Finding Your Covenant Identity (feat. Hank Smith) | FSY Sept. Week 4

What does it actually mean to live as a covenant son or daughter of God? In this episode of Strong, Kirby breaks down the "For the Strength of Youth" (FSY) curriculum covering covenant identity, Emma Smith, and Joseph Smith. Watch as Kirby Heyborne and popular speaker, author, and podcast host Hank Smith take on a distorted mirror drawing challenge to show how looking through the world's lens messes with our perception of who we really are. Plus, Kirby shares the personal story of receiving his patriarchal blessing, and Hank offers a powerful 30-second explanation of why you were born for a promise made over 2,500 years ago. In this video, you will learn: Why God calls you specifically by name and knows your divine purpose - The difference between looking at yourself through the world's mirror vs. God's truth How Emma and Joseph Smith fulfilled distinct, essential roles in the Restoration What to do when you feel like you don't fit in or feel any different than your peers Visit strongyouthfoundation.com for more episodes and resources! 00:00 - Welcome to Strong & Kirby’s Patriarchal Blessing Story 01:32 - Here's The Thing 02:08 - Guest Intro: Hank Smith on Covenant Identity 04:02 - Out On A Limb: The Mirror Challenge 06:19 - The Deep End: Object Lesson: Worldly Reflections vs. God’s View 08:29 - Called By Name: Lessons from Emma & Joseph Smith 12:08 - Youth Answers 12:50 - Billions of "Micro Plans" in the Plan of Salvation 16:15 - Real Talk Question: "Why don't I feel any different from my non-member friends?" 19:50 - God Relentlessly Pursues You 20:45 - Your Move: Weekly Challenge & Episode Wrap-Up