Dear Sisters and Elders –
Missionary work is challenging. Sometimes we may be tempted to get discouraged and even feel like we are on our own. However, we know that Heavenly Father and His Son will support us (see DC 39:12; 49:27; 84:88) and that we have access to the Holy Ghost when worthy (see Alma 17:3; DC 43:15-16).
In addition, there are many from the other side of the veil praying and working to help us find those that are prepared to receive the gospel of Jesus Christ. Elder Melvin J. Ballard (Apostle from 1919 to 1939) explained:
“It was made known to me that it is because the righteous dead who have received the Gospel in the spirit world are exercising themselves, and in answers to their prayers elders of the Church are sent to the homes of their posterity so that the Gospel might be taught to them, and that descendant in the flesh is then privileged to do the work for his dead kindred. I want to say to you that it is with greater intensity that the hearts of the fathers and mothers in the spirit world are turned to their children now in the flesh than our hearts are turned to them” (Melvin R. Ballard, Melvin J. Ballard, Crusader for Righteousness, Bookcraft, 1977, p. 219).
When you are tempted to become discouraged, remember that Heavenly Father, Our Elder Brother, the Holy Ghost, and others beyond the veil are supporting you.
“I will go before your face. I will be on your right hand and on your left, and my Spirit shall be in your hearts, and mine angels round about you, to bear you up” (DC 84:88). We are part of a greater effort than we sometimes realize!
Love,
President Pingree
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| Sister Sheldon arrived today, a few days later than her MTC group. Welcome! |
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| Sister Sheldon meets her two companions in the Woodlands |
