David Boice's Conversion Story to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
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- Опубліковано 23 кві 2024
- David Boice, from 52 Churches in 52 Weeks, explains his conversion story from being an evangelical to joining The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (sometimes referred to as the "Mormon Church")
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Thanks for the invitation to interview! The OUTPOURING of genuine, heartfelt support has been incredibly humbling. I was told after the baptism that I'd be gaining an instant family, and that turned out to be so true on a much wider, global scale. Thank you everyone.
I've loved your videos David! Many of us have been on a journey with you!
You're awesome 😎 brother!
I hope we all can cut through the arguments and just see the love of God. Thanks for sharing.
@52churchesin52weeks It's amazing being part of the family of the restored gospel. Yiu could be broken down almost anywhere in the world, look up a local congregation, and ask if there is is someone from the elders quorum that could assist you, and you will find instant kinship and love.
Welcome IN Brother !
Arguably the most publicly documented conversion story from someone joining the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. We have all loved cheering you on in your joining.
Been going back to church in part because of this guy long before he got baptized.....love ya brother 💯
Keep going bro.
I was a convert too. Born Catholic, studied in Catholic school. I felt the difference strongly of how the holy spirit worked in me to have my testimony. The simplicity of the restoration of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, the strong confirmation of the Holy Spirit , the oneness and everything just made sense to me . Our very life is for God's plan for us.
Same to a T
Me too
I started watching David’s 52 churches in 52 weeks sometime last year and thought ohh cool I love learning about different faiths I’ll watch this. The whole time I sat there thinking he was a member of the church he has this light that members have and found out nope not a member yet then thought watch he joins then last week I saw that he was baptized and I about threw my phone I was so happy and was like knew it. Lol welcome David.
Same! I was like, he’s gonna end up getting baptized. He keeps going back to LDS churches, temple open houses, general conference, etc. It was so fun to watch him be drawn to it over and over again from the outside. I immediately sent the baptism video to my daughter with 🎉🎉🎉 and tears rolling dune my face when I saw it, because I’d shown his channel to her and had told her how much I enjoyed his videos and that I thought he’d eventually convert because he seemed so positive about his experiences. I especially was impressed with his seeing the symbolism between the people mocking the truth seekers from the great and spacious building, and then being yelled at as he entered the conference center. That really struck a chord with me. So fun to see him ignore that mocking and reach for that fruit himself, even though it can be so hard to do. He did it! He made it. So happy for him and proud of his ability to stick with his convictions.
Brother David, you have a huge amount of credibility because you looked everywhere for the truth right in front of us all, and found it. Your testimony will bring many people to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
money is the word¡!!!!!!
Honestly, I am not surprised he joined. I had a funny feeling a year ago at the Conference that he would eventually! I am so happy for him! Welcome to the Church family!
Me too! Welcome!
Same.
Yeah, as I watched him in those early videos, he seemed like such an honest soul that this is not a big surprise.
Welcome David! I am also a convert to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, I was baptised in Ireland 46 years ago, your story is amazing.
This guy is so genuine you can’t help but love him.
I had to smile to myself every time David mentioned coincidences. Coincidence is God's plan falling into place. Welcome David to the restored Church of Jesus Christ. The Lord guided David to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Coincidences are Gods way of staying anonymous 😆
Welcome, brother! Glad to have you! Thank you for sharing your experience.
Coincidence is just confirmation bias. How is it then coincidences helped me leave the church?
@@joshkeeton9616
Satan sends co incidences too
As someone that converted just 4 months ago, it's been awesome seeing your journey.
Four months ago? This is cool! How did you find the church and what made you decide to be baptized? Congratulations!!!
I think as converts, we are so blessed, we have chosen this for ourselves, and I know our Heaven Father and Jesus Christ our proud of us,
TO INVESTIGATE MORE THAN A HUNDRED CHURCHES AND END UP CONVERTED TO THE LDS CHURCH SAYS IT ALL! WHO CAN ARGUE AGAINST THAT? 😊😊😊❤❤❤ WELCOME BROTHER DAVID! YOU ARE ONE OF THE VALIANT SPIRIT SON OF OUR HEAVENLY FATHER. YOU HAVE A GREAT JOB TO DO! KEEP IT UP! ❤❤❤
I love his story because we’ve all watched his faith journey in real time.
Convert here from Manchester England,
As a small child I heard the word Mormon just twice that I remember it always stayed with me, at 24 I searched for the correct church as I knew there wasn't enough to feed me at my church ( non conformist - reformed Methodist) which I loved.
