Why/How do you share the gospel with your friends?

Nancy answered…

I share all the good things that happen to me with my friends. Most of that happiness comes from the Gospel of Jesus Christ. It follows naturally that I share that Gospel with them.

Sarah answered…

I share the gospel with my friends because there are worthy things that they deserve to be exposed to.

I'm not at all confrontational or even particularly assertive with my beliefs. The most important things, for me, are for people to know that I'm a Mormon, to know that I take the gospel seriously, and to feel like they're in a position to get honest answers if they ask me a question about the Church.

So, I share Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Mormon Messages videos on Facebook. I "check in" on Foursquare and Facebook Places every time I go to a church event or service. I retweet quotations from church leaders. I let people know that I'm taking a vacation to go to Utah, rather than just vaguely disappearing. If someone says something about a church issue, I speak up. It's not hard, it's not pushy, and I know for sure that if someone wants to know more, they know they can ask me.

Alyssa answered…

I share the gospel with my friends because I know it will bring them joy.
To illustrate this, I'll share a recent experience. My neighbor offered to deep fry some turkey for us. She has a special way of doing it-injecting it with Italian dressing. She told us how good it was and I believed her. However, I have never cared much for turkey, eating it rarely, maybe a little on Thanksgiving for tradition's sake. So, I passed it up. When she made hers, she brought us a plate full. I realized that she was right-it was absolutely delicious! It was tender, moist and packed with flavor. I would have never thought turkey could taste so good!!
As I savored her generous gift, I realized how much it was like the gospel of Jesus Christ- unimaginably wonderful. I thought about how so many people may not be fond of religion or save it for certain holidays as no more than tradition. The Master of the universe has given us a recipe to make our lives amazing. This recipe is found in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ and the only way you can know just how amazing it is, is to try it yourself!
I share the gospel of Jesus Christ because I know it is true. Because it brings joy, peace and understanding. Because this is a gift that is meant for all people and I know that the best way to show my Father in Heaven my gratitude for it is to share it others.

Jennifer Steen Wendorf answered…

I share the gospel just by default. I am who I am. I'm not ashamed about being a mormon. I feel so privileged to be in this church. It's given me such joy in my life. So, I'm simply honest about what's going on in my life religiously. I talk about doing church stuff, and sometimes people ask me about it.

I try to live as an example. Also, I really admire and compliment the good things that I see my friends doing. I feel like nearly every person I've ever met taught me something valuable. I feel like I can share a little about my faith because it will help them understand me better, and because they have already taught me so much.

It important when we share the gospel, that we acknowledge that we don't have all of the answers. We are just human beings. But Heavenly Father does have their answers. They will find their answers through the scriptures, and coming closer to Him. Also, the Church brings such a joy to people's lives, and that's why we talk about it. Not because we are just trying to be right, or get some brownie points in Heaven or something. We just love the people around us. When we truly love them, then we will be honest about what matters to us.

I've discovered that most people can tell if your are sincere. So be sincere, be a good friend, and be honest. Then sometimes a person will just start asking you questions, and you have to be in a spiritual place to give them the answers they need...or show them how they can get their answers.

Wade McAllister answered…

As a full time missionary we are called to declare the word of God to everyone! It can be scary and intimidating but it is what god wants us to do and it is why we serve missions. You can be very bold and reserved while sharing the gospel. There is no one-right-way to do it. Some share the gospel by living righteous lives and being examples to others. Some actively participate in bearing their testimony vocally and frequently with others.

Felicia. answered…

The gospel has brought me so much joy that I love to share it with others. I want everyone to experience the truthfullness of this restored gospel, so I'm serving a mission as a representative of Jesus Christ. I'm in Georgia and have fallen in love with the people and town. Serving a mission and sharing this message with others has given me a new realization of how important this work is, for Jesus Christ wants us all to return to Him. And through his Atonement that is possilbe! I know that Jesus Christ died for me so that I can repent daily and receive a remission for my sins. How wonderful this gospel really is!

Mitchell answered…

I wish that all my friends would take the opportunity to learn what I believe to be true. I know that the gospel gives my life purpose and real happiness. I have hope and courage in all that I do and face. I want the same happiness and hope for all my friends and family.

Heather answered…

If you had the cure for cancer and you had a family member or friend that had cancer, would you share the cure with them or just sit back and hope they figure it out? I have the precious knowledge that God is real and He loves us. I have access to an amazing organization that teaches us how to live according to Jesus Christ's teachings. I know that living the way the LDS church teaches leads to an amazing life. You will be happy. You will have support. You will have peace in your soul with this knowledge. Why wouldn't I share that with everyone? I love this church! I can't even describe the joy I have because of this knowledge. I have trials and hard times. My life is not perfect. But I can handle any trial that comes my way because God is with me and He can help me through anything. I want everyone to feel the way I do. I want everyone to know that you are not alone, God can be with you. He can guide you and comfort you. You just need to know the truth and have faith. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has the truth. Ask your questions and we will give you answers. Ask God through prayer and He will give you answers.

Noah answered…

First, we have to make sure that we are at a high spiritual level ourselves. The stronger you feel about the truths of the gospel, the more willing you will be to share it with others. Second, we have to ponder about and pray for opportunities to share the gospel, and when they arise, boldly and lovingly invite people to do something like come to church, accept a Book of Mormon, or start meeting with the missionaries.

Aaron answered…

How - by trying to live what I believe. It's not the easiest thing to do. I let people know that I am a meber of the Church and make comments about things that relate to the church.

