General Conference Applied
General Conference Applied is a podcast focused on building faith in Jesus Christ. Every six months, leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gather to share messages in General Conference. This podcast consists of an in-depth look at each of these messages, including the invitations and promises presented by the speakers.
The hosts for this podcast are Mitch Peterson (https://mitchellryanpeterson.com) and Clay Soelberg, both of whom are active members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
The views expressed in this podcast are those of its creators.
Latest episodes
May 11, 2025 • 1h 11min
"Worship"
5/11/2025: S5 E9, Episode 118, Elder D. Todd Christofferson, April 2025 General Conference, "Worship".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "May we, as the ancient Nephites and Lamanites, 'fall down at the feet of Jesus, and … worship him.'"2. "May we, as commanded by Jesus, 'fall down and worship the Father in [the] name [of the Son].'"3. "May we receive the Holy Spirit and yield our hearts to God."4. "[May we] have no other gods before Him."5. "As disciples of Jesus Christ, [may we] emulate His character in our own lives."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
May 8, 2025 • 1h 9min
"The Atonement of Jesus Christ Provides the Ultimate Rescue"
5/8/2025: S5 E8, Episode 117, Elder Quentin L. Cook, April 2025 General Conference, "The Atonement of Jesus Christ Provides the Ultimate Rescue".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "Rely on Jesus Christ and His Atonement."2. "Do not underestimate the importance of doing what we can to rescue others from physical and especially spiritual challenges."3. "Gratefully accept the Savior's Atonement."4. "We all should strive to exhibit joy and happiness even as we face the challenges of life. Our goal should be to live optimistically on the sunny side of the street."5. "Set aside consistent time to faithfully contemplate the Savior's Atonement."6. "Regular attendance in a temple where possible."7. "We must never forget the sacrifices and examples of prior generations, but our adulation, appreciation, and worship should be centered on the Savior of the world and His atoning sacrifice."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
May 4, 2025 • 1h 6min
"The Times of Restitution of All Things"
5/4/2025: S5 E7, Episode 116, Elder David A. Bednar, April 2025 General Conference, "The Times of Restitution of All Things".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "Consider the importance and ongoing impact of this singular event (the organization of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on April 6, 1830) in the history of the world."2. "I invite all to learn about and prove this message ["that the Lord Jesus Christ has restored His gospel and Church in the latter days"]."3. "Pray earnestly with the expectation to both receive and act upon an answer from God, as did young Joseph Smith."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
May 1, 2025 • 1h 7min
"'By This All Will Know That You Are My Disciples'"
5/1/2025: S5 E6, Episode 115, Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf, April 2025 General Conference, "'By This All Will Know That You Are My Disciples'".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "The Savior declared that He restored His Church so 'that faith … might increase in the earth.' Therefore, when people visit our Church meetings, the Savior wants them to leave with stronger faith in Him! The love our friends feel among us will lift them closer to Jesus Christ! That is our simple goal every time we gather."2. "One thing we should not do is give up on the ideal! ... May God bless us to patiently but diligently seek to live up to the ideals our Savior, Redeemer, and Master has set for us."3. "The Lord invites us not just to join His kingdom but also to be anxiously engaged in building it. God envisions a people who are 'of one heart and one mind.' And to be of one heart, we must seek pure hearts, and that requires a mighty change of heart.4. "If you are not yet a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, we invite you to join us as we rejoice in the Savior's 'song of redeeming love.' We need you. We love you. The Church will be better with your efforts to serve the Lord and His children."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Apr 27, 2025 • 1h 6min
"As a Little Child"
4/27/2025: S5 E5, Episode 114, President Jeffrey R. Holland, April 2025 General Conference, "As a Little Child".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitation and shared how they will take action:1. "Be converted, and become as little children."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Apr 24, 2025 • 1h 5min
"'Draw Near unto Me'"
4/24/2025: S5 E4, Episode 113, President Henry B. Eyring, April 2025 General Conference, "'Draw Near unto Me'".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "Here is [Jesus Christ's] invitation to us: 'Draw near unto me and I will draw near unto you; seek me diligently and ye shall find me; ask, and ye shall receive; knock, and it shall be opened unto you.'"2. "Just as His beloved disciples, every child of Heavenly Father who has chosen to enter through the gate of baptism is under covenant to be a witness of the Savior and to care for those in need throughout our mortal lives."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
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Apr 20, 2025 • 1h 5min
"Divine Helps for Mortality"
Discover the essential 'spiritual maintenance plan' emphasizing personal prayer, scripture study, and weekly covenant renewal. Explore how humility and trust can combat the challenges of modern life, alongside divine assistance through key practices. Delve into leadership anecdotes that stress trusting divine guidance and the transformative power of Christ's atonement. Reflect on the necessity of spiritual preparedness, highlighted by the Parable of the Ten Virgins, to maintain faith and readiness for life's spiritual journey.
Apr 17, 2025 • 1h
"Confidence in the Presence of God"
4/17/2025: S5 E2, Episode 111, President Russell M. Nelson, April 2025 General Conference, "Confidence in the Presence of God".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitation and shared how they will take action:1. "I invite you to take intentional steps to grow in your confidence before the Lord."Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Apr 13, 2025 • 45min
General Conference Applied Season 5 Preview and April 2025 General Conference Recap
4/13/2025: S5 E1, Episode 110, This episode is a preview of General Conference Applied season 5 and a recap of the April 2025 General Conference.In this episode, Mitch and Clay share an overview of what to expect in season 5 of General Conference Applied. They also share a few standout items from the April 2025 General Conference.Contact us hereShow notes are located hereKeep track of the invitations extended in the April 2025 General Conference hereFollow us on Facebook hereFollow us on Instagram hereFollow us on X hereFollow us and watch the podcast on YouTube here
Apr 6, 2025 • 1h 32min
"Focus on Jesus Christ and His Gospel"
4/6/2025: Episode 109, Elder I. Raymond Egbo, October 2024 General Conference, "Focus on Jesus Christ and His Gospel".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitation and shared how they will take action:1. "Ignore the distractions of the world and focus on Christ and His gospel."2. "For parents with children who have strayed, take heart! Instead of wondering why an angel does not come to help your child repent, know that the Lord has placed a mortal angel in his or her path: the bishop, another Church leader, or a ministering brother or sister. If you keep fasting and praying, if you do not set a timetable or a deadline for God, and if you trust that He is stretching forth His hand to help, then—sooner or later—you find God touching the heart of your child when your child chooses to listen."Watch General Conference Applied on YouTube hereShow notes for General Conference Applied episodes are located hereTo subscribe to Mitch's 'What? Eye. Read. Newsletter', utilize the subscribe field hereFollow Mitch on Facebook hereFollow Mitch on Instagram here
