LDS Podcast "Latter-Day Lights" - Inspirational LDS Stories Scott Brandley and Alisha Coakley

What does it take to raise a blended family in the church? Donna Morris shares her incredible journey of becoming a step-mother to 6 children at age 23, and navigating the unique challenges of trying to raise a blended family in the gospel.Now a mother of 9 and a grandmother of 8, she reflects on some of the many experiences, difficulties, trials, and blessings that have helped to strengthen her faith and shape her life,Through trials such as a major car accident, infertility struggles, and t...

What if education could be the key to breaking the cycle of generational poverty?Join us as we welcome back Emily Hemmert for her third appearance, sharing remarkable updates on the Marcovia Project - a nonprofit initiative that has transformed the lives of 122 students in Honduras. From the crucial role of the church's Self-Reliance Program to the power of small business loans, Emily discusses how these elements are helping to lift families out of poverty. Her journey underscores the transfo...

In this episode, Angel Coates shares the heartbreaking loss of losing her husband to a tragic car accident, and how her and her family were able to lean on their knowledge of the gospel and the promise of eternal families to give them peace.Angel also shares how, through this difficult experience she's been able to provide additional comfort and hope to others who are also struggling with various types of loss. *** Please SHARE Angel's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***To ...

Have you ever been on the run for your life? In this episode, April Giaugue shares her gripping story of marrying a husband with Schizophrenia, and living for years in a difficult and dangerous world that constantly blurred the lines between reality and fantasy.With the church as her north star, she held on to her faith during the darkest times of her life, realizing that Heavenly Father was placing pinpoints of light in her path to guide and protect her and her children.*** Please SHAR...

In this episode, Grant Johnson, a psychology student from Southern Virginia University, opens up about his battle with video game addiction and how it affected the world around him, including his mood, motivation, relationships, and even his view of reality. Fortunately, Grant was able to find ways to overcome his addiction, serve a mission, and get married.He is now on a new mission to teach others the life lessons he's learned about mindfulness and self-mastery. *** Please SHARE Grant's sto...

From a young age growing up in a Catholic home, Fred had strong desires to become a priest, but several years into his studies he realized that he had a lot more questions than answers.Fortunately, through a series of inspired events, Fred was able to find the answers he was looking for in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and has been a faithful member ever since.As a professional therapist, the gospel has helped Dr. Dodini to help many of his clients to view their lives from ...