Deeper, richer prayer doesn't happen without us making time for it. But it can feel difficult to make time when we have attitudes about prayer that make us wonder if the effort is really worth it. Join Tom for this episode where is talks about

Ending Our Personal Warfare

Jun 5th, 2019 7m 14s

When we allow ourselves to pick at our own weaknesses and focus on what needs fixing, improving, and changing, it is easy to become dissatisfied with who and how we are. When we take our sense of dissatisfaction beyond a healthy desire to impro

Master the Tempest is Raging

Nov 3rd, 2018 7m 1s

When the Master stilled the storm on the Sea of Galilee, he commanded the seas and the winds to "Be Still!" When we are desperately bailing our own boats and wondering what is to become of us, we too, need the Master's voice to command the stor

The Error of Our Ways

Oct 27th, 2018 8m 56s

Sometimes we get so focused on what we know to be our obvious weaknesses, that we miss God's gentle or even urgent guidance to move in another direction. In this episode, Tom discusses the need for us to shift our focus to what God wants us wor

A Broken Heart and A Contrite Spirit

Oct 20th, 2018 5m 57s

When we talk about a broken heart and a contrite spirit being the way to draw closer to the Savior, we need more power and honesty than the clichéd meaning off this phrase can offer. God promises not only redemption if we seek Him with a broken

Be of Good Cheer

Oct 14th, 2018 9m 2s

There is a good chance, better than average in fact, that you or someone close to you is going through something really difficult. To get through your challenge, you will need strength, consolation, and confidence. All of these things come to u

He Weeps with Us

Sep 30th, 2018 18m 29s

This has been a very challenging time for me. But through the challenges I have learned that God is there. he weeps with us through the sorrow, comforts us, gives hope in place of despair, and sends earthly and heavenly angels to minister and p

Growing into Revelation

Sep 22nd, 2018 10m 42s

Russell M. Nelson knows a thing or two about personal revelation. Recently, he recommended a path for anyone to follow who desires more revelation or divine guidance in their. In this episode, Tom shares how this guidance on revelation has been

Do You Need a Spiritual Reboot?

Jun 24th, 2018 13m 32s

You know the feeling, when you know you're running out of steam and any day now you are going to crash. You know you need to stop and reboot your mind and body. But, do you? If not, this episode is for you. Tom explains his reboot process and t

Waiting Patiently for Blessings

Jun 11th, 2018 6m 19s

Abraham became extremely good at waiting. Patience became one of his virtues. How are we to have this virtue if we are not willing to learn to wait for blessings. Things to know about this episode: - The episode is hosted by Julie. Resources

The Power of Belief: Fake It 'Till You Make It

May 25th, 2018 4m 46s

Matt wears a banana suit to high school, unafraid of what others may think. He does it to prove to himself that he can be who he wants to be. He is confident and growing in leadership and influence. how does he do it? listen to this episode of

Spiritual Tetherball

May 17th, 2018 6m 6s

Is it hard for you to feel spiritual sometimes? Does it feel like it shouldn't be this hard? If so, join Tom for this episode where he likens his spirituality to the childhood game of tetherball. Our spirituality and tetherball seem to have a l

The Perfect Mother's Day Gift: It's Not Too Late!

May 13th, 2018 21m 43s

What do women really want on Mother's Day. While many common gifts are very much appreciated, women seem to want three important (and free) things and they want them more often than just on the day that those in the United States call Mother's

When God Speaks to Me

May 10th, 2018 8m 44s

Prayer journaling can be a powerful way to help us listen more as we pray and to help us more clearly express out deepest desires. Join Tom in this episode as he shares a personal experience he had with prayer journal, a time when he felt God s

Beware the Accuser

May 6th, 2018 10m 46s

It is easy to be critical of ourselves and our efforts to live the gospel of Jesus Christ. We might be tempted to think that our conscience is the source of these negative thoughts about ourselves and our efforts. Don't be fooled. There is anot

Made Whole Through Faith

May 3rd, 2018 8m 29s

What happens when physical, emotional, and spiritual health crises converge and you are left feeling our of control. Join Julie for this episode where she shares a very personal story of faith and healing. Things to know about this episode: -

Made Perfect in Love

Apr 28th, 2018 10m 6s

Many great people do not recognize their own greatness and thus they are kept from doing God's work with the power they might otherwise do it. To get past the habit of self-criticism, we must start with love. Love can make us perfect--enough--f

Disciples of Happiness

Apr 25th, 2018 7m 48s

Everyone likes busy airports. Right? Well, Tom isn't crazy about them either. But recently, a crowded airport was no match for his new found, seemingly natural happiness. In this episode, Tom invites listeners to become "Disciples of Happiness.

What Do You Expect

Apr 21st, 2018 7m 56s

What do you expect from the relationships in your life? What do the people in your life expect from you? What should you do when expectations don't match and problems begin? Join Julie for the episode of The Higher Attitudes Podcast to find out

Seeking Healing

Apr 19th, 2018 8m 33s

Illness, physical, emotional, mental, comes to us all in one way or another throughout our lives. When we are sick, we naturally seek healing. If we believe in God and have faith to seek healing at His hands, we are encouraged to do so. But wha

Fasting When You Don't Think You Can

Apr 15th, 2018 11m 4s

There are many spiritual benefits to fasting and prayer. However, many people miss out on these blessings because they struggle with fasting because of medical or personal issues. The good news is that there is not only one way to fast. God wil

How Firm a Foundation

Apr 11th, 2018 11m 19s

The hymn "How Firm a Foundation" was first published in 1787. It conveys God's willingness to let us "test" Him or prove Him. He wants us to know how much He loves us and He recognizes that we need opportunities to learn of His love. This is wh

Grateful in All Things

Apr 4th, 2018 5m 44s

Perhaps one of the purposes of challenges and trials in our lives is to allow us opportunities to develop gratitude and to practice gratitude. But when we are hurting and feeling alone, gratitude is not easy to see or practice. Easy or not, God

Help Thou Mine Unbelief

Mar 31st, 2018 7m 52s

We read of miracles in the scriptures and we are taught that belief is how God is able to work miracles in our lives. But what if we are not sure if we believe enough to have miracles worked on our behalf? The good news is that we don't earn mi

A Surefire Gloom Buster

Mar 28th, 2018 8m 29s

There are days that seem gloomy, inside of ourselves, rather than outside. Sometimes its really hard to shake the blahs. Even positive things like prayer and scripture study don't always seem to help. But there is something that is sure to be a