Ep. 5 DONTAE CHRISTIAN | CONNOR CHECKETTS | RVVL: LIKE A ROCK

Grace Freeman joins Connor Checketts for a conversation about choosing happiness, finding God in the ways that speak to you, and learning to see the good even when life gets difficult.Grace shares how journaling has changed the way she sees her life, why the story of Esther has shaped her faith, and what she’s learned about consistency, spirituality, and connecting with heaven in your own way.They also open up about pressure, imposter syndrome, insecurity, and the complicated experience of stepping into opportunities shaped by family expectations. Through it all, Grace shares a powerful reminder: you may not always get to choose what happens, but you can choose how you see it.Listen to Like a Rock for conversations about faith, growth, identity, and becoming who God is calling you to be.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

Can you have true conviction while still feeling unsteady and unsure?In this episode of Like a Rock, Connor opens up about uncertainty—within faith, family, the Church, and ourselves—and how having questions doesn’t mean we lack faith.Drawing from the story of Moroni and David F. Holland’s description of him as “resolute and unsure,” Connor explores what it means to keep moving forward even when the path isn’t perfectly clear. Progress doesn’t always happen in a straight line, and our weaknesses, doubts, and imperfections don’t have to paralyze us. Through faith in Jesus Christ, they can actually become opportunities for growth.God’s work can be accomplished despite human imperfection—and sometimes even through it.You don’t have to have every answer. You don’t have to be perfectly confident. Keep moving forward, keep putting your faith in Jesus Christ, and remember to stay Like a Rock.If this episode resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who might need to hear it.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

Thanks for listening to RVVL: Like a Rock. Be sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and follow along for new episodes.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

Thanks for listening to RVVL: Like a Rock. Be sure to subscribe, leave a comment, and follow along for new episodes.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

Welcome to **Like a Rock**, hosted by Connor CheckettsIn this episode, Connor sits down with his grandfather, **Dave Checketts** — one of the most influential sports executives of his generation and a man whose career has intersected with some of the biggest moments, teams, and names in American sports.From becoming the youngest chief executive in NBA history as President and General Manager of the Utah Jazz, to leading Madison Square Garden and overseeing the New York Knicks and New York Rangers, Dave built a remarkable career in professional sports. He later returned home to Utah and founded Real Salt Lake, helping bring Major League Soccer to the state and eventually seeing the club capture the 2009 MLS Cup.But this conversation goes beyond sports.In 1998, while leading Madison Square Garden, Dave helped bring President Gordon B. Hinckley to the world's most famous arena, where more than 20,000 members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints gathered — the largest gathering of Saints in New York City to that point.Years later, Dave and his wife Deb stepped away from the world of professional sports and business to serve as mission leaders in the England London Mission.Through decades of leadership, success, pressure, and change, Dave has remained anchored by two things: **his faith and his family.**And for Connor, this conversation is especially personal — because Dave Checketts isn't just his guest. He's his grandpa.This is **Like a Rock**.Subscribe for more conversations about faith, family, leadership, and the experiences that shape who we become.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

What if the key to truly knowing Jesus Christ isn't simply learning about Him—but becoming more like Him?In this first solo episode of Like a Rock, Connor shares the most life-changing revelation he's ever received. Through personal stories from his mission, struggles with chronic migraines, depression, expectations, and faith, he explains how one simple definition in the Bible Dictionary completely transformed his understanding of what it means to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.If you've ever felt like your progress is too slow, wondered how to know the Savior more personally, or questioned whether you're growing enough spiritually, this episode is for you.⏱️ Timestamps0:00 Welcome to the first solo episode1:12 Why being in front of the camera feels uncomfortable2:35 How photography became my career4:58 Serving a mission during COVID6:50 Chronic migraines, depression & unmet expectations10:18 Feeling like I failed my mission13:25 A prayer in the rain that changed everything15:14 The greatest revelation I've ever received16:05 The Bible Dictionary definition of "Holiness"19:05 How to develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ23:18 What "trying to be like Jesus" really means27:05 Discovering Christ through serving others30:02 Which of Christ's attributes already lives in you?33:05 Repentance through becoming, not just fixing35:10 Final thoughtsKey Scriptures & References📖 Bible Dictionary — Holiness📖 Holiness to the Lord, House of the Lord📖 The Living ChristIn This EpisodeWhy progress rarely looks the way we expectLiving with chronic pain and mental health challengesLessons learned during a COVID missionHow one scripture study changed everythingDeveloping a personal relationship with Jesus ChristThe true meaning of holinessWhy Christlike character matters more than perfectionA new perspective on repentance and spiritual growthIf this episode strengthened your faith, we'd love to hear from you.👍 Like this video💬 Comment with your biggest takeaway📤 Share this episode with someone who needs encouragement🔔 Subscribe for more conversations about faith, resilience, and becoming more like Jesus Christ.Thanks for watching.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

