Teaching Restored

Julie and Kevin dive into one of the most challenging parts of teaching the gospel — responding to emotionally charged, sound bite questions about love, inclusion, and Church doctrine. With honesty, vulnerability, and humor, they unpack what it means to answer with both clarity and compassion. Through personal stories, tough conversations, and real examples, they explore how to navigate topics like temple exclusion, same-sex attraction, and perceived inequality in a way that honors both truth and the lived experiences of others. This episode is a thoughtful guide on how to move past defensiveness, ask better questions, and build understanding — not just for others, but within ourselves. It's a call to teach deeper, love better, and think more intentionally about how we share the restored gospel in a complex world._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Julie and Kevin explore what it really means to build Zion — not in some distant future, but here and now in our homes, classrooms, and relationships. Drawing from scripture, personal struggles, and heartfelt stories, they illuminate how unity starts within us and expands to those around us. They discuss the messy, human side of this process — battling judgment, discomfort, and resistance — and show how small choices made with a Zion mindset can transform a family, a ward, or a community. It's a powerful reminder that we don't need to wait for a perfect world; we can start creating Zion today._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie take a deep dive into what it really means to be a confident gospel teacher. Inspired by insights from The Happiness Equation, they challenge the conventional model of “success leads to happiness” and introduce a more gospel-centered approach: that happiness—rooted in gratitude, perspective, and love—fuels meaningful work and lasting success. They explore a powerful four-quadrant model that maps confidence, insecurity, arrogance, and hopelessness, encouraging listeners to examine their attitudes toward themselves and others. With humor, honesty, and heartfelt stories, Kevin and Julie show how moving from comparison to connection—and from self-focus to Christlike service—can transform not just how we teach, but who we become in the process._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Julie and Kevin dive into the sacred art of teaching from the pulpit—how sacrament meeting talks, often underestimated or feared, can become powerful moments of connection and testimony.Drawing from personal experiences, both humorous and heartfelt, they share practical tips and guiding principles for preparing and delivering spirit-filled talks. From avoiding overused clichés to focusing talks on Christ, they emphasize authenticity, preparation, and spiritual intention. This episode reframes sacrament meeting speaking not as a performance, but as an opportunity to teach with love, uplift others, and let the Spirit do the real work._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Julie and Kevin explore what it means to teach without a classroom—how even the most administrative callings can become sacred opportunities to lead others to Christ.Through heartfelt stories and practical insights, they highlight how roles like building scheduler, technology specialist, or primary pianist can be transformed into spiritual experiences when approached with intention and love. This episode invites listeners to reimagine “non-teaching” callings as powerful platforms for ministry, reminding us that every assignment in the Lord's work is a chance to teach by doing and testify through example.

