Stand By My Servants
Mark D. Ogletree shares stories from the lives of Latter-day prophets and apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The podcast focuses on inspiring accounts that illustrate their faith and service. Each episode highlights lessons from their experiences. It is intended for listeners interested in Latter-day Saint history and teachings.
Episodes
S2 Episode 26: Elder Anderson & Spiritual Mole Crickets
Mark reviews a story from Elder Anderson’s talk, “Prophets and Spiritual Mole Crickets” to help us better understand how we should look to prophets, trust in them, and follow their counsel. A great episode to prepare for General Conference.
S2 Episode 25: Elder Bednar’s Lessons From Africa
Mark reviews a story from Elder Bednar’s talk, “Watchful unto Prayer Continually” to help us better understand how we should look to prophets, trusted leaders, and parents to guide our lives.
S2 Episode 24: Good, Better, Best
Mark reviews the talk “Good, Better, Best” from, then, Elder Dallin H. Oaks and uses lessons from that talk to improve our relationships in our lives.
S2 Episode 23: Making Our Home A Refuge
Mark reviews several general conference talks to discuss how we can make our homes a refuge for our families, and how doing so will strengthen and protect our families.
S2 Episode 22: Life’s Three Big Regrets
Mark uses a talk from Elder Uctdorf to frame his discussion on the 3 biggest regrets people have before leaving this life. Mark dives into how we can avoid these 3 regrets and live our lives to the fullest.
S2 Episode 20: Angels Among Us: Lessons From Elder Jeffery R. Holland
Mark covers an amazing teaching and concept taught by Elder Jeffery R. Holland, and other apostles, about the types and power of angels here on earth. The doctrine of angels in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is radical compared to other religions and christian denominations and we are incredibly blessed to know what we do about angels and how we can receive their help.
S2 Episode 21: Your Life Goes Where Your Focus Goes
Mark discuses an amazing life lessons taught by our apostles and prophets. He uses the talk from President Uchtdorf called, “We Are Doing a Great Work and Cannot Come Down”, to teach how we can better focus our lives on things that matter most.
S2 Episode 19: Beyond The Pulpit: Who Really Is Dallin H. Oaks?
As members of the Church recently sustained Dallin H. Oaks as our prophet, Mark unpacks who President Oaks really is. Discovering more about his life, accomplishments, and family, your confidence in sustaining him as The Prophet will increase.
S2 Episode 18: President Russell M. Nelson - Part 2
Mark shares some of President Nelson’s life experiences, and talks about how they led him to become the Prophet of the church and one of the great leaders of our time. President Nelson left a huge legacy and we miss him dearly.
S2 Episode 17: President Russell M. Nelson - Part 1
Mark shares some of President Nelson’s life experiences, and talks about how they led him to become the Prophet of the church and man he is today.
S2 Episode 16: President Thomas S. Monson: On The Lords Errand
Mark tells of stories and examples of President Thomas S. Monson always seeking to administer to the one. President Monson was a master of living by the spirit and quickly acting on what he was inspired to do. He was always in the service of others and gave his life from a young age to always do what the lord commanded him. As we study the lives of our prophets and apostles, our testimony of their
S2 Episode 15: President Thomas S. Monson: Never Delay A Prompting
Mark tells of stories and examples of President Thomas S. Monson never delaying a prompting. President Monson was a master of living by the spirit and quickly acting on what he was inspired to do. He was always in the service of others and gave his life from a young age to always do what the lord commanded him. As we study the lives of our prophets and apostles, our testimony of their divine calli
S2 Episode 14: President Thomas S. Monson 101
Mark gives an overview of the life and teachings of President Thomas S. Monson as we continue covering the lives of our modern prophets. As we study the lives and teachings of our prophets and apostles, our lives can be spiritually strengthened, and our testimonies of modern prophets, called by God will increase.
S2 Episode 13: President Howard W. Hunter 101
Mark gives an overview of the life and teachings of President Howard W. Hunter as we continue covering the lives of our modern prophets.
S2 Episode 12: After General Conference- Go And Do
Mark talks about the importance of General Conference, and how we can take the words of our prophets, apostles, and general authority leaders of the church, and apply them to our lives. This episode explores how we can use the words to improve our lives, and do it in a way where we won’t feel overwhelmed. The gift we have of a modern day prophet and revelation should not be taken for granted.
S2 Episode 11: Patterns Of The Prophets- Following The Spirit
Mark gives great lessons, stories, and examples of our prophets following the spirit and blessing the lives of others. As we hear the stories and see the examples of our prophets, we can deeper understand how to follow the spiritual impression we receive in our own lives.
