BYU–Hawaii Devotionals & Speeches

Join Brigham Young University – Hawaii every Tuesday for Devotional. Speakers from around the world are invited to share inspiring messages centered on our Savior, Jesus Christ at the university's wekly devotional Speakers include BYU–Hawaii presidents and employees, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and more. Updated weekly, this podcast shares the inspiring words of these weekly assemblies. Tune in for spiritual guidance, leadership tips, and more from highly acclaimed speakers striving to uplift and educate. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support .

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  Discovering God's Purpose Along the Way | Abraham Manutai | September 22, 2026

  Sep 22, 202627 minS6

  Abraham Manutai Food Services Director Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional At devotional, Abraham Manutai teaches that God can guide lives in unexpected ways as individuals follow Him and discover their purpose along the way. Drawing from his journey through education, career changes, family, and Church service, he shares how small acts of service and faithful choices can change lives and prepare individuals to lead. He reminds students that the opportunity to live and lead begins now, through their homes, communities, professions, and callings. “The opportunity to live and lead is right here before you. Don’t wait until you graduate or get settled into your profession to start living and leading.” — Abraham Manutai Abraham Manutai was raised in Kaimukī and graduated from Moanalua High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University–Hawaiʻi in 2011 and serves as the Food Services Director. He is married to Larie Kuulei Langi Manutai, and they are proud parents of their son, Alapati. BYU–Hawaii devotionals are now available wherever you listen to podcasts. #BYUHawaii #BYUH #BYUHDevotional #Devotional #LiveAndLead #JesusChrist #Discipleship #Service #Purpose #LatterDaySaints Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support . Visit byuh.edu to learn more.

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  Choosing the Lord Again and Again | Tialei Scanlan | September 15, 2026

  Sep 15, 202622 minS6

  Tialei Scanlan Associate Professor Faculty of Business & Government Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional At devotional, Tialei Scanlan teaches that choosing the Lord again and again brings strength, peace, and lasting blessings through life’s challenges. Drawing from experiences with faith, service, education, and family, she shares four ways to choose the Lord: through life’s challenges, feelings of inadequacy, lifelong learning, and personal priorities. She reminds students that consistent efforts to follow the Savior, serve others, continue learning, and make time for spiritual growth can strengthen faith and increase personal capabilities. “I know that as you choose the Lord again, and again you will be blessed. Your path will be guided, and you will be able to accomplish things that you could have never accomplished on your own.” — Tialei Scanlan Born in Guam and raised in Orem, Utah, and Laie, Hawaii, Tialei Scanlan holds an MBA from the Shidler College of Business and a Ph.D. in Learning Design & Technology from the College of Education at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. She has taught at BYU–Hawaii for over eight years and lives with her husband and their four children. BYU–Hawaii devotionals are now available wherever you listen to podcasts. #BYUHawaii #BYUH #BYUHDevotional #Devotional #ChooseTheLord #JesusChrist #Faith #Discipleship #LatterDaySaints Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support . Visit byuh.edu to learn more.

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  Fall Opening Devotional | John S.K. Kauwe III and Monica S. Kauwe | September 8, 2026

  Sep 8, 202628 minS6

  President John S. K. Kauwe III University President Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional Sister Monica S. Kauwe First Lady Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional President John S. K. Kauwe III and Sister Monica S. Kauwe share messages of faith, healing, and peace through prayer, reminding students that they are children of God and that His plan of happiness for them is real. They emphasize the blessings of being children of the covenant and disciples of Jesus Christ, encouraging students to show Christlike love, remain grateful, and trust in the Savior’s guidance and comfort. They remind BYU–Hawaii students to recognize the blessings surrounding them and move forward with faith and gratitude. “You are a Child of God. The plan of happiness that He prepared for you is real. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, and His Atonement are central to that plan and to your salvation and eternal happiness.” - Sister Monica S. Kauwe President John S. K. Kauwe III and Sister Monica S. Kauwe serve as the University President and First Lady of Brigham Young University–Hawaii. President Kauwe specializes in Alzheimer’s disease genetic research and serves as the 11th president of BYU–Hawaii, where he has served as university president for six years. President and Sister Kauwe are the parents of five children. Their oldest son, Sai, is currently serving a full-time mission in Hamilton, New Zealand. BYU–Hawaii devotionals are now available wherever you listen to podcasts. #BYUHawaiiDevotional #SpiritualGrowth #Discipleship Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support . Visit byuh.edu to learn more.

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  Come Unto Christ as You Are | Juan Escalante | June 16, 2026

  Jun 16, 202625 minS5

  Juan Escalante Assistant Professor and EIL Director Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional Juan Escalante teaches that conversion is a lifelong journey of coming unto Jesus Christ through faith, patience, and daily discipleship. Drawing from his personal conversion story, family trials, and experiences with grief and growth, he emphasizes that discipleship is not about perfection but about continually turning to the Savior. He invites listeners to trust Christ's grace, embrace steady spiritual progression, and find strength in knowing that the Savior walks with them through every challenge. “Come unto Him as you are. Walk with Him. Be patient as He changes you. Trust Him enough to keep going.” - Juan Escalante Juan Escalante is an assistant professor and director of the English and an International Language (EIL) at BYU–Hawaii. He began his journey at BYU–Hawaii as a student, earning a bachelor’s degree in TESOL Education in 2015, then completed a master’s in TESOL at BYU in 2018, where he conducted eye-tracking research on second language reading behaviors during testing. He later returned to BYU–Hawaii as visiting faculty and worked as a skill area supervisor at BYU’s English Language Center, teaching ESL and coordinating community programs. His experience also includes teaching at Utah Valley University, with research focused on technology-enhanced language learning, teacher training, and language assessment. He and his wife, Kathryn, are the parents of two young daughters. BYU–Hawaii devotionals are now available wherever you listen to podcasts. #BYUHawaiiDevotional #Discipleship #ComeUntoHim #SpiritualGrowth #WalkWithHim Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support . Visit byuh.edu to learn more.

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  Becoming More Through Christ in Every Season | Verna Tukuafu | June 9, 2026

  Jun 9, 202626 minS5

  Verna Tukuafu International Area Manager - Pacific Area, BYU–Pathway Worldwide Brigham Young University–Hawaii Devotional Verna Tukuafu teaches that becoming who God intends us to be requires faith, resilience, and trust in Jesus Christ through every season of life. Drawing from her personal experiences, she emphasizes that challenges, loss, service, and education can all become opportunities for growth when viewed through the Savior’s perspective. She invites listeners to trust the Lord’s timing, remain faithful in difficult circumstances, and allow Him to shape them into disciples prepared for greater purpose and joy. “Through Jesus Christ, we really can do hard things. Not because we are strong on our own. But because He strengthens us.” - Verna Tukuafu Verna Tukuafu currently serves as Area Manager for BYU–Pathway Worldwide in the Pacific Area. Born in Kahuku, Hawaiʻi, and raised in Tonga, she is a graduate of Brigham Young University–Hawaii and earned a master’s degree in business administration. Verna and her late husband, Sione, raised three children, and she continues to inspire others through her leadership, faith, and lifelong commitment to education and discipleship. BYU–Hawaii devotionals are now available wherever you listen to podcasts. #BYUHawaiiDevotional #FaithInChrist #SpiritualGrowth #TrustInTheLord #BecomingThroughChrist Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support . Visit byuh.edu to learn more.

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