Why It Pleases the Lord When We Don’t Eat Meat

(The Doctrine & Covenants 89 Message Most Members Miss)

In this powerful episode of Eat Meat Sparingly, Ali Esig pulls back the curtain on what’s really happening inside today’s factory farms—and why it matters spiritually, ethically, and emotionally. Using Doctrine & Covenants 89 as her guide, Ali unpacks the often-overlooked verse: “It is pleasing unto me that they should not be used.”

This is not a guilt trip. It’s a gentle, eye-opening invitation to consider how our food choices reflect our values—especially when it comes to the creation around us.

You’ll learn:

• What CAFOs (concentrated animal feeding operations) are—and why 99.9% of chicken and 98% of pigs come from them

• Why eating meat “sparingly” is both a commandment and a compassionate practice

• The hidden human cost of slaughterhouse work

• The disturbing truth about eggs and male chicks (yes, even cage-free)

• How our plates can either honor or hinder the divine potential of animals

• What you can do to start making a difference—without going broke or going extreme

Plus, Ali shares how even one meatless meal a week can have a ripple effect on animal welfare, the environment, and your spiritual alignment.

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00:00 Introduction and Summer Update 00:45 Challenges of Eating Healthy 01:46 Today's Topic: Doctrine and Covenants 89 05:14 Factory Farming and Its Impact 08:53 The Reality of Chicken Farming 14:30 The Plight of Pigs and Dairy Cows 17:36 Human Welfare in Slaughterhouses 20:15 Making a Difference: Practical Tips 26:37 Conclusion and Support Resources