Joining the LDS Church despite intense criticism | Cheyenne's Conversion Story

[@james4sherry]

I was baptized in 1994 and came from a non-religious background. Like Cheyenne, I found so much joy . I was shocked when, within weeks of my baptism, I found myself drowning in anti-mormon literature and lies from every direction. I am now 64 years old and living with my 91 year old mother to care for her. Her total dismissal of anything gospel related has dented my overwhelmed soul. Yet, I can never deny feeling the Spirit of God testifying so many times of the truthfulness of this faith.

[@johnwgarrett1]

I am willing to join with you in fasting and prayer for your mom's heart to be open to learning about the restored Gospel. How's January sound?

[@laurasoule6837]

Cheyenne, A sister saint in Las Vegas. What greater witness can you have than from God. Bless your journey going forward.

[@johnwgarrett1]

Sherry, it looks like others are willing to join in that fast also. Please let us know if that works for you!

[@james4sherry]

Yes, I am very grateful for the support. January seems like a good time to plan a fast. Thank you so very much.

[@bergersworth]

I'm fasting for your mom this weekend! Thank you sister! I'm so happy to have found the church.

[@jeremypearson9019]

This is so awesome! When I was a missionary, we taught a few young people just like Cheyenne and it was so inspiring to see their conversion. Now, I'm a bishop and I'm very seriously thinking about showing this video to our youth in a fireside at my house. We have two young women who have been investigating the church for a couple of years and I think that Cheyenne's story would mean a lot to them.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Do it!!!

[@jeremypearson9019]

@@cheyennetrull7723 Cheyenne actually messaged me! That's so cool! She's basically famous! I guess I have to show this interview to the youth now. I won't be able to get Cheyenne off my conscience until her message has reached these young women.

[@genedollaway6466]

I just stumbled on to this video,amazing. My wife's family was LDS. Amazing people and church. We are not together any more after 30 years. But I have been thinking and drawn to anything to do with the church lately. God and I have gone back and forth for many years not being raised in any church. And by that I mean me of course going back and forth. I end up defending or politely correcting people quite often who are not educated at all on the LDS church and they are usually very surprised to hear the truth. Your story is amazing and really touched my heart. Again I felt such a pull and over welling of emotion listening too your story. Thank you for sharing.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

I really enjoyed reading this. Thank you

[@steveanderson37]

Sound like you should talk to the missionaries!

[@45s262]

What are you waiting for? Haha..

[@DasViking]

I love this. I've been pretty inactive for a while now. I've been feeling drawn back recently as well. This comment really makes me think. Thank you.

[@bentducks]

@@DasViking www.youtube.com/@Come.Back.Podcast/videos

[@terphands]

I’m always so amazed and impressed with people, especially young people who follow thier heart and the spirit and join the church in spite of how hard it is going to be for them. That takes so much faith and strength and is just something I look up to so much. ❤

[@rsetina]

What a beautiful story, Cheyenne! I went through much the same as you did, not so much losing friends, but similar things happen to me with my family. My mom went to the hospital when she found out I was attending church with my sister and my brother-in-law for the first time. She was in the hospital for three days from a nervous breakdown. My brother came to the church and threatened my brother-in-law if something happened to my mom. It was a little contentious at my home with my parents for a while, but I didn’t have to move out so that was one positive thing that came from it. And like you, shortly after one year I put my papers to go on a mission and served in Guayaquil Ecuador. That was an amazing experience. Serving people in another country, learning a new culture and spreading the gospel to people who were so humble. Thank you for sharing your story. I hung on every word that you said waiting to hear what you were going to say next. I’m so happy that you found the truth and are growing in the gospel. For me, it’s been roughly 45 years since I was baptized. And I’ve never regretted joining the church.

[@amandadangerfieldpiano]

Thanks so much for your comment!

[@daverave3698]

My mother joined the church in the early 1950's. She wrote her conversion story, which is very similar to Cheyenne's. Through her, my father eventually joined. They ended up having 8 children. We get together every Sunday evening over Zoom and have family prayer. Our lives haven't been easy, but they have been blessed with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. We each have a testimony and are strong in our faith. We thank Mom and Dad for bring us into the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ and making it possible for us to have that joy. Thanks, Cheyenne, for sharing your story. I hope you write it down for your posterity. We are so grateful my mother wrote hers down as a legacy for her posterity.

[@pearls321]

I knew Cheyenne at BYU-Idaho and she is such an amazing person. She was always reaching out to people and having people over for dinner and was just so kind. I'm so sad her family members and old friends don't see her for the disciple of Jesus Christ she really is. She was/is such a good example of Christ-like living! 🤍

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Love you Lindsay 😊

[@ChrisPadillaAZ]

@@cheyennetrull7723, you sound like a bundle of joy!

