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What matters most in shaping who our children become?In this episode, Amy Beck talks with author and parenting mentor Brooke Romney about helping teens build identity, confidence, and testimony in a digital world.They discuss:• Why identity is more powerful than behavior• Teaching youth to use their voice• Praising what can’t be taken away• Trusting the Spirit as parents• And how covenant joy grows inside familiesIf you’re raising teenagers — or love one — this conversation will strengthen your perspective and bring peace to your parenting.

In this solo episode, Amy reflects on a series of small but meaningful moments that reminded her how aware God is of His children.A hymn unexpectedly came to mind.A gifted study Bible opened a new insight.A passage in Isaiah revealed the depth of God’s covenant love.Amy explores the Hebrew word hesed, often translated as lovingkindness, and how it describes the covenant relationship God invites us to have with Him.When we begin to notice the quiet ways God is working in our lives, we discover something beautiful: His love is everywhere.His eye is on the sparrow—and He watches over you.

What happens when covenant dreams don’t unfold the way you expected?In this episode, Rah Freestone shares her journey through grief, divorce, temple covenants, and long seasons of waiting—and how she found peace not by forcing God’s plan, but by learning to slow down, listen, and trust His timing.Rah introduces the idea of strategic journaling: a purposeful, spiritually grounded approach to processing pain, hearing God more clearly, and moving forward with peace instead of spiraling. Her story is a powerful reminder that patience, preparation, and God’s promises often work together in ways we only understand in hindsight.This conversation speaks directly to those who are learning to stay anchored to their covenants—even when the path feels unclear.Rah writes on Substack at Write to Peace, where she explores peace made practical through intentional journaling and faith-centered reflection.Link available in the show notes.🔗 Find Rah Freestone

This episode didn’t come together the way I planned—and maybe that’s exactly why it needed to exist.For Season 2, I committed to slowing down: alternating guest interviews with solo reflections inspired by Come, Follow Me. But when it came time to write this episode, I hit a wall. Over and over again. What came instead wasn’t an outline—but a prompting to stop scripting and start walking.Recorded from my car, this episode is a candid reflection on faith when it feels messy, scripture study when it feels disorienting, and discipleship when it’s less about performance and more about presence.I reflect on the youth theme “Walk With Me,” its connection to Come, Follow Me, and what it really means when the Lord says “prove me herewith”—not as a demand to earn worthiness, but as an invitation to become who we already are.We explore:Why Christ invites us to walk with Him, not just obey HimWhat “proving” looks like in scripture, bread-making, and mathEnoch’s vision alongside Moses’s and Abraham’sThe difference between spiritual nourishment and “empty calories”Whether we are actively pursuing Christ—or simply staying spiritually safeThis episode is imperfect, unscripted, and deeply sincere. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your faith—or wondered if honesty counts as devotion—this walk is for you.🔗 Referenced Resources in This Episode“Walk With Me” — Youth Theme Video (2026)Produced by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsPresident Russell M. Nelson — “The Book of Mormon: What Would Your Life Be Like Without It?”October 2017 General Conference

In this Season 2 conversation of New & Everlasting, Amy Beck is joined by Jerald Simon to explore what it really means to get back up—after failure, fear, and life-altering setbacks.Jerald is a composer, author, poet, and lifelong musician whose work centers on peace, positivity, and healing through faith. Together, Amy and Jerald discuss opposition, resilience, covenant identity, and how joy is often forged in the very experiences we wish we could avoid.This episode reflects on the reality that covenant faith doesn’t eliminate hardship—but it does transform it. Through Christ, even our weakest moments can become places of growth, compassion, and deeper joy.Intro music: “Cloud Nine” by Jerald Simon, used with permission.🔗 Connect with Jerald Simon:Website: https://musicmotivation.comYouTube: https://youtube.com/JeraldSimonPodcast: Music, Motivation, and More: The Positivity PodcastMusic & books available on Spotify, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and other major platformsIf this conversation resonated with you, consider sharing it with someone who may need the reminder that getting back up is always possible through covenant faith.

Welcome to Season 2 of New & Everlasting: Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living.In this season opener, Amy Beck shares how this year will unfold a little differently—and why. As the Church begins a year of Old Testament study through Come, Follow Me, this season will weave personal reflection, scripture study, and guest conversations into a shared covenant journey.This episode introduces the three themes that will anchor Season 2: promises, patience, and preparedness—patterns that appear again and again in covenant living and throughout the Old Testament. Amy reflects on how covenants are not a checklist or a destination, but a relationship—one we walk with Christ over time.If you’ve ever felt like covenant joy was something you were striving toward rather than living inside of, this season is an invitation to slow down, notice God’s hand, and trust the long work He is doing in you.✨ New episodes throughout the season will alternate between Come, Follow Me reflections and guest conversations.

