Come, Follow Me: BYU Speeches Podcast Moses 1 | Cliff Walking | S. Olani Durrant | July 1984 - Come, Follow Me
Jan 5, 2026
S. Olani Durrant, the former Associate Dean of Engineering and Technology at BYU, dives into the metaphor of 'cliff walking' to explore the dangers of temptation. He parallels spiritual battles to Hawaiian spear-training, emphasizing the relentless tactics of Satan. Durrant shares personal stories of addiction and the impact of small compromises that lead to larger downfalls. He underscores the importance of family support and proactive measures to resist temptation, while urging listeners to strive for faithfulness in life's challenges.
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Temptation Is Cliff Walking
- S. Olani Durrant compares temptation to walking at the edge of a cliff and Satan's enticements as the view that draws us closer to danger.
- He warns that the thrill of nearing the edge often blinds people to the real risk until they fall.
Hawaiian Sham Battles And Spears
- Durrant recounts Hawaiian sham-battle training where warriors threw and caught spears to rearm themselves in combat.
- He uses King Kamehameha's skill catching multiple spears as a vivid illustration of the practice.
Satan's Warfare Is Real And Calculated
- He contrasts the sham battle's game-like nature with Satan's deadly intent and precise planning.
- Durrant stresses Satan's attacks are not playful but aimed to separate us from the iron rod.