In a few hours I will be set apart as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day saints. I just wanted everyone to know how grateful I am for all of you and all the love and guidance you have shown me throughout my life. I would also like to share with you my testimony of the truthfulness of Jesus Christ and I hope that all of you will do as Joseph Smith did upon reading James 1: 5-6, "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives to all men generously and without reproaching, and it will be given him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea that is driven and tossed by the wind."
I would like to share my testimony that I stand as a witness of the truthfulness of the gospel of Jesus Christ as his only true church on the earth; based upon a foundation built up by many different things. Through church meetings, seminary, personal scripture study and prayer I have come to develop a personal relationship with our Father in Heaven, along with his son, our brother and redeemer, Jesus Christ, and also in the Holy Ghost. I know that because of the earth’s ill prepared state at the time of Christ’s ministry there was a great apostasy in which the full truthfulness of thy gospel was lost. I also have a testimony that this truthfulness was later restored through the faith of a 14 year old boy who had enough faith to heed to the teachings of the Lord given in James 1:5 and asked of God, “which is the true church,” with a true and sincere heart. I also know that he received an answer to his prayer in which he was told that no full truthfulness remained, but through him, God would return the true church to the earth again. I know that Joseph Smith translated the Book of Mormon through the power of God, making it possible for people worldwide to read of Christ’s visit to the Americas and of prophets not talked about in the Bible, granting us another witness of Jesus Christ for people to strengthen their own testimonies. I also know that through the power of God the keys of the priesthood were restored to the earth, allowing ordinances such as baptisms to once again take place. I know that through living “Christ’s Gospel” we can all return to our father in heaven again. I know that because of these truths which have been made manifest to me I will diligently serve the next two years as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
-Clayton Henderson Welch
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Clay,
You're going to be a great missionary and have a wonderful time. Remember to always follow the rules that are given to you, especially the rules set out by the mission president. By simply following those rules you will always be protected and have success in the mission. I'm sincerely jealous of what you are going to do and will be waiting to hear how successful you are, because let's face it - you're going to rock! Love ya bro.
WOW, You never cease to amaze me and your testimony is definitely inspiring. I know you will touch many people and I know that those whose lives are in the most trouble will be able to count on you for love and help. Thanks for all that you have done to be in such a wonderful place in your life. I <3 U tons.
Thank you so much for sharing your testimony with us. You are a truly remarkable young man and you continue to amaze me with all that you do. Thank you for being you and for making this committment to serve. I know you will be blessed because of it. I love you little brother!
You are such an amazing example to me and I am so proud to have you as my brother. Your testimony is going to touch so many lives and you are going to be such an incredible missionary. The next two years are going to be hard cuz we'll miss you, but i am so proud of you for doing what you know is right. Love you brother!
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