What's one concept that you have a hard time with? Maybe you don't have a strong testimony on tithing, or prayer. That's okay, it's normal. I have a few subjects that I struggled IMMENSELY with.
Mine, was faith.
I have moved very frequently and it was hard for me to remain stable. I finally ended up in Pennsylvania and I met some of the greatest people ever. They were truly a blessing in my life. I finally accepted Christ, and His gospel. I have finally established myself and I was so happy. My grandpa died and it went downhill from there. My parents prayed about moving to Florida and I was so against it. I only lived in Pennsylvania for a year! We ended up moving down there, and I was miserable. I went to EFY in Pennsylvania and my perspective changed. I was in this one class, and the teacher (Brother Cummings) taught about the teenage pioneers.
We've all heard about them, but I've never truly listened. To think about how these families packed everything they could take, and move West, where the Lord wanted them to be, is fascinating. That takes so much faith and so much courage. To think about the kids my age, risking EVERYTHING they have to do the Lord's will is extraordinary. When I went to EFY I was still mad at my parents for making me move. But when we were discussing this, my heart softened and I told myself, The Lord should always come first. I will do whatever His will is. I didn't risk my life on the move, so why were you so hard headed?
I knew in that moment that I needed to trust God completely and fully. He knows what I need and in the time I need it. I came back with a new perspective. Sure, I didn't love it here, but I knew I needed to be here for some reason.
I know that as we allow God to guide us, we will be okay. I know that having Faith is so important and we really need to trust in Him completely and fully. I am eternally grateful for the people who have influenced me for the good.
I know that as we have a faith in God and His plan, we will never be lost. We'll be blessed greatly.
