Changing

He Came In the Fourth Watch | Donald Kelly - 070

We’ve all been in situations where we feel alone. In those challenging times, looking to God for support and guidance is the best way to overcome the journey. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald uses principles and articles from the Bible, scholars and religious leaders to demonstrate how God delivers us to where we need to go. Have faith that God will help us overcome our challenges: In the books of Mark and John, we see Jesus’s apostles out on the water, commanded by the Lord, when...

Part 2 - What’s Up With The Snake on The Stick? | Donald Kelly - 069

Today’s episode of Changing continues our dive into the history of the serpent. Why are snakes representative of evil, and is it a fair connotation? Tune into the prior episode before listening to hear the full explanation! The serpent on the stick was preserved and used as an idol of worship. Sometimes, things that are historical take on a whole new meaning. There wasn’t anything evil about it. But, over time, the children of Israel developed superstitions around the serpent. Worshippi...

Part 1 - What’s Up With The Snake on The Stick? | Donald Kelly - 068

In today’s episode of Changing, Donald gives us insight into the meaning of the serpent. Throughout scripture (and history), we see the snake as an evil being. But how did that negative connotation come about, and is it accurate to what we know? Join us as our host, Donald Kelly, answers these questions and discusses the snake on the stick. The Lord told Moses how to heal the poisoned:  In Numbers, the people just had to look at the serpent to be healed. But, naturally, people didn’t beli...

3 Things You Can Do To Increase Your Faith | Donald Kelly - 067

For many of us, faith comes in and grows with us over time. But there are still things we can do to help encourage that growth and help us grow in your faith. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses three things we can do to increase our faith and relationship with God.  Study scripture more, do more prayers, and talk more with God Reading first-hand experiences educates and helps us become more faithful when we break down scripture. Understanding the history, characters, and w...

The Common Ways Christians Worship Other Gods | Donald Kelly - 066

While you likely aren’t constructing a statue or temple in your backyard for them, false gods and idols are still present in today’s society. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses the importance of identifying these false gods in our life, common idols, and how we can work to remove them for a healthier and more fruitful relationship with the Lord.  Common Idol: Social Media Is social media bad? No. But it can certainly rob us of our agency.  When you’re at church, are you un...

What Is A Fast & How Do I Do It? | Donald Kelly - 065

How and what exactly is a fast, and why should we do one? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald answers all our fasting questions and explains how and why we should add this method of worship to build our relationship with the Lord. What is fasting? Fasting is going without food (and sometimes water) for specified periods.  As Christians, we do 24-hour fasts one day each month, where we go without food or water.  However, in other religions, some have up to 40-day fasts where they on...

We Didn't Come This Far To Only Come This Far | Donald Kelly - 064

No matter what stage of life you’re at, we all feel the temptation to give up. After all, why should we bother trying to do good each day? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses how we can persevere through obstacles and continue living by God’s word, even when it seems difficult. Israelites were the Egyptian’s slaves for hundreds of years. The Lord sent Moses to be the instrument to lead the Israelites out of slavery to their promised land. When Moses told everyone they were ...

5 Ways To Draw Closer To Your Earthly Father Even If You Don't Have a Great Relationship | Donald Kelly - 063

Father’s Day is an important holiday for many reasons. While our relationship with our heavenly father is imperative, loving and serving our earthly father is just as important. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses how we can serve our father and build a better relationship for long-term growth with five different strategies. Learn about your past. Research your family tree and do genealogy to learn about your family’s past. Cook a meal with your father. What’s the cuisine o...

As For Me And My House We Will Serve The Lord | Donald Kelly - 062

Serving God isn’t reserved just for Sunday morning; it’s something we should incorporate into every area of our lives. And what better way to start than our own homes? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses five practices and strategies to serve the Lord within your own home.  Commit as a family and as an individual to make your house a holy place When Donald first attended church, his family did not come with him. Wanting to study scripture in peace, Donald hid in the bathroom ...

Love, Share and Invite | Donald Kelly - 061

The most powerful things we can do as Christians are to love, share, and invite others to change and love God. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses these three topics and explains how we can use them to help everyone feel the inspiration to draw closer to Christ. Love Everything the Savior did comes back to love. We need to love our brothers and sisters if we want to help them. It’s not about you; it’s about helping and caring for other individuals. The best way you can help...

I Lost Everything! | Stephen A. Hart - 060

On today’s episode of Changing, we’re joined by fellow podcaster Stephen A. Hart as he describes his relationship with Christ and how he gained faith amid multiple obstacles in his life.  Stephen was incredibly successful as a business owner. After graduating from college in ‘99, Stephen found himself in the mortgage industry before starting his first business in the financial sector in 2005. In 2007, his business was thriving. Because of that, he purchased things like a million-dollar ...

