Épisodes

  • shaped by promises
    Sep 23 2025

    in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts david butler and stephan taeger discuss elder sandino roman’s talk, "faith: a bond of trust and loyalty." they explore faith as a relational trust in god, shaped by promises, covenants, and personal experiences. through stories and scriptural insights, the hosts emphasize balancing hopeful expectation for miracles with humble surrender to god’s will, encouraging listeners to share their own spiritual experiences and deepen their relationship with god through trust, loyalty, and community.

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    26 min
  • awed and amazed
    Sep 16 2025

    in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts david butler and stephan taeger explore the theme of reverence for sacred things, inspired by elder soares’s teachings. they discuss how reverence enriches daily life, share personal stories, and offer practical advice on cultivating gratitude and recognizing the sacred in ordinary moments. the hosts reflect on meaningful experiences, both joyful and sorrowful, and connect these to faith in jesus christ. blending humor, insight, and heartfelt reflection, david and stephan invite listeners to find and celebrate the divine in everyday life.

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    26 min
  • pictures of the kingdom
    Sep 9 2025

    in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts david butler and stephan taeger discuss elder jeffrey r. holland’s talk, "as a little child," exploring the virtues of purity, innocence, and humility. they share personal stories of faith, reflect on moments when the kingdom of god feels present, and emphasize the importance of recapturing childlike joy and love in adulthood. the conversation highlights how simple acts of love, laughter, and faith can reveal god’s presence and inspire deeper discipleship. the episode closes with encouragement to embrace childlike wonder and the good news of faith.

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    26 min
  • welcomed with a full embrace
    Sep 2 2025

    in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts david butler and stephan taeger discuss the theme of mercy, inspired by elder james r. rasband’s talk, "the plan of mercy." they explore mercy’s role in faith, discipleship, and the restoration of the gospel, sharing personal stories and reflections on forgiveness. the hosts also touch on fall traditions, baseball playoffs, and community events like the revival concert. the episode emphasizes that mercy is central to god’s character and the restoration, encouraging listeners to embrace and extend mercy in their own lives.

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    23 min
  • that's not Jesus
    Aug 26 2025

    in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss faith, repentance, and the joy found in the gospel, inspired by sister tamara w. runia’s talk, your repentance doesn’t burden jesus christ; it brightens his joy. they share personal stories about forgiveness, reflect on god’s loving nature, and emphasize that our worth is rooted in god’s love, not our obedience. the episode encourages listeners to imagine what jesus would pray for them, fostering deeper faith, compassion, and understanding of god’s grace.

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    24 min
  • a holy disruption
    Aug 19 2025

    in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into president lund’s talk “divine authority sublime young men.” they discuss how priesthood authority disrupts worldly patterns, the power of everyday discipleship, and the vital role of youth in the church. through inspiring stories—including a bishop finding healing through the sacrament prayer and parents seeing god’s promises fulfilled in hardship—the hosts highlight how service, holy habits, and adapting discipleship to life’s stages can bring purpose, hope, and transformation.

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    26 min
  • It was good
    Aug 12 2025
    in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler share a lighthearted game before diving into reflections on elder shumway’s talk, participate to prepare for christ’s return. they discuss the value of service, personal growth, and community, emphasizing that worth is inherent and spiritual progress is a journey. through stories, humor, and scriptural insights, they encourage listeners to embrace imperfect journeys, serve others, and find joy in building god’s kingdom together. the episode closes with an uplifting invitation to stay engaged and inspired by faith-centered good news.


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    26 min
  • no exceptions
    Aug 5 2025

    in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss community rituals and faith. they reflect on the power of blessings, the compassionate nature of god, and the importance of church community in providing support and healing. drawing on personal stories and bishop gérald caussé’s talk, compensating blessings, they emphasize god’s mercy, the open invitation to his blessings, and the assurance that no one is excluded from his grace. the conversation blends lighthearted moments with deep spiritual insights, aiming to uplift and inspire listeners.


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    26 min