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Ensign College Devotionals
by Ensign College
Devotionals given by a variety of speakers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. New episodes arrive Tuesdays of each semester at noon.
Episodes
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Scott Hunter: The Savior's Loving Patterns of Discipleship
In this devotional, Scott Hunter teaches how following the Savior’s patterns of discipleship can help us become more like Jesus Christ. He emphasizes that submission to God is a choice that strengthens our agency, that the Savior sees and loves each of us personally, and that we can find healing…
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Jared Jepson: The Transformative Power of Jesus Christ
In this devotional, Jared A. Jepson teaches about the transformative power of Jesus Christ and the higher, holier ways of the Lord. Drawing from Isaiah 55:8–13, he explains that God’s ways are not simply different from our own but are designed to transform us through faith, patience, diligence…
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Anthony Sweat: Rescue This Generation
In this devotional, Anthony Sweat teaches how temple work and the sealing power help gather and rescue the children of God. He encourages students to participate in this work by seeking out their ancestors, preparing names for temple ordinances, and making the temple a meaningful part of their...
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President Bruce C. Kusch: Do You Have a Plan for Me? I Mean, Do You Really Have a Plan for Me?
In this devotional, President Bruce C. Kusch teaches that Heavenly Father knows each of us personally and has a plan for our lives, even when we cannot see the full picture. President Kusch shares six principles for understanding God’s plan: seek personal revelation line upon line, recognize what...
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Sister Alynda Kusch: "Back" Home Safely
In this devotional, Sister Alynda Kusch compares the voice of the Holy Ghost to a coach calling “Back!” to help a runner return safely to the base. Through personal experiences involving missionary service, prayer, education, and moments of physical difficulty, Sister Kusch shares four ways the...
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Elder Ruben V Alliaud: Look Forward With Faith
In this devotional, Elder Alliaud teaches students to look beyond the obvious realities of life and move forward with faith in Jesus Christ. Drawing from his experiences with education, his career, and rugby, he shares how closed doors and unexpected challenges can become experiences for our…
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Sister Fabiana Alliaud: Trust His Perspective
In this devotional, Sister Alliaud teaches the importance of trusting Heavenly Father’s perspective, even when we do not yet understand the reasons behind His plan. Using a personal experience with painting, she compares learning to respect geometry and perspective with learning to follow the...
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Burke Olsen: Publishing Peace
In this devotional, Burke Olsen teaches that each of us is a publisher, and that our words, actions, and choices can help bring peace into the world. Drawing from the history of publishing in the Restoration and his experiences in journalism, he explores three ways we can “publish peace”: through...
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Tiffany Bowcut: Rejoice Evermore
In this devotional, Tiffany Bowcut shares a powerful message about finding joy in Jesus Christ even during seasons of sorrow. Through the scriptures “Jesus wept” and “Rejoice evermore,” she teaches that faith does not mean we will never experience heartbreak, but that we never have to experience…
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Jay Young: Becoming More in Christ Through Small and Simple Things
In this devotional, Jay Young teaches that becoming more like Jesus Christ doesn't usually happen through dramatic moments, but through small, consistent acts of faith and discipleship. Drawing from scripture, personal experiences, and teachings from living prophets, he explains how daily...
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Steven K. Thomas: Alignment in an Age of Deception
In this devotional, Steven K. Thomas teaches what it means to stay spiritually aligned with Jesus Christ in a world filled with distraction, confusion, and deception. Drawing from scripture, personal experiences, and teachings from living prophets and apostles, he explains that true alignment…
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Moana Hansen: Spiritual Wayfinding: Navigating by Faith
In this devotional, Moana Hansen uses the tradition of Pacific Island wayfinding to teach timeless principles of discipleship and faith in Jesus Christ. Drawing from her Polynesian heritage, personal experiences, and the remarkable journeys of ancient navigators, she explains how Heavenly Father...
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Lori Gardiner: God Knows You Individually
In this devotional, Lori Gardiner reminds students of the life-changing truth that they are beloved children of Heavenly Parents and teaches practical ways to feel God's love more consistently. Through personal experiences, scripture, and teachings from living prophets, she explains that as we...
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Kirk Rawlins: His Divine Intervention and Merciful Providence: A Foundation for the Restoration
In this devotional, Kirk Rawlins explores the inspired relationship between the founding of the United States and the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Drawing from history, scripture, and prophetic teachings, he shares how God's hand prepared a nation where religious liberty could...
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R. Todd Miner: Cybersecurity Principles Celestial Outcomes
In this devotional, R. Todd Miner draws powerful parallels between cybersecurity and discipleship, showing how principles that protect digital systems can also strengthen our spiritual lives. Using relatable examples from his experience in cybersecurity, he teaches how we can guard ourselves...
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Rick Hatch: The Sparkle
Using stories from his life, examples from acting and storytelling, and teachings from Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, Richard Hatch explores how spiritual gifts often appear in simple yet meaningful ways—showing compassion, bringing joy, being a peacemaker, noticing those who are overlooked, enduring...
