Castos https://armed-with-truth.my.speakpodcasting.com Empowering the youth of today to become a sin resistant generation. Each episode features powerful truths that will help strengthen and safeguard youth from moral temptations. Wed, 05 Jan 2022 18:42:00 +0000 en ©2021 https://episodes.castos.com/60660f26e13d64-18687645/images/c28c68298383b5402234bf562f7a9763.jpeg https://armed-with-truth.my.speakpodcasting.com Empowering the youth of today to become a sin resistant generation. Each episode features powerful truths that will help strengthen and safeguard youth from moral temptations. Lisa Bruneel episodic Empowering the youth of today to become a sin resistant generation. Each episode features powerful truths that will help strengthen and safeguard youth from moral temptations. Lisa Bruneel lisabruneel8@gmail.com false https://feeds.castos.com/416pw no Wed, 05 Jan 2022 18:42:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/they-that-be-with-us https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/they-that-be-with-us In today's episode I talk about angels, the strength and power they can bring to our lives, and how we can receive even more of this divine help by participating in family history and temple work. They that be with us are more than they that be with them.

]]> full 26 1 false In today's episode I talk about angels, the strength and power they can bring to our lives, and how we can receive even more of this divine help by participating in family history and temple work. They that be with us are more than they that be with them.

]]> 00:32:59 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 08:34:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/unto-us-a-child-is-born https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/unto-us-a-child-is-born In this episode I talk about the beautiful titles of the Savior found in Isaiah 9:6 and what they can mean personally to each of us.

]]> full 25 1 false In this episode I talk about the beautiful titles of the Savior found in Isaiah 9:6 and what they can mean personally to each of us.

]]> 00:20:23 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 20:17:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/boston-rodney-warner https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/boston-rodney-warner This episode is a tribute to my magnificent grandson Boston Rodney Warner and the love and lessons that have come into my life because of him.

]]> full 24 1 false This episode is a tribute to my magnificent grandson Boston Rodney Warner and the love and lessons that have come into my life because of him.

]]> 00:26:55 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 15:48:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/follow-the-prophet https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/follow-the-prophet In today"s episode I talk about God's living prophet on earth- President Russell M.Nelson. I talk the importance of gaining a personal testimony of the prophet and following his words, and discuss three ways that can help you gain your own testimony. I also give some suggestions for experiencing greater personal power as you listen to General Conference.

]]> full 23 1 false In today"s episode I talk about God's living prophet on earth- President Russell M.Nelson. I talk the importance of gaining a personal testimony of the prophet and following his words, and discuss three ways that can help you gain your own testimony. I also give some suggestions for experiencing greater personal power as you listen to General Conference.

]]> 00:24:42 Tue, 21 Sep 2021 23:11:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/awake-put-on-thy-strength https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/awake-put-on-thy-strength In today's episode I talk about Satan's tactic of casualness, and how it leads to spiritual casualties. He works to keep us from being part of the Lord's work and fulfilling our individual missions, but we can do as the scriptures admonish and awake. We can awake to his tactic of casualness, we can awake to the way he uses this tactic on us personally , we can awake to our individual missions and purpose, and we can awake to the ways we can put on strength and be true disciples of Jesus Christ.

]]> full 22 1 false In today's episode I talk about Satan's tactic of casualness, and how it leads to spiritual casualties. He works to keep us from being part of the Lord's work and fulfilling our individual missions, but we can do as the scriptures admonish and awake. We can awake to his tactic of casualness, we can awake to the way he uses this tactic on us personally , we can awake to our individual missions and purpose, and we can awake to the ways we can put on strength and be true disciples of Jesus Christ.

]]> 00:20:22 Wed, 15 Sep 2021 08:55:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/made-strong-through-christ39s-grace https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/made-strong-through-christ39s-grace In today's episode we talk about the overwhelming feeling of not being enough. We talk about the truths surrounding weakness found in the scripture Ether 12:27. We learn that our mortal condition of weakness is given to us from the Savior so that we will be humble, and we discuss the miracle that through Christ's grace our weak things can be made strong.

