24. Seeing the Savior Through His Servants: My Study of President Oaks
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In this episode of Sunshine in the Middle, I’m diving deep into something I’ve been quietly doing behind the scenes for the last 18 months—studying the words of President Dallin H. Oaks, one talk at a time. If you've ever felt like his tone is more stern than tender, you're not alone. I’ve been there too. But what I found as I listened, studied, and prayed was something unexpected—love, depth, and unwavering commitment to the words of the Savior.
Key Points and Timestamps:
00:00 Welcome to Sunshine in the Middle
00:28 Discovering President Dallin H. Oaks
02:19 Lessons from President Oaks' Talks - Success Principles Woven Through Gospel Truths
06:38 Why Every Testimony Matters - Especially Yours
10:09 Personal Revelation and the Holy Ghost
11:31 Be of Good Cheer
12:30 Powerful Ideas and Success Principles
15:54 The Power of the Sacrament and Sabbath Observance
18:35 Opposition in All Things - From Joseph Smith to Your Own Life
22:33 Final Thoughts and Gratitude
And yes, we’ll talk about spiritual gifts, personal revelation, and why being of good cheer is more than a nice idea—it’s a commandment. Whether you are doing your own study of the apostles or just looking for a spiritual reset, I hope this episode helps you feel closer to the Savior and the leaders who testify of Him.
If it lifts you, share it. Sunshine is best when it spreads.
Resources and Mentioned Scriptures:
Dallin H. Oaks: Two Lines of Communication
Dallin H. Oaks: Be of Good Cheer
Dallin H. Oaks: Powerful Ideas
Dallin H. Oaks: Opposition in All Things
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