Lessons from An Ancient Prophet

Moroni's example has taught me several things. Here are a few I want to share:

-Despite worldly turmoil and wickedness, I can hold fast to what is right and what I believe.

-Hardships and trials don't have to make me bitter. I can face these eventualities with a glad heart, trusting in God.

-I can be Christ-like and have charity for all of God's children, even those who may seek to persecute me (true Christian courage).

-I can "remember how merciful the Lord [has] been" to His children in the past, and know that He will continue to be merciful to all His children even today.

-I can learn from the example and counsel of my rigtheous parents.
I can strengthen my integrity -to live the gospel even when I'm in situations where it may seem easier not to.

How blessed we are to have the words and righteous examples of the Book of Mormon prophets. I bear witness of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. When I read it, I feel closer to God. It contains the words of Christ.

Dear Moroni

My committment about where I will sant because of my belief in Christ and because of the example of Moroni:

I will stand and be an example to my family and my children someday. Even when people stray, I will try to have love for all men, like Moroni cared about those who wanted to kill him. When I am afraid to open my mouth to others about the gospel, I will remember Moroni and all the things he sacrificed to that we could have the Book of Mormon. I will remember Moroni when life gets hard, when things seem to be going wrong. When I have to stand strong and alonge. I will think about what Moroni would want me to do with his record. Life is hard, but I can do it. I can endure.

I know that the Savior lives and that he is there for me in all my trials, in all my troubles, and in all my joys and successes. I know that he died for me on the cross. He died for me just as much as he died for anyone else. It is hard to express the love I have for the Savior and for the Book of Mormon. I just have such a strong testimony of Christ and the Atonement. I know that He loves me and wants me to progress to become like Him someday. I am so grateful for the gospel, and for all the help and strength it gives me in my life. I know the Book of Mormon is true. "And this is the testimony, last of all, which we give of him: THAT HE LIVES!!!!!" D&C 76:22 I know that he lives. I know it. Amen

I Believe in CHRIST

I Believe in Christ...

It is more than a statement it is my way of life. I am so grateful for the opportunity that I have to express my gratitude to my Savior. This semester in Book of Mormon my eyes have been opened!!! This is a gospel of ACTION!!! A new learned thing... Faith

isn't just hoping it is KNOWING without doubt that when you move in Christ direction it will happen. Things will fall into place. I have never read Ether like this semster. Wow it is amazing. That shows me that my Heavenly Father gives me all the instruments that I need in the begining and then He opens my heart when the time is right. I love those aha moments. Faith is moving and knowing that Christ is there with an out streched hand. In chapter 6 of Ether where it talks of the barges being buried deep in the water. It might be scary to some but what peace they must have felt. Nothing is scary with Christ. He knows what each and everyone of us needs and he gives it to us all we need to do is ask the RIGHT question!! It really is that easy. I know that my Savior loves me. I know that He did suffur on my behave so that I could walk this path hand in hand with Him. I know that this gospel is limitless with possiblities. I know that I can obtain faith like that of the Brother of Jared. I know that we may be tested and tried at times and it is how we deal with those opportunities that testify of our strengh in Christ. I know that people are people and that it doesn't matter what people go through they are all children of God and they need love. Learn from their "hiccups" in life... Don't judge them. We are all different shades of paint... We can't see it now but if we could step back we would see a painting far greater than any in creation. A MASTERPIECE.

Love much... Judge less... Learn More!

I know that I have a loving Heavenly Father and Savior who want me to become my best self. I am willing to make that comitment... Are you?

I say these thing in the name of my Savior and Best Friend,

JESUS CHRIST,

amen.

I believe in Christ, the Son of God and Savior of the world. He is my redeemer and saved my soul from death. His love and power reaches out to all human souls who will embrace him. He is my captain, God and kind.

Matthew Mitchell

Standing With Moroni

This is what I wrote during my 15 minutes of standing with Moroni. I felt the Spirit strongly as I was writing it and thought it would be good to share:

I know that I've been made fun of or treated differently for many things including my religion, but no one has tried to kill me. I've been threatened, but it was about as empty as a class room during Christmas break. Anyway, it bugs me for the most part but I've always felt good knowing that it's all been for the sake of Jesus, so I learn to not care. In fact, I'm pretty sure I enjoy it. That's right. I enjoy being hated for Christ. I feel a good sense of fulfillment when I have my beliefs and am willing to sacrifice hopefully anything to stand by it. I wonder if Moroni felt that way. No, I'm sure he did. Despite the fact that his family and his people have all been killed and he himself is being hunted down, I know that he was confident that as long as he stayed faithful in Christ, he would have him on his side until the Lord saw fit to take him back. This had to have caused a consoling joy to well within him. I can't imagine denying my Savior and I strive to make sure I never ever do so, because that would be one sad moment in time. I would probably cry myself to sleep every night knowing how disappointed my Savior would be. I would feel so terrible knowing that I have taken back everything I have ever lived or stood up for and denying the one person who would have always been by my side no matter what. And this simply because I was worried about what the world thought. That is what causes me to be as I am and make my beliefs my top priority in spite of what the world thinks.

I Believe in Christ

I have a testimony of my Savior Jesus Christ and the love he has for me. I know that he made a huge sacrifice not just for me, but also for the rest of my brothers and sisters. I know that Christ is Heavenly Fathers son and that he too loves us (beyond what I can comprehend now). I believe and know that through the atonement of our Savior we are able to repent of our sins. I am so grateful for that, and to know and have a faith that my Father in Heaven can and will forgive me when I make mistakes in my life and turn to Him. I know that without Christ's sacrifice I wouldn't have the hope to strive to become more like Him. I love and am indebted to my brother, my friend, Jesus Christ who suffered for my sins.

I love my Savior

I am so grateful for the knowledge I have of my Savior Jesus Christ and my dependency on him. His selfless act of love, the atonement, is the only way that I can be truly happy. I know that by learning of him, his thoughts, service, actions, and teachings, I can become more like him. I know that he is my big brother who has done more for mankind than any other soul who will live on this earth. I love him so much and can not stress enough how important my dependency on his atonement truly is. He is the light and hope in my life when everything else is dark. I know that my Redeemer lives!

I know it is true.

There has been times in my life when I wasnt sure if the things that I had learned about at church were true. Sure it was good and all, helped me to be better, but was this all true. Is Christ really my Savior. Are the leaders of the Church here really who they say they are. I had a neat experience through the Holy Ghost, at the moment I knew that Christ really did and does love me. Also that He knows my pain and also that He has paid the price for all of my sin. I Love Him and know that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is just that, His church in these days. He runs it, not man or woman, Jesus Christ the Lord is the leader. He does so through His hand picked Prophets and Apostles here on this Earth. I love Christ's Gospel - His "Good News." We can become clean from our sins and return to Live with Him and Our Father in Heaven if we but do our part and also come unto Christ and partake of His Atonement.

In His holy name, Jesus Christ, Amen.

By His Grace

I'm not the most eloquent with words and I'm definitely not someone that can stand up and bare her testimony instantly. I do know that it is through Christ's grace that we are saved. I think that sometimes we focus too much on what we can do and we don't realize that if we don't get everything done it's okay. Yes, we do need to do service for others. It helps us along the way. Grace however, led us to the point where we want to serve others. Christ is serving us, he is saving us. He had grace and was wonderful to everyone that he meant. He shared his grace with the world. By becoming like Christ we share in his grace and it is his grace that will save us all.

It's True Isn't it? Then what else Matters?

