Restored Gospel Daily
by Kenji Kahara
I read scriptures, ask thoughtful questions, share personal experiences, and explore the restored gospel of Jesus Christ and how its teachings can strengthen us in everyday life. I also share quotes from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and my personal testimony. New episodes are released four times each week. I look forward to sharing these messages with you.
Episodes
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Ezra 3, 6
King Zedekiah disobeyed King Nebuchadnezzar and was captured by his army. The temple was burned down, and the people were taken to Babylon. Years later, King Cyrus helped them return to rebuild the temple, filling their hearts with joy!
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Ezra 1
King Cyrus was inspired by the Lord to help rebuild the temple in Jerusalem. He issued a declaration, and the people responded. This story reminds us that God can inspire and use both Christians and non-Christians to accomplish His purposes and move His work forward.
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2 Chronicles 30
King Hezekiah invited both Judah and Israel to celebrate the Passover, bringing together a divided people in worship. Discover how turning hearts to God fostered unity, restored peace, and teaches us how we can become peacemakers today.
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2 Chronicles 26
King Uzziah began as a faithful ruler blessed by God, yet pride led to his downfall. What can we learn from his tragic story? Discover how the pride cycle appears throughout the scriptures—and how daily scripture study, personal revelation, and faithful discipleship help us stay close to God.
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2 Chronicles 20
King Jehoshaphat faced an overwhelming enemy, yet he chose faith over fear. Discover how he sought the Lord, trusted God's prophet, and witnessed a miraculous victory. When life's battles seem impossible, we too can rely on God and His prophets for guidance, peace, and strength.
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2 Chronicles 18
Micaiah faced intense pressure from King Ahab to deliver a favorable message, but he remained faithful and spoke only what the Lord revealed. Despite opposition, Micaiah declared the truth that Israel would be scattered like sheep without a shepherd. His example teaches us to stand for truth even...
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2 Kings 21–23
Josiah was a righteous king whose priest found the Book of the Law in the temple while they were restoring it. After Josiah read the book, he rent his clothes and led the people to repent. This episode discusses the importance of personal scripture study.
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2 Kings 18-19
The king of Assyria sent a messenger to the Israelites with threats and demands that they surrender to him. King Hezekiah did not succumb to these threats but instead trusted God for His protection. He entered the temple and sought God's guidance and deliverance.
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2 Kings 6
God revealed the enemy's plans through the prophet Elisha to protect Israel. Though surrounded by a powerful army, God's people found courage in Elisha's assurance: "They that be with us are more than they that be with them." Discover how this message strengthens our faith today.
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2 Kings 2-5, 13
In this episode, we explore healing miracles through Elisha, where every miracle shows that power comes from the Lord, not man. We also compare these accounts with Jesus Christ and Book of Mormon healings, highlighting that all healing—physical and spiritual—comes from Him in His perfect timing.
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2 Kings 2
Elijah was taken up into heaven, and Elisha took up the mantle left behind by his mentor. Standing at the Jordan, he cried, “Where is the Lord God of Elijah?” As the people witnessed the same spirit resting upon Elisha, they recognized that he had received the prophetic calling from the Lord.
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1 Kings 19
After fleeing into the wilderness in fear and discouragement, the prophet Elijah sought refuge in the Lord. Strengthened by an angel both physically and spiritually, he continued his journey and eventually learned that God’s voice was not found in dramatic signs, but in a still small voice.
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1 Kings 17&19
What is sacrifice? Does the Lord still ask us to give something of ourselves today? In this episode, we explore two stories from First Kings: the poor widow of Zarephath, who gave her last meal to sustain the prophet Elijah, and Elisha, who left behind his livelihood to follow God’s calling....
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1 Kings 12
After Solomon’s death, Rehoboam faced a choice: lead through service or through power. In this episode, we study 1 Kings 12 and learn how Christlike leadership is built on humility, listening, gentleness, and serving others. Through Rehoboam’s example, we reflect on how we treat family, friends,...
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1 Kings 8 & 11
After accomplishing many great things, such as completing the temple of God, Solomon’s heart gradually drifted away from God. We will examine how this happened and how we can apply it to our own lives.
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1 Kings 3-4
After becoming king, Solomon asked the Lord for an understanding heart rather than riches or power—and the Lord blessed him with extraordinary wisdom. What can we learn from Solomon’s example? Do we also need to seek spiritual gifts in order to participate in building God’s kingdom today?
