By Study and By Faith
Looking for examples of faith and scholarly knowledge working together for good? This weekly podcast showcases BYU devotionals and forums that blend reason and science with faith, university disciplines with discipleship, and the scholarly with the sacred. Expand your mind while strengthening your spirit by listening to these unique speeches.
Latest episodes
Jun 5, 2025 • 33min
Take upon Yourself the Whole Armor of God | LaVell Edwards | April 2001
Former BYU football head coach LaVell Edwards counsels us to put on the armor of God, which protects us and gives us an eternal perspective. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29, 2025 • 45min
The Constitution and the Restoration | Rex E. Lee | January 1991
President Lee unfolds the story and attributes of the U.S. Constitution and its significance for Latter-day Saints seeking to be good citizens. Click here to view the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 2025 • 50min
Dealing with the Dangers of Success | Clayton Christensen | July 2003
Clayton Christensen teaches about the dangers of success through the historic pattern of disruptive innovations that caused successful companies to stumble. Click here to view the full speech.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 15, 2025 • 29min
"Therefore Ye Are No More Strangers and Foreigners" | William G. Eggington | November 2011
As we learn to truly respect and love others for their cultural differences, we will see miracles in their lives and ours. Click here to see the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 8, 2025 • 37min
History: A Journey of Discovery | Carol Cornwall Madsen | September 1998
History connects us and teaches us—especially when we uncover the overlooked stories of women whose faith and resilience shaped our heritage. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 1, 2025 • 35min
Mayflower: A Story of Courage, Community, and War | Nathaniel Philbrick | November 2007
Award-winning author Nathaniel Philbrick discusses some of the often untold sides to the story of the Mayflower. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 24, 2025 • 32min
“Enter to Learn, Go Forth to Serve” | Vai Sikahema | October 2004
Sportscasting icon and former BYU football star Vai Sikahema talks about how the Lord prepares and uses our talents and experience to bless others. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 17, 2025 • 28min
Scholarship and the Gospel | Daniel C. Peterson | August 1999
Daniel C. Peterson discusses gospel scholarship, like the work of the Foundation for Ancient Research and Mormon Studies (FARMS). Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 10, 2025 • 31min
Archaeology, Relics, and Book of Mormon Belief | John E. Clark | May 2004
The Book of Mormon is a testament of Christ and an ancient record. Dr. Clark shares the relationship between archaeology and this book. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 3, 2025 • 36min
Language: A Miraculous Gift | Randall L. Jones | March 1998
Language is a powerful and wonderful tool that our Heavenly Father gave to us, so we must choose to use it wisely. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
