Why I Am A Mormon

The old saying "Life is hard and then you die", is unfortunately true for many people.  The Beatles song "Eleanor Rigby" expressed another common problem: "All the lonely people - where do they all come from?"

These characteristics of many people's lives - a hard, lonely job - are in direct opposition to God's statement that "Man is, that he might have joy."

Ideas and endeavors that bring happiness and purposeful actions that expand our lives and bring us added joy should be pursued.  There are many areas that people can pursue to bring them greater joy and happiness in life (helping a needy person, calling an old friend, even weeding the yard or picking up litter), but the most important effort for many is religious involvement.

71 years ago, I was born into a Mormon family and have been grateful for the positive impact church principles have made in my life.  The opportunity to associate with highly principled people who love the gospel of Jesus Christ and attempt to live its precepts is truly valued by me.

Mormon men and women are a marvelous group, and if you're not one, you should look into joining.  Mormon missionaries are anxious to instruct you in the gospel.

E Barry Topham, M.D.