Built By Him
A podcast by teens, for teens—created to answer the real spiritual questions teens are actually asking. After sending thousands of teens out each year, we’ve gathered the most common questions about faith, God, and the gospel. Members from the organization HXP discuss questions related to how teenagers can build their relationship with God through the restored gospel of Jesus Christ.
Humanitarian Experience (HXP) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization aligned with the principles, vision, and values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. However, HXP is not sponsored or endorsed by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University, or any of their affiliates. If you would like to submit a question or comment, please contact info@hxp.org.
Episodes
88 episodes
Trusting God Through Every Season; A Chat With Katie Gurney
In this episode of Built By Him, Katie Gurney shares her journey of learning to trust God through uncertainty, change, and the moments when life doesn’t go according to plan. Together, we talk about faith in difficult seasons, surrende...
Patriarchal Blessings: What Is This Personal Letter From God?
In this episode of Built By Him, we explore the meaning, purpose, and personal impact of patriarchal blessings within the LDS faith. Often described as a “personal scripture,” these blessings can offer guidance, identity, and a sense o...
What is BYUtv's new show about HXP?
In this episode, we talk about BYUtv’s new series Leap of Faith and why the stories behind it are so meaningful to us. The show follows teens from different backgrounds as they step outside their comfort zones, serve others around the ...
A Conversation with Anna Hoole: What If Conference Was Meant Just for You?
General Conference just wrapped and Anna Hoole and the cohosts have thoughts. In this episode, they share their personal favorite talks, the moments that actually stopped them in their tracks, and what the Prophet said that they're still sittin...
Interviewing Talon Savage: Is this Me or the Spirit?
That quiet nudge you felt and then talked yourself out of? That's exactly what this episode is about.Talon Savage, leader at HXP and host of his own podcast, joins us to break down a simple but powerful principle: the first thought is from ...
Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?
In this episode, we sit down with Izzy Lish, HXP trip leader and content creator, to talk about navigating hard seasons and finding purpose in the middle of trials. Izzy shares personal experiences and how she’s learned to look for the silver l...
Interviewing Brock and Boston: What does it look like to follow Jesus Christ in front of millions?
In this episode of Built by Him, we sit down with brothers Brock and Boston to talk about discipleship in the digital age. Known for their massive influence online, they open up about what it really means to live their faith publicly—t...
Why Do I Need to Go to Church If I’m a Good Person?
A lot of people feel like being a good person should be enough… so why does church matter? In this episode, we get real about that question. We talk about the role of church in building community, showing our love for God, and taking time each ...
How Should I Prepare for My HXP Trip?
In this episode, we hear from Builders who have already experienced an HXP trip as they share what they wish they knew before they left. They talk about how to prepare, what they would do differently, and the advice they would give to someone a...
A Conversation with Brayden Black: Who Does God Say You Are?
In this episode, we sit down with coach, public speaker, and HXP trip leader Brayden Black to talk about identity, self-improvement, and learning to see ourselves the way God sees us. Brayden shares powerful thoughts on self worth, the role of ...
A Conversation with Todd Sylvester: What do I do if I Feel Hopeless?
In this episode, Todd Sylvester shares his powerful conversion story, from battling drug and alcohol addiction and nearly ending his life to discovering a God who never gave up on him. He opens up about the moment prayer became real, the lesson...
Interviewing Kade Peterson: How do I feel confident when I’m still figuring out who I am?
The king of pushing past comfort zones, Kade Peterson, joins the conversation to unpack one of the biggest questions teens wrestle with: How do I feel confident when I’m still figuring out who I am? From learning to care less about the...
How do I turn my daily gospel habits into daily interactions with God?
Are you doing the daily gospel habits but not feeling anything? In this episode, we explore what it really means to stop loving the checklist and start loving the God the checklist points to. How do you learn to genuinely love the scriptures, t...
Why can't I feel God's love?
Episode 2 is all about God’s love and the different ways we feel and recognize it in our lives. We share personal experiences, talk about moments when we’ve felt close to Him, and also the times we’ve struggled to feel worthy of that love. This...
Meet the Cohosts: What Does Conversion Really Look Like?
We’re kicking off Season 3 of Built by Him with our newest co-hosts—Presley, Lily, Henry, and Drew! This crew jumps right in with honest, vulnerable conversations about their faith journeys and the ways they’ve encountered God in their...
Summer of Miracles: The Power of Perspective
In this inspiring episode, cohosts CJ and Blakely sit down with Hailee to hear about her unforgettable trip to Costa Rica. From powerful moments visiting families in their homes to the incredible story of lost luggage being found, and even flig...
Summer of Miracles: Love People
This summer, Builders are learning about love and forgiveness and confidence all around the world. Listen to this Builder's miracles as she learned to love the locals and people in her group.
Summer of Miracles: Past and Present
Join CJ and our special guests Hunter and Izzy as they dive into the lasting impact of HXP. Some miracles show up right in the middle of the trip. Others take their time, only becoming clear weeks—or even years—later. Either way, the experience...
Summer of Miracles: God sent the rain
From Vanuatu to Thailand, God shows up!!! Tune in for the latest miracles this summer.
Summer of Miracles: Hugs, pictures and prayers
Work on the worksite is no joke. But on this trip to Peru, God showed up in a powerful way. Tune in to hear how a miracle helped lighten the load and gave our Builders the strength to keep going.
Summer of Miracles: God loves His kids everywhere
We're so excited to have three amazing Builders from Cambodia with us today! They're here to share some of their favorite foods, powerful spiritual experiences, and even a few MIRACLES. From their stories, we’re reminded that God loves us and a...
A Summer of Miracles: Learn to talk with Him
What does it look like to witness real miracles on your HXP trip? In this episode, CJ and Addie talk with Maggie and Grace about their life-changing experiences in Ecuador and Uganda—from meeting families who sacrifice everything to attend the ...
A Summer of Miracles: The Definition of Happy
Welcome to our first episode of our Summer of Miracles series! In this episode, we get to hear from Sawyer and her time in Malawi! She tells us about her experience in the homes of the locals, connecting with other Builders in her group, and le...