[@derek488]

​@@cheyennetrull7723 ​I served a mission in West Texas in 2006 and really appreciated your story. I related so much to what you had to say, from both perspectives. The time lines, trials, and outcome were so nice to hear as a complete story. ❤

[@dstahly]

Cheyenne, thank you for sharing your wonderful conversion story. You reminded me of what I also experienced when I was baptized at 19. My father disowned me, my party friends thought I was crazy and my born again friends tried to save me. But, I knew it was true and I have never doubted my decision to join Jesus Christ’s restored church. Every good thing in my life in the 44 years since then are a direct result of choosing to follow the Savior. Regarding family and friends, Time (and the Spirit World) softens hearts. I had a dream that my father has accepted his temple work (he passed away in 2007). I am hopeful that my mother and others will follow suit. Bless you for sharing your story.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Wow!! Loved reading this!

[@american236]

They said the same to me too. I am sooo glad I joined the church.

[@BlairRorani]

Thank you for sharing your story, it was beautiful. Many years ago in Perth, Australia, my companion and I (who are both from NZ) taught a wonderful young woman who was basically your age when you were being taught by the missionaries. The day before her baptism her long lost friend from her old Church was sent over to tell her why our Church was evil and she shouldn't follow what she had felt from Heavenly Father. It breaks my heart that we lacked the experience to help her navigate this disruption to her conversion and she stopped coming to church. I can still see her face. I'm so grateful to hear that you were able to overcome opposition and follow Jesus Christ.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Thanks for watching and sharing ❤❤

[@josephwhirlwind6086]

I was baptized in 1993 in the Netherlands , after being a catholic for 26 years , but when the LDS missionaries started to teach me the Gospel , it was like a flood of light came into my heart , and I received a Testimony of it's truthfulness ( Book of Mormon , the church , Joseph Smith ) !!!

[@richguevara1501]

Stay strong…my story is like yours. I was rejected by half of my family. Know this…it will all work out for the better. I have more blessings now than I ever had before. This is all true. Thank you for sharing your experience. All will be well. Rich G

[@charlottecline912]

I loved Cheyenne’s testimony and conversion story. My husband and I joined the church in 1967. There were few of our family who approved. My husband’s family especially did not. He was strong and had studied and experienced much about the gospel and never yielded to the negative coercion. The gospel was everything to us. I’m now 77 and I could not exist without the gospel. My husband passed away 18 years ago. It was difficult grieving, of course, but I know we will be together again forever because of the Savior’s atonement available to all mankind. As with Cheyenne, the spirit is undeniable. Thank you for this channel. I will be following you. ❤️🙏

[@sbnsbaker1]

I was a convert in high school also. And left the Assembly of God church. Wow! What a difference!!! My soul could be quiet and listen for the Spirit. The Assembly church was confusing even before I found the LDS Church. They were jumping up and down and speaking in tongues and going into trances!!! THIS IS NOT HOW JESUS TAUGHT OR ACTED !!!!!!!!!!!! Going back and forth to both churches and praying for the Lord to guide me, I could feel the Spirit in the Sacrament Meeting, but not in the AofG church services. It really opened my eyes!!! I was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints right after I graduated from high school. I have never looked back and it has been WONDERFUL !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@cheyennetrull7723]

So cool! I def felt like I belonged there! I loved high energy but I just couldn’t feel the spirit myself! Thanks for sharing

[@annafeatherstone8114]

I live in Auckland, and have just had Elder Zoog as a missionary in our ward.... I was baptised 9 years ago and also had to walk away from alot of friends and previously held beliefs to join the Church.... Good on you for sticking with it... 🙏🧡

[@Coachamy03]

I remember when Cheyenne was baptized. We loved having her in our ward.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Love you Amy!! Miss you tons!

[@maggiesutton2485]

@@cheyennetrull7723 Cheyenne!! Idk if you remember me, but I served in your ward in Texas and watched conference with you back in October 2021! I love and miss you guys so much!! I loved watching your story and when you told it to us as missionaries. You inspire me and you’re incredible! - Sister (Maggie) Sutton

[@cheyennetrull7723]

@@maggiesutton2485Maggie!! Of course I remember you! lol I even have pictures of you in a photo album at my baptism!

[@hannahmacdonald3944]

"you can be afraid and still have faith. You have NO idea how much I needed that.

[@gailhancock6917]

Thank you so much for your story, your faith, your strength, and no matter how hard things got for you, you could not deny the witness of the Spirit. Your strength, your faith, and your connection with your Savior are a beautiful inspiration to all of us. You KNOW HE LIVES, AND COMMUNICATES WITH YOU!...and so do I. What a beautiful, and difficult story, but you are strong, and because of your correct decisions in the face of adversity you are a beacon in the darkness for many others with similar dificulties. God bless you!

[@matildabanana3516]

Cheyenne was THE BEST young women’s president I’ve ever seen! We love her so so so much! She puts her heart and soul into everything she does, and everything she touches shines the brighter. We’re so grateful for her and her family.

