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

In this episode, Devin Cummins talks about his life as a marine, and his journey in the military and law enforcement. He also shares some of his most difficult and darkest times, and how the prompting of a bishop helped to save his life.Devin's story, while seasoned with challenges and trials, is also steeped in resilience, and is a powerful testament to the endurance of the human spirit and the guiding light of a higher power through moments of isolation and self-discovery.Join us for ...

When Michele Green was a little girl living in Vietnam, her town was brutally attacked by escaped convicts from a nearby prison, and most of her family were killed, including her parents.Now an orphan, Michele's life looked bleak. But God had a plan for her that eventually led her to the gospel, and ultimately to the United States.With her new found faith, Michele got married and raised an amazing family; however, more trials and tragedy waited in the wings, including various bouts with...

Note: This episode discusses various issues that our youth are facing today, including suicide and how to recognize and help those who may be struggling; however, the overall message is positive, and emphasizes faith and hope.-----In this episode, Jeff Howard, a high-school counselor discusses the alarming mental state of our youth and the difficult issues and challenges that they face today, along with some positive breakthroughs that he's had through the power of connection and communicatio...

In this special follow-up episode, Jerry Paskett shares more information about his near-death experience, his recovery, the psychological battles endured, and the patience and perseverance that have become an integral part of his life. Jerry also shares some of the spiritual insights and lessons he's learned since his experience, and how it's helped him to strengthen his faith and the faith of others.*** Please SHARE Jerry's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***To WATCH this ...

When Shanna was 15, she and two friends were in a terrible car accident where her best friend passed away and Shanna was in a coma for three and a half months with bleak prospects of ever recovering.But through the faith, prayers, and blessings of her friends, family, and community, Shanna was able to overcome the odds, make a full recovery, and continues to live a happy and fulfilling life. *** Please SHARE Shanna's story and help us spread hope and light to others. ***To WATCH this episode ...

In this episode, Carl Hovey shares several difficult challenges that he has faced throughout his life, from his family losing their home and being forced to live in a tire shed, to his brother unexpectedly dying from cancer as a young boy, to being picked on and bullied to the point that he dropped out of school and left the church.But God had a plan for Carl, and in his darkest moments, he was able to rediscover his hope and faith in ways that put him back on the path. And while everyt...