RVVL | David Butler

in this episode of "revival," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss their current readings, including "the four agreements" and "holy envy" by barbara brown taylor. they explore themes of personal preparation to meet the savior, the importance of recognizing and utilizing one's unique gifts, and serving others. the conversation highlights the dangers of comparison, the significance of ...

in the first episode of season 6 of the "revival" podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger explore themes of faith and confidence in god, inspired by president russell m. nelson's talk, "confidence in the presence of god." they discuss the transformative power of charity, the role of spiritual leaders, and the importance of envisioning god as a loving father. david shares personal reflections fro...

in this special edition of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler are joined by jeff McCullough, a pastor and creator of the hello saints youtube channel, and kyle beshears, a baptist pastor and scholar. together, they explore the significance of the apostles' creed, its historical context, and its role in unifying christian beliefs. the discussion also examines the differences between th...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss the talk o youth of the noble birthright by bradley r. wilcox. they explore what it means to be chosen—not to rule, but to serve—and how christ’s greatest glory was found in humility and sacrifice. they dive into the beauty of covenant responsibility, the power of serving others, and the transformative nature of god’s love. thro...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into elder gary e. stevenson’s talk, days never to be forgotten, reflecting on the power of memorable moments in faith. they discuss the significance of anticipation, hope, and the prophetic vision of a decade filled with spiritual milestones. from temple dedications to personal missionary journeys, they highlight how discipleship ...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger explore the talk "ye are my friends" by elder david l. buckner, discussing the depth of christ’s love and the meaning of true discipleship. they are joined by baptist pastor kyle bashir to dive into the significance of interfaith dialogue and friendships, emphasizing the importance of unity among believers despite differing t...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into elder ulisses soares' talk, aligning our will with his. they explore the tension between doing what "works for me" and aligning with eternal truths, questioning how long something truly "works" in the grand scheme of god’s plan. they discuss how justification can be exhausting, how reality pushes back ...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss elder i. raymond egbo’s talk, focus on jesus christ and his gospel. they reflect on the power of scripture in teaching doctrine, the role of community in faith, and the importance of not letting struggles define our identity. they share personal stories about the impact of mentors and church leaders, emphasizing that god places ...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger dive into elder dieter f. uchtdorf’s talk, nourish the roots, and the branches will grow. they explore the powerful metaphor of strengthening spiritual roots—faith in jesus christ—so that everything else in life naturally flourishes. through personal insights and gospel discussions, they unpack how focusing on christ as the foundation b...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss president henry b. eyring's talk, simple is the doctrine of jesus christ. they reflect on the power of simple gospel truths, the importance of teaching doctrine to children, and how god’s kindness is evident in the way he sets bounds on the adversary. through personal experiences and insights, they highlight how embracing t...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss president dallin h. oaks' talk, following christ. they explore the two main themes of the talk: the foundations of discipleship and christ’s teachings on avoiding contention. they highlight president oaks’ principle of beginning conversations by finding common ground and reflect on how recognizing the divinity in others tra...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss the powerful themes in elder d. todd christofferson’s talk, “burying our weapons of rebellion.” they explore the balance between personal agency and divine commandments, how the gospel expands our choices rather than limits them, and the transformative power of christ to change hearts and desires. with stories of forgiveness, re...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss elder juan pablo villar’s talk, “his hand is ready to help us.” they explore the persistent love of christ, emphasizing that his hand reaches out to us even when we feel distant or unworthy. dave and stephan share insights on recognizing god’s presence in everyday life, the power of rituals like the sacrament, and how focusing o...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger reflect on sister kristin m. yee's talk, the joy of our redemption. they explore the transformative power of mistakes, redemption, and faith, drawing parallels between the crucifixion and life's messy, complicated challenges. through thoughtful discussion, they emphasize that god's grace can turn even our own faults into...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger explore the profound insights from elder ronald a. rasband’s talk, behold i am the light which ye shall hold up. they discuss the role of temples as spiritual centers, their impact on personal discipleship, and how they prepare individuals to bless others. reflecting on the wisdom of modern prophets, the hosts emphasize the significance...

in this new year's eve episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger reflect on elder patrick kearon’s talk, welcome to the church of joy. they discuss the transformative power of worship, the importance of adoration, and the role of community in meaningful church experiences. with light-hearted banter about new year’s resolutions and dreams, they share personal anecdotes and insight...

in this christmas eve special of *revival: a good news brand podcast,* hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss their personal christmas eve traditions, such as attending church services and family dinners. they delve into spiritual teachings, emphasizing the importance of trust and obedience in faith. reflecting on sister tracy y. browning’s talk, “seeking answers to spiritual questions,” they explore god’s personalized t...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts david butler and stephan taeger dive into elder neil l. andersen's talk, the triumph of hope. together, they explore the profound concept of living with "confident expectation" in the blessings of christ’s grace and our own faithful choices. they discuss the balance between divine grace and human agency, the beauty of eternal relationships with family ...

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, dave and stephan explore bishop l. todd budge’s talk, seek him with all your heart, focusing on the power of slowing down, being present, and deepening our connection with god through intentional worship and holy habits. they discuss christian meditation, the importance of purpose in sacred practices, and how seeking god with our whole hearts brings peace, strength, and jo...