The WHW of Gospel Principles

This episode, titled “Promises of Christ and His Return," focuses on Doctrine and Covenants 45. Received by Joseph Smith in March 1831, this revelation addressed the Saints' questions about Christ's Second Coming and expands on Jesus's teachings in Matthew 24. The episode aims to help listeners navigate a world filled with uncertainty by finding peace in the Savior's words. Key themes discussed include Christ as our Advocate, the Signs of the Times, the importance of standing in Holy Places of Refuge, and the promise of Zion. It explores how to apply these teachings to modern life by trusting in Christ's advocacy, creating holy pl...

This episode explores Doctrine and Covenants sections 41 through 44, revelations the Lord called “my law to govern my church.” Given to bring order and clarity to the rapidly growing early Church amidst differing practices and doctrinal questions, these sections provide essential principles for establishing the Lord’s Church in any age. We discuss what it means to be a disciple by receiving and doing God's law (D&C 41:5), the pattern for guiding the Church through prophetic revelation (D&C 43:1–7), how to seek personal revelation, and core commandments like caring for the poor. Learn how these laws act as divine guardrails that bring sa...

This episode of "The WHW of Gospel Principles" focuses on Doctrine and Covenants 37-40 and the theme of unity and obedience in building Zion. It discusses the Lord's command for the early Saints to gather to Ohio and its modern-day applications, emphasizing that God gathers us to bless us. The episode explores the importance of being "one" in Christ and identifies barriers to unity, such as pride and selfishness, while offering tools like esteeming others and serving those who irritate us. It also highlights the need for spiritual preparation to overcome fear, referencing the story of James Covel as a...

This Easter episode of "The WHW of Gospel Principles" focuses on "I Am He Who Liveth, I Am He Who Was Slain," celebrating the living Christ. It highlights the resurrected Savior's appearance to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery in the Kirtland Temple on Easter Sunday and explores Christ's roles as Advocate, Prophet, and King. 
The episode, "The Living Christ_ Easter Reflections on Gospel Principles", discusses how His Atonement, Resurrection, and offer of forgiveness transform us, using the "Shiny Bicycle" analogy. It emphasizes Christ's grace in providing support during times of grief, guilt, fear, and weakness, and includes testimonies, particularly f...

This podcast episode, "Declare My Gospel: Becoming Bold Witnesses,” based on Doctrine and Covenants 30–36, emphasizes that the Lord calls all members to share His gospel, regardless of their experience or how long they have been members. It highlights examples of early Saints like Parley P. Pratt, Thomas B. Marsh, and Ezra Thayer, who were called to preach shortly after their baptisms. The episode discusses how to share the gospel by relying on the Spirit and provides practical applications such as "Love, Share, Invite. " It also stresses the importance of building one's life on the rock of Jesus Christ to remain fait...

This episode focuses on Doctrine and Covenants 29 and the theme "Gathering and the Plan of Salvation." It discusses what the gathering of Israel is, including the spiritual and physical aspects of bringing God's people to Him and the gathering of scattered Israel. The episode also explores how this gathering occurs, highlighting the roles of missionary work, temple work, family history, and spiritual growth. Furthermore, it delves into why the Lord gathers His people, emphasizing spiritual safety, preparation for the Second Coming, Christ's millennial reign, and the establishment of Zion. The episode concludes with personal reflection questions and a challenge for...

This podcast episode, titled “All Things Must Be Done in Order” – Understanding Authority, Revelation, and Spiritual Protection, delves into Doctrine and Covenants sections 27 and 28. It explores the Lord's teachings on divine order within the Church, particularly regarding who receives revelation for the entire Church, highlighting the incident with Hiram Page. The episode also discusses the sacrament and its true purpose, focusing on remembering Christ's Atonement rather than the specific emblems. Furthermore, it examines the armor of God as a means of spiritual protection against evil. The podcast offers insights, scriptural connections, and reflective questions to help listeners apply these principles in the...

This podcast episode, titled "Seeking a Better World," delves into Doctrine and Covenants sections 23 to 26. It emphasizes the themes of faith during adversity and the importance of prioritizing eternal goals. The discussion highlights finding strength in afflictions as outlined in D&C 24 and includes counsel given to Emma Smith to focus on the pursuits of a better world in D&C 25. Additionally, the episode addresses the significance of sacred music as a form of prayer (D&C 25:11-12) and explains the principle of common consent (D&C 26:2).

This podcast episode focuses on the pivotal event of the organization of Christ’s Church on April 6, 1830. The episode explores why God commanded Joseph Smith to formally organize a church and the blessings that come from an organized body of believers. It delves into the necessity of an organized Church for priesthood authority, the unity of doctrine, and prophetic leadership. The episode also compares the ancient Church established by Jesus Christ and the restored Church, highlighting similarities in doctrine, ordinances, priesthood authority, and prophetic leadership. Furthermore, it discusses the significance of sacred ordinances like baptism and the sacrament, the role of...