What does it mean to build your life on Jesus Christ?In the very first episode of Like a Rock, host Connor sits down with bestselling author and former Revival host David Butler for an honest conversation about faith, purpose, identity, failure, and the foundation that carries us through life's hardest moments.Connor shares the unexpected journey that led him to hosting this new show, why Helaman 5:12 has become his family's life scripture, and how one verse from Luke 22 quite literally saved his life.Whether you're searching for direction, struggling to find purpose, or simply looking for hope, this conversation is for you.If this episode encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and share it with someone who needs the reminder that they can keep going.CHAPTERS0:00 – A New Beginning2:28 – How Connor Became the Host of Like a Rock6:38 – The Poem That Shaped Connor's Life11:10 – Why "Like a Rock?" (Helaman 5:12)13:25 – Welcome David Butler15:45 – Lessons from Revival19:12 – Finding Purpose in Christ26:48 – Identity vs. Purpose34:15 – Why Failure Is Part of Growth40:22 – Christ Strengthens Us Through Our Pain47:10 – Connor's Personal Testimony51:15 – Final Thoughts with David Butler53:30 – Luke 22 & The Angels That Strengthened Christ57:18 – Connor's Story of Depression & Hope1:01:20 – Remember to Stay Like a RockIn this episode:• Why faith provides both identity and purpose• What David Butler learned from years hosting Revival• Why perfection keeps so many people stuck• The relationship between failure and growth• Finding meaning in suffering• Luke 22 and the angel who strengthened Christ• Connor's personal experience with depression and hope• How building your life on Christ changes everythingScripture References• John 10:10• Helaman 5:12• Luke 22:42–43Thank you for being here.My hope is that Like a Rock becomes a place where honest conversations strengthen faith, encourage hope, and remind each of us that we can build something beautiful with Jesus Christ as our foundation.Remember to stay like a rock.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

Meet Connor Checketts. Welcome to Like a Rock.Every person has a foundation.On this new weekly podcast from Good News Brand, Connor Checketts sits down with inspiring guests to explore the experiences, faith, and defining moments that have shaped who they are—and how Jesus Christ has become the foundation they've built their lives upon.In this introduction episode, Connor shares a little about his own story: growing up in Utah, his career as a photographer and filmmaker, his love of sports, and most importantly, the purpose behind Like a Rock.Inspired by Helaman 5:12, the name Like a Rock reminds us that when our foundation is built on Jesus Christ, we can withstand life's storms. Through honest conversations, personal stories, and meaningful testimony, this podcast is about discovering what truly anchors us.Whether you're navigating challenges, strengthening your faith, or simply looking for uplifting conversations, we hope this show encourages you to build your life on the only sure foundation.Welcome to Like a Rock. We're grateful you're here.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

in this heartfelt series finale of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts dave butler and stephan taeger reflect on their journey of sharing uplifting stories of faith, joy, and god’s love, revisiting favorite moments, exchanging personal anecdotes, and highlighting inspiring quotes from church leaders; blending lighthearted banter with sincere testimony, they emphasize themes of mercy, happiness, and the inclusive nature of god’s love, encouraging listeners to seek joy, trust in grace, and keep believing in good things to come as they close with gratitude and a reminder to carry the good news forward.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.

in this episode of revival: a good news brand podcast, hosts stephan taeger and dave butler celebrate the joys of the season while reflecting on a powerful general conference message, exploring how faith is often found in simple, even unexpected ways. they discuss the spiritual witness of the book of mormon, the beauty of god working through humble means, and the expansive nature of his love for all people, including across generations. through personal stories and heartfelt testimony, they highlight the transformative power of jesus christ and the importance of recognizing god’s hand in everyday moments. blending lighthearted banter with meaningful insights, the episode invites listeners to embrace a faith that is both simple and profound, rooted in hope, and alive in daily life.join us for a weekly revival with your host Connor Checketts.