I looked into different churches, two sisters knocked on my door, It took me 14 yrs before my baptism (due to personal challenges)
God blessed me with Faith in him, when finally baptised I'm grateful for all the amazing spiritual experiences I've had ,
There's been 18 people baptised since, my Dad stated he'd never talk to me again if I went to "that church" years later he was baptised too ❤
Watching David's videos, I had not seen the hand of the Lord so clearly guiding an honest seeker of truth since serving my own mission. The promptings of wanting more, recognizing "spiritual coincidences" and the courage to act in faith. It's D&C 29:7 in action: "And ye are called to bring to pass the gathering of mine elect; for mine elect hear my voice and harden not their hearts"
Welcome to the Church of Jesus Christ of Later Day Saint ! Brother David, we are a group of imperfect people, trying in our daily life be like our Savior by sincerely loving our neighbor . I am so happy for you ❤ your journey from now on will be sweet ! Not easy, just sweet closeness to God.
I am so happy to be able to witness his growth and conversation. Welcome aboard Brother Boice!
As a member of the church and being a Temple worker, we have all of God's children coming to the Temple to feel the ❤️ love of Heavenly Father! Every time I'm there it's so beautiful to see patrons coming in to be endowed! So many miracles in the Temple! ❤🌻🌷🌻✨️🙏🏻💜🤗
I am a convert of more than 50 years. Like you, I love the symbolism we find in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. What a wonderful journey is ahead of you, as you study and learn more of the symbolism that teaches us of our Savior. Congratulations on your baptism.
I don’t think the cardinals are as weird or crazy as it seems to say aloud. I think this whole story is remarkable. I can’t get enough. ❤ I’m so glad you found the church 😊
I agree
I think the cardinals are such a beautiful part of your story!
I completely agree. His speaks to us in OUR own language, and he knew how to get David’s attention perfectly.
I loved following his journey and I’m so happy for him and this interview. I started watching quite some time ago, and watched everything of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. While I was listening to his video about his Manti temple visit, my husband said, “Does he have any idea what a great missionary he is being?” I’m so happy for his humble heart and his conversion.
I felt the same way after David‘s report from the Manti temple visit, he just oozed spirituality, I knew that he witnessed something special. I have been following him on his journey and what impressed me then was the video after visiting General Conference and comparing Lehi‘s dream to his experience outside of the building. That image stuck with me. I’m so happy that he found the church, I’m a converted former Lutheran and could never go back. ❤️
I totally agree. His Manti Temle podcast was fantastic.
I've been following David for about a year, and bought his book. He is one of my favorite internet people. I wish him all the best.
Welcome to Christ’s church Brother Boice. I’ve enjoyed following your spiritual journey.
It has been a complete joy to watch the hand of the Lord in David’s story.
David, welcome! We are really happy for you! It isn't easy, but it's worth it!
I got converted and baptized at the age of 15 (l'm 40 now) and ever since then all big main things that I cherish in my life came as a result of my belonging to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For me, if that is not a testament of a true church of Christ, then I don't know what is. The fruit is good.
I am from the Philippines. I was so happy to know you got baptized. I follow your 52 channel. Way to go Brother Boice! Welcome to the fold!
I was 34 years old at my baptism 30 years ago, and I felt the fear and excitement. I am so thrilled to welcome David into the fold, my new brother ❤
Congratulations David, I was baptized at 21 and now am 73. Lots of efforts to discourage me over the years to no avail. Hang in there, it won't be an easy journey, but it will be worth it.
How special to see David talking with this lovely young lady. He is smiling and very animated, and so sweet. We are so very blessed to have David in the fold. Congratulations, David!
Welcome to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints . Love from the UK🤗🇬🇧
David, when I saw your first video, I was so touched as my own mother started her faith journey in a very similar way. She was only seventeen, but she began to visit churches until one day she walked into a meeting of Latter Day Saints. She felt something different and (This was in Canada) . Because she took that leap of faith, I was born to it and I thank Heavenly Father for such a great blessing. I am now seventy-eight and I have so much gratitude for the opportunity to have found my own faith and the peace in the gospel of Jesus Christ. You have such a glow about you. You must have faith to believe and in order to keep believing you will always have to nourish it. Bless you for your desire to seek the truth and stand for it.
Where in Canada? My grandparents joined the church while living in Montreal about 1947/48 (my mom was a little girl).