[@Alnava-ml3wn]

She seems very gullible. Perfect for the missionaries.

[@matildabanana3516]

@@Alnava-ml3wn what a cynical thing to say.

[@bentducks]

@@Alnava-ml3wn she spent many years in her former church and was faithful there. That can stand alone as a passage in her life, with nothing to be taken away. She honestly tried to feel the spirit as strongly as in the LDS church. She has been true to her direction from God, and she sought His guidance instead of just being told what to do by other people. It was time to move on to her next passage in life, again, with nothing to be taken away.

[@TruthSeeker-rr3rx]

Loved hearing your beautiful conversion story. I am also a convert to the Church and there were several points in your story that made me smile because I could really relate . Thank you for sharing and for being courageous, faithful and true.

[@thebelieversplace]

I can understand because I am also a member. When I was 17 on Feb 17, 1980, a couple invited me to take the lessons and I accepted. I did not know that this was against my father’s wishes. I became 18 years old on April 9th, 1980 and soon was asked about joining the church and being baptised. I had to tell my father about my baptism the day before. He worked late, around 7:00 p.m. from what I remember. I made a commitment to inform my father by 8:00 p.m. I was fearful to ask him, so I paced nervously. At 759 p.m., I walked to the couch and told him I needed to talk. I plan to be baptized tomorrow. No baptisms on Sundays, he said. I repeated myself and then he said if you get baptised you mightiest well pack your things and leave. I had not finished high school and was still working on the 11th grade. I went upstairs and pack my things and went to the house of the friend who had the missionaries over. I felt like this was going to happen, and it did. They said that I could live with them, but that did not last long and I was asked to move out. They had a son that gave me a hard time. I went to another family and stay there for a while. It was a place where a retired couple lived. The lady Elizabeth was great, but the Husband was not a member of the church. He gave me a hard time. He wanted me to go and after some time; I had to leave. Once I graduated from high school, I had the help of the church and got an apartment. This is the short version and yes, I understand all so well. I want you to know that I have a website about prophecy and I am placing a link to your Testimony. genuine prophecies is the site. You can check it out, the link is at the bottom of the page. It’s a .com site. genuineprophecies That testimony means a lot to me. It's difficult and I wish people would be more open-hearted. We're fortunate as members. I am grateful to understand the events before the 2nd coming. I wish people would listen to the truth. Thank you for sharing such valuable content. God be with you. I hope that it’s ok that I place a link to your testimony. (Cheyenne) Happy Holiday - But I say; If you believe then, every day is Christmas. Sincerely, Tim T

[@edwardgabriel5281]

I am now 95. Baptized in 1953. I wish everyone could experience the faith confirming experiences I had. Turns out it was the best decision I ever made.

[@kasdanasal]

What an amazing story! I was raised in the church, but had a faith crisis in high school and fell away for many years. I only recently returned. In lieu of the mission I missed the chance for, I've been donating as much time as possible to joining the missionaries as they meet with investigators, sitting with guests on Sundays, and trying to ensure investigators feel welcomed and loved. The story about the person who sat with Cheyenne that Sunday, as she was waiting for her ward's meeting, gives me hope that I am making a difference in my branch.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

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[@grahamrichard4135]

It doesn't matter how fun it is, or even what you feel what matters is what the Bible says in the Mormon church does not follow the Bible. I would highly recommend reading the guide makers as it is footnoted as to where they get all the information that is in the book in other words, you can check on all of that.

[@kasdanasal]

@@grahamrichard4135 Actually we do. We follow all of it, unlike the creedalist's.

[@fluffypeaches9356]

Thank you for sharing your amazing story I enjoyed it very much and you have so much grit I’m so excited and very proud of you for deciding to convert to the true church I was born into the church, blessed as a baby and was baptized when I was 8 I’m proud to be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints These are some of my absolute favorite songs from church: 1. I Am a Child of God 2. I Lived in Heaven 3. I Know My Father Lives 4. A Child’s Prayer 5. I Pray in Faith 6. He Sent His Son 7. The Church of Jesus Christ 8. I feel My Savior’s Love 9. The Spirit of God 10. We thank thee O God for a Prophet 11. Joseph Smith’s First Prayer 12. Called to Serve 13. I Love to See the Temple 14. When I Am Baptized 15. Search Ponder and Prayer 16. How Firm a Foundation 17. How Great Thou Art 18. The Lord Is My Light 19. Come Follow Me 20. I Believe in Christ and many many more

[@prestonlloyd4520]

Cheyenne, thanks for your beautiful testimony. The light shines in your eyes. I joined the Church at age 18. I was not as strong as you nor did I have such strong faith. After leaving the Church for 7 or 8 years, was invited back by a wonderful bishop. I have never looked back. I’m almost 77 years old now. My family, especially my dad, was very hateful and critical about my beliefs for many years. Before his death he told me that I had a great family and that it was because of my religion. Hang in there. Your shining example will make a difference to your family someday.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

❤❤

[@michellemonnie2842]

Thanks so much for your powerful testimony. I felt the spirit as I listened. Choosing to get baptized took so much courage. You are an inspiration!

