My physical comfort has been stretched. With all the work we've been doing on the house, my muscles have muscles that ache. That comes to the front of my mind when I move the wrong way!
My talents are being challenged. My current calling in church is forcing me to be creative in a variety of ways - I'm a good soldier, a good worker, a good follower. Being the one to come up with ideas on motivation, innovative ways to accomplish tasks - those are not my strengths.
My obedience is being tested. My faith is strong and I believe in Christ. I also believe that because of my faith, I must do all that Heavenly Father requires of me. Lately, there have been a lot of things that needed to be done - and I AM doing them. However, don't think there haven't been moments when I have a flicker of thought, "What if I just didn't do this ONE thing..." So far, I have resisted that temptation.
My heart has learned, once again, that it can be broken and, at the same time, rejoice. My dear friend, Leta, passed from this world today and is now enjoying a wonderful reunion with her loved ones - especially her Dan. While I am sad that I won't have my friend here with me, I am thankful she has been released from her pain and suffering and have much gratitude for the love of a Heavenly Father that assures us of a better world to come.
I guess if I think about it, there is a common thread in my thoughts. We are put on this earth to be tried, tested, tempted. What we are promised, if we pass these tests, is a beautiful eternal life. That makes me smile - family makes me smile - families are forever. Nice thought with which to end my day.
4 comments:
I wish you had said something yesterday...I am so sorry about the loss of your friend. Do you need anything?
I heard about Leta yesterday. She was such a sweet lady. She'll be missed.
You are such a great example to me. Thanks for this post.
This post really got to me today. I really appreciated it.
I think I'm the same way with callings. I am a good worker and a good follower. I'll do whatever you ask. I however am NOT a great leader, and unfortunately was stuck in a creative, "leading" calling for 3 years. It was hard. Hopefully yours will not last as long. Hang in there.
I get what you mean about obedience too. Sometimes I think to myself "I know the church is true, but do I really have to GO today." Thankfully I usually talk myself into being obedient, even when I don't want to.
I'm sorry to hear about your friend. What a hard thing it is to loose someone we care about.
I loved the end of your post and that you left it on a positive note. I think you are passing your tests with flying colors. I love the songs you have playing right now.
I didn't know about Leta!! She will be missed for sure. I haven't been on the blog to much lately either - thanks so much for your post! It made my day! :)
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