My mother did exactly the same thing as yours when she was a young girl and in Canada as well. She finally found the true church soon after she was married. Two female missionaries gave her a Book of Mormon. She and her friend read it together during their coffee time together. That was what ended her search. She and her friend were baptized and they started a branch in their area in Ontario
I have been so inspired listening to David’s conversion process. The cardinals appearances is a beautiful illustration of how God “speaketh unto men according to their language, unto their understanding.” (2 Nephi 31:3) I love that God knows David enough and loves him so much to lead him to the church and the temple by cardinals. Wonderful story! And it is awesome to hear a new member read the Book of Mormon out loud. Welcome to the fold, David
This brings back all the joy i felt as a missionary watching people come to the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ. Ever since your General Conference episode I thought, "He is beginning to believe"
Hi David!! It's me Annie!! I don't know if you remember me. You should!! I have followed your journey and It's been great!! I never quit encouraging you to keep following the Cardinals. I am so happy for you. Having been born and raised in California and having lived in Idaho with my husband of almost 41years, I have never actually seen a Cardinal. Pictures yes, live no. I was always told we had Blue Jay's in California but never saw one until long after I was married at a family reunion in Southern Utah at my husband's uncles house. It was breathtakingly beautiful. Cardinals are beautiful too. One day I am sure I will see a Cardinal, a real live one and not just a picture. 😊😊 welcome to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Welcome home. 😊😊😊
I am sure the artist that painted the cardinal in the garden room of the Manti temple so many years ago was inspired to paint it just for David’s benefit. David is a great influence on many people all over the world.
@@darcyharefeld211 I agree!! Those things DO happen just because God knows us and is in every detail!
I came upon David by chance. I love learning about other religions and it was totally down my lane. I have watched him almost from the beginning. Surprise, surprise that he felt the spirit from the same church I go to. It's been such a joy to follow his journey. Congratulations David. I am so proud of you for your commitment to Christ and how it led you to us. I pray that joy and peace are with you the rest of your days.
We have watched David since 2022 and loved his experience with the cardinals. We are beyond thrilled at your conversion and thank you for opening your heart and mind to this gospel. We remember how impressed you were by the young missionaries and that they would set their lives aside to serve for 18-24 months.
Welcome Brother David Boice into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints! We love you and are happy for you. Come and see, come and serve, come and stay, come and belong.
We are rejoicing with you Brother welcome to the fold your testimony will change hearts I pray that Heavenly Father protects you from the fiery darts of the adversary you are now a threat to his lies keep being bold keep us updated on your journey
We are watching with excitement
For him to go to 102 churches and for The LDS to come on top only strengthens my faith 🙏
Love Love Love Davids journey. Seek and ye shall find. Knock and it shall be open unto you. . ♥
This is what you were seeking... D&C 20 37 And again, by way of commandment to the church concerning the manner of baptism-All those who humble themselves before God, and desire to be baptized, and come forth with broken hearts and contrite spirits, and witness before the church that they have truly repented of all their sins, and are willing to take upon them the name of Jesus Christ, having a determination to serve him to the end, and truly manifest by their works that they have received of the Spirit of Christ unto the remission of their sins, shall be received by baptism into his church....... WELCOME DAVID!
"Welcome, welcome, Sabbath morning, now we rest from ever care..." I am a convert too. Joining the the living Gospel of Jesus Christ was like a breathe of invigorating fresh air in a world of deep dark purified stagnant stinky growtest dead air. Welcome Christ kingdom!
I came across david on his week 3.
Never thought anyone would grab my constant attention and hope like this man.
Watching hom grow from his kitchen to nation wide stage has been amazing.
My testimony is greater because of this journey.
Thanks D!
I can't tell you how much this man's story has moved me. I am in awe of David and have watched a dozen of his videos since discovering this story. He's so brave and his journey is inspiring. It gives me cold chills to think about how God brought him to the truth. He is a lot like Joseph Smith. I pray he doesn't pay any attention to the crititics. 52 temples would be awesome to see. This makes me so happy. God is prevailing and is brining His elect home. The amount of good this man is doing is so commendable. Welcome to our LDS family. Thank you for your inspiring journey.
God speaks to us in our language. Even in symbols like Cardinals. Very cool to see.
The fruits of the Restoration are so tangible and so real. Welcome, Brother Boice!