[@supermusicmakerman]

Thank you Cheyenne for your inspiring story of listening to the spirit and following Him despite so much opposition even from those you love. You have strengthened my faith today!

[@adarichards2743]

I love stories like this, because I often take the gospel for granted. My wife, Ada joined the church as a teenager. She keeps me in reality, because of all the trials she’s endured. God bless you and your family, forever. -M.D.R. ___\=^=/___

[@RealTalentHiring]

Cheyenne how blessed you are for following the Spirit. Awesome story and thank you for sharing!

[@wheelercreek]

Such a beautiful conversion story, and she has so much light and strength!! It shows us that when God tells you something, you know it. It's not just a feeling.. it's a real witness. She knew that God spoke to her through the Holy Ghost. She recognizes that she can't answer every question, and that she doesn't know everything.. but she knows that God spoke peace to her and that He told her this was right. Awesome!

[@janeeyre8241]

Cheyenne, you are a young woman of unusual spiritual strength. Thanks for your beautiful conversion story. You have weathered the opposition so well, and thanks for reminding me that God works great things out of hard times. I converted from an Assembly of God church 27 years ago and experienced similar opposition. I’m still estranged from one close family member sadly. But times are changing fast. The public narrative about the church is changing. I feel the softening, and testimonies like yours are helping. I’m more encouraged than ever. I’m from Hamilton, NZ, and so glad you got to serve here! God bless you for your example to us all 🙏💗

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Oooh I loved reading this!!

[@SJKile]

Being 68 years old, from Texas, now in Taylorsville Utah for 44 years, & a convert to the church being a former member of the Southern Baptists, I can relate to your story. Be strong dear Sister. I know without doubt that God is our father in heaven. That Jesus Christ is His Son. Both of them are very distinct beings but one in purpose, drive, & mission along with The Holy Ghost. My first testimony was of Joseph Smith. There was no way that he did what he did without the express help of The Godhead. In fact it was a full 5 years later after my baptism & confirmation that I read The Book of Mormon. The Holy Ghost burns within me. There is so much for you to learn even now. God will teach you line upon line, precept upon precept. The joy of God & His Son Jesus Christ should course within your veins. Again be strong for there is but a few short years & our Saviour returns. God will bless you, never ever be afraid to ask for his help.

[@james4sherry]

My husband was baptized 3 years ago after attending church with me faithfully for 15 years. He fell away when I began caring for my elderly mother and couldn't always attend with him. 2 months ago, he just got up one Sunday and returned to his Southern Baptist church. No explanation, no excuse. Just flipped a switch and became Baptist again. He attends 3 meetings on Sunday and a once a week bible study in the evening.

[@lightscenters111]

@james4sherry. God bless you. Hard times. I am reminded of a relief society lesson years ago where a woman was struggling with her husband. She prayed for him everyday. Kneeling in their room before bed and praying quietly but vocally. In time her husbands heart was softened. I am also reminded that our prophet asked us to do 5 important things in his talk Spiritual Momentum. One was to ask for and expect miracles. Pray hard and ask for miracles. God will surely provide them one way or the other, but always for your best good. Much love. God bless you!

[@kaylahall1219]

I am in Millcreek 😁was baptized in Taylorsville Stake. We will have our new temple soon! So exciting! My husband and my girls lived in Taylorsville stake when it was announced

[@NsTheName]

Amen amen! Our King is returning soon! I'm living with anticipation every day for that joyful moment!

[@SJKile]

@@kaylahall1219 Thank You for responding I am a little late to the party but it couldn’t be helped. Hopefully I will get all of these comments responded to today. I think my wife & I will be one of the first couples to go through this new temple. It is so majestic & beautiful. I drive South on I-215 & as soon as we pass 3300 South Southbound the temple comes into view & gets extremely large as you come up on 4700 South. It will be a blessing to you & me Dear Sister. Be strong in keeping the commandments of God & we will all see each other at morning of the first resurrection.

[@kirkgillespie1439]

What a sweet, genuine, touching story!! I love how the truth really is a "still small voice" and takes humility, faith and sincerity to feel and follow. Thank you Cheyenne for sharing your story and your wonderful example!!

[@johnwgarrett1]

Hey Cheyenne! I'm adult convert, too, having had a very active faith journey in "mainstream" Christianity before I met with missionaries. (Funny aside, I thought I was there to convert them!) I have tons of family and friends who love the Lord and who, so far, think the Book of Mormon is just a work of fiction. But what I have come to realize is that they don't know what they don't know, and God will convert them in His time just as He converted you and me through the sweet promptings of the Holy Ghost. So don't be sad for them, but do pray for them every time you think of it. More miracles, and "the greatest manifestations of the Savior’s power that the world has ever seen," are ahead!

