Outpost of Heaven: the podcast

We are so thrilled and grateful to have Matt and Katie Davis on the podcast this week! They shared their personal experiences with recovery from Pornography Addiction and Betrayal Trauma, and how they were able to turn it over to Jesus Christ to be healed as individuals and to save and heal their marriage. Check out their FREE conversation starts guide on Instagram and enjoy more of their powerfully helpful content for couples recovering and healing from addiction. LINKS www.instagram.com/upwardinwardoutward www.instagram.com/outpostofheaven And of course ratings and reviews for our show are always loved and appreciated! Please send any episode topic or guest suggestions to us via Instagram DM @outpostofheaven

In this episode we were privileged to have Kurt Francom on the show from Leading Saints to talk with us on the sensitive topic of the rise of members of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints deciding to leave or take a step back from the church. We talked about what our role is as leaders and friends when this situation arises, and how we ourselves as active members can stay in the church even through our crisis of faith. So many wonderful and interesting insights, and we hope you find something to take away from it! We definitely did! LINKS www.instagram.com/leadingsaints https://leadingsaints.org/ Find his podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts!

After a many month long break we are back and once again talking about being rooted—specifically what it means, why we need to be, and a buffet of ways we are actively being rooted right now. We love hearing from you! Reach out to us on Instagram @outpostofheaven or via email outpostofheaven@gmail.com. LINKS Latter Day Saint Homeschool Conference https://ldshe.org/conferences/locations-registration/ www.instagram.com/outpostofheaven

A few weeks ago our Stake President asked us how we access the atonement of Jesus Christ. We gave some heartfelt answers and then spent the next several weeks being instructed by the spirit how we could better answer that question in the future. Let us know how you would answer this question!

In this episode we discuss something that has been in our thoughts and hearts really since the pandemic started in 2020 and that is— HOPE. What is it? What does it mean to have a perfect brightness? What does hope look like for us? How do we get more of it? And so on. Also! Our friends Braeden and Bonnie Hayes over at Liberty Youth Academy started a podcast called Abide in Liberty so when you're done listening to this episode click the link below to visit theirs! LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/abide-in-liberty/id1638724096

Woohoo! We made it to seven years of marriage! We talk today about some of our lessons from the past seven years and why Emily is so good at marriage. I mean She is basically perfect, drop dead gorgeous, and next level spiritual. How could she not be an awesome spouse?1?1

We sat down this week with Andrew's maternal grandparents who just celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary! They share insights into the struggles young Latter-day Saint couples faced when they were first married and the things they did to overcome them. They then talk about how those lessons can benefit us today. Grandma also shares about a time she felt “like an elephant was crapping on (her) head” and grandpa's witty response that has still remained a catch phrase in their marriage decades later. These great people are leaving a spiritual legacy and inheritance that is currently and will continue to bless their descendants throughout the eternities. We LOVE them and this episode.

Sometimes when world, national, or local news, or even our own lives get heavy and stressful all we want to do is scoop up our little family and escape into the woods somewhere and not associate with anyone. We have been calling this the "bunker mentality." As enticing as this seems, we know deep down that it isn't what Heavenly father would want us to do. When you're in a bunker, you can't project light or peace or faith, or anything. You're fear based. When you create an outpost mentality, your living a faith based life. We can live IN the world and not OF the world. LINKS www.instagram.com/outpostofheaven

Happy Pioneer Day! What is Pioneer Day? What does it mean to be a pioneer? Who is the ultimate Pioneer? Everything answered here! LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/liahona/2022/07/united-states-and-canada-section/pioneer-perseverance?lang=eng

Welcome to PART 2 of of the two part series on private Christian education with the Hayes Family! If your haven't listened to part 1, we HIGHLY recommend that you start there (142) and then come back to this one! We LOVED having Bonnie and Braeden on this episode to discuss the importance of standing in holy places, what it REALLY means to put on the armor of God, and combatting some misconceptions that people have about private and home school education. LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.libertyyouthacademy.com

Liberty Youth Academy is a private school started by a Latter-day Saint family in St. George to be a holy place of learning through the lense of the gospel of Jesus Christ. They now have a second location in Sahuarita, Arizona and are hoping to continue to grow! In this episode we discus the why and how of their school, and some principles of agency and dive into the American constitution, Braeden's passion. This episode is a topic and guest request from one of our listeners, so THANK YOU for sending it in because we loved it so much, made new friends with our guests, learned so much and even talked so much that we had to make two parts! (If you have a topic and/or guest request PLEASE email us at outpostofheaven@gmail.com or DM on Instagram @outpostofheaven ) LINKS https://www.libertyyouthacademy.org/

