Hey guys!
I know it’s been awhile and I won’t bore you with a long
tangent, but I will just say I’ve been busy.
Lately life has been a little harder, but I think it’s due
to stress, and a few other things. As some of you know, I recently put in
papers to serve a mission for my church. (The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-Day Saints.) I will probably be leaving around June or so, and am
waiting for my assignment.
Ever since I made the decision to go, life has become more
difficult. It seems like everywhere I turn, I’m faced with difficult choices,
and difficult people.
But, then I found a folded piece of paper that I had written
on and forgotten about. It was from December, and I had been texting a friend
and seeking advice. I didn’t know what to do or where to turn. He had in turn,
given me some advice that I wrote down, and now it has come in handy once
again.
“Generally, when we want to do something good is right
around when Satan starts working hardest on us and those we love. The trick,
(and secret to life, really) is remaining firm in the path when that stuff comes.
It isn’t easy, but if you remember that things will get better and trust in
Heavenly Father, He’ll take care of us.”
I went about my day with those words in my thoughts, and
found that not only are they absolutely true, but they also really work!
I decided to not dwell on the little things that come up in
life. We have this one chance to go out and so something good, and to let
little things bother you or get in the way isn’t the way we should let things
happen.
Satan has no power over us unless we give it to him. He can’t
control our actions or deeds without us first allowing him.
I’ve made this decision for myself, and honestly I know it’s
one of the best decisions I’ll ever make! I’m proud to be a member of my church
and will go and serve this mission gladly and with a purpose! I will no longer
allow Satan to have a hold of my thoughts and try and dissuade me.
I’m a Mormon.
I know it.
I live it.
I love it.
And when I get my call, I’ll go forward enthusiastically and
give it everything I have.
Thank you readers. And thanks to my friend who has continued
to inspire me without even realizing it.
You guys are really and truly amazing.
~Melanie
