Make Time Count: May 2015

My Testimony

As I reflect back on my own individualized testimony of the Book of Mormon and how much it has grown, even over just the past few months, and now seeing where my testimony of the Book of Mormon is now... is absolutely amazing! I truly feel a deeper love and power that is contained within this wonderful book! I know without a doubt that this book contains the word of God and was brought forth by the prophet Joseph Smith. He sacrificed everything for the Lord, so that He could be such a tremendous hand in bringing about the Lord's purposes. I am so grateful for his sacrifice and for the devotion and love he had in the work of which he was apart. I know that I am deeply blessed to have such a loving Heavenly Father who would bring forth such a life-changing book for all of us here in the latter-days, to ponder and to read each and every day. I know it helps start off my day right. I know it is true. Every word. The Book of Mormon is a guide to help us reach our ultimate goal, to have eternal life and to live with our Heavenly Father once again. Right now, as your choose to walk this path, you may be forgiven completely of your sins through baptism done by the proper priesthood authority of God. The Atonement of Jesus Christ is what makes this ALL possible for us. He does not ask us to do it alone. He is always with us along the path through mortality, and sends us the greatest gift we could ever have in this life. The gift of the Holy Ghost, which remains as our constant companion through life to receive direction and power through God's hand. Today, in this moment, read the Book of Mormon to find out for yourself the truth of which it holds.
Testimony of the Book of Mormon

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

Just A Mere Comma

My dear Grandma passed away on Friday. When the news came from my Mission President, I have never felt such peace in all my life and at that moment. I know that the Plan of Salvation is real. I know that death is not the end, but a mere comma in our story. I have learned so much about myself this week, I am stronger then I ever thought I would be! I will continue to carry a smile on my face knowing that I will see my Grandma again and that she will be with me and my family for eternity! I know that she gets to be reunited with my loving Grandpa. I am sure it will be a very HAPPY reunion. I am so grateful for the gospel and the knowledge that families are forever!
‪#‎familiesforeternity‬

About Me

I am a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. I am currently serving a full-time mission (18 months) in Raleigh, North Carolina and there is no greater joy than sharing what you hold most dear in your life with others! I know for an absolute fact that God lives. He sent His Only Begotten Son to pay the debt that we could not pay on our own. I know that Jesus Christ is my example, my Redeemer, my Savior, and my very best friend. Through His sacrifice, He gave me the chance to again live with my Heavenly Father again. I love my family more than anything! I truly enjoy going to church because my ward is like an extension of my family. We are all brothers and sisters, who help each other fulfill our purpose along the path back to heaven.#BecauseofHim I have hope. I know that I am imperfect. But I also know and am so grateful to know that even when I make mistakes, I can be completely forgiven of them because of Jesus Christ's infinite love for me and each of you. Our daily walk with Jesus Christ leads to peace, direction and purpose in this life and profound joy and eternal salvation in the world to come. I love the peace, love, and joy the gospel of Jesus Christ brings when I enter the temple, the Lord's house. I love this gospel so much and it makes me happy! :)