{"podcast":{"title":"Building Zion Podcast","slug":"building-zion-podcast-7629313","podcast_index_feed_id":7629313,"rss_url":"https://feed.podbean.com/smashly85/feed.xml","website_url":"https://smashly85.podbean.com","image_url":"https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/21804610/building_Zion_imresizerb4srv.jpg","author":"smashly85","episode_count":40,"summary":"Building Zion is the podcast for faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who believe the Second Coming of Jesus Christ is near—but also understand that Zion won’t simply appear after Christ returns. It must be built before He comes again. Each episode explores practical, spiritual, and deeply personal ways to build Zion within your own heart—because Zion will rise one covenant keeper at a time. As you transform your inner world, that light naturally expands to your family, your ward, and eventually your community. Through scripture-based insights, stories, actionable tools, and uplifting conversations, Building Zion helps you: • Strengthen your discipleship and deepen your conversion • Cultivate Christlike attributes needed for a Zion people • Create greater unity and love within your home • Influence your community for good as a disciple of Christ • Prepare spiritually and emotionally for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ If you’ve ever wondered how to actually build Zion now—and what your personal role is in preparing the world for the Savior’s return—this podcast will guide you step-by-step. Join the movement. Grow your heart. Strengthen your family.…","last_synced_at":"2026-09-19T08:18:57.678161+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/building-zion-podcast-7629313"},"episode":{"title":"Born Again Part 2","slug":"born-again-part-2","published_at":"2026-06-26T15:48:54+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/building-zion-podcast-7629313/born-again-part-2","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/building-zion-podcast-7629313","url":"https://smashly85.podbean.com/e/born-again-part-2-1782488934/","audio_url":"https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/iaqxuupnumt1229s/episode_audio_645A38A8-4835-486D-8004-EDE3FF62BA4E_ukuwc7.mp3","summary":"In this powerful episode, we explore what it really means to be “born again”—moving from a church-centered life of routines and checklists to a deeply personal, Christ-centered relationship with the Savior. Even when we’re doing all the “right” things—attending church, praying, studying scriptures—many still feel a lingering distance from God. Why? Because closeness isn’t found by doing more, but by removing what’s keeping us far. Discover five practical keys to genuine intimacy with God: • Dropping the mask and praying with raw honesty • Learning to sit in silence and listen • Turning scriptures into a living conversation • Pursuing obedience from love, not performance • Choosing connection daily, even when you don’t feel like it If you’ve been thirsting for more but feel stuck in spiritual routines, this episode will help you rediscover your first love and experience the fruit of the Tree of Life. The Savior is closer than you think—He’s just waiting for you to draw near. To schedule an Emotional Release Session, click on the link below: https://calendly.com/smashly85/emotional-release-process","meta_description":"In this powerful episode, we explore what it really means to be “born again”—moving from a church-centered life of routines and checklists to a deeply per…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1699,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/building-zion-podcast-7629313/episodes/born-again-part-2/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/building-zion-podcast-7629313/born-again-part-2.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}