Having The Faith To Go Forward In The Face of Difficulties | Donald Kelly - 059

We’re not always at our strongest, but through our faith, it’s something we can fortify and improve. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses the importance of faith and how we, as followers of God, should be willing to overcome obstacles through our faith. Abraham was told to sacrifice his only son.  In Genesis 22, Abraham leads his son, Isaac, up the mountain to sacrifice him. This experience is profoundly sad, but Abraham knew God would not lead him wrong. Not only did Abrah...

What Is A Temple And How They Help Me Draw Closer to Christ | Michael Manzur - 058

Temples are not new - they’re holy places to separate our faith from the cares and concerns of the everyday world. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald is joined by the owner of Flood Me Social (a Tik Tok influencer marketing firm), Michael Manzur, to discuss his trips, travels, and perspective behind the importance of temples. The beauty and nature of why we go to temples are essential. Temples are a representation of a holy place. Regardless of religion, there are places you can go to...

The Proper Way to Delegate In Your Church Responsibilities | Donald Kelly - 057

Delegation is vital to help other people grow and improve (as well as help ourselves when we’re overloaded.) In today’s episode of Changing, Donald explains how to delegate church responsibilities better. For more context, check out our prior episode discussing the importance of humility. Here’s what many people skip when it comes to delegating: Exodus 18:20 - And thou shalt teach them ordinances and laws, and thou shalt show them the way they must walk and the work they must do. If yo...

Be Humble Enough To Learn And Change | Donald Kelly - 056

There are things about Moses we often overlook. And in today’s episode of Changing, our host Donald Kelly goes through his life. In this first part of a two-part discussion, Donald looks at what we can learn from Moses and how living a humble life kept him a devoted servant of the Lord. The Lord can use us despite our shortcomings. God already knows all our weaknesses and flaws. So if he calls on us to do something, it’s because he knows we can overcome the obstacles and fulfill his calli...

5 Things You Can Do To Remember Easter Year Round | Donald Kelly - 055

Happy Easter from Changing! Easter is a day to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and Christians around the world come together to celebrate. (For the history of the holiday, check out our previous episode!) Easter is a powerful holiday with a powerful message, and the meaning behind it shouldn’t be limited to one day. In today’s podcast, Donald discusses five ways to celebrate Easter all year long! Dedicate your life to Christ. A church leader told Donald, “the only thing we can g...

What Exactly Is Easter All About? | Donald Kelly - 054

Easter is one of the most important holidays of Christianity. But what happened that made it the holiday today, with the eggs and bunnies? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald dives into the holiday history, helping us realize why Easter is so important and why we celebrate it the way we do.  Easter is the Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Following his resurrection, Jesus presented himself in front of Mary Magdalene and other disciples. In Luke 24:39, Ch...

7 Things You Can Do To Never Have Another Boring Church Service | Donald Kelly - 053

Trust God, He Can Change You! | Randy Wilburn - 052

In today’s episode of Changing, Donald is joined by his spiritual mentor and friend, Randy Wilburn. As a child of Christ, Randy has seen firsthand the power and freedom that comes when we open our hearts to God. And in today’s episode, he shares some of what he’s learned over time. God is with us through all our trials and tribulations. Even figures like Joseph had many obstacles to overcome. But, the Bible is quick to remind us that God is always with him. We don’t go through challenge...

The Danger of Comparison | Donald Kelly - 051

It is easy to lose sight of our goals when comparing ourselves to others. So why do we fall into that mindset? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald explains how we can avoid this mistake and refocus on what matters: our relationship with Christ. Comparison isn’t always bad. But the issue arises when we compare ourselves to others. Today more than ever, we are addicted to our phones. (Many teenagers spend seven hours a day on average on their phone!) Social media might be pictures, but...

5 Ways To Help Youth Own Their Spirituality In 2022 | Donald Kelly - 050

When it comes to spiritual growth, there’s only one person who can improve and strengthen that growth - you! In today’s episode of Changing, Donald dives into five ways you can foster spirituality in yourself and help others do the same. Define your intentions As a child of God, our ultimate goal is to join Him in Heaven. But what can we do now to get there? You must be intentional. Set small, achievable goals instead of broad goals like being a better husband, wife or sibling.  Intenti...

