A brief testimony of the Lord and finding optimism in Him in hard times.

The story of how Basketball and Saturday night dances drew me in, and how someone's personal testimony brought me to believe in Christ, and the restoration of His Church to the earth.

I am not the same man today that I was a year ago! It has indeed been a journey to be baptized in the true church.  This is my story.  At some point, one must realize that change is inevitable and you come to the realization that everyone is a teacher leading you to His kingdom on earth. Before Paul became an apostle, he ridiculed Christians. Then, he was taught by a Rabban--the highest Rabbi. Later, when the resurrected Lord commissioned him, Paul straightaway preached Christ in the synagogues, that He is the Son of God (Acts 9:20). So I will do the same, and follow his example and share my experience and testimony.  Coincidence is Gods way of staying anonymous as he leads you to the right path.

This is my story and my testimony of living with and overcoming disability through love and faith in the Lord. I am proud of being handicapped, which just means your Spirit was so great in the pre-existence that the Lord gave you your own special handicap that no one else but you can handle.  I feel that I'm better off than a lot of people.  Everyone has their own handicap, big or small, that you must overcome. The Lord lives and he cares about all his children, so don't give up. I sure didn’t.  My life has been more full because of the Lord, I LOVE HIM FIRST OVER EVERTHING. I know the church is true.

Many youth and young adults in the church want to talk to those around them about the gospel but aren’t sure who to talk to, but returned missionary Paul Brooks from the Romford Stake in the United Kingdom has no problem finding people to listen to him! As a radio presenter at his local radio station, he finds his hobby is a great way to talk about the church and gain friendships with those around him.

Recently, I was visiting with a young friend over breakfast about his future plans. As a senior, life looks a little frightening and confusing. This dear friend said to me, “I’m just not sure about a mission. You see, I’m just not sure that I know.”  I have thought about it repeatedly since then. My young friend’s question is one that I have had before, perhaps you have had before… Do I really have a testimony?  I’d like to tell you about 4 people who had the same question.

Hope is peace, happiness, harmony, joy, and peace of mind.  It is a belief that things will get better, that good will prevail.  It is a principle of action.  And, it is a quiet confidence that the gospel “plan of happiness” will end in…happiness.

Agency is a gift, lets use it with enthusiasm!

Our Lord’s house invites us in. After being baptized about a year ago, one of my goals was to be able to learn how to become closer to my Creator by visiting His house. I want to thank my family and friends who have all inspired me to continue on His path and to go to the Temple. I'm forever grateful. A members positive influence will always be beyond our comprehension.

How I gained a testimony of my own