The Bible talks about the first being last (Jews) and the last being first (Gentiles). Technically not being Jewish we are gentiles, but the Gospel is meant for all. We (LDS) believe we existed as spirit children in the pre-existence before with God and that those of us who made covenants there are of Israel. Many of us have literal roots that link us to Abraham. For instance, I am also Irish, native American (Cherokee), English, French, etc., but have been given a blessing which links me literally to the house of Israel through Ephraim (through Joseph). It basically means those who are through Abraham. I am "of Israel." Many Indians are of Mannasah. But anytime anyone accepts the Gospel even if not literally of Israel, they are "grafted" into the "tree." The Jews obviously have rejected Jesus the Christ but when He returns they will know He was and is their literal redeemer. They expected a Messiah who would come and save them in their condition quite literally (from bondage) but He saved us all from bondage from sin. When He returns, though, He will literally save them from physical destruction because they will be at the brink of it....

There is a lot of anti-Mormon hogwash which some of the members on here like to promote, but the Book of Mormon is actually a record of the Native Americans back to 600 BC. They came over from Jerusalem originally as a family. Jesus came to America and established His church here on the American continent before He ascended into Heaven (but after His resurrection). The people here experienced 300 years of peace but then went back to their warring ways. (The Incans, Mayans, Aztecs and on to the modern day Tribes that they eventually spread into).

Anyway - don't worry Sean. I have a feeling you are definitely "of Israel." Usually they are people who respond. His sheep hear His voice : )