I Was Transformed Through COVID | Jaunai Walker - 049

While COVID-19 had many adverse and traumatic effects across the globe, it also helped many people connect with God on a deeper level. Today’s episode of Changing features one of these stories. In this episode, Donald interviews Jaunai Walker to discuss how isolation and COVID led to her religious transformation. God guides us through every part of our lives, even if we don’t realize it. God was present in Jaunai’s upbringing, but her family went to church inconsistently. Despite this, ...

You Don’t Have To Do It On Your Own | Matt Ruedlinger - 048

Life is hard enough; why add more stress on top of it? We are prone to perfectionist tendencies; we hold high standards for ourselves and those around us. However, this behavior (while good in some situations) can lead to overloading our plates. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald interviews Matt Ruedlinger to discuss how we can call upon God to help ease our burdens in all instances, not just religious challenges. Shifting his mindset helped Matt change his business.  Building a relatio...

Learning To Listen To The Still Small Voice | Jon Hensley - 047

God has a message for all of us. For some, that message might be a small action or decision that carries a tremendous impact. Or, for others, it’s a huge action that also results in a big impact! In today’s episode of Changing, Donald is joined by Jon Hensley, a man who experienced the latter of these two scenarios. In this episode, he’ll recount his story of when he learned to listen to that voice, and what changed as a result. The story starts in 2007 when Jon entered the army.  When he...

I Left Church But God Didn't Leave Me | Mylena Sutton - 046

In today’s episode of Changing, Mylena Sutton joins Donald to discuss her experience separating from and ultimately returning to God. While she might’ve left Him, God never left her. And His grace allowed her to find her way back to Him and continue on her journey. To Mylena, going to church as a child was like a family reunion.  While her family wasn’t conservative, she was still the first to attend college.  As she left to attend college, she left her family church and started attendin...

Judaism to Christianity | Andy Lustig - 045

In today’s episode of Changing, Donald takes a look back to a fan-favorite episode from the Changing archives. He speaks to Stake President Andy Lustig about converting from Judaism to Christianity.  What is a stake president? The Stake President ministers to people, oversees the church bishops, and deals with the general dealings of the stake.  President Lustig grew up in Jamaica, Queens, New York, and went to a Jewish school. He was raised in a conservative Jewish home and, like all Jew...

God Was There Through My Loneliness | Godfrey McAllister - 044

Everyone experiences loneliness at some point or another. For many, the Covid pandemic brought this to light; quarantining in isolation has left many feeling alone and depressed. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald interviews public speaker and financial consultant Godfrey McAllister to discuss Godfrey’s feeling of loneliness and how he turned to God for help. Godfrey came to the United States seven years ago. After decades as a professional speaker, Godfrey moved to the United States....

Should I Just Blindly Obey? | Donald Kelly - 043

Should you blindly obey the word of your parents, church leaders, and other important people in life? In today’s episode of changing, Donald shared his feelings about it, discussing when it’s important to push back against blind obedience while still living a Christlike life.  There’s a difference between learning and disobedience. Blind obedience is unquestionable obedience. Whether because of manipulation, amorality, or just plain evil intentions, blind obedience can occur anywhere. For...

Become A Better Christian By Helping Others | Donald Kelly - 042

A core belief of Christianity is helping other people. But how can we do that to become a better disciple of Jesus? Find out on today’s episode of Changing.  Be anxiously engaged in a good cause. Anxious, in this case, means excitement and eagerness for a cause. Engage in something bigger than yourself, like sharing the gospel, serving in the military, or even donating time or money to a charitable organization. Working for a cause bigger than you benefits humanity. After all, the goa...

How to Change When Your Family Keeps Reminding You of Your Past | Donald Kelly - 041

It can be difficult to make life changes when family continually reminds you of your past. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald shares how you can get past this obstacle to walk your Christlike journey with confidence. We make mistakes. It’s simply part of being human.  Changing requires your family to alter their perception of you, which can be challenging.  (Even if those changes are for the better.) As you set goals and plans for the new year, remember that other people, even famil...

5 Important Things To Remember Before You Set New Years Goals As A Christian | Donald Kelly - 040

Goal setting is essential for Christians; it’s through setting goals that we can continue to live our lives in the image of God. But how can we go about setting goals correctly? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses five important things to remember while setting goals as a Christian.  We’re made in the image of God. Genesis 1:26-28 - And God said, Let us make man in our image, after our likeness: and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the fowl of the air...

What Does Christmas Mean To You? | Donald Kelly - 039

Merry Christmas from TSE Studios! In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses the importance of the Christmas season. To Donald, Christmas means love. So what does it mean to you? Why did Jesus come in the first place? Jesus came because of our separation from God; we could only be reunited by repenting for our sins.  Jesus’s death on the cross and his atonement for our sins allow us to live again. We are all God’s children, and he wants us to live with him. And Jesus was willing...

