The physical principles of inertia and entropy are strikingly relevant to our spiritual lives, as is the admonition to "be of good cheer." Click here to see the speech page.

The physical principles of inertia and entropy are strikingly relevant to our spiritual lives, as is the admonition to "be of good cheer." <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/geoffrey-j-germane/inertia-entropy-good-cheer/">Click here</a> to see the speech page.

Inertia, Entropy, and Good Cheer | Geoffrey J. Germane | June 1995

Paul Rusesabagina retells the dramatic story made famous by the film Hotel Rwanda. He explains how God brought people to him to keep safe. Click here to see the speech page.

Paul Rusesabagina retells the dramatic story made famous by the film Hotel Rwanda. He explains how God brought people to him to keep safe. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/paul-rusesabagina/hotel-rwanda-story-yet-told/">Click here</a> to see the speech page.

Hotel Rwanda: A Story Yet to Be Told | Paul Rusesabagina | January 2008

The great ones of the sixth century believed in contemplation and in action, and they weren’t afraid to ask God for revelation. Click here to see the speech page.

The great ones of the sixth century believed in contemplation and in action, and they weren’t afraid to ask God for revelation. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/hugh-nibley/lessons-sixth-century/">Click here</a> to see the speech page.

Lessons of the Sixth Century | Hugh Nibley | March 1956

“Faith works by words,” said Joseph Smith. Replacing self-doubt with power words can remove fear and increase performance in your life. Click here to see the speech page.

“Faith works by words,” said Joseph Smith. Replacing self-doubt with power words can remove fear and increase performance in your life. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/craig-manning/power-words/">Click here</a> to see the speech page.

The Power of Your Words | Craig Manning | January 2017

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We can keep our spiritual hearts healthy by serving, and incorporating the PULSE acronym can help us keep our service regular. Click here to see the speech page.

We can keep our spiritual hearts healthy by serving, and incorporating the PULSE acronym can help us keep our service regular. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/sondra-heaston/keeping-your-fingers-on-the-pulse-of-service/">Click here</a> to see the speech page.

Keeping Your Fingers on the PULSE of Service | Sondra Heaston | June 2015

R. Kent Crookston discusses the natural law of blessings. When we are obedient to God's laws, blessings will follow. Click here to access the speech page.

R. Kent Crookston discusses the natural law of blessings. When we are obedient to God's laws, blessings will follow. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/r-kent-crookston/natural-law-blessings/">Click here</a> to access the speech page.

The Natural Law of Blessings | R. Kent Crookston | March 2001

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As we learn about the creation we learn about the Creator. Studying the tree of life helps us to appreciate His intelligence and skill. Click here to access the speech page.

<a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/michael-f-whiting/charles-darwin-tree-life-assembly-required/"></a>As we learn about the creation we learn about the Creator. Studying the tree of life helps us to appreciate His intelligence and skill. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/michael-f-whiting/charles-darwin-tree-life-assembly-required/">Click here</a> to access the speech page.

Charles Darwin and the Tree of Life: Some Assembly Required | Michael F. Whiting | May 2005

Change is an inevitable and sometimes difficult part of life. We can get the power to change, or to cope with it, from the Savior. Click here to view the speech page.

Change is an inevitable and sometimes difficult part of life. We can get the power to change, or to cope with it, from the Savior. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/wendy-l-watson/change-always-possibility/">Click here</a> to view the speech page.

Change: It's Always a Possibility! | Wendy L. Watson | April 1998

There are some types of judgement we must never pass, and some we must pass. Dallin H. Oaks offers principles for making righteous judgements. Click here to see the speech page.

There are some types of judgement we must never pass, and some we must pass. Dallin H. Oaks offers principles for making righteous judgements. <a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/dallin-h-oaks/judge-judging/">Click here</a> to see the speech page.

Judge Not and Judging | Dallin H. Oaks | March 1998

<a href="https://speeches.byu.edu/talks/john-g-roberts/supreme-court-us-constitution/">Click here</a> to access the speech page.

The Supreme Court and the U.S. Constitution | John G. Roberts | October 2007

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.

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.

By Study and By Faith

Showcasing BYU devotionals and forums that blend reason and science with faith, university disciplines with discipleship, and the scholarly with the sacred. 

Showcasing BYU devotionals and forums that blend reason and science with faith, university disciplines with discipleship, and the scholarly with the sacred.&nbsp;

By Study and By Faith: BYU Speeches

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