Julie and Kevin dive into what it means to be a “master inviter” in gospel settings. Through scripture, personal stories, and real-life church experiences, they unpack the quiet ways people are unintentionally made to feel unwelcome—and how small shifts in behavior can open spiritual doors. They explore how subtle actions, body language, and inclusive ______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie explore the transformative power of love in gospel teaching. Drawing from personal experiences, scripture, and Church teaching materials, they introduce the idea of creating a "love bubble"—a classroom environment where everyone walks away feeling deeply loved by God, by their teacher, and by each other. They reflect on how genuine expressions of love can shift the purpose of a lesson from content delivery to soul-deep connection. Through vulnerable stories, practical suggestions, and thoughtful dialogue, they challenge listeners to prepare spiritually, reframe classroom goals, and cultivate Christlike love—even for those who are hard to love._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie explore how to keep Jesus Christ at the true center of gospel teaching. Drawing from personal experience and Stephen Covey's insights, they introduce the idea of creating a personal mission statement to guide teaching efforts. They discuss how common distractions—like content, fear, or approval—can shift our focus, and how a Christ-centered mission realigns our purpose. With practical questions and examples, they invite listeners to reflect, refocus, and teach with greater intention and connection._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie explore how to keep Jesus Christ at the true center of gospel teaching. Drawing from personal experience and Stephen Covey's insights, they introduce the idea of creating a personal mission statement to guide teaching efforts. They discuss how common distractions—like content, fear, or approval—can shift our focus, and how a Christ-centered mission realigns our purpose. With practical questions and examples, they invite listeners to reflect, refocus, and teach with greater intention and connection._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Julie and Kevin dive deep into the overlooked power of reverence—not as quiet behavior in church, but as a transformative spiritual pattern. Drawing from Elder Suarez's General Conference talk “Reverence for Sacred Things,” they unpack how reverence connects us to our divine identity, reshapes our spiritual character, and invites personal change.They explore practical ways to teach conference talks more meaningfully, highlighting how intentional questions, word analysis, and personal reflection can turn a passive lesson into a revelatory experience. With humor, vulnerability, and heartfelt insights, they encourage listeners to move beyond surface-level teaching and embrace reverence as a vital, life-shaping virtue._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie explore a powerful shift in the way we think about teaching the gospel—moving from simply delivering content to inspiring meaningful, personal transformation. Instead of measuring success by engagement or how smoothly a lesson goes, they suggest a deeper metric: what experience will learners have after class that leads them closer to Jesus Christ?They unpack how to prepare with intention, creating opportunities for students to act, reflect, and become—not just understand. From the importance of anticipation and follow-up to recognizing how the Spirit actually works in our lives, this episode challenges the traditional approach and invites teachers to see themselves as facilitators of lasting spiritual growth._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Julie and Kevin unpack what it means to be an “experience maker” in God's kingdom—someone who doesn't just receive the gospel but actively helps others encounter Jesus in powerful, personal ways.They explore how the Holy Spirit empowers ordinary people to step into extraordinary assignments, and how being “sent” isn't reserved for the few—it's the invitation for every believer. With biblical stories, practical insights, and a Spirit-led call to action, this episode challenges listeners to shift from passive faith to intentional impact._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie explore how understanding opposites can deepen our grasp of the Plan of Salvation. They dive into Moroni 7, questioning whether gray areas exist or if everything ultimately leads toward or away from God. Through visual illustrations, they highlight how personal paths to God differ and how repentance is about reorienting, not just correcting. This engaging discussion offers fresh insights into gospel learning and teaching. _______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie dive into a crucial yet often overlooked element of teaching the restored gospel—context. They explore how understanding the historical, cultural, and personal background of scripture enhances not just comprehension but also spiritual insight. Through engaging discussion, they highlight how Martin Harris' wrestle in Doctrine and Covenants 19 takes on new meaning when placed in the context of his financial and marital struggles. They also discuss how modern tools like ChatGPT and AI can aid in uncovering deeper historical insights while emphasizing the importance of discernment and trusted sources. _______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie tackle the common struggles members face when answering questions about their faith—either over-explaining ("verbal vomit") or retreating in discomfort. They introduce a new approach built around three key skills: Answer, Ask, and Empathize. Instead of focusing solely on giving the "perfect" answer, they emphasize connection—helping others feel seen, heard, and valued.Through practical exercises, they explore how to break old habits by answering briefly, asking thoughtful follow-up questions, and practicing empathy. They also discuss the deeper gospel principle of covenantal connection—strengthening our relationship with God by strengthening relationships with others. The result? More confident, meaningful, and Christlike gospel conversations._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie dive into a rich discussion about Stephen Covey's idea of the Circle of Influence vs. the Circle of Concern. Too often, people focus on things they can't control—worrying about how others will react, whether a lesson will resonate, or if a class will stay on topic. But the real power lies in focusing on what we can influence: preparing well, inviting the Spirit, and creating an environment where learning can happen.They discuss the difference between influence and control—influence is about guiding and inspiring, not forcing outcomes. The best teaching happens when we let go of the uncontrollable and put energy into what we can shape._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin has been doing some ethnographic research (or "ethnologolacking" as Julie says in the episode). He wanted to know what classes were made up of. So he started really listening and categorizing the teacher's comments and the class' responses. What he found was eye-opening. This wasn't done to be judgey, but to realize what makes up a lesson. Using the method Kevin creates may be a great way to learn what makes up your class. We'd recommend that you use something similar and learn the ingredients of your class time. Are the moments rich and full, or are there empty lesson calories? _______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Kevin and Julie dive into the art of creating a shared experience when teaching the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ. This episode is packed with insights and practical tips that will transform the way you facilitate discussions and build meaningful connections. Here's what you can look forward to learning: 5 Keys You'll Learn in This Episode: - Understanding the Shift: Discover why moving from an instructional model to a facilitated discussion is more effective in teaching the Gospel and fostering conversion. - Creating Shared Experiences: Learn how to engage your audience by involving them in shared experiences rather than just being passive listeners. - Empathy and Connection: Explore how empathy plays a crucial role in creating a connected and loving teaching environment. - Talking Stick Method: Find out how passing the "talking stick" can revolutionize your classroom discussions by enhancing peer-to-peer connections. - Web vs. Hub and Spoke Approach: Understand how to transition from a traditional teaching method to a more interconnected web of discussions._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

