Hi I'm Alan

Well, because its true! Its hard to explain the peace and joy that fills my heart when I follow the council of prophets both living and long past. I've had times where I haven't felt happy about myself and who I am. When I have been down and sad, God has brought peace to my heart through the scriptures, which are written by prophets from the past. I know the bible to be the Word of God. Many people all over the world of many different christian denominations have come to this same knowledge. However, the Book of Mormon has helped me grow even more in my faith of God and his son Jesus Christ. I know the Book of Mormon to be the Word of God also. The Book of Mormon has helped me come to the knowledge that God and Jesus Christ love all people in all parts of the world and have provided the way for them to return. The Book of Mormon is a second witness of Jesus Christ and the truths explained in the Bible. I know that because the Book of Mormon is true and is of God, then the very same Church of Jesus Christ that existed over 2000 years ago has in fact been restored. I am a Mormon because the Prophets and Apostles leading His church are infact true messengers of Him. I want to follow my savior as closely as possible and this church is the way that I have found how to live my life so that He would approve. I have seen so many blessings by living higher standards. I have seen heartache and pains from the times when I don't.

I'm not one to judge. I love being with people of all nationalities and from all backgrounds. I always try to relate myself to everyone because it was Jesus Christ that walked among all the people. It didn't matter what they looked like or who they were. Showing respect and love towards everyone is how I try to live each day. There are so many new friends to be found everywhere we go! Sometimes just meeting someone new and offering a compliment, a helping hand, or a few words of comfort are ways I live my faith. Share a smile or have a good laugh with someone new! Bring a little extra happiness and light to someone's day! I believe that if I had love towards everyone I would want to share something with them that is really special to me, something that has helped me find true lasting happiness. That's why I put my life on hold for 2 years to leave and serve a mission, so I could share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with His children, my brothers and sisters. How else could I really live my faith than by sharing it with everyone I meet everyday for 2 years?