Why - I get a great deal of satisfaction from my association with the church and the things it teaches. It helps me to be happy and I would like others to have that happiness in thier lives too.

Carolyn answered…

Recently a friend questioned how to know if Mormonism is right or not. I asked my friend how he knew that he loved his wife. He agreed that he knows he loves her because of a feeling deep inside, which is hard to express in words. The Gospel, I explained, is much like that. It is a good feeling I have deep inside, which is often hard to verbally express, but I know it is right for me. We can best share the Gospel with friends by first helping them discover how they can know to recognize if the Gospel is right for them. Then, if they feel the Gospel is right for them, they'll be interested to know more and will know how to confirm the truth of the things that they learn.  

Kanani Mann answered…

Since the Gospel is such a huge part of my life letting random people and my friends know that I'm mormon usually comes up in the first conversation. I mean what do people my age like to talk about partying, gossip or about relationships and I always let people know this; I choose to live by following the example of Jesus Christ. My passion for dancing is a big part of my life. Because I choose not to drink and smoke when I'm out and about, people always ask why I don't do those types of things and I let them know its becasue of my religion and my beleifs and more than anything they are not good for your body! As I continue to share with people what I believe sometimes they don't talk to me anymore and sometimes we don't talk about it at all but they respect what I do and don't do I never pressure it on anyone but I do strive to show them how important it is to me and how I'm always here for them regardless of what thier beliefs are.

Dana answered…

Why share it with friends? Because it is a gift. I know from experience. I was on the receiving side of it and I know how amazing it is. Sharing it with friends is easy. The first step is to lead by example. That means living a life of integrity that wouldn't embarrass yourself, your family, or your church. The next step is to convey your testimony. A testimony is what you know is true regarding your faith. This doesn't necessarily mean starting with "My testimony is..." It can be in the way you act (back to "lead by example") or by vocalizing it. Sharing your belief and faith with someone is often subtle. You don't have to tell them everything all at once, but tell them what you feel. This is a blessing to yourself and to your friends. Your true friends will respect your for it.
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Mason Rhett Crandell answered…

I love to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with my friends. Why? It is because it has become the best part of my life- my source of hope. The way that I share it is mostly by living my life in accordance with the doctrine of Christ- His teachings.

Funny enough, most of my "gospel sharing experiences" have started out as an accident. Being the foolish, self-centered individual that I am, I have frequently caught myself blindly looking past opportunities to help other people that were in need. I forget that I have many amazing truths, and because I get caught up in my own life, I don't tell others about them.

Fortunately, God knows who I am. He understands that my spiritual eyes are not as focused as they should be. He loves me enough to place people right in my path that I can help. Of all the memorable moments in my life, no events are greater than the moments where God has given me the chance to teach someone what this life is really about. Those moments are what I have to look forward to by waking up every day and living my life. There is no greater work than the work of God!

John answered…

I love talking about my beliefs with my friends and family. It's the biggest part of who I am.

Denise answered…

I share the Gospel with my friends because it makes life so GOOD. There is so much peace and joy to be had-- and I want them to have it too. And I don't sit them down and make them "talk religion" with me. They're my friends, and they want to hear about what I'm doing just like I want to hear about what they're doing. And a lot of the time what I'm doing is Church-related. Sometimes they don't particularly care, and that's okay. And then, sometimes they do, and that's GREAT! Then I tell them as much as they want to hear. That way it's not weird for either one of us-- it's just friends chatting over my kitchen table.

Darius answered…

I love to share the gospel with my friends, because the Gospel has helped me so much in my life that I want others to feel what I feel and know what I know. When I was 19 years old, I was called to serve a mission in Mexico, and there I was able to learn Spanish and share the Gospel with the people there in their own language. I grew to love the culture, and now I try to share the truths of Christ's Gospel with as many people as possible.

Faith answered…

Now that I know that Jesus is the Light I can build a lighthouse. I want to share this light, send out a beacon to those who are lost in deep water, who think they are alone. There is hope in the truths found in the restored church of Jesus Christ, and a way back home to our Father in Heaven. I share the gospel through the testimony of my life, trying to live as a diciple of Christ, and serving those around me. As people bear witness to my family and see the change for the better in my life, hopefully they are able to see the light of Savior shine through me. Remember the words of the Savior, "Come unto me, all ye who are burdened and are heavy laden, and I will take upon me every care and give thee rest." This is the way and He is the Light. I bear testimony of this, in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

Soozcat answered…

I share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others primarily by doing my best to live my faith from day to day. (Being a fallible human, I'm not always very good at it, but I keep trying.) My family, friends and many casual acquaintances are aware that I'm a Mormon, and I do my best to be approachable and open to questions, should they want to know what I believe. I realize that the majority of questioners just want their curiosity satisfied and don't expect or desire a full-fledged, in-depth religious discussion, so I try to keep answers simple and direct. I've also recently learned that it's important to admit when I don't know an answer, rather than attempting to theorize one -- although I'm willing to share what knowledge I have, I should also honestly recognize that I don't have all (or even most) of the pieces of the puzzle yet.

Boiled down to its most essential quality, the Gospel of Jesus Christ is love -- love of God and love for His children. If people learn nothing else about the Gospel from me other than that I'm doing my best to love God and my fellow man, I'd say they've learned what's most important. The rest is gravy.