S2 Episode 10: General Conference- Preparing Our Hearts, Minds, & Homes
Mark talks about the significance and importance of General Conference, and how we can prepare ourselves, our homes, and our families to listen to the words of our modern prophets. We wish everyone a lovely and inspiring conference weekend.
S2 Episode 9: The Prophets as Fathers- Part 2
One of Marks main focuses of his research at BYU and his personal studies, concerns the modern prophets and their abilities and characteristics as fathers. This episode, Mark reviews characteristics our latter-day prophets exemplify, and how they can inspire us to be better parents.
S2 Episode 8: The Prophets as Fathers- Part 1
One of Marks main focuses of his research at BYU and his personal studies, concerns the modern prophets and their abilities and characteristics as fathers. This episode, Mark reviews characteristics our latter-day prophets exemplify, and how they can inspire us to be better parents.
S2 Episode 7: Themes & Patterns From The Lives Of The Apostles
Mark discusses common patterns we see in the lives of the apostles that show us what kind of men they are, and how God was able to pull them from their various circumstances to become leaders in his church.
S2 Episode 6: Jeffery R. Holland- Speaking With The Tongue Of Angels
Mark uses talks and lessons given by Elder Jeffery R. Holland to express how we can best speak with the tongue of angels in our homes, and be angels to those around us.
S2 Episode 5: Elder Gerald Causse 101
Mark gives an overview of the life and teachings of one of our newest apostles Elder Gerald Causse.
S2 Episode 4: Jeffery R. Holland - Forgotten Stories
Mark recounts amazing stories from speeches and talks Elder Holland gave that we may have forgotten. Elder Holland was truly a master orator and story teller, he was able to teach incredible principles and lessons through powerful stories.
S2 Episode 3: Jeffery R. Holland - A Master Story Teller
Mark recounts amazing stories from speeches and talks Elder Holland gave in the 1980’s. Elder Holland was truly a master orator and story teller, he was able to teach incredible principles and lessons through powerful stories.
S2 Episode 2: Elder Jeffery R. Holland - A Family Man, Born & Bred
Mark and his wife Janie talk about the impact the life and teachings from Elder Holland on parenting had on them. Elder Holland lived such an impactful life, and was an incredible leader and father. His teachings on parenthood are ones that he truly lived by, and inspired others to live by.
S2 Episode 1: Lessons Learned On Parenting From Elder Jeffery R. Holland
Mark talks about the impact the life and teachings from Elder Holland on parenting had on him. Elder Holland lived such an impactful life, and was an incredible leader and father. His teachings on parenthood are ones that he truly lived by.
Episode 120: Eyes To See: President Thomas S. Monson & Tender Mercies - Part 2
Mark gives detailed stories and experiences of the remarkable times President Monson saw and witnessed the many Tender Mercies of God in his life and ministry.
Episode 119: Eyes To See: President Thomas S. Monson & Tender Mercies
Mark gives detailed stories and experiences of the remarkable times President Monson saw and witnessed the many Tender Mercies of God in his life and ministry.
Episode 118: President Ezra Taft Benson: Life On The Run
Mark gives an overview of the remarkable life of President Ezra Taft Benson and his years as a father, apostle, and prophet.
Episode 117: From Farm Boy to Prophet: The Life of Ezra Taft Benson
Mark gives an overview of the remarkable life of President Ezra Taft Benson and how is early years shaped him into the incredible man and prophet he became. In this episode mark highlights his time as a farm boy, his school years, his mission, and his courtship with his wife. As we get to know Ezra Taft Benson, we can see how God prepared him to become a Prophet of God.
Episode 116: Ezra Taft Benson, a Man of Principle
Mark gives an overview of the remarkable life of President Ezra Taft Benson and his time as the Secretary of Agriculture for the US government. President Benson was a man who stood up for what was right, and never cowered to anyone in high power. His family was also thoroughly involved in making a difference in the DC community and church. The life of President Benson is incredibly remarkable, ins
Episode 115: Mr…. Benson Goes To Washington
Mark gives an overview of the remarkable life of President Ezra Taft Benson and what lead him to an incredible career in Washington DC. President Benson and his family were incredible influences in the community of Washington DC and he was able to accomplish amazing feats in the church and in the political realm. The life of President Benson is incredibly remarkable and intriguing.
Episode 114: Beyond The Pulpit: Who Really Is Dallin H. Oaks? - Part 3
As members of the Church prepare to sustain Dallin H. Oaks as our next prophet, Mark unpacks who President Oaks really is. Discovering more about his life, accomplishments, and family, your confidence in sustaining him as The Prophet will increase.
