This COVID experience has been the opposite of what you are talking about for me. I have felt so much peace. I KNOW, in my heart of hearts that God has got all of this. You said "God can't be held in or limited by a quarantine". What The Holy Spirit has been whispering to me is that this quarantine is PART of HIS work! I know people are suffering, and I know it is difficult, but these are the last days. Through these situations, God is covering the earth in His Spirit. He is whispering to everyone everywhere, "I am here. Come to Me. You will find peace." He is begging everyone to let go of their worldiness and turn to Him for the answers. Because He has them! All through the scriptures we see that God teaches people through adversity. This is no different.
I never stopped to think you receive NO feed back. Your life is so much different with little children. You have made me feel Heavenly Father is teaching us all something from where ever we are, at this time
No toilet paper in supermarkets here, plenty of onions to help us cry though. We are sewing masks for gifting to those in need as none available in chemist shops and other places of need. Funny how our lives can change from what is important one day to the next. My husband would choose to stay home all his life and never go out the gate so lockdown does not bother him. My parents have their 70th wedding anniversary this coming Sunday 5th April and we originally planned to have all 10 children and the grandchildren and great grandchildren but then I thought of conferencing and sadly one sibling does not want to see or hear a few others in the family. I do hope this challenging time will help people forgive others and not hold grudges. I love that we have the scriptures. Your Don't Miss This is so special to my viewing time and pondering upon your contribution, thank you.
I had never thought of the fact that the two of you speak to a camera without interaction week after week. THANK YOU for doing what you do and know that people, such as myself,look forward to your lessons, messages, and insights EVERY SINGLE WEEK. My time with you via youtube is sacred and precious and the Spirit you have brought into my life through the scriptures and gospel principles is priceless.
I'm listening to this on July 7th and I just wanted to tell you guys this is exactly what I needed right now. I don't think it would have the same effect if I had listened when it came out. TENDER MERCIES! I love how David made the connection that expectations are the enemy of finding contentment in captivity...I have had so many expectations in several different aspects of my life through Coronapocalypse and I can see now that they have kept the Lord's tender mercies hidden. It doesn't mean they weren't there, but now I have to (get to) think back at all the tender mercies I missed because I allowed satan to take up room in me with expectations. This is what im walking away with today. Thank you for being his instrument and delivering that tender mercy to me today...bless you!
Oh I love you two!!! Thank you! I am a mother, quarantined in my house...I needed the sweet reminder of I am God’s daughter and he has a work for me! Oh thank you!
absolutely love your videos! I’m 65 and have read the Book of Mormon over 50 times.....you guys make me think about things I never have thought about before.....Thanks so much!
Thank you for this beautiful reminder of God's love for us. I loved the scripture at the end Exodus 14:13...as you paraphrased it: Fear Ye Not, Stand Still , and see the salvation of the Lord. Watch it happen in a way that you never ever expected.
Time Stamps: 00:00 Welcome 00:18 Excerpt of letter from Hermana Freeman 01:27 Morning routine: What is my purpose in this place? 02:15 David's story of his nephew 04:02 Discussion on learning lessons during times of change 06:37 Study Tip: Finding additional scriptural examples of those who found purpose in their place 07:38 Lesson #1: Remember Who I Am (Moses 1:3; Exodus 3:13-15; and Exodus 6:1-8) 13:09 Emily's story: Who do you need God to be right now? 14:05 Lesson #2: Remember Who You Are (Moses 1:3-4; Moses 1:32-35; and Ephesians 2:10) 16:38 David's story of his mission president 18:12 Lesson #3: Discover The Work He Has For You (Moses 1:6 and D&C 11) 23:30 Lesson #4: Defeat Satan's Doubt and Discouragement (Moses 1:13-21 and Exodus 4:1-5) 25:12 Emily's story about a speaking assignment 27:14 Lesson #5: Be Made Stronger (Moses 1:25 and D&C 38) 31:16 Lesson #6: Stand in God's Presence (Moses 1:31) 34:12 Lesson #7: Find Contentment in Mercies (Moses 1:36) 38:45 Lesson #8: Do His Work (Moses 1:39; Exodus 4:29-31; and D&C 88:73-80) 43:43 Exodus 14:13 45:18 Conclusion
THANKS SO MUCH FOR DOING THIS. My wife Emily is so grateful that you spend so much time doing this. It was requested a lot and she doesn't have the time to do what you do so well.
Thank you guys so much. This is the first time that ive watched your vodeos. I got back from Brazil 3 days ago serving as a missionary for 11 months. I havent heard anything from anyone about if i will be relesed or reassigned. I am simply waiting out the quarenteene like everyone else. And I have felt that there is nothing to do. Thank you for your inspired words, and for this exciting reminder that God is waiting for us to jump on board. To ask him what we need to do. I beleve that I was sent home because this is where God needs me NOW. and you guys helped me remember this. I will be praying asking what I can do todaym. Whats my errand. And then simply following the answer. THANK YOU GUYS
Last week I sent a text to our five adult children’s families with the words from Matthew 18:20 and reminding them that the ordinance of the sacrament being administered in their homes made their homes a sacred space. I have felt the presence and spirit of the Lord more strongly in our home since we have been asked to remain home. It is one of many tender mercies that we are seeing in our family.
This video really had great timing for those Elders and Sisters who are seeing their missions cut short. I lost my dad 5 months into my mission, but chose not to go home, worried I would have a hard time going back to Brazil if I went home. Than in 1990 the Gulf War caused some issues in Sao Paulo where an LDS Chapel was bombed. As a result we were required to no longer wear our name tags until things got safe again. It seems like a small thing but I still remember the feelings we all felt and the tears that soaked our cheeks as we were told we couldn't wear the Savior's Name on our chest for a few months. I'm praying all missionaries going through this trial will remember the things mentioned in this video. Thanks again David and Emily your words are always a highlight of my week.
Thank you so much for these videos! I returned home early from my mission a few weeks ago and it was devastating. I have been trying and praying every day to find my purpose of all of this, I do not know if I have found it yet but thank you for the amazing encouragements and insights. I know there are miracles awaiting us all and this will be a huge growing experience for everyone who lets it. Come what may and love it!
