“Why should we follow Jesus Christ?” Friend, May 2016, 16–17 Answers from an Apostle Why should we follow Jesus Christ? From Elder Quentin L. Cook Of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles Adapted from “The Lord Is My Light,” Ensign, May 2015, 62–66. Jesus Christ is our light and life. When we follow Jesus, we grow stronger and become more like Him. We should remember Him and follow Him like sunflowers follow the sun across the sky. Following His light and example will bring us joy, happiness, and peace, even if things around us are hard. Meet Elder Quentin L. Cook Quentin L. Cook