My mom's family searched so many churches, too! My mom grew up in Madison, Wisconsin. She and her family tried out every church there, even the RLDS. When my mom discovered the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, it was unlike anything they had experienced before. They said it felt more complete, more whole. My mom and her entire family ended up getting baptized, and they remained true for the rest of their lives. ❤ I love this gospel so much!! The Book of Mormon IS, without any doubt, additional scripture that helps anchor me in my faith in the Bible and that God still speaks today. I loved seeing Rebecca Devonas do this interview because I love her "In the Book" podcast (flooding the earth with testimonies of the Book of Mormon). I've been anxious for more episodes, and so I love her doing this interview!🥰
Brother Boice has been helping to bring people to Jesus Christ and gather Israel for years now! Truly a valiant spirit heeding the promptings of our Heavenly Father. So happy to have you in the fold brother, and wish you all the peace and happiness that only comes through Christ and through yoking ourselves to Him in covenant.
I started watching David’s 52 Churches in 52 Weeks a couple of years ago and it is wonderful to see his sincere conversion and baptism into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. This was a great interview and I look forward to watching David’s continuing journey. He’s a very special young man.
I love this guy. David has done so much to increase spiritual literacy in the world. Even though he's now a finder instead of a seeker he is inspiring me to 'holy envy' of the good in other faiths.
Such a beautiful story. I'm so thankful you have shared your journey and your love of Heavenly Father and our Savior.❤
David is a hero, and I am so glad you shared his story.
I've been a member my entire life, but something I'm putting together here is that the tree of life to the hebrews is the temple. And when you said the fruit of lehis vision is the Love of God, well, what do we do in the temple? It isb100% family based. Baptism for our dead relatives for the salvation of their souls, we go to the temple, the iron rod guides us to the temple which is the gospel of Jesus Christ, to be baptized for others and be sealed for always. Amazing.
I also followed David Boice in his 52 churches in 52 weeks. I felt his sincere spirit from the beginning and prayed that he could feel the spirit at our church and eventually be baptized. He was searching maybe without even knowing it himself. Cardinals are his messengers. Two Davids have been found: David Alexander and David Boice!
Dear David - Welcome. I have followed you and your journey for at least a year and was so grateful for the kind, positive way in which you talked about the Church from the beginning. It was a relief each time you visited another Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints church or temple and gave a positive report about your experience. And then…I started hoping that you would join the Church and I said a few prayers asking Heavenly Father to give you the courage to accept the Gospel. And now you have. You have literally millions of people throughout the world praying for you and millions more on the other side of the veil doing the same thing. You are richly blessed.
We love and appreciate David in his faith journey. Happy for his courage to be baptized and his partaking of the love of God and sharing it with others.
I love the connection with cardinals! It reminds me of the scene in the first episode of The Chosen, when Mary Magdalene saw a dove flying over just as she was about to leap from a cliff. She followed it until she came to the place she met Jesus
Congratulations! I loved this interview! Hang on to that rod! I had a similar experience, I visited all the churches in my town. I had been an Episcopalian, and had visited the LDS church. As I visited all these others I found myself comparing them all to that LDS church. When I asked my dad for permission to join, he told me I was joining the Lord’s only true church, and I had to promise him I’d never fall away. He wasn’t a member, had gained a testimony, but he felt he couldn’t quit smoking and couldn’t give all the time the church required.
It’s been 54 years, and I still am so grateful for this journey.
I will keep you in my prayers. Keep Christ in your daily life, hang on with both hands and seek all the joy you can grab. You are in for a wonderful ride.
Brother Boice, EVERYTIME I see a red cardinal on anything, I think of you now. I have seen them on so many items since I've learned your story and say a little prayer of thanks for your channel and the "reminder" of christ I feel everytime I see a cardinal. Thank you for your wonderful testimony! I wish you every happiness!❤
I saw the episode at general conference, and said to my wife “give it a year or so and he’ll be a member.” 😂
Welcome brother!
I've always felt you would join the LDS church David and so happy you have been baptized . Your story reminds me of Joseph Smith looking for the true church and getting his answer. Stay strong in the gospel brother. You are in the right place 😊❤ Ralph LDS member New Zealand
Brother Boise, after General Conference you mentioned the feeling of "information overload". That is how I always feel too. Depending on how you learn and retain best, then either see the conference on-line, read or listen. I learn best by hearing, so I store the talks from several conferences on CD or a memory stick and listen while driving alone in my car. Some talks bore you after a while. But some will stand out and you will find new wisdom in them every time you see, read or listen to them. Best greetings from Denmark. I joined the Church in 1976, best thing I ever did.
The Manti Temple episode … I’ve watched it 3 times! It’s so refreshing to witness your sincere, deep questions to find your path. I’m so inspired! The spirit guides!