Episode 113: Beyond The Pulpit: Who Really Is Dallin H. Oaks? - Part 2
As members of the Church prepare to sustain Dallin H. Oaks as our next prophet, Mark unpacks who President Oaks really is. Discovering more about his life, accomplishments, and family, your confidence in sustaining him as The Prophet will increase.
Episode 112: Beyond The Pulpit: Who Really Is Dallin H. Oaks?
As members of the Church prepare to sustain Dallin H. Oaks as our next prophet, Mark unpacks who President Oaks really is. Discovering more about his life, accomplishments, and family, your confidence in sustaining him as The Prophet will increase.
Episode 111: The Life of President Russell M. Nelson
Mark gives a great tribute of our former prophet, and delivers a sound overview of the life of our beloved Prophet Russell M. Nelson. This is an uplifting and spirit filled episode as we morn the loss and remember the impact President Nelson had on the church and the world.
Episode 110: Who Will Be Our New Prophet? - The Doctrine of Succession
Mark explains the doctrine of succession in the church, and how we know who becomes the next prophet once one passes away. We are so thankful for the life and teachings of President Russell M. Nelson. His time as prophet will be remembered by all who loved and followed him. How blessed we are to be part of a Church with an organization and structure, and with prophets and apostles to lead and guid
Episode 109: The Life of President Spencer W. Kimball
Mark dives into the Prophet Spencer W. Kimball, and gives an overview of his life and teachings, and why he holds such a special place in the hearts of so many members. As we study the lives and teaching of these great prophets, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 108: Spencer W. Kimball 101
Mark dives into the Prophet Spencer W. Kimball, and gives an overview of his life and teachings, and why he holds such a special place in the hearts of so many members. As we study the lives and teaching of these great men, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 107: The Life of Harold B. Lee - With Clyde Williams - Part 2
Mark sits down with Clyde Williams, a true scholar on the life of President Lee. They dive into the miraculous life of the Harold B. Lee, and his many accomplishments. Although he served a relatively short stint as prophet, his impact was absolutely incredible. As we study the lives and teaching of these great men, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 106: The Life of Harold B. Lee - With Clyde Williams
Mark sits down with Clyde Williams, a true scholar on the life of President Lee. They dive into the miraculous life of the Harold B. Lee, and his many accomplishments. Although he served a relatively short stint as prophet, his impact was absolutely incredible. As we study the lives and teaching of these great men, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 105: Harold B. Lee 101
Mark dives into the miraculous life of the Harold B. Lee. Although he served a relatively short stint as prophet, his impact was absolutely incredible. As we study the lives and teaching of these great men, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 104: Joseph Fielding Smith 101
Mark dives into the Prophet Joseph Fielding Smith, and gives an overview of his life, and what lead him to becoming a prophet. As we study the lives and teaching of these great men, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 103: David O. Mckay as a Generative Parent- Part 4
Mark dives into the Prophet David O. Mckay as a father, and his teachings on parenthood. Despite David O. Mckay’s busy life as a church leader, apostle, and prophet; he was an incredible parent and husband, and made those duties his greatest priority. Check out Marks Book- No Other Success: The Parenting Practices of David O. Mckay on Amazon, for a deeper look into the life of President Mckay.
Episode 102: David O. Mckay as a Generative Parent- Part 3
Mark dives into the Prophet David O. Mckay as a father, and his teachings on parenthood. Despite David O. Mckay’s busy life as a church leader, apostle, and prophet; he was an incredible parent and husband, and made those duties his greatest priority. Check out Marks Book- No Other Success: The Parenting Practices of David O. Mckay on Amazon, for a deeper look into the life of President Mckay.
Episode 101: David O. Mckay as a Generative Parent- Part 2
Mark dives into the Prophet David O. Mckay as a father, and his teachings on parenthood. Despite David O. Mckay’s busy life as a church leader, apostle, and prophet; he was an incredible parent and husband, and made those duties his greatest priority. Check out Marks Book- No Other Success: The Parenting Practices of David O. Mckay on Amazon, for a deeper look into the life of President Mckay.
Episode 100: David O. Mckay as a Generative Parent- Part 1
Mark dives into the Prophet David O. Mckay as a father, and his teachings on parenthood. Despite David O. Mckay’s busy life as a church leader, apostle, and prophet; he was an incredible parent and husband, and made those duties his greatest priority. Check out Marks Book- No Other Success: The Parenting Practices of David O. Mckay on Amazon, for a deeper look into the life of President Mckay.
