This week has been wonderful and has lead me to ask a lot of
questions. But all of those questions has lead me to receive revelation as to
why God lets things happen. And also to try to differentiate between a loving
Father in Heaven who allows trials to come upon us and a God full of Mercy who
wants us to learn by giving us the opportunities to grow through struggles. I
know that both ring true in some instances. This last week was a week full of
trials; personally trying to dig deep into myself and find out different ways that I can look
outward so that I can more fully serve those around me and also trails that
affect our group such as sickness, and even death.
I have found myself a lot asking the question, WHY? We have
been called to do such a work. Why would be be presented with trials that would
make it difficult for us to perform our calling? I have come to the conclusion that
not only does Heavenly Father need servants who have been called, but servants
who are willing to change and be used to accomplish a specific purpose. I have
come to think about why Joseph Smith and even more so, Emma, went through so
much trial. It was to give them experience so that they could press forth with
faith.
Whenever we experience trial and opposition, we have the
choice to make the best of it, or to make it a negative experience. As we
choose to be righteous in our actions the Lord pours his richest blessings upon
us. This week we were challenged by a
priesthood leader to "prove in all things." My testimony is
strengthened everyday when I see that I have influence for wondrous things when
I am perfectly in tune with the Spirit. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter
Day Saints is so true. I know that I have a God and Creator above who loves me.
I know it with my whole HEART! Oh how great this calling!
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