Scott Lawrason’s Seven-Year Transformation Journey: A Profound Change Through Christ

What happens when the darkest moments of your life meet the light of Christ? Have you ever felt like your past defines you? In this episode of Seekers of Christ, I sit down with Scott Lawrason, who shares a story that will stir your soul and challenge the way you think about redemption, hope, and the Savior’s power to heal. Scott's life, colored by adversity and struggle, transforms as he discovers a deeper purpose through Jesus Christ. Could the trials of your past be the stepping stones to your greatest spiritual breakthroughs?

About the Guest

Scott Lawrason, a long-time member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, didn’t start his life on the easiest path. His upbringing, marked by hardship and personal trials, led him down a road of self-discovery and faith. Today, Scott is a testament to the transformative power of Jesus Christ, using his story to help others find hope and redemption, no matter how lost they may feel.

What We Discuss in This Episode

In this deeply moving episode, Scott takes us on his personal journey of conversion and faith. Raised without a strong religious background, Scott found himself wrestling with the weight of personal mistakes, addiction, and the longing for a better life. His candid story of meeting his wife, battling internal demons, and eventually accepting the gospel is nothing short of inspiring.

The Role of the Holy Spirit

Scott reflects on feeling the presence of something greater long before he could identify it as the Holy Ghost.
"There was clarity. There was purpose. There was direction."

Breaking Free from the Past

How Scott’s colorful and troubled past nearly held him back—and the powerful realization that led him to let go and embrace the future.

The Addiction Recovery Program (ARP)

Scott discusses how the church’s ARP helped him recognize and heal the broken parts of himself.
"No matter what anybody thinks of me, anybody can change."

Living a Christ-Centered Life

Scott’s heartfelt testimony about learning to see himself as a beloved son of God, worthy of love and redemption.
"Our best, even at our worst, is still enough."

Episode Highlights

• Conversion is Not a One-Time Event: Scott shares how his spiritual journey was gradual, marked by small moments of inspiration and tender mercies. He didn't realize it then, but he was slowly being led to the gospel.
  “I kept feeling the Spirit differently, but I didn’t recognize it until much later.”

• The Savior's Healing Power: One of the most moving parts of Scott's story is his realization that, despite his mistakes and hardships, Christ’s grace was sufficient.
  “I was broken, but Christ saw me for who I could become.”

Scott’s story isn’t just about his personal conversion—it’s about the universal journey we all face in overcoming our past and stepping into the light of Christ. His raw honesty about addiction, his family’s struggles, and his quest to find true healing in the gospel will resonate deeply with anyone who has ever questioned their worthiness to receive God’s love. As Scott puts it, “There is nobody that’s beyond hope.”

Whether you’re struggling with your faith, grappling with your past, or simply seeking inspiration, Scott’s testimony will remind you that we are all broken, but through Christ, we can all be healed.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s possible to rise above your circumstances and find peace in the Savior, this episode will leave you with a resounding "Yes."