More Than Conquerors

Elder Whitesides was super sick Tuesday and Wednesday, and I got sick Friday and Saturday so this week was not super productive. We were able to get a lot done on Thursday though so I'm grateful for that. Having so much time being unable to do missionary work was pretty educative. One of the promises in my call is "more joy than you have yet experienced await you as you humbly and prayerfully serve the lord in this labor of love among his children." I've had some tough days on my mission where I've really questioned this promise. But as I've been unable to perform this labor of love this week, I was struck by how miserable I was. I was also throwing up and in pain but just not doing anything felt terrible. I really do enjoy being a missionary. I love talking to people about the things that matter most. I was able to study a lot more than normal this week which was wonderful. I relistened to most of last conference-- it is so powerful! I think Patrick Kearon and Jorg Klebingat are worth a relisten.

 
Jesus has overcome the abuses of this world to give you power to not only survive but one day, through Him, to overcome and even conquer—to completely rise above the pain, the misery, the anguish, and see them replaced by peace.

I don't think we internalize the atonement enough. I've heard so many people testify that Jesus can walk on water and give sight to the blind and rise from the dead. Yet their personal struggles are outside of his ability, or worse-- outside of his care. He has paid the price to be able "to succor his people according to their infirmities." And to "bless us and deliver us forever." He has the capability and "every book of scripture demonstrates how willing the Lord is to intervene in the lives of those who believe in Him." He is able and he wants to. But he cannot unless we invite him, unless we exercise faith. I believe these things, and it blesses my life every single day. I love you guys!

-Elder Dahl