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
Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 14min
"Sons and Daughters of God"
4/3/2025: Episode 108, Elder Rubén V. Alliaud, October 2024 General Conference, "Sons and Daughters of God".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "Do we see the connection? Can we recognize a pattern here?"2. "How different our decisions would be if we really knew who we really are."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
Apr 1, 2025 • 1h 4min
Preparing for the April 2025 General Conference
4/1/2025: Episode 107, Preparing for the April 2025 General Conference.In this special bonus episode, Clay and Mitch discussed the following regarding the April 2025 General Conference:1. Why Should I Prepare for the April 2025 General Conference?2. How Should I Prepare for the April 2025 General Conference?3. How Should I Apply the April 2025 General Conference?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
Mar 30, 2025 • 1h 18min
"The Words of Christ and the Holy Ghost Will Lead Us to the Truth"
3/30/2025: Episode 106, Elder Takashi Wada, October 2024 General Conference, "The Words of Christ and the Holy Ghost Will Lead Us to the Truth".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitation and shared how they will take action:1. "I invite you to have faith in the message Nephi taught us—that the words of Christ and the Holy Ghost will direct you to 'all things what [you] should do.' Everything! This is an incredible gift from God."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
Mar 27, 2025 • 1h 25min
"Mortality Works!"
3/27/2025: Episode 105, Elder Brook P. Hales, October 2024 General Conference, "Mortality Works!".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "We must expect to be schooled and taught and to pass through the refiner's fire—sometimes to our utter limits."2. "Recognize that life's experiences—good and bad—can teach us important lessons."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
Mar 23, 2025 • 1h 11min
"Embrace the Lord's Gift of Repentance"
3/23/2025: Episode 104, Elder Jorge M. Alvarado, October 2024 General Conference, "Embrace the Lord's Gift of Repentance".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "Like Joseph and Nephi, we can 'cry unto [God] for mercy; for he is mighty to save.'"2. "We all need to repent, rewind, and reset the time to 'zero o'clock' every single day."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
Mar 20, 2025 • 1h 28min
"The Man Who Communed with Jehovah"
3/20/2025: Episode 103, Elder Kyle S. McKay, October 2024 General Conference, "The Man Who Communed with Jehovah".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "Ask for forgiveness and direction for the rest of my life."2. "Vital truths were given clarity and completeness as Joseph repeatedly inquired of the Lord for direction. Consider the following: 1) The Father and the Son have bodies 'as tangible as man’s.' 2) Jesus took upon Himself not only our sins but also our sicknesses, afflictions, and infirmities. 3) His Atonement was so excruciating it caused Him to bleed from every pore. 4) We are saved by His grace 'after all we can do.' 5) There are conditions to Christ’s mercy. 6) As we come unto Christ, He will not only forgive our sins, but He will also change our very nature so 'that we have no more disposition to do evil.' 7) Christ always commands His people to build temples, where He manifests Himself unto them and endows them with power from on high."3. "The Lord commanded Oliver and all of us, 'Stand by my servant Joseph, faithfully.'"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
Mar 16, 2025 • 1h 33min
"The Wind Did Never Cease to Blow"
3/16/2025: Episode 102, Elder Aroldo B. Cavalcante, October 2024 General Conference, "The Wind Did Never Cease to Blow".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "We can decide to serve as a humble gust of wind in the Lord's hands. Just as 'the wind did never cease to blow' the Jaredites toward the promised land, we can help others progress in their journey to receive God's blessings.2. "I often wonder, 'How many faithful brothers and sisters sit forgotten among us today?'"3. "As we turn to the Savior, He can 'consecrate [our] afflictions for [our] gain' and help us respond to our trials in a way that facilitates our spiritual progression."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
Mar 13, 2025 • 1h 13min
"Be Thou Clean"
3/13/2025: Episode 101, Elder D. Martin Goury, October 2024 General Conference, "Be Thou Clean".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "If there is something that you have not fully repented of, I encourage you to heed President Nelson's call not to procrastinate your repentance."2. "The advent of the internet has made information more accessible than ever before. This can lead us to turn to the world for guidance rather than to God. ... When we consciously choose to follow the guidance of prophets and apostles, our capacity to have the Holy Ghost as a constant companion grows."3. "When we are receptive to the guidance of the still, small voice, we are better equipped to more effectively minister to those in need."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
Mar 9, 2025 • 1h 33min
"'Ye Are My Friends'"
3/9/2025: Episode 100, Elder David L. Buckner, October 2024 General Conference, "'Ye Are My Friends'".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "I see the Savior's declaration 'ye are my friends' as a clarion call to build higher and holier relationships among all of God’s children 'that we may be one.'"2. "We must live our life so that the world does not see us but sees Him through us."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
Mar 6, 2025 • 1h 21min
"His Hand Ready to Help Us"
3/6/2025: Elder Juan Pablo Villar, October 2024 General Conference, "His Hand Ready to Help Us".Clay and Mitch identified the following invitations and shared how they will take action:1. "Reach out to [Jesus Christ] in faith."2. "Occasionally, we think that we only need to be there for someone in need, and many times there is more we can do. Having an eternal perspective can help us receive revelation to offer timely assistance to others in need. We can rely on the guidance and inspiration of the Holy Ghost to discern what kind of help is needed, whether it is temporal support like emotional comfort, food, or aid with daily tasks, or spiritual guidance to help others in their journey to prepare, make, and honor sacred covenants."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
