Today I interview John Hilton iii, a religious education professor at BYU and the author of various books and teaching courses. John talks about his experience gaining a testimony as a child was largely motivated by his desire to read and fully understand scripture. John explains how during one special EFY as a 15-year-old, John felt that the Holy Ghost had "written on his heart" that the things he was testifying of were true. That feeling of the Holy Ghost has followed him throughout his life and motivated him to make good life decisions like serving a mission in Denver, Colorado for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, choosing to be a seminary teacher, and establishing fence laws for himself surrounding dating. John's vast understanding of gospel literature helps him to give some incredible advice in this episode about feeling close to God, preparing to serve a mission, and gaining a testimony. I hope you enjoy!