Hi, I'm Tabitha

I am from the rural South but am a city girl at heart. I am a new mother at age 38. I am a Mormon.

About Me

I guess I'll start with a brief history: I grew up in the South - Georgia to be exact. I moved to Utah in my mid-twenties after I served a mission for the Church. But after 10 years out West I needed to return to where I felt most at home: the East. It was a good choice because a short time later I met my soon-to-be husband and earlier this year our son was born.

While my life may not have turned out as I planned in my youth (married by 25, four kids by 35, etc...) I couldn't imagine it any other way. I have a career that I enjoy, I have a wonderful husband and a beautiful little son, and I live in the one of the greatest cities on earth.

And of course, I am a Mormon.

Why I am a Mormon

I was born into an LDS (Latter-Day Saint) family but this doesn't mean that I relied on the faith of my family. I went through my own trials and struggles. It was during my early adulthood that I decided to learn for myself if the Church and its beliefs were true. After much soul searching, thought, and prayer, I can honestly say that I know that this is the gospel of Jesus Christ and I am grateful for that knowledge.

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How has your knowledge of the Plan of Happiness changed/benefited your life?

I am where I am today because of my knowledge of where I'll be in the future. Sounds cliche, perhaps, but it's true. I believe that life is eternal. I also believe that if we make correct decisions (and repent for bad ones) and live righteously, we will be able to be with our families after this life ends. That belief brings me great peace, especially during difficult times or trials in my life.

How I live my faith

I try to practice what I preach. I work hard to be honest and to be kind to my "fellow men." It isn't always easy given the differences in the world today, but I know it is what the Savior taught and it is what I need to follow. I go to Church every Sunday and I accept callings, or requests to serve, as they are asked of me. I pray regularly, I read my scriptures daily, and I try to live my life in such a way that I will not have regrets. For I believe that we are responsible for our actions and we must answer for them some day. I try to remember that in all of my dealings with others and with myself.

What do Mormons believe about Jesus Christ? Do Mormons believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God?

Tabitha answered...

Surprisingly, I've often been asked if I believe in Jesus Christ. I say surprisingly because to me it has always been obvious, especially since our church is named after Him. But I guess to others it could be confusing since Joseph Smith is the name often associated with the organization of the Church. While Joseph Smith is revered as a latter-day prophet (just like the prophets of biblical times) it is Jesus Christ who is the head of the Church and who died for each of us. It is Him in whom I place my faith.
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Adeline answered...

Jesus Christ is the Savior of all humankind, the Son of the Living God, the Messiah, the holy and anointed one of Israel, and He lives today to guide and lead us back to our Heavenly Father.

Are there restrictions based on race or color concerning who can join The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and have the priesthood?

Robin answered...

No there is no restriction. Heavenly Father made us all different but we are still brothers and sisters. We have a wonderful melting pot of races and colors. We only see our brothers and sisters.