In this final episode of Season One of New & Everlasting: Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living, host Amy Beck is joined by Sharla Goettl, author of Covenant Power and Spiritual Resilience.Together, they explore how temple covenants replace fear with spiritual confidence and why covenant power is essential for building spiritual resilience over time. Sharla shares insights on the laws taught in the temple, including obedience, sacrifice, the gospel, chastity, and consecration, and how these divine covenants help us become more capable, purposeful, and confident disciples of Jesus Christ.This conversation also includes a powerful discussion on enmity and the role of the Savior in standing between us and the adversary, creating space for growth, repentance, and learning. Sharla reframes pride, fear, and agency through a covenant lens and offers a hopeful perspective on how God patiently teaches us according to our individual needs.This episode closes out Season One by reflecting on covenant joy as a process of becoming—learning to trust the Savior and rely on His power in everyday life.Find Covenant Power on:AmazonCedar Fort

This is a brief, personal Christmas witness.In December 2007, during a season that held both joy and unexpected loss, I experienced a clear and immediate awareness of God’s involvement in our lives. I share this story as a testimony of His love, His perfect timing, and His intimate knowledge of our needs.My prayer is that wherever this Christmas season finds you, you’ll feel the nearness of the Savior and know that He is aware of you.Music:“O Holy Night – Gentle Christmas Piano Melodie” by Clavier-Music, via Pixabay (royalty-free)

In this episode of New and Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living, Amy Beck sits down with Tiffany Thomas—author, blogger, homeschooling mom, and creator of Saving Talents—to talk about living faithfully with Crohn’s disease, chronic pain, and the daily uncertainty that comes with long-term illness.Tiffany shares what it’s like to grieve the life you expected, to learn grace on days when your body won’t cooperate, and to choose peace rooted in covenants rather than circumstances. She reflects on hospital rooms, creative work done in the margins of life, and the quiet but powerful question at the heart of this episode: Do we really believe our covenants are real—and that God is bound by them?This is a thoughtful, faith-filled conversation about discipleship, chronic illness, creativity, and the steady peace that comes from walking the covenant path.Resources & LinksCome, Follow Me devotionals & family resources: https://savingtalents.com/Lamb Books & Pride and Prejudice variations: https://authortiffanythomas.com/Tiffany’s personal essay on living with Crohn’s disease:https://authortiffanythomas.com/my-journey-with-crohns-part-1-how-it-all-began/Follow Tiffany on Instagram: @savingtalents | @authortiffanythomas

This week brought a historic announcement from the Church: young women can now serve full-time missions beginning at age 18. My daughters were the first to break the news to me, and the ripple of that moment stayed with me all day.But the Lord didn’t stop there.In this episode, I share how that announcement connected beautifully with something He’s been teaching me through my Friday-night temple service. For years I’ve longed to be a temple worker, but my season of life didn’t allow for a traditional shift. A simple Sunday School clipboard changed everything—and opened the door to a new kind of temple service that fits exactly where I am.As I cleaned the temple this week, conversations with temple staff and a recent discussion with my bishop wove together into a clear theme:the Lord is making room for His daughters, His servants, and anyone with a willing heart.We’ll talk about:• The new mission age announcement and what it means for young women• Why temple service—including cleaning—is a powerful way to answer President Nelson’s call to “be in the temple”• How the Lord prepares individual paths of discipleship in every season• Why focusing our youth on temple covenants aligns with the hastening of the work• How God honors small, quiet offerings—even a widow’s mite on a Friday nightThe Lord is accelerating His work in bold, global ways and also in very personal ways. Sometimes that looks like an eighteen-year-old young woman preparing for a mission. Sometimes it looks like showing up with a mop and a willing heart.Referenced Media:Includes an excerpt from the Church’s official announcement video released on November 2025.(Video courtesy of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, used reverently and noncommercially.)If this episode resonates, I’d love to hear how the Lord is making room in your life to serve Him in your season.

Unexpected miracles. Quiet faith. Covenant joy.In this episode, Amy Beck catches up with Paul Pulsipher as he shares the remarkable and completely unexpected journey that took him from Utah to Nashville through promptings, miracles, and a whole lot of trust in the Lord.Paul opens up about the anonymous blessing that made their cross-country move possible, the last-minute answers that carried them through moments of uncertainty, and the peace he and his wife have found as temple workers in Tennessee.He also talks about the inspiration behind his newest Christmas song, rooted in Elder Jeffrey R. Holland’s recent general conference message, and how the Lord works through unconventional and deeply personal means to bring healing and direction.This conversation is a powerful reminder that when we act in faith, the Savior meets us with guidance, opportunities, and covenant joy in the most unexpected ways.Episode Highlights:– Promptings that led Paul and his wife to Nashville– Miracles and last-minute answers during their move– Growth and peace through temple service– Creative inspiration behind Paul’s new Christmas song– How God works in unexpected ways to bless His childrenConnect with Paul:pulsipherproductions.comPaul's Spotify ChannelPaul's YouTube ChannelConnect with Amy:@newandeverlastingpodcastIf this episode strengthened your faith, follow the show and share it with someone who could use a reminder that God is in the details.

