🌳 Convert's PERSONAL Experience at Sacred Grove & Hill Cumorah

[@52churchesin52weeks]

Thanks for watching! What does the Sacred Grove mean to you? Would be glad to read your comments below.

[@DaisyMay222]

Being a lifetime member and going through my own current “walking on water” trials . Your story here of the Cardinals deeply touched my heart. I was rooting for you to see one and when you did, and you dropped to your knees, I dropped to my knees too… so to speak. Thank you for sharing that one. Personally I really needed it. I don’t doubt the church, but my current trials sure are heavy right now… Wouldn’t change it for the world! I love how we bless each other in this church!

[@GldnClaw]

A stepping stone of Faith. Heavenly father is always looking for excuses to bless us, anytime we even reach out a little he "Reaches for [our] reaching". Speaking of: next time you drop by Utah, I've got a Provo temple rock for you. 52 years, tens of thousands of missionaries' prayers answered, and (probably) the appearance of the Lord.

[@grande_cidade_de_Zaraenla]

A place of reflection and appreciation of the greatness of God and his love for his creations.

[@zionmama150]

God told me He visited Joseph Smith there. So I believe Him that He visited Joseph Smith.

[@jachin5177]

You know, I will further support you about the cardinal miracles you've experienced! The Book of Mormon teaches that all things upon the Earth witness of God. Alma 30:44 God uses his creations upon the Earth for his purposes and to do his will. I'd say your experience with the cardinals is comparable to what the Bible teaches. God used the birds as a sign of significant things happening, a way of leading to safety, and a way to talk to you in a way that you can relate to and that has great meaning to you. Thank you for sharing your beautiful testimony! Nature and its beauty, diversity, complexity, and life is a testimony of God! ❤

[@gerritvandewal6113]

Like you David, I also have come from a Protestant background at age 25 I ran into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, joined,went on a mission, and have fed my faith almost every day by prayers,reading,attending church, and experiencing the Holy Spirit and revelations in so very many wonderful ways, I truly cherish my relationship with Jesus Christ. Now at 73 and the opportunities that I occasionally take to reflect on my membership in His True Church, I am overwhelmed with gratitude beyond my ability to express, the deep joy and love that has companioned me on this journey. I love it❤️🙏

[@academyofchampions1]

Awesome!!!

[@lindaelia2616]

Amen!

[@mrp4242]

Beautiful, sir.

[@amandadangerfieldpiano]

❤

[@zioncityofgod4818]

The answer is simple, Palmyra was the place where Moroni buried one the Scriptures that were to be the Spiritual Meat to nourish the Saints of the latter- days.

[@WonderWoman-UT]

"I knew it. I knew that God knew it. And I could not deny it."

[@NsTheName]

That’s one of my favorite scriptures! I cling to it when people try to sway me. I know it and I know that God knows that I know it, how could I deny my God?

[@stephanieargyle7328]

Loved this. You are not weird because of these cardinal bird sightings. God speaks to us in multiple ways. I think it’s amazing and beautiful. Your faith inspires me and builds mine. Thank you for sharing your faith journey!

[@jonathancarlson7659]

“Doubt your doubts before you doubt your faith.”-President Dieter F. Uchtdorf

[@lnxjenn]

Uchtdorf is one of my favourites!

[@daniallemmon5453]

Such a culty thing to say lol

[@Bl3ndrz]

is this another cardinal sighting 😂

[@josephpeterson9115]

When you talk about your Cardinal experiences I'm always reminded of what it says in 2 Nephi chapter 31 verse 3: "... For the Lord God giveth light unto the understanding; for he speaketh unto men according to their language, unto their understanding." God understands the intricacies of your mind better than anyone else. He knows how to make things happen that will direct your mind where it needs to go, regardless of how silly they might seem at times. Who can deny that God works in mysterious ways ❤ Thanks for sharing your conversion process with all of us 🙏

[@cgeorge6591]

I didn’t think I would have this opportunity to mention this to you. My husband and I were in Houston delivering food at the Bishops Storehouse. I was walking around the grounds thinking about you and your baptism. Well wouldn’t you know, 2 cardinals flew by me. I smiled and laughed and thought the Lord is very pleased with you.

