Temple Bound

God's children are searching in greater numbers for answers and hoping for miracles as they look to Jesus Christ for relief. On 'Temple Bound,' hosted by Will Humphreys, explore how temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints offer not just solace but also powerful tools for navigating these turbulent times through faith in Jesus Christ. Tune in every Monday to hear Will Humphreys engage with guests who bring inspiring stories, profound teachings, and insights into accessing divine guidance through temple worship. Each episode promises to enrich your understanding and strengthen your connection to the Savior in unique and transformative ways. Whether you're seeking answers, yearning for peace, or in need of a miracle, 'Temple Bound' is your weekly spiritual refuge, helping you anchor your soul to the Savior. Join us on this sacred journey to deepen your faith and discover the blessings of temple worship.

Temple Bound is a religion podcast hosted by Will, with 96 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Episode #96

  The 21-Day Challenge That Changed a Generation's Anxiety with Seth Christensen

  Aug 17, 20261h 5mS1

  At 18 years old, Seth Christensen ran an experiment on his own high school. He wanted to know if five minutes of family history work a day could move the needle on anxiety and depression in his generation. The results surprised even him. Seth served as his ward's Temple and Family History Leader starting at age 13. He spoke on the RootsTech main stage last year. Now he's headed to Jakarta, Indonesia on a mission, carrying the same message with him. This episode covers his 21-Day Challenge, the survey data behind it, and why five minutes a day did what hour-long lectures never could. What you'll learn in this episode: The pre- and post-survey results from Seth's 21-Day Challenge, including mood scores that jumped from a 2-4 range to 8-10 Why starting with "four generations" on FamilySearch is the single most effective first step for a beginner The specific FamilySearch activities that got high schoolers hooked (Where Am I From, Surname Origins, Compare-a-Face, and more) Why five minutes works better than a full hour, and what habit science has to do with it How to reframe social media as a family history tool instead of writing it off as the enemy The story of Thomas Reese, a scythe, and a deathbed promise that changed a family line forever What Elder Holland's six words ("ask for angels to help you") mean for anyone doing family history work today Seth's advice for parents on the single biggest mistake families make when introducing kids to their ancestors If you know a teenager who's struggling, or you're looking for a way back into your own family history, this episode gives you a place to start today. Explore BYU Family History Lab: https://fhtl.org/ Send us Fan Mail

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  Episode #95

  Katie's Path to Forgiveness After Betrayal and Loss

  Aug 10, 202656 minS1

  Forgiveness gets called a miracle for a reason. It asks us to do something that feels outside our own capability, and then it delivers peace that only the Savior can provide. In this episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys sits down with Katie, an institute teacher who has spent years teaching The Divine Gift of Forgiveness by Elder Neil L. Andersen. Katie walks through what repentance actually means in its original Hebrew and Greek roots, why the Latin translation buried it in shame, and how two of the hardest experiences of her life, her father's arrest and her husband's addiction, taught her that forgiveness was never about the other person. It was about her own peace. Katie also shares how she and her late husband Brandon rebuilt trust after his struggle with pornography came to light, why she believes the real opposite of trauma is trust rather than peace, and how she found joy even in planning his funeral after he died unexpectedly of a stroke. She closes with practical guidance for anyone who feels too far gone for the Atonement, and for any parent, spouse, or bishop who wants to be a safe place when someone finally works up the courage to confess. Key takeaways: Repentance means to turn to God. The shame around it came from a Latin mistranslation, not from the original meaning of the word. Fear and pride are the Twin Bullies that stop repentance before it starts, even when they disguise themselves as humility. No one has sinned beyond the reach of the Atonement, no matter how far gone it feels. Forgiveness is not for the person who hurt you. It is for you, and it lifts a weight you may not realize you are carrying. The real opposite of trauma is trust, not peace. Peace follows once trust is in place. Saying "thank you for telling me" first can make all the difference when someone confesses something hard. Healing and joy can exist in the same moment, even in the middle of grief. If this episode means something to you, follow Temple Bound and leave a comment on the app you're listening from. It helps this reach the people who need it. Featured book: The Divine Gift of Forgiveness by Elder Neil L. Andersen Send us Fan Mail

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  Episode #94

  The Pattern Hidden in Scripture That You Might Be Missing About the Temple with Mike King

