Come Back Podcast After years away from the church, Marcy has a near death experience that taught her the truth of temple covenants.
Jan 26, 2025
A powerful near-death experience leads to profound insights about temple covenants rather than the afterlife. Marcy shares the pivotal moments of her journey, including the impact of family support and community healing after loss. She reflects on her struggles with identity and mental health, revealing the importance of spirituality in overcoming challenges. The conversation highlights the bonds formed through shared experiences and the comforting role that faith plays in navigating grief and finding belonging.
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Losing Faith in College
- Marcy felt alienated and judged while attending BYU church activities and finally stopped attending due to a harsh call to repent.
- This experience contributed to her losing faith for some years and turning to a different lifestyle in Salt Lake City.
Rebuilding Faith Through Service
- Returning to church after years, Marcy found love and support from her previous Young Women's president and slowly rebuilt her testimony.
- Teaching Primary doctrinal lessons helped Marcy regain faith by requiring personal spiritual preparation.
Husband's Journey to Faith
- Marcy's husband, initially skeptical and unfamiliar with Mormonism, softened through interactions with joyful missionaries and his love for their children.
- His gradual openness led him to baptism and embracing the faith for his family's sake.