Winning the War Between Remembering & Forgetting: Building Your Personal Iron Rod

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, host Maurice Harker continues the Eternal Warriors 4.0 series by teaching how to intentionally design the “presidential cabinet” in your mind—instead of letting fear, shame, and Satan’s lobbyists run the show.Maurice explores how many Latter-day Saints live with anxiety, depression, spiritual stagnation, or quiet mediocrity, not because they’re weak, but because they’ve never been taught how to recognize and organize the voices in their own head. He introduces the idea of a spiritual “cabinet” made up of the historian, statistician, hope, charity, fear, the divine apprentice, and the lobbyist, and shows how to put faith, hope, and charity back in the lead with Christ as the true source of guidance.You’ll learn:How Satan uses isolation and the lie, “You’re the only one like this,” to shut down your growthWhat it looks like to run a daily “cabinet meeting” in your brain with the Savior presidingHow to recognize when the “lobbyist” voice (fear, shame, panic, urgency) is hijacking your thoughtsSimple ways to use DAR/DPAR (Discover–Plan–Act–Reflect) with a partner or teammate to create progressWhy teaming up (fireside-style check-ins) is a spiritual weapon against discouragement and driftHow “beginning with the end in mind” leads to miracle-level passion projects where you seek and expect to be part of God’s workIf you’re an LDS disciple, spouse, or parent who feels stuck in your head, overwhelmed by self-improvement, or alone in your battles, this episode will help you name what’s going on inside, fight isolation, and move toward a life where you can honestly say: “I have used my gifts and talents to be part of miracles.”🔗 For deeper, gospel-centered training, visit:LazarusLectures.com – Marriage repair workshops & Lazarus LecturesLifeChangingServices.org – Self-mastery, Eternal Warriors, and healing programsCreated by faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but not officially affiliated with the Church.

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, host Maurice Harker dives into how small, simple, gospel-centered systems can transform your self-mastery—and why Satan works so hard to convince you it’s “too much” or “not enough.”Building on the Eternal Warriors 4.0 framework, Maurice and his team review key principles like the war between remembering and forgetting, recognizing satanic lies and spin, understanding chemical levels, and using DAR/DPAR (Discover–Plan–Act–Reflect) in realistic, everyday ways. You’ll hear practical examples—from sticky-note to-do lists to budgeting and even pickleball practice—showing how self-mastery doesn’t have to be complicated to be powerful.In this episode, you’ll learn:How the war between remembering and forgetting is a real spiritual battle, not just a personality flawWhy Satan loves the lie: “If you can’t do it big and perfect, you shouldn’t do it at all”Simple ways to turn everyday tools (like sticky notes, planners, or budgets) into DAR/DPAR systemsHow to adapt Eternal Warriors tools to your personality, season of life, and energy levelWhy small and simple efforts, repeated with faith in Christ, can bring about miraculous long-term changeIf you’re an LDS parent, spouse, leader, or disciple who feels overwhelmed by self-improvement or “one more system,” this episode will help you simplify your efforts, recognize Satan’s discouraging narratives, and move forward with doable, grace-filled progress toward your passion projects and eternal goals.🔗 For deeper, gospel-centered training, visit:LazarusLectures.com – Marriage repair workshops & Lazarus LecturesLifeChangingServices.org – Eternal Warriors, self-mastery, and healing programsCreated by faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but not officially affiliated with the Church.

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, host Maurice Harker explores how to turn intrusive thoughts, exhaustion, and spiritual opposition into fuel for growth instead of proof that you’re failing.Drawing from the Come, Follow Me lesson and recent general conference talks, Maurice explains how to reframe negative self-talk as deliberate spiritual opposition, not “just your own broken mind.” He walks through his process of creating “Notes to Self”—personalized, gospel-rooted reminders in written and audio form—to anchor your mind when Satan attacks with shame, depletion, or “you’re not enough” narratives.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to recognize intrusive, self-critical thoughts as spiritual warfare—not your true identityWhy exhaustion and burnout are often a satanic strategy, not a badge of righteousnessHow customized audios and written “notes to self” can function as a personal iron rod during late-night anxiety and early-morning attacksWhy God expects you to rest and let divine compensation (ministering angels, teammates, and grace) cover what you can’t doHow to support youth and adults who are wrestling with questions, doubt, and truth-seeking without fearIf you’re an LDS spouse, parent, leader, or disciple striving for self-mastery, resilient faith, and Christ-centered emotional health, this episode will help you see your mental battles in a new light—and give you practical tools to fight back with the Savior instead of against yourself.🔗 For deeper, gospel-centered training, visit:LazarusLectures.com – Marriage repair workshops & Lazarus LecturesLifeChangingServices.org – Self-mastery, Eternal Warriors, and faith-based healing programsCreated by faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but not officially affiliated with the Church.

