Where We Gather: Scripture Insights from Modern Day Disciples
The Where We Gather podcast was created to help you draw closer to the Savior through personal scripture study, meaningful conversations and simple acts of faith.
Audra Elkington is a lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The stresses of life and sincere questions piled up and she spent 6 years away from the church. Since returning to full participation in her mid-30s, Audra has rebuilt her testimony from the ground up. She stripped away all the questions and cultural concerns and started with learning about and nurturing a relationship with the Savior.
Audra has a deep desire to help others learn more about Jesus Christ and His doctrine. The gospel, as laid out by the Savior, is for everyone who is willing to turn toward Him and follow His teachings. This is the core of the gathering of Israel. The Savior is where we gather.
Audra has been featured in LDS Living's This is the Gospel, Time Out for Women and has been a guest on several podcasts. She has also taught at FSY, Online Institute, and SALT Gathering. Audra is a graduate of Brigham Young University.
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Where We Gather: Scripture Insights from Modern Day Disciples
10 - True conversion has to start here
Are you worried about a loved one who's struggling with their faith? Or maybe you feel like church attendance is a chore at this point?
In this episode, we're diving into the story of Alma the Elder to learn why true conversion can only happen through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
What you'll discover in this episode:
- Why forcing or shaming others into faith never works and what your actual role is when loved ones stray from the gospel
- The difference between surface-level church participation and true Christ-centered conversion. Sometimes we're focusing our efforts on the wrong thing.
- How to find peace when someone you love seems far from faith.
Whether you're a parent watching children drift away, a spouse concerned about your partner's testimony, or someone struggling to "just show up" to church yourself, Alma's story offers hope and practical guidance. You'll learn how true disciples focus on testifying of Christ rather than trying to control outcomes, and discover why your own conversion to the Savior (not to programs or people) is the foundation for everything else.
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