Episodes
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss another doctrinal essay found in the appendix titled Discussion On Opposition. This essay is referenced on page 133 in the chapter that focuses on Step 10. The essay itself is Colleen's personal capturing of the scriptures 2 Nephi 2: 11-13, and discusses the absolute truth that there is opposition in all things.
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In this episode listeners get an opportunity to listen to a recording of Benjamin's Promises, a doctrinal essay written by Colleen and found in the appendix. Benjamin's Promises takes a close look at Mosiah chapter 4, and the principles and promises it contains.
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the very last section of the chapter titled I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. They cover four "pointers" from Colleen on how to continue on this journey that you have begun by going through this book and working these steps. The four pointers are scripture study, prayer, ordinances, and personal revelation. Colleen shares a few words about what an epilogue to the book would be like today and then both Lisa and Colleen outline what the next few podcast episodes will contain as they make their way through the appendix to the end of the book.
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In this episode Lisa and Colleen interview Jana. Jana has experienced many challenging things in her life including sexual abuse, struggles with weight, recurring depression, and the infidelity of her spouse. She shares her story of healing and recovery through many modalities that all point to Christ. Her incredible testimony of Christ and His power to love, change and heal us is inspiring. She is truly an ambassador of hope!
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In this episode Lisa and Colleen Finish their discussion of Step 12 and the chapter I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. They share how the awakening that we have experienced brings us to know that Christ is central to everything and that He is the way. This journey and this work are Christ's. We are becoming a people who in the words of President Nelson, will Let God Prevail. He is the way to endure to the end. Colleen shares her powerful experience of writing these words and bringing the chapter and the writings of the steps to a conclusion, and her testimony that Christ is the conclusion!
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa again continue their discussion of Step 12 and the chapter I was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. They progress through the sections of the chapter covering the desire that comes to all of us who have been truly awakened, to share this message with others. As we share this message of hope in Christ, we bless the lives of others, and simultaneously are also blessed to keep our own recovery.
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa continue their discussion of Step 12 and the chapter I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. An awakening has happened as we have worked the steps and has brought us to the true principles found in step 12. Colleen and Lisa begin with a focus on repentance and share their insights that Steps 4-9 are all repentance steps, steps that have the power to take us from half measures to the true change of being born again in Christ.
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In this episode Lisa and Colleen discuss the first part of the chapter I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake. They share their personal insights and experiences relating to step twelve, with an emotional beginning, as they prepare to discuss this last step. They focus on the concepts of being born again and awakened to the reality that recovery is all about Christ and His strength and His power.
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In this episode Lisa and Colleen share their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 158-160, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Twelve: I Was Desirous That My Family Should Partake." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Twelve: Having experienced a mighty change and having awakened unto God as a result of our sincere repentance demonstrated in taking these steps, we were willing to become instruments in carrying this message to others and to practice these principles in all our affairs.
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In this episode Lisa and Colleen present their own thoughts and experiences on the practice of meditation. Lisa shares her journey of experiencing guided meditations and practices and how involving God and Christ in these experiences has led her to improve her conscious contact with them. She leads listeners through some brief, guided meditations and shares a simple pattern anyone can use to create a their own practice of meditation. Colleen adds her own experiences learning about meditation, sharing powerful quotes and ideas from some amazing spiritual authors. She emphasizes the inspiration and revelation that come from the meditative practice of capturing the words of the scriptures and prophets. This is bonus content you won't want to miss!
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Stacey. Stacey takes us on a journey through her story of living with multiple addictions in addition to bipolar disorder. After years of struggling she finally finds sobriety, but her story doesn't end there. She courageously follows the direction of the Holy Ghost to return to church, repent, and experience the healing power of the Savior's Atonement. Stacey's story will touch your heart and give you added courage to put your faith in the Lord and follow His plan for you.
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa wrap up the discussion of the chapter Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings. They weave in their own insights about the principles found in the chapter along with current quotes from modern prophets and apostles and personal experiences. They testify of the importance of personal revelation and that each and every one of us can have our own individual relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, and be led by them all our days.
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the middle of the chapter Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings. They continue to share their insights and experiences about developing a truly personal relationship with Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of receiving personal revelation for ourselves. Revelation that is heart deep, and personal is the way we can endure the challenges of mortality with faith and hope.
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the first third of the chapter Counsel With The Lord In All Thy Doings. They share personal insights and experiences relating to step eleven, describing the importance of developing a personal relationship with God and Jesus Christ. Both hosts weave in personal experiences, words from AA, and messages from our most recent General Conference . A theme emerges that we are all toddlers in this journey of mortality and we have an absolute need for "continuous contact," with Christ to progress along this journey.
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa share their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 139-141, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Eleven: Counsel With the Lord In All Thy Doings." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Eleven: Sought through prayer and meditation to improve our conscious contact with God, seeking the words of Christ through the power of the Holy Ghost that they might tell us all things that we should do, praying only for a knowledge of His will for us and the power to carry that out.
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa interview Lisa's husband Zach. Zach shares his journey of lust addiction, finding hope and peace through the twelve steps, and his ongoing discovery of the Savior's mercy and love as he continues to apply Step Ten in his life. Lisa adds in a few extra details, because of course she just couldn't resist!
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa go off the beaten path of the content of He Did Deliver Me From Bondage, and share their own personal insights about a booklet titled,"The Unpopular Guide to Step 10." This booklet can be purchased on Amazon or dowloaded free from a simple internet search. The booklet is written by a group of anonymous members of Alcoholics Anonymous and is a true treasure of thoughts and inspiration, making it a personal favorite of both Lisa and Colleen. Join them as they discuss this bonus content for step 10.
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In this episode Lisa and Colleen discuss both the appendix section titled Discussion on Opposition, and the second half of the chapter Retain a Remission of Your Sins. They begin with a deeper dive into the principle opposition using the appendix, discussing how without opposition ,ultimately we nor God could even exist. Then they return to the chapter to discuss the need for continual repentance and progression for our entire lives, growing in our ability to receive revelation, the blessing of continued humbling experiences, and once again, how Christ's mercy and grace, are the only solution to every challenge and trial we face.
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In this episode Colleen and Lisa discuss the first half of the chapter Retain a Remission of Your Sins. They share personal insights and experiences relating to step ten, including the truth that in order to retain the change of heart we have experienced, we must continue to apply and live by the principles that we have learned in the previous nine steps. Step ten is the first of the three maintenance steps. This step helps us to understand that rather than arriving at perfection, we will continue learning and progressing throughout our entire mortal life. And rather than this truth discouraging us, we can embrace it with gratitude and excitement. God has so much more in store for each of us!
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In this episode Lisa and Colleen share their personal capturing of the scriptures found on pages 126-128, in the section titled "Preparation for Discussion of Principle Ten: Retain a Remission of Your Sins." These scriptures prepare us for the concepts we will discuss and learn in Step Ten: Realizing that the weakness to be tempted and to sin is a part of the mortal experience, we continue to take personal inventory and promptly admitted it, being willing to repent as often as needed.
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