Being a Latter-day Saint Pretty Much Rocks.

     I am so grateful to be a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints! There is a lot of skepticism out there on whether members of this church are actually Christian. Let me assure you, we are. We don't worship Joseph Smith, we don't sacrifice babies on alters, or even animals, and we don't do anything else that would seem weird or odd to you if you knew the scriptures and the way God deals with His people.
     I didn't always really believe very strongly in my church. I went mostly because it was what my parents wanted, and that's where my friends were. I thought then that I had a testimony, but it wasn't until hard times struck that I really understood the meaning of testimony and faith, and more importantly, the healing power of Jesus Christ's atonement. I have always been a little grateful for those hard times, even though it's been one of the hardest things I have ever had to deal with. That being said, the knowledge I have, and because of the power of the priesthood, that hard thing isn't as bad as it could be, if I didn't have my beliefs. I can't imagine what it would be like to deal with it without that knowledge.
    I am grateful for the opportunity I had to be a missionary for this amazing church. It was the most amazing time of my life. I love the people that I was able to meet and work with. I love our Savior, Jesus Christ. I only wish that I could be a better example of His love. I am so grateful for the priesthood, and for the sealing power. I love my family dearly, and I am so glad to know that we get to annoy each other forever.