This episode of "The WHW of Gospel Principles" discusses Doctrine and Covenants section 19, a revelation to Martin Harris. It emphasizes the importance of understanding Jesus Christ and His sacrifice and gaining an eternal perspective.
The episode highlights God's timeless nature and the details of the Savior's suffering, which enables repentance. It encourages listeners to find peace through study, prayer, and service and illustrates the principle of sacrifice for eternal blessings with examples from Martin Harris’s life.
Ultimately, listeners are invited to trust in God's long-term plan, let Christ's sacrifice inspire their repentance, and exchange temporary comforts for et...

This episode focuses on Doctrine and Covenants 18, particularly verse 10, which states, "The worth of souls is great in the sight of God". The episode explores this principle by discussing its implications for self-worth, the process of repentance, and the importance of missionary work. It emphasizes that God values every soul. The podcast offers practical ways to apply this truth, such as praying to see oneself as God does, serving others, and sharing the gospel. The goal is to help listeners understand their inherent divine value and recognize that they are "cherished, known, and needed".

This podcast episode explores the power and responsibility of the priesthood, focusing on its restoration and impact on individuals. It highlights key moments such as the restoration of the Aaronic Priesthood to Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery by John the Baptist in 1829. The episode emphasizes that everyone has a role to play in God’s work, regardless of titles or visibility, and outlines principles like faith, humility, love, and diligence for serving. It also discusses the role of witnesses in confirming God’s truths, referencing the Three Witnesses of the Book of Mormon. The episode encourages listeners to recognize God’s work...

This episode of "The WHW of Gospel Principles" focuses on overcoming challenges through God's power, using Doctrine and Covenants 10-11 as a guide. It explores how God's wisdom triumphs over Satan's plans, even when those plans seem to derail God’s work. Key points covered in the episode:The story of the lost 116 manuscript pages of the Book of Mormon. The episode discusses how Satan's plan to alter the stolen pages and destroy God's work backfired because God had already prepared Nephi to create a second record.Trusting God's wisdom in trials. The episode encourages listeners to see trials as te...

This podcast episode, titled "This Is the Spirit of Revelation – Understanding How God Speaks to Us," focuses on the topic of personal revelation and how to recognize it. The episode uses Doctrine and Covenants sections 6–9 as a basis for understanding how God communicates with individuals. Here's a breakdown of the key topics covered:
Definition of Revelation: The episode begins by defining revelation as how God communicates His will to His children. It emphasizes that revelation is not just for prophets but is available to everyone. The podcast highlights that revelation often comes in quiet ways, such as a feeling of p...

This podcast episode focuses on Doctrine and Covenants sections 3-5, exploring the principles of trusting God, serving wholeheartedly, and gaining a witness of truth. The episode uses a "WHW framework" which stands for What, How, and When, to examine each principle. Here's a more detailed breakdown:
Segment 1 examines D&C 3, focusing on trusting God's will over the pressures of other people. It uses the example of Joseph Smith's mistake with the lost manuscript pages and emphasizes that God's work cannot be frustrated and that repentance can realign us with God's will.Segment 2 discusses D&C 4, highlighting that service is...

This episode of the WHW of Gospel Principles podcast focuses on the principle of turning our hearts to our fathers, based on Doctrine and Covenants 2 and Joseph Smith—History 1:27-65. The episode emphasizes how God’s work of salvation spans generations.

The podcast discusses how the phrase "turning the hearts of the children to their fathers" comes from Malachi 4:5-6. This prophecy is important to the Restoration and is repeated in Doctrine and Covenants 2. The podcast explains that Elijah’s role in restoring priesthood keys enables temple ordinances, which bind families together for eternity.

The episode also d...

In this episode of WHW of Gospel Principles, we explore the principle of personal revelation through the lens of Joseph Smith’s First Vision. Learn the pattern for seeking and receiving answers from God, as revealed in the scriptures. We’ll also compare Joseph’s experience to other powerful examples of revelation from the Old and New Testaments. Discover how you can apply these principles in your own life to find clarity, guidance, and deeper faith. Tune in now!

This episode delves into the significance of Section 1 of the Doctrine and Covenants, often called "The Lord's Preface." The episode emphasizes the historical context of this section, received as a revelation to Joseph Smith in 1831 during a conference focused on compiling revelations.

The episode underscores that Section 1 serves as a foundational document, affirming the authenticity of the revelations and Joseph Smith's prophetic role. The episode highlights the Lord's consistent communication through prophets. It cautions against blindly accepting anyone who claims to be a servant of the Lord without verifying their calling.

The episode emphasizes that God...

This episode focuses on the restitution of the gospel of Jesus Christ and the importance of prayer. The author begins by explaining the concept of restitution using the analogy of replacing a broken window with an identical one. They emphasize that the restitution of the gospel is a restoration to its original form, as established by Jesus Christ. The author then outlines the structure of Christ's church, highlighting that:
Christ is the cornerstone and head of the church.Christ selected 12 apostles as the foundation of His church.Christ also appointed seventy elders.The author draws parallels between this structure...