By Study and By Faith
By Study and By Faith: BYU Speeches
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.
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Dec 18, 2025 • 25min
Scholarship and Faith | Insights from My BYU Experience | Adam T. Woolley | May 2022
BYU implements a unique form of teaching centered around scholarship and faith that draws us closer to the Savior’s example. Click here to see the speech pageSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 11, 2025 • 41min
The Hard Work of Understanding the Constitution | Thomas B. Griffith | September 2012
Though understanding the Constitution can be complex, it is the responsibility of each citizen to read and analyze this document closely. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 4, 2025 • 33min
Secular and Sacred Individuality | Mark J. Rowe | December 1996
Whether relating to genetic or spiritual differences, we are individuals with unique predispositions, vulnerabilities, and strengths. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 27, 2025 • 31min
Great Temples of Learning on Temple Hill | Eric N. Jellen | May 2024
Through understanding the genetics of oats and quinoa, we learn the importance of light and truth, both secular and spiritual. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 20, 2025 • 11min
Facing the Algebras of Life | Peggy S. Worthen | September 2017
We all meet our match somewhere. For Sister Worthen, it was algebra. When we face something difficult, we can either choose to quit or learn. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 13, 2025 • 31min
Doing Business in Babylon | H. Dennis Tolley | May 2003
What does it mean to be "in the world, but not of the world?" The line between Zion and Babylon is fuzzy, and only we know which city we truly belong to. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 6, 2025 • 35min
The Glorious Cause of America | David McCullough | September 2005
David McCullough emphasizes the importance of learning the stories of brave men and women who made the glorious cause of America a reality. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 30, 2025 • 31min
"Yes, and. . .": The Creative Art of Living | Lisa Valentine Clark | July 2021
By recounting her late husband's legacy, Lisa Valentine Clark teaches the importance of saying "yes, and . . . " in the creative art of living. Click here to see the speech page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 23, 2025 • 34min
Healing = Courage + Action + Grace | Jonathan G. Sandberg | January 2014
The healing process can be painful and difficult, but having courage to act and Christ’s grace makes it possible. Click here to see the speech page!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 16, 2025 • 31min
Seeing Through the Generations | Neil L. Anderson | May 2006
Looking through the generations, both past and future, we find an enhanced perspective of who we are and who we can become. Click here to see the speech page!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