[@aprilamelung9124]

I also am a new convert and was baptized the next weekend after you did yours. I also come from a protestant background, and what has helped me when the doubts come in is the love that I feel for the church and the Book of Mormon, that in itself is big. I had head knowledge before but not the love for all humans that I have now. I too have so much to learn and am taking it one day at a time. Thank you David, you gave me the courage to jump...I did alot of research especially the history of the church and spent alot of times with the missionaries asking questions. ❤😊

[@treylortaylor]

That's so awesome! Welcome to the fold. You may not be as famous as David is now, because of KZbin, but in the Lord's eyes, your conversion is equally important. I'm so impressed with the courage and faith you recently baptized members display. Your testimony builds all of us up!

[@julieelliott9797]

Oh, welcome, welcome!!!!!

[@bretasorenson2475]

@@aprilamelung9124 Welcome!😊💗

[@GravityFalloutPines]

These are the best videos on KZbin thank you. You, David Alexander, and even Ward Radio have been a great influence

[@ashleydymockdetello9596]

I love seeing your journey! One thing I learned from my father (who was an institute/religion instructor for the church) is that there is a difference between doubt and questions. Questions are necessary for our growth and learning. Without questions, we don't get answers. When I was a teen and had a lot of my own questions, my parents both told me "You're right on schedule! This is what you should be doing. We want you to have questions!" Why? Because it showed I was taking ownership of my faith. But most importantly, their confidence in my ability to learn the truth for myself gave me confidence that the answers were out there and not some great mystery I could never understand. I knew that if I studied and searched and prayed and stayed close to the Spirit and strong in my relationship with God, I would learn and gain the understanding I lacked. Don't doubt, but be believing that God will (and WANTS) to reveal the truth to you and that he can if you are asking, seeking, and knocking with REAL intent.

[@ProdigalSonMatt]

The way you’re navigating this new era of your page is so great! I remember you on Ward Radio wondering what was next… but I must say, I absolutely love what you’re doing. I’m glad you found a home in the gospel and are continuing to discuss your journey and visiting new places. You’ve strengthened my faith since I’ve returned to church.

[@TerryLParrish-be5od]

Doubt not, fear not! Press on! I love your sincerity and humility! Welcome to the Kingdom of God! Keep up the great work!

[@magnashield8604]

Born and raised a member of the church. It was hard to be the only member in my grade in Highschool. It gives me an appreciation for those who convert to the gospel later in life. Keep the faith brother. I too have been told to stop doubting. Everyone must choose, born in the church or to join later, we are all converts.

[@dmcranch]

I am not a regular viewer of KZbin channels, but happened to stumble on one of your original posts when you were visiting churches of a variety of religions. I found that your visits were mainly in Wisconsin, and since my wife and I served as Mission Leaders in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Wisconsin in the early 2000's, I was excited to see that you had visited a LDS Church in that state. I know from experience that the young missionaries are so wonderful that if you had interacted with them you would have an unique experience. I was so excited to see that you had taken the opportunity to put the Church to the test, and especially the Book of Mormon. It is the word of God, and you have begun a life-altering journey. You are now making a tremendous impact on the people you contact with your strong testimony. When I viewed some of your recent posts, you have made an amazing transition to the gospel. You are doing a great work. Keep it up.

[@GenealogistBuchanan]

David, as you were talking about opposition that faces many new converts, I was reminded of a 21-year old woman I knew in Toulouse, France many years ago. Her parents warned her that if she was baptized, she was no longer welcome in their home. That faith-filled sister fasted and prayed, and was baptized, Two years later I saw a photo in the Church News. It showed her as one of the missionaries opening up missionary work in Italy. (Thank you for your example of faith, Maria.)

[@martinlgreen]

I would just like to let you know, David, that I, as a lifelong member of the LDS church, am so inspired by your dedication, open honesty, faith and integrity. You are such a wonderful example of a true seeker of Christ. Thank you and God bless you.