Thank you for all you do for uplifting me (us!!!). I woke up this morning thinking how am I going to make the things I need to do happen. I’ve been googling and you-tubing and this episode (of greatness!) just happened to show up in my feed!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I’m not serving a mission, ( aren’t we all in some way?) but everything you’ve both said is what I needed to hear. I’m a widow and do not have a priesthood holder in my home. I’m working at home now and need to figure out some ways to “contact” my preschool speech students. It is absolutely overwhelming to me. But as I was listening to you today, I had a huge prompting come to me. I need to use the wonderful priesthood to help me. I am now calling on my ministers to give me a blessing. I know this blessing will help me figure out the worldly things I need to do as well as the spiritual things I need and what I can do to look for these tender mercies on a daily basis! Thank you so much! (PS yes!!! It certainly does feel like groundhog’s day over and over and over.......) ❤️❤️❤️❤️
We are moving to a new part of the Lord’s vineyard. With two properties to sell we have been a little apprehensive about this quarantine coming at the very time when we needed to be advertising them and having people coming through to see our homes. We decided to put a for sale by owner sign on one of them on Monday this week. We also were going to have an open house on the weekend hoping just a few people might come who were well. The day we put up the sign we got a call from a young couple who wanted to look at it that day. The next day we had an offer from them that we countered and accepted today. As we were going through all of this a friend stopped by and offered to buy the home we live in. We wrote up a contract! Selling both our homes in the same day is definitely a miracle! The Lord knows who we are, and what we need. He knew we couldn’t have a constant parade of people coming through our homes at this time. What a blessing! I am so grateful and truly love Him. Thank you for your insights and for being a voice of hope in the darkness. You guys will be blessed for what you are doing.
Little children at home... YES! Everyone is talking about how bored they are and I'm exhausted. Three elementary age, a preschooler and a toddler. Our school has already transitioned to online learning. So, I am coordinating school schedules with 5 different teachers, while trying to teach preschool and keep a toddler occupied. My husband is working from home. He had to move his office out to the garage because of the noise. (I know we are very blessed to be able to keep learning and working.) Plus, we just experienced our first earthquake. Everything is fine physically but kids are really rattled. So, I'm balancing six people, while maintaining a house and cooking three times a day. And I really want this conference to be the special experience the prophet has said it will be. I could really use a miracle.
It's interesting listening to you talk about quarantine. Where I live we never changed our lifestyle. We still went to school, shopping, church, etc.... I can't imagine what you all went through. We also had the lowest cases of illnesses. You're all amazing and I'm glad the whole situation didn't stop you from doing these awesome videos
I simply love your lessons. Your love of our Savior and Heavenly Father has increased my own faith as I have studied and been able to see things that my Savior has told me in the lines I study. I feel their love for me stronger than ever in my life time. Thank you so much for sharing your testimonies and knowledge. Love you both. Please don't stop.
Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and peace. I have been like David and fighting against expectations and the not knowing what my job and life are supposed to look like for the next few months. Last night I realized that my attitude is only determined by me. I can continue to fight against the current situation or learn to find peace and contentment. Today, work was the best experience so far. We worked together and talked together and even though we were doing the same things we had been doing for the past two weeks, I was happier. God is in the details of our lives and He can bring us peace if we let Him in. Thank you for all you do!
I am not a full time missionary, but I saw this video was posted and wanted to watch it...but looking back now that I've watched it I realized that Satan was distracting me SEVERAL times to keep me with various busy work. This message is very strengthening and although I've been relaxed about all this...but felt a little less positive the last 24 hours. I needed this refreshment. I agree with David that this is the new "IS". I had the good fortune to have my grandmother live with us from age 96-100. She'd been through a lot of difficult times and what I learned from her was to just be calm and things would all work out. Actually, I believe lots will change, but it will ultimately be for the better.
@ 23:30 to 27:15 is the segment #4 and the story of the blessing of a stake president's blessing to cast out Satan and fill that space with increased capacity, hope, faith, and ability. I loved this, especially!!
I know this was geared for missionaries but I really needed this message. I love y’all’s videos and I’m going to miss seeing them for the weeks you can’t get together to film them. Thanks David & Emily!!!
I cheer you on and thank you for this lesson! I’m not on a mission, have raised two kids who are adults now, but everything you taught and reminded us of in this is relevant to us all. We’re all on “missions” to help one another and find others that need service. You hit so many great points, what gifts do we already have? What gifts will we gain? Stop hanging on to the way it should be and embrace what it is, for miracles are waiting to happen. I have witnessed many during this time and how grateful I am to be part of this church. There’s so many great tidbits, I could go on! I know we all need each other and the Lord knows each of us.
Thank you for the time and effort you both spend in producing these videos. I am grateful for them, for the thoughts and insight you both share, for the catalyst of inspiration you are, and for the good you do through Don't Miss This. Please keep up this very personal ministry you have in your program, for that is what you are doing. You are ministering to the world with your words and understanding. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I am a single sister with no one to interact with to have gospel conversations with so I really value your videos and what you share. Please, please, please continue with them!!!! God bless you both, and your families!
My purpose in this is to strengthen my and my children’s testimony. We have read the entire Book of Mormon during quarantine. It has made an amazing difference in our home! I love this video! The Lord has a wonderful plan and there is opposition in all things.
Your message was an answer to my prayer 🙏 I was on my knees sobbing and asking for comfort and peace. I happen to see your video and David’s words about expectations really touched my heart ♥️ thank you for all you do🙏🤗❤️
I have a daughter and a son on a mission right. I walk up early this morning and I realized that I was crying in my sleep... So I got up and prayed to find confort. As my daughter had talked to me about this video I tryed to find it. I was strenghten and lifted up. Thank you so much ! I sure will share it on the phone to my son !
It is 2.30am and I cannot sleep. I have just had knee replacement and that has turned my life on its end and add to that this Corona Virus problem and the whole world has fallen apart. I am grateful for being able to have our own sacrament meeting in our home led by my husband. This is the miracle I am experiencing.
Thank you for this lesson. Very pertinent for all missionaries returning home to be released or reassigned. Also excellent for families who also participating in the 14 day isolation of their missionary. Much to be learned during this time... “Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which he will show unto you!
Thank you so very much. I am a Senior Missionary getting ready to leave my mission in 10 days. Yesterday we saw our 2 young missionaries in our small town , and they were very discouraged. We tried to cheer them and encourage them. Your lesson is wonderful. I will tell our mission president about it and hopefully they will be allowed to watch it. May God bless you for your work, your purpose.