[@coachmarc2002]

I too am a "mainstream" Christian and meeting with the missionaries whenever I can. I'm curious if you could help me understand what the book of mormon adds to the gospel that is in the New Testament. (I am just at the beginning of reading it.) I don't get the feeling that the missionaries are very knowledgeable about the New Testament gospel because they haven't been raised in a church that teaches as much from the Bible so I am interested in your opinion as someone with that background who has converted. Thanks

[@josephine79]

​@@coachmarc2002The LDS faith actually studies and learns from the Bible extensively in church lessons, Conference Talks, Devotionals, Seminary (which is standard for high school students), Institute (college age students), and so on. The Book of Mormon strongly supports the Bible and the Bible strongly supports our faith. We don't expect the youth to retain everything in the Bible or Book of Mormon, but to learn the spiritual principles within them. But we do encourage them to try to remember scriptures that strengthen our testimony of Jesus Christ and to help us on our covenant path with God. And some members know or remember scriptures more than others. We don't feel how much scripture we retain is what measures our relationship with God, but we are taught to read them regularly which beings the Holy Spirit and to try to follow the precepts within them, such as the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament, which can bring us closer to God. Ironically, we often wonder the same thing about other faiths when it comes to the Bible because there are so many scriptures in it that strongly support our faith that we wonder if other faiths overlook them or if they are unfamiliar with them. Some we know we just have different interpretations of them, but others it seems we are the only ones who believe them.

[@craigolsen8057]

Try listening to DAVID ALEXANDER on youtube. He is a recent convert to the church and very knowledgeable on the bible and mainstream Christianity's teachings

[@camronbrewer8994]

I haven't been brought to tears in a long time with testimony. What a beautiful person and beautiful testimony.... She totally put God first and her heroes were the prophets.... Most of all her Savior. So so cool.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Loved this comment

[@timothycrump5634]

What an incredible story. Thank you for sharing your conversion experience. I love hearing about others coming to know Christ more through His gospel!

[@natecall2518]

I needed to hear this in my life right now. Thank you.

[@longlifeprinters9]

She is so precious, what a great story, a true story. Please, remember your happy, peaceful experiences with the Spirit of God talking with & witnessing to you & then how blah, blah, ucky you felt with false info being given to you. The spirit of warmth, happiness is one thing others cannot stop from happening to people when they hear the fullness of the Gospel.

[@melissamoen9993]

Cheyenne, thank you for sharing your story! I loved the part when you talked with the bishop about your concerns after the Sunday school lesson. You mentioned that you had learned about the restoration before, but for some reason when the Bishop explained it to you it just clicked, and I think that can be so helpful for anyone who is trying to share the gospelto understand. Sometimes we might share a doctrine or principle with someone and they might not really get it at first, but we are planting seeds, and they might have their light bulb moment later when they learn it again. ❤

[@Whatiftheresmore1314]

What a beautiful bright light in this dark world. You can tell her heart is humble and willing to listen to the Spirit when he speaks. May the good Lord continue to bless her and her family.❤️🙏🏻☀️

[@cheyennetrull7723]

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[@livingtruth2374]

What a courageous young woman! She understood the Holy Ghost and followed it, and stayed close to Christ despite all opposition, she's truly of Israel - Thank you for sharing your story and testimony.

I`m from Brazil and I really needed to listen to this today, thank you so much for sharing.

[@kathrynquinn6889]

Thank you for sharing your testimony. I felt my own testimony strengthened as I felt the sweet confirmations of the Spirit listening to yours.

[@peter10562]

I literally stop the video at 24:47 when you said “just being so hurt because they had known me” I am in tears as I think about my conversion story. People know the person I was and to make the dramatic change in my life after I came back to church is what I don’t understand why people can’t be happy for me. I was alcoholic and a drug user. Making a lot of bad decisions. Now I’m sober and serving others in the Church and Community and still people question my Faith 🤦🏻‍♂️ lol Thank You Lord for the restoration of the gospel. I LOVE YOU JESUS 🙏🏽 Plan of Salvation is True and Families are Forever!!!

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Loved reading this

[@peter10562]

@@cheyennetrull7723 Thank You for sharing your testimony. It was pure and sincere as a child. You inspire me to be more like our Savior ✝️🙏🏽

[@lizlambert]

By their fruits

[@brucedixon5185]

Cheyenne, I served in the New Zealand Christchurch Mission. It was a difficult mission, but my testimony gained strength the more criticism I received. Thank you so much for your story.

[@niroms8199]

Cheyenne... you have all my respect. Not an easy path with so much opposition. Good for you for recognizing the spirit through all these difficult moments. The day will come when all those who opposed you will find you to apologize for the challenge they gave you. Your example is awesome. So happy you got the chance to serve a mission. Love Love your story.