[@LeeWade-n4z]

David, I sure do love you. What courage you have to share your personal feelings and know that there will be some people who will deride you. I was a Protestant when at age 14 I KNEW there were too many churches that did not agree and I wanted TRUTH. I was lead to the Church of Jesus Christ and when I heard Joseph's story I SO related to him. He and I were so much alike in how we thought and thought about which of all the churches were true? When I knelt and prayed I felt just as he described his experience when he saw God the Father and Jesus Christ. The Holy Ghost gave me such a manifestion of truth that ALL doubt left me and my heart was changed. My conversation's power has sustained me over the last 50 years because my father turned against me and there have been very few I have been able to share my testimony with in my family. I enjoy reading your accounts and you are not weird seeing Red Cardinals! Heavenly Father is continuing to manifest His truth to you! Stay strong and know you are gaining so many friends along the way!

[@11thHourCreator]

It really helped me to hear about your cardinal witnesses. Today God is helping me shift my thoughts about the talents He has given me. I paint birds and He has given me several insights that were backed up by your story - really helped me see that my God given gifts matter - all our God given gifts matter. Thank you.

[@lynnedavidson4772]

I love your use of natural scenes and music to preface and set a contemplative mindset for the comments that follow. They seem to help me hear the purity of faith that is so refreshing from our new members. Keep glowing gently - others will follow.

[@gburt3892]

Your “cardinal” journey was like the icing on the cake. Your correlation or connection with red cardinals may go deeper than you can even understand in mortality, but as for this time, has been such a unique assurance to your conversion. Just know the Lord knows your thoughts and has great things in store for you for years to come. This is something he has blessed you with to continue fortifying yourself when it can be so easy to doubt. Keep up the great work! Love everything you are doing.

[@smarkl54bbin]

David I always enjoy listening to you. You are sincere & comitted. Your testimony is deeply profound.

[@kathrynquinn6889]

I’ma life long 74-year old member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.,I had my own personal experience with D&C 6 about 21 years ago. It’s one of my personal testimony moments.

[@teddynield4071]

You are amazing David! May Heavenly Father bless you to enjoy your journey on the covenant path. “ Doubt your doubts before you doubt your faith” President Dieter F. Uchtdorf

[@ranzelganzon850]

Hello David, I truly believe that you are a special child of God and that you have an important work to do in His church. 😊❤❤❤

[@sandragwilliam4711]

The Sacred Grove is so special to me even though I will never see it, but knowing that God, our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ are real gives so much hope and peace of mind and soul. I love listening to you and watching your testimony grow, which always strengthens mine. Thank you for taking me virtually to places I will never be able to go. And for raising money for St. Jude hospital. I wish I could post pictures of a display of a 7 1/2 foot Christmas tree that will be decorated with cardinals and poinsettias and angels. We are in the process of making the display as a fundraiser for Primary Children's Hospital here in Salt Lake City, Utah. Thee display will include a nativity and other Christ centered items. We are calling it "Light of Christ". David, you are bringing the Light of Christ into many lives. 🙏🙏😇

[@Sheranian1]

I loved greeting you in the Conference Center after the Tabernacle Choir broadcast. I have been following you most of your 52 week journey. Judd

[@dalesorensen298]

Stop doubting, brother. Testimonys can come line up on line. I joined the church at 19 years old, I'm 77 now. I look back at my life and can see the hand of God in my life and the spirit testifying to the truthfulness of the church many times.

[@firmfoundation7421]

I'm a convert from NZ David and yes we are family. Worldwide. Much love. I appreciate you.

[@jeanettegreenfield7039]

Dear David, my Brother, It is so heartwarming to hear your words. Please keep sharing. I'm a senior missionary who is also still learning after all these years of the Lord's tutoring. I often feel the Lord's compassion when I realize again and again that I'm looking at life through a pin hole at His grand plan! Just when I think I have a real grasp, I'm presented with a new visita of the enormity of His work and how small is my hand as I try to help. If there is one thing, I've learned it is, "Doubt not, because ye see not." His promises are sure and it is our privilege to see His Hand revealed. Blessings on you and all of us as we Follow Him!

[@maryannstout7600]

Very inspiring. Thanks.😊 I’m also a convert. My testimony means the world to me. God bless you on your journey of faith in his kingdom.

