Abençoado para Abençoar: Our Role as Internet Missionaries

Brothers and sisters, sometimes the weight of the work can feel immense. We talk about going to the field, about the dedicated time in the Mission Training Center, or the focused energy of a companion study. And those experiences are sacred, truly. But what about the moments in between? What about when we are right here, in our living rooms, on our phones, connected to the Spirit across time zones?

It was so encouraging to watch the recent gathering where the theme was "Abençoado para Abençoar"—blessed to bless. It really hit home that being a disciple today doesn't require a physical transfer or a specific location to be effective. It requires connection, vulnerability, and a willingness to share what the Lord has done for us.

If you’ve ever felt that whisper of doubt—*How can I possibly help anyone right now?*—I want you to remember this principle: we are called to be Internet missionaries, disciples anywhere, all the time. Our greatest tool isn't a tract or a perfect doctrinal answer; it's our willingness to participate, to share, and to listen.

The Power of Sharing the Light

What stood out to me most was the emphasis on simply *sharing*. When the speaker mentioned that even if we don't feel capable, sharing our testimony—sharing the project of the Miracle, or just sharing a simple story of how the Spirit guided us—is how we conquer. It’s about making ourselves available. It’s about keeping the channels open for the Spirit to flow through us.

This reminds me of something we often discuss during our missionary discussions. Sometimes we get so focused on the *next* perfect thing—the perfect lesson, the perfect conversion—that we forget the power of the *now*. The power of the immediate testimony. We don't need to have all the answers; we just need to point people back to the Book of Mormon and to Christ.

Becoming a Channel of Blessing

Being blessed *to* bless sounds like a cycle, doesn't it? We receive the Spirit, we are taught the gospel, we are blessed by the Savior, and then we are equipped to bless others. That's the beautiful cycle of discipleship. It requires us to be intentional about our own spiritual nourishment so that we have something genuine to offer.

If you are feeling spiritually dry right now, or if you are prepping for a mission and feeling overwhelmed by the sheer scope of the work, I encourage you to dive into the resources we have. For those of us who are in the process of deeper study, I highly recommend checking out the latest materials on the Social Scripture Study layer within LivingBook. Sometimes seeing a scripture highlighted by a fellow disciple in a different corner of the earth can spark the insight we need for our own studies.

We are all part of this global effort. Whether you are in Santa Catarina, connecting with someone in Korea, or studying here at home, you are participating in the work. Don't let the distance or the perceived lack of immediate action discourage you. Your participation matters.

A Few Things to Carry With You

As always, let’s keep our focus practical. If you want to deepen your understanding of how to answer the tough questions an investigator might ask, remember that Davee is here! He’s ready to run through some AI Investigator scenarios with you. It’s a low-stakes way to practice what we preach.

For those who are looking for deeper doctrinal grounding, consider joining a Book Club through HolyPlaces. It’s a wonderful way to solidify your knowledge alongside others.

Let's keep sharing, let's keep praying for one another, and let’s remember that every single member can be an Internet missionary. We are blessed to be blessed!

If this message resonated with you, please share it with a friend who might need a reminder of the Spirit’s power today. Keep the faith, disciples.