[@BillPowers-qy8bp]

I totally agree with you. I was going to say the same thing but forgot with my senile mind hehe. We need to keep thinking Celestial!!! ❤

[@craigolsen8057]

Cheyenne the Lord always leads the honest and pure in heart to the truth. Thats what I was thinking as I listened to your conversion story. That and also how happy you are as you share you conversion! Keep up the Lords work!

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Thank you

[@cherylmortensen3631]

What a neat interview! Thank you for sharing Cheyenne, the light of Christ literally shines from you!

[@christinegreenall9054]

Wow. Thank you for sharing your spiritual journey, Cheyenne! ❤ You are such a good example of finding your own way by following your mind, heart, and spirit. I’m so happy for you. I joined the church when I was 18 years old and received a lot of criticism but now I am 54 years old with wonderful husband, two married daughters, and six grandchildren. My life is so much more meaningful and it was the best decision in my life. ♥️

[@calebschmidtyay]

This is so inspiring to me I don't think I could handle losing all those friends that must have been soooooo hard. Your faith inspires me and I feel God in it and this video has helped me more than I thought. I needed to hear this. Thankyou so much for sharing!!!

[@cheyennetrull7723]

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[@TylerRust-ux4kp]

Your story and your faith strengthen me. Thanks for sharing.

[@tamragoodrich6067]

This story made me tear up. God is so good to wait patiently for us.

[@lizlambert]

Yes waited for me till I was 68 lol

[@jeffreyturner4252]

Thank you Cheyenne for your testimony and story. Your light shines brightly. I too am a convert. Some similarities in being disowned by friends and family. My mission was a great testimony builder. I pinch myself sometimes knowing this is the Lords church.

[@dallindickinson9363]

Thats so awsome! I love hearing conversation story's, I always feal the spirit.

[@bubba7665]

Wonderful story. A true daughter in Israel. Thank you for sharing it Cheyenne. I felt the Spirit as you spoke. Made my day.

[@josephspratling3511]

Your channel is amazing thank you!! I have been raised in a good home and in the church. I have always felt a risistance to the stereo typical culture of the church. I have never liked wearng suits or parting my hair. I love seeing you as a faithful member is still comfortable being herself and having blue hair! I love the Lord and the Gospel and I have never doubted that, but sometimes I feel uncomfortable around members. That is why its so important to focus on Christ and whether or not this gospel is bringing you closer to him. Also remember its not my place to judge others but to love them however they are.

[@Jace28142]

Thank you for sharing. You are a beautiful example for all. Your joy and love of the Gospel of Jesus Christ shines!

[@BonsaiLex]

What an awesome inspiring, uplifting story. Loved when she talked about hard things and opposition being good for us & couldn’t agree more.

[@SaintsUnscripted]

Glad you liked it!

[@Raina72]

Cheyenne-thank you so much! I enjoyed hearing your story. You are such a strong and bright young lady. ❤

[@miketerry6992]

What an amazing young woman. So Impressed @cheyenne.

[@kathrynburgess8987]

Beautiful girl inside and out. Thanks for sharing your testimony with the world. ❤

[@45s262]

Wonderful testimony.. obviously not without a price..

[@sherryhughes8412]

I loved to hear your conversation story. I joined the church when I was 18. After my baptism the missionaries gave me a picture of Spencer W. Kimball our prophet at the time and when I showed it to my parents, my mom said I was brainwashed. It's been 45 years since my baptism and I am so grateful I was "brainwashed" because it's been the best decision I've made in my entire life. I love the gospel and my Savior. Thank you for sharing your beautiful testimony❤

[@cheyennetrull7723]

People told that to me too, but I think it’s because they don’t know a lot about the church.

[@dcorem1]

Cheyenne, your conversion story touched me deeply! Thank you so much for your grit, faith and determination! You are a blessing to every soul your st;ory touches!!

[@brendariddle5288]

Thank you for your beautiful testimony.

[@VanceCarolin]

Beautiful story...I am also a convert, joined in 1973. My only regret is... I wish that I joined the LDS Church sooner.

[@tylerjohnson843]

What courage you have, thank you for sharing. More blessings ahead for sure.

[@InsidetheCasino]

Loved her story. Keep the Faith, Sister! You’re on the right track. The Church is true! 👍🏻😊

[@karenarmatage3198]

Wow you are so strong! I can’t imagine having that faith you had to join the church. What a great example you are!!

[@jamesbroughton7870]

I was baptized in 1997 and it’s the best thing that’s ever happened to me. This was a wonderful story. I was so engrossed in listening to it I couldn’t stop. It was just a blessing. My love goes out to all the converts that I’ve gone through these difficult times because I had a lot of people that disowned me as well, but it’s true

[@DerGlaetze]

When I joined the LDS Church at the age of 20, I was so grateful my parents and siblings were OK with it. However, I was insulted by quite a few of my other relatives and former friends and acquaintances. I am now almost 70 and still holding on to the iron rod.