]]> full 21 1 false In today's episode we talk about the overwhelming feeling of not being enough. We talk about the truths surrounding weakness found in the scripture Ether 12:27. We learn that our mortal condition of weakness is given to us from the Savior so that we will be humble, and we discuss the miracle that through Christ's grace our weak things can be made strong.

]]> 00:25:17 Wed, 21 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/a-personal-interview-with-my-husband https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/a-personal-interview-with-my-husband Get ready for a personal story of redemption and recovery through the Savior Jesus Christ. In this episode we interview my husband Zach. His courage, vulnerability, and insight invite us all to experience the love and the Atonement of the Savior in a deeper and more personal way.

]]> full false Get ready for a personal story of redemption and recovery through the Savior Jesus Christ. In this episode we interview my husband Zach. His courage, vulnerability, and insight invite us all to experience the love and the Atonement of the Savior in a deeper and more personal way.

]]> 00:56:48 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:32:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-breaking-out-of-shame-and-isolation-1 https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-breaking-out-of-shame-and-isolation-1 In today's episode I talk about the most important tool for breaking out of shame and isolation- connection!  I discuss three powerful ways to connect and I share powerful words from a courageous 18 year old girl who overcame an addiction to pornography.

]]> full 19 1 false In today's episode I talk about the most important tool for breaking out of shame and isolation- connection!  I discuss three powerful ways to connect and I share powerful words from a courageous 18 year old girl who overcame an addiction to pornography.

]]> 00:26:29 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 11:32:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-breaking-out-of-shame-and-isolation https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-breaking-out-of-shame-and-isolation In today's episode I talk about the most important tool for breaking out of shame and isolation- connection!  I discuss three powerful ways to connect and I share powerful words from a courageous 18 year old girl who overcame an addiction to pornography.

]]> full 19 1 false In today's episode I talk about the most important tool for breaking out of shame and isolation- connection!  I discuss three powerful ways to connect and I share powerful words from a courageous 18 year old girl who overcame an addiction to pornography.

]]> 00:26:29 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 03:00:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/the-power-of-the-book-of-mormon https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/the-power-of-the-book-of-mormon In today's episode we discuss the power the Book of Mormon has to strengthen us against sin and temptation. We learn how to incorporate prayer writing and reading into our scripture study and how to capture scriptures for ourselves.

]]> full false In today's episode we discuss the power the Book of Mormon has to strengthen us against sin and temptation. We learn how to incorporate prayer writing and reading into our scripture study and how to capture scriptures for ourselves.

]]> 00:23:59 Wed, 16 Jun 2021 05:00:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-17-modesty-part-2 https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-17-modesty-part-2 In this episode we continue our discussion about modesty. We talk about Satan and four of Satan's deceptive messages that have likely impacted all of us. We end by talking about personal revelation and how we can come to know the truths surrounding modesty for ourselves. We can have courage and faith to learn these truths and live the Lord's standard of modesty.

]]> full 17 1 false In this episode we continue our discussion about modesty. We talk about Satan and four of Satan's deceptive messages that have likely impacted all of us. We end by talking about personal revelation and how we can come to know the truths surrounding modesty for ourselves. We can have courage and faith to learn these truths and live the Lord's standard of modesty.

]]> 00:26:35 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 03:54:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-16-modesty-part-1 https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-16-modesty-part-1 In today's episode we talk about the truths surrounding modesty. We set aside our previous ideas, opinions, and knowledge about modesty and open our minds to truth. We remove the outward focused lens that we commonly use when looking at modesty, and instead learn ways to focus both inward and upward.

]]> full 16 1 false In today's episode we talk about the truths surrounding modesty. We set aside our previous ideas, opinions, and knowledge about modesty and open our minds to truth. We remove the outward focused lens that we commonly use when looking at modesty, and instead learn ways to focus both inward and upward.

]]> 00:26:33 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 03:20:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-15-the-law-of-chastity https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-15-the-law-of-chastity In this episode we talk about the Lord's law of chastity. We discuss how Satan seeks to poison us by degrees concerning sexual immorality. We address some common ways he tempts us beginning with our thoughts, through technology and media, sexual fantasy, and our interactions with others. We are reminded that we can repent and be forgiven of sexual sin. We end by emphasizing that Jesus Christ loves us, and that our Heavenly Father will strengthen us in our efforts to live the law of chastity.