141. Working IN vs. Working ON Your Home and Family by Andrew & Emily Jordan

Are you hesitant to share the gospel? We are too for some reasons we share here. But we are working on overcoming our hesitations to sharing the gospel and we give you some ideas we are using right now! What other ways can you think of to be better at sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ and being a better member missionary? LINKS www.Instagram.com www.churchofjesuschrist.org

139. Light & Simple Joys ft. Laura Larson by Andrew & Emily Jordan

The Dad Outpost has taken over the podcast for today to celebrate Fathers Day! We sure are grateful for all of the good fathers out there who are raising their children in truth and Love and righteousness! Did you love hearing from Andrew, Zac and Logan? You can listen to them on The Dad Outpost Podcast on SoundCloud. Coming soon to Apple and Spotify! LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven https://soundcloud.com/the-dad-outpost

Don't mind us as I (Emily)word vomit all of my takeaways from the homeschool conference I attended last week. The Latter Day Saint Home Educator Conference was absolutely incredible. We have been homeschooling for just one year and this conference provided me with a plethora of new ideas, encouragement, confidence, and connections and friends. I loved it so much and just didn't know quite how to share everything with you here. All of my conference highlights can be found on Instagram! Thank you so much for listening today! If you loved what you're hearing on the podcast, we would love it if you would leave a review and rating! If you're looking for a certain topic you'd like us to address, reach out to us via Instagram or email outpostofheaven@gmail.com We LOVE hearing from you. LINKS https://ldshe.org/ www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven Episodes about homeschooling ft. Courtney Richardson (76, 84)

Everyone say hello to Nicole Horlacher from @thoughtbosscoaching ! We had a great time talking to her about what it means to be the boss of our thoughts. We know that thoughts leads to feelings and feelings lead to actions right? So if we can control our thoughts, we really can be the best us we can be. Nicole teaches us how we can really do that, applying the gospel of Jesus Christ. LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.Instagram.com/thoughtbosscoaching https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thought-boss-podcast/id1463673988 https://linktr.ee/thoughtbosscoaching

Emily was able to speak in Stake Conference (a meeting of several local congregations) about positivity and being more faith-filled. In this episode she gives us a deep dive into the the points she shared. None of them are ground breaking or complex, but when you apply these small and simple practical principles over time you will notice a HUGE difference.

We all are telling ourselves stories. Right now. A fact or event occurs and we assign a feeling and response to it BECAUSE we made the fact or event MEAN something to us BECAUSE we are telling ourselves a story. Make sense? Well in this episode that's what we are talking about! Wouldn't it be awesome if we could sing the song from the Prince of Egypt—“Look at your life through heavens eyes…” and actually DO it? How can we write positive narratives for ourselves? Also you can be the hero of your narrative! Write yourself as the hero, not the the victim! Okay calming down now. Just give it a listen, k? Thanks!

Have you done or started any spring cleaning yet this year? We are just getting the spring cleaning and home organization bug now, and ESPECIALLY after this conversation with Krystal Wilkerson from @homes.made.holy Krystal emphasized that by being intentional about our stuff and our space we actively invite the spirit to be with us in our homes, AND WE LOVED THAT. Listen now to learn practical and actionable ways to make your home more holy by letting your stuff and your space serve YOU. LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.Instagram.com/homes.made.holy www.homesmadeholy.com

Are you TIRED? We are! In this episode we talk about how we combat physical, emotional and spiritual tiredness or exhaustion. Listen now to learn 8 ways to increase your energy whether you are physically, emotionally, or spiritually tired. And believe me there are MANY more ways—this is just a brief list of ideas that are working for us! We'd love to hear what's working for YOU! LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven

We are welcoming Maren Droubay back onto the show! We had Maren from The Mamahood Podcast on in the very beginning of our Podcast (Episode 29 Gentle and Mindful Parenting)and were thrilled that she agreed to come back and share with us her experience as a young mother battling Multiple Sclerosis, or MS. As she shared her journey and her testimony of Jesus Christ with us, our hearts were touched and our faith to face our own challenges was strengthened. We hope yours is too! LINKS Episode 29 with Maren Droubay https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/29-gentle-mindful-parenting-ft-maren-and-aubrey-from/id1470326483?i=1000463886124 www.instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.instagram.com/marendroubay www.instagram.com/the.mamahood

General Conference came and went way too quickly! But we are here to talk about our favorite things and the general themes we saw. We only had about an hour to talk about a whole weekend's worth of talks so of course we missed lots. We encourage all of you to go listen to and study the talks given from this conference. We would love to know how your conference watching experience went! Find us on Instagram @outpostofheaven and tell us what your favorite talk or theme was from this April 2022 gen con. LINKS Study General Conference here: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2022/04?lang=eng Episode 9: Let's Be Peacemakers, Darling www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven

WE ARE BACK! After having our fourth baby, we took a much needed break, although we didn't intend for it to last this long! Nevertheless we are here and fired up about podcasting again. In this episode you'll hear more about our purpose as "Outpost of Heaven," General Conference Note Taking suggestions (because that wonderful time of the year is here!), and a big announcement from Andrew. That's all I will say! You'll just have to listen to hear what it is! Thank you so much for listening and and hanging tight while we had our break. If you haven't yet left us a rating or review, we would absolutely love and appreciate you forever! LINKS Michael Dunn's Talk about Improvement https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/54dunn?lang=eng www.instagram.com/outpostofheaven EPISODE 14 You Can Poop Yourself! Pregnancy, Labor and Delivery from the Husbands Perspective ft. Logan and Anna Jordan, and Kayelee and Zac Cobb https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/14-you-can-poop-yourself-pregnancy-delivery-and/id1470326483?i=1000453843952

In this episode we welcomed guest, Shiloh Jordan, our new one week old baby boy to the show! So if you hear a lot of breathing and rustling, that's why! We shared his birth story, talked about unmedicated birth, and tried to explain our new found love for the concept of “earthy.” We also introduced Light the World with Love 2021, an advent calendar full of service and spiritual prompts to help us all keep Christ in Christmas this year. See the link below to print of the calendar and read more about the Light the World initiative! Lastly, we introduced our new format for the show! Being routed is very important to us, and we feel like the most rude thing for us to do in this phase of our life is to change up the frequency of our content creation. We will now, starting in 2022, be releasing a series of 6 to 10 episodes in bulk on one single topic, a few times a year. Please be patient with us as we navigate this new phase of life and phase of the podcast. If you would like to suggest a topic for a series or a guest, please connect with us on Instagram @outpostofheaven We would LOVE to connect with you, especially now that we won't be releasing content on a weekly basis. Let's keep in touch and be friends! LINKS https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/comeuntochrist/light-the-world-2021/downloads

In this episode we welcomed licensed marriage and family therapist, Tammy Hill, to the show to use her expertise as a sex therapist and mother of 12 children to help us answer listener questions about raising teens in a world full of temptations. She answers questions from "How do we earn our teens' trust?" to "How can I prepare my teen to face the temptations of the world?" to "How can I reach my teen who is avoiding family time?" and many more! Tammy is a wonderful example to us of parenting in faith and not fear, and of letting the spirit guide us in every aspect of raising our kids. This is an episode FILLED with gems and golden nuggets of goodness from Tammy. LINKS www.instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.instagram.com/tammy_hill_lmft http://www.tammyhill.com/ God Made Girls and Boys https://www.tammyhill.com/aboutthebook/# Live Your Why Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/live-your-why/id1549927114 Live Your Why Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/5wSW6CZ431e8nJFCVMUyeZ?si=B68y-JCHTlmVwUjkUhw77w&nd=1

In this episode we discussed the topic of miracles in our day, using Elder Ronald A Rasband's talk from April 2021, “Behold, I am a God of Miracles.” We sometimes are quick to say that God doesn't give us miracles like He used to, or that miracles have ceased. But this is simply not true. Thanks to Elder Rasband's words, we better understand that a miracle is a divine manifestation of God's power and love in your life, and that we can see these miracles every day when we open our eyes to them. LINKS https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/04/52rasband Isaiah 55 Mormon 9

In this episode we welcomed Libby Myers to the show to share her and her husbands story of cancer, loss and grief, and to open our eyes more to what this type of grief looks like. Libby helped us better understand how we can BEST help those in our lives who are grieving, and how we can grieve in a Christlike way when our time for grief comes if it hasn't already.

In this episode we tackle a complex conversation (and honestly very genuine because we had never fully discussed it before!) and that is- validation or owning your emotions, acting enthusiastic, and the power of positive thinking. We aren't perfect of course and are not experts so we hope that this just helps spark thoughts and conversations in your own homes! Andrew gave us 4 tips to help us think more positively through a rough day or rough season of life. Just a reminder, we are not talking about deep, clínica, or major depression in this episode. We are talking about hard days and hard seasons that we all go through. If you'd like to hear more about depression, we have a few episodes of our show with guests and professionals that we would love you to listen to: episodes 53: A New You Again (Maternal Mental Health and Postpartum Depression) ft Aubrey Grossen , 32: Defining and Combatting Depression, Anxiety, and Postpartum Depression ft Lee and Liana Kinikini , 33: Anxiety & Depression pt 2- Helping Others & Raising Resilient Children Lee and Liana Kinikini LINKS: www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2013/10/like-a-broken-vessel