[@amandadangerfieldpiano]

@@maryannstout7600I love both of your comments. Thanks!

[@bretasorenson2475]

David, I have had two experiences with & while in the Sacred Grove. One is of such a personal revelatory instruction that I feel it is too sacred to disclose. Here's how I experienced the other: When I went there, I was with my husband & one of my daughters & her husband. We all decided to walk into the Grove alone & from different starting points. I walked right out of the little prairie home's back door & straight into the Grove. I began to wonder if I had been Joseph Smith exactly how would I decide where to walk. So for me, I decided to find a spot where I felt comfortable that I would not be seen by any of my family. So, I found a place that I felt like I could kneel comfortably out of sight. I stood there pondering what had happened as Joseph knelt inside that Grove on that spring morning. I didn't feel anything extraordinary, but I did feel a deep confirming testimony of the events he recorded as true. What was interesting is that the of the 4 of us who were in the Grove at that time did not run into each other, at all, on that day!

[@micheleh3851]

I live on the West Coast and few years ago I had the opportunity to travel across the country to visit the Hill Cumorah and the Sacred Grove. It was a very spiritual experience. Especially at Hill Cumorah. I was at the base of the Hill staring up at it and contemplating where on the Hill the plates were hidden by Moroni. I received an unmistakable witness from the Holy Ghost that it was sacred ground and the plates were indeed hidden there and later brought forth.

[@tiffnickk]

Oh you Quoted my favorite scripture- D&C 6 is the best! I love the verse where the Lord tells Oliver to think back to when he felt the spirit speak peace to his mind. And encourages: “What greater witness can you have than from God?” ❤

[@Whatiftheresmore1314]

Love love love your genuine heart! Thank you for sharing! I think more people can relate to your connection with the “natural” world! ❤️☀️ What an incredible story about the red cardinals! So very special! 🥰

[@FabianLopez-vj7ye]

D&C 6:36- is one of my favorite scriptures! “Look unto me in every thought; doubt not, fear not.” Definitely not a coincidence you found comfort and solace from it too!!

[@barbaraharris4387]

You are amazing with your beautiful videos. They really touch me! Someone very talented with the beautiful music along with pictures of the Sacred Grove. You have a ministry to do and are doing it splendidly!, seems like the Holy Ghost is really inspiring you! I watched this one 3 times back to back keep doin’ great job!

[@kimdavis1103]

Your new testimony and fresh perspective strengthens me! My parents converted. My life has been eternally blessed because of their faith!!

[@clearstonewindows]

I would love to go to the sacred Grove. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@gwengold8154]

Loved it, David! Thanks for taking us along with you to such a holy place. I love your update about your journey so far. Try not to doubt. We have NO DOUBT that the cardinals and the monarch ARE messages from heaven. 😇😍 I'm digging the shirt too. 😊

[@salustone6545]

Thank you for your inspirational words. You moved me to tears. I was born and raised LDS, and I endeavor to stay committed to Jesus Christ and the covenant path to reach eternity. God bless you. Stay the course.👍😊😊😊💗💗💗🙏🙏🙏🙏Keep the faith.

[@mckaysmith679]

The quality of these videos are stunning. So nice to see these places again.

[@sharenhansen7508]

Hello David!! I love your cardinal stories!! I am a 64 year old life long member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I don't know if I have shared with you before about my 92 year old father and his hummingbird connection. Three years ago, my Beloved brother David passed away at the age of 59. He was named after my father. My father & my brother David were very close. David's death has been very hard on my father. But in the 3 years that David has been gone, he comes to my dad in the form of a hummingbird. Often times, the hummingbird will hover right in front of my dad's face making eye contact with him. My dad always feels David's presence when a hummingbird comes around, and a few times, he even heard David's voice telling him that everything would be okay. The Lord allows things to happen in a way that will resonate with each of us individually!! Don't ever feel silly about sharing your cardinal stories, because this grandma here LOVES THEM!! 🐦‍🔥🙏❤️

[@amandadangerfieldpiano]

That’s really cool!

