Thinking Celestial - A ”Follow The Prophet” Series Podcast

In part 2 of Episode 200 of Thinking Celestial, Brad Wilcox invites us behind the scenes of General Conference to explore what it is really like to prepare, speak, and rely completely on the Lord in those sacred moments. He shares personal insights that reveal the sincerity, humility, and authenticity of the leaders of the Church, reminding us that their messages come from real disciples striving to follow Jesus Christ. This conversation offers a deeper appreciation for prophetic voices and the divine help that accompanies them.
Review the conference talk here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/41holland?lang=eng
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In this 200th two part episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge and Brad Wilcox revisit "And Now I See," the final address given in by then President Jeffrey R. Holland During the OCtober 2025 General Conference. Brad shares some sacred experiences in Chile where miracles were real, faith was tested, and the Lord’s hand was unmistakable. Brad also talks of personal experiences working closely with Elder Holland, offering insight into the compassion and Christ-centered power behind his teachings. At the heart of those experiences is a deep testimony of the Book of Mormon, a book that consistently points souls to Jesus Christ and helps us see with greater clarity and hope. 
Review the conference talk here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/41holland?lang=eng 
 
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In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge leads a thoughtful review exploring the meaning and significance of solemn assemblies within Christianity and early Church history. Drawing on scripture, historical accounts, and prophetic patterns, he shares fresh discoveries and spiritual insights that help listeners see how solemn assemblies function as moments of covenant renewal, divine instruction, and communal consecration—inviting modern disciples to better understand their sacred purpose and enduring relevance today.
Review general conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04?lang=eng
 
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In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by Alan Sackett and Blake Dalton as they reflect on impressions, themes, and personal takeaways from the April 2026 General Conference. Together they discuss how prophetic teachings invite greater discipleship, deeper trust in Christ, and more intentional daily living. The conversation is thoughtful, practical, and hopeful, offering listeners simple invitations to act on what they heard and felt during conference. Tune in for an uplifting recap and encouragement to keep moving forward with faith.
Review the original talk here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2026/04?lang=eng
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In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge and SLCC Institute teacher Alan Sackett explore the February 22 BYU–Idaho devotional, “President Dallin H. Oaks and the Law of Witnesses,” shared by Elder Neil L. Andersen. They discuss how Elder Andersen intentionally shifted his message after the President Oaks fireside, tailoring it to a rising generation. The conversation highlights Elder Andersen’s effort to connect President Oaks’s teachings on law and evidence with everyday faith decisions facing young adults. Together, they reflect on how recognizing God’s established pattern of witnesses can strengthen testimony, anchor faith, and help disciples act with greater spiritual confidence.
Review the original talk here: https://www.byui.edu/speeches/devotionals/neil-l-andersen/president-dallin-h-oaks-and-the-law-of-witnesses-february-22-2026 
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In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge and Copper Hills High Seminary teacher Brother Kolby Hales revisit the conference classic “Love and Law” by then Elder Dallin H. Oaks. Together they explore why God’s love is both perfect and constant, while His blessings are often connected to laws He invites us to live. The discussion highlights how understanding this divine balance deepens discipleship, corrects common misunderstandings about grace, and helps us follow Christ with both faith and faithful obedience.
Review the original talk here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/love-and-law?lang=eng 
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In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by SLCC students Breanna Simms and Britton Groebs as they revisit Elder Ulisses Soares’s talk “Adorned with the Virtue of Temperance.” Their conversation explores how temperance is more than restraint; it is a Christ-centered discipline that fuels steady self-improvement, emotional maturity, and spiritual confidence. They reflect on how learning to govern desires, habits, and priorities now lays a foundation for healthier relationships and stronger future families, ultimately helping disciples of Jesus Christ live with greater purpose, balance, and hope.
Review the original talk here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2025/10/43soares?lang=eng 
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In this episode of Thinking Celestial, Dr. Kirk Burbidge is joined by Institute student Lily Brammer to revisit President Dieter F. Uchtdorf’s General Conference classic, “Things That Matter Most” (October 2010). Together they reflect on the spiritual cost of busyness and the invitation to slow down, simplify, and refocus on what the Lord values most. Their discussion emphasizes learning to listen for God’s voice in quiet, unhurried moments, where faith is strengthened and perspective is restored. This conversation encourages listeners to step back from the noise of life and create space to hear the Lord more clearly.
Review the original talk here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2010/10/of-things-that-matter-most?lang=eng 
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