This unique missionary preparation guide centers on one simple yet unforgettable truth: to serve an effective mission, the first convert must be the missionary. Proclaiming the gospel requires more than an intellectual understanding of its concepts and principles; it requires first-hand knowledge of the reality and power of the Atonement. Indeed, in order to teach the gospel of Christ, we must know whom we serve. Using words from the scriptures and modern-day prophets as well as meaningful and inspiring stories from the mission field, the author leads prospective missionaries to explore the gospel with new eyes and discover the spiritual power of its key doctrines and principles. With this rich personal experience and understanding, missionaries will go forth as instruments of God to serve with real intent, changing the lives of others as well as their own. Indeed, the truths shared in this guide prepare people not just to be missionaries but also to become devoted disciples of Jesus Christ.