In today's episode Kevin and Julie will continue to discuss last weeks topic of Come Follow me and how it can help your teaching. https://youtu.be/RdYqmk1qyfc

In this first of two parts, Kevin and Julie go over the introduction of Come Follow Me to discuss ways that teachers and parents can improve their teaching in the home and in the classroom.

In this second of a two part series, Kevin and Julie continue their discussion on ways to learn how to ask powerful questions that will give your teaching the boost you didn't know it needed. (until you try it) Questions in the episode: - What patterns do I see? 3 Nephi 15& 16 - How do I apply it to me? 1 Nephi 17: 8-11 - What does that really mean? Moroni 7:19 - Why does this assume? D&C 42:12 - Why is it like that? Could this be done differently? - As opposed to what? Preach My Gospel P.22 ______________ Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Sure, asking great questions is key to great teaching, but HOW do you ask great questions? How does one create the skill of asking powerful questions on the fly?In this first of a two part series, Kevin and Julie discuss, and give examples, of ways to learn how to ask soul searching questions that will give your teaching the boost you didn't know it needed. (until you try it)Questions in the episode: - Why? - What didn't he say? Helaman 5:12, Sacrament prayer - What could have happened instead? Why didn't it? Alma 14:27 - What that specifically? D&C 115:6 - What makes me uncomfortable? - What seems a little off? Alma 11:44_______________Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Can a messy lesson the perfect one? Too often we think about the perfect lesson as the one which followed the lesson plan, made it through all the points we wanted to share, and everyone was in the scriptures. But what if it becomes a bit messy and doesn't follow the plan. Could that still be the perfect lesson? Kevin and Julie discuss creating the lesson, putting it on the alter and letting God touch it with His power and making it something more incredible than we could ever do, and yet it may be very messy. Why? Agency. You'll have to listen for it to make sense.

Let's flip things and put on the hat of the learner, not the teacher. What is YOUR responsibility as a learner? What should happen if you are not being fed the way you want to be fed? What if you are becoming disengaged from the lessons? What do you do? Julie talks about the potential problems we have when we delegate the responsibility of our learning? How can we become more engaged learners? _______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored ✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Teaching teens and Young Adults. Not the easiest thing to do. Today we interview Dale Draeger, a Seminary and Institute Coordinator in the Vancouver, Washington and Portland, Oregon area. He has many years of experience teaching these groups and shares with us his perspective of powerfully teaching the restored gospel. Get ready to take notes..._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Are you a successful teacher? And how would you know if you are? Maybe we are but are too humble to admit it. But then again, maybe we aren't but we think we are. Then what does a successful teacher look like? For all of us who may be a little unsure if we are living up to the expectations of what our classes may need, let's talk about the successful teacher. Are you one? What defines success? How can we try to be more successful?_______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Often times we can be pretty myopic in our view of who we are teaching to. We may be teaching a young men's class, or a primary or Sunday school class and we obviously know who is in the class, right? Or do we? Julie helps open our eyes and see what we don't normally see: the real people in the class. They are all different. So how do we teach to them all? What is offensive to one may not be to another. What is common knowledge to me may be brand new to you. The more we understand who is in our classes, the more effective we can be in our teaching._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

Do you know the difference between accountability and responsibility? Most of us don't. In fact, we use these terms interchangeably. But their meaning (and thus the outcomes) are very different. Kevin lays out the differences of these words, why they are important, and when he does it becomes obvious we are often teaching in the wrong way. Once you understand the definitions and their applications, the way you teach will forever change. _______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

