Today while I was reading Alma, I read in chapters 2-4 about when the Amlicites were fighting the Nephites. As I read that there were about 20,000 killed, THEN a Lamanite army came upon them and they continue to fight. They were uncountable, according to the record we have. But we are told that the Nephites were strengthened and supported in the battle, and they were victorious.
As I was pondering those scriptures, I felt another witness that Father is near. Just as He knew what was happening with those Nephites in their battles with the Lamanites, just as He strengthened them in their struggle with the Lamanites, He is also aware of Bonnie and I in our struggles with crowns, cavities, and finances. I felt this great peaceful feeling that He can, and will take care of our enemies, those who want to delay our service, or realizing this dream of being missionaries.
All the way to work (25 minutes) I communed with Father. He told me that He was aware and would be there when I needed Him just as He always was with the Nephites. He would help take care of this obstacle of dental work. He would help pave the way, for He wants us to be out there serving in the Kingdom. He reiterated that He is my Father and is totally aware of where we are, and our goals and dreams.
It is so comforting to know that my Father, who is all powerful, all knowing, and loving is close to me through these preparations, through this final year before we go. If I really believe that, then what could possibly get in the way of our will combined with His? Why nothing of course. Ammon said in Alma 26, "Yea I know that I am nothing, as to my strength I am weak.... for in His strength I can do all things." I feel that today. With Him as my partner, WE can do all things, no matter crowns, stress tests, speed bumps, hiccups, or no matter any Lamanite attacking. Dwelling upon this truth can surely give comfort no matter the obstacle.
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