I know that not only is this gospel true but I know that our Savior, Jesus Christ lives and loves me. I know that He suffered all so that we could return to Him and our Father in Heaven. I know that He loves each of us with all His being. I know He is my Savior. Because of this knowledge, the knowledge of His eternal plan of happiness, I have no fear. I look forward to the day of His coming with an eye of faith. My days are happier and my life more meaningful because I understand that we are spiritual beings in a mortal sojourn; working and learning and striving to return to our Father. This knowledge, coupled with the knowledge of the Love and power of my Savior, leaves nothing to be wanted or feared. I love Him and my only desire is to do what He wants me to do. I am grateful for the opportunity that I have to serve and teach those around me so that they too can come into know and love Christ. In following the example of Alma, who asked so many good questions, The gospel is true, the Atonement is true, and Christ is our Savior, right? Then what else matters?

I believe in Chirst with all of my heart. Growing up I wasn't sure but through my leaders and my mission I know He lives. He has given me strentgh when I was low and has led me through trials. I know that I can always count on Him to be there for me in times of hardship as well as times of joy. He wants the best for me and will help me achieve that.

Testimony

I am grateful that I can have this opportunity to share my belief in Christ. My testimony is simple but always growing. I know that Jesus is the Christ. One thing I am always in awe is the fact that Jesus knows literally everything i am feeling and going through. The knowledge that I am never alone.

I know my Heavenly Father loves me <3

I am eternally endebted to my Father for everything He has given me. His hand is always there for me to grasp when I am of in need of it and I never deserve it. For blessing me with a healthy body and a beautiful eternal family who I know and cherish through all my days here on earth. I can say now that I have many angels in my life, and these include my glorious friends and my whole family. They, through the Spirit, have helped shape me into the person I am today and I am so greatful for that. Through all of my experiances here on this earth, both good and bad, I have grown so much and have learned a lot about myself. I am so greatful for the blessing of peace which comes from showing love and charity towards all the people I know in this life; for charity truly is the pure love of Christ. I have a testimony of my brother, Jesus Christ. I know that he blead and died for me so that I may have a chance to return back to my Heavenly Father again. Only through the atonement can I, and everyone on this earth, return back to His presence. I am very greatful for the Great Plan of Happiness and for the role I play in it.
I have a testimony of Joseph Smith and know that he was a true prophet. He was the man who had a huge part in restoring the true Gospel of Jesus Christ back to this earth today. I am very greatful for his sacrifices for me and every one of the Latter-Day Saints, and know that he has suffered more than anyone, save Christ alone, for the welfare of this Church.
This gospel is such a huge part of me in this life and I would never give it up for anything. I will shout to the whole world, "I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and would gladly do anything for this Church and it's cause!"
I will continue to look for the hand of The Lord in my life and never falter in this glorious faith! I love you all with the love of Christ and know that if we but put our who faith and trust in Him, we will live in eternal happiness with Him once more.
I leave these things with you all and say them in the name of the Son, Jesus Christ, amen.

Without him

A while back i had a conversation with a friend whose parents got a divorce at the same time mine did. She wasn't Lds but she did believe in God. Our conversation was about the trials we were going through and when i brought up that my family would not be held together as well with out the love of Christ. She asked me how I could still believe and have such a strong faith in someone who let this happen to us. My answer was simple. He didn't let this happen to us. We have our free agency and people don't always make the right choice. Christ is there for us when things don't go the way we hoped they would. Without him my family would be homeless and for all my we know i wouldn't have a brother on a mission. I would have a brother in jail. I might have even had one who would have committed suicide. My mother would not even be able to support herself let alone a family. As for me i wouldnt even be able to write this blog because i wouldnt be in school. Christ held my family together so we could depend on each other. My older brother is my best and only friend i trust. He is the trying his hardest to be what christ wants him to be so that my younger brothers have something good to look up to. what im trying to say is that your faith in Christ changes everything. You may not be able to see it in the moment but once you step out and let everything in your head clear up and not be as cloudy you see everything in a new perspective. You start to see what Christ sees and that is what makes the difference between my friend and myself. I love Christ and everything he has done for me. It amazes me sometimes that he knows me personally and knows my needs as well as every other person in this world. Without him we can do nothing! I am grateful for this church and this Institute. It is nice to attend a school where you can feel Christ's love every where you go. I am happy and grateful for my trials and the growth i have gotten from it. I know christ loves us and will never let us fail.

My Savior

My heart is filled with gratitude and love when I turn my thoughts to my Savior. I know without a shadow of a doubt that he lives. I am provided with great comfort in knowing that he died for me, and even if I were the only person on this earth who sinned he still would have died just for me. I know that nothing can be good or perfect save it be through our Savior. The only way we are able to live with our Father in Heaven again is through Jesus Christ. I have felt his love for me on countless occassion, and I love Him with all of my heart. He is the key to eternal happiness, I would have nothing with out him, I would be nothing without him. Through Jesus Christ I know that I can have everything.

Touched by the Testimonies

I want to express how much the testimonies of everyone in the class has touched me. As I was reading through some of these blogs, I've noticed how important this church is to all of you. From our Test 2 experience when we were all able to openly share what we thought about faith and repentance, something touched my soul. I felt the love that you all have. I felt my testimony become stronger. Most of all, I felt my Savior's love for me. I absolutely love hearing other people my age share their testimonies at the right moment. There are few things that can relate. Life can sometimes drown out the spiritual promptings that one would be likely to receive, however, hearing what others' testimonies have truly strengthened me.

A BIG thanks to my test two group and all those who have blogged up to this point for sharing what is most precious!

How does one put in to words that which he feels? I am very greatful for being a part of this big plan, if it weren't for certain people that God has placed in my life I would not be here at this time. I am thankful for ll the many blessing that I have been given in my life. I am greatful for my Savior and all that He has done for me. I am thankful for my wife as well who drives me nuts most of the time; I love her for that. I am greatful for life and the liberties that I have for having been born here.

I Feel His Love

These past couple months while being at college for the first time, I have experienced and seen many things to know how much He really does love me. Now that I am on my own, I have needed to lean on him more then ever, and he has been there EVERY time. I look back through the semesters, and easily notice all the blessings he had given me and still is to this day. Just recently it was the 4th of July break & I went to california for the whole weekend. I had so much homework, I wanted to die! But for some weird reason I kept getting the feeling that everything was going to be alright. I went on the trip trying not to think of it & enjoy the trip as much as I could. Right when I got home I said a little prayer in my heart that I would find the time to get everything done. As much as i didn't want to i began working on my homework. The next day I sat down to start doing homework again, and i realized i only had one more thing to do! i couldn't believe it! Heavenly Father had helped me find the time to get things done without me even realizing it. I immediatly thanked Him. Heavenly Father has shown His love to me in countless ways, and I love Him back for it. He is my best friend, and I couldn't make it through life without him.

O how I need Him!

There have been many occasions in my life when I have taken the Atonement for granted; when I don't repent moment by moment I take Christ's great sacrifice for granted--when I don't share the gospel--the wonderful good news of His redemption--I am taking it for granted! I wanna kick myself sometimes when a trial comes up in life reminding me once again how much I do need Him...remembering that the closeness I feel with my Savior during a trial should be the same closeness as when I am sailing smoothly. I am a very proactive person--I like to stay busy--so the emphasis on works has always been big with me. I sometimes tend though to focus more on my works than the grace of Jesus Christ which is essential to my salvation!! We truly are nothing without Christ....O how I need Him! Every hour I need Him! Jesus Christ paid for my sins! I can live again and be happy soley because of Him! I know that He is perfect and His willing sacrifice paid the price for every single person to have the choice to become pure and perfect and eternally happy! I know He lives! He is coming again...soon!

