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Thinking Celestial - A ”Follow The Prophet” Series Podcast

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Jesus Christ
Institute
General Conference
Temple
Holy Ghost
Atonement
Book Of Mormon
Family Proclamation
Resurrection
Dallin H. Oaks
Dieter F. Uchtdorf
The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints
Discipleship
Prayer
David A. Bednar
Henry B. Eyring
Faith
Temperance
Sacrament
Atonement Of Jesus Christ

This podcast series is produced at the Taylorsville Utah Institute of Religion at Salt Lake Community College Redwood Campus. Student-hosted podcasts include various guests exploring a variety of gospel topics. Each episode seeks to help listeners find ways to fulfill President Russell M. Nelson’s October 2023 charge to ”Think Celestial.”

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In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge and University of Utah Institute instructor Shawn Bills discuss Sister Kristin M. Yee’s April 2026 General Conference message, “Ministering — ‘That Ye Love One Another; as I Have Loved You.’” T... more

On this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by UVU Institute teacher Alyssa Edwards to discuss Elder Eduardo F. Ortega’s April 2026 General Conference message, “Christ, Author and Finisher of Our Faith.” Together they explore h... more

In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by young father Collin Henderson to discuss Elder Dale G. Renlund’s April 2026 general conference message, “Because of Jesus Christ.” Together they explore the transforming power of t... more

In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by young mother Rachel Henderson to discuss Elder Jorge T. Becerra’s April 2026 General Conference message, “Tithing — Putting God First.” Together they explore how paying tithing is ... more

In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by frequent guest Dr. Matthew Merrill of the Taylorsville Institute faculty to discuss President Dieter F. Uchtdorf’s inspiring April 2026 General Conference message, “Encounter at th... more

Join Dr. Kirk Burbidge and Ensign College religion professor Kevin Hallstrom on this episode of Thinking Celestial as they explore Elder Brian J. Holmes’s inspiring General Conference message, “Jesus Christ Is the Way.” Together they discuss what it ... more

Join Dr. Kirk Burbidge on this inspiring episode of Thinking Celestial as he revisits two of the most powerful and beloved messages ever delivered in General Conference. First, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland’s moving address, “Like a Broken Vessel,” offers... more

Join Dr. Kirk Burbidge for this special re-release of Episode 100 of Thinking Celestial, where Dr. Burbidge is joined by Kevin Brown, Associate Administrator for Seminaries and Institutes of Religion, for a thoughtful discussion on gathering Israel a... more

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Collin Henderson
Disciple of Christ, engineer, parent of two boys, Type 1 diabetic
Personal guest on the episode
Episode: Ep 222 S8 Collin Henderson ‘Because of Jesus Christ’ Dale G. Renlund
Rachel Henderson
Cousin of the host, photographer and primary music teacher, speaker in the episode
None explicitly stated
Episode: Ep 221 S8 Rachel Henderson ‘Tithing — Putting God First’ Jorge T. Becerra
Kevin Hallstrom
Teacher at Ensign College
Ensign College
Episode: Ep 219 S8 Kevin Hallstrom ‘Jesus Christ Is the Way’ Brian J. Holmes
Kevin G. Brown
Former area authority, later associated with the 70; guest discussing the talk and themes of the episode
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Episode: Ep 217 S8 Kevin G. Brown (re-release) 'Let God Prevail' Russell M. Nelson
David A. Bednar
General Authority of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Episode: Ep 216 S8 Part 2-David A Bednar - Evening with a General Authority - 2-5-2020
Dallin H. Oaks
Speaker featured in the episodes' central talks (1971 and 1984 contexts)
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (apostle/educator)
Episode: Ep 214 S8 Dallin H. Oaks First Conference talks 1971 & 1984
Denise McCubbins
Host of Acumen podcast; educator/seminary teacher
Acumen podcast / Institute of Religion
Episode: Ep 211 S8 Denise McCubbins ‘Love All, Love Each’ Gérald Caussé
Chi Hong Wong
Elder referenced in the Talk reviewed in this episode
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Episode: Ep 210 S8 Kirk Burbidge ‘Remember “Remember, Remember' Chi Hong (Sam) Wong
Sean Marsden
Institute teacher, seminary and institute educator
Seminaries and Institutes (Catholic? LDS context)
Episode: Ep 209 S8 Sean Marsden ‘Alive in Christ’ ‘President Dallin H.Oaks:

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Ep 215 S8 Part 1-David A Bednar - Evening with a General Authority - 2-5-2020
Q: What would you add to the idea of personal revelation as discussed by President Nelson?
Revelation is best received when we acknowledge that it comes in both small, incremental ways and occasional bigger moments, and we should live in a state of readiness so the Spirit can guide us continually.
Ep 216 S8 Part 2-David A Bednar - Evening with a General Authority - 2-5-2020
Q: How do I help a young person hear the Spirit themselves rather than merely hearing it from others?
Encourage the individual to practice pondering, writing, and quiet reflection; guide them to observe patterns in their experiences and to invite the Spirit to teach them directly rather than adults prescribing a formula.
Ep 216 S8 Part 2-David A Bednar - Evening with a General Authority - 2-5-2020
Q: Now, you know my first question, don't you? What do you think?
The guest explains that confidence in revelation grows through personal experience and avoiding over-reliance on external processes; experience builds genuine discernment.
Ep 147 S6 Jesse Roberts "The Love of God" Benjamin M.Z. Tai
Q: How have the things learned from this address helped you think more celestial in your life?
Jesse expresses that recognizing and feeling God's love moves from a comfortable contentment to a longing to do more—driven by love rather than obligation.
Ep 147 S6 Jesse Roberts "The Love of God" Benjamin M.Z. Tai
Q: What's the first point you want listeners to hear from the address?
The discussion moves into faith as confidence and the idea that faith is a tangible substance built through time and relationship with spiritual practices, like prayer and scripture study.

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This show is a student-hosted discussion platform focusing on gospel topics through the lens of contemporary church talks and Institute experiences. Episodes routinely feature guests connected to LDS educational and church communities, with conversations centered on General Conference talks, personal faith journeys, ministering, temple life, and celestial-minded living. A defining trait is the blend of personal anecdotes, practical spiritual discipline tips, and publicly shared insights from experienced church educators and leaders, all aimed at helping listeners apply gospel principles in daily life. Noteworthy elements include collaborative, no-edit formats, guest participation from Institute-affiliated scholars and members, and an emphas... more

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