Author Deb L. Brown shares how God transformed her path from business failure to faith-filled fiction—writing stories that explore marriage, perseverance, and covenant joy in real life.In this heartfelt conversation, Deb and host Amy Beck discuss what it means to “think celestial,” how to find peace after disappointment, and why covenant relationships—both with God and with others—are the foundation of lasting joy.Together, they talk about:• Turning failure into faith-filled redirection• Finding courage to start something new in midlife• Writing about real marriage beyond “happily ever after”• Healing family relationships through forgiveness and grace• Discovering covenant joy when life doesn’t look like you expected✨ Guest: Deb L. Brown – Author Website | Instagram @deblbrownauthor📘 To Have and To Hold (Dearly Beloved Book 1) — available now🎙️ New & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday LivingHosted by Amy Beck | Follow on Instagram

In this moving episode of New & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living, host Amy Beck sits down with Ginger Fairbanks and Tim McMurray, the gifted musicians behind Saints Road—a piano-and-violin duo whose sacred arrangements capture both the ache and the hope of discipleship.🎶 Together, they share how friendship, faith, and inspiration turned two ward musicians into a source of light for thousands. From Reverently and Meekly Now to There Is a Green Hill Far Away, I Need Thee Every Hour, Angels We Have Heard on High, and Redeemer of Israel, their music invites us to feel Christ’s love more personally and powerfully.✨ In this episode:The divine beginnings of Saints Road’s collaborationTurning hymns into true duets—piano and violin in conversationPortraying both pain and peace through musicFinding covenant joy through trust, creativity, and discipleshipThe story behind their Christmas album and what’s coming next🎬 Watch the video version:In the video podcast, sacred imagery accompanies each musical selection, deepening the emotion and meaning behind Saints Road’s sound.The Silent Night video is an official Saints Road production; all other music videos and visual compositions were created by Amy Beck.🎻 Connect with Saints RoadInstagram: @saints_roadFacebook: @SaintsRoad💿 Christmas by Saints Road and Hymns by Saints Road albums are available on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, Amazon Music, and all major streaming platforms.🎼 Sheet music can be found at DayMurrayMusic.com and SheetMusicPlus.com.Video segments from The Life of Jesus Christ Bible Videos © The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Used reverently and for non-commercial, faith-promoting purposes. Watch the full videos at churchofjesuschrist.org/bible-videos.Music by Saints Road – Hymns (2020) and Christmas by Saints Road (2024). Used with permission.Podcast © 2025 New & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living.🎧 Listen & subscribe on Spotify, YouTube, or Apple Podcasts🌿 Follow @newandeverlastingpodcast for daily reels and inspiration💬 Share your favorite moment with #covenantjoy and tag @newandeverlastingpodcast!

Episode: Two Missions, One Savior — Finding Covenant Joy in Brazil 🇧🇷 and South Korea 🇰🇷Guests: Amelia Sommercorn (Curitiba, Brazil Mission) & Taylor Colman (Seoul South, Korea Mission)Summary:Two returned missionaries share powerful lessons from their service in Brazil and Korea—and how faith in Jesus Christ helped them find covenant joy that continues long after the nametag comes off. Host Amy Beck talks with them about humility, language miracles, overcoming perfectionism, and learning to depend completely on the Savior.Highlights: Learning humility and trust through the gift of tongues Overcoming perfectionism and finding strength in weakness Teaching covenants in different cultures Discovering that covenant joy doesn’t end with the missionChapters: 00:00 Cold Open 00:21 Intro 02:13 Deciding to Serve 06:26 Language Miracles & Humility 18:08 Teaching Covenants Abroad 36:51 Covenant Joy Beyond the MissionScriptures: Ether 12:27 • Helaman 5:12 • Mosiah 18:9Connect:🌿 Website • 🎥 YouTube • 📸 Instagram • 🎞️ TikTokNew & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living.

Dr. Mark T. Saunders joins Amy Beck to explore what it truly means to feast upon the words of Christ. Together they discuss how trusting in the Lord and learning through the Holy Ghost can deepen our relationship with the Savior.Through his book Learning to Trust in the Lord: Who Is Still a God of Miracles, Dr. Saunders invites listeners to find joy in revelation, confidence in God’s timing, and peace in the process of spiritual growth.✨ Subscribe to New & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living for weekly faith-centered conversations that inspire covenant connection and discipleship.

In Part 2 of my interview with Dr. Trina Boice, we continue exploring six Hebrew words that reveal the depth of covenant joy.This episode focuses on Korban (to draw near), Hasidut (devotion), and Shema (to hear and obey)—three sacred patterns that help us come closer to God and live as His covenant people.We also discuss how temple symbolism, joy, and daily devotion intertwine across the scriptures and our modern lives.💛 Dr. Boice’s new book releases this November—details in the show notes.🎟️ Don’t miss The Divine Worth Summit, October 20–24!🕊️ Keep finding covenant joy in everyday living.

