Hope Smiling Brightly with Amber Dawn Pearce

Amber Dawn Pearce
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I had a wonderful and unique upbringing raised off grid by addict hippies who converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We ending up becoming a family of 15 including 8 adopted siblings. Yep, I know what it’s like to live in a home with dirt floors, and no plumbing or electricity. Oh I’ve got stories. You’ll hear a lot of them here. But the most important thing I share is what my life has taught me about the power of Jesus Christ. That answer you've been seeking. That change you've hoped for. That struggle you want to overcome. The goal you want to reach. It is all in Jesus Christ. Christ can be your coach, your mentor, your motivational speaker, your healer.  After living a life seeking hope and help from every solution out there I finally learned how to access the power of change through Christ.

  1. 2 SEPT

    Episode #16 Keeping our lamps trimmed and burning.

    Episode Overview What is it to keep our lamps "trimmed?"   In this episode, we explore the profound symbolism of trimming our lamps to shine the covenant light of Christ brightly. Drawing from scripture, prophetic counsel, and personal experiences, you'll be inspired to recognize your divine worth, overcome doubts, and embrace your unique role as a woman in Zion. Come with me on an Alaskan Cruise summer 2026!  Go here for more info and reserve your spot before it sells out! Questions to ponder: Reflect on this question: What thoughts do I need to trim out of my life to be a brighter light and better influence? What virtuous thoughts can I add? Share your insights with the Hope Smiling Brightly community @amberdawnpearce. Let’s shine brighter together! Scriptures Referenced: Joel 2:28: God’s promise to pour out His Spirit on His daughters. John 4:42: The woman at the well’s testimony leads others to Christ. 1 Nephi 17-18: God instructs us to share our gifts as He directs. Alma 19:12-13: King Lamoni testifies of the blessedness of women. D&C 84:88: The Lord’s promise to be with us as we act in His name. Moses 6:33-34: God’s promise to fill our mouths and justify our words. Talks & Articles: Sheri L. Dew, Knowing Who You Are—and Who You Have Always Been Emily Belle Freeman, Finding Your Worth through Jesus Christ, 2024 BYU Women’s Conference M. Russell Ballard, Here Am I, Send Me President Russell M. Nelson, April 2025 General Conference Julie B. Beck, What Latter-day Saint Women Do Best: Stand Strong and Immovable

    43 min

  2. 6 AUG

    #15 Part 3 The Inherent power within every Woman in Zion.

    Welcome back, friends! I'm so excited to kick off Season 2 of Hope Smiling Brightly with the final part of this powerful series on what it really means to be a woman in Zion. In this episode, we’re diving into the the second word I found repeated over and over again in reference to women — how it’s woven into who we are as daughters of God, how it shows up in scripture, and why it’s so needed in the world right now. We'll explore some beautiful symbolism from the parable of the ten virgins, talk about what it means to “trim your lamp,” and how to use your unique gifts, experiences, and covenants to truly shine with Christ’s light. Whether you're a mom, single, newly discovering your identity, or just needing some encouragement — this one’s for YOU. 🚢 Upcoming Event: Alaska Cruise 2026! Guess what?! I’m going on a bucket list LDS Alaskan cruise and… I’d love for you to come too! 📅 When: July 30–August 6, 2026 🛳️ Where: Alaska, baby! 🎤 I’ll be speaking on sea days, joining optional private excursions at each port, and connecting with new friends in an uplifting, gospel-centered environment. 🔗 Reserve your spot now: https://bountifultravel.com/trips/family-get-away-alaska-cruise-2/ 💰 It’s just $400 to lock in your spot! Come alone or bring your besties or fam — either way, I can’t wait to hang out with you in Alaska. 🐋🌲 💛 Stay Connected with Me: 📸 Instagram: @amberdawnpearce 🎥 YouTube: Hope Smiling Brightly Podcast 🎵 TikTok: @amberdawnpearce 📘 Facebook: Amber Dawn Pearce ✨ Journal Prompts & Questions to Ask God: How can I better understand and use the gifts God has given me? Am I fueling my life with Christ — or with something else? What would it look like for me to truly “trim my lamp” right now? 📚 References & Quotes: • Elder M. Russell Ballard – “Let Our Voices Be Heard” • President Spencer W. Kimball – “The Role of Righteous Women” • President Russell M. Nelson – “A Plea to My Sisters” – • President Russell M. Nelson – “Spiritual Treasures” – • Sheri Dew – “Are We Not All Mothers?” – • Bonnie H. Cordon – “Let Your Light Shine” – • Elder D. Todd Christofferson – “The Moral Force of Women” • Revelation 12 • Revelation 17 Revelation 19 • Isaiah 64:8 • Alma 5:27 • D&C; 33:17