Austin answered…

The way I choose to share the Gospel with my friends is to always be the best example and person I can possibly be. I have a lot of non member friends in my life but they all know that I'm LDS and they know what my standards are as well. They might want to go out at night and do things that they probably shouldn't, but if I'm with them then they know that I wont come along so they do their best to make sure I can always be with them. This is the best way I can show the Gospel in my life. By sticking to my beliefs and living up to the standards that I keep and through me my friends start to see that I don't have that many problems in my life or that I get along better with everyone around me. I always try my best to be the example of what a young person should be like and I believe that it truly does help.

Tiffany answered…

I share the Gospel with my friends through my example, by keeping my standards, and making sure they know who I am and my standards will not be lowered for any reason. I share the Gospel because it has brought such great joy beyond belief to my life,I want all those I care for to experience the wonderful peace the Only True Gospel can bring if you let it, and Trust in the Lord.

Carlie answered…

I share the gospel with my friends because I feel so attached to the Mormon church that if they don't know what I believe they don't really know me. I am happy, loyal and clean because of the principles I've learned in the church.

Chip answered…

I love the Lord. In him my soul delights.
Upon his word, I ponder day and night.
He's heard my cry, brought visions to my sleep,
And kept me safe o'er deserts and the deep.
He's filled my heart with his consuming love,
And borne me high on wings of his great dove.

Yet oft I groan,"O wretched man am I!"
My flesh is weak and I'm encompassed by
A world of sin, which holds me in its thrall,
If I give in and to temptations fall.
Then strength grows slack, I waste in sorrow's vale.
My peace destroyed, my enemies prevail.

Awake, my soul! No longer droop in sin.
Rejoice, my heart! And let me praise again
The Lord my God, who is my rock and stay
To keep me strict upon his straight, plain way.
O let me shake at the first sight of sin
And thus escape my foes without and in.

Written by John S. Tanner

Based on 2 Nephi:4 in the Book of Mormon
http://scriptures.lds.org/en/2_ne/4

Lila Memea Shipman answered…

How I share the gospel with my friends.
1st Be their real friend & be a good example
2nd Have a good attitude.
3rd I invite them over at my house for dinner, movie
or go for a family trip.
4th I invite them for all our church activities then later you can invite
them to church when they are ready to participate.
5th Make them feel welcome at your house.

Cameron answered…

Why Do I !? Because unfortunately not every one of God's children are blessed to have the knowledge, and resources that we have to offer to the whole world! I'm talking about the Fullness of the Everlasting Gospel!! Plus everybody can benefit from it. No matter who you are, no matter where you might be, everybody needs to hear about this great miracle!! This miracle ultimately brings us Royal Bliss, and Serenity! Who doesn't want that feeling of love, joy, and happiness? I love seeing the light in people's eyes glow, or seeing a brand new smile on their face when they see, hear, or come to know the blessings that come from the gospel! Everybody is entitled to happiness!

Mike answered…

Everyone knows that I am a member of the Church. I take opportunities in our discussions to bring up the Church. When I travel, I have frequently been able to discuss the Church with those whom sit beside me on the plane flight.

Jim answered…

I consider the Gospel a great gift and as such, I have a real desire to share it. In conversations or emailings, when an opportunity arises to say something pertaining to Christ's teachings, I do. It would be selfish to keep a great gift from others and the joy of seeing another's life be fulfilled is wonderful.

Edward answered…

By living my life the best I can and being there to answer any questions I can. Facebook helps too.

Daniel Bentley answered…

We want everyone to be as happy as us. Why i share the gospel with my friends is because i want to be able to be eternal friends. The gospel is happiness and anyone and everyone needs it!!!

pilar turbides answered…

Cuando comparto el Evangelio con mis amigos , lo hago de diferente formas, aveces, con una oracion, o invitandoles a orar cuando tienen pruebas muy fuertes, o le regalo un libro de Mormon, o uno de los pampletos que habla sobre la igela, tambien los invitos a que vengan a las reuniones de la iglesia los domingos, o en cualquier otra actividad que se efectue en la iglesia.

Brady answered…

This can be either a scary or a fun thing for everyone to try and do. I have many friends who aren't of my same belief but I have always tried to let them know through my example and answering their questions what I believe in. I share my faith with my friends because I know it is true and I know that God will bless me for giving others the opportunity to accept or deny what I have to tell them. I share the gospel because I think everyone should be willing enough to give to their friends and family things they hold close and cherish.

Dave answered…

While serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Peru, I shared the gospel with people I did not know. I knew that the gospel of Jesus Christ would bless their lives, but I did it more because of the love I have towards God. As I develop friendships with people I truly care about, this desire to share the gospel greatly increases because not only do I love God, but I also love these friends. If I love someone, why wouldn't I want them to enjoy the great blessing that come from living the gospel of Jesus Christ.

One way I share the gospel is that as I speak with people about the Book of Mormon, and sometimes they accept a copy, I also ask if I can add them to my once a week Book of Mormon scripture emailing. Each Monday morning, I pick a Book of Mormon scripture that has meaning to me and I email it to the group. I do this because I know the Book of Mormon is true and I know the blessings that come from reading it.

Jessica answered…

Before you can really share the gospel you are already doing the most important thing - teaching by example. I do my best to live my beliefs and be a good person. I do this for my salvation, my family, the positive consequences, but also for the church's good name. I know that people can't help but notice how I live my life and that will reflect heavily on the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Everyday I can show people that mormons are good people, we believe in the atonement of Jesus Christ, and we don't have horns. Ask my hairdresser!