[@halffeelee]

when i was a senior in high school, i joined the church. i remember getting a bunch of backlash. my pops walked out of my baptism. my friends mocked me. my sister in law brought me to her church trying to convince me to change my mind. my brother also used to be a part of the assembly of god movement in texas and is still a bigtime leader in the evangelical community in his area. great guy. as hard as the backlash was, i couldn't deny what god revealed to me. "bless your heart" cheyenne. thanks for sharing your story.

[@kennethlang5669]

Your story is so inspiring. All the stuff you faced. I don't think I could have survived that. Your little spark never went out. My wife's daughter served in Auckland. I'm so thankful you held on. I look at you as a modern day Nicodemus. I wonder if he ever overcame his fears and joined as well. Your family is eternally blessed. I joined in 82. Never looked back. Merry Christmas.

[@GinaMacArt]

Thank you Cheyenne for sharing your conversion story. I appreciate your courage and strength. Hugs and love from Gina Mac of Queensland, Australia. 😊❤️🙏🇦🇺🎄✨️

[@libbycabrera8406]

First of all, Cheyenne you are just adorable and have the most inviting and kind personality. Second, thank you for sharing your experience. I wish I had that conviction for my beliefs at that age. I'm about to turn 30 and I'm just learning how to stand up for what I believe in. I have a hard conversation with a loved one soon and I've been terrified, so your story was much needed today.

[@ThomasKeller-t9o]

I was baptized just over two years ago and it was certainly the best decision of my life. It wasn't always easy, my family wasn't particularly happy about it. But it has brought so much more joy into my life.

[@josephpergler2749]

Thanks for sharing your experience, trials, and successes. You were an amazing young woman… and now a wonderful young lady.

[@greengrohydroseedingtravis5666]

God bless you, so impressive for you to recognize the spirit and have the courage to follow it. Losing friends, and close family relationships due to your faith is inspiring. Keep it up

[@jay6562]

Cheyenne is an amazing example of following God from such a young age! She is a true follower of Jesus Christ. You have done so many things of your own free will and choice. It is glorious how you pursued God on your own through all of that opposition. God loves your effort. You have reminded me why God gives us opposition. And let us figure it out on our own, but with his spirit as our only help and guide.

[@TJackSurvival]

Awesome Channel and story! Thanks for posting!

[@SaintsUnscripted]

Thank you so much!

[@John-jh999]

Look at you sharing your testimony naturally, it's refreshing. As a first generation member I've had similar experiences.

[@Frisby412]

Cheyenne, thanks for your testimony and faith, as a convert I can relate to your struggles.

[@Diego-tk2pg]

Cheyenne, your story is incredible!! You are such an amazing faith example, thank you for being you!

[@SHREKfiona1234]

I'm from Texas too, great conversion story.

[@nikkis9955]

I took the missionary lessons at age 14, and I could very much relate to Joseph Smith's search for truth at my same age. I was baptized just after turning 15. At 16, I visited an Assembly of God church with a friend. They immediately took me to the pastor to turn me from the "devilish church" I was in. They gave me anti-mormon literature. Everything I saw, heard, and read from them (because they were so terribly off base from what they thought we believe - and because the Spirit was not with them) the things they said, did, and the materials I read from them actually strengthened my faith in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints being Christ's true church.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

Loved reading this!

[@johngreene7790]

Your testimony reminds me of the dialogue between the Savior and his disciples when he asked them "whom do men say that I the Son of man am?" The disciples reported that there were many opinions as to who he was, all of them wrong. Then he asked "But whom say ye that I am?" Peter replied without hesitation, "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God." The Savior commended him, "Blessed art thou Simon Barjona: for flesh and blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my father which is in heaven." This was essentially a master class by the Savior on how we may discern truth from error. You knew, Cheyenne, that this is the work of God in spite of the opinions of "flesh and blood" because the Father had revealed it to you. The Savior went on to say that "upon this rock (i.e., the rock of revelation from the Father) I will build my church." And so he has. You are evidence of that. So am I.

[@JPShepard5]

What a contrast it is to compare the countenance of this woman with those of the critics of the church. Light versus dark. Joy versus bitterness. Kindness versus vitriol.