Episode 99: Helping Our Youth Find Their Own Sacred Grove (From the Preserving Families Podcast)
Mark and Janie talk about the power that comes into our lives from visiting church historical sites. They discuss their own personal experiences, and the experiences of others who have deeply strengthened their faith by visiting these sites. Mark and Janie encourage everyone who can to prioritize visiting church history sites and temples to help our youth feel the power of the restoration.
Episode 98: The Teachings of David O. Mckay- With Mary Jane Woodger
Mark mark speaks with David O. Mckay expert, Mary Jane Woodger on the teachings of President David O. Mckay. As we come to know more about the presidents of the church, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 97: The Life of David O. Mckay- With Mary Jane Woodger
Mark mark speaks with David O. Mckay expert, Mary Jane Woodger on the life of President David O. Mckay. As we come to know more about the presidents of the church, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 96: David O. Mckay 101
Mark does an overview of the life of President David O. Mckay. As we come to know more about the presidents of the church, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 95: The Prophet George Albert Smith Part 2- With Mary Jane Woodger
Mark sits down with Mary Jane Woodger to overview the life of President George Albert Smith. They discuss his hobbies, marriage, call to apostleship, and his struggle with mental illness.
Episode 94: The Prophet George Albert Smith Part 1- With Mary Jane Woodger
Mark sits down with Mary Jane Woodger to overview the life of President George Albert Smith. They discuss his hobbies, marriage, call to apostleship, and his struggle with mental illness.
Episode 93: In the Service of Others: The Legacy of George Albert Smith
Mark reviews some of the amazing acts of kindness of President George Albert Smith. President Smith made kindness his mantra, and because of that that his life and teachings are touching and inspirational. As we come to know more about the presidents of the church, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 92: George Albert Smith 101
Mark does an overview of the life of President George Albert Smith. As we come to know more about the presidents of the church, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 91: Heber J. Grant As Family Man
Mark does an overview of the life of President Heber J. Grant. As we come to know more about the presidents of the church, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 90: Follow The Prophet
Mark shares amazing stories and lessons from the lives of the prophets and members of our church to emphasize the importance of following prophets. Prophets are Gods mouth piece on earth, and as we heed them, we will draw closer to our Heavenly Father.
Episode 89: Heber J. Grant 101
Mark does an overview of the life of President Heber J. Grant. As we come to know more about the presidents of the church, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 88: April 2025 Conference Review- With Phil Allred
General Conference is a time to be sanctified, edified, reinvigorated, enlightened, and inspired. Listen to Mark and Phil discuss impressions and insights they received during conference, and some of the talks that stood out to them.
Episode 87: Are You Ready For General Conference?
General Conference is a time to be sanctified, edified, reinvigorated, enlightened, and inspired. As church leaders prepare for countless hours to teach us at the conference, we can do our part to be prepared spiritually, mentally, and physically for the messages we will receive. Tune in this week as Mark discusses ways we can prepare, and what conference meant to him, as a young convert to the ch
Episode 86: The Life of Joseph F. Smith (Part 2)
Mark takes a deeper dive into the life and teachings of this beloved prophet Joseph F. Smith. Mark, a professor and author, gives great stories, and insights on who Joseph F. Smith really was. Mark has published articles on the prophet Joseph F. Smith, and is a great resource in knowing more about this great prophet.
Episode 85: The Life of Joseph F. Smith (Part 1)
Mark takes a deeper dive into the life and teachings of this beloved prophet Joseph F. Smith. Mark, a professor and author, gives great stories, and insights on who Joseph F. Smith really was. Mark has published articles on the prophet Joseph F. Smith, and is a great resource in knowing more about this great prophet.
Episode 84: Joseph F. Smith 101
Mark discusses the life and teachings of this beloved prophet Joseph F. Smith. Mark, a professor and author, gives great stories, and insights on who Joseph F. Smith really was. Mark has published articles on the prophet Joseph F. Smith, and is a great resource in knowing more about this prophet.
Episode 83: The Life of Lorenzo Snow- with Clyde Williams (Part 2)
Mark speaks with Clyde Williams, an expert on President Lorenzo Snow, to discuss the life and teachings of this beloved prophet. Clyde, a professor and author, gives great stories, and insights on who Lorenzo Snow really was.
Episode 82: The Life of Lorenzo Snow- with Clyde Williams
Mark speaks with Clyde Williams, an expert on President Lorenzo Snow, to discuss the life and teachings of this beloved prophet. Clyde, a professor and author, gives great stories, and insights on who Lorenzo Snow really was.