Jessica answered…

Living the gospel has brought me more happiness and peace than I could have ever asked for. That does not mean I have no challenges in life. I wish:) But, I have the tools to deal with those challenges. I know that someone loves me for who I am . I don't have to pretend to be anyone else. This is why I share the gospel with others. I hope that all could feel this way.
Recently, two neighbors had horrible things happen in their families and I was able to show my Savior's love for them by taking their garbage out, sending dinner, watching children, visiting with them, sending notes or texts of encouragement, and giving hugs. Sometimes that's all it takes for someone to realize they really are loved and worth more than rubies.

Jongile answered…

to help them know about the fullness of the Gospel

Matt answered…

I share it because the gospel makes me happy and I wouldn't want my friends keeping something from me that could make me even happier.

Robert answered…

To share the gospel to me is to share my personal beliefs and way of life to share me as it were. I don't have many oppotunities to do missionary work since I am disabled and don't get around much. But I never pass up an opportunitiy to increase someones testimony through gospel instruction and thereby increase my own faith in the bargin

Dakotah answered…

God Loves us. The more I live the Gospel the more I understand that I am a Child of him and that everybody I see he loves and they are precious to him. He has sent me here this day and age with my family to help me find hope in his son Jesus Christ and to be an example of Gospel living. I am sure that he has worked through his prophets to help his people as we read in the scriptures of his dealings with his Children who have lived here and who will yet live. The savior set up the Church When he ministered to his people and gave them his gospel and prepared them to recieve and the ability to live it in full. Faith in Jesus Christ leads us to find ways to show our love for him. We would not want to do contrary to his will and if we did we would want to do all we could to be clean from sin. we have that opportunity to Repent. If we repent of our sins and confess and do all we can to keep the spirit in our lives we can work towards Baptism. Baptism being our first covenant to take upon ourselves The name of Jesus Christ and to Serve him. By doing this we can recieve the Gift of the Holy Ghost. Our sins are washed at Baptism and we can be sanctified and continually cleansed as we do all we can to live the lives that Our Father in Heaven and His son would like us to. They never throw anything at us to learn or grow saying, why cant you be like us, I know and testify they comfort us and lead us so gently to build us and strenghten us unto them.

Sarina answered…

All of my friend know that i am a member of the church. Often i will talk about things that happen at church or things i'm involved in or i will even share spiritual experiences i have had with them. Some of my friends are members of the church aswell but for the ones who aren't i share with them some of the teachings, i will invite them to come along to activities we have or church on sunday. I share this with them because i know its true and i am unbelievably happy because of it and i want them to know what i know and feel what i feel for themselves.

Kiya answered…

Imagine having the cure to cancer- you wouldn't keep it to yourself! The Gospel is my spiritual cure to overcome hard things, and I want to share it with everyone! I do that by inviting my friends to come to church activities with me and by setting an example in the way I live what I believe.

Elise answered…

 If you found out about a great deal at the store, you might call to tell your friends so they could benefit from it as well. If there was a danger you became aware of, you also might let them know. When you love someone you want to share good things with them and help them. The gospel of Jesus Christ is that great deal, the good news, the voice of warning in my life. I want others to know the peace and joy I receive from it, as well as have the benefit of the instructions and warnings God gives us to guide us through this life.

Kim! answered…

Although I regret that I did not open my mouth more in high school to share the things that I believed, apparently, just the fact that people knew I was a Mormon and then proceeded to avoid a lot of negative influences and activities without a lot of fanfare still had an effect without my knowledge. As we passed around our yearbooks to sign at the end of my senior year, a girl I had shared many of my classes with took my yearbook to sign it. I can't say that I really knew her personally. We didn't spend time together outside of those particular classes. So I was surprised when she wrote...and wrote...and WROTE! I was expecting something along the lines of "Nice to know ya, have a nice life!" When she handed back my yearbook, I nearly fell off my chair! She stated that she had been watching me for the whole four years of high school, knowing that I was a Mormon. She said that she was impressed with how I always stood up for my beliefs (I suppose she meant in class discussions and such), and that I had personally destroyed many of her misconceptions about Mormons and organized religion on general. I was dumbfounded! Little mousey-me had managed to make a difference, just by being...well...different! It was a revelation to me to know that those who do not share my faith still expect me to represent what I claim to believe, even if I don't make it a big deal. Nowadays, I'm more open and relaxed about the whole thing. I still don't make it a big deal, but I try to think more about what I radiate to those around me and not let the fact that I may be different intimidate me. It's a little different in Utah where I associate with many more of those who share my faith, but even among those associations, there are those who struggle and who still watch me to see if I will be all that I claim to be. If I'm going to talk the talk, I had better be willing to walk the walk!

Jonathan answered…

we share the gospel with friends because we want them to experience the blessings we have had in our lives. It may be nerve racking to share the gospel with your friends, but the lord promises to put the words in your mouth of what to say. The lord will make it possible for you to share the gospel with your friends. Also, we don not force our religion on you, we just help build your faith stronger in Jesus Christ and to pray to know what we are teaching you is true.

Cody answered…

This is a simple answer. Would you want your friend to have anything less then the best?

Rick answered…

I try to live my life according to the gospel principles in a way that others can see what the church does for me.

Joyce answered…

My faith in Jesus Christ and my experience as a member of His church has been the primary source of healing, hope, perspective and peace in my life. I'd love for everyone to experience that, especially anyone who has perhaps tried different religions and been dissatisfied and decided that maybe God isn't listening. Many people are not interested in discussing religion, but -- if sincere -- a loving attitude and helpful demeanor are almost always welcomed. If I can treat another person as the Savior would have treated him or her, then I have truly shared the Gospel. I think gospel discussions with friends have become more frequent since I made my first priority to share the fruits of the gospel. 