Thank you so much for this lesson. I’m a widow living alone. This reminded me of many things that have been great blessings in my life. My husband was taken from this earth before his time should have been done. This verse of scripture was given in reference to the loss of my husband. Romans 8:26-27. “ 26. Likewise the spirit also help with our infirmities for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27.And he that searcheth the hearts Knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit because he maketh intercession for the Saints according to the will of God.” Life takes many turns and twists. Some great some good and some awful. But knowing God even provided the Holy Ghost to pray when we are not able, if we but let Him know our needs. There may a different normal as many families are changed because of the world situations. As I had a life changing normal effect me and my family we must all learn contentment with the new normal that we received in life. May we remember to find peace in the life right now and in the future. Not looking back as it was 2 weeks ago nor 6 months or 5 years. But looking for the brightness we can give to others throughout the world. If you even get a hint of a name or person family or friend please call, text, face time or even write a note or letter to that person. You will brighten their day and life. Knowing someone is thinking about you in a moment is life changing and can give HOPE I pray for the guidance of the Lord in each of our lives. God will bless each of us in the time of need.
Thank u both so much for what u do each week. I look forward to listening and learning. My testimony has been strengthened so much. You guys are awesome❤️
Thank you for this special edition. I am not a missionary but am sharing this with all the missionaries in my ward. This helps me as a mother who is hoping for and praying for a miracle in my home which is so badly needed at this time. Last night I learned why God says that when we do it unto the 1 of the least of these my brethren we do it unto him, because when one of my children is hurt by someone it hurts me so much that they did it to me. Thank you for the reminder to push satan out and to trust God.
This also applies beautifully to college students feeling purposeless with classes cancelled or changed to an online format. As a college Senior whose final year of college was in essence cancelled over the matter of a few days, I really needed this video as a reminder that I can find purpose even in this place I never planned to find myself in. So whether you’re a missionary or a child of God feeling purposeless as you face uncertainty and change-this message of finding purpose where you are applies!
Just what I needed this week! You have me in tears remembering all those times in my life that I have seen Him guide me and show me that He had already taken care of whatever challenge I have gone through. ❤️💙 I already seeing miracles happening in my life.
Thank you for always knowing just what to say and offering encouragement in difficult times. I'm a senior missionary who has been serving at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Returned home on Sunday and am self-isolating for the next couple of weeks. I don't know if we'll be able to complete our mission but we'll go forward with faith in our Heavenly Father's plan. Love you both.
I love these videos. Isn’t it amazing that we say yes to things, then doubts come in, but we do what we signed up for, then the Tender Mercy of the Lord came to you & everyone in attendance thru the blessing of the Stake President ❤️
Thank you for this great help. I’m older and alone a lot. Now with this self isolation it’s way worse. Being alone is hard at all times anyway. I’m praying extra to survive this deeper aloneness, and seeking to know how I can help.
Thank you so much for this lesson! I just heard it in my fasting time this weekend and it is so comforting and gives us new strength to find our purpose in this tumultuous time right now! I served my mission already 20 years ago, but this week we started this sisters-chat from my mission to strengthen each other and its just wonderful! One of our comps is in Scotland fighting the virus in her family and we are able to be with her spiritually from all over the world!
Just love both of you. You have such a wonderful insight on the doctrine and teaching of the BOM. We watch your videos as part of our preparation for our Seminary Class. We are lucky in Australia that you guys are a few weeks in front of us in the curriculum. May you be blessed for sharing your love of these sacred messages and continue to inspire those who watch.
Thank you so much. I picked up my missionary last night from his trip home from the Mexico CCM. He has 3 weeks of training left which he will complete using new technologies. He has not been released. Thank you for your uplifting message. We studied it together this morning.
I'm so grateful for this video. I am a homeschooling mom of 4 kids and during all the craziness that has been going on, I have felt very lost and confused and really trying to find my purpose. Thank you for this!! I feel like I have some direction now and I felt God's love for me, through your words, which I very much needed. 💕
Thank you so much for sharing your insights. I'm making your classes a portion of my personal study. It's provided me much to ponder on. God bless you!
Just wanted to say thank you. I’m not a missionary but a mom of young littles and have been struggling. We are on the other side of the camera and I’m so grateful for you! You’ve impacted my study of the Book of Mormon more then anything & taught me how to read to find application & see God’s great work. Thank you!
You two are my heros and in my prayers! I cannot express in words how much I LOVE YOU you are literally my family, I watch every single time and hope you do this always! God Bless you both for sharing your faith and love with us.
I appreciate both of you so so much. You are doing a wonderful job. I wrote so many notes and you helped me so much to accept this time and learn from it if it is 70 years
Yes, my purpose is to listen to you both and study more. Then share what I'm feeling, learning & how I'm growing on social media. I took a long break from social media. But, I'm baaaack.
Thank you for all your time and effort in helping me! I have been wrestling and The Lord is saying are you ready now? But what does he want me to do during this time. Thank you for your scripture knowledge. I have only been back with the church for 15 yrs but it seems like only weeks. I love how you bring me into to your conversation and let me be able to understand the scriptures also. Thank you for doing the Lord's work. Bless you both and your families during this growing time. Love Ann
I just want to say thank you for your videos!!! They always set me up to feel the whisperings of the Spirit to me. This one, especially, I needed to hear, ponder and remember during this time of uncertainty and commotion.
This is a great message to the missionaries in Sacramento and across every mission. My son serves in the Sacramento Mission at this time, and I was able to talk to him on his "P-Day" this week. The message provided in this "Special Edition" really comes in a timely manner for my missionary son. Thanks to my sister for pointing me to your message. It gives me comfort knowing we can all turn to God for direction and purpose in all we do.
I am striving to make it a time or re-prioritizing...asking what's God's will is for me right now. Putting my will in tune with God's will. Slowing down to do the most important things first. I'm not there yet...but I trust that there IS a lifelong lesson in this. Thank you.
I love you both and the work you do. David your shirt doesn't make you look fat. I think everyone should know about your podcast, so I tell them. Love you much.
Thank you so much for your words and encouragement, you brought tears to my eyes and peace to my soul. God is truly in the details of our lives for that I am grateful.