In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, Amy Beck is joined by Dr. Trina Boice to explore the Hebrew language of covenant faith.Together they unpack three transformative words from the Old Testament:Hineni (הִנֵּנִי) — “Here I am. I am ready.”Hesed (חֶסֶד) — Covenant love, mercy, loyal kindness.Kadosh (קָדוֹשׁ) — Holy, sacred, set apart.And a special bonus word!These words reveal how deeply the Lord’s covenants are rooted in love, holiness, and divine readiness.🎧 Tune in next week for Part 2, featuring three more Hebrew words that bring even greater insight into God’s eternal character.

This is my recap of the Sunday Afternoon Session of the October 2025 General Conference.Highlights include:Elder Bednar on the “pleasing bar of judgment” and agencyElder Holland’s son, Matthew, on Jonah and mercy in the fallElder Godoy on gratitude and discipleship without complaintsElder Renlund on aligning with Christ (RMN ethos)President Oaks on family, sealing power, and eternal destiny🎙️ New & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living

This is my recap of the Sunday Morning Session of the October 2025 General Conference. Don't forget to check out my Saturday Morning, Afternoon, and Evening Session recaps!Sunday morning messages include:Elder Jeffrey R. Holland on evidences of truth and the Book of MormonElder James E. Evanson on service and discipleshipElder Ulisses Soares on temperance as spiritual reinforcementElder Peter M. Johnson on ministering to the unseenElder D. Todd Christofferson on turning to Christ and livingAndrea Muñoz Spannaus on a testimony of prophets and seersPresident Henry B. Eyring on being proved through trials🎙️ New & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living

In this episode, Amy Beck recaps the Saturday Evening Session of the October 2025 General Conference, sharing highlights about new beginnings, charity, obedience, and healing through Jesus Christ.Elder Patrick Kearon — Christ offers endless new beginnings through His Atonement.Sister Tamara W. Dennis — The second great commandment: love and cheer one another on.Steven C. Barlow — The beauty of affectionate obedience and gratitude to God.Elder William K. Jackson — Ministering is about people, not programs.Elder Neil L. Andersen — The Savior heals both the sinner and the sinned against.Amy reflects on how these teachings invite us to cast out self-defeating voices, offer love without judgment, and trust that Christ’s grace renews us endlessly.🎧 Listen next: Saturday Afternoon Recap — October 2025Saturday Morning Recap — October 2025

In this episode of New & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living, Amy Beck recaps the Saturday Afternoon Session of the October 2025 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.From testimony and sacrifice to belonging and growth, each talk carried a witness of covenant joy and divine connection:Elder Ronald A. Rasband — Reflections on the 30th anniversary of The Family: A Proclamation to the World and how its revealed principles still guide families in every circumstance.Chad H. Webb — The Holy Ghost as the perfect tutor in lifelong discipleship.Elder Jeremy R. Jaggi — The power of altars and personal sacrifice as symbols of our willingness to draw near to God.Elder Kevin G. Brown — A bold testimony of the Holy Ghost’s witness and the eternal nature of personal testimony.Elder Gerrit W. Gong — Covenant belonging and Christlike inclusion in a worldwide church family.Elder Michael Cziesla — The small and simple things that sustain faith through generations.Elder Quentin L. Cook — The joy of nurturing new and returning members as we all walk the covenant path.Amy also shares her own reflections on these powerful messages and invites listeners to record or write down their personal impressions while the Spirit is fresh.

This impromptu recording captures my immediate reflections after the Saturday Morning Session of the October 2025 General Conference.From heartfelt tributes to President Nelson to themes of peacemaking, music, reconciliation, divine identity, and spiritual gifts — this recap explores the powerful teachings shared in the opening session.🎙️ New & Everlasting: The Podcast Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living

Covenant joy isn’t about a straight path—it’s about trusting God in the mess. In this episode, Amy Beck talks with her sister Cathy about navigating anxiety, depression, and parenting struggles, and how faith and grace bring covenant peace.Resources mentioned in this episode:Hope4Utah – hope4utah.comNational Alliance on Mental Illness, NAMI – nami.orgAmerican Foundation for Suicide Prevention, AFSP – afsp.org988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, call or text 988 – 988lifeline.orgMindset by Carol Dweck – Goodreads🌟 Don’t forget the Divine Worth Summit — your invitation to deepen identity, hope, and faith. Get your free ticket here!