Nick answered…

I want my friends to have the same happiness that I enjoy by living the gospel. I share with them as much as I can by telling them about spiritual experiences I have. They often have questions about how we as a church feel about important topics that we are all dealing with these days. I am always willing to share with them if they are willing to listen.

Alex Vassar answered…

I mention it constantly and I give them bookmarks and things that mention the "Mormon.org" website.

Tietao answered…

When the missionaries first came, I didn't have a knowledge of their gospel, but I had a knowledge about my Savior.
When I took the discussions, I wondered if this is the message which I had been looking for.
I was looking forward for the next appointments with the sister missionaries.
The more I took discussions, the more my understanding about the Savior and Heavenly Father increased and became more clear than before.

God loves us and want us to come back and live with him brings joy to me.

It opens the way for me to go out and share it to everyone.
I never thought I could do it, but because of what I learned, I know how important they are in a way that I never thought of it before. This understanding about the gospel and the love of God, I want my friends to know about it too.
I was in high school and I started to share what I learned with them, so that they will know about it as well.

Two of my friends got baptized later on. Being able to share the gospel with them allowed my friends to understand the joy that the gospel brings, and understand why I made changes in my life when I was baptized.

Lizzie Sandstrom answered…

I've shared the gospel with my friends just by texting. I was watching a church show and I told my friend all about the prophet and what the Mormons believe in.

Jeremiah answered…

A lot of my friends have questions about the church, and I think that many of them respect the way I live my life. As a result, I'm often approached and engaged in gospel conversations.

I love answering my friends' questions because many of them are searching for something. They have uncertainties in their lives and they're trying to sort through them.

The best part is that the friends of mine that come to me with questions are people I hold in very high regard, so the conversations are always stimulating, respectful, and refreshing.

I love sharing the things that have brought me joy with the people I care about.

Larry Lynch answered…

Each opportunity I have I will make statements that would be appropoe to the situations. I have asked a few if they would like a Book of Mormon. I have passed many out.

Shelby answered…

I share my testimony on my social network, and at school, i answer any questions they have for me, which is awesome. I live by my standards and LOVE them. I just don't know what I would do without the gospel in my life.

Dmitriy answered…

I bear testimony that I was reading the Book of Mormon

Stephen answered…

I share the Gospel with my friends through my example by living and doing what the Lord has asked us to do. By sharing talks from modern day Prophets and Apostles or passages of scriptures, by inviting them to church activities or sacrament meeting. I share it with them because I love them and I know the happiness the Gospel brings!!! I share because I want to be able to have all my friends with me when I return to the Father and the Lord.

Sean answered…

By trying to live according to its teachings in my life and not judging others if they choose not to.

Melody :) answered…

I love listening to people to talk and tell me about themselves then, of course, I tell them about myself and my religion. I find people are more willing to listen once you get to know them and more open minded to learn.

Jessica answered…

Why do I share the gospel with my friends? Well, to be honest, nothing in my life has made me happier than the gospel. Not only has it brought hope and direction to my life, but because of it my life has meaning. The joy that comes from the true gospel of Jesus Christ is something that I can't help but share. I want others to have the opportunity to experience the same happiness that comes from the gospel!

Earl answered…

The gospel has been a great positive influence in my life. It has brought and continues to bring me many blessing and has provided me with a purpose for my life. I want my friends and family to know my beliefs and know the happiness that having the gospel in my life has brought me. I want them to be as happy as i am.

Connie answered…

I don't usually bring up religion to my friends and acquaintances, because above all, I just want them to see that I love them, that I'm not trying to just convert them.

However, I've found that even if I never bring up religion, it tends to come up! I think it's because we all ask ourselves those basic questions of who are we, why are we here, where are we going, and we all want to be happy. People tend to notice that we are different, that we are living our lives differently, and I think they get curious to see if the way we choose to live makes us happy and why. So when friends have questions, I'm happy to answer them.

Emily answered…

Since I wasn't raised in the Church, I sometimes feel a little awkward sharing my religious beliefs with my friends and those around me. It just isn't something I grew up doing. However, I do try to live the gospel the best I can and be a good example to the people around me. I think Matthew 5:16 illustrates this idea pretty well, and it is pretty much the scripture I live by: "Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven."

Chris answered…

By being a good example to them and by making it easy for them to keep their standards.

Jessica answered…

sharing the gospel with friends usually happens by just doing the things we do. They see a consistancy, church every Sunday, activities we do, certain things we don't do. These things will bring up questions and conversations and I love when people ask. I wish more people would! We just want to share what makes us happy.

Chelsea answered…

I try to live the gospel through my example and kindness to all others regardless of their faith.
I find that keeping an open mind regarding learning about other religions is key to mutual understanding and friendship. Having a firm testimony and conviction in the Church is vital to me. It assists me to be truly kind and accepting of all Children of God, no matter what they believe.

Carrie answered…

Why I talk about the gospel with friends--why I'm writing this--has nothing to do with fulfilling some quota or adding another notch to my belt. I want my friends to know about the gospel, because I want them to know how happy it makes me. I don't always know what they believe or how their beliefs differ from mine, but I can promise them that this gospel makes me happier than anything else in the world could. I don't have dark moments where I wonder if there really is a God or if He loves me. I know, without a doubt, that God does know me personally. He listens to my prayers, and He loves me. I want my friends to know that too. I want my friends to know that their marriages don't have to end "at death do we part," but that they live together forever. I want to share the gospel with my friends, because I want them to know how much I love them.

