I chose to serve a mission because of what I have gained from the Gospel of Christ. Though both my older siblings have served and lots of friends encouraged me to do so and supported me, the real reason I chose to serve a mission is because of Love and Joy! I chose to serve because I have a testimony of the fact that we are all God's children and because of that I know all people are my brothers and sisters unto God. This brings me to realize that the Joy that I have been able to experience from the gospel and the blessings from following said gospel I should not only enjoy and take advantage of but I should also and am happy to give others the opportunity to receive the happiness and Joy that I have received by serving a mission!! 3 Nephi 18:24:
Therefore, hold up your light that it may shine unto the world. Behold I am the light which ye shall hold up—that which ye have seen me do. Behold ye see that I have prayed unto the Father, and ye all have witnessed.