Christ

I want to take a moment and share my testimony. I know that this church is true. I know that everything will be okay and that Christ will always be there for me if I pray to him and ask him for his help. I know that through Heavenly father everything will always work out how it is suppose to. I love the savior with all of my heart and I am eternally grateful for him. I know that Joseph Smith restored this church and that if it was not for him I would not have the this gospel in my life. I know that temples seal families and it is so important to be sealed there and to attend the temple regularly. I know that President Monson is a true prophet. the most important thing is that Christ lives and loves me. without chirst nothing else in the church would be here. I am so grateful for all the savior has done for me. Without the atonement I would not be able to see him and live him with him again.

He lives!!!

I know that my Savior is the Son of God!!!! I have had so many different experiences in life that there is no doubt in my mind that God lives and loves each and every one of us. I have seen his hand in my life in many different ways, sometimes those ways are ways that I did not want to see them, but I know that it was for the best. I feel the love that he has for me every day in the things that are around me. I have seen how the Gospel will change people. It has changed me. I would ask anyone who is struggling with knowing that the savoir is there to read the scriptures and truly feel the spirit that they bring with them. I know that you will feel that spirit. I know that I have, and I know that if I ever need to feel it again I can always read. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ Amen.

I Know

I know that Jesus Christ is My Savior and Redeemer. I love Him with all my heart and I am so grateful that I have the opportunity to know and talk to Him whenever I want. I know that He has atoned for all my sins, and I will not 'leave it on the table.' As in I will repent and take advantage of the atonement. I know that Christ also loves me more than anyone can comprehend. He knows me personally and does what He can to help me. He guides me through my everyday life, and I do the best I can to follow those promptings that I receive. He cares about everything in my life, even those little things that seem small and insignificant but are a big deal for me. I know that even though His love is for everyone, it is also for me specifically. Jesus Christ loves us all, which is why He is our big brother and why He was chosen to suffer for all of our sins.


I'm sorry, but a lot of my life is full of music, so I am going to rely on a song to help expound on my feelings. The hymn I Need Thee Every Hour comes to mind while I'm thinking about Christ and my need for Him.


"I need thee every hour, most gracious Lord, no tender voice like thine can peace afford. I need thee every hour, stay thou nearby. Temptations lose their power when thou art nigh..."


I know that He lives and loves us all, and that I always need Him.

I have a testimony of my Savior Jesus Christ. I know He is real and that He lives. I know that he performed the most incredible act on the face of this earth, the atonement. I know that through him I can be cleansed of sin and return to live with him and my family in the presence of God for eternity. I know that this is his true church and that he and the father visited Joseph Smith and restored the true gospel through him. I know that he loves me and I love him very much. I love this church and I know that it is true.

I know God lives and that he loves all of his children no matter what they've done to disappoint or offend him. I know he is quick to forgive those who humble themselves before him and that he is more than willing to send aid to us when we really need it. I know that Jesus Christ is my Savior and that he has redeemed me from the fall and has made it possible for me to experience eternal happiness with my most wonderful family. I am so thankful for his example and I know that as I follow him I will go and do the things that my Heavenly Father wants me to. I know eternal families are an essential part of the Plan of Salvation and that if Christ's life, death and resurrection play a central part in families on earth they will continue forever in glory and light. In the name of Jesus Christ, amen.

I know that God lives! I know that Jesus Christ is my savior and redeemer. I know that Joseph Smith is the prophet of the Restoration. The Book of Mormon is true. I have read it and felt the spirit as I have prayed to know if it is true.

I belive in Christ

A relationship with Christ has been hard for me through my life but through life experiences I've come to understand His love in my life. I know that Christ is a real individual. He's alive and He activly contributes to our lives. He is not a King that rules in a palace alone, He rules in our lives, He rules in the Earth, He rules in our success, He rules in our change. I'm grateful for the justice and mostly mercy that can come into my life through the Savior Jesus Christ. I aprechiate His love and His infinate kindness even when I can't emotionaly and mentally comprehend it.

I know that Jesus Christ is the savior and redeemer of the world. I know this because he has sent his chosen and humble servants to preach his word from the beginning. These prophets have been asked to record there teachings and experiences so that we can have an opportunity to partake of the spirit and know for ourselves just like others before us that there is a way to be forgiven of our sins. Christ is that way, and as we humbly approach him we can and will receive a remission of our sins.

My testimony is my most prized possession. I know that God truly is my Heavenly Father. I know that He loves us, because we literally are His children. I know He truly has a plan for us, through which we can be happy and live with Him. I know that happiness and joy can only come through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, and obedience to His gospel.
I know that Jesus was and is the Son of the Living God. I know that He suffered and died for my sins, which gives me the power to return to Him, if I will repent. I know that He rose from the grave, and that He lives still. He is my advocate with the Father, and I hope to stand spotless before Him at the last day. I know that through His Atonement, we will all rise from the grave and meet Him, and if we are faithful, through His Atonement we will be pure before Him.
These truths are precious to me. I know these things simply because I know that the Book of Mormon is the word of God. The Lord heard my prayer, and anwered this question, and I know He will give a testimony to all who ask. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

I have a testimony

I have a testimony of Jesus Christ and God the father. I know that heavenly father sent his only begotten son down to earth to die for us all. I know that Joseph Smith was a true Prophet of God and he did find the gold plate and did translate them so that we would have them today. I Know that Thomas S. Monson is the prophet today and that he does receive revelations from Jesus Christ and Heavenly father. I know that the twelve apostles are also appointed leaders of God to teach us in these last days. I have a strong testimony of eternal families; it is such a great feeling to know that I will be able to be with them for time and all eternity. I have a testimony of the Book of Mormon and know that if I read it daily I will receive revelation and will be blessed. I know these things to be true, I say these things in the name of thy son Jesus Christ Amen. 

I believe in Christ. When life's hard, or when things don't go well, some how things work out. Maybe not in the way I want and maybe not in a way that works like I think or hope things should, they eventually work out. Life it much simpler that we think. Often things that are hard or complex in life are because we make the so. Christ is there for us. He will always be there for us, to help us, love us, teach us, and protect us. All we have to do is humble ourselves like little children and follow him. This past semester and even still I have been sturgfling with all the changes in life going on for me. Some have been very hard to handle. My life has changed and I'm sure will continue to do so. Some how, Christ has been a part of my life. At times I can see how he has and at other times, I can only hope and pray he is there but I know he is. he will always be. 

I love him for it. I hope that when I am stuborn and un child like, he will forgive, that I can always get through those times and return to the times when I am what he want sme to be. I know he can help us all, I hope and pray we always will be willing to let him, in his name I pray and ber witness amen. 

My Brother

Over the past semester of college I have learned many new things. I've learned about science, history, and even how to communicate better with others. One thing many people don't get to experience while in college is the chance to get closer to God. This is something I had the privilage of experiencing. I have gotten to know of his mercy and his love for me. He love me so much, and wanted me to come live with him again so much, that he suffered and died on a cross for me. One of my favorite hymns, "A Poor Wayfaring Man of Grief", states in verse 6, "He asked if I for him would die. The flesh was weak; my blood ran chill, But my free spirit cried, 'I will!'" I would die for him just as he died for me. I love my brother and my redeemer with all of my heart. I know that through him and only him can i be saved. I am so thankful for his sacrifice and for the many things he has taught me. I can bear witness that he is the savior of the world and my brother. I say this in His beloved name, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Don't let the bad times get you down

I believe that we are watched over by our Heavenly Father. He loves us so much that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for us in the hopes that we could return to live with Him again. I know that it is important that we trust in him, and that we must understand that He has our interests at heart. He will not let us down.

I Believe!

