Servants of the Lord, at Home and Abroad

My heart is full tonight for sure.

Last night I wasn't sure how much this change in the missionary age would affect the world, but talking to the people around me, I am filled with awe at the Lord's work.

Before yesterday, I knew so many people that were hesitant about missions. People that said "I don't want to," or "I don't know if I can," or even, "I don't feel like it's in my plan."  I was one of them.  As a girl, it is not mandated that I serve, so it has never been a big part of my life plan.  I've always thought that I would be married by then, that it wouldn't matter anyway.  Glory of glories, it is suddenly possible to serve now, and I am astounded by how many people are willing to serve, to leave school and sacrifice time to serve a mission.  They are everywhere, hundreds of them.

The best part is how serious they are taking it.  I talk to girls that say they have prayed and pondered and received their own personal witness.  I have talked to girls who are not as sure, and aren't afraid to say so.  They say, "I know it's in my plan, but I don't know yet if I'm meant to go now, or in a year, or even more."  I discussed for a while with a girl that is still unsure, but is leaning towards staying.  There is no shame in staying!  God's plan is different for all and for many it doesn't include a mission.  I am proud of those that are close enough to the Spirit to recognize that, and make their decision because of that, and not simply because they are afraid to go into the unknown.  

Those who have decided are inspirational.  
I have talked with many girls, and planned out the next eight or so months.  We are going to go through our closets and empty them of any clothes we cannot wear garments with.  We will only buy "mission modest" clothes from now on.  I recommitted with a few to learn the scripture mastery's again.  I will be taking mission prep with a few of them, and other religion classes.  We have a scripture reading group that people want to attend.  We are relearning the gospel, the scriptures, and the doctrine of the church with others in mind besides ourselves.  We are making plans with bishops and being productive.  These are all things that I knew I would do someday, and that day is today, it is now.  My life is changed.  I am changed.  I will never return to the darkness I knew before.

The Lord is expanding His work on the Earth, and asking for more qualified servants.  The valiant youth watch the bar raise even higher with a look in their eyes that says "bring it on." This is the time when we are all turning to the Lord to discover what His plan for us is.  Are we to go forth and serve, or stay behind and also serve?  Where does He want us?

I'll go where you want me to go, dear Lord.

Over mountains or plains or sea.

I'll say want you want me to say, dear Lord.

I'll be what you want me to be.

The church, and therefore, the world, will never be the same again.  The righteous are stepping up,  and the Law of Opposition requires the same of the world.  It will not be easy, no matter where we are sent, but we are not alone.  The Lord watches over His children and keeps them safe.  To any of you who have stayed on this page long enough to get this far, do not be afraid, your Father in Heaven knows you, and knows where to send you.  Be willing to obey His commands, He will not lead you astray.

Until we meet again!

Crazy Score for the Day: 10 of 10