I was once called to be a ward missionary.
When the bishop extended the call to my husband and me, I honestly didn’t even know what that calling meant.
Pretty soon, the ward mission leader contacted us and asked us to come to a bimonthly meeting with the missionaries, followed by visiting members of the ward.
I diligently attended the meeting the first few times…
But soon, there was always a good excuse not to go to these meetings when they came around.
I mean, I had a busy life!
I remember thinking, “I know I’m not fulfilling my calling the best I can right now, but if I had a different, bigger calling, I would do better.”
I eventually realized I would never magically “do better” if I had more to do.
Heavenly Father wanted me to give my best no matter the calling.
As soon as I humbled myself and recommitted to my calling, I received a new one.
“And when he shall prove himself faithful in all things that shall be entrusted unto his care, yea, even a few things, he shall be made ruler over many.” (D&C 124:113)
Do we sometimes fall into the trap of thinking that we would be better off if we had something “more important” to do?
The Lord asks us to show that we can be faithful with just a few things first.
Whether it’s starting a small family scripture study habit, saying personal prayers for just a minute, or saying hi to someone new, we can show our diligence in small and simple tasks.
He’s not expecting perfection.
But He is asking us to be filled with faith as we continue to try our best.
“Wake up and do something more than dream of your mansions above!”
Happy Studying!
-Cali Black
