Hi, I'm Kevin

I'm a plumber, husband, and daddy in the middle of my "Happily ever after"and I know it's because I'm a Mormon.

About Me

I'm Kevin, 34, married father of 3, a skilled craftsman and union member as well. I love to work and get things done. Being a plumber has taught me how to deal with fecal matter. I'm 2nd generation LDS, so I grew up going to Cub and Boy Scouts which the LDS are major sponsors of. I can't tie many knots but it taught me a love of the outdoors (how to water ski!), it helped shape who I am, and now have a son starting in Scouting. I'm grateful to my parents, who have been married 40 years and counting! Their decision to join the church and provide a great example to my siblings and I has made a huge difference in my life,and now it's my turn to be that great example to my kids. Parenting like plumbing is not "rocket science" they are way more important than that! Fortunately neither have to be as complicated. It's a lot of "monkey see monkey do." What kind of "monkeys do I want to call mine? That's the manner of monkey i'd ought to be. The teachings of Jesus Christ when applied make life a lot less difficult so following them is a no brainer which is good for a plumber- didn't exactly make it to BYU, but I enjoy living in a small town with my family, living out the American dream.

Why I am a Mormon

Being born into a Mormon family has definately had it's advantages. Getting through my high school years pretty much unscathed, having fun with lots of other young men and young women in the area and kind of oblivious to what the rest of the typical highschoolers were up to. 16 years after that is over with, I'm very grateful I was surrounded by kids with similar values.
It's kind of funny that we all grow up watching Disney and reading stories that end with the prince and princess "living happily ever after." But good ole Uncle Walt didn't exactly fill us in on how to make that happen. Any wonder why divorce is rampant?
I firmly believe that God the father of us all loves each of us and wants us to be happy and will even play matchmaker if you give him a chance. I met my wife at the airport while we were both waiting for an incoming flight that wasn't going to land until I made my move. I kept getting caught looking at her; knowing that I had to talk to her and it was going to be awkward. After three-35 minute delays, I finally decided to talk to her. Turns out she knew my sister and was a single Mormon as well. We got married a year later and I now know what "Happily Ever After" is all about.
Being a parent has helped me gain a God's eye view or perspective on life. Knowing that I want my kids to live "Happily ever after" begs the question how? I'm grateful for the teachings of Jesus Christ, the teachings of the scriptures and the promise that if we "Keep his commandments, we will prosper in the land." Sounds like a deal to me so where do I sign up. I mean what parent wouldn't go to the ends of the earth or even to hell and back for thier kids. If so, why not go to church? It's just down the street and has air conditioning

How I live my faith

Every day is full of choices and I'm grateful to live in a land where we get to choose or pursue happiness. Sometimes that means sacrificing what I want for what I really, really want -so it's not much of a sacrifice at all. I live my Faith at work when I do the best work I can (even when the boss isn't wacthing). I live my faith at home by being the best husband and father that I can. Jesus taught us to serve others, I think that should start at home. I help my neighbors when I can and please don't tell anyone I'm a plumber because that leads to phone calls and I typically work for cookies or pies. They say Jesus was a carpenter but he could have been a plumber. He provides us with the "Living waters" and has the ability to take all the clogs in our life away. If we follow Him, we can be clean again on the inside as well as the out.

Why don’t Mormons drink coffee, tea, or alcohol? What is the Mormon Church’s law of health and proper diet?

Kevin answered...

Studies claim a little alcohol has benefits, but too much is harmful. What do they say about tobacco? The revelation known as the Word of Wisdom (WoW) recieved in 1833 was way ahead of it's time; or was it? Drunkenness has never been acceptable to God, the Old Testament account in Daniel chapter 1-How he and his 3 friends refused the "kings meat and wine" and were better off for it-so much so they put everyone else on the same diet. I'm sure he made lots of new friends. Daniel was also given knowledge and wisdom- not unlike what the WoW promises.coincidence? Or Maybe the God of the OT has reaffirmed his stance on temple destroying behavior. What am I missing? DUIs? a beer belly? Maybe it's the puking? I don't believe all "partakers" are going to hell but there are plenty who make this life hell because of their addictions. What about the Health co$t$? One reason stated at the beginning of the WoW for giving the relevation Is"In consequence of evils and designs which do and will exist in the hearts of CONSPIRING men in the last days, I(the Lord) have warned you, and forewarn you, by giving unto you this word of wisdom by revelation". what has changed since then? Big Alcohol and their ultra honest ads, Big tobacco, the latte stand peep show, the advent of cars a civil war on drugs.Don't get me wrong I/we are not prohibitionists we are on this earth to choose, and must live with the consequeces. I'm very grateful God has tipped us off on this one. My Life has been lot's easier.
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Molly answered...

God gave us the ability to choose. There are substances in coffee, tea, alcohol, tobacco and other harmful drugs that limit our ability to choose. The intent of the law of health we follow is to preserve our ability to make good choices. This law of health is called the “Word of Wisdom”. It not only guides us regarding the substances to avoid, but also those to include in our diet. We are told to eat fruits and vegetables in their season, include grains, and eat meat sparingly. We are promised that if we follow these guidelines we will be healthy, able to learn and accomplish all that is required of us by our various roles in life. I am grateful for the blessings I receive from following the Word of Wisdom.

As a Dietitian I especially love this law of health because as I’ve seen the US guidelines for nutrition develop they are now aligning with what the Lord told us many years before. I believe that the guidelines set forth in our law of health are the minimum requirements for good health. It may be necessary for some people to avoid certain foods or eat a lower fat diet, or avoid caffeine entirely, but these specifics are not mentioned in the law of health and are to be determined by each individual.

Why do some call Mormonism a cult?

Stephen Call answered...

In my opinion the real reason people say the Mormon Church is a cult because they don't understand. saying that it is a cult is an easy way to excuse themselves from learn more about it. Its like saying "sushi is slimy raw dead fish" or "computers are of the devil" its easy not to try / learn about stuff if you pair it with a negative word like "devil" or " slimy raw dead fish"