I hope they call me on a MISSION

I JUST WANT TO BLOG, BLOG, BLOG! So I figured instead of just wasting my time writing dumb things, like introducing myself or something (haha what? Who would write something like that..? #LAME) I would write about something of use, that could really touch someone's life, if they were to ever read this, which the chances are probably slim. BUT WHO CARES.

So let's just preface this a little bit, I have never, under any circumstances, been one of those girls who has always had the desire to serve a mission. I thought no way, no how, would I ever serve a mission. But, that all changed a couple of weeks ago. I haven't always had the strongest testimony, but I have always had the BEST examples of all time. There's my oldest brother Mike, aka the biggest stud in the world.

Yeah, try and tell me he's not adorable, oh wait, you can't!

I've also had the best young women, and young women's leaders ever!! Savannah, she's been like an older sister to me, love her more than words can explain (she leaves for the Philippines in April!). Mike's girlfriend Martina (who comes home from her mission in 13 days!!!!!:D), and last, but most certainly not least, Elder Tyson Michael Horrocks, aka my best friend(: (He's serving in Dallas as we speak!!)

I've had my struggles, just like everyone else has. And through those trials, I have discovered the truthfulness of the gospel. A few times, the thought of serving a mission even crossed my mind, but soon after it would fade away. I never seriously thought that I would even want to serve. Which was fine with me, I, as a woman in the church, (did I just call myself a woman? Ew.) do not have the responsibility to serve. So I didn't really think about it all that much. Until the mission ages got lowered last October. After President Monson made the amazing announcement that young men in the church could now serve missions at the age of 18, and young women at the age of 19, I started giving it a little more thought. Nothing serious, just thought a tad more about it than I had ever before. But, just as before, the desire to serve a mission slowly faded away. Until I watched this video. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4zZH0v8DcY

I bawled my eyes out the whole video, that may be just because I'm a crier, or that I know several kids in the video, but the thing I'm leaning towards is what? Something called the Spirit of our Heavenly Father. After watching this video, for what I think was the third time? (Still bawled my eyes out the whole time) I had this thought of, "Maybe I should go" but this time, unlike before, this thought didn't go away right after I had it. This time? This time that thought didn't go away. It got louder and louder in my head. And then that thought turned into "I'm gonna go" and I kept saying this to myself and I started crying and laughing uncontrollably, (which I'm sure was really attractive) but there is absolutely NO DOUBT in my mind that that was the Spirit testifying to me that I am supposed to go on a mission. I honestly have not changed my mind one bit, every time I see anything mission related, it just makes me more excited to go!!! I cannot wait to bear my testimony to those who have no knowledge of this amazing gospel. And I would like to share my testimony with anyone who may be reading this.

I know that The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is the true and restored gospel. I know that Jesus Christ is our Savior. My Savior. YOUR Savior. He suffered through all of our pains, trials, sicknesses, took upon the sins of everyone, so that He would be able to fully understand, and comfort you. Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ appeared to Joseph Smith, and he restored the true and full gospel on this earth. Thomas S. Monson is the true prophet on this earth today. We can all receive revalation today. Heavenly Father wants the best for us, and our older brother, Jesus Christ, is there to help us every step of the way. Through the Atonement, we are able to repent, and be forgiven of sin. He is for you. Have a strong relationship with your Savior, and your Father in Heaven. They will never forsake you. They will comfort you, stand by you, and be the shoulder you need to cry on when you feel no one else is there. They love you unconditionally. Families are forever. I could fill a whole book with my testimony, but for now I'll stop here. I love this gospel, and I am so grateful I can have the opportunity to share it with others, so that they may be able to be happy, and return to live with their Heavenly Father. I say these things in the sacred name of Jesus Christ, Amen.

 xoxo, Sarah