By Study and By Faith
This weekly podcast features devotionals and forums from Brigham Young University that explore the intersection of faith, reason, and scholarship. Each episode presents speeches that blend academic disciplines with spiritual insights, aiming to strengthen both mind and spirit. Listeners can expect examples of how scholarly knowledge and religious faith can work together harmoniously.
Episodes
Learning to Love Learning | David A. Bednar | April 2008
A BYU education ought to instill in you a love of learning that will help you in further education, career, and eternal personal development. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Truth of All Things | Ryan Holmes | May 2013
As impressive as modern technology is, a celestial communication network is infinitely more pure and capable than man's smartest technology. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Become a Seeker: The Way, the Truth, and the Life | Michael A. Goodman | July 2016
To learn truth: become a seeker—do not fear questions; love and respect all; and learn and share the principles for knowing truth. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Light and Truth | Ulisses Soares | December 2022
Our quest in life is to seek the light and truth of Christ's gospel among the many distractions of the world. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Observation, Reason, Faith, and Revelation | Dale G. Renlund | August 2023
Observation, reason, and faith facilitate revelation and enable the Holy Ghost to be a reliable, trustworthy, and beloved companion. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Tie Between Science and Religion | Russell M. Nelson | April 2015
The tie between science and religion is strong because both science and religion follow set laws that govern our lives and the world. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“A House of Faith” | Dallin H. Oaks | August 1977
To achieve BYU’s prophetic destiny, we must know its role in the kingdom of God, be fearless in sharing the gospel, and seek God's will. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"We Seek After These Things" | Gerrit W. Gong | October 2018
Elder Gong shares the lessons we have the opportunity to seek after now, so that in the future we can grow closer to Christ in understanding and love. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eyes to See | Jerald B. Johnson | July 2014
We can develop eyes to see God’s gifts. To do so, we must foster desire and prepare to receive personal revelation. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Don't Miss the Miracle | Catherine H. Black | April 2007
Catherine Black didn't know why she felt prompted to learn Russian until a miracle took place. Watch for the miracles God sends. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Strategic Writing, Strategic Living | Deborah Dean | November 2007
Deborah Dean compares the writing process to our own lives, including God's plan for us. When we apply both correctly, we can see success. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seeing Things Differently | Michael J. Dorff | April 2018
Whether it's math, relationships, or the scriptures, powerful blessings come into our lives when we choose to start seeing things differently. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Counterfeits: A Mess of Pottage | Barta Heiner | May 2008
We all have divine gifts we can use to bless others. Avoid the temptation to throw away your artistic birthright for earthly counterfeits. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Go to Light, Be Filled with Light, and Share Light | Richard M. Houseman | June 2025
Go to Christ’s light. Let His word, His mercy, and His house fill you with His light. Then share His light by giving, forgiving, and loving. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lessons from Noise: Crackle to Calm | Kent L. Gee | June 2025
Noise—from military jets, rockets, volcanoes, or even aircraft toilets—teaches lessons about physics, the world, and our spiritual health. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Words of Hate, Words of Love | Constance K. Lundberg | March 2003
Words are a God-given gift to uplift, create, and commit. Use the power of language to edify, not harm, and bless others with your speech. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Be Anchored in Order to Soar | Diane Strong-Krause | June 2015
Understanding that we are spiritual beings will help us be anchored and soar to our full potential. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Depending on the Lord: Gospel Insights from a Musician | C. Raymond Smith | June 2009
The story of a lifetime of service in the Church and as a musician teach us that we are completely dependent on the Lord for our success. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lessons from the Potter and the Clay | Camille Fronk | Mar 1995
If we allow ourselves to be molded by His loving hands, Heavenly Father will be our Potter. He can make more of us than we can dream. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Shakespeare and the Gospel | Arthur Henry King | March 1981
Arthur Henry King points to classic passages of Shakespeare's work to show that Shakespeare and the gospel share some important themes in common. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“The Lord Looketh on the Heart” | Michael D. Brown | March 2015
We should assess our spiritual hearts to ensure that they are pure, soft, grateful, and obedient. We should be of one heart with others. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Discerning the Will of the Lord for Me | LaNae Valentine | June 2004
Lanae Valentine teaches strategies that improve our ability to discern the will of the Lord. He is eager to answer us if we will listen. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ordinary Lives, Extraordinary Miracles | Lawrence P. Vincent | November 2003
There are six principles that can dramatically affect the outcome of our lives and bring us many wonderful blessings and miracles. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Why the Civil War Still Matters Today | James M. McPherson | November 2011
Civil War historian James McPherson details pivotal historic events that show how and why the Civil War still matters today. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learning the Healer's Art | Elaine S. Marshall | October 2002
Elaine S. Marshall shares some insights she has gleaned about physical and spiritual healing and what it means to have the "healer's art." Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Harry Potter and the Five Gospel Truths | Brigitte C. Madrian | October 2019
Brigitte Madrian speaks of five gospel truths that have been reinforced to her when exploring the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
America's Upswing | Shaylyn Romney Garrett | March 2023
