Brandon joins us to share how he met the missionaries, was given the Book of Mormon, and was determined to convert the LDS missionaries to the truth. But then something happened that changed Brandon's life forever...

Today on Latter-day Believers, we are joined by the incredible Arantza Condie! Arantza has been a friend of ours for many years and has such a special story. She met her husband, got married, had a baby, and started attending the church that her husband grew up attending. She felt a draw to continue learning about the Church of Jesus Christ and was eventually baptized. Don't miss this story!! 0:00 - Introduction 1:18 - Arantza’s background 2:00 - Religious background 3:00 - Meeting her husband, getting married, and having a baby 4:20 - Reprioritization of wants and needs 5:45 - Starting to go to Church 7:00 - Finding Jesus but falling back into bad habits 8:25 - Contacting missionaries 9:50 - Wanting to believe 11:30 - Anti-Mormon shows 12:25 - Finding pro-Mormon apologetics 14:45 - Holding on to your faith 16:30 - Reach out! 17:00 - Deciding to be baptized 19:40 - Feeling the power of the gift of the Holy Ghost 20:50 - Being baptized; being ‘tested’ 23:00 - Love of the temple 24:20 - Raising children in the gospel 26:16 - Saying yes to a calling 28:00 - Accepting invitations to share Jesus 29:50 - If you feel Heavenly Father calling out to you, go for it! 33:00 - Mixed faith marriage 35:40 - Advice for those wanting to be baptized FOLLOW ARANTZA! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arantza_condie/ FOLLOW LATTER-DAY BELIEVERS:

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Today Ashlee Jewlal joins us to share her incredibly conversion story! Ashlee was raised in a Christian home and started being more curious about different Christian religions. She researched a variety of religions including the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Ashlee decided to go on a volunteer trip to Peru. While there, she met Madeline, a recently returned Latter-day Saint missionary. Ashlee started going to Church and eventually, after a few roadblocks, was baptized. Her story is so beautiful! 0:00 - Introduction 0:50 - Background 1:35 - Growing up in a Christian home 2:20 - Researching many religions 2:50 - Watching Saints Unscripted 3:30 - Going to Peru for volunteer work and meeting Madeline 4:55 - Going to Church for the first time 6:20 - Meeting the missionaries for the first lesson 7:20 - Wanting to go to Church more often 7:50 - Thinking the Church is a cult 9:00 - Wanting to go back to Church 9:50 - Going to Church alone 10:40 - Meeting with missionaries again 11:30 - Reaching out to her friend who just joined the Church 12:40 - Getting baptized 13:40 - Mental health challenges 14:45 - Opposition in seeking baptism 15:45 - Parents being open to the Church 16:46 - The gospel is a part of your life 18:00 - Advice for others wanting to go to Church 19:20 - Not everything will go smoothly

Today Aundi shares her story about experiencing many faith crises and significant religious doubt. She talks about trying to feel the Holy Ghost, watching her dad leave the Church, and coping with mental health difficulties. Aundi's testimony is powerful and well-deserved. We love you, Aundi! Thanks for sharing your story!! 0:00 - Introduction 0:42 - Aundi’s background 1:29 - Difficulty with prayer but loving Church 2:30 - What do you do when you feel nothing 3:50 - Aundi’s dad leaves the Church 4:50 - Finding Saints Unscripted 5:40 - Receiving her patriarchal blessing 6:55 - Divorce and personal struggles 8:42 - Advice for youth when parent leaves the Church 10:35 - Depression 12:00 - Feeling the Spirit in Sacrament Meeting 13:20 - Looking for evidence of Jesus Christ; asking God to remove depression 15:00 - More evidence of God 15:45 - Going to FSY 17:05 - CS Lewis quote; God wants us to grow 19:02 - Am I feeling the Holy Ghost? 20:40 - Defending what is true 22:50 - Answer the primary questions 24:48 - Aundi’s poem 26:19 - Read the Book of Mormon