These words have brought new life to me after a VERY terrible day! I need to find my purpose daily as I struggle to know what to do next. I will be studying these verses and chapters to gain greater insight! Thank you!
Just love the sessions to teach me every week. My Husband has just lost sight in his right eye and so he finds it comforting to listen to the dialogue. Well done!
Thank you so much. I developed a Primary Immune Deficiency a few years ago. I get Gamma Globulin infusions every month to keep me able to resist some illnesses. My doctor urges me to shelter in place every winter. It had been very difficult to not attend church or go to the Temple. I have struggled to find my place in this new situation for me. This quarantine is very serious for me. I am in that % that are dying! Your lesson today helped me so much! I will find my new place and seek to lift others!
Leslie Hobbs I am in a similar situation as you. I feel that I can share certain tips to my community on how to overcome loneliness or FOMO while isolating in the winter. This is a time for me to strengthen others! And I’m sure you feel the same way, too. God bless!
You two are amazing! Thank you so much for creating Don’t Miss This. I love it! I look forward to it each week and learn so much from you two. And you make learning fun again. I feel like I’m back in my favorite Institute classes when I watch and listen to you two. Keep up the great work! And David, your shirts don’t make you look fat. :)
Thank you SO VERY MUCH for this post... this time has been hard with an earthquake on top of a pandemic ....I have spent so much time in my closet praying for peace when feelings overwhelm me.....and I am NOT SURPRISED when that sweet peace enters my heart and I can get up and move forward with Faith.....But YOU TWO are also a part of helping me and so many others understand GODS LOVE for EACH OF HIS CHILDREN. May God bless you both, especially you David, with 6 kids to school and entertain ( I have 5, I understand). Maybe a quick snowman, or snowball fight, snow can be like manna Lol. Thank you both.
I found this video this evening right after the last session of the Saturday general conference and boy, was it for me! After 30 years of being a wife and stay at home mom, I find myself in the middle of a divorce and $8 in my bank account. I’d say that is definitely a very different place from the one I’m used to; all while in quarantine. Yet I know that the Lord is pruning, grafting, nurturing and guiding me. Thank you for sharing this amazing video. It has brought great comfort and hope to my heart. ♥️
I am so grateful you are using your gifts and sharing them with us, uplifting the precious servants of the Lord and all of us. Thank you for you sweet testimony, Emily. David, we dig your shirts! Thank you for always bringing laughter to us as well as the Spirit, both of you. We join with you in your faith in the Lord and the living prophet and their inspired direction. We are so excited for General Conference and the messages prepared for the world.
Thank you for sharing this with all of us, even if it was specifically meant for those special missionaries. I felt the Spirit so strongly in this video, and after as I have pondered it, and shared it with everyone I can. These are great life lessons, that we need to remember at every phase of our lives. I love the idea that God is greater than quarantine and a virus! We don't know what His purpose is in all of this, but we can find our purpose, and learn things from this quarantine to make us better people moving forward. Thank you for sharing your gifts and talents to help us be stronger. You use a camera (which is an ordinary object) to bear powerful testimonies of the goodness of God, and you help me strengthen mine every week! Thank you thank you thank you!
Thank you for this extra ❤️ Special message David I have 6 littles ones here at home as well all 9 and under. We removed ourselves from everyday usuals like church and our other activities a month before all this struck due to the birth of our 6 th little Blessing. Partially because it was what we had planned but also we all got struck with type A of the flu the day of and the day after her birth. I was terribly sad that the day before we were going to bring our new addition to church and begin planning for her Blessing the church announced the closures of the meeting houses. I'm grateful for your time to help us and uplift us and your wonderful insights! My kiddos listen to you with me and my oldest is wishing he could come with me to time out for women in September to get an autograph. I'm just praying that it will still be held since it will be my first year to have the opportunity to go.
Thank you, thank you. I just took 5 pages of notes and hung up two quotes from this lesson. I know that this is for missionaries, but I'm just a little old mom with grown kids and I'm just soooo excited to get up and figure out my errand-- every day. Thank you so much! Oh, and Emily, I would love to know where you got your beautiful pink scriptures. I ADORE them.
Ahh.. Sacramento Mission... my old stomping ground before I was a member. I was raised in North Highlands right down the street from one of the chapels that we thought was a " Temple"... My best friend from Jr. High was a member... a great family. The Kennedy's Wish I could find her to let her know I'm now a member too!
Amazing theme/filter to apply to scripture scenarios and thus be able to liken it unto us: effectively, how did they have to repurpose themselves to serve and learn in a new set of circumstances.
Thank you! I am not a missionary but this has been my prayer as I prepare for General Conference. What is my purpose during this time? I love your example of Moses and his doubt on how he could do these things.❤️
This COVID experience has been the opposite of what you are talking about for me. I have felt so much peace. I KNOW, in my heart of hearts that God has got all of this.
You said "God can't be held in or limited by a quarantine". What The Holy Spirit has been whispering to me is that this quarantine is PART of HIS work! I know people are suffering, and I know it is difficult, but these are the last days. Through these situations, God is covering the earth in His Spirit. He is whispering to everyone everywhere, "I am here. Come to Me. You will find peace." He is begging everyone to let go of their worldiness and turn to Him for the answers. Because He has them!
All through the scriptures we see that God teaches people through adversity. This is no different.
Gwen Owens I love this so much!! This is what I have been feeling too! 💕
Gwen Owens so true! Thank you!
I never stopped to think you receive NO feed back. Your life is so much different with little children. You have made me feel Heavenly Father is teaching us all something from where ever we are, at this time
No toilet paper in supermarkets here, plenty of onions to help us cry though. We are sewing masks for gifting to those in need as none available in chemist shops and other places of need. Funny how our lives can change from what is important one day to the next. My husband would choose to stay home all his life and never go out the gate so lockdown does not bother him. My parents have their 70th wedding anniversary this coming Sunday 5th April and we originally planned to have all 10 children and the grandchildren and great grandchildren but then I thought of conferencing and sadly one sibling does not want to see or hear a few others in the family. I do hope this challenging time will help people forgive others and not hold grudges. I love that we have the scriptures. Your Don't Miss This is so special to my viewing time and pondering upon your contribution, thank you.
