Episodios

  • are you missing out?

    are you missing out?
    Jul 13 2025

    in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts grace, hollis, talon, and tj dive into elder d. todd christofferson’s talk on worship, exploring how true worship is less about events and more about imitation—living like jesus in everyday moments. through laughter, personal stories, and a few gym-related bets, they reflect on how presence, intention, and transformation are central to worship. from singing hymns with your whole soul to putting your phone away in sacrament meeting, this episode is a heartfelt invitation to give god your full attention—and be changed because of it.
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    15 m
  • why not be a hero?

    why not be a hero?
    Jul 7 2025
    in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts grace, tj, talon, and hollis reflect on a powerful church history trip and share heartfelt insights from elder vargas’ talk, “our heavenly guidance system.” inspired by their time with youth and sacred sites, they dive deep into the idea of moving from victimhood to heroism, exploring how spiritual hooks, self-perception, and grace shape our journey. they remind listeners that while life’s struggles are real, we are not meant to stay stuck—we are meant to rise, act, and become.
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    16 m
  • are you going to sit down and eat?

    are you going to sit down and eat?
    Jun 29 2025

    in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts grace, hollis, talon, and tj kick things off by sharing their songs of the summer, from nostalgic throwbacks to worship anthems. the conversation then turns heartfelt as they reflect on president henry b. eyring’s talk, “draw near unto me.” grace opens up about a powerful night of scripture study that reminded her how deeply god wants to spend time with us—and how often we turn to lesser things to fill spiritual hunger. the group shares personal stories, scripture insights, and encouragement to seek god first when our hearts feel empty.
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    15 m
  • how do I love better?

    how do I love better?
    Jun 22 2025

    in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts grace, talon, hollis, and tj celebrate the summer solstice and dive into elder dieter f. uchtdorf’s talk “by this all will know that you are my disciples.” they reflect on what it means to see others—and themselves—as a wip (work in progress), sharing personal stories and powerful insights about patience, growth, and seeing people the way jesus does. from construction site metaphors to peter’s journey with christ, the group explores how love, grace, and support can help each of us become who we’re meant to be.
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    16 m
  • are you a part of it?

    are you a part of it?
    Jun 16 2025
    in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts talon, grace, hollis, and tj discuss the talk right before our eyes by elder ronald a. rasband and reflect on the urgent, joyful call to help prepare the world for the second coming of jesus christ. the crew opens with some heartfelt life updates—like tj’s big move—before diving deep into what it means to live with urgency and intention. through stories about football, temple worship, and life-changing spiritual moments, they explore how choosing excitement over anxiety and passion over passivity can transform our discipleship. it’s a powerful call to get off the sidelines and into the game.
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    15 m
  • what can I do while I wait?

    what can I do while I wait?
    Jun 8 2025
    in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts talon, grace, hollis, and tj dive into elder s. mark palmer’s talk, “return unto me… that i may heal you,” and reflect on the beauty of god’s timing. hollis shares his experience running a marathon on the great wall of china and a touching story about his sister’s return to the temple, reminding us that with god, we are always on time. tj and grace open up about navigating faith journeys—both their own and others’—and the challenge of waiting on the lord. together, the hosts explore how god strengthens hearts in seasons of delay and why real healing and transformation often come in his time, not ours.
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    16 m
  • why are you doing what you're doing?

    why are you doing what you're doing?
    Jun 1 2025
    in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts talon, grace, hollis, and tj celebrate some life-changing news—talon’s a dad!—and then dive into elder ricardo p. giménez’s talk my love for the savior is my “why.” they share personal stories, powerful metaphors, and heartfelt reflections on how setting a purpose—an “island”—can transform everything from scripture study to daily routines. the message is simple but life-changing: when jesus is your “why,” your choices gain clarity, your energy multiplies, and even the smallest acts take on eternal meaning.
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    16 m
  • will he save me?

    will he save me?
    May 26 2025

    in this episode of this is kingdom: a good news brand podcast, hosts talon, grace, hollis, and tj discuss the atonement of jesus christ provides the ultimate rescue by elder quentin l. cook. they kick things off with some exciting updates about new wearwhen scripture bracelets, and then dive into a powerful conversation on grace, rescue, and the Savior’s unmatched mercy. with vivid storytelling—including a high dive prank gone wrong and tj’s tender personal experience with the calming presence of christ—the crew reflects on how jesus rescues us even when we feel undeserving. this episode is a heartfelt reminder that living water is always there, even when we expect concrete.
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    16 m