Episode 81: Lorenzo Snow 101
Mark overviews the life of President Lorenzo Snow. His life and teachings are inspirational, powerful, and spiritual. Lorenzo Snow left such an impact on everyone he came in contact with, and also, the future of the church. This is a great episode before we take a deeper dive into his life in the coming 2 episodes.
Episode 80: The Life of Wilford Woodruff- With Jennifer Mackley (Part 2)
Jennifer Mackley is THE authority on the prophet Wilford Woodruff. She is the co-founder of the Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation, and an outstanding lawyer. Jennifer has so many insights and stories that you may have never heard before. As we study the life of this great man, our lives can be spiritually strengthened. Visit wilforwoodruffpapers.org for more information on the life of Wilford Woo
Episode 79: The Life of Wilford Woodruff- With Jennifer Mackley
Jennifer Mackley is THE authority on the prophet Wilford Woodruff. She is the co-founder of the Wilford Woodruff Papers Foundation, and an outstanding lawyer. Jennifer has so many insights and stories that you may have never heard before. As we study the life of this great man, our lives can be spiritually strengthened.
Episode 78: Wilford Woodruff 101
Dr. Mark Ogletree recount amazing stories and teachings from the life of Wilford Woodruff. This episode is a brief synopsis of the prophets life before we take a deep dive in coming episodes.
Episode 77: John Taylor (Part 2) -With Special Guest, Mary Jane Woodger
BYU Professor, Mary Jane Woodger and Dr. Mark Ogletree recount amazing stories and teachings from the life of President John Taylor. Mary Jane give great insights into his life as an amazing historian, and as a direct descendant of John Taylor. You will hear amazing stories you have never heard before, and be uplifted by the faithfulness of this modern prophet.
Episode 76: John Taylor- With Special Guest, Mary Jane Woodger
BYU Professor, Mary Jane Woodger and Dr. Mark Ogletree recount amazing stories and teachings from the life of President John Taylor. Mary Jane give great insights into his life as an amazing historian, and as a direct descendant of John Taylor. You will hear amazing stories you have never heard before, and be uplifted by the faithfulness of this modern prophet.
Episode 75: John Taylor 101
Dive in with Dr. Mark Ogletree as he gives a great overview on who President John Taylor was as a man, father, and prophet.
Episode 74: Personalities of the Prophets
Dr. Mark Ogletree some significant personality differences between our modern prophets, and why each of them are so uniquely qualified to be the prophet in their certain eras.
Episode 73: Who is Brigham Young? With Ken Alford Part 2
Dr. Kenneth L. Alford is a professor of Church history and doctrine and Colonel, U.S. Army (Retired). His areas of expertise include, Latter-day Saint participation in military conflicts, the American Civil War, the Utah War, the Doctrine and Covenants, the Hyrum Smith Papers, pedagogy, and strategic leadership.In this episode Ken Alford, gives us great insights into the life of Brigham Young, who
Episode 72: Who is Brigham Young? -With Ken Alford
Dr. Kenneth L. Alford is a professor of Church history and doctrine and Colonel, U.S. Army (Retired). His areas of expertise include, Latter-day Saint participation in military conflicts, the American Civil War, the Utah War, the Doctrine and Covenants, the Hyrum Smith Papers, pedagogy, and strategic leadership.In this episode Ken Alford, gives us great insights into the life of Brigham Young, who
Episode 71: Brigham Young at Home
Mark gives an inside look into Brigham Young as a husband and father.
Episode 70: Brigham Young 101
Mark dives into the life of Brigham Young and his incredible life story of how he joined the church, became the second president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, and built up the church in the Rocky Mountains.
Episode 69: The Power of Sustaining
Mark shares inspirational and insightful stories and lessons on how we can better sustain our prophets. In a world where so many turn from the prophets, and want the prophets to conform to their views; Mark shares how we can deepen our love and sustaining efforts toward our church leaders.
Episode 68: Joseph Smith & His Love of Children
Dr. Mark Ogletree talks about the impact the Prophet Joseph had on so many of the children and youth in his life. He was a protector, and defender of the children. Many times, he put their needs above his own. Joseph engaged with them often to teach, play, and work. So many accounts from the children and youth that knew Joseph on a personal level spoke so highly and affectionately of him. Tune in
Episode 67: Joseph Smith, the Athlete- with Alex Baugh
Alexander L. Baugh is a professor and former chair of the Department of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University, where he has been a full-time faculty member since 1995. He specializes in researching and writing about the Missouri period of early Church history. Alex is a true expert of church history during the time of Joseph Smith.Do not miss this episode with Alex as we discuss
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