    40 min

  3. 23 APR

    #14 PART 2 Stepping into your powerful and majestic role as a Woman in Zion

    This is part 2 in a series where we explore divine truths of what it is to be a woman in Zion. How do I discover my unique role as a woman in God’s plan? How do I explain to my daughter why she can’t hold the priesthood?  How do I overcome doubt of my value as a woman in the church?  I try to address these and other concerns in this episode as I focus on this important truth... We cannot see our unique role if we are focused on or comparing to the role of someone else, male or female. Come with me on an Alaskan cruise! July 2026 https://bountifultravel.com/trips/family-get-away-alaska-cruise-2/ Book by Wendy Watson Nelson Stay connected @amberdawnpearce on all media platforms  My 2 favorite talks: 1. Awake, Arise, and Come Unto Christ- Sheri Dew https://womensconference.byu.edu/sites/womensconference.ce2.byu.edu/files/sheridew2008.pdf 2. “Let Us Think Straight” M. RUSSELL BALLARD https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/m-russell-ballard/let-us-think-straight-2/ Other references: Luke 1 D&C 101 D&C 81 Hebrews 11 Mark 10:43-44 What Latter-day Saint Women Do Best: Stand Strong and Immovable Julie Beck https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2007/10/what-latter-day-saint-women-do-best-stand-strong-and-immovable?lang=eng For Time and All Eternity By Elder Boyd K. Packer https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/1993/10/for-time-and-all-eternity?lang=eng 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:10 Episode Overview and Sponsor Message 01:44 Recap of Previous Episode 02:21 The Unique Role of Women in Zion 03:41 Embracing Your Divine Mission 04:05 Lessons from Enoch and Eve 05:03 Personal Stories and Overcoming Comparison 07:35 The Power of Belief and Revelation 15:01 Humility and Divine Roles 20:29 Inherent Gifts and Priesthood Power 31:33 Personal Reflections and Callings 47:25 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    50 min

  4. 7 APR

    #13 PART 1 The powerful and majestic role of Women in Zion.

    The Powerful and Majestic Role of a Woman in Zion To be able to see our role clearly as Women in Zion and step into that role fully is to bring the power of Jesus Christ into our lives. But with the influence of the world, our view can get muddied. In this episode I get a little vulnerable and share an experience where God corrected my view and and showed me something much more majestic. The Spirit taught me something about the role of women that no one has been able to explain to me in quite the same way. I hope I am able to convey it with the same power here because it has changed me. Follow me @amberdawnpearce on all social media platforms Come with me on an Alaskan cruise! July 2026 https://bountifultravel.com/trips/family-get-away-alaska-cruise-2/ Study resources: Women and priesthood power. Prophets Speak to Women Real Meaning of the term Help Meet References: Knowing Who You Are —and Who You Have Always BeenSheri L. Dew Are We Not All Mothers⁠?By Sheri L. Dew The Influence of Mothers -Joseph F. Smith Sisters in Zion By President Henry B. Eyring Spiritual Treasures By President Russell M. Nelson Equality of Men and Women Daughters of God By President Gordon B. Hinckley Lessons from Eve By Elder Russell M. Nelson Woman —Of Infinite Worth By Elder Russell M. Nelson Let us think straight. M. Russell Ballard  Truth and the PlanBy President Dallin H. Oaks Mother in Heaven 00:00 Introduction: Woman as God's Supreme Creation 00:34 Physical and Spiritual Preparedness 01:08 Welcome to the Hope Smiling Brightly Podcast 01:3