I had never thought of the fact that the two of you speak to a camera without interaction week after week. THANK YOU for doing what you do and know that people, such as myself,look forward to your lessons, messages, and insights EVERY SINGLE WEEK. My time with you via youtube is sacred and precious and the Spirit you have brought into my life through the scriptures and gospel principles is priceless.
I'm listening to this on July 7th and I just wanted to tell you guys this is exactly what I needed right now. I don't think it would have the same effect if I had listened when it came out. TENDER MERCIES! I love how David made the connection that expectations are the enemy of finding contentment in captivity...I have had so many expectations in several different aspects of my life through Coronapocalypse and I can see now that they have kept the Lord's tender mercies hidden. It doesn't mean they weren't there, but now I have to (get to) think back at all the tender mercies I missed because I allowed satan to take up room in me with expectations. This is what im walking away with today. Thank you for being his instrument and delivering that tender mercy to me today...bless you!
Oh I love you two!!! Thank you! I am a mother, quarantined in my house...I needed the sweet reminder of I am God’s daughter and he has a work for me! Oh thank you!
absolutely love your videos! I’m 65 and have read the Book of Mormon over 50 times.....you guys make me think about things I never have thought about before.....Thanks so much!
Thank you for this beautiful reminder of God's love for us. I loved the scripture at the end Exodus 14:13...as you paraphrased it: Fear Ye Not, Stand Still , and see the salvation of the Lord. Watch it happen in a way that you never ever expected.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Welcome
00:18 Excerpt of letter from Hermana Freeman
01:27 Morning routine: What is my purpose in this place?
02:15 David's story of his nephew
04:02 Discussion on learning lessons during times of change
06:37 Study Tip: Finding additional scriptural examples of those who found purpose in their place
07:38 Lesson #1: Remember Who I Am (Moses 1:3; Exodus 3:13-15; and Exodus 6:1-8)
13:09 Emily's story: Who do you need God to be right now?
14:05 Lesson #2: Remember Who You Are (Moses 1:3-4; Moses 1:32-35; and Ephesians 2:10)
16:38 David's story of his mission president
18:12 Lesson #3: Discover The Work He Has For You (Moses 1:6 and D&C 11)
23:30 Lesson #4: Defeat Satan's Doubt and Discouragement (Moses 1:13-21 and Exodus 4:1-5)
25:12 Emily's story about a speaking assignment
27:14 Lesson #5: Be Made Stronger (Moses 1:25 and D&C 38)
31:16 Lesson #6: Stand in God's Presence (Moses 1:31)
34:12 Lesson #7: Find Contentment in Mercies (Moses 1:36)
38:45 Lesson #8: Do His Work (Moses 1:39; Exodus 4:29-31; and D&C 88:73-80)
43:43 Exodus 14:13
45:18 Conclusion
THANKS SO MUCH FOR DOING THIS. My wife Emily is so grateful that you spend so much time doing this. It was requested a lot and she doesn't have the time to do what you do so well.
Gregory Freeman I’m happy to do it! I find it helpful for my own study, and I’m glad it is useful for others as well.
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Thank you guys so much. This is the first time that ive watched your vodeos. I got back from Brazil 3 days ago serving as a missionary for 11 months. I havent heard anything from anyone about if i will be relesed or reassigned. I am simply waiting out the quarenteene like everyone else. And I have felt that there is nothing to do. Thank you for your inspired words, and for this exciting reminder that God is waiting for us to jump on board. To ask him what we need to do. I beleve that I was sent home because this is where God needs me NOW. and you guys helped me remember this. I will be praying asking what I can do todaym. Whats my errand. And then simply following the answer. THANK YOU GUYS
Last week I sent a text to our five adult children’s families with the words from Matthew 18:20 and reminding them that the ordinance of the sacrament being administered in their homes made their homes a sacred space. I have felt the presence and spirit of the Lord more strongly in our home since we have been asked to remain home. It is one of many tender mercies that we are seeing in our family.
This video really had great timing for those Elders and Sisters who are seeing their missions cut short. I lost my dad 5 months into my mission, but chose not to go home, worried I would have a hard time going back to Brazil if I went home. Than in 1990 the Gulf War caused some issues in Sao Paulo where an LDS Chapel was bombed. As a result we were required to no longer wear our name tags until things got safe again. It seems like a small thing but I still remember the feelings we all felt and the tears that soaked our cheeks as we were told we couldn't wear the Savior's Name on our chest for a few months.
I'm praying all missionaries going through this trial will remember the things mentioned in this video.
Thanks again David and Emily your words are always a highlight of my week.
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Thank you so much for these videos! I returned home early from my mission a few weeks ago and it was devastating. I have been trying and praying every day to find my purpose of all of this, I do not know if I have found it yet but thank you for the amazing encouragements and insights. I know there are miracles awaiting us all and this will be a huge growing experience for everyone who lets it. Come what may and love it!
Thank you for all you do for uplifting me (us!!!). I woke up this morning thinking how am I going to make the things I need to do happen. I’ve been googling and you-tubing and this episode (of greatness!) just happened to show up in my feed!!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!! I’m not serving a mission, ( aren’t we all in some way?) but everything you’ve both said is what I needed to hear. I’m a widow and do not have a priesthood holder in my home. I’m working at home now and need to figure out some ways to “contact” my preschool speech students. It is absolutely overwhelming to me. But as I was listening to you today, I had a huge prompting come to me. I need to use the wonderful priesthood to help me. I am now calling on my ministers to give me a blessing. I know this blessing will help me figure out the worldly things I need to do as well as the spiritual things I need and what I can do to look for these tender mercies on a daily basis! Thank you so much! (PS yes!!! It certainly does feel like groundhog’s day over and over and over.......) ❤️❤️❤️❤️
We are moving to a new part of the Lord’s vineyard. With two properties to sell we have been a little apprehensive about this quarantine coming at the very time when we needed to be advertising them and having people coming through to see our homes. We decided to put a for sale by owner sign on one of them on Monday this week. We also were going to have an open house on the weekend hoping just a few people might come who were well. The day we put up the sign we got a call from a young couple who wanted to look at it that day. The next day we had an offer from them that we countered and accepted today. As we were going through all of this a friend stopped by and offered to buy the home we live in. We wrote up a contract! Selling both our homes in the same day is definitely a miracle! The Lord knows who we are, and what we need. He knew we couldn’t have a constant parade of people coming through our homes at this time. What a blessing! I am so grateful and truly love Him. Thank you for your insights and for being a voice of hope in the darkness. You guys will be blessed for what you are doing.