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, host Maurice Harker dives into one of Satan’s most subtle but powerful tactics: the war between remembering and forgetting. Why is it so hard to remember spiritual impressions, goals, and revelations—even when we want to? And why do the worst thoughts tend to show up right as we’re falling asleep or just waking up?Drawing on his Spiritual Psychology Masterclass, Maurice shares how he discovered and built “personalized iron rods”—practical systems that help you hold to the word of God when your mind is drifting or under attack. From missionary days with 3x5 scripture cards in Detroit to using modern text-to-audio tools as wake-up and bedtime “iron rods,” he explains how to turn reminder systems into spiritual weapons, not shame-filled “crutches.”In this episode you’ll learn:How Satan uses drifting, anxiety, and late-night/early-morning thoughts to derail youWhy even smart, faithful people forget critical truths and commitmentsHow to build personalized iron rods using scriptures, notes, and audioHow to use two-alarm systems and intentional listening to push back on fear-based morning thoughtsWhy “affirmations” often feel cheesy—but intelligent reminders are powerful and doctrinally soundHow to see structure, tools, and supports as Christlike compensation, not weaknessIf you’re an LDS disciple striving for self-mastery, stronger relationships, and spiritual clarity, this episode will give you hope—and concrete tools—to stop losing battles you’re not even aware you’re fighting.🔗 For deeper, gospel-centered training, visit:LazarusLectures.com – Marriage repair workshops & Lazarus LecturesLifeChangingServices.org – Eternal Warriors, self-mastery, and faith-based healing programsCreated by faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but not officially affiliated with the Church.

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, Maurice Harker dives into the real-life battle between your thoughts, weaknesses, and Satan’s lies—and how God uses all of it to turn you into a powerful servant, not a failure.Maurice explains why being “lazy,” “undisciplined,” or “scattered” is often Satanic spin, not your true identity. Instead of shaming yourself, he teaches how to build compensation systems—reminders, structures, and teammates—that actually make you more Christlike. You’ll learn the “seeds and weeds” mental gardening model, using simple tools like 3x5 cards to pull out destructive thoughts (“I’m inadequate,” “I’ll just fail again”) and replace them with truth, over and over, just like tending a real garden.Key principles in this episode include:Why using supports, structure, and people is not a crutch, but a Christlike way to work (“let them be one”)How passion project teammates can cover your weak spots and give you confidence to move forwardThe “seeds and weeds” method for catching Satan’s lies and consciously planting truth-based thoughtsHow to replace unwanted behaviors (like overeating or numbing out) with healthy, intentional alternativesTurning the DAR cycle (Discover–Plan–Act–Reflect) into a joyful, daily repentance and growth processUsing warrior chemistry—holy urgency and righteous anger at suffering—to push through resistance and serve othersMaurice also shares how to talk to others who are drowning in “weed thoughts” with love unfeigned, and how to start saying, “I have a dream, I don’t know how to do it yet, and I’m looking for teammates,” so you can become part of God’s miracle-making process—even while you’re still very, very human.If you’re a Latter-day Saint striving to repair your marriage, build self-mastery, and push back against Satan’s lies, this episode will help you see your “weaknesses” as invitations to partner with God and His people.🔗 For deeper, gospel-centered training, visit:LazarusLectures.com – Marriage repair workshops & Lazarus LecturesLifeChangingServices.org – Eternal Warriors, self-mastery, and faith-based healing programsCreated by faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but not officially affiliated with the Church.

In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, Maurice Harker (founder of Life Changing Services and creator of Eternal Warriors) helps you learn how to never be “spiritually bored” again—and how to fight back when Satan uses anxiety, depression, distraction, and “I’m just lazy” thinking to shut you down.Maurice introduces key Eternal Warriors 4.0 principles, showing how passion projects—big, faith-based missions that matter to you—can become instant tools against feelings of worthlessness, boredom, and discouragement. Instead of just trying to “stop a bad habit,” you’ll learn how to aim your life at something powerful, and then build systems that help you actually follow through.Using stories from his own life and work with Latter-day Saint individuals and couples, Maurice teaches:The “war between remembering and forgetting” and why forgetting your goals is not a personal weakness, but a Satanic strategyHow to use reminder systems (alarms, 3x5 cards, written plans) as spiritual weapons, not crutchesThe DAR cycle (Discover, Plan, Act, Reflect) and why planning specific times and places is like declaring war on Satan’s interferenceHow to plan for failure with backup plans and still move forwardThe chemical scale and why moods (low motivation, “I’m just lazy,” “I’m broken”) are one of Satan’s favorite toolsHow to catch Satan’s lies, write them down, and create truth-based rebuttals so he can’t reuse the same tricksIf you’re an LDS man or woman trying to rebuild your marriage, overcome addiction, or develop real self-mastery through the gospel of Jesus Christ, this episode will help you see your mind, your schedule, and your “forgetfulness” in a whole new spiritual light.🔗 For deeper training and marriage repair tools, visit:LifeChangingServices.org – Eternal Warriors, self-mastery, and faith-based therapeutic programsThis podcast is created by faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, but is not officially affiliated with the Church.

