Join us for a truly inspiring conversation with Dr. Charles Mulli, founder of the Mully Children's Family (MCF) in Kenya. Dr. Mulli shares his remarkable and miraculous life journey, beginning with being abandoned by his parents at age five and spending his childhood begging on the streets. This episode traces his path from utter destitution to becoming a highly successful entrepreneur in Kenya, owning a fleet of buses and an oil distribution business. The pivotal moment came when God directe...

In this powerful episode of Temple Bound, we continue our deep dive into Mark’s groundbreaking book by exploring the second half, where ancient temples, Restoration revelation, and modern temple worship connect into one unified pattern. Mark walks us through a sweeping scriptural and historical journey, from the Garden of Eden, to Adam-ondi-Ahman, to Mount Sinai, to the Tabernacle, and ultimately to the Restoration of temple ordinances in Kirtland. If you’ve ever wondered: Did temples really ...

In this incredibly insightful episode of Temple Bound, we sit down with Mark and Mandy Mathews, a Stake President and veteran Seminaries and Institutes teacher, and author of the groundbreaking book, Understanding Your Temple Experience. Mark shares the passion that drove him to write this vital guide, the heartbreak of a newly endowed student who felt "confused" by the temple endowment. Mark explains how his book, praised by the hosts as the book they wish they had before their first temple ...

This week on Temple Bound, prepare for the most fun you've ever had listening to an episode! We welcome the incredibly talented and viral Latter-day Saint comedian and musician, Emily Pack. Emily, known for her uplifting, positive, and hilarious ukulele songs about the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints culture, shares her powerful conversion story—an arc filled with light and darkness, humor and healing. She opens up about battling generalized anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and how ...

Host Will Humphreys welcomes former Primary President Lari Hunt for an inspired discussion on how even the youngest members of the Church can become powerful leaders in the work of salvation. Lari shares her journey, prompted by the direction of former General Primary President Joy D. Jones, to ignite a fire in her ward—starting with the Primary children. This episode reveals the powerful, often-unseen potential of involving children in finding ancestors, indexing, and preparing names for tem...

Will Humphreys with author and temple educator Melinda Wheelwright Brown to discuss her powerful book, An Endowment of Love: Embracing Christ’s Covenant Way of Living and Loving. This episode is a must-listen for anyone preparing for the temple or seeking a deeper, more expansive understanding of the covenants we make. Melinda shares the key mental shifts that can transform the way we view the temple. Learn why we should think of the core covenants, obedience, sacrifice, the Gospel of Jesus C...

Parenting can make it hard to inspire a passion for temple worship in our kids, but today’s guest, Jacki Hanks, shares a miraculous story that completely changed her family’s culture. What started as a competitive "game" between siblings snowballed into an outpouring of faith, resulting in her family completing over 15,000 temple ordinances in a single year! Jacki shares the pivotal moment, a flat tire turned spiritual victory that ignited their fire for temple service. Hear how they leverage...

In this inspiring episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys talks with Isabel Dizon "Sab" about her journey of finding deeper faith and resilience after a devastating typhoon hit her family in the Philippines. The conversation takes a powerful turn as Sab describes the terrifying moment when Typhoon Egay (Typhoon Emong) flooded their home in La Union, Philippines, in July. With water rising fast and roads blocked by fallen trees, she and her husband led their terrified children in worship ...

Have you ever struggled with the feeling that you’re just not measuring up? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the concept of toxic perfectionism and the freedom found in truly understanding the Savior’s commandment, "Be ye therefore perfect." Our guest Jeff Benintendi shares his intensely personal 25-year struggle with self-doubt and feeling unworthy, even while serving faithfully in the Church and as a temple worker. Inspired by a talk from Elder Jeffrey R. Holland, we explore how ...

Is Your Life TOO Busy for Temple Service? Find Out Why Bart McDonald Said YES to Being an Ordinance Worker! Many of us believe that serving as a temple ordinance worker is a calling reserved for retirement or when life finally slows down. But what if the Lord is asking you to serve right now, in the middle of your busiest season? In this inspiring episode of Temple Bound, host Will speaks with Bart McDonald, a business builder, father, and former bishop who accepted the invitation to serve in...