  Aug 3, 20261h 11mS1

  In this episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys sits down with Mike King, a longtime Old Testament and temple symbolism teacher, to trace this pattern from the Exodus of the children of Israel all the way to the ministry of Jesus Christ among the Nephites and the temples built in Kirtland and Nauvoo. Mike King walks through the symbolism of the blood on the doorposts, the crossing of the Red Sea, the pillar of fire, manna and water in the wilderness, and the mountain of the Lord, showing how each step points toward faith in Jesus Christ, repentance, baptism, the gift of the Holy Ghost, the sacrament, and the temple. Topics covered in this episode includes: The temple pattern in the Old Testament. The symbolism of the Exodus. Baptism for the dead. The meaning of the baptismal font. Isaiah and the temple. Hebrews as a temple text. The Kirtland Temple and the Nauvoo Temple. The doctrine of celestial glory. The difference between going through the temple and letting the temple work on us. If this episode helps you see scripture differently, please follow Temple Bound and leave a comment on the app you are listening from. It helps this podcast reach more people who are trying to learn, grow, and come closer to the teachings of the temple. Send us Fan Mail

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  Episode #93

  Supporting Your Missionary Through Hard Times with Mission Coach Jennie Dildine

  Jul 27, 20261 hourS1

  Will Humphreys sits down with Jennie Dildine, a certified life coach and host of the LDS Mission Podcast, to talk about what actually helps missionaries before they leave, while they are serving, and after they come home. Jennie has spent seven years coaching missionaries and their parents through anxiety, burnout, identity struggles, and the transition home, and in this episode she breaks down what she has learned. The conversation is rooted in Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf's talk Forget Me Not from October 2011. Jennie read the talk, replaced every mention of sisters with missionaries and elders and sisters, and found something she now teaches nearly everyone she works with: five things missionaries, and the people who love them, are not supposed to forget. In This Episode, Will and Jennie Discuss: Why Jennie became a certified life coach for missionaries and their parents, and the moment that convinced her this was her calling Elder Uchtdorf's Forget Me Not talk and the five things it teaches missionaries never to forget Why worth was never tied to goals met, lessons taught, or how a mission looks from the outside The normalize, validate, and repeat method for what to say when a missionary wants to come home The missionary spiral, and how a single hard moment turns into guilt, shame, and frustration Support versus challenge, and how parents can find the right balance for their missionary How to prepare a missionary before they leave, including five things to teach before departure Navigating romantic relationships before and during a mission The biggest myth about returned missionaries, and what actually helps them transition home Preparing Missionary Cheat Sheet: https://www.subscribepage.com/preparingmissionarycheatsheetmissionariesww Connect with Jenny Website: https://jenniedildine.com/ Instagram: @jennie.theldsmissioncoach Podcast: LDS Mission Podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0MnlUX55Lnvo66Ti13yYhk?si=03786b400bd74285 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lds-mission-podcast/id1573286056 Send us Fan Mail

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  Episode #92

  How the Temple Helps Missionaries Endure with Mission President Denny Barney

  Jul 20, 202659 minS1

  Denny Barney recently completed his service as a mission president in the Iowa Des Moines Mission alongside his wife Nicole. In this episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys sits down with Denny during Missionary Month to talk about what it actually takes to endure a mission, and what enduring is supposed to mean in the first place. What you will learn in this episode: Why "show up, choose faith, trust the process" works as a daily framework for hard things, not just missionary work. The difference between acting charitable and becoming charitable, and why that distinction changes everything about spiritual growth. Why missionary purpose has to become personal, not just memorized. How ancient temple worship in places like Egypt and Guatemala connects to the pattern used in temples today. What Elder Bednar means when he says charity should possess us. How to talk with a missionary preparing to leave, or a child who has chosen a different path, without losing connection. Why the atonement of Jesus Christ is bigger than fixing sin, and how it applies to everything that feels unfair in life. Denny also shares a personal story from a recent family trip to Egypt, where standing at the base of the pyramids and inside the Karnak temple gave him a new appreciation for how deeply rooted temple worship is in human history, long before the Restoration. This episode is built for anyone connected to missionary service right now: a missionary in the field, a missionary preparing to leave, a missionary just home and figuring out life, or a parent walking alongside any of them. Send us Fan Mail

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