Yes He is very aware of us. Congratulations!!!
Jan Bowcut, tender mercy 😇
Little children at home... YES! Everyone is talking about how bored they are and I'm exhausted. Three elementary age, a preschooler and a toddler. Our school has already transitioned to online learning. So, I am coordinating school schedules with 5 different teachers, while trying to teach preschool and keep a toddler occupied. My husband is working from home. He had to move his office out to the garage because of the noise. (I know we are very blessed to be able to keep learning and working.)
Plus, we just experienced our first earthquake. Everything is fine physically but kids are really rattled. So, I'm balancing six people, while maintaining a house and cooking three times a day. And I really want this conference to be the special experience the prophet has said it will be.
I could really use a miracle.
It's interesting listening to you talk about quarantine. Where I live we never changed our lifestyle. We still went to school, shopping, church, etc.... I can't imagine what you all went through. We also had the lowest cases of illnesses. You're all amazing and I'm glad the whole situation didn't stop you from doing these awesome videos
It’s our privilege to have you as our teachers! Than you both!
I simply love your lessons. Your love of our Savior and Heavenly Father has increased my own faith as I have studied and been able to see things that my Savior has told me in the lines I study. I feel their love for me stronger than ever in my life time. Thank you so much for sharing your testimonies and knowledge. Love you both. Please don't stop.
Don't ever listen to those mean comments. You guys always look fanastic!! Thanks so much for your wonderful messages! ❤
Thank you so much for your words of wisdom and peace. I have been like David and fighting against expectations and the not knowing what my job and life are supposed to look like for the next few months. Last night I realized that my attitude is only determined by me. I can continue to fight against the current situation or learn to find peace and contentment. Today, work was the best experience so far. We worked together and talked together and even though we were doing the same things we had been doing for the past two weeks, I was happier. God is in the details of our lives and He can bring us peace if we let Him in. Thank you for all you do!
I am not a full time missionary, but I saw this video was posted and wanted to watch it...but looking back now that I've watched it I realized that Satan was distracting me SEVERAL times to keep me with various busy work. This message is very strengthening and although I've been relaxed about all this...but felt a little less positive the last 24 hours. I needed this refreshment. I agree with David that this is the new "IS". I had the good fortune to have my grandmother live with us from age 96-100. She'd been through a lot of difficult times and what I learned from her was to just be calm and things would all work out. Actually, I believe lots will change, but it will ultimately be for the better.
@ 23:30 to 27:15 is the segment #4 and the story of the blessing of a stake president's blessing to cast out Satan and fill that space with increased capacity, hope, faith, and ability. I loved this, especially!!
I know this was geared for missionaries but I really needed this message. I love y’all’s videos and I’m going to miss seeing them for the weeks you can’t get together to film them. Thanks David & Emily!!!
Thanks for all you do! I love pondering on your thoughts!
I cheer you on and thank you for this lesson! I’m not on a mission, have raised two kids who are adults now, but everything you taught and reminded us of in this is relevant to us all. We’re all on “missions” to help one another and find others that need service. You hit so many great points, what gifts do we already have? What gifts will we gain? Stop hanging on to the way it should be and embrace what it is, for miracles are waiting to happen. I have witnessed many during this time and how grateful I am to be part of this church. There’s so many great tidbits, I could go on! I know we all need each other and the Lord knows each of us.
Thank you for the time and effort you both spend in producing these videos. I am grateful for them, for the thoughts and insight you both share, for the catalyst of inspiration you are, and for the good you do through Don't Miss This. Please keep up this very personal ministry you have in your program, for that is what you are doing. You are ministering to the world with your words and understanding. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I am a single sister with no one to interact with to have gospel conversations with so I really value your videos and what you share. Please, please, please continue with them!!!! God bless you both, and your families!
My purpose in this is to strengthen my and my children’s testimony. We have read the entire Book of Mormon during quarantine. It has made an amazing difference in our home!
I love this video! The Lord has a wonderful plan and there is opposition in all things.
God bless the missionaries!!!!💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏💙🙏
Your message was an answer to my prayer 🙏 I was on my knees sobbing and asking for comfort and peace. I happen to see your video and David’s words about expectations really touched my heart ♥️ thank you for all you do🙏🤗❤️
I have a daughter and a son on a mission right. I walk up early this morning and I realized that I was crying in my sleep... So I got up and prayed to find confort. As my daughter had talked to me about this video I tryed to find it. I was strenghten and lifted up. Thank you so much ! I sure will share it on the phone to my son !
It is 2.30am and I cannot sleep. I have just had knee replacement and that has turned my life on its end and add to that this Corona Virus problem and the whole world has fallen apart. I am grateful for being able to have our own sacrament meeting in our home led by my husband. This is the miracle I am experiencing.
Thank you for this lesson. Very pertinent for all missionaries returning home to be released or reassigned. Also excellent for families who also participating in the 14 day isolation of their missionary. Much to be learned during this time... “Stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which he will show unto you!
Social distancing😀....my wife and I love your program. She never misses an episode. Thank you for your thoughts and time
Bless you both! Thank you soooooo much for your insightful and inspirational lessons. Your presentation has touched our lived deeply.
Thank you so very much. I am a Senior Missionary getting ready to leave my mission in 10 days. Yesterday we saw our 2 young missionaries in our small town , and they were very discouraged. We tried to cheer them and encourage them. Your lesson is wonderful. I will tell our mission president about it and hopefully they will be allowed to watch it. May God bless you for your work, your purpose.
I am so grateful for both of you. Thank you
Thank you so much for this lesson. I’m a widow living alone. This reminded me of many things that have been great blessings in my life. My husband was taken from this earth before his time should have been done. This verse of scripture was given in reference to the loss of my husband. Romans 8:26-27. “ 26. Likewise the spirit also help with our infirmities for we know not what we should pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27.And he that searcheth the hearts Knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit because he maketh intercession for the Saints according to the will of God.”
Life takes many turns and twists. Some great some good and some awful. But knowing God even provided the Holy Ghost to pray when we are not able, if we but let Him know our needs. There may a different normal as many families are changed because of the world situations. As I had a life changing normal effect me and my family we must all learn contentment with the new normal that we received in life. May we remember to find peace in the life right now and in the future. Not looking back as it was 2 weeks ago nor 6 months or 5 years. But looking for the brightness we can give to others throughout the world.