I Found Christ In Prison! | Jermaine Ward - 038

For some, finding Christ can be a long and challenging process. But the result makes it all worthwhile. Today’s episode of Changing features Jermaine Ward, who developed his relationship with Christ while serving in prison. His incredible story shows that we can work to live a life full of prosperity and hope no matter our past. Growing up, his family life was volatile. As a kid, he watched someone bleed to death on the stairs of his house after a bad prostitution deal. In particular, h...

Darkness to Light | Keith Diaferia - 037

In today’s episode of Changing, host Donald Kelly talks to Keith Diaferia about his transformation from Darkness to Light.  Even the people closest to Keith didn’t truly know who he was.  He was compelled to darkness through drugs, alcohol, and the nightlife.  While living in Chicago, Keith became affiliated with a gang, who became like a second family. Keith ignored the guidance of his parents and siblings. While they thought he was just a “mixed-up kid,” Keith was becoming a monster...

5 Easy Ways to Share The Gospel This Holiday Season | Donald Kelly - 036

The holiday season isn’t just a time to give, it’s a time to serve and be thankful! In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses five easy ways everyone can share the gospel this holiday season. Offer service There are so many opportunities to serve others, wherever you are! You could offer hand sanitizer, help carry someone’s groceries or help someone put their shopping cart away. You can simply reach out to people and see if they need a prayer. Or, if you have the resources, cons...

Three Important Things You Can Do To Make Big Changes In Your Life | Donald Kelly - 035

We’ve heard from amazing guests and heard great strategies and tips to become better followers of Christ. But no matter how many stories we hear, getting out of our comfort zone to make those positive changes can be difficult and overwhelming. So in today’s episode, Donald shares his three tips to make big changes in your life.    1. Pray for help and guidance.   There are countless examples in the Book of Mormon that show God will answer our prayers. Our Savior Jesus Christ prayed ...

5 Individuals From The Bible Who Expressed Gratitude | Donald Kelly - 034

It is incredibly important to be grateful for the many things we are given throughout our lives, but it is especially important this month: the month of Thanksgiving. As an example, today, Donald talks about 5 examples of individuals from the Bible who demonstrated gratitude.  The 10th Leper - 10 individuals were infected with leprosy, a chronic infectious disease that severely affects the skin. Jesus used the power of God to heal all 10 lepers, yet only one of them returned to Jesus to tha...

Changing Is More Than a Sunday Activity | Cheryl Niedzwiedz - 033

Changing can take forms in many ways. From small elements to life-altering events, we constantly look for ways to better our lives. For today’s guest, a decades-long search for a church led her to a solid and lifelong relationship with the Heavenly Father. Cheryl Niedzwiedz learned changing is more than a Sunday activity, and that’s the story she shares on today’s episode.  Cheryl had fond memories growing up in the church.  Her earliest church memories are a feeling of warmth while singi...

How Can I Review Personal Revelation From God? | Donald Kelly - 032

While the Lord is all-powerful, the messages he sends us are seldom loud or boisterous. Instead, these personal revelations are often small, still voices in the back of our minds, urging us on the Lord’s path when the moment is right. But how can you know when you’re experiencing a personal revelation? And, especially in today’s technological world, how can you make yourself receptive to hearing them? Find out on today’s episode of Changing. Put yourself in a position to hear personal reve...

3 Common Misconceptions Christians Have About Repentance | Donald Kelly - 031

Many people share common misconceptions about the Atonement of Jesus Christ and the concept of repentance. In today’s episode, Donald will discuss 3 of these misconceptions and how we can free ourselves of the false ideas they portray.  1. I don’t need to repent No matter who you are or what walk of life you are from, everyone needs to repent. Jesus Christ is the only perfect being. If we seek to become like him, we must utilize His atonement and recognize that we are never exempt from re...

5 Things You Can Do To Have Meaningful Scripture Study Daily | Donald Kelly - 030

We all know how important our scripture studies are. The problem is, many of us struggle to find meaningful ways to engage with those studies on a daily basis. In today’s episode of Changing, Donald discusses 5 different powerful techniques that everyone can practice to develop a more meaningful daily scripture study. 1. Set apart time/location for studies  When he first started his walk with Christ, young Donald lived in a small apartment with his family. The TV in the living room was of...

