Books are one of the most wonderful creations in the world. I am sure that everyone has one book that they dearly and absolutely love. In every human being's life, there will always come a book that will teach them to be better, bring to places they've never been, and give them life's lessons in a fashion none else can give.
I, too, have a particular book that is immensely important to me and has helped me weather the tide of life's changing morals, rampant temptations, and skewed ideologies. I, too, have a book that has inspired me to become a better person. This book, though often questioned and criticized by many, has drawn me closer to Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.
This book, ladies and gentlemen, is the Book of Mormon.
A conversation once happened between me and a friend in which I encouraged him to try reading the Book of Mormon. It broke my heart when he answered "Why would I read something that could lead to the damnation of my soul?" If only other people would only take time to truly read the message written on its precious pages, I'm sure they will change their mind about the book. It's tremendously far from something that could "damn your soul".
I will give you a preview of what you can someday read if you avail of a copy of it.
Are you fascinated with stories about wars? Are you interested to know and discover new battle tactics? Captain Moroni and his soldiers will tell you how intelligently they won a battle through their well-planned tactics and complete faith to the Lord.
Maybe you are more into guide books where you'll find gold nuggets of information on how to become a better man or woman. In the Book of Mormon, you will find advice such as these:
"Behold the Lord esteemeth all flesh in one; he that is righteous is favored of God" (1 Nephi 17:30)
"Therefore, I would that ye should be perfect even as I, or your Father who is in heaven is perfect" (3 Nephi 12:48)
or maybe, some financial advice?
"Wherefore, do not spend money for that which is of no worth, nor your labor for that which cannot satisfy" (2 Nephi 9:51)
or maybe you're searching for tips on how to be Mr. Right?
"And they were all young men, and they were exceedingly valiant for courage, and also for strength and activity; but behold this was not all-- they were men who were true at all times in whatsoever thing they were entrusted." (Alma 53:21)
"Yea, verily, verily I say unto you, if all men had been, and were, and ever would be, like unto Moroni, behold, the very powers of hell would have been shaken forever; yea, the devil would never have power over the hearts of the children of men." (Alma 48:17)
and lastly, maybe you want to establish a relationship with God and discover how loving and merciful He is? This is one of my favorite passage from the book that attests His love for us
"O, all ye that are spared because ye were more righteous than they, will ye not now return unto me, and repent of your sins, and be converted, that I may heal you?
Yea, verily I say unto you, if ye will come unto me, ye shall have eternal life. Behold, mine arm of mercy is extended towards you, and whosoever will come, him will I receive; and blessed are those who come unto me.." (3 Nephi 9:13-14)
Isn't it wonderful to know Someone loves us THAT much? :)
There are so many other beautiful lessons in the Book of Mormon that can help you understand better about love, family, change, courage, and faith.
People would often ask me how I stay optimistic despite the pressure of life, and sometimes, I don't even know myself why I am happy amidst hardship. However, I would then recall the times that I am about to give up on so many things and I just read the Book of Mormon and I will then be comforted. This book, truly, is written by the hands of men inspired of God.
I love this book so much. It has helped me to become the girl (or woman) that I am now. I want you to experience that same joy and happiness I felt. Because of this, I am giving away FREE copies of the Book of Mormon! Yep, you got that right. FREE! As in libre! :). Here are the mechanics:
Do not hesitate to ask a copy for I am more than happy to give you one. :). The world's entertainment is tiring and overwhelming, I hope that the book I'm going to give you will quench your thirst for an inspiring and peace-giving book.
This book is true. It's not just a collection of fictional stories. It is of God. :) I hope it will influence your life as much as it did (and still does) to mine. :)
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