Hi, I'm Steven

I'm an electrician, husband, father, and I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I'm 35, married to a wonderful woman, have 3 children, 5 years old and younger, and I'm trying to raise my children to have faith in Christ and live with good standards. I live in Georgia, but grew up in California. I do commercial electrical work to support my family. I've recently gone back to college and got my bachelor's degree in computer information systems. I enjoy spending time with my family, going on vacations, and doing projects around the house. I like to cook, experimenting with the meals sometimes.

Why I am a Mormon

I know that what the church teaches is true. It gives me the proper perspective in life. I know that I am a child of God, that I lived before I was born, and that I will live after this life. The church gives meaning and purpose to my life, and helps me to be a better husband, father, and person.

Personal Stories

Please share your feelings/testimony of Joseph Smith.

Joseph Smith was called to be a prophet, just like there were prophets in Bible times. When he was just 14 years old, Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ appeared to him in answer to a prayer. I know this is true because I know the Book of Mormon is true (Joseph Smith translated it), and because I have received a witness from the Holy Ghost that Joseph Smith was a true prophet. Joseph was killed by a mob because he would not deny what he knew to be true. Joseph testified of Christ all his life. We don't worship Joseph Smith, but honor him for what he did to help bring back the church of Jesus Christ in modern times. Our church centers on Jesus Christ, that he overcame sin and death, and provided the only way back to our Father in Heaven. I am thankful that Joseph was a faithful witness of Christ, and for the scriptures that were revealed through him in our day. We use these scriptures along with the Bible to help and guide us back to our Father in Heaven.

Which of the Savior’s teachings have influenced you?

I think the Savior's teaching to love our neighbor as ourselves has had a very good influence in my life. I think of the scripture that says that when Christ will come again, he will render to every person according to how that person treated his fellow man. I think that this teaching has helped me to treat others well.

How I live my faith

I teach the 12 and 13 year old boys in my church. I am also the assistant scoutmaster in our boy scout troop. I enjoy teaching these young men about the gospel. I have a 5 year old son, and I look forward to the time that he will be that age. I try to prepare meaningful lessons that will increase their faith, and help them make good decisions in their lives now and affect their future for good.

Can husband and wife be together forever? Do you believe that families will live together in heaven?

Steven answered...

Marriages can last forever when the couple is married in the temple. The temple is a holy place where sacred ceremonies are performed, such as marriages. The power and authority to unite families so that they can live together after this life is what makes this possible. I am grateful that families can be together forever in the next life through the gospel of Jesus Christ.
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Mark answered...

This is more than just instinct. We are indeed eternal beings whose origin is before the creation of the earth. And one of the things we come to earth to do is to find a companion, not only for this mortal existence, but for eternity as well. God has provided the place, the Temple of the Lord, and the authority, the power to seal things on earth and in heaven. So that eternal relationships can be established here and enjoyed after this life is done. Do I believe it? I feel certain that these principles are true. The Holy Ghost confirms that to my spirit.

Why do Mormons perform proxy baptisms in their temples?

Donna answered...

We have a loving Father in Heaven, whose work and glory are to bring to pass the immortality and eternal life of man. He is our Father, and wants each and every one of us to return to him. Some of His children never had the opportunity to receive the blessings of the gospel and be baptized in their lifetime. Because our Father loves all of His children, each will have the opportunity to accept the gospel, even if it is taught to them after this life. We do baptisms in the temple by proxy so that those who did not have the opportunity in this life to be baptized into the church may receive this ordinance if they desire it.

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Jesus Christ, Our Savior

Jesus Christ is the Son of God and the (ours and yours) Savior of the world. His life and teachings are the way to peace and happiness.

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Joseph Smith

As is the case throughout history God has communicated to His children through prophets. God used a humble man as a prophet to restore His Church on earth who ultimately died defending His faith.

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