    51 min

  5. 10 FEB

    #12 Bringing The Power of Jesus Christ Into Your Life

    We are living in a day where the power of Jesus Christ is essential yet Satan is very clever in deceiving people into diminishing this power in their lives. In this episode we discuss profound insights on the power of Christ's name and how to bring it more abundantly into our lives.  Follow me @amberdawnpearce Come with me on an Alaskan cruise! July 2026 https://bountifultravel.com/trips/family-get-away-alaska-cruise-2/ References: Spiritual Treasures Oct 2019 GC. Pres. Russell M Nelson Accessing God’s Power Through Covenants, April 2023 GC, Elder Dale G. Renlund Live Up to Your Privileges Oct 2024 GC, Pres. Emily Belle Freeman Rejoice in the gift of Priesthood Keys April 2024 GC, Pres. Russell M Nelson 00:00 Understanding the Adversary's Tactics 00:37 Introduction and Overcoming Opposition 02:13 Life Without Electrical Power 08:36 The Power of Jesus Christ's Name 11:55 The Importance of Covenants and Temple Worship 21:06 The Role of Prophets and Spiritual Warfare 33:22 The Power of Positive Words and Temple Garments 37:22 Conclusion and Call to Action

    43 min

  6. 06/12/2024

    #11 Help Bring Christ Into The World

    Have you ever wondered what it may have been like when the Savior was born? Common sense would make you wonder if Mary had another woman there to assist her. As I imagined that woman, a story and beautiful lesson came to life. As women we have a noble calling to help bring the Savior into the world. In the process we will find healing in our own lives. In this episode I share my testimony of the power of righteous women as well as the moving story I wrote about the handmaid who assisted Mary. Find me on all social media platforms @amberdawnpearce Come with me on an Alaskan cruise! July 2026 https://bountifultravel.com/trips/family-get-away-alaska-cruise-2/ References: "The Role of Righteous Women" By President Spencer W. Kimball “And upon the Handmaids in Those Days Will I Pour Out My Spirit” By Julie B. Beck "Turn On Your Light" By Sharon Eubank Joel 2:28-19 00:00 The Noble Calling of Righteous Women 00:25 Introduction to the Podcast 00:30 A Life-Changing Scripture 01:00 Physical and Spiritual Preparedness 01:34 Episode Introduction: Bringing Christ into the World 01:51 The Desire to Follow Mary's Example 03:20 The Power of Joel's Prophecy 04:54 The Role of Women in God's Plan 06:00 The Unwritten Stories of Women in Scriptures 06:49 A Journey to Oberammergau 07:45 The Profound Nativity Discovery 10:04 The Handmaid's Story 12:59 The Handmaid's Divine Experience 19:54 The Savior's Birth 22:29 The Call to Women Today 23:20 Final Reflections and Testimonies