I would like to bear my testimony that I know this church is true with every fiber of my being and with all that I am. I know that our Jesus Christ loves us more then we can ever imagine. I know that he lived and died for each and every one of us so that we could have the opportunity to have the Atonement and use it to the fullest. I know without a doubt that if the Savior was just going to suffer so that one of us could make it back to him again he would do it. I know that he suffered every pain and feeling I have ever felt or will feel and because of that, that he can make any of my burdens of hard times easier by lifting my load and carrying it for me. I know the scriptures are true and that if we read them we will be able to gain a testimony of Jesus Christ and how much he loves each of us individually. I know that is is through the little things of daily scripture study and prayer that will make all the difference in how we live our lives. I know that the Lord is willing to be there for us at all times in our, through both the good and the bad, and is just waiting for us to come unto him and ask for his help. I know that without a doubt our Savior still lives today and will one day return to this earth to bring to past his Second Coming. I want to be worthy at that day to be able to stand before God and have him say 'well done my good and faithful servant' and know that I am worthy to be in the highest degree of the Celestial Kingdom and I will do everything I can until then to be able to make it to that point. I love this gospel and know it's true and can't wait for the day it is going to be spread all across the earth so that all people may know the great love the Savior has for each of us.

I add my testimony to those that have been shared, I believe in Christ. He is my King. I know through him that all things are possible for those that have faith. I know that through the Atonement of Christ, all that is "unfair" or unjust about life will be made just and perfect through the Grace of Christ. I know that the Savior came to this earth as a mortal and accomplished and fulfilled what had been asked of Him in the pre-mortal councils. I know that Christ and our Heavenly Father appeared to boy Joseph Smith and spoke to him and gave to him a work to do. That work was to restore to ancient Church of Christ with its fulness of doctrine and priesthood power so that we can be blessed today and become more like God through our mortal trials and adventures. I am so thankful for Christ's mercy and grace which enable me with the power to overcome, the strenght to succeed, and the hope to endure. I leave this testimony to all in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.

Something Insightful

Many people I know would take this opportunity to examine their testimony and make it sound really spiritual and insightful; I on the other hand am not one of these people. The gospel is a sweet, beautiful and simple thing. I know that the Book of Mormon is true and that Christ loves me. I know that there are current prophets on the Earth today. I know that my family will be together forever. I know that there is a living God. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

I believe in christ

I personally have a testomony of Christ, and that he lives today. A major part that has played into my belief in Christ was when my Bishop was encouraging the priests in our ward to memorize the Living Christ in the back of the For the Strengh of Youth pamphlet. I do not remember it word for word anymore, but on a particular sunday as I was just reading through it a few of the verses stuck in my mind. As I began to contemplate the meaning of these sentances I had an overwelming sense of knowing that what I had just read was infact very true and real. Reading the Living Christ has helped to play a big part in the growth and strengthening of my testimony in Christ. Other factors such as church attendance, and also the hearing of my parents testimonies has helped me compile a testimony that is all my own.

The Book of Mormon is True!

I know that Jesus Christ is my Savior, and that He was sent to Earth by a loving God in order to prepare a way for mankind to live forever in His light. He loves me enough to die for me, as He loves all people intensely and individually. Evidence of His love is not limited to the atonement. He has also extended His arms of love and mercy by giving us modern day prophets, and most especially, the Book of Mormon. I feel His mercy as I read the Book of Mormon. I know that His hand is outstretched still. Like a loving parent, He will take us back into his arms eagerly when we sincerely repent. I know that God and Christ love all people of all races, all sexes, and all situations. We are all God’s children and as we read the Book of Mormon we will be better able to love and accept others- while still remembering our standards- which standards come from a perfect source, and will only help us as well as others. I love the Book of Mormon. I know that it is of God because something so wonderfully good and true cannot come from even the least evil source.

Dear Moroni,

I wanted to let you know that the sacrifice that you made to write on, protect, and preserve the plates has not gone unappreciated. I know that you saw our day, and wrote the things you did to bring us unto Christ. Now, many, many years later, I have read the words that you compiled. I have read them through many times, and studied them, and pondered them. Yes, I accepted your challenge to pray about them, and the uncontainable feelings of joy and of gratitude I feel in my heart testify that they are true. The Book of Mormon is a treasure. It's stories are much more valuable than the gold they were originally inscribed upon. It is priceless. 

I also wanted you to know that I have come unto Christ. I have a testimony that He lives, that He died for us and was resurrected. I know that he visited the Americas. I can say unwaveringly that Jesus Christ walked on this continent, and that there were prophets here. I do not understand all things, but I know that my Savior loves me and that he died so I would not have to suffer for my sins.

I know that the Book of Mormon is a true book- the most correct of any book that has ever been on the earth. I know that the prophet Joseph Smith translated it by the power of God, and that God is the author of it. I know that by its teachings we can live celestial lives and be worthy to stand in His presence again. 

I just wanted you to know, Moroni, that I believe. I have a testimony of this great work, and will be forever grateful that we have such a compass for our days.

Thank you,

Erin   

I Believe in Christ

Before Brother Christensen's class, I would usually just read the Book of Mormon, but not really read it. I would read two pages and then wonder what I just read. When I got into Bro. Christensen's class, I truly started to read and study the Book of Mormon, and my testimony has grown so much from it. I know the words written in this book are intended for us personally. I know the Lord prepared a way that this book could be brought to us, and that way was Joseph Smith. I know that Joseph Smith was a prophet of God, and that he did translate the Book of Mormon. I know that President Thomas S. Monson is a modern-day prophet, and that he receives revelation for all of us. I know Christ lives, and that through his grace and the atonement, that we can repent of our sins and return to live with him someday. I know this Church is true, and I say (or write) these things in the name of Jesus Christ, amen.

I KNOW!

I know without a shadow of a doubt that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the true church of God. I am so grateful that I have been blessed to have it in my life. This semester I've been able to study the Book of Mormon and gain many insights from it. The Book of Mormon truly is another testament of Jesus Christ. Christ is mentioned in some form or another on almost every page of the Book of Mormon. The purpose of the Book of Mormon is to persuade men to believe in Christ (1 Nephi 6:4, 19:23). The Book of Mormon contains nothing but that which is important to us (1 Nephi 19:6, 3 Nephi 26:12). Those who wrote for the book and those who abridged it, contained only things that would be of utmost benefit to those who are reading. The writings are sacred and true. Imagine writing on gold plates; it wouldn’t be easy! With that said, you would write only that which was necessary. Therefore, the words contained in the Book of Mormon are so important and critical to us in this day! Moroni saw our day. He saw the wickedness of the world and struggles that we would go through. This is why he didn’t give up when he was the last righteous person on earth. It would have been so easy for him to hide the plates and lay down to die. He would have spared himself a lot of loneliness. However, Moroni was stronger and wiser than that. He was solidly grounded in Jesus Christ and would not deny the Christ (Moroni 1:3). Not only would he not deny the Christ, but he would not give up his life either. He knew he had a purpose and he needed to fulfill it. Not only did he want to do the will of the Lord, but again, Moroni saw our day. By wandering by his self to finish the plates, I know that Moroni had extreme love for us. He was willing to be alone in order to write that which the children of God in this day needed to hear. He was not about to leave us without guidance. That is commitment to the Lord and I know that I can learn from Moroni. What gave Moroni the will-power to go on? Several answers factor into this question including the fact that Moroni had a strong testimony and that he was not alone because he had the Lord with him. However, Moroni also had a purpose and vision. We were his purpose and vision and he had to complete that. This is what gave him the strength to go on. Elder Richard G. Scott said, “When you have established personal standards and made covenants to keep them, when temptations come and you act according to your standards, you will be reinforced and given strength beyond your own capacity if that is needed. Difficulty comes when you enter the battle of temptation without a fixed plan.” So the question is: what is your vision? When temptation comes, what are you standing for? Once you decide that you’re going to do something, it’s a lot easier to do. When you decide that you’re going to do something, you take away the temptation to do otherwise. Stand strong! Find a cause and stick to it.

