Why We Believe

Jul 12 2024

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Why do we believe? What inspires faith, testimony, and conversion in members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints? Dive into the personal conversion stories behind faithful members of the church. Join Nathan Gwilliam, host and life-long member of the church, as he sits down with guests with unique backgrounds and perspectives to discuss the deeply personal and spiritual journeys that led them to embrace the teachings of Jesus Christ and why they believe. Through one-on-one interviews, hear firsthand accounts of the life-changing conversion stories and events that ignited and solidified these members' beliefs and personal testimonies. Gain powerful insights into the many unique paths that lead to faith and discover what continues to feed their dedication year after year. Join us each week for inspiring stories from faithful Latter-Day Saints and discuss Why We Believe.

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Timeout for Testimony: A College Athlete's Call to Serve

Jul 12 2024 34 mins

From collegiate basketball star to missionary, McKinley Willardson's inspiring journey of faith unfolds in this captivating episode. Discover how a globe-trotting athlete found her calling in the most unexpected way, trading in her basketball jersey for a missionary badge. McKinley shares intimate details about her decision to serve, from the nerve-wracking moment she opened her mi

Christ, The Ultimate Problem Solver with LaMont Leavitt

Jul 05 2024 30 mins

Discover how faith and entrepreneurship intertwine in this captivating episode featuring Lamont Leavitt, CEO of Lenovi Health. Learn how he implemented a four-day work week, choosing to build an environment that values both productivity and family life. Explore Lamont's unique perspective on the Atonement and hear how the priesthood has impacted his life for the better. For those s

Building Your Faith One Experience at a Time with Cheryl Conner

Jun 28 2024 30 mins

This week I have the opportunity to visit with Cheryl Paul, a successful PR executive and author, as she shares her powerful story of faith. From childhood miracles to overcoming personal challenges, Cheryl's story shows us the power of faithful resilience. Cheryl shares the impact of her mother's unwavering faith and the ways words of the Prophets have helped her develop her faith

Faithful Transformations with Sean Luangrath

Jun 21 2024 47 mins

In this week's episode of Why We Believe, Sean Luangrath shares his journey of becoming a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He recounts how embracing the gospel transformed his childhood home into a place of peace and learning. Sean expands on experiences that have led him to understand that we are all children of God and that living the gospel is the sures

Coming Unto Christ Despite the Circumstances

Jun 07 2024 47 mins

In this episode, I sit down with Donald Kelly, who found faith in the midst of adversity. Discover how Donald found God in the details of his life as one experience after another contributed to the powerful spiritual confirmations that solidified his testimony. Donald's mission experiences and leadership callings have fortified his faith and taught him that with God, every problem

Fanning the Ember of Faith with Troyce Miskin

Jun 07 2024 34 mins

In this episode of Why We Believe, Troyce Miskin shares his journey of faith and the experiences that have shaped his testimony of God's role in his life. As a firefighter and paramedic, Troyce has witnessed the miracles that occur when we call upon God in our time of need. He touches on his struggles with anxiety and how his faith has continued to develop as he has taken the time

Simple Yet Significant: A Testimony of His Divinity

Jun 07 2024 24 mins

In this episode of Why We Believe, we sit down with Priscila Teodório da Silva, a software developer from Brazil, as she shares her remarkable journey of growth and faith. Growing up she was self-motivated to go to church and often went alone if she needed to. She shares how the most meaningful spiritual moments often occurred during the hardest times, teaching her the importance

Building a Strong Foundation of Faith: Stuart Draper’s Story

Jun 07 2024 38 mins

On this week’s episode of Why We Believe, Stuart Draper, successful entrepreneur, and faithful Latter-day Saint, shares his inspiring journey of faith. From feeling the Spirit as a child to serving a life-changing mission in Argentina, Stu's unwavering commitment to scripture study and mentorship helped him build an unshakable testimony. He opens up about navigating life's toughe

Consecrated to the Call

Jun 07 2024 29 mins

Join us for a powerful and inspiring conversation with Brady Murray, founder of Rod's Heroes, an organization that has helped over 100 children with Down syndrome find loving homes through adoption. In this episode, Brady shares his own adoption story, the unexpected diagnosis of his son Nash with Down syndrome, and how these experiences ultimately led him to start Rod's Heroes. Di