In this week’s episode of New & Everlasting, author Janine Simons shares insights from her brand-new book Embracing God’s Timing: The Best is Yet to Come. She opens her heart about what it really looks like to trust God when life doesn’t go as planned. From the word “nevertheless” in Nephi’s story to moments when the veil felt near, Janine shows how covenants, patience, and loyal faith bring covenant joy.If you’ve ever struggled with questions, discouragement, or waiting on the Lord’s timing, this conversation will remind you that faith is trust — and that the Savior’s love is constant.✨ Learn more about Janine and her new release:✨ Don’t miss the Divine Worth Summit this October!Free RegistrationVIP Pass

In this episode of the LDS podcast New & Everlasting: Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living, host Amy Beck sits down with songwriter and music teacher Sara Cenatiempo. Sara shares how music and faith helped her through miscarriage, divorce, and her daughter’s open-heart surgery. You’ll also hear samples of Sara’s original songs, including “I Can Be That Light” and “Forever Yours.”This Christian podcast conversation highlights the power of music, faith, and covenant joy in everyday living.💡 Episode highlights:Why music became her “best friend” through lossStories behind I Can Be That Light, Forever Yours, and AriaOvercoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome as a creative discipleHow covenant trust brings joy, even in wilderness seasons🎶 Find more from Sara Cenatiempo:I Can Be That Light 🎶 Find more from Sara Cenatiempo:• I Can Be That Light • Forever Yours • Aria • Sara’s YouTube channel• Sara on Spotify🌸 Learn more about the Divine Worth Summit (October 2025) If this episode lifted you, please follow, rate, and share. Your support helps more listeners discover covenant joy.

Ammon’s defense of King Lamoni’s flocks is more than an epic Book of Mormon story—it’s a parable of Jesus Christ. In this solo episode, Amy Beck explores:Ammon as a type of Christ who rushes to defend His flockThe true meaning of “succor” — to run to help, not just comfortThe role of Christ as our Kinsman Redeemer and covenant coveringHow the Savior is both Comforter and Avenger, warrior and protectorThis is the essence of Covenant Joy: knowing that we have a Savior who died for us, covenanted before the world began to redeem us, and still rushes to our aid in our moments of weakness.✨ Don’t forget to join the Divine Worth Summit (October 20–24, free online). Visit karenpapin.com to join the waitlist.🙏 Follow, share, and leave a review so others can discover messages of Covenant Joy.

How do we find covenant joy when life feels uncertain? Author and teacher Tanya Harris Roundy shares her journey of faith, family, writing, and resilience.Tanya is a wife, mother of six, grandmother of ten, and director of over 100 plays and musicals. Her debut novel Certainty: Walking Through Fire was 20 years in the making, born from personal trials, loss, and miracles of faith.In this episode:Discover how Tanya’s writing process was guided by the Spirit.Learn what it means to grieve honestly while holding onto hope.Hear about the challenges and blessings of parenting adult children.Find out how Tanya defines covenant joy in everyday living.📖 Find Tanya’s book → tanyaharrisroundy.com✨ More Covenant Joy stories → New and Everlasting on YouTube

Brittney Barney—mother of seven, music teacher, and author of Becoming a Mighty Pray-er—shares how prayer can be more than words. In this episode, Brittney and Amy talk about praying with our senses, embracing emotion instead of repressing it, and discovering peace in the middle of life’s chaos. From nonviolent communication to the Pulse Prayer, Brittney testifies of how connecting with God through honest, embodied prayer brings covenant joy that can’t be found anywhere else.📖 Brittney’s book, Becoming a Mighty Pray-er: Encountering the Lord with All Your Senses, is available on Amazon and through Cedar Fort.📩 To connect with Brittney: [email protected]✨ Follow the podcast for more conversations about covenant joy in everyday living.

Author and artist Jayne Ann Osborne opens her heart about suffering, faith, and finding joy through Christ. From surviving extreme pregnancies with hyperemesis gravidarum to illustrating her first children’s book while hooked to an IV, Jayne Ann’s story is one of resilience, miracles, and covenant joy.She shares:How a publishing miracle launched her company, Merry Robin PublishingWhat it means to find worth as a mother when you can’t “do” anythingA sacred moment of feeling Christ with her in GethsemaneWhy joy is more than happiness—it’s depth, light, and substanceThe importance of building faith before the floods and fires comeJayne Ann testifies that if it matters to us, it matters to God—and that He surprises us with light, joy, and strength in ways we could never imagine.

Marie Evensen’s story begins with an ultimatum to God: “If You’re real, show me.”That bold plea sparked a life-changing journey of faith, purpose, and covenant joy.In this heartfelt conversation, Marie shares how living the gospel and embracing her covenants helped her:See joy as a skill anyone can practiceWalk through life yoked to ChristDiscover her unique “side quest” in God’s planRecognize the Savior’s power to deliverFind purpose in telling her storyWhether you’re feeling strong in your faith or struggling to hold on, this episode is a reminder that God meets us right where we are — and leads us to joy.🎧 New & Everlasting: Finding Covenant Joy in Everyday Living is available wherever you listen to podcasts.

What does it mean to trust God with your child’s spiritual journey?Melinda and Cory share the heartache and hope of parenting through a child’s faith transition—and how their personal healing and spiritual growth shaped their response. This episode is filled with love, honesty, and the kind of covenant joy that only comes through consecrated effort and grace.🎙 Topics we explore:Navigating faith shifts as a familyEMDR therapy and personal healingAgency, stewardship, and trusting God’s planCultural changes in how we love and support othersThe constancy of divine love—even in uncertaintyIf you’ve ever felt the tension of hope and heartbreak, this conversation will speak to your soul.🎧 Subscribe and share with someone who needs covenant joy today.