I Found Happiness Through Christ | Barbara Velasquez - 029

No matter who you are or what your background is, there’s always someone there for you. And that’s the Lord. Regardless of your pains, trials, and turmoils, the Lord knows how you’re feeling and can lead you on the path to salvation. On today’s episode of Changing, Donald is joined by Barbara Velasquez, who will share her story of how the Lord gave her the help and guidance she needed to find happiness. Barbara’s early life was unstable.  Born and raised in Guatemala, she experienced home...

My First Real Prayer For Truth | Junior Germain - 028

Today’s episode of Changing features college student Junior Germain. While he grew up in a religious household, he did not have a relationship with God himself until he made a change. The change? He made a prayer for truth. Junior wasn’t always religious. While his mom would drag him to church every Sunday, Junior hated it. He just didn’t want to make room for religion in his life. And his relationship with religion stayed like that until he was 14. It was partly because he wasn’t sure ...

Overcoming Loss and Forgiving Others | Debby Montgomery - 027

Overcoming a traumatic event can put a strain on any relationship, especially our relationship with God. Today on Changing, Donald is joined by Debby Montgomery to learn her journey to find acceptance and forgiveness after her husband’s sudden passing. Debby’s husband unexpectedly passed during their 26-year long marriage. Because he died so suddenly, Debby had to figure out who she was personally and professionally—all while being a mother to four kids.  Debby thought she would do ever...

Make Your World a Better Place | Donald Kelly - 026

There are many situations in the world today where we justify being unkind to one another. But what if we instead looked for ways to uplift each other and make the world a better place? In today’s episode of Changing, Donald tells us how he thinks we can start that process. It’s easy for us to make judgments.  We all do it. In fact, 80% of our daily thoughts are negative (which is a lot more than most would expect.) We’ll never be perfect, and we’ll continue to have negative thoughts. B...

Teach All Nations | Donald Kelly - 025

Apple Podcasts Title: Teach All Nations | Donald Kelly Artist: Donald C. Kelly  Category: Religion Tags/Keywords: Christian | Religion  Album: Changing | Boynton Beach Florida Stake | Donald C. Kelly  Album Artist: Donald C. Kelly | Stories of Everyday People Coming Unto Christ  Composer: Donald C. Kelly | Boynton Beach Florida Stake  Grouping: Changing | Christian | Saint | Donald C. Kelly    Many people who live without God do so because they don’t know how to find his me...

My Family Needed Me | Scott Schlofman - 024

Apple Podcasts Title: My Family Needed Me | Scott Schlofman Artist: Donald C. Kelly  Category: Religion Tags/Keywords: Christian | Religion  Album: Changing | Boynton Beach Florida Stake | Donald C. Kelly  Album Artist: Donald C. Kelly | Stories of Everyday People Coming Unto Christ  Composer: Donald C. Kelly | Boynton Beach Florida Stake  Grouping: Changing | Christian | Saint | Donald C. Kelly    Scott is a financial advisor    If you’re not changing, you’re not progr...

Of You It's Required To Forgive All Man Part 2 | Donald Kelly - 023

Apple Podcasts Title: Of You It's Required To Forgive All Man Part 2 | Donald Kelly Artist: Donald C. Kelly  Category: Religion Tags/Keywords: Christian | Religion  Album: Changing | Boynton Beach Florida Stake | Donald C. Kelly  Album Artist: Donald C. Kelly | Stories of Everyday People Coming Unto Christ  Composer: Donald C. Kelly | Boynton Beach Florida Stake  Grouping: Changing | Christian | Saint | Donald C. Kelly    In our last episode, Donald spoke about the importan...

Of You It's Required To Forgive All Man Part 1 | Donald Kelly - 022

Apple Podcasts Title: Of You It's Required To Forgive All Man Part 1 | Donald Kelly Jesus gave the ultimate sacrifice to forgive us for our sins. He was able to forgive us despite us being completely unworthy. Despite this, we are quick to judge others. We are quick not to forgive our fellow man. How can we let go and forgive? We must learn about and practice forgiveness, and on today’s episode of Changing, Donald shares an important parable that stresses just that. We all have our prob...

I Was Humbled By The Lord | Donald Kelly - Ep 021

Apple Podcasts Title: I Was Humbled By The Lord | Donald Kelly Artist: Donald C. Kelly  Category: Religion Tags/Keywords: Christian | Religion  Album: Changing | Boynton Beach Florida Stake | Donald C. Kelly  Album Artist: Donald C. Kelly | Stories of Everyday People Coming Unto Christ  Composer: Donald C. Kelly | Boynton Beach Florida Stake  Grouping: Changing | Christian | Saint | Donald C. Kelly    In today’s episode, we’re going through the story of none other than our ...