[@brucenorth5337]

On 12/7/2023@@user-wg5dm6oc3treplied, "She's a grown woman and sounds like a naive teenager to me. No wonder she was conned." Were you talking about Cheyenne, "M"? I wonder; do we see in the world what we bring to the world? Cheyenne said she was not convinced by the "Mormons," and she was not convinced by the Evangelicals. Her conversion was by the Spirit of Christ. If by "naive teenager" you mean she sounds happy, loving, kind, considerate, and even joyful and fulfilled, then I agree with you. Jesus helps us to recognize the truth by His teachings: "By their fruits ye shall know them. (KJV Matthew 7:20. See Matt. 7:13-27)" Paul explained to the saints in Galatia how to recognize what the fruits of the Spirit are: love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance (Galatians 5:22-23). Do these words apply to Cheyenne? If so, she bears the fruits of the Spirit, and we know Who she follows. That's how I see Cheyenne. Hopefully, M, we all follow the teachings of Christ Jesus when we only judge others the way we want to be judged ourselves (Matthew 7:1-5). I myself am so grateful and praise God that I can be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the same church Cheyenne joined. This is Christ's true church, with the full gospel, believing and teaching the whole Bible. God be with you, M.❤ May you find the peace you desire.🙂

[@tacotuesday1960]

@@user-wg5dm6oc3tI think you’re proving his point 😂

[@stokenasty]

What a contrast to compare how faithful members view criticism versus those with open minds

[@brucenorth5337]

On 12/16/2023@@stokenasty replied, "What a contrast to compare how faithful members view criticism versus those with open minds" Thank you for taking the time to comment, Matt Stoker! Do you have any criticism you'd like to share? If you have any desire to engage in thoughtful dialog, and back up your statements, I'm very open to hear all you have to say. I'm looking forward to your reply! 🙂

[@stokenasty]

@@brucenorth5337 where would you like to begin?

[@johnterry8958]

What a wonderful testimony, and Cheyenne, you are such a great person with such great faith. I can see the light of the Lord in your life.

[@alancrookston5906]

What a great story, thanks for sharing your testimony

[@JamesCraigWhoop]

Enjoyed this testimonial. I was baptized at 19. Served in STL 96 to 98. Great people that helped me along. Thankfully not too much anti really, I was in Southern California at the time.

[@monicarb83]

Thank you for sharing your story. It made me tear up. So brave and courageous since young age. I love your testimony.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

❤❤

[@daviddavenport6896]

I’m 80 years old and a convert when 33. I remember a young lady, Sally, who was baptized when in high school. Her family was affluent in the community. She took to the gospel almost immediately. I’m sure she went through some of the same struggles as you! She went to BYU, married a return missionary, and raised a large, beautiful family. Still, she has that same testimony gained as a youth. It seemed her parents didn’t interfere with her path at all. I could be wrong though. After all these years I stay in touch. I plan to sit down with her one day in the Celestial Kingdom and reminisce! BTW, I was her Branch President and was honored to be asked by her to perform her baptism those many years ago. From listening to Cheyennes testimony I wish I had been more attentive to her after her conversion, but apparently she didn’t need it. Donny and Marie Osmond were her inspiration to join the church. Sally has been one of my inspirations to stick it out! Cheyenne, you hold on! Thanks for your wonderful testimony. I hope it will be quoted from by angels.

[@MLeib56]

Time well spent, watching this conversion story that is. Good for you, Cheyenne! I see agency at work all through your story. As a convert myself, I know you chose correctly.

[@kjake1]

Loved listening to this story. The phrase " it was like the nutella in the crazy sandwich" is the best!

[@drew123saulpaul]

What a beautiful story! God loves us all and reaches out in great mercy.

[@debbieapperson3026]

What a beautiful person you are. I love that you pursued what YOU felt was right. I’ve always said “ If you want to know what Baptists believe ask a Baptist, if you want to know what a member of the church of JESUS CHRIST OF LDS believes ask A MEMBER not a preacher who bad mouths our church. Make sense. Seek and ye shall find, knock and it shall be opened UNTO YOU!! Welcome Cheyenne!!! ❤️🥰👍

[@kroski5489]

Thank you very much for sharing!

[@threegreendown414]

I love your conversion story, Cheyenne. My best friends, Rick and Robyn Balli, served as the Mission President in the Auckland, New Zealand Mission. I'm wondering if you were there at the same time as they were by any chance. They returned home a few years ago, maybe before you were there. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@cheyennetrull7723]

I WAS THERE! They were my mission presidents

[@threegreendown414]

That is amazing! I’m going to tell them that I saw your video. It’s a small world. ❤

[@hbofbyu1]

Cheyenne must come from a good family. I hope they can focus on the beliefs and values they have in common, and not the differences, to bring them closer again.

[@mattproctor4333]

Thank you so much for sharing this!!!! I loved it!!!!

[@cottoncountrytrucker2087]

I’ll be 40 in May. I’m being baptized in 2 days. It’s helped me to quit many bad habits and has already helped my marriage and family. I can’t understand why anyone would be against that but they are.

[@SaintsUnscripted]

Congratulations!

[@cottoncountrytrucker2087]

@@SaintsUnscripted thanks so much. I’m excited about it. My wife is attending the branch valentines fellowship with me on Friday, her the kids and my mom are going to my baptism, and the wife and kids are going to attend sacrament with me this Sunday. The most important people in my life are being very supportive because I was in such a dark place before this. I’m almost at 2 months of sobriety and this Sunday will be 3 weeks of no cigarettes. I had been smoking for 25 years.