this is kingdom

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis study The Good News Recipe by Elder Ulisses Soares and talk about why life gets better when we stop trying to make our own version of the gospel. Through funny stories about cooking, baking, and the chaos of skipping steps, the hosts connect the idea of a recipe to discipleship and the simple truth that following Jesus works. They explore how easy it is to add extra ingredients, cut corners, or look for comfort in the wrong places, and how often the answers we are searching for are already in the pantry.
This episode is a reminder that the gospel does not need to be complicated to be powerful. With insight on comfort, peace, and what we reach for when life gets hard, the conversation invites listeners to take an honest look at the recipes they are living by and choose the one that actually leads to change. It is an encouragement to go back to the basics, to use the scriptures as a real guide, and to live with one simple focus in mind, more Jesus.

Chapters:
00:00 INTRO
05:29 "Too Good to Be True"
08:58 "Finding the Right Recipe"
11:01 Balanced Approach to Happiness
13:31 "Follow the Prophet's Guidance"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis celebrate Valentine’s week, then dive into what it really means when we hear that the Lord is hastening His work. Through stories from missions, everyday life, and the simple moments we usually rush past, the hosts explore the difference between being busy and being urgent for the right things. They talk about slowing down enough to actually see people, ask real questions, and make space for the sacred moments God is trying to put in our path.
This episode is a reminder that a spiritual life is hard to build in a hurry, and that hastening does not always look like doing more. With insight from Elder Cook and a powerful example from Abraham, the conversation invites listeners to live with open hands and an open schedule, ready for God to fill it. It is an encouragement to be available, to be present, and to move quickly when the Lord gives you something to do.
Chapters:
00:00 INTRO
06:13 "Meaning Behind 'How Are You?'"
09:54 "Slowing Down to Uplift Others"
10:52 "Balancing Urgency and Stillness"
14:03 "Being Present and Grateful"

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis study the Family Proclamation and reflect on why family is central to God’s plan. Through honest conversation, personal stories, and scripture, they talk about commitment, relationships, and the idea that strong families have the power to heal individuals and strengthen society. The discussion explores the many different situations people find themselves in and invites listeners to think about what it looks like to invest in family rather than walk away when things get difficult.

This episode is a reminder that families are not meant to be temporary or disposable, but eternal and worth the effort. With insights on appreciation, accountability, and choosing love over avoidance, the conversation encourages listeners to seek healing, build connection where they can, and trust that God is deeply invested in helping families grow stronger, one relationship at a time.

Chapters:
00:00 INTRO
05:33 "Generational Avoidance and Family Decline"
09:11 "Invest in Relationships, Like Home"
11:46 "Restoring and Strengthening Family Bonds"
13:23 Reflecting on Relationships and Gratitude

What if cheering others on is one of the most Christlike things we can do?

In this episode of This Is Kingdom, Grace, TJ, Talon, and Hollis celebrate big news as Grace announces her engagement, then dive into a heartfelt discussion about celebrating others’ wins with genuine joy. From conference stories to personal examples, the hosts explore why cheering doesn’t always come naturally, and why choosing celebration over comparison is an intentional act of discipleship.

This conversation highlights how happiness isn’t scarce, it multiplies when we share it. With warmth, honesty, and spiritual insight, the episode challenges listeners to be the first to cheer, to celebrate everyday goodness, and to discover how lifting others up brings more joy, love, and Christlike living into their own lives.