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The answer never came. Then, about 6 months later, I felt moved to pray again. After breaking off ties with the Church, I had moments when it still bothered me I still didn't know the truth, which I think might've prompted me to pray again. I did, and had the same spiritual experience that convinced me there was a God five years previously. It wasn't quite as powerful, but almost. And it was the spiritual witness I was looking for. The next day I showed up at Church after being absent for 6 months and asked the existing missionaries to arrange baptism. They were shocked, as I'd dropped off everyone's radar. But I went through with it. Now, the part I don't understand is how I could be so sincere, so willing, and so compliant with Mormoni 3:5 when the missionaries were teaching me, and yet receive no answer to my prayer until 6 or 8 months later I decided to pray again, almost on a whim? I can totally relate to this. I too prayed and never received an answer until months later. My thought is either I wasn't yet prepared to receive the answer or I was missing faith, sincerity, or real intent. Either way, the answers do come eventually!

Woooow, I just read this entire thread and my brain hurts! All I can say is how THANKFUL I am for the Holy Ghost. It is the means by which man may know all truth. Solafide, the reason you are having so much difficulty explaining the Trinity is because it is simply untrue and illogical. It was developed by philosophers, statesman and the like centuries after Christ's death. Keep in mind, LDS doctrine was not developed from philosophical or theological debates. Our doctrine is Christ's doctrine, it comes directly from Him. We don't need to prove every jot and tittle of our doctrine by the bible, although it is repleat with our doctrine. You make the mistake of thinking that the bible is the only way God speaks to his children. That is simply not true, it is only one of many methods God uses to teach us. The fact is, many truths of God's eternal plan have been saved for the Dispensation of the Fulness of Times. Every sceptic, instead of bible bashing, needs to take their concerns to God. I invite all who are unsure to read the Book of Mormon, pray sincerely about it and ask God if it is true. Once you know by the Spirit, you will know Joseph Smith was divinely called to restore ALL truths, even truths that have been hidden from the world.

CreoleCath, I hope you feel very welcome here. I too was once Catholic and joined the LDS Church about 12 years ago. My life has been amazingly happy and blessed ever since I made that decision. You can hear my story here if you'd like: Feel free to ask me any questions you'd like. Ryan

Teddy, nice to have you here. My first experience with God is what led me to join the LDS Church 12 years ago. I believe God to be perfect in every way. You can hear my story here if you are interested:

HiTower, welcome to the site. I am a convert to the Church and my life has been truly blessed by living the gospel. I joined the Church because of a powerful experience with the Book of Mormon. You can hear my story here:

Mahammad, welcome to the site. I am a convert to the LDS Church and was once curious like you. You can hear my story here if you'd like to hear what made me want to join: Feel free to ask any questions you'd like. Nothing is off the table for me, I welcome all questions. Ryan

Hi AngelDust, I too was once Catholic so can relate very much to you. I joined the LDS Church when I was 21 years old about 12 years ago. You can hear my story here: Feel free to ask me any questions you would like. I would be happy to help. Ryan

Steve, welcome. You mentioned you'd like to hear from people who have had many conversion and testimony building experiences. I am a convert from the Catholic church and I came into the LDS Church with a very powerful experience with the Book of Mormon. You can hear my story here: Ryan

Sulli, you are correct in your assessment that we don't believe in hell in the traditional sense of burning in eternal fire forever. Outer darkness is our closest belief to that, and the pain and torment of those who deserve that final dwelling place will never be revealed to man. Perhaps those assigned to the telestial or terrestrial kingdom will consider their shortcoming and "what might have been" and that will be a negative experience for them, but most people agree that all three kingdoms are places of great peace and joy so I think the general population needn't worry about burning for eternity like some Christian faiths would have you believe.

Tony, thanks for reaching out. I too am a convert to the Church. My life has been amazing ever since I joined the Church 12 years ago. I know the path is not always easy but keep fighting! If you'd like to hear why I decided to join the Church, you can hear my story here: I hope it can serve to strengthen your desire to return to the Church. Ryan

If any of you have conversion stories on YouTube, I would love to hear them. I am a convert from the Catholic Church about 12 years ago. I came into the LDS Church after a very powerful experience with the Book of Mormon. You can hear my story here:

You can share it with anyone you want! Even if it helps but one person in their search for truth, it will bring me great joy. Please do share it with members and non-members alike. My entire family is Catholic and I shared it with them and I know it had an impact. I for one love to hear stories from others because it always strengthens my faith.

Hello, this is my first post. I think this will be a fun way to hear from others and share one another's thoughts and testimonies of the restored gospel. I converted to the LDS Church about 12 years ago from the Catholic faith. You can hear my conversion story on YouTube here: All the best, Ryan