Many Americans worry about our country's future, but change is possible. History shows us what we can do to get America back on an upswing. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scholarship and Faith | Insights from My BYU Experience | Adam T. Woolley | May 2022
BYU implements a unique form of teaching centered around scholarship and faith that draws us closer to the Savior’s example. Click here to see the speech pageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Hard Work of Understanding the Constitution | Thomas B. Griffith | September 2012
Though understanding the Constitution can be complex, it is the responsibility of each citizen to read and analyze this document closely. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Secular and Sacred Individuality | Mark J. Rowe | December 1996
Whether relating to genetic or spiritual differences, we are individuals with unique predispositions, vulnerabilities, and strengths. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Great Temples of Learning on Temple Hill | Eric N. Jellen | May 2024
Through understanding the genetics of oats and quinoa, we learn the importance of light and truth, both secular and spiritual. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Facing the Algebras of Life | Peggy S. Worthen | September 2017
We all meet our match somewhere. For Sister Worthen, it was algebra. When we face something difficult, we can either choose to quit or learn. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Doing Business in Babylon | H. Dennis Tolley | May 2003
What does it mean to be "in the world, but not of the world?" The line between Zion and Babylon is fuzzy, and only we know which city we truly belong to. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Glorious Cause of America | David McCullough | September 2005
David McCullough emphasizes the importance of learning the stories of brave men and women who made the glorious cause of America a reality. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Yes, and. . .": The Creative Art of Living | Lisa Valentine Clark | July 2021
By recounting her late husband's legacy, Lisa Valentine Clark teaches the importance of saying "yes, and . . . " in the creative art of living. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Healing = Courage + Action + Grace | Jonathan G. Sandberg | January 2014
The healing process can be painful and difficult, but having courage to act and Christ’s grace makes it possible. Click here to see the speech page!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seeing Through the Generations | Neil L. Anderson | May 2006
Looking through the generations, both past and future, we find an enhanced perspective of who we are and who we can become. Click here to see the speech page!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Let Us Think Straight” | M. Russell Ballard | August 2013
We are in a day and a time when we must stand in unity to defend Christ. Women possess unique abilities to defend our Savior with power. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“True Doctrine, Understood, Changes Attitudes and Behavior”| Todd B .Parker | January 2015
Todd B. Parker explains that real change doesn’t start with behavior—it begins when we understand true doctrine, letting the Spirit shape our attitudes and actions from the inside. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Remember Lot's Wife | Jeffrey R. Holland | January 2009
Jeffrey R. Holland reminds us that faith isn’t rooted in longing for the past but in trusting God’s promise of what is yet to come—and that when we refuse to “look back,” we open ourselves to a future full of hope. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It Might Have Been | Carlos E. Asay | November 1995
Carlos E. Asay warns that life’s greatest regrets often come from the paths we never took—and urges us to seek God daily, learn both by study and faith, and use our gifts now so we’ll never look back and say, “It might have been.” Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Successfully Failing Pursuing Our Quest for Perfection | Kevin J Worthen | January 2015
Kevin J. Worthen invites us to recognize that failure, when met with resilience and faith, becomes a stepping-stone in our quest for perfection. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scholarship and Faith: Insights from My BYU Experience | Adam T. Woolley | May 2022
BYU implements a unique form of teaching centered around scholarship and faith that draws us closer to the Savior’s example. Click here to view the full speech. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scholarship and Faith: Insights from My BYU Experience | Adam T. Woolley
BYU implements a unique form of teaching centered around scholarship and faith that draws us closer to the Savior’s example. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Learning in an Eternal Context | Lynn E. Garner
There is a limit to how much we can learn in this life, so we must gain knowledge that has the most worth, learning by study and by faith. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
True Doctrine, Understood, Changes Attitudes and Behavior | Todd B. Parker
Studying the scriptures daily, listening to the words of Christ, and driving darkness from our lives are ways to understand true doctrine. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Uniting to Establish a Culture of Peace | Vishwanath D. Karad | April 2024
Through the examples of leaders such as Philosopher Saint Shri Dnyaneshwara and Joseph Smith, we learn that all humankind must be united. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Faith and Flourishing in Your Life and Work | Paul Lambert | July 2025
Research shows faith and religious engagement are society‘s greatest strengths in solving social division, loneliness, and virtue decline. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From Small Beginnings | J.W. Marriott Jr. | August 2012
J.W. Marriott teaches the secrets to his company's success. From their small beginnings to global success, humility and hard work have motivated them. Click here to view the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Six Spiritual Lessons from the Natural World | Loreen Allphin | April 2023
We can weather the storms of life by turning to the natural world and applying the spiritual lessons we learn from God's creations. Click here to view the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Seeing with New Eyes | Paul Alan Cox | October 1995
As we humble ourselves, following the Savior and the prophets, the Spirit can enlighten us and give us an eternal perspective in this life. Click here to view the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Becoming Men and Women of Principle | Adrian Van Mondfrans | June 1982
Adrian Van Mondfrans explains how to become men and women of principle. There are gospel formulas we can follow to become better. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Knowing When to Persevere and When to Change Direction | Janet G. Lee | January 1992