Feeling anxious about the Second Coming? Join host Will Humphreys and guest Rachele Bascom as they explore Elder Dale G. Renlund's talk, "Personal Preparation to Meet the Savior," and discover how preparing for Christ's return can bring peace and joy. In this episode, they discuss the three parables Jesus shared to help us prepare for His Second Coming: The Parable of the Ten Virgins: Learn how to "add drops of oil" to your lamp and avoid deception by focusing on Christ and inviting the Holy ...

In this episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys is joined by Bishop Brock Booher and his wife, Britt, for a heartfelt conversation on the principle of sustaining—inspired by Elder Ronald A. Rasband’s General Conference talk, “Behold, I Am the Light Which Ye Shall Hold Up.” The Boohers share personal stories, including their family’s pioneer journey to the Manti Temple, and expand the idea of what it means to be a pioneer in today’s Church. Together, they explore: How sustaining leaders a...

Welcome back to Temple Bound! In this week's episode, host Will Humphreys sits down with author and LDS Living contributor Michelle Wilson to share a deeply personal and unforgettable experience at the Provo City Center Temple. Have you ever felt like you're not "enough" to be in the Lord's house? Michelle's story, originally shared in a beloved LDS Living article, is a powerful reminder that the Savior meets us right where we are—sweaty, frizzy-haired, in jeans and Adidas. Michelle, the auth...

In this episode of Temple Bound, Brenda Angle shares her experiences from her most recent trip to Africa, where she helped members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints attend the temple in Nairobi, Kenya. This was Brenda's second trip, and it was a direct result of the success of her first visit, which was an open house to help people become familiar with the temple. This time, the purpose was for the Saints to perform sacred ordinances, including baptisms, endowments, and seali...

Join us on this powerful episode of Temple Bound as we explore what it truly means to "draw near unto me" from President Eyring’s April 2025 General Conference talk. Alaina and Jason Couch share a deeply personal and moving conversation about finding strength in the temple, especially during life's most challenging moments. Initially, President Eyring's talk may not seem directly related to the temple, but Alaina’s story from the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic beautifully illustrates how ...

In an age of global challenges and immense human suffering, it's a fair question to ask: "Why is the Church spending so much money on temples?" On this episode of Temple Bound, Will Humphreys and his guest Bryce Bender—co-host of the Companionship Study Podcast—provide a powerful and inspired answer. Drawing from the teachings of President Russell M. Nelson and other Church leaders, they explain why the building of temples is the ultimate act of preparing a people for the Savior’s return. Bry...

In this thought-provoking episode of Temple Bound, we dive into the controversial truths behind commonly given marriage advice, especially for those sealed in the temple. Monica Tanner, author of Bad Marriage Advice, joins us to challenge traditional perspectives that can unintentionally harm marriages rather than help them. Monica shares her unique journey from being raised Jewish to converting to the LDS Church and how her 23 years of marriage and decades of coaching have shaped her insight...

What’s the oil in your lamp made of? Will and Heather close this 3-part series with the Brother of Jared’s glowing stones, personal stories of faith, and powerful insights into the parable of the ten virgins. This is a heartfelt guide to preparing for Christ’s return—with confidence, trust, and intentional shine. Key Takeaways: True readiness for Christ's return is built on a deep, personal relationship with Him, symbolized by the "oil" in our lamps.Trials are often the "presses" that help us...

Join us on Temple Bound as we hear the incredibly powerful story of Elder Jayden Laursen, a service missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Jayden shares his remarkable journey from being an "anti-church" teenager involved with a "rough crowd" to becoming a passionate advocate for the gospel and a dedicated temple worker. In this episode, you'll discover: Jayden's Dramatic Conversion: Learn how unexpected encounters and the quiet influence of conference talks led him b...

Have you ever wondered if your relationship with God could be more profound, more personal, more bound? In this transformative episode of Temple Bound, host Will Humphreys sits down with the insightful Natalie Burton to unravel the depths of President Russell M. Nelson's pivotal October 2022 Liahona message on the Everlasting Covenant. This isn't just another discussion about covenants; it's a spiritual compass for anyone seeking to understand their divine connection. Natalie, a beloved teach...