Did you catch the October 2021 session of the General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? It was beautiful and so amazing, and it left us with questions, things to improve, and comfort and peace. If you haven't listened yet PLEASE DO. I PROMISE that there is something for you in messages. In this episode, we talked about some of the General themes and shared each of our two favorite talks. Let us know how you enjoyed this conference! Reach out to us on Instagram @outpostofheaven LINKS https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/35wilcox https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/42johnson https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/54dunn https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2021/10/43renlund

In this episode we met and welcomed one of our listeners, Ari Coleman, on the show to talk to us about some spiritual studies he has been doing surrounding the topic of worship and enduring to the end. We loved having him join us and we really think you'll love his insights as well. If you're a listener and would also like to be a guest on the podcast, don't hesitate to reach out to us via email at outpostofheaven@gmail.com or through DM on Instagram @outpostofheaven. We would LOVE to see what ideas you come up with! LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven

In this episode we welcomed our little boy Hyrum on the show! It was so fun for us to have his five-year-old perspective on family activities and gospel learning as a family. We are thinking of having him back on again soon so if there are any random questions you'd like to ask him (because hearing his little voice on the podcast is so dang cute and little kids say the funniest things!) please email us at outpostofheaven@gmail.com or DM us through Instagram @outpostofheaven LINKS https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/general-conference/2009/10/more-diligent-and-concerned-at-home Episode 40 of outpost of heaven the podcast from March 2020 Transforming Homes into Holy Places through Scripture Study ft. The Scripture Study Project Podcast Latter-day Kids YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/c/LatterDayKids

Hello and welcome to Hurricane Season! That terribly humid and chaotic season between summer and fall in Louisiana. We experienced our first Hurricane since living here—Hurricane ida—and have lots to share about preparation, what we did that worked and what we wish we did. We are so grateful and happy to be safe, and to finally have power back on after 11 days without it. We know a lot of people are not safe and sound yet and still don't have power and we continue to pray for them and their families. We learned a lot, have grown so much spiritually, and we are hear to share it! See episode 80 to hear about our Hurricane experiences from last year. Last year many hurricanes came but they all missed us and so Andrew had several opportunities to travel and help others in other parts of Louisiana. He told us lots of stories and taught us how we can better minister to the one. LINK: www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven see highlight: Hurricane ida

In this episode we continued our discussion with Lucy about child development— very specifically, the importance of risky play, messy play, and outdoor play! I know I often want to keep my kids in a bubble whether it's because I don't want them to get hurt or I don't want to clean up the inevitable mess that comes with allowing our children to explore. I've got to stop that and LET THEM DO THEIR WORK as children! PLEASE leave us a rating an review! It helps the podcast be found by more people like you! Thanks! LINKS www.Instagram.com/ms.lucy.plays www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.Instagram.com/thespeckledbees https://thespeckledbees.buzzsprout.com/

In this episode we welcomed Lucy Ritter to teach us about the Reggio Emilia Way, respecting and teaching young children in such a way as to let them lead, explore and discover. Lucy, from Virginia, is a mom of one little son, and has a background in Early Childhood Development, specializing in Play. This episode was quite lengthy so we split it into two! Come back next week to learn about how to encourage our children to play RISKY, MESSY, and OUTDOOR. LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.instagram.com/ms.lucy.plays The Speckled Bees Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-speckled-bees-a-celebration-of-childhood/id1575631235

117. Letting Pets Strengthen and Not Weaken Outposts of Heaven by Andrew & Emily Jordan

In this episode we talked about all the things! From defending the faith online to our experiences getting C*ovid to service hacks to what it means to preside and more! If you enjoyed what you heard in this episode or in any other episode please leave us a rating and review on Apple podcasts if that's where you're listening. And follow us on Instagram @outpostofheaven to get connected! LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven M Russell Ballard's Talk on Men, Women, and the Priesthood: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/ensign/2014/09/men-and-women-and-priesthood-power Follow Him Episode 31 parts 1 and 2 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/doctrine-covenants-84-part-1-dr-barbara-gardner/id1545433056?i=1000529863125

In this episode we welcomed Riley Wesemann, a mother, law school student, and cohost of the Trials and Trimesters Podcast, onto the show to share her experience as a student and a mother, the trails and hardships that it brings, along with the faith that it takes to pursue a degree as a mom. She is so sweet and funny you'll just love her and her insights! LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.Instagram.com/rileykristin www.Instagram.com/trialsandtrimesters https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/trials-and-trimesters/id1557592741