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2 Samuel 11-12
This episode explores the well-known story of David and Bathsheba in 2 Samuel 11–12. By revisiting this account, we reflect on the lessons found in scripture about resisting temptation, preserving sexual purity, and standing before God with confidence and without condemnation in our hearts.
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1 Samuel 18-20
Let’s go back a few chapters and take a closer look at the friendship of David and Jonathan. What made their friendship different from the way friendship is often defined today? In this episode, we explore loyalty, sacrifice, covenant friendship, and what it means to become the kind of friend God...
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2 Samuel 5-7
We will learn patterns of seeking and receiving revelation, and how we should respond to it. It also contains one of the greatest blessings the Lord gave to the ancestral line of David.
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1 Samuel 24-26
Before God made David king, He refined him in the furnace of affliction. In this episode, we explore why David spent years fleeing from Saul, how those prolonged trials shaped his character, and what they teach us about patience, self-restraint, and trusting God's timing.
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1 Samuel 18
How did Saul's jealousy toward David affect him spiritually? Let's take a closer look at what can happen when jealousy is left unchecked and how we can guard against it in our own lives.
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1 Samuel 17
David's faith in the Lord enabled him to defeat Goliath the Philistine. Saul was so impressed by David's extraordinary faith and achievement that he inquired about his identity.
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1 Samuel 16
God sees differently than we do—He looks on the heart while people focus on outward appearance. In this episode, we explore what Scripture teaches about true cleanliness and worthiness, and how inward devotion shapes our discipleship as covenant people of God.
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1 Samuel 13 & 15
We will study Saul’s disobedience and unwillingness to keep the commandments of God and their consequences. What is the price of disobedience and the reward of obedience?
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1 Samuel 9 & 10
We will take a look at the process of Saul being called as a leader of Israel. The Lord enables those he calls to fulfill His purposes.
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1 Samuel 8
The Israelites chose to have a king over them instead of allowing God to continue to appoint a prophet or judge to lead them.
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1 Samuel 3
We will read and discuss the process by which Samuel was chosen and called as a prophet of God. I share my testimony that we have a prophet today.
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1 Samuel 1
We explore Hannah, the mother of Samuel, the judge and prophet of Israel, her struggles, and her example of heartfelt prayer.
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Ruth 1
What can we learn from the relationship between Ruth and Naomi? As we look more deeply into their relationship, we will explore what their actions and mindset represent in our faith in God.
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Judges 13-16
What does Samson’s life teach us? It teaches us to live our lives more righteously and carefully. We will examine Samson’s life to identify how he could have acted in a way that would have brought less destruction to both himself and others.
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Judges 6-8
In this episode, we will look at how the Lord calls prophets to guide and lead His people. Gideon was not perfect nor faithful from the beginning, yet he rose to become a mighty prophet who led the Israelites to victory over the Midianites.
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Judges 2-3
In this episode, we study Book of Judges chapters 2 and 3 and discuss the repeated cycle of rebellion, trials, repentance, forgiveness, and renewed blessings. As we learn to recognize these patterns in our own lives and apply the principles taught in the scriptures, we can draw closer to God and...
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Joshua 23
In today’s episode, we study Joshua chapter 23 and the events that took place near the end of Joshua’s life. Joshua reminds the children of Israel of the protection and blessings the Lord had given them, along with the commandments He asked them to keep. His exhortation was so powerful that the...
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Joshua 6
In today’s episode, we study Joshua chapter 6 and the obedience demonstrated by the children of Israel as they followed the Lord’s instructions to Joshua. We reflect on how obedience, unity, and faith in Jesus Christ can guide us safely through life and bring spiritual blessings into our daily...
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Joshua 1-3
This episode focuses on Joshua 1–3 and the themes of courage, obedience, leadership, and trust in the Lord. God commands Joshua to be strong and courageous and promises, “I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.” We also reflect on faith during trials through the hymn How Firm a Foundation and...
About this show
I read scriptures, ask thoughtful questions, share personal experiences, and explore the restored gospel of Jesus Christ and how its teachings can strengthen us in everyday life. I also share quotes from leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and my personal testimony. New episodes are released four times each week. I look forward to sharing these messages with you.
Hosted by
Kenji Kahara
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