Mike Starkey answered…

Why do you want to share the gospel with your friends? Is a more accurate question in my case. I want to share the gospel with my friend because I know it's true and will bring them greater peace and happiness then they've ever known. I want to share, but rarely do because I fear what you may think of me if I do. Worse, I fear you may reject something I hold so dear it feels like you're actually rejecting me. Then how do you overcome such a rejection and get back to being friends? This is how I feel--I served a mission and it was much easier sharing the gospel with total strangers.

So if you have a friend that's a Mormon and they've never tried to share the gospel message with you...well they probably feel similar to what I described above. They are probably bursting at the seams to share it with you. So help them out and tell them your interested in learning more.

Courtney answered…

Lots of people don't understand our religion. It's confusing when you haven't learned the gospel and lived it so it's easy for people to say crazy things about us when they're confused. I have a teacher who heard that Mormons got married in special underwear and don't allow people to go to our weddings unless they have this special underwear. This special underwear is actually our garments. We receive these garments when we receive our endowments, usually when we go through the temple to get married. These garments are a reminder of promises we made with our Heavenly Father when receiving our endowments and help us to live these promises. It takes simple moments like these to share the gospel in order to relieve people of some of the confusion about our church. All it takes to share the gospel is for a friend to have a question about our religion that opens up a gateway for them to learn about it and it leads to more questions that they will have.

Joe Buck answered…

I know that there are many people who are searching and striving for something more in their lives, and they need light in the darkness. If I can do what I can to serve, to make people happy, and to help them realize that there is truth, that there are morals and standards that many people believe in and practice, they will be drawn to it. It is like bringing harmony to disorder, and the people who are looking will see it.

Bronson Lloyd answered…

I think the best way for me to share the gospel is to live it. I am blessed to live in a place where I am surrounded by people who are members of the Mormon faith, but each of us, even as members needs help and encouragment from time to time. By striving to help and lift others, and help them feel the love of our Father in Heaven by being their true friend, I am lifted and blessed to. Whenever I meet someone who is not a member of our faith, I strive to do as the Savior would and be their real friend, whether they join the church or not, they are a child of God, whom He loves, and I can do my very best to love them like that too.

Stephen answered…

 Truthfully, I'm not completely sure because I never really did much of it before serving a mission, and have not yet returned home to try it out. But I do know as long as we have a testimony of the restored gospel, we need to open our mouths and share it with people. I desire to share the gospel because it has brought me happiness, and I know it can bring others happiness as well. True and lasting happiness. All of my friends know that I'm Mormon, and therefore I should take the opportunity to talk about what that really means. I share the gospel by first gaining a relationship with someone. As they know that I truly care about them, I will invite them to learn about the gospel of Jesus Christ, and specifically the truths I treasure as a member of His church. If I don't speak with them about the Church, I'm not doing my duty as my friend to them. If people know that we care about them, they won't be offended by our attempts to help them come closer to Jesus Christ. Member missionary work is so important and can be done in many different ways besides speaking with our non-member friends. We can help the full-time missionaries in their efforts, give people rides to church, provide fellowship to new and less-active members, and many other ways. I know that sharing the gospel doesn't just bless others, but it helps my testimony become stronger as I act on it daily. 

Bruce answered…

I really enjoy inviting friends to activities that our local church members do. On Saturdays we play basketball and soccer. I really like knowing that all of the church members are Christian and care about me, and I know that when I bring my friends to activities, they can feel that love and support as well.

Kristi answered…

I try to be a good example to everyone that I come into contact with. I feel like my actions are a reflection on me and how I am living my religion.

Tyler answered…

I share the Gospel with my friends just like a normal conversation. It's something I live and do just like i play basketball I live it i do it and it helps shape my life in what i wanna do, what i want to become, and what plans i have for the future. It's like any other conversation the key is not be nervous and to have confidence it's not hard in fact it's really easy. As long as your living those teachings that we are taught then people will notice that your different they will notice that you are striving to do what's right and they will ask questions about it because they will see your happiness and want a part of it.

Robert H Ram answered…

The reason why I share the gospel wih my friends is because i love them and i know how much this gospel can bless their lives as much as i have seen the blessings in my life and i want them to be able to enjoy those blessings of the gospel which i have experienced so they can live a enjoyable, blessed and peaceful life just like King Benjamin said in his final address to his people " ...consider the blessed and happy state of those who keep the commandments..." Mosiah 2:41
The way i share the gospel with my friends is by telling them that the Church of Jesus christ is once again restored to this Earth and so is the Priesthood to perform necessary saving ordinances.

Carter Allen answered…

I share the Gospel because I have been greatly blessed by the knowledge that God has called another prophet to lead and guide us. I have been blessed by the Priesthood that was restored through God's prophet. I want every person to have the opportunity to experience those same blessings individually and in their families. The gospel has blessed me so much in my life, and I know that it can bless any person who seeks it.

Kristie answered…

By visiting and being and grand influence to those around me.

Tressa answered…

how i share the gospel with many people not just friends is i show how proud i am to be mormon ill wear necklaces that have scriptures or ctr (choose the right) or ette (endure to the end) or a torch with a young womens face or the temple and a ctr ring and a lot of the time that gets a conversation going with anyone about the church. why i share the gospel with people is because there has been so many blessings that have come out of serving the lord that i love to help people feel the way i feel when your at your lowest point and still feel gods love and him being there and knowing that if you trust in him everything will be ok.