When Emily Hammer was lying on the floor during a traumatic pregnancy, she wondered, “What would it be like if I was gone?” That moment marked the beginning of a long mental health journey—one filled with anxiety, postpartum PTSD, scrupulosity OCD, and ultimately, healing through faith, therapy, and the Savior’s love.In this vulnerable and powerful conversation, Emily opens up about:Growing up in Japan and SingaporeHow scrupulosity OCD distorted her understanding of worthiness and graceBirth trauma, postpartum anxiety, and her mental health crash in 2023Learning to see joy in small things—like toy cars and bumblebeesFinding covenant joy in Christ, even when healing is slow and messyWhether you’ve experienced mental health struggles yourself or are trying to support someone who has, this episode is a testimony that you are not alone. There is hope. There is healing. And there is joy—even here.

Jason and Brooke Harwood didn’t plan for divorce, blending families, or NICU stays—but they’ve lived every one of those chapters and more. In this vulnerable and faith-filled conversation, they share how covenant keeping gave them strength to move forward, trust again, and find lasting joy together.From temple marriage to heartbreak and back again, this is a real-life testimony that God’s plan—even Plan Z—can still lead to Zion.🎙️ Topics include:Finding love again after divorceTeaching children the power of covenantsBlended families and second marriagesHow to forgive when life doesn’t go as plannedThe tender mercies behind timing, trials, and trust🕊️ As Brooke says: “Obviously it was God's plan and how grateful I am for realizing how strong a person I am and what I have been through and how I have Jason now.”

What do we do when life doesn't go the way we hoped? In this heartfelt conversation, Amy sits down with her daughter Alayna and her daughter’s roommate Brynn to discuss Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf’s BYU devotional “Joyfully Receive the Unexpected Messiah.”Together they reflect on why joy doesn’t require perfect circumstances, how covenant relationships deepen trust in Christ, and why God’s “unexpected” answers are often exactly what we need.From college challenges and broken relationships to tender moments of perspective in the temple, this episode explores what it means to co-author your life with the Savior—even when the path is unfamiliar.“He is your strength. He is your salvation. He is your joy.” —Elder UchtdorfBYU Speeches - Dieter F. Uchtdorf, "Joyfully Receive the Unexpected Messiah"

From Sumo Wrestling to Covenant Joy: Fay Klingler’s StoryAuthor and speaker Fay Klingler shares her remarkable journey from loss to light. After a heart-wrenching divorce, she leaned on her daughter, found strength she didn’t know she had, and witnessed miracles that affirmed her faith.Fay testifies of the power of personal revelation, the joy of temple covenants, and the quiet choreography of a loving Heavenly Father guiding her path.💡 Stay tuned to the end for a fun bonus clip—Fay in a sumo suit wrestling her granddaughter. You’ll love it!Visit www.klingerauthor.com

Discover the redemption arcs of Gideon, the brave captain, and Zeezrom, the lawyer who became a disciple. These unsung heroes of the Book of Mormon remind us that no one is beyond the reach of covenant joy.In this special solo episode, Amy shares personal study and reflections on two of the Book of Mormon’s most inspiring but often overlooked figures: Gideon and Zeezrom.You’ll hear the story of Gideon—the courageous captain who helped deliver his people from bondage—and Zeezrom—the skilled lawyer who went from fierce accuser to humble convert.Amy explores how their experiences testify that redemption is always possible, no matter our past. Along the way, she invites you to imagine what these transformations may have felt like and reflect on how covenant joy can change any heart.✨ If you enjoy this podcast, please follow, leave a review, or share it with someone who needs a little inspiration today.Follow the show on:Instagram: @newandeverlastingFacebook: @newandeverlastingNew and Everlasting Facebook GroupYouTube: @newandeverlastingTikTok: @newandeverlastingEmail: [email protected]

Kristen Beck shares how trusting God’s plan brings peace, even when life doesn’t go as expected. In this heartfelt conversation, she talks about learning the theme “I Am His” at girls camp, finding strength in prayer, and discovering that worthiness is not the same as flawlessness.We also discuss Elder Brad Wilcox’s message, “Worthiness Is Not Flawlessness,” and how grace isn’t just the light at the end of the tunnel—it’s the light that moves us through it. Together, we explore how God’s hand is outstretched still—no matter how imperfect our efforts may feel.If you’ve ever wondered whether God is aware of you and your dreams, this conversation is for you.✨ Scripture Mentioned:2 Nephi 19:12 (“His hand is stretched out still”)✨ Conference Reference:Brad Wilcox, “Worthiness Is Not Flawlessness,” October 2021 General Conference✨ Book Reference:Max Lucado, You Are Special🎧 Listen to more episodes at:https://www.youtube.com/@NewandEverlasting💛 Share your thoughts or testimony with us!