Today we talked about a grace. Recently we realized we were aiming to be graceful in our discipleship as opposed to being full of His grace. That mistake led us to some unhappy places and we hope our discussion about this real struggle for us will lead to some real discussion between you and your loved ones. Also check out Brad Wilcox's devotional entitled His Grace is Sufficient which we quoted several times and is well worth the listen! His Grace is Sufficient: https://youtu.be/yLXr9it_pbY

In this episode we were joined by life coach, Kathy Moffat from @kathymoffatcoaching who taught us all about the difference between confidence and self confidence, helped us help our spouses and children gain confidence, and she even coached us personally through each of our own current self confidence struggles. We left the conversation SO uplifted and motivated to tackle the struggles we face and increase the self confidence we have in order to become more like our Savior Jesus Christ. We will absolutely be having her on again soon! LINKS https://kathymoffat.com/ www.Instagram.com/kathymoffatcoaching www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven

We are back from our break! In this episode we talked about what it means to be rooted—yes if you've been around here you know we love this idea— take breaks, and we even touched on quitting and when to know it's time to quit. In our ‘loves and less than loves' segment we Mentioned a book Emily just finished, Eve and Adam: Discovering the Beautiful Balance, which can be found here https://deseretbook.com/p/eve-and-adam-discovering-beautiful-balance Follow us on Instagram to participate more in the show, from giving us feedback, to seeing the posts that with every episode, and getting to know us better. www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven

We are on summer break! Well, just for June! We are taking some time to rest, plan, record, and find new guests for you! We love you, and we hope you have a safe, happy, fun, and Christ centered summer. If you have any feedback, content suggestions, more guest suggestions please reach out to us on Instagram @outpostofheaven or through email at outpostheaven@gmail.com. See you back here in July! XO The Jordans

In this episode we welcome artist, David Bowman to the show. His Christ centered artwork, both fine art, and animation and illustrations show us the true nature of Jesus Christ and other characters from the scriptures. His video series, Drawn In, goes along with the Come Follow Me lessons of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and helps kids of all ages (and adults) better understand the scriptures. You can access and purchase his artwork, Who’s Your Hero? books, and the Drawn In videos here www.davidbowmanart.com OTHER LINKS www.instagram.com/outpostofheaven www.instagram.com/davidbowmanart

In this episode we talked about the temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: What goes on inside? Why do we have them? How do you get access? and more! We also talked about our recent first experience returning back to the temple since the pandemic shut them all down in 2020. AND we discussed the need for sacred and divine things and how we can better create and utilize sacred spaces in our lives. Come connect with us on Instagram @outpostofheaven ! Please leave us ratings and reviews on Apple podcasts and share a screen shot of you listening on Instagram tagging @outpostofheaven www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven

108. Covid’s Effects on Spiritual Teens ft. Karley, Merrick, & Mya by Andrew & Emily Jordan

107. Good & Bad Habits + Everything is Spiritual by Andrew & Emily Jordan

For this episode we welcomed back Tessa Hopman, a life coach living in New Zealand, to talk to us more about a concept she shared last time: Shadow Values. We were so intrigued by the term last time that we HAD to have her again to explain it more thoroughly. If you’re ready to really pick yourself apart and get inside your own brain and heart, this one is absolutely for you! See episode 90 to learn more about Tessa’s passion for finding your purpose! www.Instagram.com/thevinedressernz https://www.thevinedresser.com/ www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven

105. Keeping it SIMPLE During and After the Pandemic by Andrew & Emily Jordan

Lauren Pace joined us to share a ton of great insights from her course on parenting with emotional intelligence. What does that even mean? Give this episode a listen to find out! We then examined how this principle reflects the pattern of interaction set forth by our Savior. If you are interested in signing up for the course, you can use the following link for $20 off! http://parenting-with-emotional-intelligence.teachable.com/p/parenting-with-emotional-intelligence-emilypodcast

In this episode Andrew shared the story of how he came to have only 8 toes and and no true heel. Yep! He has half of a foot. Keep listening for all the details and to understand how much God loves us and is aware of us even when it seems like he might not care or be there. Miracles happen—just not always the way that we want them too. LINKS www.Instagram.com/outpostofheaven

Lisset did most of the sharing this episode as she shared with us her heart wrenching and ultimately uplifting story of childhood abuse and path to forgiveness which led to the next levels of her healing. Her story is inspiring, eye opening, and will hopefully help you in your own path of healing or in your attempts to help others on their path. Spoiler alert: every step involves Christ. Links: Instagram.com/outpostofheaven