Peter Fife answered…

When I was a missionary in Italy, many Italians would ask me why I traveled half way around the world spending my own money to talk to them about what I believed. I told them I am not here to convince you of a single thing that I believe to be true, but I am here to share with you that which has enriched my life and made me a hapier person. I am here to share with you what I believe, and then it is up to you to find out for yourself, to ask God in prayer just like I did if what I was sharing was true or not. I told them that if they were sincere and truly wanted to know they would find out for themself that what I was sharing was the truth, and that the more we seek for truth the more free we become in this life, the hapier we become and the greater our confidence is in our abilities. My life is so much richier since I came to know for myself that God lives and I am His son, that His Son Jesus Christ is the Son of God, my personal Savior and that They know me personally by name and care, that God speaks today to living prophets, and that he spoke to prophets in the American continent at the same time as he did to prophets in Jerusalam. My question to those invesigating the church is this. If God is the same yesterday today and forever then why would we not have prophets today like they did in days of old, has revelation stopped because Christ came? If so then what is most of the New testiment? If they recieved revelation after Christ came then why not today? Where are apostles? I believe that by asking questions the truth is found. Dare to ask the hard questions and don't be afraid of the answers I have asked them, and I know I have found the Church of Christ re-established on the earth today.

Sabrina answered…

I do my best to share the gospel with my friends because I care about them and I want them to be happy. I talk about how my life is centered around my church and my religious beliefs. I frequently invite them to church activities such as mutual (youth group), dances, and other activities. I hope to have one of my friends come with me to church on Sunday someday. I do my best to answer any of the questions they may have about the gospel when they are intersted.

Brittany answered…

Even though I was a missionary and went door to door to my preferred way of sharing the gospel is to live what I know to be true and when asked about why I live the way I do my response is just to come and see. Come and see what makes my family happy. Come and see how we worship. Come and see what you feel when you visit our churches. Decide for yourself like I had to do.

Samuel answered…

Sharing my faith with family, friends and all others comes from my desire to give them all an opportunity to check out what I believe so they too may receive the blessings from being a member of the Church. My personal blessings from attending and serving in the Mormon Church are so many that I will only write a few down. Everything that makes my life worth anything is due to the service of the Church. I have always wanted to help others and the community and the Church has so many great programs to help out in many various situations and to me that makes life have a great value. I know that by living the standards of the Church not only does my family receive the blessings of Heaven on Earth, however most importantly is that my family can be together forever in the life after. I will do everything I can in my lifetime to give all others the chance to take what they already believe in and come and see what the Mormon Church can offer to aid them in their quest to grow closer to their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Sherie answered…

The gospel is important to me. Its principles have strengthened and helped me through all of the trials I have faced. Knowing that I have a Heavenly Father that loves me, and a Savior who loves me and atoned for my sins makes such a difference to me that I want all of my friends to be able to have that same source of strength. I have found that some people cannot understand that they have a loving Heavenly Father unless they have someone that shows them that they are loveable. When I take the time to get to know someone and to love them, then opportunities come up where I can share my testimony and beliefs. They are willing to listen because they know that I really care about them. They know I will love them whether they believe the same things I do or not.

Anthony answered…

The Church of Jesus Christ is an important part of my life. and my friends and associates know it. By being true to my faith, those around me have seen my conduct and the role my faith and values play in decision making.

As a convert, I came to learn about the Church and was brought to a point where every Gospel question I could think of was answered by friends, full-time missionaries, the Scriptures or through answers to my prayers. I know that I would not have grown spiritually, had I not humbled myself enough to just open my mouth and ask questions. Consequently, I openly and frequently tell others, "if you've got a question about the Mormons, don't ever hesitate to ask. If I don't know the answer, we'll find someone who does." By doing this, I field a handful of questions every week from friends, family and other people I interact with regularly. I feel like keeping this open line of communication is important to everyone's journey in finding the answers they need.

Just as the Apostle Matthew recounted, "Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you" [Matthew 7:7], if we ask the questions, we can rest assured we will indeed receive answers. Among the many blessings Heavenly Father has intended for us are knowledge, information and responses to our thoughts. As a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I know that if I make myself available to others to ask questions, that I can help direct others toward the answers the Lord has prepared for them.

Nicole answered…

There are numerous ways to share the gospel but the ultimate way, in my opinion, is to lead by example. When I joined the church I told my mother, who was strongly against my decision, that I could tell her until I was blue in the face why I was joining the church but in order for her to fully understand she would have to see from my example and my life. People reject change, they reject things they do not know and until they see with their own eyes the fruits of the gospel, they will continue to have doubt. I had a man at work ask me just the other day, "How do you stay happy all the time, do you take pills?" Mind you, I had just found out I needed to repair my car and it would cost $1,300.00 so happy was far from my mind. I told him that it was the Book of Mormon that kept me happy, which led him to ask me more about the Church. When you lead by example, people will ask questions.

Matt answered…

We share it because we love it and we love them! When you find a restaurant that has good prices and great desserts, it would seem strange to hide the fact from your friends. On the contrary, we share our discovery with them and enjoy the ice cream together. So it is with the gospel. I have found something GREAT and I want others to know about it.

I think that the biggest way that we can share the gospel is by the way we live our lives. People are always watching and we must be careful what messages we are sending. If we say one thing and do another we can send a huge mixed message. On the other hand, when people see the things that we are doing, the changes in our lives, it blesses and uplifts them, too.

