Hi I'm Sterling

About Me

I am a new dad, I am going to school right now for my Master's in Social Work and working at a Family Center for Asians. I have a BS in Psychology. I love road trips with my wife and baby, reading and playing video games.

Why I am a Mormon

I love my wife and daughter more than I could ever express. I want to be with them forever and i believe that it is only through the true gospel of Jesus Christ and his atonement that this can happen. I believe that God has a plan for all of us and that if we obey his commandments and do our very best we can be with those we love forever. I can think of no better gift.

Personal Stories

How has The Book of Mormon helped you understand the purpose of life?

I have often thought about the purpose of life and what my own purpose was. After reading the Book of Mormon I have found that it shows very clearly that the role of this life is to learn, to sacrifice and to grow. The examples in the Book of Mormon of different prophets and of Jesus Christ himself have shown how they have fulfilled their purpose in this life by doing what is right, by sacrificing and doing one's best to do whatever it takes to follow Jesus Christ.

How I live my faith

In the community I am in charge of organizing Sunday School classes. I participate in community service projects, visit families in need in the boundaries of my specific area and try to live in a way that shows others that I am a believer of Christ and his teachings.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Are Mormons Christians?
Sterling answered...

Absolutely. We believe in Jesus Christ and his atonement and rely on Him for our salvation. We may not be seen as being "historical Christians" because our faith does not follow the line of Catholicism or other Christian sects. However, we believe that in 1820 Joseph Smith restored the original Church of Jesus Christ with prophets and apostles, just like in the days of old. In this way we are firm believers in the original Church of Jesus Christ and follow his example as portrayed in the Holy Bible and in the Book of Mormon. Show more Show less
Rob answered...

Christ said that his followers would be defined by their adherence to his teachings. Growing up as a member of the Church, I learned that Christ is The literal son of God and that through His Atonement we can somehow be forgiven of our sin and allowed to enter back into the presence of God, if that is what we want. Everything I ever learned at church or in my home was centered on the life and ministry of Christ. Several years ago, we moved to the Southeastern United States and encountered the idea that members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Days Saints are not Christians. Although I don't understand the need to define certain groups in or out of Christianity, especially given The Lord's frequent admonitions not to judge the faith of others, I understand this idea is rooted in some esoteric academic objections to certain gospel principles such as our belief that Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Ghost are separate individuals united in purpose and power. My experience has been that this idea is often passed on among those who have not met or do not have close relationships with members of the church. Once people get to know what we teach and believe and how we live, they come to understand that we are Christians. While, The Lord has asked us to let our light shine so that others can see it and take strength from it, I believe that ultimately Christ, will judge our Christianity as individuals based on the thoughts and intents or our hearts. Show more Show less

Who was Joseph Smith?
pamela scarillo answered...

yo sé que José Smith fué un profeta del Señor Show more Show less

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