[@peterblair4448]

David thanks for your heartfelt awesome work. I'm grateful you are in the restoration.

[@mschenandlerbong8539]

I'm glad you were able to receive that confirmation from God in the grove. I've never been there before, but I'd love to go. I really sympathize with the great and spacious building comments. Strangely enough, I just referenced that exact same thing to my husband this morning. It's disheartening. But less so when we remember that we were told exactly how it would go. How it would look and feel. But we aren't alone at all. We all have each other, and anyone we can lift up along the way. They are still to be found.

[@NancySimons-jh4jo]

Been a member all my life and never been here. Thanks for taking me back to our roots. Loved being a part of your journey.

[@duanegeorge5370]

His Truth is marching on. Way to go David!

[@sarahhooke9913]

You always pull out cool symbolism that is so neat. The trees reaching to heaven and how tall they can grow because they are together in the grove stood out to me.

[@luanawells3944]

Dear Friend David, you are definitely a deep thinker, and the Lord is using your testimony to share His Gospel. Keep sharing your Cardinal stories with us!

[@lizhawkes2285]

From the first time that I listened to you David, I felt your authenticity open and humble heart. I have been a member all my life and your testimony and journey for truth is so inspiring to me. I love nature and I believe there is spirituality in it. One of my bucket list items is to see a real Red Cardinal! Keep up your posts. We love them. ❤

[@karenabbott1796]

I love ❤️your videos David, and the signs and symbolism the Lord is giving you as you continue on your spiritual journey and walk the covenant path. I know when you are feeling/hearing the words “don’t doubt,” they’re coming from the Holy Ghost. He’s always with you and you are receiving inspiration and direction from him. Thank you for your testimony of Jesus Christ and the demonstrable way you’re keeping your baptismal covenants.

[@marlamorris6248]

Thanks for the tour, I still hope to see the Sacred Grove one day.

[@amybarlow3045]

Great content. Thank you

[@mervyndykes5845]

Hi David. Greetings from New Zealand. I am coming up on nearly 70 years in the Church right now and am constantly being amazed by it. There have been many times when I thought I just about knew it all and then it's as though I have turned a page in a book and seen just how little I really know. This is exciting and I understand now that the learning and growing will go on forever. Congratulations on the courage and determination you have shown as you continue your own journey on the covenant path. Keep on going. Who knows, maybe we will meet somewhere on the way!

[@Volt44forever]

A Monarch butterfly flew over my head and i was looking up the symbolism moments before you brought it up in your video. Transformation and change. 🦋

[@dgt8467]

Hi David, I think raw, real, and authentic describes you very well. You can use the words silly & weird about your Cardinal sightings all you want, but I will always think they are marvelous. Especially seeing 5 on your baptism day, which could have been a mini family reunion in support of that joyous day? I loved your thoughts about the trees in the Sacred Grove representing the Tree of Life, growth, rooted in Scripture & protecting each other. Last month, I also visited the Kirtland Temple & the John Johnson farm in Hyrum, OH. It's a spiritual feast that's well worth your time. Last week, I attended BYU Education Week for the 2nd year in a row & I would highly recommend you look into attending in August of 2025. Thanks for sharing your journey. Best wishes always.

[@TreatsOnTheStreets]

Your videos are always so insiring. Thank you for sharing.

[@annab3182]

You are in our thoughts and prayers as you build your personal relationship with The Savior and His restored Gospel. Bless you David

[@jasonbrooks9663]

I love your channel because it just provides further proof that if we seek truth, we will eventually find it. You've approached every faith and denomination in this journey with sincerity and a willingness to learn, even if you didn't necessarily agree or believe everything they were teaching. You still listened and that is a very hard thing for anyone to do and it's a testament to your humility. You were inquisitive and asked questions, instead of working off of assumptions or the teachings of others. You went straight to the source and found out for yourself. So I don't think any member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is at all surprised where your story has eventually landed because we all know that this really is His Church, thanks to the restoration of the fullness of His gospel through Joseph Smith, and you found exactly what you were seeking. Nevertheless, we all love to see it because, not only are we happy for YOU, but having this little window into your life provides yet another testimony to us that testifies to the truthfulness of all of it! To answer your question though - I visited the Sacred Grove when I was in my early twenties. Unfortunately, my faith was not very strong at the time so I didn't get everything out of it that I could. But it was very surreal, knowing that you're standing in the place where Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ appeared to Joseph. I have two boys, ages 8 and 10, and I plan to take a trip back there with them in the next few years so they can see that special place for themselves.