Tracey joined the military at a young age. She recalls a specific experience in which a prayer had been answered during a difficult military training experience. Her experiences with God weren’t all that common but at this time in her life, many things piqued her interest. She began learning about the Church of Jesus Christ from her military friends and began meeting with the missionaries. After joining the church, she noticed some differences between herself and the other women at church. But with time, friendships were formed and she felt at home. And that’s just the beginning! 0:00 - Introduction 0:45 - Fire at the church 1:50 - Talking about religion in the band 3:38 - Pondering the need to be saved 5:05 - The language program 6:15 - Joining the military as one of few women 7:33 - First experience with prayer being answered 9:05 - Overview of Tracey’s training 9:42 - Knowledge of Mormons 10:45 - Learning about the church 11:24 - Meeting the missionaries and being baptized 13:55 - Being mocked 15:44 - Lifestyle changes and noticing differences 17:20 - Making friendships 18:22 - Intense patriarchal blessing 19:40 - Mental health issues arise 21:00 - Story of spiritual eyes 25:37 - Recollection and deja vu 29:22 - Everything is worth it 31:19 - Mental health

Jayden was baptized in the Church of Jesus Christ but began to hate the religion after being bullied. In fact, he spoke openly against the Church for many years. It took joining Seminary to start discovering the Holy Ghost and the gospel truths. Jayden's story is inspiring! 0:00 - Introduction 0:38 - Growing up in the Church 1:05 - Being bullied and leaving the Church 2:38 - Starting Seminary 3:50 - Feeling the Spirit 4:51 - Work to change 5:54 - Repentance process 7:45 - Mental health journey 9:05 - Anxiety attack - hospital experience 12:08 - Supporting a friend 14:00 - Christ did everything for us 16:22 - Being friends with everyone 18:35 - Seeing past humanity 19:55 - Snapchat experience 21:45 - Never let a problem to be solved become more important than a person to be loved 24:50 - We all need our own witness 27:35 - Feeling Jesus close by

In this heartfelt interview, we sit down with a brave Latter-day Saint couple who share the devastating story of losing their 8-year-old son after a tragic accident at school. They recount the harrowing moments of rushing him to the hospital, the difficult decision to let him go, and how they've found strength in their faith and each other. Join us as they open up about their grief, healing, and the enduring love for their son that continues to guide them through life. This is a story of loss, resilience, and hope. 0:00 - Introduction 1:32 - Kathryn’s experience getting the call that Dallin was unresponsive 4:30 - Tim’s experience after receiving the call; giving a blessing 7:25 - Blessing with Tim and ER doctor 8:43 - Kathryn receiving a sign that Dallin needed to be released; Dallin’s bravery 12:54 - Tim receiving a sign that Dallin was ready to go 14:20 - Making calls to family and friends 16:05 - Helping people to grieve 16:45 - Spiritual adrenaline rush 18:40 - Generous and taking care of one’s self 19:30 - Last words and moments with Dallin 23:00 - The following days 25:50 - Deciding to keep Kathryn’s calling 27:50 - What to do for people who are going through tragedy 28:30 - “Everything happens for a reason” 32:30 - Irrational shame and guilt Website: https://kathryncunninghamauthor.com Amazon: https://amzn.to/49RjHRs *The book is also available at Deseret Book

After moving to Utah for work and meeting members of the Church of Jesus Christ, Josiah finally decided to start reading the Book of Mormon. Prior to reading, he believed that the Mormon beliefs were crazy. But after dedicating himself to reading the Book of Mormon, he felt that his life was going to change. How would he tell his family? Would his doubt be resolved? 0:00 - Introduction 0:38 - Josiah’s background in religion 1:24 - Beginning of doubt; atheism 2:45 - Partying and seeking fulfillment 4:00 - Studying philosophy 6:25 - Limited knowledge of Latter-day Saints 7:22 - Moving to Utah 8:30 - Difficulties in relationship 10:45 - Never getting married or having kids 11:40 - Dating LDS women 14:10 - Getting into a relationship 15:05 - Discussing religion with girlfriend; LDS and Buddhism 17:40 - Determining to read the Book of Mormon 19:57 - The course of the world is one eternal round 21:11 - What if I got baptized? 22:40 - Going to the temple 24:00 - Ramifications of joining the Church 25:15 - Incense experience 28:00 - Employing faith 29:12 - Missionary discussions 30:00 - Lunch with student 31:00 - Telling family about baptism decision 32:12 - All the doubts are gone 33:53 - Mental flexibility 35:00 - Read everything you can; don’t be afraid of learning 38:40 - The gift of the Holy Ghost