I love this gospel with all that I have. I'm not perfect, but I'm doing my best. I'm grateful for Christ and his atonement. He was willing to give up his life so that I might be made perfect. I do not want to take advantage of that gift. I challenge everyone to find out for themselves if the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is true and if Christ really lives. When you find this out, you will find power in your life that you did not know existed.

I Believe In Christ

My testimony of Christ has truly been impacted this semester in such an amazing way. I have grown to know the importance of turning unto him for all things and how we must be humble to do this. I am so grateful for this blessing in my life and know that without his constant companionship and guidance I would have fallen apart many times this semester. I know that the sacrifice he has done for me was so that I could make the mistakes I have made and so I could learn from these mistakes and become a stronger individual. I am grateful for his grace and love that prompted him to come to earth and suffer all things. I know that through his grace and mercy I am here to overcome challenges and grow to be like him so that one day I may create worlds of my own. I am so grateful for the Book of Mormon and what it teaches me about my Savior and how it shows me all the wonderful things I can and must do to be like him. I always try to have the charity and unconditional love that Christ had for all as witnessed in the Book of Mormon. I understand that I must turn unto my Father in Heaven for comfort and guidance even as Christ did. I know that I must repent of my sins and stand with humility before him so that I may partake of his grace. I love my savior and I know that he has given me everything I have and everything I need to become like him. I am thankful for all that he does and brings into my life. I believe in Christ and the miracles, love, and grace he shows to all.

I Believe

I went through two other teachers and classes before i landed in Brother Christenens, and now more fully understand why I just happened to find ONE open seat in his class the last day possible. I don't know what it is about this semseter but it has been a challenging one, and not so much academicly but more personally, physically and spiritually. I know it wasn't a mistake i made it into this Book of Mormon class. This class has given me strength, hope and an increase portion of the Holy Ghost.
I know that my redeemer lives. I KNOW he loves me. I know it is only through him I can return and live with my Heavenly Father. I know families are forever. I know the Lord knows me personally and I know he is ALWAYS there for me no matter what.

I Am Grateful

I am so grateful the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is in my life. I am grateful to know what I know! I recently had an internet conversation with someone who hates the LDS church and said really horrible things about it and wanted me to prove different things. Needless to say I couldn't prove anything and I didn't want to argue so I left the person with my testimony and said I couldn't continue in the conversation. I just wanted that person to know the truth about what we believe but they really had no interest and just wanted to argue and disprove the church. It really made me think about my testimony. It helped me remember that you really don't need to prove anything. If you have faith and ask Heavenly Father for truth he will give it to you. That's what the Holy Ghost is for. That's what's really important. Everybody needs to know for themselves and not rely on what others think or say. It doesn't have to make sense, because nobody knows or understands everything, as long as you know in your heart, it's true. I am grateful for the Book of Mormon and all other scriptures, prayer, and the great Atonement. I am grateful for the young women summer camps that I have attended because lessons I have learned there are what made my testimony blossom in the very beginning. I am grateful for the Prophet and I know he really IS a Prophet of God.
I know the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the only true church and the only complete church! It's so easy to belive in the Book of Mormon if you believe in the Bible! I am the only member in my family and I know how important it is to be a good example and help everyone else to be able to know the truth for themselves. I am grateful for my awesome husband who is a great example in my life as well as all of the other people I know. But the greatest example is Jesus Christ. Nobody is perfect on this earth but we do have that ONE amazing example to look up to and try harder to become a better person each and every day. All we can do is try our hardest and we'll succeed!

Dear Moroni

In class we were asked two questions. The first was if we had the opportunity to meet Moroni in the after life what we would say? A lot of people said "Thank You". Then we were reminded that he would want us to thank the Lord instead. I realize the emphasis is on the Lord and that we should really be thanking him, but there are so many people that helped with this restoration of the gospel so that I could have it. When I was thinking about that question in class no words came to mind. Thank you felt like an understatement and bowing down to worship him seemed rather inappropriate. In my minds eye I could see me just asking to be able to shake this mans hand. With tears in my eyes of joy and gratitude I could not say anything. That is what I pictured. I realize that the Lord made this all happen, but Moroni made the choice to follow the Lord's promptings, which allows us to have the Book of Mormon today. The second question posed was what has this book done for you? I saw the parts of my life that this book was able to touch and there were just so many events in my life that had been effected that I thought, what has it not done for me? The words have given me courage, knowledge, and most importantly a testimony. When it comes to my testimony I'm not very elaborate, but I know it is the truth and it maybe simple, but it's what I know. I know the Lord atoned for each and everyone of us. He died and suffered for me. I know that he lives today! I know that some day I can live with my family once again, I will be able to see my loved ones gone before me. I know the Prophet Joseph Smith was and is a true prophet. I know that Thomas S. Monson is a true prophet on this earth today. I know the Book of Mormon to be the word of God. I know these things with all my heart, with everything that I have. I'm not perfect and so I fall short being able to show that everyday, but I try. Lord knows me and He knows everyone on this earth. He loves each and everyone one of us. I say these things, in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

My Testimony

This semester has been one of the hardest times of my life. I work 20 hours a week and have 15 credits, plus callings, group projects and meetings, projects, tests to study for, etc. I already have certain medical issues that keep me sick all the time and found out about a few more. I haven't handled the work load very well... Then my good friend Josh passes away and that broke my heart. I learned that i don't really handle stress very well. My roommates can attest to that!
I realized that this semester i haven't been who i should have. I have completely disappointed myself and i'm sure my heavenly father as well. Halfway through the semester i decided i needed to make a change. I tried for weeks on my own to control my temper and be a better person. But something kept holding me back. No matter how hard i tried i could never seem to keep the anger away. Then i was sent an angel. My roommate Caitlin. She helped me see what it was i was doing wrong and helped me fix it. She helped me remember to trust the lord and ask him for help. I have had a hard time but i am improving. I have done so much better as i have put my trust in the lord and stopped thinking only of myself and instead see other's needs and try to help them. I know that my Heavenly Father loves me and that he sent me here to make mistakes and learn and grow from them. I know with all my heart that Christ died for me. That i may live and be with my eternal family again. I am so greatful for his example that i may follow it. I am grateful for the chance i am given to change. To repent of my sins, be forgiven, and truly change. I know that without Christ and his atonement i would be nothing. I love my Heavenly father and Brother. I know this gospel is true and i am so grateful that it has been put here on this earth for all of us.

A Fresh Testimony Gained, An Opportuniy to Build.

I have been a member of this church all my life, but I never truly gained a testimony until about a year and a half ago. Here it is: I know that our Savior loves each and every one of us individually and that He atoned for our sins, so that we can one day return to Him and our Heavenly Father again. I know that the Book of Mormon is true. I know that the prophets in the scriptures and our prophets today are true messengers of God. I know that Thomas S. Monson is our true prophet today and that he leads and guides us in a righteous manner. I have a strong testimony of the power of prayer. I know that it is essential in this life to speak to our Heavenly Father and to grow closer to Him. I know that the power of priesthood is real and it does work miracles every day. I know that the temples all over the world are truly Houses of God. I know that families can be together forever and I cannot wait for the day when my husband and I can build our family. I have a testimony of missionary work and I know that it is part of our mission here on the earth. I know these things to be true, and I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

The Book of Mormon is for our benefit.

