In this episode of Built By Him, we explore the meaning, purpose, and personal impact of patriarchal blessings within the LDS faith. Often described as a “personal scripture,” these blessings can offer guidance, identity, and a sense of divine direction—but they can also raise questions about interpretation, timing, and expectations.

We talk about what a patriarchal blessing is, how members prepare to receive one, and the role it plays over a lifetime. We also dive into the deeper themes—lineage, promises, and spiritual responsibility—and discuss how to approach these blessings with faith while staying grounded in real-life experiences.

Whether you’ve already received your blessing, are considering it, or are simply curious about this aspect of Latter-day Saint belief, this conversation is about seeking understanding and recognizing how God works individually with each of us.

In this episode, we talk about BYUtv’s new series Leap of Faith and why the stories behind it are so meaningful to us. The show follows teens from different backgrounds as they step outside their comfort zones, serve others around the world, and learn what it really means to trust God through hard things. We share some of our favorite moments from the show, talk about people we know who were part of the experience, and reflect on how faith, service, and human connection can change lives. It’s a conversation about growth, perspective, and what can happen when people choose to take a leap of faith.

General Conference just wrapped and Anna Hoole and the cohosts have thoughts. In this episode, they share their personal favorite talks, the moments that actually stopped them in their tracks, and what the Prophet said that they're still sitting with. When you step back and think about it, living in a time where Apostles of Jesus Christ speak directly to us twice a year is kind of unreal. This is an episode you don't want to miss!