When life feels chaotic or you're struggling to feel "good enough," what anchors you? In this inspiring episode, Sarah Stephenson shares her journey from a strict, shifting religious upbringing to finding peace and purpose through the gospel of Jesus Christ. As a convert, caregiver, and mother, Sarah offers a refreshing take on grace, self-worth, and the transforming power of the Atonement—even when we feel broken or unsure.Whether you're questioning your worth, working through family challenges, or simply craving spiritual encouragement, this conversation is a gentle reminder: you are seen, loved, and never alone on the covenant path.🎧 Topics we cover:• Grace vs. works in real life• Overcoming self-doubt and criticism• Mental illness, family, and forgiveness• What it means to find "covenant joy"🙏 "If you can have peace through all those things, then your experience is transformed into something beautiful." – Sarah Stephenson

In this uplifting episode of New and Everlasting, I sit down with author, editor, and teacher Tristi Pinkston — also known to Western romance fans as Amelia C. Adams. With over 170 published titles, Tristi shares her journey from LDS historical fiction to sweet romance, how she navigated dual audiences under a pen name, and the quiet yet powerful way faith influences all her work.We talk about:The hidden light in every story — and every soulFinding creative balance as a mother, homeschooler, and full-time writerHer unforgettable dream that launched a careerHow ancestral stories and journals shaped her novel Season of SacrificeThe divine spark in writing and why your voice is worth sharingWhether you're a writer, a reader, or someone seeking joy along the covenant path, this episode will inspire you to create, connect, and believe that your story matters.🔗 Connect with Tristi at www.tristipinkston.comtristipinkstonediting.comfacebook.com/tristi.pinkston📬 Share your own covenant joy at [email protected]#newandeverlastingpodcast #covenantjoy #writing #editing #divineworth #podcast

Karen Papin is a life coach and host of The Divine Worth Podcast. We had a great discussion about comfort zones, confidence, and leaning not unto our own understanding.Ways to contact Karen:Instagram: @karenpapinWebsite: karenpapin.com#newandeverlastingpodcast #covenantjoy #hopeofisrael #divineworth #godslove #coaching #proverbs356 #ldspodcast #lds #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints

Madelynn Hansen joins me this week with inspiring stories about how her "normal" mission call was turned on its head when she arrived in Detroit!#newandeverlastingpodcast #covenantjoy #hopeofisrael #churchofjesuschristoflatterdaysaints #arabic #detroit #lds #mission

What does confidence have to do with covenants—and how does the temple help us discover our truest selves?In this deeply personal and spiritually rich conversation, Carol Ashcraft—BYU-Idaho math educator and temple worker—shares her journey of discovering covenant confidence. From a denied thesis proposal on confidence to powerful impressions at the temple, Carol reflects on how the Savior gently leads us toward becoming who we truly are.We discuss:• Why confidence is more than self-assurance—it’s spiritual trust• How the temple magnifies our time and recalibrates our lives• Overcoming fear or anxiety about temple worship• Why approaching God now matters• How every act of faith—especially the small ones—makes room for miraclesThis episode is for anyone who’s ever felt unsure, unqualified, or unseen. Covenant confidence reminds us that the Lord doesn’t just accept our loaves and fishes—He multiplies them.Show Notes/References:Elder Ulisses Soares, "Covenant Confidence through Jesus Christ"Dallis Jenkins, "Fives Loaves and Two Fishes"Elder David A. Bednar, "Patterns of Like: Spirit of Revelation"

When chronic illness left Heather Lyn Davis bedridden and hopeless, she considered ending her treatment—and preparing for the end of her life. But a surprising discovery led her down an unexpected path: living the virtues of 1 Corinthians 13.In this heartfelt and deeply personal conversation, Heather shares how practicing charity—patience, kindness, gratitude, and more—not only changed her heart, but physically changed her body. As her inflammation markers dropped and her soul healed, she learned to see herself as God sees her: known, loved, and worthy.We talk about:– Her powerful shift from harsh self-talk to self-compassion– Why patience (her least favorite virtue) became her favorite– How "cleaning one room" became a metaphor for healing– The true meaning of seeing through a glass darkly– What it means to live and embrace covenant joyHeather’s story is raw, redemptive, and filled with hope. You’ll leave this episode feeling inspired to treat yourself—and others—with more love.Heather’s definition of covenant joy:"The deep, sustaining peace that comes from aligning my life with God’s truth… the quiet confidence and purpose I feel when I keep my promises to Him."----Heather Lyn Davis is a writer, speaker, and mother of eight whose life has been anything but ordinary. She is the author of "Embracing Love" and several beloved children's books, including "I Can Sleep When the Wind Blows" and The Mindset School series. Heather is a survivor of chronic illness, and woman of enduring faith, and a passionate advocate for living with compassion and intention. Her work inspires others to embrace the healing power of charity -- not in perfection, but in everyday efforts to love better, live gentler, and grow closer to God and each other.You can learn more about Heather and contact her through:heathershelpfulstories.comheathershelpfulstories@gmail.comInstagram: @heathershelpfulstoriesFacebook: @icansleepwhenthewindblowsX: @frugalmomof8

