By Study and By Faith
by By Study and By Faith: BYU Speeches
Finding Direction in Uncertainty | Mary Davis | April 2024
About this podcast
Looking for examples of faith and scholarly knowledge working together for good? This weekly podcast showcases BYU devotionals and forums that blend reason and science with faith, university disciplines with discipleship, and the scholarly with the sacred. Expand your mind while strengthening your spirit by listening to these unique speeches.
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- Finding Direction in Uncertainty | Mary Davis | April 2024 · 32 minWhen faced with uncertainty, we can move forward with faith, knowing that God will lead us on our personal paths. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener…
- Faith and Works in a Secular World | Keith B. McMullin | November 2006 · 35 minWhile navigating this confusing world, we will need strong faith and works that are the sustaining evidence of our faith in Christ. Click here to view the speech page. See…
- A Legacy of Faith · 20 minThe legacy of faith laid by the early Saints of the Church helps us to have strength and faith through our challenges today. Click here to view the speech page. See…
- A Transforming Excellence | Andrew Teal | April 2023 · 16 minOur BYU education helps us to develop the quality of excellence, which cannot simply be taught, but comes by integrity and revelation. Click here to view the speech page. See…
- Becoming Men and Women of Principle | Adrian Van Mondfrans | June 1982 · 31 minAdrian Van Mondfrans explains how to become men and women of principle. There are gospel formulas we can follow to become better. Click here to view the full speech. See…
- Keepers of the Light | Ulisses Soares | April 2026 · 16 minAs you continue in life, strive to become keepers of Christ's light for the rest of the world and continue your heritage of sacred learning. Click here to view the speech page…
- The Lord's Measures | Justin Collings | August 2026 · 30 minThe expansion of the experience and abilities of students will help BYU to become “the great university of the Lord.” Click here to view the speech page. See…
- Imparting Our Double Heritage to Students | Justin Collings | April 2025 · 28 minChrist-centered teaching, inspired learning outcomes, and eternal aims shape student growth, faith, academic success, and lifelong purpose. Click here to view the speech page…
- Inspiring Learning | Kevin J. Worthen | August 2016 · 37 minPresident Worthen emphasizes the life-changing power of experiential learning at BYU, with examples from mentored research programs to the Book of Mormon. Click here to view the…
- Finding Answers | Joseph Fielding McConkie | December 2006 · 31 minWe can find answers through seeking the Holy Ghost, asking the right questions, and knowing how to proceed when we don't receive answers. Click here to view the speech page. See…
- Illuminated Stories | Robert T. Barrett | May 2018 · 33 minThe illuminated stories of individuals throughout history show that courage and motivation to endure are required to experience greatness. Click here to see the speech page. See…
- “Lean Not unto Thine Own Understanding” | Gary E. Stevenson | January 2014 · 28 minGet true understanding as you study, pray, and serve. Such understanding comes as you trust in the Lord, rather than yourself. Click here to view the speech page. See…
- The Covenantal Journey of Disciple-Scholarship | Richard A. Gill | July 2024 · 33 minAs disciple-scholars, we embark on voyages of discovery and settlement, in which we look for landmarks to help us build a covenantal life. Click here to view the speech page. See…
- Learning to Love Learning | David A. Bednar | April 2008 · 22 minA BYU education ought to instill in you a love of learning that will help you in further education, career, and eternal personal development. Click here to view the speech page…
- The Truth of All Things | Ryan Holmes | May 2013 · 33 minAs impressive as modern technology is, a celestial communication network is infinitely more pure and capable than man's smartest technology. Click here to view the speech page…
- Become a Seeker: The Way, the Truth, and the Life | Michael A. Goodman | July 2016 · 39 minTo learn truth: become a seeker—do not fear questions; love and respect all; and learn and share the principles for knowing truth. Click here to view the speech page. See…
- Light and Truth | Ulisses Soares | December 2022 · 28 minOur quest in life is to seek the light and truth of Christ's gospel among the many distractions of the world. Click here to view the speech page. See omnystudio.com/listener for…
- Observation, Reason, Faith, and Revelation | Dale G. Renlund | August 2023 · 43 minObservation, reason, and faith facilitate revelation and enable the Holy Ghost to be a reliable, trustworthy, and beloved companion. Click here to see the speech page. See…
- The Tie Between Science and Religion | Russell M. Nelson | April 2015 · 8 minThe tie between science and religion is strong because both science and religion follow set laws that govern our lives and the world. Click here to view the speech page. See…
- “A House of Faith” | Dallin H. Oaks | August 1977 · 35 minTo achieve BYU’s prophetic destiny, we must know its role in the kingdom of God, be fearless in sharing the gospel, and seek God's will. Click here to view the speech page. See…







