Why We Stay Podcast

I realized something recently that completely shifted how I see faith — and it’s not what I expected. 😊
Drop a 🙌 if you’re still figuring this out too.
After years of holding onto a rigid view of faith, I finally understood that faith isn't about certainty — it's about hope.
Real faith means embracing the unknown, trusting Jesus even when we don’t have all the answers. That’s what keep...

Lauren joins us to walk us through her journey as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Houston, TX. Within the first 3 months of her mission, Lauren and her companion experience unimaginable violence in their missionary apartment. By the power of God, they were spared and have made full recovery. Lauren, in gratitude to God, shares her story and encourages others to do the same to spread the light tha...

In this episode of the Why We Stay Podcast, hosts Kalyx and Hannah explore the themes of faith, vulnerability, and the complexities of church life. Hannah shares her personal journey of faith, including the impact of her family's struggles and her experiences navigating church alone. The conversation delves into the nature of God, the concept of eternal families, and the importance of love and communication in overcoming life's cha...

In this episode of the Why We Stay podcast, Kalyx welcomes new co-host Hannah, who opens up about her personal faith journey and struggles.

The discussion then shifts to Wakana’s compelling conversion story, exploring her spiritual transformation, the power of prayer, and a profound dream in which she encounters Jesus Christ.

Throughout the conversation, the episode highlights the importance of community, friendship, and the ...

In this episode of the Why We Stay Podcast, host Kalyx welcomes Allie Bills, a fellow podcast host and aspiring musician, who shares her journey of faith, personal struggles, and the importance of community in nurturing one's beliefs.

Allie discusses her new podcast, Continued Conversion, which focuses on the experiences of believers in maintaining their faith amidst life's challenges.

The conversation delves into Allie's personal...

In this episode of the Why We Stay Podcast, host Kalyx welcomes Allie Bills, a fellow podcast host and aspiring musician, who shares her journey of faith, personal struggles, and the importance of community in nurturing one's beliefs.

Allie discusses her new podcast, Continued Conversion, which focuses on the experiences of believers in maintaining their faith amidst life's challenges.

The conversation delves into Allie's personal...

Lexi shares her journey of addiction and recovery within the context of her faith.

She discusses her early experiences in the Church, her struggles with various addictions, and the support she received from loved ones and priesthood leaders.

Lexi emphasizes the importance of living a recovery lifestyle and finding healing through the Atonement. She also highlights the significance of the temple in her life and the love she feels ...

Lexi shares her journey of addiction and recovery within the context of her faith.

She discusses her early experiences in the Church, her struggles with various addictions, and the support she received from loved ones and priesthood leaders.

Lexi emphasizes the importance of living a recovery lifestyle and finding healing through the Atonement. She also highlights the significance of the temple in her life and the love she feels ...

Aubrey shares her journey of love, faith, and infertility.

She talks about meeting her husband, who was not a member of the church, and how they navigated their different beliefs.

Eventually, her husband joined the church and they were sealed in the temple. They then faced challenges with infertility and Aubrey was diagnosed with endometriosis.

Despite the difficulties, they remained hopeful and continued to trust in God's plan. Au...

In this conversation, Kalyx Bell and David Snell explore David's journey in creating Latter-day Saint content, the evolution of Saints Unscripted into Keystone, and the complexities of faith and belief.

They discuss the process of spiritual growth, cognitive dissonance, and the importance of focusing on one's relationship with Christ amidst the challenges of church history and doctrine.

David shares insights on navigating faith, ...

In this episode, Collin Tibbitts shares his journey of reflection and growth in his faith. He discusses the challenges he faced and how he found inspiration in the stories of others. Collin emphasizes the importance of being intentional in our relationship with God and seeking personal experiences with Him. He encourages listeners to take care of themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually, and to make time for stillness and r...

Amy discusses her experience with Women on the Stand, a movement to have women in leadership positions on the stand during church conferences. She explains the importance of women's voices being heard and represented in all aspects of the church. Amy shares her personal testimony and belief in the doctrine of continuous revelation and the need for change in the church's organizational structure. She encourages both men and women to...

Jayden Laursen shares his journey of leaving and returning to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

He talks about his experience serving on church Seminary Council and the difficulty of leaving that calling. Jayden reflects on his life before coming back to the Church and the negative influences he had. He emphasizes the importance of repentance and finding true happiness in Christ.

Jayden also discusses the challenge...

Brayden shares his journey from growing up in an active LDS family to serving a mission in South Carolina. During his mission, his parents began questioning their faith, which caused Brayden to doubt his beliefs. However, he found strength in his mission experiences and the power of prayer. Brayden's testimony was strengthened by the miracles he witnessed and the guidance he received while serving. Upon returning home, he faced the...

Brayden McLaughlin shares his story of growing up in an active LDS family and his decision to serve a mission in South Carolina. During his mission, his parents went through a faith crisis and left the Church, which caused Brayden to question his own beliefs. Despite the challenges, he found strength in his mission experiences and the power of prayer. He shares stories of finding people to teach and feeling the Spirit guide his wor...