What if the very things Satan uses to whisper, “you’re too broken, too messy, too late” are the exact things God wants to use to bless His children?In this episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, Maurice Harker (founder of Life Changing Services and creator of the Spiritual Psychology Masterclass) dives into the psychology behind fear, perfectionism, and “I’ll just mess it up” thinking. From mission stories in Detroit to the story of Martin Harris and the 116 pages, Maurice explains how perfect love casteth out fear and why God invites us into His work knowing full well that we are still in process.You’ll hear powerful insights on seeing yourself as one vital chess piece on God’s board, learning when to move and when to “hold still,” and why your anger at the pain in the world is actually a form of Christlike love when it drives you to get tools to those who are suffering. Maurice and Markel also share about their new “Phase 3” effort—a project to turn deeply wounded, resilient Latter-day Saint women into an army of healers and creators who bring hope to others.🔑 In this episode, you’ll learn:How Satan uses tiny drips of fear and shame to keep you from writing, speaking, posting, or leadingWhy God’s work will move forward—and why you’re still invited (not required) to helpHow perfect love casteth out all fear when you study and serve with real people’s pain in mindThe vision of a battalion of “broken” disciples doing miracles togetherThe chessboard analogy: when God asks you to move, and when He asks you to stay putHow to see your trauma, divorce, or failure as training for a future mission—not disqualificationIf you’ve ever felt like, “I want to help, but I’m too flawed and I don’t know what to do,” this episode will help you see your place in God’s battlefield and give you courage to pick up your small, simple tools and get to work.🎧 Listen now on Spotify and all major podcast platforms.

Can God really do His work through you when your life feels like a total mess? In this powerful episode of the Memoirs of an LDS Servant Teacher Podcast, Maurice Harker (founder of Life Changing Services and creator of the Spiritual Psychology Masterclass) explores what it really means that “God’s work cannot be frustrated”—even by our weaknesses, sins, or failures.Drawing on the story of Martin Harris and the 116 lost pages, early Church history, and real-life examples from modern disciples, Maurice dives deep into spiritual psychology—the mental and emotional patterns behind fear, shame, perfectionism, and “I’ve ruined everything” thinking. He also shares memorable insights like “the miracle is in the mess” (a phrase coined by Karen Broadhead of Mothers Who Know), and why God often uses our most chaotic, humiliating experiences as the raw material for miracles.🔑 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why God’s work cannot be frustrated—even by your worst mistakesHow to see yourself as a tool in God’s hands, even when life is messyThe difference between fearing man and trusting GodHow stories like Joseph Smith, Alma the Younger, and early Saints reveal God’s pattern with “professional sinners”Why your weakness, failure, or ruined plans may be part of a divine setupHow to push back against isolation and “I’m the only broken one” thinkingPractical ways to keep moving toward your mission and calling while everything around you feels chaoticIf you’ve ever wondered, “Am I too broken for God to use me?” this conversation is a reminder that you are not disqualified. In fact, your “mess” may be exactly what qualifies you to serve, understand, and rescue others.🎧 Perfect for:LDS listeners, gospel teachers, therapists, missionaries, recovery warriors, and anyone who loves deep, doctrinal, psychology-rich conversations about the Atonement, agency, and personal growth.

Miracles in the mess, overcoming the fear of others’ opinions, and trusting that God’s work cannot be frustrated—Host Maurice Harker shows how to begin with the end in mind, let go of perfectionism, and move forward even when life feels chaotic. You’ll hear real stories, courage cues (think Daniel & Esther), and practical framing to trade shame for purpose and act with faith today.If this helps, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so others can find the show.

Intrusive thoughts, DPAR cycle and NINI-FIFI replacement cards—learn to flip lies fast, act with courage, and review-revise-recommit. Host Maurice Harker maps fear and overthinking into a simple battle plan: notice it, name it, flip it with truth on a 3×5 card, then act. You’ll also get “caddy-style” teammate tips, scrum-style block clearing, and drills to make fast, values-aligned decisions in real life.If this helps, subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so others can find the show.