    26 min

  7. 18/11/2024

    #10 Choose to Believe

    In this episode, I reflect on President Russell M. Nelson's advice to choose to believe in Jesus Christ despite doubts or challenges. I share my personal experiences growing up in the gospel, the trials my faith has faced, and how I have strengthened my testimony. From overcoming doubts with the help of faithful sources to understanding Satan's tactics, I provide insights and strategies to help others fortify their faith. Tune in for a heartwarming discussion on maintaining a testimony through study, prayer, and choosing to follow Christ. Links: @amberdawnpearce Come with me on an Alaskan cruise! July 2026 https://bountifultravel.com/trips/family-get-away-alaska-cruise-2/ Support the Hope Smiling Brightly Charity: https://amberdawnpearce.com/hope-shop/ References: "Christ is risen; faith in Him will move mountains" Russell M Nelson JS- Mattthew 1: 22 & 37 The Power of Spiritual Momentum By President Russell M. Nelson 2 Nephi 28 Moroni 7:19 Mormon 9 Jacob 7:4 1 Corinthians 2:14 James 1:8 3 Nephi 18:11-13 Psalms 1:1-3 Be One with Christ By Elder Quentin L. Cook 00:00 Introduction and Opening Message 00:43 Meet Your Host: Amber Pearce 02:08 Personal Testimony and Early Experiences 05:20 Facing Doubts and Strengthening Faith 09:50 The Importance of Genuine Doctrine 11:48 Recognizing and Resisting Satan's Tactics 15:47 Personal Encounters with Anti-Information 22:54 Seeking Truth and Spiritual Confirmation 28:12 The Power of Basic Gospel Principles 32:40 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

    40 min

  8. 05/09/2024

    #9 Do The Thing That Requires A Miracle

    “Seek and expect miracles!”  I can’t count how many times I have heard this quoted, but how do we implement it? In this episode I share personal stories and insights on we can become more miracle minded. We explore lessons from the story of the Brother of Jared in the Book of Mormon and what we can learn about bringing more miracles into our lives. I discuss the importance of setting goals that require divine intervention, and how prayer can draw us closer to miraculous experiences. Join me in pondering the miracles waiting in our lives and the faith needed to unlock them. Come with me on an Alaskan cruise! July 2026 https://bountifultravel.com/trips/family-get-away-alaska-cruise-2/ *Follow me on Instagram & all media platforms @amberdawnpearce *Check out my new website and charity www.amberdawnpearce.com *References in order of appearance: “The Power of Spiritual Momentum” By President Russell M. Nelson “Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives” By President Russell M. Nelson Matthew 13:58 Ether 12:12 Story of the Brother of Jared: Ether 2-4 Rending the Veil of Unbelief, Jeffrey R. Holland Address at the Sidney B. Sperry Symposium at Brigham Young University on October 7, 1995, published in A Book of Mormon Treasury: Gospel Insights from General Authorities andReligious Educators Alma 8:31 John 11:4  John 17:7  D&C 19:19 “Give Me This Mountain” By President Spencer W. Kimball “Motions of a Hidden Fire” By President Jeffrey R. Holland “Sweet Power of Prayer”  By Elder Russell M. Nelson Luke 22:40-26 “Be Your Best Self” Thomas S. Monson “The Privilege of Prayer” By Elder J. Devn Cornish Moses 4:1-2 Ether 4:7 “Living in Revelation with Elder David A Bednar”  An Ensign College Address on YouTube 00:00 Introduction: Faith and Miracles 00:41 Welcome to Hope Smiling Brightly 01:20 Gratitude and Thrive Freeze Dried Food 02:06 Listener Reviews and Episode Introduction 03:05 Personal Story: Seeking Miracles 05:30 Scriptural Insights on Miracles 07:40 The Power of Sharing Stories 09:49 A Personal Miracle: Finding a Friend 20:14 Lessons from the Brother of Jared 29:20 The Importance of Prayer 38:21 Conclusion: Embracing Miracles

    44 min
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I had a wonderful and unique upbringing raised off grid by addict hippies who converted to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We ending up becoming a family of 15 including 8 adopted siblings. Yep, I know what it’s like to live in a home with dirt floors, and no plumbing or electricity. Oh I’ve got stories. You’ll hear a lot of them here. But the most important thing I share is what my life has taught me about the power of Jesus Christ. That answer you've been seeking. That change you've hoped for. That struggle you want to overcome. The goal you want to reach. It is all in Jesus Christ. Christ can be your coach, your mentor, your motivational speaker, your healer.  After living a life seeking hope and help from every solution out there I finally learned how to access the power of change through Christ.

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