Perspective on New Media By Elder Ballard

In the Article "Sharing the Gospel Using the Internet," Elder Ballard discusses the benefit of using the internet for sharing the gospel, as the name of the article implies.  In the past, it was very difficult to spread information very quickly.  Before the time of telephones and telegrams, the most effective way was writing letter.  Today, it has changed significantly.  This generation is growing up in an age where they have useful technology all around them.  And, quite frankly, with the use of cell phones and the internet, passing information around is very easy.  We should use this technology to share the gospel.  Elder Ballard states, "Now, may I ask that you join the conversation by participating on the Internet to share the gospel and to explain in simple and clear terms the message of the Restoration."  The Internet can be a very effective way to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with such a wide audience.  Elder Ballard states that "the emergence of new media is facilitating a worldwide conversation on almost every subject."  This is astounding that the Internet can reach such a large audience on a variety of topics, including religion.  I am planning on using the internet to share the gospel with others.  It is an awesome tool to have and we should take advantage of it.