I have a strong testimony in this church, the Savior, and The Book of Mormon. I know that by reading the Book of Mormon we can recieve revelation and insight that is specific for us and our lives. I know that Jesus died for us that we may live with him and our Heavenly Father again. I am so blessed to have the Book of Mormon as another testament of Christ in my life to strengthen my testimony. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

I Know

I know that this Book was written for the purpose of being here for us in the latter days. I know that this record came from the golden plates which were translated by the prophet Joseph Smith through the power of the Holy Ghost. I know that they are true and that they are inspired of God. I know that they have helped me in my day to day life not only with the words and principles contained in them but by the feelings this book invokes.
I know that this Book was written by the prophets of old. I also know that there are prophets on the earth today that love and care for all of us as a world. I know that they are inspired of God and that their teachings and talks are basically scriptures too. I love that I have the opportunity twice a year to listen to these great men speak and talk about the mysteries of God. It gives me great comfort to know that our Heavenly Father gives these men words to say, and that he leads, guides, and directs his church through their mouth. I know that Jesus Christ truly did die for us, and more specifically for me. I know that he suffered for all my sins, pains, anguishes, and sufferings and that I only need to turn to him to receive help to make it through my trials. I know that he will return again in all his glory and might. I hope that when the day comes for me to meet my maker, I will be prepared to face him and not be ashamed for what I have done but that I will be able to look him in the face and say, “I have done my best..” and hope that that is enough.

This i Know

The story of Moroni's life is unique and has been shared with millions of people all around the world. Personally, i know that he has helped many overcome doubt and confusion by testing his words and acting upon a promise. The Light of Christ is given to all to discern between right and wrong, but the Holy Ghost is sent to those with a desire to learn of those things sacred. We grow in faith and belief in our Savior and how He overcame that, which we could not.  Moroni was able to see our day and write to us, so that we might come that much closer to our Father and become like Him. I know that we are His children and can have all that He has, because He sent His Only Begotten Son. This is true, only if we repent quickly and do not give way to temptation. When I read the words of Moroni i understand the doctrine of the church better and am taught by a prophet who was given knowledge to help us survive in this day and age by staying close to the basic principles and ordinances of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. I know of these things because i have been given a witness through trials of faith, which have made me stronger and opened my eyes. It's a matter of continual searching, pondering and praying to the source of all righteousness. I pray that we might all continue to come closer to Him by reading His words and doing what is right. And i say these things in the name of our Savior, even Jesus Christ, Amen!  

The Rock in My Life

I am so thankful for my Savior and how my life has been transformed by the knowledge of the gospel. I know that Christ suffered and died for me and that he loves and cares about me very much. I have a testimony of the importance of turning to Christ. I know when life gets hard and discouraging the best thing to do is to turn towards the Savior. He truly has suffered all and he understands everything that I go through. I feel peace when I remember this and I am comforted when I pray to my Heavenly Father. I am grateful for the Book of Mormon, its truthfulness is a key element in helping me find my way. I know the Book of Mormon is true, it is the word of God and I know that I can draw closer to my Heavenly Father by reading it. I have a testimony in the power of prayer, I always feel better after saying a prayer and reflecting on all the things that I am so thankful for.
I know Joseph Smith was a true prophet of God and brought forth this gospel. I know that there are living prophets and apostles on the earth today to lead and guide the people in these latter days. I understand that everyone on earth came here by choice to come and be tested and tried and to return to our Father in heaven. I am so grateful to be here and to have the opportunity to grow and learn live righteously. I am so happy to know that someday I will marry in the temple and be sealed to a worthy priesthood member, and I will be able to raise my children in the gospel.
To end I would like to re-emphasize the fact that Jesus Christ is the rock in my life. He is my light, and if I hold to him I will not fall. I am so blessed to live in these times, to have the experiences that I do that strengthen my testimony each day. I cannot find the words to describe how amazing it is to know and understand the things that I do because of this gospel. I was once lost but I have found my way, and that way is Christ.
In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen

Hope to Faith

My testimony as increased so much by reading the Book of Mormon multiple of times and I know that Moroni could not have done what he has done for us in these days without the Lord by his side 24/7.
One thing i would like to share is this poem i wrote about a year ago...

Hope to Faith:
To step onto the rocky path
Hoping not to trip or fall.
Though the journey will have obstacles
I will stand firm.

To live a life of right and wrong
For in this life I am forgiven.
Hope is just a word we use
For it is faith that gets us through.

Hope for the sun to rise
Have faith that it will shine.
Knowing that life will end
Faaith that we go on forever.

Hope to have a family
Faith to love them with all my heart
Hope to be published one day
Faith to have my works known.

TO love another is to have faith within
As a bird takes flight
Flying into teh clear, crisp air
We see our full potential.

To step onto the rocky path
Hoping not to trip or fall.
Though the journey will have obstacles
I will have hope as to faith.

~in the name of Jesus Christ~ AMEN!

Dear Moroni

If I had the opportunity to thank Moroni, I would thank him for helping me to see the wonderful tender mercies of our Heavenly Father, and of Jesus Christs willing sacrifice for all mankind. Through the book of Mormon I have come to better understand the role of the Atonement of Jesus Christ in my life and I have come to know with a deeper appreciation, that he is the only means whereby I can return to my Heavenly Father without spot or blemish. I know that it is through the cleansing power of his blood that I am able to enter the temple worthily and be able to participate in a work that is bringing to pass the salvation of souls for those who are on the other side of the veil. I know that it is through the book of Mormon that I have been able to find the faith and hope necessary to believe in the role of Christ on this Earth. I know that he is our Savior and our redeemer and that he loves each and every one of us. I know that he still lives and he is still a very personal part of each of our lives. I know that he is always willing and waiting to help us and uplift us. I know that it is through Jesus Christ that I am able to do all things. It is because of him that I am capable of fulfilling all the things that my Father in Heaven would have me do. I know that my strength comes from him and I am grateful for the personal relationship that has been established with God and Jesus Christ through the reading of the Book of Mormon. This is my testimony, in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

I Know My Savior Lives

I add my testimony to those who have witnessed before me; I know my Savior lives! How grateful I am for his selflessness and his infinite Atonement that provides peace, comfort and the opportunity to live within his presence again. I know that the Book of Mormon is the word of God, written for today's day. How grateful I am for the guidance it provides in my life, as the Holy Ghost bears witness of truthfulness of the record. As I read it, my heart is full of humility and love for the people and prophets that I read of. I know that I am a daughter of God, born of divine nature in this dispensation; I know the power of the Priestood is real and I am so grateful for the presence of it in my life. How wonderful of a thing it is to be sealed with my family for time and all eternity.
I know that Joseph Smith was a prophet of God, chosen to bring to pass the resoration of the gospel. I love brother Joseph dearly and I cannot wait for the day when I might embrace him and those who have gone before me, and thank them for their sacrifices. I know that Thomas S. Monson is our prophet today, called to lead us in these latter-days. I look forward to sitting at his feet next week in general conference.

Of these things I testify of, in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen

Hannah Baker

Center my life...

Before writting I did skim about what everyone else had said and it made me think about  what I was really going to say. So here it goes.....

I truely do have a sincere beliefe in Christ and I do love him with all of my heart. I know that everyone has had trials in their life, but I seemed to have a lot of them. When I was about 3 years old my dad was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Disease. It was a very trying time in my families life but throughout all of the treatments and everything, we always stayed strong in the gospel. Even when my dad was sick at home, or in the hospital we still had our bishop or some priesthood holder come and administer the sacrament to my father. It was very important to my family to participate in the sacrament, and I have carried that with me throughout my entire life. My father has been a great example for me throughout everything in my life, and it has made me realize how big a part the gospel is in my life.