[@margynelson7945]

Yay! I love it when you make videos about your testimony and what you’ve learned! From the talk “Come join with us!” By Dieter F Uchtdorf Oct 2013 he says -Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters-my dear friends-please, first doubt your doubts before you doubt your faith. We must never allow doubt to hold us prisoner and keep us from the divine love, peace, and gifts that come through faith in the Lord Jesus Christ.❤ I am sure it HAS to be difficult if loved ones do not understand. Just remember your example and how bright your spirit is will witness to them. You do not have to prove anything to anyone! Pray to know what to say if you feel cornered. You will be blessed for this massive life changing sacrifice you have made. Heavenly Father KNOWS YOU and loves you and you’re on the right path even if others don’t understand. You also have us to be there for you too as you know.

[@kathyskidmore6887]

You are so awesome! You strengthen my testimony every time I listen to your testimony!!

[@cinnamondan4984]

My first encounter with the LDS church was seeing the Community of Christ edition of the Book of Mormon on Amazon around 2007. I decided to buy it and see what it was about. Next my physics teacher at high school I finally noticed had a BOM on his desk. I took a card from him and contacted the missionaries and the rest is history.

[@BunnyWatson-k1w]

I have different versions of the Book of Mormon from splinter groups. The text is different from the LDS Stand Works version.

[@cinnamondan4984]

@@BunnyWatson-k1w true!

[@lindamartinez7006]

Thank you so much for sharing these most sacred places . Such a humble beginning in the log farm house with the sacred grove right there . I’m sure the most special spirit of witness was felt in the sacred grove and hill Comurah . I would love to see all those places one day. And kirtland temple is so sacred . I hope you went inside . I love church history .

[@mareenickel4385]

I always love watching your videos! Keep looking for the cardinals!

[@veraloveless4587]

I love your analogies! You have a gift! Thank you!

[@KB-nv4bl]

David, your videos always make me smile and share tears of joy at the same time. I’ve been following your channel for a long time that started with a KZbin search of Mormon church and your video of going to the church where you saw the two Cardinals and you were having, a trial in your life due to a relationship break up of some kind. I think I subscribed that day just because I was curious about you going to so many different churches. I’m glad that you have found our church to be the true church best meets your objectives and goals in obtaining happiness in your life ❤

[@RealManJay]

I've been to Palmyra twice (from AZ) and it's such a wonderful place to get that full understanding of Joseph Smith and what he had to go through to remain strong and do God's will. Thanks for your sincerity and for describing what you are feeling. This is a testimony in itself. You may consider going to Nauvoo. I spent five full days there in order to see everything that was offered in the area. Thanks for continuing with your videos!

[@SherryBobbins1]

I always enjoy watching your videos. I love red Cardinals! Whenever I see them I think of my mom who has passed. I love following your journey!! You are very spiritual person 💗

[@bturner540]

I am amazed that you are able to travel so far to complete these wonderful videos. They are well appreciated and my favorite KZbin channel.

[@edprice6663]

David, I was born to parents who were members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Laterday saints, so my conversion story is different than yours, but we all have to become converted. We aren't born with a testimony. I realize that it may be more difficult and requires more spiritual walking on water as you mentioned, for one who was not born into an LDS family. My great great grandfather was a convert to the church in London England. We have family records and letters between him and his father. His father could never accept this church that his son had joined but their letters were respectful of one another. I have read other things that my great great great grandfather wrote and I have come to see him as a man with great faith in God, but his background kept him from accepting the truth of the restored church. I have come to feel a bond with my great great great grandfather and I have a hope that when I pass beyound this life, I will be able to greet him and learn that he was able to accept the truth of the reastoration in the spirit world.

