neal shares how a lifetime of small artistic promptings—and a powerful temple experience—led him to an unexpected divine calling: building The Monument of The Americas, a large-scale Book of Mormon and American covenant sculpture park in Heber Valley. What began as what Steve describes as a “barely adequate” talent grew into decades of paintings, sculptures, and spiritual mentorship that shaped his mission in ways he never imagined.

Steve takes us through what the monument is all about—from his process of sculpting each individual piece, to the spiritual experiences that guided the project, to the meaningful ways we can support this legacy through our own contributions. Steve also opens up about his sudden cancer diagnosis, the miracle of remission, and how keeping his covenants has strengthened and sustained him through every challenge. His story is a powerful reminder that the Lord magnifies ordinary gifts, prepares us through every season, and calls us to do His work in His timing.

If you’ve ever questioned whether your contributions in the world matter, Steve’s journey will remind you that God can turn the softest of talents into a light that blesses generations.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/Lpi5Oq8M-is

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To LEARN MORE about the Monument of The Americas, visit: https://www.monumentoftheamericas.org/

To WATCH The Monument of The Americas recap video, visit: https://youtu.be/YKrKsJLmykU?si=pyL95TkqQ98XaQiI

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What happens when divine identity collides with self-doubt—Can our fears become the doorway to purpose?

This week on Latter-Day Lights, fellow author, podcaster, and life coach Cassidy Beck shares her deeply personal journey through imposter syndrome. After interviewing her father during his final moments on Earth, in an attempt to write his life’s story, she found herself creatively blocked after his passing, in doubt that she would ever be able to write without him. From then on, she studied impostor syndrome, its causes, and all the tools she’s learned over the years to overcome it. Her main mantra? Ordinary stories—and the people behind them—matter far more than we think.

Cassidy also opens up about the six-year journey behind her children’s book “Sheep Chronicles: Baptism,” from writing multiple versions to facing publisher rejections and questioning her own worth. Through it all, she’s learned that our efforts can still fulfill the measure of their creation. And, most importantly, that remembering who God says we are is one of the most powerful answers to self-doubt and rejection fatigue.

Join Scott, Alisha, and Cassidy in this enlightening discussion about navigating fear as a creative. With all three having walked their own paths of inspiration, this episode offers a uniquely heartfelt look at how God shapes us through the act of creating—and how our most vulnerable moments often become our most meaningful offerings.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/WwKcpW9DnqU

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To READ Cassidy's book, "The Sheep Chronicles," visit: https://a.co/d/1GqHhQx

To CONTACT Cassidy as a coach and publisher, visit: https://www.sageversepublishing.com/

To LISTEN to Cassidy's podcast, "Verses & Visions: Creative Conversations," visit: https://www.sageversepublishing.com/podcast

To READ "The Secret Thoughts of Successful Women and Men," by Valerie Young, visit: https://a.co/d/85lZJgn

To READ "Impostor Syndrome No More," by Jill Stoddard, visit: https://a.co/d/aTpNfuv

To READ Scott’s new book “Faith to Stay” for free, visit: https://www.faithtostay.com/

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When tragedy strikes not once but twice, how do you keep your faith — and your loved ones — from falling apart?

In this deeply moving episode of Latter-Day Lights, Lawrence and Melissa Stone open up about the unimaginable loss of their children due to a driving accident and miscarriage. But from the heartbreak, take us through a journey of rebuilding faith, marriage, and hope through grief. From heartache to healing and Heaven's quiet reassurances, their story reveals how Christ’s light can transform sorrow into strength and love into lasting purpose.

Their message is a tender reminder that we all grieve differently — and that all paths to healing are valid. Lawrence & Melissa share how they were able to slowly overcome the pain through writing, service, and a shared commitment to their covenants. Along the road, they also share their best practices for supporting loved ones who are grieving.

The Stones' story teaches us how faith after loss can lead not only to peace, but to a deeper understanding of eternal families and God’s love that never fades. Join Lawrence and Melissa to discover how someone's darkest days became a testimony of light, love, and eternal hope.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/3gfZCR9D-j8

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To READ Lawrence & Melissa's book, "Our Story[s]," visit: https://a.co/d/eImk7r8

To LEARN MORE about The Tears Foundation, visit: https://thetearsfoundation.org/

To READ Scott’s new book “Faith to Stay” for free, visit: https://www.faithtostay.com/

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What do you do when the people who were supposed to protect you… become the source of your deepest wounds?

In this unforgettable episode of Latter-Day Lights, author Calvin Bagley shares his extraordinary journey from isolation, abuse, and “no-schooling” in the Utah desert to faith, healing, and freedom. Once a boy who hid from the school bus, Calvin now helps others overcome trauma and reclaim their lives through faith, therapy, and unconditional love.

His new memoir, Hiding from the School Bus, reveals how the power of Christ—and the courage to face your pain—can turn even the darkest beginnings into a life of purpose.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/rIV2k1etHsQ

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To READ Calvin's Book, "Hiding from the School Bus" visit: https://hidingfromtheschoolbus.com

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What do you do when your mother’s voice is silenced—but her words refuse to be forgotten?