]]> full 15 1 false In this episode we talk about the Lord's law of chastity. We discuss how Satan seeks to poison us by degrees concerning sexual immorality. We address some common ways he tempts us beginning with our thoughts, through technology and media, sexual fantasy, and our interactions with others. We are reminded that we can repent and be forgiven of sexual sin. We end by emphasizing that Jesus Christ loves us, and that our Heavenly Father will strengthen us in our efforts to live the law of chastity.

]]> 00:29:20 Wed, 26 May 2021 03:00:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-14-honesty-rigorous-honesty https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-14-honesty-rigorous-honesty In this episode we discuss honesty. We explore three different forms of dishonesty- lying, stealing, and cheating. We discuss the concept of rigorous honesty and how applying it in our lives can bring us freedom from secrets with Satan. We also get to hear some powerful stories of youth who made a commitment to be completely honest for two days.

]]> full 14 1 false In this episode we discuss honesty. We explore three different forms of dishonesty- lying, stealing, and cheating. We discuss the concept of rigorous honesty and how applying it in our lives can bring us freedom from secrets with Satan. We also get to hear some powerful stories of youth who made a commitment to be completely honest for two days.

]]> 00:30:26 Wed, 19 May 2021 03:04:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-13-the-power-of-integrity-being-true-to-yourself https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-13-the-power-of-integrity-being-true-to-yourself In today's episode we discuss being true to ourselves. We explore the idea of being authentic, including the practice of vulnerability. We talk about how combining authenticity with the knowledge of our potential can lead us to something even more powerful- integrity. We discuss how to learn from the moments when we fail to act with integrity, and ways we can act with greater integrity inviting strengthened power into our lives..

]]> full 13 1 false In today's episode we discuss being true to ourselves. We explore the idea of being authentic, including the practice of vulnerability. We talk about how combining authenticity with the knowledge of our potential can lead us to something even more powerful- integrity. We discuss how to learn from the moments when we fail to act with integrity, and ways we can act with greater integrity inviting strengthened power into our lives..

]]> 00:25:53 Wed, 12 May 2021 03:49:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-12-the-doctrine-of-the-soul https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-12-the-doctrine-of-the-soul In today's episode we talk about the truths surrounding our souls. The spirit and the body together are the soul of man. We learn that a focus on souls- our own souls and the souls of others- can be a powerful tool to strengthen and safeguard us in the war against Satan.

]]> full 12 1 false In today's episode we talk about the truths surrounding our souls. The spirit and the body together are the soul of man. We learn that a focus on souls- our own souls and the souls of others- can be a powerful tool to strengthen and safeguard us in the war against Satan.

]]> 00:24:23 Wed, 05 May 2021 03:00:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-11-faith-in-jesus-christ-propels-us-to-action https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-11-faith-in-jesus-christ-propels-us-to-action In today's episode, we explore the principle of faith. We talk about the fact that questions are an essential part of faith and that true faith propels us to action- physical and mental action. We also talk about specific actions of faith that can strengthen you and bring you added power from the Savior in your battle against lust, immorality, and pornography.

]]> full 11 1 false In today's episode, we explore the principle of faith. We talk about the fact that questions are an essential part of faith and that true faith propels us to action- physical and mental action. We also talk about specific actions of faith that can strengthen you and bring you added power from the Savior in your battle against lust, immorality, and pornography.

]]> 00:23:52 Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:50:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-10-a-personal-interview-with-will-overcoming-lust-and-pornography-addiction https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-10-a-personal-interview-with-will-overcoming-lust-and-pornography-addiction This episode is the first ever interview of Armed With Truth! We have the amazing opportunity to hear a personal story of overcoming lust and pornography addiction. Will is powerful and his testimony of the Savior is deep. I know you’re going to love him!!

