In light of recent events I felt strongly that we needed to be reminded of the prophet's inspired words regarding peacemakers.

I am the first to admit that I am not the best at making peace when I have been upset - but repeatedly listening to the prophet has given me peace, direction and a reminder that it is possible for me to change.

Links:Time Magazine: https://time.com/7315003/russell-nelson-dignity-respect/Full Peacemakers Talk: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2023/04/47nelson?lang=engTo learn more visit: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/?lang=engorhttps://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochristTo contact me email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.com

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In this episode I sit down with Andrea Hales to talk about her involvement within the Native American community. Andrea started her own podcast a few years ago called "Tribe of Testimonies." We discuss the things she learned from doing her podcast and the many parallels between the two groups of ancient to modern Native Americans and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She also shares her challenges and triumphs of doing family history work for her Native side. Andrea shares her incredible testimony at the end of the episode. This is a great opportunity to learn so much from such an inspiring person!

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To contact me email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.com

What does it truly mean to be a child of God?

In this episode of Be Faithful, I sit down with Julio Ospina to talk about one of the most powerful truths we can discover—our divine identity as children of God.Julio shares his deeply personal journey: growing up in Colombia, leaving the Church for nearly a decade, and how a profound spiritual experience led him back to Jesus Christ, re-baptism, and eventually marriage and fatherhood.

Together, we explore what it truly means to be a child of God, how understanding that identity can transform the way we face trials, and why letting go of worldly labels allows us to embrace who we really are.

Topics we cover in this episode:

-What it really means to be a child of God

-Overcoming same-sex attraction, shame, and identity struggles

-Returning to the Church after years away

-Finding healing through Christ after abuse and darkness

-How trials refine us and draw us closer to God

-Learning to see yourself (and others) the way God sees you

To contact me email: lauren.befaithful@gmail.com

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