Hi, I'm Nick

I study. I run. I laugh. I'm a Mormon.

About Me

As a college student, I spend most of my days on campus, pouring over piles of mathematics textbooks and conducting economic research studies. To take breaks from the library, I run with my wife in the brisk mountain air that surrounds our home. Two desires impel me forward--a profession in tax law and fatherhood.

Why I am a Mormon

I have read the Book of Mormon and the Bible multiple times. By so doing and praying to my Father in Heaven, I have gained a divine witness that these scriptures contain the Lord's word and will for me. Furthermore, as I have followed the counsel of living prophets--to spend more time with my family, to deal honestly with my fellow men, etc.--I have enjoyed much greater peace and happiness. Hence I am a Mormon.

Personal Stories

Please share your feelings/testimony of Joseph Smith.

I know that he is a prophet of God because I have read the Book of Mormon. That book is veritable proof that the Lord called Joseph Smith to teach of Christ and lead His Church on the earth.

Why do Mormons go on missions?

They go to invite others to come unto Christ and help them receive His restored gospel through faith on Jesus Christ and His atonement.

How I live my faith

Everyday, I read the scriptures and pray with my wife. We spend each Monday evening together, either visiting a museum, cooking someone a meal, or taking a walk. After church meetings on Sundays, I regularly visit two families in the area to teach them a short lesson, assist them in any way possible, and do what I can to strengthen their faith in Christ.
In my daily work as a research assistance, I compose academic papers regarding the importance of the family unit in society. My co-workers and I analyze demographic trends and their impacts on children. We strive to empirically validate the value of the traditional family structure and thus persuade law-makers to preserve it.
When the opportunity arises, as it often does near a college campus, I help my neighbors move and clean their homes. I render service as I am able.
Each moment, I follow Christ.

Does The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints endorse political parties?

Nick answered...

No. However, the Church encourages its members to participate in politics by voting and running for office.
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Josh answered...

No. The church advocates principles and doctrine but does not endorse a certain political party or candidate. If you look in the United States Congress, you'll see members of the Mormon church sitting on both sides of the aisle from the current Senate Majority Leader to a 2008 presidential candidate.

However, the church is involved in the public arena when political initiatives intersect with principles of Christ's gospel. When this happens, the church will release a statement advocating certain principles and encouraging members to uphold these principles. This type of action often leads to confusion. Church support for an initiative for religious reasons should not be taken to imply support for a particular political party. These are two distinctly separate activities.

Are Mormons Christians?

Charlotte answered...

Living in a place where Mormons are a small minority, this is probably the question I get asked the most. For me, nothing is more sacred and personal than my relationship with my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I believe he was born of Mary and is the Son of God. I believe he suffered in the Garden of Gethsemane and died on the cross on Calvary so that all of us might be saved by the gift of His atonement. I believe he was resurrected three days later and that he will come again. I absolutely whole-heartedly believe in and love Jesus and am teaching my children to do the same.

Generally though, I've found that when people ask me this question more often they are asking what makes Mormons different from other Christians. There are 3 major differences: 1) We believe that God, the father, Jesus, his son and the Holy Ghost are distinct beings (the first two having a body of flesh and blood, the third being a spirit) that are united in purpose. So, we don't believe in the concept of the "Trinity." 2) We believe in an open cannon, meaning that God still reveals scripture. We believe the Bible to be the inspired word of God but we have companion scriptures as well that we believe are holy and inspired, most notably "The Book of Mormon." It is another testament of Jesus Christ, in addition to the Bible. 3)We believe that God still talks to man. Revelation didn't stop with the prophets in the Bible. When Christ's church was restored through Joseph Smith, prophets once again returned to the earth. We having a living prophet today, President Thomas S. Monson, to whom God speaks. In addition, we believe in personal revelation. Rather than telling people they must follow unquestioningly like sheep, Mormons are encouraged to ask God themselves about doctrine, actions and anything else they are concerned about. He answers prayers.