]]> full 10 1 false This episode is the first ever interview of Armed With Truth! We have the amazing opportunity to hear a personal story of overcoming lust and pornography addiction. Will is powerful and his testimony of the Savior is deep. I know you’re going to love him!!

]]> 00:39:27 Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-9-pornography-use-the-real-truth-1 https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-9-pornography-use-the-real-truth-1 In today's episode we talk about the truths surrounding pornography. I use the story of Pinocchio to illustrate the way pornography can impact us personally. We discuss three simple things to do when we see pornography as well as some beginning steps for overcoming pornography use. We end by remembering that Christ's power is mightier than Satan and mightier than the temptation of pornography.

]]> full 9 1 false In today's episode we talk about the truths surrounding pornography. I use the story of Pinocchio to illustrate the way pornography can impact us personally. We discuss three simple things to do when we see pornography as well as some beginning steps for overcoming pornography use. We end by remembering that Christ's power is mightier than Satan and mightier than the temptation of pornography.

]]> 00:30:43 Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:59:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-8-lust-satan39s-counterfeit-to-connection-and-intimacy https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-8-lust-satan39s-counterfeit-to-connection-and-intimacy In today's episode we talk about the core element of all sexual temptations- lust. We discuss how lust is Satan's counterfeit to intimate connections with others, and we learn how to start addressing lust in our lives today.

]]> full 8 1 false In today's episode we talk about the core element of all sexual temptations- lust. We discuss how lust is Satan's counterfeit to intimate connections with others, and we learn how to start addressing lust in our lives today.

]]> 00:26:42 Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:59:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-7-the-lord39s-youth-battalion https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-7-the-lord39s-youth-battalion In today's episode we talk about the truth that you are a spirit held in reserve to come forth in these days. You have been called by a prophet of God to be part of the Lord’s Youth Battalion, to gather Israel and to prepare the world for the second coming of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

]]> full 7 1 false In today's episode we talk about the truth that you are a spirit held in reserve to come forth in these days. You have been called by a prophet of God to be part of the Lord’s Youth Battalion, to gather Israel and to prepare the world for the second coming of the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

]]> 00:19:20 Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:44:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-6-receive-the-gift-of-the-holy-ghost https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-6-receive-the-gift-of-the-holy-ghost In today's episode we talk about how to truly receive the gift of the Holy Ghost and how it is absolutely essential to your spiritual survival that you learn how the Holy Ghost speaks personally to you.

]]> full 6 1 false In today's episode we talk about how to truly receive the gift of the Holy Ghost and how it is absolutely essential to your spiritual survival that you learn how the Holy Ghost speaks personally to you.

]]> 00:22:12 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:58:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-5-your-jesus https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-5-your-jesus In this episode we discuss the truth that Jesus Christ is each of our personal savior, and that through his Atonement we can repent and be cleansed. We talk about how the powerful practice of daily repentance can strengthen each of us and bring us joy.

]]> full 5 1 false In this episode we discuss the truth that Jesus Christ is each of our personal savior, and that through his Atonement we can repent and be cleansed. We talk about how the powerful practice of daily repentance can strengthen each of us and bring us joy.

]]> 00:19:35 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:58:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-4-god39s-love https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-4-god39s-love In today's episode we talk about the foundational truth that God loves each of us. We address some things that get in the way of feeling Gods love and we learn how to see his love more clearly in our lives.

]]> full 4 1 false In today's episode we talk about the foundational truth that God loves each of us. We address some things that get in the way of feeling Gods love and we learn how to see his love more clearly in our lives.

]]> 00:18:04 Wed, 10 Mar 2021 11:58:00 +0000 Lisa Bruneel https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/podcasts/25070/episodes/episode-3-we-are-in-a-literal-war https://armed-with-truth.castos.com/episodes/episode-3-we-are-in-a-literal-war In this episode we talk about the reality of Satan. We are in a literal war today for our souls, and the souls of those we love. We can choose to fight and be armed with the power of Jesus Christ.

]]> full 3 1 false In this episode we talk about the reality of Satan. We are in a literal war today for our souls, and the souls of those we love. We can choose to fight and be armed with the power of Jesus Christ.

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