

Unshaken Saints
Jared Halverson
Seismic shifts in the religious and secular landscapes are destabilizing the faith of millions. Join religious educator Jared Halverson as he explores restored scripture, doctrine, history, and practice; examines patterns and pitfalls in navigating faith crisis; and wrestles with ways to make your faith unshaken.
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Hello my friends, I’m Jared Halverson and this is Unshaken. I’ve spent my life studying the scriptures, my professional career teaching them, and my education at a Bible-belt divinity school exploring ways they have been used and abused, attacked and defended. And I’d like to share with you some of the things I’ve learned. In March of 2020 I created a YouTube channel called Unshaken, and six months later we hit our one millionth view, as people around the world are eagerly pursuing an unshaken faith in God by immersing themselves in His word. More and more viewers have been asking for an audio-only version of the lessons on Unshaken, and this podcast is my attempt to meet those needs. What it lacks in the visuals shown on YouTube, or the polished sound of a podcast-only production, it hopefully makes up for in its accessibility to the drivers, joggers, and multi-taskers out there who want to study their scriptures “on the go.” To you, welcome to our verse-by-verse, Come Follow Me study of the scriptures. I pray that it helps your faith in Christ become unshaken.
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Disclaimer: The content of these podcasts is the sole responsibility of their creator and does not reflect the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or the Church Educational System.
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Hello my friends, I’m Jared Halverson and this is Unshaken. I’ve spent my life studying the scriptures, my professional career teaching them, and my education at a Bible-belt divinity school exploring ways they have been used and abused, attacked and defended. And I’d like to share with you some of the things I’ve learned. In March of 2020 I created a YouTube channel called Unshaken, and six months later we hit our one millionth view, as people around the world are eagerly pursuing an unshaken faith in God by immersing themselves in His word. More and more viewers have been asking for an audio-only version of the lessons on Unshaken, and this podcast is my attempt to meet those needs. What it lacks in the visuals shown on YouTube, or the polished sound of a podcast-only production, it hopefully makes up for in its accessibility to the drivers, joggers, and multi-taskers out there who want to study their scriptures “on the go.” To you, welcome to our verse-by-verse, Come Follow Me study of the scriptures. I pray that it helps your faith in Christ become unshaken.
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Disclaimer: The content of these podcasts is the sole responsibility of their creator and does not reflect the official position of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or the Church Educational System.
Episodes
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May 29, 2024 • 1h 40min
Mosiah 29--Alma 4: The Choice Is Yours
Exploring leadership transitions in the Nephite kingdom, the power of majority rule, contrasting charisma of Sharon and Nihor, the dangers of priestcraft, the rise of ambition and conflict with Amlassai, interpreting the Lamanite curse, and the importance of choosing consecration and service to God.

May 23, 2024 • 1h 31min
Mosiah 25-28: Conversion of Alma the Younger
This podcast discusses the conversion of Alma and the sons of Mosiah, unity through shared identity, embracing stories for understanding, empathy through personal narratives, personal identity and goal integration, finding unity through faith, balancing justice and mercy, Alma the Younger's transformation, and the transformative power of repentance.

May 16, 2024 • 1h 22min
Mosiah 18-24: The Waters of Mormon
Exploring the challenges of returning to origins, the importance of church community, the vertical and horizontal aspects of faith, overcoming obstacles for deeper commitment, the formation and function of the Church in Alma's day, knitting hearts together through unity and support, building Zion and deliverance narratives, seeking deliverance and unity through study and faith.

May 9, 2024 • 1h 24min
Mosiah 11-17: Abinadi & Noah
A discussion on filling the guilt gap with grace, questioning God and His prophets, rationalization, Christ's dual nature, the suffering Servant, Condescension & Incarnation, and publishing peace in a study of Mosiah 11-17.

May 2, 2024 • 1h 43min
Mosiah 7-10: Lost & Found
Exploring themes such as Hansen's Law, reasons people leave, seer stones, generational faith journeys, building bridges with different perspectives, seeking freedom and reconciliation, unveiling the seer's perspective, moral dilemmas, and balancing open-mindedness with conservatism.

Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 34min
Mosiah 4-6: "Are We Not All Beggars?"
Exploring themes of grace, service, and spiritual transformation in Mosiah 4-6, emphasizing the importance of repentance and reliance on God. Discussing the journey of developing righteous habits, maintaining connection with divine love, and evolving genuine faith. Reflecting on relationships, covenants, and community in service to Christ while fostering a supportive church community.

Apr 17, 2024 • 1h 33min
Mosiah 1-3: "Unprofitable Servants"
Exploring King Benjamin's backstory and servant leadership, the importance of scripture, the concept of being unprofitable servants, gratitude towards God, and the dual nature of Christ. Delving into themes of humility, grace, and the Atonement, highlighting the transformation from belief to knowledge.

Apr 10, 2024 • 1h 22min
Enos: "My Soul Hungered"
The podcast explores the story of Enos from the Book of Mormon, focusing on his journey of redemption through prayer. It discusses the balance of nurture and admonition in parenting, lessons on intentional parenting from Enos, and the themes of faith, forgiveness, and service. The chapters also cover the transformative power of family scripture study and the importance of finding rest in God's promises.

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Apr 5, 2024 • 1h 29min
Jacob 5-7 (part 2): "I Could Not Be Shaken"
The podcast delves into choosing life, quenching the Spirit, facing Sherem, anti-religious rhetoric, becoming unshaken, sign-seeking, Jacob's reflection, and more. With a focus on faith, redemption, and navigating challenging conversations with anti-Mormon individuals, the episode offers insights on spiritual encounters and the transformative power of belief.

Apr 3, 2024 • 2h 35min
Jacob 5-7 (part 1): The Allegory of the Olive Tree
Explore the allegory of the olive tree, 4 senses of scripture, history in 4 acts, Lehite branch, apostasy, Mother Tree, clearing bad, laboring in vineyard. Dive into Zenos's allegory, grafting, poor planting spots, branches overcoming roots, and final harvest. Uncover deep truths in scripture, reflect on growth journey, and intricate analysis of Jacob 5