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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.
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- 1 weeks ago23 min
Angels Round About Us
In this episode we turn from the battles of the spiritual realm to the help Heaven has always provided. Angels are real. They have been part of God’s plan from the beginning, and they are still being sent today—to comfort, protect, guide, and remind us that we are never alone as we seek to build Zion. We look at what angels actually are, how the Lord has used them throughout scripture and history, and how ordinary people can invite their help in daily life. You’ll hear personal stories of protection, of ancestors who show up in quiet ways, of a deer that stopped mid-run, and of the ways we sometimes unknowingly block the very help Heaven is trying to send. Most of all, this episode is an invitation to believe more readily in the Lord’s promise that His angels are round about us to bear us up—and to become a little more angelic ourselves.
- 2 weeks ago17 min
Spiritual Warfare-Part 4
In this deeply personal episode, we continue our Spiritual Warfare series as I share the story of how the Lord has opened my eyes to the reality of the unseen battle around us. From childhood experiences of fear to learning how to recognize and cast out darkness, this episode is an invitation to step into the war with confidence—not fear. We explore how Satan works, how God has never left us defenseless, and how a Zion people can bind the adversary through daily choices, repentance, and unwavering trust in the power of Jesus Christ. To schedule an Emotional Release Process with me, click the link: https://calendly.com/smashly85/emotional-release-process
- 3 weeks ago34 min
Spiritual Warfare-Part 3
In this episode we continue the conversation about spiritual warfare—not by giving the enemy more attention, but by shining the light on how God shows up. Through two powerful personal stories (one from early marriage and one from just last year), we look at how Satan gains access, how priesthood authority and family prayer fortify our homes, and why the sealing power between a husband and wife is one of the strongest weapons we have. Every story points back to the same truth: we have a bigger God, and He is actively building Zion one protected home at a time. To schedule an Emotional Release Session with me, click the link: https://calendly.com/smashly85/emotional-release-process
- 4 weeks ago42 min
Spiritual Warfare-Part 2
In this episode we continue our spiritual warfare series by examining two of the adversary’s most common and personal strategies: temptation and oppression. We explore how Satan attacks our thoughts, identity, and core beliefs, and how these attacks are designed to keep us from becoming a Zion people—pure in heart and of one mind. We also go deeper into the biblical concept of principalities, the legalistic nature of lower-level spirits, and the practical authority every covenant disciple carries through the name of Jesus Christ, temple covenants, and the Atonement. Episode Overview • Why studying spiritual warfare is necessary and does not invite darkness • The rising visibility of the occult and the need for sober awareness • A balanced posture: respect the enemy’s reality without fear • Satan cannot create—he only counterfeits • Biblical hierarchy of demonic forces, with special focus on principalities • How demons operate legalistically and why precise language and authority matter • John 10:10 – the thief’s mission to steal, kill (sacrifice), and destroy • Temptation through the pathway of Wounds, Lies, Vows, and Strongholds (WLVS) • Demonic oppression: external pressure on thoughts, health, circumstances, and calling • Personal examples of oppression timed to prevent temple worship and kingdom work • Practical defenses: closing legal doors, protecting the mind, walking in covenant authority, and building Zion one healed heart at a time Key Scriptures • John 5:19 – The Son does only what He sees the Father do • Ephesians 6:12 – Wrestling against principalities, powers, and spiritual wickedness • Daniel 10 – The prince of Persia and spiritual territorial resistance • Colossians 1:16 & 2:15 – Christ created and then disarmed principalities and powers • Mark 9:29 – “This kind can come forth by nothing, but by prayer and fasting” • John 10:10 – The thief comes to steal, kill, and destroy Key Takeaways • Principalities are high-ranking spiritual forces that influence cultures, ideologies, and systems; their pressure eventually reaches individual minds and hearts. • Lower-level spirits are legalistic—they respond to clear, complete commands issued in the name of Jesus Christ and will exploit any unclosed door. • Temptation often travels the path of unhealed wounds → accepted lies → self-made vows → lasting strongholds that shape identity and beliefs. • Oppression is external spiritual pressure that can affect health, finances, relationships, and timing, especially before a person steps into greater usefulness in the Lord’s work. • The most powerful currency in the spiritual realm is the blood of Jesus Christ and the covenants we have made. • We are attacked not because we are worthless, but because we are effective. • Zion begins with individual minds and hearts that have rejected the lies, broken the unholy vows, and anchored their identity in Christ. Practical Application • Take every accusing thought captive and replace it with truth. • Close legal doors through sincere repentance. • Use clear, authoritative language when confronting spiritual opposition. • Shape your home environment to reflect the Zion you want to help build. • Remember: the same Christ who disarmed principalities still works miracles today. This episode is part of an ongoing series on spiritual warfare. Future episodes will continue exploring additional forms of attack and the full armor the Lord has provided.
- Oct 10, 202630 min
Spiritual Warfare-Part One
In this opening episode of the Spiritual Warfare series, we begin by arming ourselves before exploring the darker realities of the conflict. The war that began in the premortal realm is ongoing—and intensifying—as we draw closer to the time when Christ will reign. Satan is cornered and raging. Fear of naming him only increases his power. Instead, we are invited to study our enemy, stand in the middle ground of clear-eyed preparation (neither denial nor obsession), and use the real weapons the Lord has provided. These weapons are not merely for personal survival. They are the tools that help us build Zion—pure-in-heart homes and lives that become places of refuge in a darkening world.
- Oct 1, 202615 min
Not Your Typical General Conference Tips
Hearing God at General Conference, Prepares our hearts for Personal Revelation. General Conference is more than an event—it is a sacred invitation to hear the voice of God and take one more step toward Zion. In this short episode, Ashley shares five simple but powerful ways to prepare your heart so the Spirit can speak clearly, even in the middle of real life. From asking the questions God wants you to ask, to recognizing your personal army of angels, to embracing the season (and chaos) you’re in, these practices help turn Conference into a deeply personal conversation with the Lord.
- Sep 26, 202633 min
Celestrial Thinking
In this episode I share what happened after the conversation with my son’s football coach—and the beautiful ripple effect that followed when I chose empowerment over the drama triangle. From there we explore the different levels of learning available to us in mortality (Telestial, Terrestrial, and Celestial), using the metaphor of seeing mountains for the first time. We talk about what it actually takes to part the veil, the role of true sacrifice, why we can’t skip steps in our growth, and how all of this prepares us to help build Zion. To schedule an Emotional Release Process, click the link: https://calendly.com/smashly85/emotional-release-process
- Sep 18, 202633 min
From Drama to Empowerment – Building Zion One Role at a Time
In this episode we explore Stephen Karpman’s Drama Triangle (Victim, Hero/Rescuer, Villain) and its powerful counterpart, the Empowerment Triangle (Creator, Coach, Challenger). Drawing from personal notes and real-life patterns, we look at how these roles show up in everyday relationships, conflict, and even our spiritual communities. We use the analogy of a play: most stories begin with the main character stuck in the Drama Triangle, but the best ones—the ones that actually transform us—are the ones where the main character wakes up, steps out of the old script, and moves into empowerment. The conversation ties directly into Zion: what it looks like to build a people of pure heart and real agency by noticing the roles we play and choosing differently. To schedule an Emotional Release Process with me, click on the link: https://calendly.com/smashly85/emotional-release-process
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About Building Zion Podcast
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.
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