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Julia Hatch: The Eye of the Artist
In this devotional, Julia Hatch uses the perspective of an artist to teach a powerful gospel principle: learning to truly see. Drawing from her experiences as an artist, educator, and disciple of Jesus Christ, she explains how developing “the eye of an artist” can help us recognize the beauty of...
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Tiffini Glaze: I Am a Child of God
In this devotional, Tiffini Glaze teaches that we are all children of God with a divine nature and eternal destiny. Using the hymn "I Am a Child of God" as a guide, she shares personal experiences, stories of conversion, and gospel principles that illustrate how Heavenly Father leads, guides, and...
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Sister Amy A. Wright: Behold, I am Jesus Christ
In this devotional, Sister Amy A. Wright invites students to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ through the scriptural invitation to “behold.” Drawing from the Savior’s ministry among the Nephites and other sacred accounts from scripture, she explores how Christ invites us to seek His...
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Elder Lynn G. Robbins: An Easter Message
In this devotional message, Elder Lynn G. Robbins teaches about the eternal significance of the Atonement and Resurrection of Jesus Christ and the sacred symbols that help us remember Him throughout the year. Drawing from scripture, the sacrament, and the symbolism of the cross and the empty…
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Is the Church True? - Elder Randall Carr
In this devotional, Elder Randy Carr shares how a strong testimony of the gospel can be built on a stable spiritual foundation. Using the analogy of a three-legged stool, he teaches that the truthfulness of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints can be strengthened by answering three...
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Dealing with Adversity - Michael Tracy
In this devotional, Michael Tracy shares personal experiences of loss, illness, disappointment, and unexpected life changes to teach powerful lessons about dealing with adversity. From losing both of his parents at a young age to facing cancer, uncertainty, and unmet expectations, he explains how...
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The Light of Ensign - President Kusch
In this devotional, President Kusch shares the concept of the “Light of Ensign,” describing the Light of Christ as a powerful influence that brings truth, clarity, and strength into our lives. He teaches that as students focus on becoming disciples, their lives will be filled with light that not...
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You Are Somebody to the Lord - Sister Kusch
In this devotional, Sister Kusch teaches that every individual is known and deeply loved by God. Through personal experiences and heartfelt insights, she reminds students that trusting the Lord leads to a life greater than we could ever plan for ourselves. This devotional took place in Salt Lake...
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Faith in Christ Brings Light - Wyatt Erickson
Ensign College's goal is to quickly and economically prepare you with the industry knowledge and workplace skills today’s hiring managers are seeking. Our targeted certificates and degrees give you the fundamental critical thinking, communication, leadership, and technical skills, along with the...
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Becoming - Jeff Morrin
Jeff Morrin graduated from Brigham Young University with a bachelor's and master's degree in business administration. Jeff is currently the administration vice president and chief financial officer at BYU-Pathway Worldwide. He also worked as the university resources vice president at BYU-Idaho....
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Spiritual Fathers and Mothers - Elder K. Brett Nattress
Elder K. Brett Nattress was sustained as a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 2, 2016. At the time of his call, he had been serving as president of the Arizona Gilbert Mission. Elder Nattress has served in numerous Church callings, including...
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Accept the Unexpected and Find Peace in the Journey - Sister Laurie Jones
Sister Laurie Jones grew up in Midland, Michigan. She attended Brigham Young University where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Clothing and Textiles. She worked for many years as an Administrative Assistant. She has served in the Relief Society, Primary, and Young Women organizations as well as...
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Learning to Love in the Dust of His Footsteps - Shima Baughman
Shima Baradaran Baughman grew up in Goshen, New York after leaving Iran as a child refugee with her family. She attended Brigham Young University where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. She received a law degree at BYU Law School and clerked on the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals for...
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Seeing With an Eye of Faith - Jodi Chowen
Jodi Chowen earned a doctorate degree in Educational Leadership from Brigham Young University in which she studied college student thriving. She oversaw Career Services, Academic Internships, and Experiential Learning at BYU for more than a decade. She has taught student development and religion...
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The Language of Covenants: I Will Go and Do - Elder Arnulfo Valenzuela
Arnulfo Valenzuela Realivasquez was born in Chihuahua, Mexico. He has had many opportunities to serve in the Church including a full-time mission in Veracruz, Mexico, as bishop, counselor in a stake presidency, counselor in a mission presidency, and as an Area Seventy. Elder Valenzuela received a...
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Making and Acting on Inspired Decisions - Elder Richard J. Maynes
Elder Richard J. Maynes was sustained as a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in April 1997 and given Emeritus status in October 2020. Elder Maynes previously served as the Executive Director of the Family History Department and as an assistant executive...