[@sharonhutchinson9604]

Thanks for your beautiful insights. I feel like church members are so happy for you because that’s the joy we feel when we’re reunited with family

[@justhereforthecomments628]

Always get excited to see you've got a new video out cause I know I'll learn something profound from your insights. Love the thoughts on the slim trees reaching to God, lifting each other, bearing witness of Him as examples of the saints. David, you are one of God's valiant sons and He is with you. Keep it up Brother Boice, we need you! And we expect persecution, Christ said we would have it.

[@PalmerFilms1]

Thank you so much for your wonderful channel. I'm a member of the Church, and seeing how you are including people of all faith's in your journey just warms my heart. :)

[@GrammaJo360]

There was a conference talk not long ago about Doubting your Doubts. It might be helpful. David, you have a very spiritual and poetic nature that makes you unique. Not everyone can recognize the symbolism in things like the cardinals. There is meaning in them for you alone and you have the faith to recognize that. Your testimony helps to strengthen mine.

[@atravismoore]

Loved your insight about the thin trees each individually reaching for the heavens representing the church. Really beautiful.

[@georgiafairbanks5468]

I love your videos David. Your story has made a deep impression on me and I think of you often and hope you are going strong. I have friends who have left the church and I am sorrowful because the gospel is so great and so true. I was hoping to see you at BYU Education week. It is so enlightening to be in a place where so many people are seeking to build their knowledge and faith of gospel truths as well as obtain other pertinent information to help them in daily living. Keep going on this journey. As you gain more light, you will be blessed.

[@Linda-we6en]

I love your analogy of the Trees in the Sacred Grove and the catipilar and butterfly. You have such an ability for deep spiritual thought. Thank you for sharing. I needed this today!

[@h.peace.]

David, your videos always uplift and strengthen my testimony. Thank you for your vulnerability ❤. I couldn’t help but think of my own ancestors and the sacrifices they made that have blessed my life beyond measure. Your choice to follow the Lord will not only bless your life now but will bless so many generations going forward and even those who have gone before you. May God continue to strengthen you and guide you on your journey! Much love brother ❤️

[@teresawood4703]

Your stories about Cardinals is fascinating. My daughter passed away a year ago today. I visited her gravesite recently and as I was sitting there, listening to a song that she had recorded on her phone that we found after she passed away, a little bird was chirping away next to the bench by me. I attempted to move a little closer to it because it didn’t seem to be afraid of me. I was able to sit right by it and almost touched it before it flew a short distance away and just continued chirping. I felt my daughter close by. I have enjoyed your videos and knew that one day you would join the church. You have a kind heart and thank you for sharing.

[@handson2022]

loved your insight about the skinny little trees reaching up towards heaven

[@ItsSnagret]

Excellent, genuine content. No one should put a cap on what God can do to communicate with us and manifest his mercy to us. He is truly mindful of every person (Alma 26:37).

[@sherryware]

Thanks for sharing your personal spiritual experiences. ❤ It helps boost my own witness of the restored gospel. I'm a convert, too. 😊

[@philandrews2860]

Your videos are always such a pleasure to listen to. So positive and upbeat. I've really enjoyed following your journey over the past 1+ years :) One book that has been tremendously helpful to me regarding my own doubts, and how such doubts are a crucial aspect of our spiritual growth, along with faith, is called "The Crucible of Doubt" by Terryl and Fiona Givens. That book really resonated with me. One line in particular I try to remember: "There is a type of flower that can only bloom in the desert of doubt. Faith that we elect to perfect in the absence of certainty is an offering that is entirely free, unconditioned and utterly authentic. Such a gesture represents our considered and chosen response to the universe, our ascent to what we find beautiful and worthy, and deserving of our risk."

[@JudyMilne]

David, Thank you for your amazing podcasts! So glad you eventually joined the church! I loved watching you come to love the Latter-day Saints and their faithfulness! Come to Africa one day and see the LDS church in action where we know we are ALL loved by our Father in Heaven and as we follow and believe what the Book of Book of Mormon teaches, He invites “all to come unto him and partake of his goodness; and he denieth none that come unto him, black and white, bond and free, male and female; and he remembereth the heathen; and all are alike unto God” (2 Nephi 26:33). You have been an inspiration to so many of us! 🙏🏻

[@elizabethsetlhako1062]

I have so much reverence for the Sacred Grove. I know that Joseph Smith did converse with God the Father and His Son. I hope to walk on that Sacred Grove some day. Every Latter-Day saint is cheering you on David, so is the Lord.

