Now I Know Thou Fearest God

In the Bible is the story of Abraham and Isaac, Abraham's son. Back then as a form of worship, God's people were asked to make sacrifices. They sacrificed the first and best of their flocks. This time however instead of sacrificing an animal, Abraham was asked to sacrifice his one and only son Isaac. In the Bible it says that Isaac carried the wood for his father, which means that Isaac was no little boy. He also asked his father where the lamb was to be sacrificed. I'm not a parent yet, so I can't relate too much to what Abraham was thinking and feeling as he walked with Isaac to the mountain where he was to kill him. After Abraham had tied Isaac up and was lifting the knife to deliver the fatal blow, God spoke and commanded him to stop. This is what God told him next, "for now I know that thou fearest God, seeing that thou hast not withheld thy son, thine only son from me." (Genesis 22:12)

My stake president shared that story with me today as I was released from being a full-time service missionary. As many of you know, I have been dealing with health problems that cause a lot of intense pain, but that's not the reason I decided to be released. On Tuesday one of my ministering sisters came and visited me. We talked about missions for a bit then moved on to other topics. I suddenly had a strong prompting that God was pleased with me and I had done what I needed to do in my mission. That feeling stayed with me for quite some time. I admit I was upset. I loved the 3 weeks I was able to serve and wanted to get back at it as soon as I was better. However, I knew that God knows what is best for me. So, I got an appointment with my stake president and here I am. I'm not sure what God has planned for me next, but I hope and pray He will continue to guide me along the path I should take and direct me to people who need His love. I love this Gospel and found much joy and satisfaction in the service I performed. I love my Heavenly Father and I love the Savior. I am so thankful for all of you and your love and support through my mission. I am grateful for the opportunity I had to serve in that capacity. I am very grateful for the ability and faith I have to receive personal revelation and my closeness with the Spirit.

Love,
Kenzie