Response to Elder Ballard's Talk

In Elder Ballard's talk "Sharing the Gospel Using the Internet", Elder Ballard discusses modern technology and its impact on missionary work.  He explains how, since the invention of the printing press, the technology available to spread the gospel across the world has skyrocketed.  The internet, although having many negative aspects, can be a great resource in sharing what we believe.  Through social networking (such as facebook) and video-sharing sites (YouTube), we can spread the gospel at a rate faster than ever.  Elder Ballard also warns against misuses of the internet.  As we share the gospel, we need to be careful to avoid arguments and contention.  These will only draw people away from the church.  If we use technology wisely, it can be a key tool for missionary work.