If you even get a hint of a name or person family or friend please call, text, face time or even write a note or letter to that person. You will brighten their day and life. Knowing someone is thinking about you in a moment is life changing and can give HOPE I pray for the guidance of the Lord in each of our lives. God will bless each of us in the time of need.
Thank you David and Emily. You are a blessing to so many as you are on the Lord’s errand. Much love to,you both. 💕
Thank u both so much for what u do each week. I look forward to listening and learning. My testimony has been strengthened so much. You guys are awesome❤️
Thank you for this special edition. I am not a missionary but am sharing this with all the missionaries in my ward. This helps me as a mother who is hoping for and praying for a miracle in my home which is so badly needed at this time. Last night I learned why God says that when we do it unto the 1 of the least of these my brethren we do it unto him, because when one of my children is hurt by someone it hurts me so much that they did it to me. Thank you for the reminder to push satan out and to trust God.
This also applies beautifully to college students feeling purposeless with classes cancelled or changed to an online format. As a college Senior whose final year of college was in essence cancelled over the matter of a few days, I really needed this video as a reminder that I can find purpose even in this place I never planned to find myself in.
So whether you’re a missionary or a child of God feeling purposeless as you face uncertainty and change-this message of finding purpose where you are applies!
Just what I needed this week! You have me in tears remembering all those times in my life that I have seen Him guide me and show me that He had already taken care of whatever challenge I have gone through. ❤️💙 I already seeing miracles happening in my life.
Thank you for always knowing just what to say and offering encouragement in difficult times. I'm a senior missionary who has been serving at the Polynesian Cultural Center. Returned home on Sunday and am self-isolating for the next couple of weeks. I don't know if we'll be able to complete our mission but we'll go forward with faith in our Heavenly Father's plan. Love you both.
I love these videos. Isn’t it amazing that we say yes to things, then doubts come in, but we do what we signed up for, then the Tender Mercy of the Lord came to you & everyone in attendance thru the blessing of the Stake President ❤️
Thank you for this great help. I’m older and alone a lot. Now with this self isolation it’s way worse. Being alone is hard at all times anyway. I’m praying extra to survive this deeper aloneness, and seeking to know how I can help.
I have learned if you can reach out, you’ll be blessed with many people reaching back to you. It can be difficult but we’ll worth it! God bless!
Thank you so much for this lesson! I just heard it in my fasting time this weekend and it is so comforting and gives us new strength to find our purpose in this tumultuous time right now! I served my mission already 20 years ago, but this week we started this sisters-chat from my mission to strengthen each other and its just wonderful! One of our comps is in Scotland fighting the virus in her family and we are able to be with her spiritually from all over the world!
I just love how you guys are able to apply the Scriptures to our every day life thank you so much for all that you do. 💛
I appreciate all that these have done for me and the lives of all that I share these with. Thank you!!
Just love both of you. You have such a wonderful insight on the doctrine and teaching of the BOM. We watch your videos as part of our preparation for our Seminary Class. We are lucky in Australia that you guys are a few weeks in front of us in the curriculum. May you be blessed for sharing your love of these sacred messages and continue to inspire those who watch.
Thank you so much. I picked up my missionary last night from his trip home from the Mexico CCM. He has 3 weeks of training left which he will complete using new technologies. He has not been released. Thank you for your uplifting message. We studied it together this morning.
I'm so grateful for this video. I am a homeschooling mom of 4 kids and during all the craziness that has been going on, I have felt very lost and confused and really trying to find my purpose. Thank you for this!! I feel like I have some direction now and I felt God's love for me, through your words, which I very much needed. 💕
Thank you so much for sharing your insights. I'm making your classes a portion of my personal study. It's provided me much to ponder on. God bless you!
I absolutely love you two! You have become my SUNDAY School! Bless your hearts 💕
Just wanted to say thank you. I’m not a missionary but a mom of young littles and have been struggling. We are on the other side of the camera and I’m so grateful for you! You’ve impacted my study of the Book of Mormon more then anything & taught me how to read to find application & see God’s great work. Thank you!
You two are my heros and in my prayers! I cannot express in words how much I LOVE YOU you are literally my family, I watch every single time and hope you do this always! God Bless you both for sharing your faith and love with us.
I appreciate both of you so so much. You are doing a wonderful job. I wrote so many notes and you helped me so much to accept this time and learn from it if it is 70 years
I know this was adressed to missionaries but i loved it and found so many good treasures in it.
I know this was for the missionaries, but I felt the Spirit so strong! Thank you for all you do!
Yes, my purpose is to listen to you both and study more. Then share what I'm feeling, learning & how I'm growing on social media. I took a long break from social media. But, I'm baaaack.
Thank you for all your time and effort in helping me! I have been wrestling and The Lord is saying are you ready now? But what does he want me to do during this time. Thank you for your scripture knowledge. I have only been back with the church for 15 yrs but it seems like only weeks. I love how you bring me into to your conversation and let me be able to understand the scriptures also. Thank you for doing the Lord's work. Bless you both and your families during this growing time. Love Ann
You guys both look fantastic! Your spiritual glow is beautiful! Your videos have changed my life! Thank you!
I just want to say thank you for your videos!!! They always set me up to feel the whisperings of the Spirit to me. This one, especially, I needed to hear, ponder and remember during this time of uncertainty and commotion.
This is a great message to the missionaries in Sacramento and across every mission. My son serves in the Sacramento Mission at this time, and I was able to talk to him on his "P-Day" this week. The message provided in this "Special Edition" really comes in a timely manner for my missionary son. Thanks to my sister for pointing me to your message. It gives me comfort knowing we can all turn to God for direction and purpose in all we do.
I am striving to make it a time or re-prioritizing...asking what's God's will is for me right now. Putting my will in tune with God's will. Slowing down to do the most important things first. I'm not there yet...but I trust that there IS a lifelong lesson in this. Thank you.
I love you both and the work you do. David your shirt doesn't make you look fat. I think everyone should know about your podcast, so I tell them. Love you much.
I love his lesson. we are all in quarantine together and we can all use this- i surely can and I am 69! thank you
Thank you so much for your words and encouragement, you brought tears to my eyes and peace to my soul. God is truly in the details of our lives for that I am grateful.