In this week’s episode of Latter-Day Lights, we sit down with sisters Jessie Lake and Molly Johnson, whose mother was tragically killed as a result of domestic violence.

Years later, while unpacking old boxes, they uncovered something extraordinary—eight beautifully written children’s stories she had finished before she died. What began as heartbreak has now become a mission to publish her work, share her light, and help other families heal.

Their story isn’t just about loss—it’s about courage, faith, and finding purpose in the unthinkable. You’ll hear how these two women turned silence into strength, grief into growth, and pain into a platform for awareness and hope.

It’s one of the most powerful conversations we’ve ever had—and by the end, you’ll see that sometimes, the light we lose is the same light that guides us home.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/iCNQaDwaIxU

To follow Jessie and Molly's story about their mom and her books, visit: https://www.instagram.com/bartybooks

If you know anyone who needs help with domestic violence, visit: https://www.thehotline.org

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To READ or LISTEN to Scott's book, "Faith To Stay," visit: https://www.faithtostay.com

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When life seems to unravel all at once, will you trust that God is still knocking on your heart?

In this deeply moving episode of Latter-Day Lights, Scott and Alisha sit down with lifelong Latter-Day Saint—Tiffaney Castañeda—as she shares her remarkable journey of faith through unimaginable trials and unmistakable miracles.

From her daughter’s near-fatal battle with autoimmune hepatitis, down to the sudden and unexpected passing of her youngest daughter, every step of Tiffaney’s story reveals the Lord’s hand at work in the details. Through moments of heartbreak, healing, and grief, Tiffaney’s experiences testify that miracles are not reserved for scripture—they unfold quietly in hospital rooms, on long drives, and in the smallest tender mercies that remind us we are never alone.

Through it all, Tiffaney testifies that God not only hears our prayers, but speaks to us in the quiet moments when we need Him most. Her story is one of courage, surrender, and the kind of faith that endures through both the good and bad—a reminder that even in our darkest hours, the Lord keeps His promises.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/HPa6f-m7aww

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Is it ever too late to come home to Heavenly Father?

When life’s pressures nearly consumed her, Aisha Jermy reached a breaking point that affected her emotionally, physically, financially, and, most importantly, spiritually. But through one unexpected encounter on an airplane, she discovered the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ. And from that moment on, everything changed. In this week's episode of Latter-Day Lights, Aisha shares how joining the Church in her 50s helped her find peace, healing, and a renewed purpose.

Now an author and coach, her story teaches us that it is never too late to find Christ, and that we are welcome into His arms at any stage of life. Because of this belief, Aisha was baptized well into mid-life, and would then go on to use her books and testimony to help others on the path of faith. Aisha also opens up about her darkest seasons of loneliness, relational struggles, grief, and the tender mercies God sent to reshape both her heart and mind.

Tune in for a story of vulnerability, endurance, and divine grace. Whether you’re walking through trials or simply seeking a deeper spiritual connection, Aisha’s testimony will uplift you and remind you that it’s never too late to start over.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/-oOfv1EytlY

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To READ Aisha's trilogy, "Tutankhamun," visit: https://amzn.eu/d/imOnsCc, https://amzn.eu/d/8uWhM6d, and https://amzn.eu/d/j8aPnU1

To READ Aisha's book, "Tales for Twilight," visit: https://amzn.eu/d/81wmMCV

To READ more of Aisha's books, visit: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/A.D.P-Sorisi/author/B078NWNBTW?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

To READ Scott's book, "Faith To Stay," visit: faithtostay.com

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What if the struggle that nearly broke you was the path God used to bring you back to His light?

Aussie mom and former maximum-security corrections officer, Jac Woodhouse, hit rock bottom in a myriad of ways—dehumanizing workplace misogyny, parting from a 15-year career, navigating her son’s serious health challenges, and fighting her own battle with suicidal ideation. It felt as though one more misstep would’ve broken the camel’s back, until one tender mercy flipped everything around for the better.

In this week’s episode of Latter-Day Lights, Jac walks Scott and Alisha through the quiet signs the Lord placed in her life that eventually set her on the covenant path. What started out as an encounter with a Plan of Salvation pamphlet on her son’s nightstand turned into a beautiful chain reaction—Church with neighbors turned into missionary lessons, which turned into a family baptism. Now, she and her husband serve weekly at the Sydney Australia Temple and in their ward, choosing faith over fear each day.

If Jac’s journey resonates with you, let it be a reminder that God is in the details and the mundane. So the next time life feels heavy, look for a small sign and move toward it. Often, that’s enough.

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To WATCH this episode on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/Z7eowq3MK68

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To READ Jac's media interview on News AU, visit: https://www.news.com.au/finance/work/at-work/former-prison-guard-lifts-lid-on-life-inside-goulburns-notorious-supermax/news-story/3357e33af12015fa58f40391490fccdd

To READ Jac's media interview on ABC AU, visit: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-02-06/nsw-corrective-services-toxic-boys-club-culture/11934444?utm_source=abc_news_app&utm_medium=content_shared&utm_campaign=abc_news_app&utm_content=link

To READ Scott’s new book “Faith to Stay” for free, visit: https://www.faithtostay.com/

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