The sacrament has never meant so much to me until I wasn't able to take it. Through a hard time in my life I had to go through the repentance process, and through that I wasn't able to participate in the sacrament. Now that I am able to take of the sacrament, it makes me realize how big of a blessing it is in my life. It isn't just taking on the name of Christ, it is really taking on his name and trying to do everything like he would. You are representing him in your life when you take part in the sacrament. 

I know that the Lord is the center of my life, and it has really blessed me and my family when I do have him as the center of my life. 

I know that this church is true and that the teachings of the church are what will truely bless your life. I know that it has definitely blessed my life, and I am extremely grateful. I love Jesus Christ and know that he died for me, so that I can repent and become clean once again in the sight of God. I know that Joseph Smith was a true prophet and that Thomas S. Manson is the true prophet today. I love this church and I love the fact that everything even makes sense to me in it. The Book of Mormon is a true book, and it really was truely translated by Joseph Smith. I have been trying to make Jesus Christ the center of my life, since I have chosen to have him in the center of my life my life has been extremely blessed. I know these things with all of my heart and I know that as long as we try our best and keep Christ as the center of everything, we will be blessed for that. In the name of Jesus Christ Amen. 

Count your blessings

I am grateful for the gospel in my life and the chance that i have to learn and grow through it. I know that the Book of Mormon is the word of God and what the prophets of old are saying is true. I know that they wrote it for our day and that we can apply it to our lives and it can greatly help us overcome our challenges. I know that i can find strength in him and he answers my prayers so that i may overcome my trials and weaknesses. I am truely blessed in this life and am forever grateful to my Father and Heaven. It just reminds me of my favorite hymn Count Your Blessings. The first verse is my favorite where it says...

When upon lifes billows you are tempted tossed,
you are discouraged thinking all is lost,
Count your many blessings name them one by one,
and it will surprise you what the Lord has done.
Count your many blessings, name them one by one.
Count your many blessings see what God hath done.
Count your blessings name them one by one.
Count your many blessings, see what God hath done.

I love that song and the meaning that is has for me. I realize that i am truely blessed everyday and i love that!!!

I Believe in Christ

I am so grateful for the opportunity to express my understanding and the knowledge that I have of the truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In such a crazy world that is filled with so much hate, pain, and sorrow,it is easy to get lost in the things that surround us and to lose hope and joy. I remember being young and innocent and not having to worry about all of the troublesome things of the world but as I have gotten older I realize that these things can not rule over my life. The gospel has given my freedom and reminds me that there are others out there looking for this hope. That innocents has come back into my life, to where as I am not ignorant to those things around me, but I can see the good in life and have so much to be grateful for. One of the things that I have learned is something very personal but so important. When dealing with any trial, it is important to remember Jesus Christ's Atonement for each one of us. Nothing else matters, its that simple. If you can understand that the Lord loves you and wants only wants you to come back to him, and take the Atonement upon you, you are garenteed a lasting happiness through out the eternities. The Lord loves me and knows me, adn I am striving to know and trust Him as much as He trusts in me. I was not sent here to fail, or feel miserable. We learn from the bad things that happen so we can grow. "There is no comfort in growth, there is no growth in comfort". I believe that the Lord would not but us through anything that we could not handle and to blame Him would be from our own pride. We should tak our times of trouble as a time to grow closer to him. I love the gospel of Jesus Christ. It brings me peace and joy that I can not describe in words. I am greatful for the Holy Spirit that has testified of this truth to me.

I believe...

I believe in Christ. Something I have learned so well this semester is the greatness of his love. I feel it whenever I feel the spirit. I know that he is looking after me. I read about his love in the Book of Mormon when he visited the Americas. His love is what keeps me going and helps my family grow together. My family as not always been the strongest, specially between me and my dad. But with the peace that has come from the spirit and the love of Christ me and my father have gotten so much closer. I am so thankful for the gospel that has been restored by Joseph Smith. I believe and know he saw God the Father and his son Jesus Christ. It is because of this faith that leads and guides me through out my life. I may not have the most to say but my faith is unshaking and nothing can keep it from breaking. I have seen both sides, good and bad, and I will always choose Christ.

"I believe in Christ, so come what may"

My realization of what Jesus Christ did for me really was a deeply personal experience. I won't take the time to tell it here beacause it's such an intimate experience. I realized that it was me, and me alone, that was responsible for my sins, and that realization hurt. It was at that moment I truly understood what repentance was, not as an excuse, but a deep feeling anchored to my spirit that obligated me to be entirely honest, with myself and with the Lord. I think I was afraid of such a feeling, a feeling of loneliness, loss, and especially distance from the Lord, and to know that me who was solely was the cause. It was a dark time, but in spite of this, I saw the light at the end of the tunnel, an escape from this pain, and this way is Jesus Christ. Even when I’d given up on myself, he’d not given up on me, and he helped me through it. I will praise his name forever. I continue to work out my salvation in a respective fear before him, for the mercy he awarded me through the atoning blood of Christ. The words, “For it is expedient that an atonement should be made; for according to the great plan of the Eternal God there must be an atonement made, or else all mankind must unavoidably perish... For it is expedient that there should be a great and last sacrifice…it must be an infinite and eternal sacrifice…And behold, this is the whole meaning of the law, every whit pointing to that great and last sacrifice, and that great and last sacrifice will be the Son of God, yea, infinite and eternal.”(Alma 34:9-14) explain the necessity of this Atonement, accomplished only by the sacrifice of Jesus. Christ, our only hope. Come what may, he will never leave me, he will be my strength and support.

Yes, I know that God lives, the Father of us all. He created a plan where by we can receive Eternal Life and Immortality, possible only by him sending his Son to this world. Yes, I know Jesus is the Christ, the Anointed of God, who saves us from our sins.Yes, I know, by an undeniable witness of the Holy Ghost, that the Church of Jesus Christ is again on the earth to prepare the return of his Only Begotten.

The Lord is and will be forever my Sheperd

Before I even started writing this post, I skimmed at all the titles people have put on here. Most of them say the same thing "I believe in Christ." Is it prideful to say I feel more than that? If there was a word stronger than "believe" I would use it. It's almost the same thing as the word faith. It's a simple word but the meaning behind it is so much more. This semester at BYU-I, I, as I'm sure most people had, have a ruff semester. But no matter what happened to me, my Savior was always there. He was there to comfort me even when I didn't ask it. That's the glory of Him knowing us better than ourselves. He knows what we need and when we need it. Even even knows in what amount. The Savior is our guide and I believe that to be a fact. He is our shepherd to guide us wherever we want to be. He searchers for us when we are lost and brings us back to the herd for our salvation. The Savior loves us very much and I feel His love everyday as I walk on this campus, sit in my classes, read the scriptures and so much more. It is such a blessing to be on a campus with people who share the same beliefs, values and attitude you have towards the gospel and the Savior.

I love the gospel with all my heart. Sometimes I think I love it too much, that I become over protective of it and defend it when I feel like people are putting it down. But I understand that we don't need to be over protective. We just need to be informative and make all assumptions, thoughts about the gospel and other questions made clear. The church is not about being angry and protective. It's about loving others as Christ loves everyone and bringing peace when there is now.

It took me to come to college to wake me up and see what a wonderful book the Book of Mormon really is. As I have studied it through my classes and learned how things connect with the gospel, I know that this gospel is true. The Holy Ghost always confirms it to me by showing me certain things even if I have no doubts.

I love this church so much and would be lost with out it. The Lord is my Shepherd and I will always rely on Him for guidance. I know that through the Atonement we can all return to our Father in Heavenly. The Savior did everything with the thought of us. Not only did He know it was to fulfill Heavenly Father's plan but He knew it was for all us who He cares for so much.