🎶 Let the Holy Spirit guide, let Him teach you what is true. He will Testify of Christ, light your mind with heaven’s view🎶
I love the manti temple episode too and that's why I got my endowment and sealing done there ! Amen 🙏 !
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One of the greatest gifts of a living church, is that the search journey continues. Baptism is only one point along the journey to having Jesus Christ in our countenance. Continue to acknowledge the "cardinal" moments and press forward in your belief 🥰
David, I love your conversion story! You are such a light! Thank you for this wonderful interview on Scripture Central.
I feel so much love and joy for you, Brother David!❤ I cried when you read the scriptures. Stay strong and continue to be a light, bright like our Savior Jesus Christ!
I did too!
Welcome brother Boice! You are such a wonderful addition to the family of Christ! You have definitely been lead and I’m so grateful your heart was open and willing to hear and feel his gentle promptings! The lord is so good and so kind and so merciful! He has lead you to the truth and he has a special work for you to do! Welcome welcome!
Today is Sunday, April 28 and I have listened to this video for the first time. Tears of sweetness rolled down my cheeks. Congratulations on your journey and I pray that you find great peace in the house of the Lord. Temples are a refuge from the storm.
🌺Linda
This man has great, strong character and lots of courage… congratulations
You have a glow since your baptism. You smile more and appear truly happy. You are surely blessed for your commitment to your journey.
I can see your joy bubbling over. It is miraculous and full of light.
I get chills whenever this guy speaks now. Welcome to the fold brother!
Thank you for sharing your experiences David and welcome to the family of God. 🎵“Hold to the rod, the iron rod. ‘Tis strong and bright and true. The iron rod is the word of God. ‘Twill safely guide us through.”🎵 Perth, Western Australia 🦘
I loved David’s story. I listened to many of his visits to different churches. In my heart I knew he would eventually know in his heart which church was truly the church of Jesus Christ that had been restored in these latter days! Congratulations! You have made the right decision! Don’t let the nay sayers change your mind! Keep the faith! Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ will always be there for you!❤
Wow wonderful young man who is so honest! Wonderful testimony and interview!!! Thank you
David, I am a convert myself and I too had little doubts at the beginning, that was 1968. Doubt not fear not that is my input to you. This gospel will be your life blood because it is The True Gospel of Jesus Christ that's been RESTORED to its true state.
WHAT EPIC COURAGE! This was a beautiful conversion story. So inspiring! Stay the course, David. My guess is that not only is the Savior pleased, but the adversary also has you in his sights. God bless you brother.
A short time ago, David, your "I Got Baptized" video dropped into my UA-cam lap, so to speak. That's the first I saw of you. It brought me such happiness to hear your conversion story, how you have embraced the restored gospel of Jesus Christ. And now I see this video, So happy for you. Heavenly Father truly loves and knows His children individually and blesses our lives in so many ways that we can't possibly count. Much aloha from here in Hawaii!
3 month ago was first time to listen to him.felt that he's special spirit ,and understanding
Surprised he joint the LDS love you brother.keep on ,you on the
Strait narrow path pray always.
Congratulations! I've been watching your videos almost since the beginning, and your openmindedness impressed me from the start. I'm so happy that you have started on the covenant path! I am a convert, too. My father was an Episcopal minister. My journey was a 3 year journey until baptism, but in spite of strong opposition in the beginning, the blessings FAR outweighed the hardships! This July will make 52 years since I was converted. Hang in there brother! The Church is true!
Dear Friend David, Watching your faith journey has been a delight. You have some very deep insights into Gospel symbolism that takes most of us years to understand. Each time you spoke about Temple Open houses, I could see you “getting” it, deeper with each new Temple visit. Your observation on the barricades at General Conference were INTERESTING! Your countenance has a joyful glow, and your smile gets brighter with each visit. I knew with your Manti visit it was just a matter of a few weeks! Congratulations, you have made one of the best choices there is on this journey through mortality!
Thank you so much for telling your story. I have been a member my entire life and your story reminded me of how important it is to strengthen your faith by asking questions, exploring, discovering and being re-committed to something you have had your entire life but have taken for granted. What a remarkable journey you have had. You will be an inspiration to others your whole life. Never lose that spark and joy that you feel now.
When I first heard the news of David‘s baptism I had a sleepless night and found the announcement on Mormon Book Review, another wonderful channel, but that night, reading the news, made me jump for joy! What a wonderful man to join the church, and I can just see how excited some of the single women in church will be. 😊
David. As one who watched you journey the past two years, I kept wondering if this path would lead to baptism. I am thrilled for you! Welcome to a wonderfully small and close world. Wherever you go you will have a friend.