W. Paul Pulsipher’s path hasn’t been easy—addiction recovery, grief, poverty, and life on the autism spectrum—but through it all, he found healing, purpose, and covenant joy through Jesus Christ.In this episode, Paul shares how his faith and music intertwined to anchor him through dark times, how he defines hope in Christ, and why he believes our covenants are the reason to keep getting out of bed every day.We talk about:Music as a spiritual language when words failOvercoming addiction and emotional traumaThe connection between good piano practice and gospel livingLaunching his new album Glory SquaredWhat it really means to make and keep covenants with Christ🎧 Listen to Paul’s music at pulsipherproductions.com or search W. Paul Pulsipher on Spotify.Paul's latest EP, Glory Squared, released May 4, 2025. Find it on Spotify, YouTube, and his website: pulsipherproductions.com. Learn more about Paul on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads.

During Elder Beck’s full-time missionary interview for Episode 8, he shared a story so powerful it deserved its own bonus episode.In a dim, windowless room without electricity, the light of the gospel illuminated hearts. This is the story of P and his friends—baptized, evicted, and yet still full of faith. Their journey of humble conversion and enduring hope will stay with you.Listen as Elder Beck reflects on how their faith strengthened his own testimony and what it means to feel the Spirit—even in the rain.To share your own story of Covenant Joy, email [email protected] or find us on Facebook or Instagram.

What does covenant joy look like on both sides of the name tag?In this Mission Edition of New & Everlasting, Amy Beck interviews three beloved guests from different stages of missionary service:Jared Stark, an 18-year-old pre-missionary called to the Trujillo South Peru MissionElder Beck, Amy’s son, currently serving in the California San Bernardino MissionFiona, Amy’s niece and returned missionary from Texas Houston SouthEach guest shares honest, powerful insights about preparation, growth, challenges, and deepening their relationship with Jesus Christ through missionary service. From fear and faith to humility and miracles, they offer a multi-faceted portrait of what it means to find covenant joy as a missionary.Whether you're preparing to serve, currently in the field, or reflecting on your return, this episode will inspire you to see how Christ walks beside you—always.

Jeremy and Amelia Boyle open their hearts about what it means to endure a life-changing diagnosis while still choosing to trust in God's plan. As Jeremy faces a terminal illness with no cure, the Boyles share the grief, miracles, and covenant-centered perspective shaping their family’s journey. They reflect on priesthood blessings, the purpose of covenants, spiritual survival, and becoming “better, not bitter.”From moments of overwhelming fatigue to flashes of divine reassurance, their testimony is clear: “We aren’t Job yet—we’re still learning, still growing.” This conversation is tender, raw, and full of light.

At just 16 years old, Maren Beck shares her raw and powerful journey through mental health challenges, spiritual growth, and discovering her true identity as a disciple of Christ.Diagnosed with cyclothymia, Maren opens up about dark days, mood swings, and the long road to healing—but also the miraculous power of worship music, gospel podcasts, prayer, and the temple. Through friendships, missionary moments, and bold personal choices, she began to “live for God”—and in doing so, found joy.Whether you're a teenager struggling to find peace or a parent longing to understand, this episode will uplift and inspire.Topics include:Navigating mental health as a teenagerHow gospel podcasts and worship music brought peaceLetting go of toxic friendships and choosing faithDiscovering missionary moments in everyday lifeWhy baptismal covenants still matter—especially on the hard days"Living for God" resources:"God's Favourite" - Karl D. Hirst"Stronger and Closer Connection to God Through Multiple Covenants" - Dale G. RenlundDoctrine & Covenants, section 20

My dear friend Jenny and I discuss Elder Yoon Hwan Choi's October 2023 address "Do You Want to Be Happy?"CLICK HERE to listen to Elder Choi's message.***Do you have a personal story about finding covenant joy during a challenging time in your life? Email [email protected] or search New and Everlasting on Facebook or Instagram and send me a message! Your story could be on the podcast so others can find joy in the midst of their struggles, as well.

What does it mean to truly triumph with hope—even when life feels unfair?In this episode, Amy is joined by her dear friend Chrissy to discuss Elder Neil L. Andersen’s General Conference message, “The Triumph of Hope.” Together, they explore how faith in Jesus Christ empowers us to rise above trials, grief, and the unknown.Chrissy shares:Why hope is more than a mindset—it’s a gift from GodHow the temple becomes a “house of hope” during life’s darkest momentsWhat it means to joyfully endure to the endPersonal experiences with loss, delayed blessings, and the surprising timing of GodThe joy of watching youth embrace covenants and gathering IsraelFrom patriarchal blessings to parenting, temple worship to teenage testimony, this conversation is real, faith-filled, and full of light.Mentioned Talk: “The Triumph of Hope” by Elder Neil L. Andersen, October 2023 General Conference