Teen Dad at 17: How the LDS Church gave me hope | with Jordan


We are so grateful to have Jordan on the show to share his story of becoming a dad at age 17, raising 4 kids, going through a divorce, and remarrying — all while navigating his relationship with God as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Thanks so much for joining us, Jordan!

0:00 – Intro
0:45 – Jordan shares about his background growing up in Utah
2:50 – Spiritual speed bumps began showing up when Jordan was 12 years old
4:35 – During his senior year of high school at age 17, Jordan had his first child
5:25 – Jordan felt lost and wasn’t sure where to go
6:20 – Home teaching changed Jordan’s life both spiritually and professionally
8:30 – Another home teacher helped Jordan during his divorce
10:30 – Divorce and attempting to sell his house caused Jordan to question his decisions
11:50 – Jordan moved in with his parents
13:00 – The search for his image and interests begins
14:05 – One of the most important events happen – Jordan meets his (now) wife!
16:50 – Jordan asks for his (now) wife’s parents for permission to marry her
17:50 – MARRIAGE! And church becomes a priority for them
19:50 – He realizes that he felt alone for a long time and felt the impression to pray. Ever since then, he has chosen to pray when he has difficulties
23:00 – You are never alone!!

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