Wednesday we had a mission conference with every missionary and the new zones we got. It was pretty fun! We got to watch an MTC devotional with Elder Holland and it was very good! He talked about the importance of our work as missionaries. He also talked about the importance of understanding the atonement of Jesus Christ.
Yesterday I had to speak in the Samoan ward and that was pretty good! I talked about the importance of missionary work and the importance of members joining in on "the greatest work on earth."
One thing I shared was Mosiah 2:41
And moreover, I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God [especially missionary work]. For behold, they are blessed in all things, both temporal and spiritual; and if they hold out faithful to the end they are received into heaven, that thereby they may dwell with God in a state of never-ending happiness. O remember, remember that these things are true; for the Lord God hath spoken it.
I love how it says were blessed in all things temporal and spiritual. I know that as we share our testimony and love for others we will absolutely be happy and want to share it more.
Also I used President Uchtdorf's talk from last conference about missionary work and it is really great. I would love each of you to read that this week. I also like the last part of his talk.
But What If It’s Hard?
“But,” you might ask, “what if I do all this and people react poorly? What if they are critical about the Church? What if they unfriend me?”
Yes, that may happen. Since ancient times, disciples of Jesus Christ have often been persecuted. The Apostle Peter said, “Rejoice … as you share Christ’s sufferings.” The early Saints rejoiced “that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.”
Remember, the Lord works in mysterious ways. It may be that by your Christlike response to rejection a hardened heart could be softened.
As an Apostle of the Lord Jesus Christ, I bless you with the confidence to be a living testimonial of gospel values, with the courage to always be recognized as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, with the humility to assist in His work as an expression of your love for Heavenly Father and His children.
My dear friends, you will rejoice in knowing that you are a significant part in the long-foretold gathering of Israel, preparing for Christ’s coming in “power and great glory; with all the holy angels.”
Heavenly Father knows you. The Lord loves you. God will bless you. This work is ordained of Him. You can do this. We can all do this together.
I know missionary work is the best work we can do! Pray for missionary opportunities daily and they will come. I love you all and hope you have a great day!
Elder Toller
We sure love you, Elder Thomas!!! Thanks for the words of inspriration.
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