These words have brought new life to me after a VERY terrible day! I need to find my purpose daily as I struggle to know what to do next. I will be studying these verses and chapters to gain greater insight! Thank you!
Just love the sessions to teach me every week. My Husband has just lost sight in his right eye and so he finds it comforting to listen to the dialogue. Well done!
Thank you so much. I developed a Primary Immune Deficiency a few years ago. I get Gamma Globulin infusions every month to keep me able to resist some illnesses. My doctor urges me to shelter in place every winter. It had been very difficult to not attend church or go to the Temple. I have struggled to find my place in this new situation for me. This quarantine is very serious for me. I am in that % that are dying! Your lesson today helped me so much! I will find my new place and seek to lift others!
Leslie Hobbs I am in a similar situation as you. I feel that I can share certain tips to my community on how to overcome loneliness or FOMO while isolating in the winter. This is a time for me to strengthen others! And I’m sure you feel the same way, too. God bless!
Thank you for doing this for my missionary grandson!! He will love this as much as I do😊😊
Great way to liken the scriptures to ourselves!
You two are amazing! Thank you so much for creating Don’t Miss This. I love it! I look forward to it each week and learn so much from you two. And you make learning fun again. I feel like I’m back in my favorite Institute classes when I watch and listen to you two. Keep up the great work! And David, your shirts don’t make you look fat. :)
Thank you for your inspiration, energy and love of the scriptures.
" one of the enemies right now is expectation." What a great quote! That should be in a fortune cookie.
This gave me so much reassurance that everything is going to be okay because we are apart of God’s plan! Thank you! ❤️
Thank you SO VERY MUCH for this post... this time has been hard with an earthquake on top of a pandemic ....I have spent so much time in my closet praying for peace when feelings overwhelm me.....and I am NOT SURPRISED when that sweet peace enters my heart and I can get up and move forward with Faith.....But YOU TWO are also a part of helping me and so many others understand GODS LOVE for EACH OF HIS CHILDREN. May God bless you both, especially you David, with 6 kids to school and entertain ( I have 5, I understand). Maybe a quick snowman, or snowball fight, snow can be like manna Lol. Thank you both.
Hi, sometime we just need to stand still, and let him Jesus protect us.
I found this video this evening right after the last session of the Saturday general conference and boy, was it for me! After 30 years of being a wife and stay at home mom, I find myself in the middle of a divorce and $8 in my bank account. I’d say that is definitely a very different place from the one I’m used to; all while in quarantine. Yet I know that the Lord is pruning, grafting, nurturing and guiding me. Thank you for sharing this amazing video. It has brought great comfort and hope to my heart. ♥️
I am so grateful you are using your gifts and sharing them with us, uplifting the precious servants of the Lord and all of us. Thank you for you sweet testimony, Emily. David, we dig your shirts! Thank you for always bringing laughter to us as well as the Spirit, both of you. We join with you in your faith in the Lord and the living prophet and their inspired direction. We are so excited for General Conference and the messages prepared for the world.
This is PERFECT! Exactly what I have been thinking about and praying about. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing this with all of us, even if it was specifically meant for those special missionaries. I felt the Spirit so strongly in this video, and after as I have pondered it, and shared it with everyone I can. These are great life lessons, that we need to remember at every phase of our lives. I love the idea that God is greater than quarantine and a virus! We don't know what His purpose is in all of this, but we can find our purpose, and learn things from this quarantine to make us better people moving forward. Thank you for sharing your gifts and talents to help us be stronger. You use a camera (which is an ordinary object) to bear powerful testimonies of the goodness of God, and you help me strengthen mine every week! Thank you thank you thank you!
Just pick up my son from the airport. Tonight from his mission in Japan. We are now on 14 day quarentine. He hasn't been released.
You guys are amazing! Your videos have helped me so much as a mom and to really feel Gods love for me! Thanks so much
Thanks for your lessons. I love them. Tony from South Africa
Thank you for this extra ❤️ Special message David I have 6 littles ones here at home as well all 9 and under. We removed ourselves from everyday usuals like church and our other activities a month before all this struck due to the birth of our 6 th little Blessing. Partially because it was what we had planned but also we all got struck with type A of the flu the day of and the day after her birth. I was terribly sad that the day before we were going to bring our new addition to church and begin planning for her Blessing the church announced the closures of the meeting houses. I'm grateful for your time to help us and uplift us and your wonderful insights! My kiddos listen to you with me and my oldest is wishing he could come with me to time out for women in September to get an autograph. I'm just praying that it will still be held since it will be my first year to have the opportunity to go.
Thank you so much for sharing this and for the devine messgaes!!! ❤❤❤
Thanks for your words of wisdom. I feel like i really needed this. Going to use it for our Sunday gospel study time with my husband. Thanks !
Thank you! Sending to my daughter who is a missionary in Poland
As feedback, thank you for this video series. I am able to feel the spirit when I watch y'all's videos. Please keep going.
I agree with you in that we are about to see great miracles take place in the gathering of Israel, I feel it and I know this to be true!
What a wonderful presentation. Has helped strengthen my faith.
Moses was also set adrift on the water as a helpless infant. Maybe he always had that gift.
Thank you, thank you. I just took 5 pages of notes and hung up two quotes from this lesson. I know that this is for missionaries, but I'm just a little old mom with grown kids and I'm just soooo excited to get up and figure out my errand-- every day. Thank you so much! Oh, and Emily, I would love to know where you got your beautiful pink scriptures. I ADORE them.
This is so time appropriate. My son came home early from his Mexico Mission just yesterday and I'm going to make sure he watches this!
Ahh.. Sacramento Mission... my old stomping ground before I was a member. I was raised in North Highlands right down the street from one of the chapels that we thought was a " Temple"... My best friend from Jr. High was a member... a great family. The Kennedy's Wish I could find her to let her know I'm now a member too!
Amazing theme/filter to apply to scripture scenarios and thus be able to liken it unto us: effectively, how did they have to repurpose themselves to serve and learn in a new set of circumstances.
Thank you soo much for sharing these thoughts, it’s just what I needed to hear right now. 🙏🏻
Thank you! I am not a missionary but this has been my prayer as I prepare for General Conference. What is my purpose during this time? I love your example of Moses and his doubt on how he could do these things.❤️