As a lifetime missionary, it is wonderful and instructive to take the walk with David as he explains his journey to conversion. Thank you!
You look so happy David! Welcome home. We love and appreciate you.
Welcome David! I am a convert too. After joining, I feared falling away. Bro Ellsworth from the Mesa Temple Presidency/Home teacher* told me to hold to the iron rod (read Book of Mormon/word of God) daily, and I would never fall away. 23 years have passed, many tests have come. I failed some and beat others. Because of Jesus Christ's atonement, I feel stronger today than ever before despite my past weaknesses. This is Jesus Christ's Church, and you have entered in at the gate of baptism. Now stay the course and join the celebration at the end, you got this brother!
I was casually listening to this while installing a ceiling fan. When he started reading those verses, I started weeping 😭
It’s so beautiful to hear this story and have the Lord stamp its roots in the vision Lehi had all those centuries ago. I imagine Lehi seeing David himself grab the iron rod and make his way to the tree of life.
Press on David, the best is yet to come.
When I first started watching you was when you first visited an LDS church. Then you went again I thought he really feels the spirit. Congratulations.
I am a convert also.
Amazing conversion story. Love the cardinals in it. Glad he found his spiritual home. Excited to see more of his story as he grows in knowledge and testimony, ultimately leading to his taking out his endowments in the temple. Thanks for sharing and posting this.
I was raised Pentecostal but as a teen I was full of questions. I had read the bible many times and as i went to 8 different churches to ask questions. None could answer my quests. I was introduced to missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of LDS . Two young men who answered every question with the Bible. They gave me a Book of Mormon. It was so exciting to grow in spiritual knowledge. I joined in 1965 and never looked back.
Thank you so much for Loving our Savior. Welcome home
Congratulations little brother. I took that journey eventhough both parents were LDS. I still wanted to know for myself. I had to know. And I feel that everyone needs a type of Joseph Smith journey. Welcome home. So beautiful. Sister Jane
I am so grateful for being raised in the church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints. I am always in awe of members that have the courage to move forward to be baptized in to the Chuch. There is absolute joy in learning and growing in the church. You’re going to love what you will learn in the sacred Temple promises! ❤️
I'm a lifelong member, my history and background is very different from his. But I still needed to go through my own conversion process (one that continues to today). The thought keeps going through my mind that the Lord speaks to every man in his own language. For him, it was symbolism, cardinals, the fruits and so on. For me, it was something quite different. But God is so great and all-knowing that he knows what David needed. He knows what I needed. He knows what all of His children need. And He is so good to give it to each of us. Welcome to the Church of Jesus Christ Brother Boice!
To David: I've been to those Temples! We went and visited the Bentonville one as it was being built. They had a little visitors center in the parking lot of the church next to the construction site. I had such a powerful feeling visiting there. And I grew up in the church!
Anyway, we lived in Utah for a year several years back, and the St. George Temple was our temple at the time. I loved it. We have also visited the Manti one, back when live Endowment sessions were still being done there. It was very cool. My grandparents were married there in Manti, and some of my ancestors helped build both of those Temples. ❤
Thanks for being candid and sharing your story! I will be honest and admit I've been rooting for you to join The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for a long time, so when I saw this in my news feed, I was so excited! I was telling my kids, and they were excited too! 😂 Welcome, brother!!
Look at it this way David, you’re one step closer to the marriage you truly desire. No one can choose that for you.
We are so happy for you David. You have a beautiful spirit and your journey has blessed us all. Sending love and gratitude brother.
A noble and great one here
This was such a great interview. I have watched David from the beginning and have been enjoying his faith journey. So grateful for him and the testimony that he has developed and for the spiritual discernment that he has achieved. It was so great to compare his story to Joseph Smith. Unfortunately, Joseph Smith couldn’t find the true church because it wasn’t on the Earth yet. What a blessing that he found it. Welcome David we love you already!
What a wonderful interview! I am so happy that you made the decision to join the church. Your journey has helped so many others on their faith journeys and have strengthened my own testimony. Sending you hugs and affection.
Watching your 52 Churches in 52 Weeks videos, there was always a light in your eyes. Now it seems even brighter. What an inspiration and it puts wind in my sails to strive to do better. It's true! It's all true!
I’ve been following David. I remember getting on my knees after one of his videos and weeping in gratitude for his humble and pure heart. My heart was so touched by his genuine seeking, learning and sharing.
Bless David! ☀️❤️