Isaac wanted me (his sister) to post the following email he sent to friends and family about why he is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The following are his words...
Throughout my mission I have gotten a lot of anti-Mormon teachings thrown at me, but especially recently. It seems people are constantly telling me reasons of why not to be Mormon. When hearing and/or reading anti-Mormon literature, I always think back to the reasons of why I am Mormon, and they always outweigh the reasons of why I may not be. After doing some research, I have found that not many people have publicized a list of why they are Mormon. Being a missionary, I took it upon myself to create a short, simple, and profound list of why. Below is the list I have compiled (in no particular order):
The main reason I am Mormon is simply because God told me to be (Mosiah 3:19).
The fundamental principles and doctrines of Jesus Christ taught within the church have strengthened my relationship with Him (2 Nephi 25:26).
The commandments that seem crazy to some (i.e. Word of Wisdom, Tithing, Chastity) have brought forth limitless possibilities rather than limited capabilities (Mosiah 2:22).
There is a place I can go where Heaven is closer- the temple (D&C 110:7-8).
The Book of Mormon is tangible evidence that "in the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established" (D&C 6:28), and that God is not a respecter of persons (3 Nephi 11).
The Church encourages me to find answers from God and His scriptures for myself, rather than telling me their answer and expecting me to believe them (Moroni 10:3-5).
It holds the Blueprint of Christ's church (http://bit.ly/1BLgNwo).
I have a specific guide from God for my life- A patriarchal blessing (http://bit.ly/1JY7BZw).
I want to be with my family for eternity, and this church is the only one that provides an eternal sealing (D&C 138:48).
The church provides many opportunities to serve others (justserve.org, Mosiah 2:17)
As a filmmaker, I appreciate the videos the church produces that invite the spirit (mormonchannel.org).
The church is the same worldwide, so I can literally go anywhere and feel at home (2 Nephi 27:23).
All people are children of God (who is a King), which means women are princesses and queens- I have been taught to treat them as such (Alma 56:47-48).
The doctrine that God the Father, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost are three separate beings and one in purpose, to me, makes the most sense- physically and spiritually (D&C 130:22-23).
An abundant amount of resources to find my family history is always readily available in the church (familysearch.org).
The fact that a young boy had the question of which church was true, adds to the validity that "by small and simple things are great things brought to pass" (JSH, Chapter 1).
These are just a few of the many reasons of why I am Mormon. In conclusion, I would like to emphasize the fact that while I may have all these specific reasons of why I am Mormon, the main reason is because I know it is the will of God. I have gained a strong, personal relationship with my Father in Heaven who has revealed to me through fervent prayer that what I am believing and proclaiming is right. That alone is enough for me to continue in my faith. I know on the outside being a Mormon can seem like a far-fetched idea for some, but if you open your heart and mind, I think you would be surprised what you might find. I have seen people go from having no desire to be Mormon whatsoever, to converting by humbling themselves and recognizing the truth and light that comes from being a member of this church. I know that a "false church with false prophets and a false book" would not change so many lives in such a positive way. God knows His people. He has a plan for each of them. A part of His plan is allowing them to know and see the fullness of truth on the earth today. So to all those that question why I am Mormon, now you know why. Are you willing to listen to missionaries and give it a try? :)
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