When the plan we have in mind doesn't seem to be working out, God will tell us when to persevere and when to change direction. He has a plan. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When the Humanities Become the World | Scott. M. Sprenger
Dr. Sprenger discusses the decline of humanities students and encourages all to remember the important effect of the humanities in business. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Be Renewed in the Spirit of your Mind | Patricia T. Holland |
We can't fight our external battles by waging internal wars. Our mind must be continually renewed by positive thinking—we must be our own best friend. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Discovering the Riddles of the Universe One Calorie at a Time | Juliana Boerio-Goates | February 2006
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Take upon Yourself the Whole Armor of God | LaVell Edwards | April 2001
Former BYU football head coach LaVell Edwards counsels us to put on the armor of God, which protects us and gives us an eternal perspective. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Constitution and the Restoration | Rex E. Lee | January 1991
President Lee unfolds the story and attributes of the U.S. Constitution and its significance for Latter-day Saints seeking to be good citizens. Click here to view the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dealing with the Dangers of Success | Clayton Christensen | July 2003
Clayton Christensen teaches about the dangers of success through the historic pattern of disruptive innovations that caused successful companies to stumble. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Therefore Ye Are No More Strangers and Foreigners" | William G. Eggington | November 2011
As we learn to truly respect and love others for their cultural differences, we will see miracles in their lives and ours. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
History: A Journey of Discovery | Carol Cornwall Madsen | September 1998
History connects us and teaches us—especially when we uncover the overlooked stories of women whose faith and resilience shaped our heritage. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community, and War | Nathaniel Philbrick | November 2007
Award-winning author Nathaniel Philbrick discusses some of the often untold sides to the story of the Mayflower. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve” | Vai Sikahema | October 2004
Sportscasting icon and former BYU football star Vai Sikahema talks about how the Lord prepares and uses our talents and experience to bless others. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Scholarship and the Gospel | Daniel C. Peterson | August 1999
Daniel C. Peterson discusses gospel scholarship, like the work of the Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies (FARMS). Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Archaeology, Relics, and Book of Mormon Belief | John E. Clark | May 2004
The Book of Mormon is a testament of Christ and an ancient record. Dr. Clark shares the relationship between archaeology and this book. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Language: A Miraculous Gift | Randall L. Jones | March 1998
Language is a powerful and wonderful tool that our Heavenly Father gave to us, so we must choose to use it wisely. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Look for the Light | Ellen S. Knell | July 2024
While we may not have instant pillar-of-light experiences, many rays of light fill our lives, and as we gather them, our testimonies grow. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26 Years to Pluto | Alan Stern | January 2020
With only one shot at success, Alan Stern's team pulled off the New Horizons mission to Pluto. What they learned about the solar system is larger than life. Click here to see the speech page. This forum address was given in January 2020.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Becoming a Disciple-Leader | Kim B. Clark | July 2024
We can become disciple-leaders by understanding the soul, heart, and mind of leadership, which work together to bring real power to leaders. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Testimony and Other “Wicked” Problems | Eric Gillett | April 2017
“Wicked problems” are tricky problems with no easy answers, Eric Gillet says—much like testimony. Design thinking can help. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Religion and the Constitution | Rex E. Lee | June 1988
The relationship between religion and the United States constitution has an interesting and complicated history with important implications. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your Hall of Fame | Sterling W. Sill | February 1962
May you emulate the great men and women in history who made a difference in the world no matter the cost. May your fame be your character. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Comprehending Soul: Open Minds and Hearts | Ronald Staheli | June 1996
To have a comprehending soul, we need to approach the gospel with a balance between our mind and heart. Alone, neither is enough. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Building Your Future | Earl M. Woolley | October 2000
Earl M. Woolley advocates building your future by learning from experiences, seeking information, and developing positive character traits. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Finding Your Place in the Universe | Denise Stephens | July 2018
Amid competition and comparison, finding our place in the universe can seem impossible. Remembering our divine potential is key. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Herpetology, Biodiversity, and Human Well-Being | Jack W. Sites | October 2002
Jack W. Sites discusses his research on reptiles and explains that we are stewards over the biodiversity of this planet. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thy Mind, O Man, Must Stretch | John W. Welch | May 2011
The BYU Mission Statement is examined. In order to have a lifetime of learning, all must stretch their minds and abilities. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Getting to Know China | Dallin H. Oaks | March 1991
God loves all His children. With patience, we will have opportunities to serve the people of China, and one day to share the gospel there. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Keys to Spiritual Growth—A Game Plan for Life | LaVell Edwards | June 1976
To make the most out of life, says BYU football coach LaVell Edwards, you need to have a game plan. Christlike living is the way to “win” eternal life. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Church in the British Isles 1837-1987 | Gordon B. Hinckley | January 1987
Gordon B. Hinckley gives an inspiring history of the Church in the British Isles, from the Restoration to his own mission and on into the present. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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