When you talk about the restored gospel of Jesus Christ, with some topics we may become defensive, trying to prove a point. And when we teach from a place of fear, it changes how we think and how we talk. Rather than teaching from fear, teach from truth. Julie helps us see the difference between teaching from fear and from truth, and how to recognize when we are doing one or the other. She then uncovers the difference in the outcome depending on where we are teaching from. _______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

We receive many questions from listeners like you. Sometimes we devote a whole episode to one question, but not questions need that. So today we are taking several questions and putting them into the one episode. Best use or uses of multi media in lessons Best ways or strategies to start lessons; setting the tone Is splitting up into groups as part of lessons helpful or productive Best ways to get people uncomfortable in appropriate ways * How do you determine whether the discussion you led as a gospel teacher went well? Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

The Sunday School president? Ya, they ring the bell and make sure every class has a room to meet in. Oh, and they make sure Teacher Council Meetings happen. And that's about it, right? Nope. This calling is so much more than what we might think. Kevin and Julie dive into the calling of the Sunday School president to learn just how expansive it is. And it's much more than members give it credit for._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored✅ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@teachingrestored

The purpose of a youth conference is to help the youth grow closer to their Savior. But how many times is it focused on activities and being more fun, with the spiritual element thrown in?This week we interview Taylor and Serena Combs from Calgary, Canada. They were called to put together a youth conference for their stake. Not only did they get it done in a short amount of time, but the impact of the youth conference was next level.Their experiences will not only help you catch a vision for what could be for youth conference, but for any youth activity._______________Subscribe for more free YouTube Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1Find all episodes: https://teachingrestoredAsk a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/Join us on:✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored

Could it be that we are training the students in our class to do the very things we can't stand - Those things that just irk us a little? Why, yes. It happens all of the time. Kevin and Julie talk about the ways that we inadvertently encourage our students to display the poor habits and behaviors we wish they would get rid of. How do we recognize those things and what do we do when we see that it is our fault. _______________ Subscribe for more free YouTube Gospel Teaching Tips: https://www.youtube.com/teachingrestored?sub_confirmation=1 Find all episodes: https://teachingrestored Ask a question for us to answer on our podcast: https://teachingrestored.com/contact-us/ Join us on: ✅ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachingrestored ✅ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachingrestored

To PowerPoint, or not to PowerPoint, that is the question: Whether 'tis nobler in the classroom to show The technology and the wonders of the modern era, Or to take arms against a sea of tech And by opposing not use them. Kevin and Julie talk about the pros and cons of using technology - specifically PowerPoint (or it's other well known cousins of Keynote and Google Slides). It is helpful to use? Can we do without? Are there alternatives? What does using PowerPoint signal to the mind of those attending? https://teachingrestored.com

Too often, as teachers, we go into a classroom thinking, "Alright. Do I have everything with me? I hope Sally isn't as distracting as she was last time. I wonder if I'll get the points across? Will they even listen?" We have all these things swimming in our minds, and yet one of the most important things to be in our minds, isn't: The fact that we have been set apart and have the power of God to teach. When we understand this, we can go in with confidence, boldness, and love knowing those who we speak with will be better for the discussion. How do we get our minds in that state? Play the Rocky theme song before? That would be kind of fun, but no. In this episode we talk about how we can prepare our minds for the teaching experience we are about to have. https://teachingrestored.com

A youth has the lesson to teach next Sunday. Do you say, "There you go!" and hope they teach a good lesson? What if they don't? How can you help them be successful? Kevin and Julie talk about how to help the youth teach classes and help to help them succeed. It's a fine line between doing it yourself and letting them go at it alone. Here is some of what is included: Personal Stories Make a Difference: Discover how incorporating personal anecdotes can enhance our lessons and talks, making them more relatable and impactful. Building Confidence First: Julie shares her strategy of starting with confidence-building before introducing deeper, challenging questions to avoid creating insecurity in students early on. Effective Preparation Techniques: Get insights on how to prepare spiritually and practically for teaching, tapping into the power of prayer, pondering, and proactive thinking. Encouraging Introspective Questions: Learn how to motivate students to ask deep, thought-provoking questions that go beyond surface-level understanding. Creating Engaging Main Points: Focus on developing a clear main point for discussions to avoid overwhelming our audience and ensure rich, meaningful dialogue. https://teachingrestored.com