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Run to the Temple: "Every sincere seeker of Jesus Christ will find Him in the temple" - Sarah Jane Weaver
Sarah Jane Weaver is the editor of the Deseret News and the executive editor of the Church News. Since 1995, she has traveled the globe writing about leaders and members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Sarah graduated from Brigham Young University with a degree in journalism…
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Exercise Faith in Christ Who Strengthens You - Elder Edward B. Rowe
Elder Edward B. Rowe was sustained as a General Authority Seventy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at the April 2025 general conference. At the time of his call, he had been serving as a member of the Twelfth Quorum of the Seventy in the Utah Area. Elder Rowe has served in a...
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When They Needed My Help Was I There - Sharon Eubank
Sharon Eubank was born in Redding, California. She served as a full-time missionary for the Church in the Finland Helsinki Mission and received a bachelor’s degree in English from Brigham Young University. After graduation, she taught English as a second language in Japan, worked as a legislative...
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The Family: A Proclamation to the World, Q&A with President and Sister Kusch
President Bruce C. Kusch became the 13th president of Ensign College on April 17, 2017. He previously served as the Chief Academic Officer from March 2016 until assuming his current role. President Kusch began his Church Educational System service in August 2002, joining the Business Management...
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Anxiously Engaged: Moving Forward Even with Unanswered Questions by Linda Campbell
An address given by Linda Campbell, delivered on September 23, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. What does it mean to be “anxiously engaged in a good cause” while still carrying doubts, fears, or unanswered questions? In this devotional, Linda Campbell shares...
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Love in the Gathering — Becoming the Reason Someone Feels God’s Love by President Steven J. Lund
An address given by President Steven J. Lund, delivered on September 16, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City.
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Nothing and Everything by Elder James Taylor
An address given by Elder James Taylor, delivered on December 2, 2025, at the MPR at Ensign College in Salt Lake City, Utah. In this message, Elder James Taylor reflects on what it means to be both “nothing” and “everything” in the eyes of God, inviting listeners to better understand their divine...
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Meeting the Savior at the Well by Sister Tracy Y. Browning
An address given by Sister Tracy Y. Browning, delivered on November 18, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. In her message Meeting the Savior at the Well, Sister Tracy Y. Browning invites students to discover how Christ still meets us in ordinary moments—just…
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The Righteousness of Your Redeemer by Hank Smith
An address given by Hank Smith, delivered on November 11, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. Discover what The Righteousness of Your Redeemer truly means for your personal discipleship. This message explores how Christ’s perfect righteousness can transform…
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Doers of the Word - Charity, Virtue, and Daily Discipleship by Rob Garrett
What it really means to be “doers of the word” through charity, virtue, and daily discipleship.
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Deep Learning in the Age of AI by Elder Kim B. Clark
An address given by Elder Kim B. Clark, delivered on October 28, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center in Salt Lake City. In this reflection, Elder Kim B. Clark explores agency, growth, and the way Christ teaches us to learn deeply, especially in an age shaped by artificial...
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Your Ensign Moment: Preparing to Serve Through Learning and Discipleship by Ryan Carstens
In this episode of the Ensign College Devotional Podcast, explore how education and discipleship come together to prepare you for meaningful service. “Your Ensign Moment” reminds us that every lesson learned and every act of faith can strengthen our ability to lead, serve, and uplift others…
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Faith in Jesus Christ Is the Answer to Fear By Danny Ricks
An address given by Danny Ricks, BYU Idaho Religious Studies delivered September 30, 2025, at Ensig College.
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Anxiously Engaged - Linda Campbell
Linda Campbell was born in Atlanta, Georgia, but has called Bountiful, Utah, home for most of her life. She worked in the mortgage industry until 2010, when she paused her career to raise her children. She returned to the workforce in 2022, joining Ensign College, where she now serves as Manager…
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Love in the Gathering - Steven J. Lund
Steven J. Lund served as Young Men General President from April 2020 to August 2025. His past Church assignments have included service as a member of the Young Men general board, Area Seventy, mission president in the Georgia Atlanta Mission (2003–2006), coordinator of the Provo City Center…
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The Atonement of Jesus Christ - President Bruce C. Kusch
President Bruce C. Kusch became the 13th president of Ensign College on April 17, 2017. He previously served as the Chief Academic Officer from March 2016 until assuming his current role. President Kusch began his Church Educational System service in August 2002, joining the Business Management...
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Like a Ship in the Lock: Staying Steady with Jesus Christ - Sister Alynda Kusch
Sister Alynda Kusch is a graduate of BYU-Idaho. Following her graduation, she taught for the BYU-I Culinary Arts department until she and President Kusch left for their missionary service in Mexico. She currently serves as a Sunday School teacher in her ward. Both President and Sister Kusch were...
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Armor of God by Elder Dale G. Renlund
An address given by Elder Dale G. Renlund, delivered on September 2, 2025, at the Little Theater in the Conference Center. God has given us spiritual armor to protect us, strengthen us, and help us overcome life’s challenges. In this talk, Elder Renlund explore four key pieces of the Armor of God...
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Devotionals given by a variety of speakers from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. New episodes arrive Tuesdays of each semester at noon.
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