I'm not quite sure how to describe exactly what life has been like around here. This week went by incredibly quickly, and I can't remember a thing we did. Everything seems to be blending into one big glop... but that doesn't mean we're not enjoying it!
I have easily become much more grateful for the simple blessings provided to us each and every day. Things such as face to face conversations, beautiful, sunny weather, and even my respect for mothers who cook and clean... for a WHOLE family. Since we've actually started living in our apartment, rather than just sleeping here, we have found those two tasks specifically more difficult than anticipated. Meal planning, dishwashing, and simply keeping things tidy is no easy task, but I am also grateful for a mother who taught me how to do those things! We're learning a lot around here.
Yesterday we found out that the mission is about to receive over 100 reassigned missionaries. That will take our regular carrying capacity of about 180 missionaries to a healthy 280 by the time everyone shows up. Crazy, huh!? With that in mind, there will be loads of people transferred, areas opened, and companionships split. There is a lot happening, and boy is it exciting to be right in the middle of it. The Lord really knows what He's talking about when He says He'll hasten His work in His time.
As of late, I've been reflecting a lot on one of the Book of Mormon's simple themes: remember. Consistently, the Lord reveals His arm in an effort to remind His people that He is there, yet they always seem to revert to their own wills and desires. But, those who have been righteous, or decide to repent, have the windows of heaven opened up to them.
We are living in a time where the Lord is extending His mighty arm. A worldwide pandemic has swept through nations, causing us to change our way of life. We don't have to look too closely to recognize Who is behind this all, as well as His intent behind it. He wants us to remember. As I mentioned before, I and many others have recognized some of the simplest blessings that come from the Lord. Also, for those who have been righteous, this is a simple time where preparation and heed to the Lord's command have led to many a miracle. For others who are recognizing the Lord's role at this time, and turning unto Him, are finding the peace that comes through Christ. And lastly (there may be a few other options, but bear with me), for those who continue to deny the existence and hand of the Lord, surely will suffer some form of difficulty at this time.
The moral?
For me, I have been reviewing each night the ways that I see God's goodness in my life. It was direction provided by Elder Renlund in Conference that I heeded, and have seen great blessing from it. I look forward to the future miracles that are approaching as well. Here is a snippet from that talk he gave.
"By acknowledging that every good thing comes from Jesus Christ, we will communicate our faith more effectively to others. We will have courage when confronted with seemingly impossible tasks and circumstances. We will strengthen our resolve to keep the covenants we have made to follow the Savior. We will be filled with the love of God, want to help those in need without being judgmental, love our children and raise them in righteousness, retain a remission of our sins, and always rejoice. These are the remarkable fruits of remembering God’s goodness and mercy."
I hope each of you strives to remember the Lord in your life each day!
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