I belive in Christ, I do. He is the rock of our Salvation and He is the lover of manking. Without Him, we would all be lost.

I believe in Christ

I would like to share my testimony in hopes that I can touch someones life. I know that the Church of Jesus Christ is true. I know that we have a living prophet today that leads and guides. I know that President Monson is a true prophet and that he receives guidance from our loving Heavenly Father. I know that with out this gospel I would be lost. I am so grateful that I am a memeber of this church. It has been such a blessing in my life. I know that Jesus Christ lives and that he loves me. I know that he has a plan for me and that he will help me with all of my trials and struggles that I may facce in my life. This church is true and I am so grateful to have it in my life. It has been such a blessing and I don't know where I would be without it.

My Testimony

I know that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is true with all my heart. There was a time in my life where I questioned the Church and really wanted to know if it was all true. I found out for myself that it's impossible for this gospel to not be true. I have no doubt in my mind that my Lord and Savior suffered for my sins so that I can live with my Heavenly Father again. I know that He loves me and everybody on the face of this planet. Without His example for me and His Atoning Sacrifice, I would truly be lost in my life. There have been so many times where I needed Him to be there for me and he has never disappointed me, not once. When I feel alone and feel like life is just too dang hard I know that if I turn to the Lord he will make my burdens light. He can't take away my problems, but He most certainly has helped me get through them and has made them more bearable. I love the Book of Mormon and know that it's true. I'm so thankful for it because when my dad was in his teens he wasn't a strong member of the Church, and the Book of Mormon brought him back. So I'm grateful for the opportunity I have to possess such a sacred record. I feel the spirit every time I read with real intent which tells me that it's true. I don't read it as often as I should, but I can't imagine my life without it; to give me peace and comfort. I'm so blessed to have grown up in the church. I definitely wouldn't be the same person I am today without it. I love my Savior and know that one day I will return to live with God again. I know that this church is led by a true prophet today and he is here to help us, not restrict us. President Thomas S. Monson wants to see us succeed and I know that if I follow his counsel then I can't go wrong. I honestly don't know where I'd be without the church. It's the greatest blessing in my life.

I Believe in Christ

I Believe in Christ!
As we are coming to the end of the semester and after studying the second half of the Book of Mormon my testimony has grown through the book. I am greatful for Moroni and his promise that he made to us as he burried the plates. He has given us the promises in the section of the book that he wrote for us in our day. He saw the things that we would be going through and gave us the blessings for us. I am so greatful for the things that he has given us to guide us and protect us from the secular things in this world. The gospel has been the greatest impact on me in my life. It gives me guidance to live worthy to be able to live with my heavenly father again. I know that the things that we have been counceled to do and the things Moroni has given us in the Book of Mormon and for us and that we need to take them and apply them to us in our lives. The hymn I Believe in Christ really says how we are trying to become like christ and how he has suffered for us and be here on this earth. We are very blessed to have the gospel in our lives to bless us. I know christ lives and he died for us as we strive to live the gospel and be exaples to those around us we will recieve blessings in our lives to come. I am greatful for all that our savior has done for us and the blessings that come from living the gospel.

I Believe in Christ

I'd like to share my testimony with all those people out there who are looking for something more in life. I know that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints is the restored gospel on the earth. I know it with all my heart, and soul. It is the one church that has the entire truth and will help lead you back to a loving Heavenly Father. I love the Book of Mormon and know that it is the word of God. It is another testament of our loving savior Jesus Christ, and it was written for us in these latter days. I also know that if you read the book, ponder what it has to say with an open heart and an open mind, and pray unto the Lord for the knowledge that you seek, He will bear witness to you through the Holy Ghost. I know that Jesus Christ is my savior. I know that he atoned for my sins so I can have the opportunity to make it back and live with Him and my Heavenly Parents. I also know that because of the atonement I am never alone in my times of sorrow and affliction. He knows because he has been there. I am so grateful for the knowledge I have of the plan of salvation. I know that because of this plan I can be with those whom I love forever. I love my family. I also know that Joseph Smith was a prophet of God and he translated the Book of Mormon by the power of God. I also know that Thomas S. Monson is our latter day prophet and that he gives us council as the mouthpiece of God. I pray that those who are lost and alone will grasp this beautiful gift of comfort and peace  that is free to all those willing to grasp it. I leave with you my testimony, I KNOW this church is true, and I say these things in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, Amen.

I Believe!

The Book of Mormon is so valuable to us in these days. It gives us guidance and direction in our lives. It is Another testament of Jesus Christ. I know that he is my Savior and because of what he has done we have the ability to return to our Father in Heaven if we follow his commandments.

Through the Book of Mormon and Bible I have came closer to my Savior. I know that through scripture study we can become better and become more like the Savior. My favorite verse in the Book of Mormon is found in 3 Nehpi 27:27 "What manner of men ought ye to be? Verily I say unto you, even as I am."

Every day I strive to become more like my Savior. I hope and pray that I can progress every day.

What I owe

What do I owe to the Book of Mormon? Probably most of the things that have gone well in my life. Definitely the Gospel. There is no way I would be where I am today without it. It is such a testament of the divinity and reality of Jesus Christ as our Savior. I love how well it companions with the Bible, they both compliment each other so well. The Book of Mormon has so much application to us today, it truly was written for our day. My testimony has been strengthened greatly. Through my study of the BoM (along with other scriptures) I have come to know for my self many great things; these include the power of prayer, the sanctity of the priesthood, a deeper understanding of the atonement, knowledge of the hereafter, a knowledge of true prophets, how to treat people, qualities of success, as wella s many other great and important truths.

I Believe in Christ

I have such a love for this gospel and all of the blessings that it brings to my life. I see so many different examples of the love that my Heavenly Father has for me and the people in my life, I am just go greatful. I have struggled through my life to remember where I came from and what I am here for. I have felt his presence in my life many times and it just makes me feel like even if I am feeling alone if it be that I am literally alone of in a large group of people, he is there and he does know and love me more then I can understand. I am so thankful to Jesus Christ and what he has done for me. Every time that I make a mistake I cannot help but think that because of what I have just done he felt so much pain. I do not truly know exactly how much pain he went through and what it was like for him. Some how while I am here I want to make it so that it was not done in vain at least for me. I have never been the person to shout from the roof top of my faith but I know that this church is true. I hear people say I don't know where I would be if I did not have the church. I think that maybe I would be similiar to who I am now but I really do not want to think about how I would be. I know that I would not be as happy as I am. I know that the happiness that I experience is because of the gospel. I am asked all the time about all the "rules" that we have in this church but I do not think of it that way. I do not think that i am limited because of the church, I feel free because I am not bound by the worldly things that some people are. I love this gospel and I do like who I am and who I have become because of this church. I just want every person that i know to feel what I feel when I think and learn about the church, I want my future family to love and be active in the church also because it is such a big part of who I am and it is so important to me that I want it to be that way for them also. I want them to feel that love, the peace, the knowledge, the happiness that I feel when I feel my Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ with me.

I believe in the Atonement of Jesus Christ

I believe in the Atonement of Jesus Christ. It is such a powerful and amazing miracle. No man that has ever lived, or will live that has the love and power to perform such a selfless act for all mankind. I know the reality of the Atonement, for it has played such a huge role in my life. God has given us all the ability to repent if we are willing to come unto Him. The gift of repentance has continually blessed my life each and every day. I have learned to become more like my Savior and draw closer to Him through repentance. The ability for us to repent is such a blessing for all of us. I know that we can always continue to do better and follow Jesus' example. I bear witness of the divinity and life of our Lord Jesus Christ. He lives, and he loves each and every one of us! I testify and bear witness of these truths in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.