"We have some people who are derailing the class, who are long winded and they contradict others. They take over the class, in a way, and disrupt the flow of what she's trying to teach, which is frustrating for every teacher." Have you ever been in that position? We all have. It's tough. So how do we deal with it? How do we create a healthy classroom culture where each member has enough trust in the others that they can share what might be intimate feelings? Kevin and Julie answer a question that was submitted and discuss ways to help turn around a classroom culture from a bit toxic and long-winded to containing psychological safety so all can participate. https://teachingrestored.com

Too many times we teach the youth and we speak at them. When we do, they shut up. They don't share. Not their feelings, not their testimonies, not anything sometimes. But if we don't talk, neither will they! So what do we do? Julie takes us through a discussion on... - What a testimony REALLY is - How do we help the youth articulate their testimony - How do we create an environment where they feel comfortable sharing it. Using the tips shared, you will find that their testimonies will flow naturally, without coercion, and they will be sincere. With practical things you can take away, we are sure you are going to love the discussion and the insights you will be able to use when you teach the Savior's youth.

How many times have we wanted to teach our family the gospel, so we model it after the classes at church? We gather everyone around and a parent leads a discussion and speaks way too much and the kids are not engaged. After a few times of doing this, they dread "family scripture study" and you want to give up. Instead of teaching the same way they learn at church, how else can we teach our family the gospel? We talk about teaching by... - Discussions - Environment - Habits - Circumstances - Example

Once you give an invitation to act on what they have learned, now what? How do we take the information and create experiences that change lives? In this episode, Julie uses the scientific process to teach us how to act and build faith. We look at Experimenting with Faith, Primary vs. Secondary Questions, Faith vs. Perfect Knowledge. Data Collection and Evidence in Faith, and much more.

How do we get the learning deep inside of us? How do we take the teachings and make them a part of who we are? The best way we have found is through experiences. This is the first topic of two talking about creating experiences for our learners. Learning information can only take us so far. If we don't use it and experience it, it can be quickly forgotten. This would be the opposite of what we want learners to do with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

As you spend days and weeks and years teaching, your skill increases. What happens, however, when you are in a class with a teacher who hasn't had the opportunity to develop their teaching skills as you have? It might be really easy to judge them and find fault. Kevin and Julie respond to a listener's feedback who is having a hard time not judging. How do we support more and judge less? https://teachingrestored.com

When we feel the Holy Spirit, we feel something. It goes deep into us. But so can that touching video we just saw. One is the Spirit, and one is just feeling the feels. Rather than creating the feelings, how can we make sure we are inviting the Spirit to create those feelings.

Kevin and Julie give their thoughts on how to overcome "Imposter Syndrome" by looking at our callings with new eyes.

You are teaching a wonderful group and as soon as they get in the classroom they clam up. They won't talk. You ask great questions, you put people on the spot, but they still won't share with each other. It's not uncommon, right? We have all faced this before.

We all have different levels of understanding the restored gospel. Wherever we are on any given subject, we also behave at the level of understanding or below it. The difference between the two can be a bit of guilt. We know, but we don't do. So is our job as a teacher to raise the level of understanding or to help and inspire our behavior live up to our level of knowledge?

When you teach, do you try to cover all the content or do you only get to a few verses and go deep? If you did only cover a few verses, do you feel guilty for not teaching everything? Are you cheating them if you go deep?

We all know the stories of the Book of Mormon. But what if we were to really dive into the stories and understand them on a whole new level? How would that transform our teaching?

Let's dive into the intricate relationship between grace, faith, works, and salvation and clarify the often-confusing doctrines.

Are you a scripture taste tester or an "Academician"? (A word we thought Julie made up, but it's a real title!) Whichever you are, or somewhere in between, how can you reignite your scripture study habits? In this episode we discuss different ways of effective scripture study to help you become a better teacher of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.

If you've ever wondered how to let go of your lesson plan and truly connect with your students with the Spirit, then this episode is a must-listen. Julie helps us learn how to get out of our own way and let the Spirit be the real teacher.