April 28, 2012
Chuck,
It has come to be that time
in your life where decisions are made that will determine the outcome
of yourself. These times, now, are when you become who you will be
for the rest of your life. Choosing to serve a mission is not an
easy thing to do. You are required to sacrifice everything and give
two years to the Lord. Two years that you could be working, going to
school, dating, and having all kings of experiences. But I promise
you, that as you press forward, with faith, and a sincere desire to
serve the Lord, He will bless you and prepare you to do the things
that He has asked. Don't worry about not feeling prepared. Even
after the MTC, I wouldn't expect to feel ready to go teach. But the
best way to prepare is to just do it. If you wait and wait for a
“ready” feeling, it will never come. I want to to read some
scriptures: D&C 84:85-88, D&C 4, Joseph Smith History
1:10-20, D&C 31:3. I think that's all I can think of right now.
The MTC is great. There is
always someone to help you. I'm glad you have decided to go. Just
don't give up. Being selfless is selfish once you know your
blessings. The reward for doing service is service. The reward for
serving a full-time mission is serving a full-time mission. Plus you
bring blessings to your family and to the families you teach. The
only thing stopping you from going on a mission should be if you
don't have a testimony.
I know without a doubt that
Jesus is the Christ, He is our Savior and redeemer. I know that
Heavenly Father and Jesus showed themselves to Joseph Smith and
taught him of this church. I know that this church, The Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, is the true church, His church.
Good luck, let me know when
you get your call!
Elder Peck
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