[@lizeta8404]

This is amazing! Heavenly Father is guiding you through. Just lovely!

[@HectorOrtiz0906]

I really love hear your experience, I am always expected to know what you going to share. I know you are a song of God. It is wonderful to hear you, thanks, David for your great work, keeping doing so, there are hundreds souls to touch, your vivid experience can make the difference. I hope your keep in the covenant path. God bless you. Keeping reading the Book of Mormon, and you never fell down. This is the only true and living church on the earth, direct by a living prophet. Russell M. Nelson. Joseph Smith was a prophet of God. Jesus Christ is on head of church. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Days Saints.❤❤ love you bro. ❤❤ best regard from DR.

[@davden965]

There are three large trees that are larger than all the other trees in the grove. They are called the apostle trees. They are right at about 200 years old

[@Dolores-o9b]

Your protecent background to Laterday Saint is like that butterfly changing from one phase to another

[@24juantc]

My husband has a book about animal Spirit guides, so I looked up cardinal and it says, “this is a good time to make a fresh exploration of the religion You grew up in, with your eyes and heart open. “ And another resource I found says that cardinal represents friendship, love, devotion, self-confidence, assertiveness, family, and home, protection, and angel messages. You are obviously receiving many angel messages!

[@adadehoyos]

😊 love your videos and conversion story 😊

[@JanetMcKinney]

Thank YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING!!

[@TheJlleyba]

I love your red cardinal as a witness, like the dove was a witness for the Holy Ghost. Love your experiences and how you share them!

[@PeoplesCareClub]

love you bro authentic!

[@msbwj]

Because of something that had happened earlier in the day, I was not in a very good mood on our first visit to the Sacred Grove, and not open to having a very good spiritual experience. On the way back to the car, though, I noticed a clear shadow of ONE leaf. One leaf amongst dozens and dozens of tall trees and thousands of leaves! I took that as a tender mercy to me that the Lord knew me - knew me individually - just like that one leaf. Blessings as you continue your pursuit of your newly found faith.

[@thomasparke2004]

David you have million of members of the church to have your back. Keep on the covenant path.

[@patsydesrochers3087]

The sacred. Grove is one of the most spiritual places. I have ever been. the spirit there is overpowering, I could go back there over and over and over again Just to feel that spirit again

[@raulofmustachio3d]

Thank you for this beautiful video, as always. So wonderful to hear your ongoing story

[@clearstonewindows]

Such a great video. We love you keep going in your faith.

[@tysonfreeman3682]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts, can't wait for the Kirkland temple video.

[@theweshackett]

My daughter serving a mission in Georgia just sent this in her email: This is an awesome miracle. Before I came the sisters were meeting with this really cool guy named Brandon. And they dropped him right before I got there, something happened and I think he wanted a little space. But we have stopped by his house many times to visit him and have left notes but he's never answered. And then YESTERDAY, he was at church! Like what??? So immediately after we went and introduced ourselves and he was like ya I saw you guys come every time on my ring door bell camera but never answered because I needed a break from the church. But he said the holy spirit kept leading him back and back so he came today! Then he told us how a member sent him the 52 churches in 52 weeks video thing, and it's about that guy who kept seeing cardinals and he knew it was a sign from God, and ended up joining the church. And Brandon said he has never seen a cardinal before and yesterday on his ring camera a red cardinal flew up to his doorbell and just sat there.. is that crazy ?? He even showed us the video of the cardinal at his doorbell, so he's like I knew it was a sign and I had to come ! He said he's gonna come every week and I'm so sad because I'm getting transferd this week 😭😭 so ya I won't get to see his progress but I'm excited for him!

[@chinchillax1483]

I love how you have a very symbol- oriented mind! Looking for lessons and truths in the seemingly simple things around us (like trees or birds) is a wonderful gift