RVVL | David Butler
Every six months, God gifts us with a spiritual revival—a chance to think about our faith again and how it collides with our daily walk. RVVL is where we talk about the timely and timeless truths that jumpstart our hearts into living relevant faith. Your hosts, David Butler & Stephan Taeger
Episodes
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 fulfi...
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 lis...
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 blessing...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler share uplifting stories and insights centered on faith in jesus christ and the restoration within the lds church. dave recounts the emotional experience of sending one son on a mission while welcoming another home. the hosts discuss highlights from elder bednar’s talk, exploring themes of personal divine encounters, the restorati...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss faith, tradition, and overcoming perfectionism. they share the inspiration behind a family tea ritual, explore the story of cross-cultural friendship from stephan’s book from provo to pakistan, and reflect on elder gerrit w. gong’s talk, eternity’s great gifts: jesus christ’s atonement, resurrection, restoration. the conv...
in this mid-july episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler explore the deeper meaning of worship, emphasizing its transformative power beyond entertainment. drawing on scriptural stories and teachings from elder christofferson, they discuss faith, repentance as an act of worship, and the importance of prioritizing god over worldly distractions. personal anecdotes and reflections highlight h...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss elder vargas’s talk, "our heavenly guidance system." they explore themes of hope, faith, and love, sharing personal stories and reflections on the power of simple kindness and the importance of focusing on christ during difficult times. with humor and heartfelt anecdotes, they encourage listeners to embrace god’...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler share heartfelt stories about faith, family, and the power of reunions. they discuss the joy of welcoming loved ones home, the miracles of connection across cultures, and the comfort found in trusting god’s unseen guidance. reflecting on scripture, personal experiences, and insights from president henry b. eyring’s talk “draw nea...
in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger discuss president dieter f. uchtdorf’s talk, “by this all will know that you are my disciples.” they reflect on how faith is centered on love and acceptance, emphasizing that imperfections don’t exclude anyone from god’s work. through personal stories and insights, they highlight the value of diversity within the church and encourage li...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler share uplifting stories of faith, church growth, and community. centered around the talk "right before our eyes" by elder ronald a. rasband, they discuss inspiring headlines, including rising church membership and educational initiatives, and reflect on the transformative power of the gospel. emphasizing optimism, the i...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," stephan taeger and dave butler discuss the new book "from provo to pakistan," highlighting its story of faith and friendship across continents. they explore themes of returning to faith, god’s unconditional love, and the importance of kindness and patience within the church community. through personal stories and metaphors, the hosts emphasize hope, r...
in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss faith, spirituality, and the importance of understanding the "why" behind spiritual practices. they share personal anecdotes about concerts and music's impact on their lives. the episode highlights a talk by elder ricardo p. giménez titled my love for the savior is my “why”, emphasizing the significance of recognizing ...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts dave butler and stephn taeger discuss elder cook's talk, "the atonement of jesus christ provides the ultimate rescue." they explore themes of faith, community, and storytelling, focusing on the resilience and hope found in the latter-day saints' historical experiences, such as the pioneer handcart companies. the hosts share personal an...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler delve into themes of faith, divine assistance, and president oaks' talk "divine helps for mortality." they discuss the light of christ, the role of the holy ghost, humility, and trust in the lord. stephan introduces the idea that divine help is available to all, while dave emphasizes a compassionate approach to lea...
in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler explore themes of faith, healing, and community support. they reflect on the talk spiritually whole in him by president camille n. johnson, emphasizing spiritual wholeness through faith in jesus christ. the discussion includes personal anecdotes, cultural references like baseball, and the importance of recognizing the goodness in others. the...
in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler discuss elder patrick kearon's talk, receive his gift, from the april 2025 general conference. they explore themes of faith, relationships with god, and appreciating divine gifts. the conversation includes personal anecdotes, such as graduation memories and the metaphor of a relationship bank account to illustrate building and maintaini...
in this episode of "revival: a good news brand podcast," hosts stephan taeger and dave butler celebrate easter and discuss the significance of faith and service. they reflect on elder michael b. strong's talk, "charity—a sign of true discipleship," emphasizing the importance of recognizing unspoken needs and serving others. they share meaningful stories from their own lives and reflect on a powerful mo...
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...
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