Susie answered…

Mostly by example. I let people know I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ (Mormon). I feel people will not be offended by you sharing, but by you not respecting their wishes.

I share because the Gospel of Jesus Christ has been the greatest blessing in my life and I would love my family and friends and yes even strangers to have the same blessings. We have a unique message, "The Church of Jesus Christ has been restored on earth just as it was when Jesus Christ established it." Now that is a powerful and bold statement, however, if it is true shouldn't we all know for ourselves? In fact, I think it is the responsibliity of each of us to find out for ourselves before we leave this life. If it is not true then it is just another day, if it is, which I testify it is, then it is the greatest message delivered since Jesus Christ himself.

In the church someone who wants to know more about the church is called an investigator, and that is just what you do investigate for yourself to know it is true, but your knowledge that it is true does not come from another person, but from Heavenly Father. We each have the free agency to do what we want, I hope you choise to find out for yourself and your family and receive all the blessings I have.

Nathan R. answered…

Usually it is not very hard to share the gospel because they usually ask the first question. When they ask I try to teach as much as they will listen.

Susan answered…

Truly, if everyone on earth had the chance to hear about what Jesus did for each one of us, the world would be a different place to live. With an increased awareness of what God's will is, we would each make different choices.

When someone first hears about the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the amazing marvelous things He has done for us, they have to think about it awhile. It is too huge to comprehend at first.

Once they start to "get it", then they start making choices that brings their life more in harmony with the will of God. These choices enable them to feel more joy and have a happier life.

If I found a most exquisite butterfly, for instance, would I not want to show everyone everywhere the amazing beauty so they could feel the joy that I do?

Nathan answered…

We can share the gospel with all of our friends by just simply opening our mouths and talking about the church with them. There is no reason to be embarrassed about doing so. You will find that more times than not, your friends actually are curious to learn about the church and your beliefs.

Tyler answered…

I share the gospel with my friends to give them the happiness that I have enjoyed throughout my entire life. To bring them closer to my savior Jesus Christ, and to return again with our Father in Heaven.

Lisa answered…

My husband and I just had a good friend of many years join the church. It is wonderful to see the peace and happiness he has found through his baptism and membership in the church. He is so excited about the possibility of some day being reunited with his wife, who has passed away, and is striving to teach, and be a good example for, the rest of his family. I wish all who are struggling with the questions of life could understand our Savior's love for them and the blessings he offers each of us.

Scott Carter answered…

The best way to share the gospel is "to be thou an example of the believers"!

Michael answered…

I share the gospel with my friends by first being a good person to make friends! You can't teach the gospel to a person that isn't your friend. Then by simple invitations we can bring them closer to Christ. So how do we do it? One step at a time.

Christy answered…

I share the gospel with my friends because I feel in my heart that if they come to the understanding that Heavenly Father wants so much to get all of His children back to Him, He wants us all to be happy in this life and the next. I think that if I share the good news with people then maybe they will at least investigate and see for themselves. That is what I did and I have been so blessed because of it.

Krista Struthers answered…

By knowing the gospel principles, and my personal experiences I can better share meaningful messages with others. It becomes easier to relate with others when my belief in the gospel is true and has heartfelt purpose.

Robert and I'm a Mormon. answered…

I like to share the gospel with others when I have an opportunity to do so because I have seen how much this has blessed my life and helped me to be happy and it would be selfish if I didn't take that opportunity to allow others that same thing.

There is no particular way that I share the gospel with others but the most common methods I use are being a good example to those around me and answering question that people may ask about the church.

Another method I have is what I post on Facebook. I have photo albums posted that are dedicated to my mission, temples, church historical sites and every once in a while I also post quotes that have been given by modern day prophets.

Megan! answered…

I love to share the gospel with my friends (all two of them! just kidding..)! For one thing, I want them to be able to have the happiness the gospel has brought into my life. Knowing that Heavenly Father loves me is just super, and I want them to know it as well. I want to be able to share with them all the blessings that have come into my life from being a member of the Church.

What I do, first is being an example. That's probably one of the most important things to do. Also, I like sharing the Book of Mormon with them, because it really is a super life-changing book. I also try to help them out as much as they need it. This also goes with being an example. Another thing I like to do (as mentioned above) is to make little programs so that they become more acquainted with the scriptures and such. Also, I try to invite them to lots of stuff! Mutual, firesides, having the missionaries over for dinner, church in general. One day, I hope, they'll be able to come and enjoy the fullness of the gospel and all the joy it brings into my life!

Allen answered…

I share the gospel with my friends--in and out of the Church--by learning and teaching. When asked, I provide information that may help others.

Emily answered…

The best way to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with your friends is through your example. Furthermore, as your friends learn more about you and your beliefs it presents neat opportunities to share basic truths and principles with them. These small discussions may lead to more in depth conversations about the church and our beliefs, or it may be the little bit of information they wanted to satisfy their curiosity. It doesn't matter either way. The important thing is that you are approachable and pleased to share what you believe when they do ask.

Jerri. answered…

so i have this amazing friend named cecily, and we went to school together, we are pretty close and cecily was not a member of the church, but she had several friends that were, including myself. i would find myself always talking about church stuff with cecily and then she got encouraged by some of our other friends to take the missionary discussions. i went with her to every discussion, bore my testimony several times to her and finally she made the decision that she wanted to be baptized, and i'm not trying to say that i helped cecily convert, but i am saying that i loved the church and i wanted someone that i loved to know about it. and now, cecily loves it too! if you have something good, why not share it?!