From 'I Don't Know' to 'God Did': Finding the Covenant in Our Daily Discipleship

Remember that feeling when you walked into a missionary discussion, or maybe even during your own MTC training, and you were asked a question you simply did not know the answer to? Maybe your palms were sweating, and your mind felt completely blank. It felt small. It felt inadequate.

If you’ve ever felt that way, let me tell you something: that feeling is normal. It’s what humanity is. We are all, at our core, wonderfully flawed, sometimes awkward, and often just plain human. We are, in fact, meant to be.

As we continue our journey together—this beautiful, sometimes messy, always Spirit-filled journey of being returned missionaries and disciples—it’s easy to look at the prophets and feel pressure to be perfect. We want to be the perfect, polished version of ourselves. But the divine narrative, the narrative of the Latter-day Saints, is always rooted in the same truth: the power of the Lord is revealed in our weaknesses.

The recent podcast episode, focusing on Exodus 1-6, hammered this theme home with the story of Moses. Moses was tasked with confronting a powerful, ancient empire. He wasn't a seasoned orator; he didn't feel equipped. His dialogue with God is essentially a masterclass in humility: “I don’t know that I can do this.”

The Power of "God Did"

The whole episode centers on God’s declaration: “And God did.” This phrase isn't just a historical note; it's a covenant anchor. It reminds us that the ultimate power, the power to bring forth the promised blessings, doesn't come from our eloquence, our schedule, or our perfect preparation. It comes from Him.

This principle is one of the most essential things we need to carry into our lives as Internet missionaries. When we are doing the work—whether it's sharing scriptures in a Book Club in HolyPlaces, or trying to help a friend understand the Plan of Salvation—we are not relying on our own knowledge. We are relying on the Spirit, and the Spirit is the power of God doing the work.

If you are interested in digging deeper into how covenant language plays out in the scriptures, I highly recommend listening to the full episode. It’s a great reminder that the divine story is always about God doing the work.

Discipleship is Enough

The message here, my brothers and sisters, is that the greatest preparation isn't about accumulating facts; it's about cultivating faith. It's about being willing to admit, like Moses, that we need help. It’s about being willing to be vulnerable enough to let the Spirit guide our conversations.

This is where our work as disciples anywhere, all the time, shines. Every time you feel that pressure to be perfect, remember the pattern: Admitting your inadequacy opens the door for God's power. You are already equipped simply by being a disciple. You are a conduit.

If you are feeling the call to service, consider a simple covenant action this week. If you are feeling overwhelmed, remember the promise: you don't have to carry it all. The Lord is doing the work.

Your Next Step in the Field

For those who are preparing for the field, let's talk about the questions. Sometimes, when we feel unprepared for a tricky question, we can use our friend Davee, our AI Investigator. He’s trained to walk you through the hard questions an investigator might ask, giving you the tools to answer with confidence and grace, all while keeping the focus on the Savior. Don't hesitate to use him!

And for everyone, let's stay engaged with the deep, doctrinal study that makes our movement so rich. If you haven't checked out the Bible Study Groups or the social scripture study layer in LivingBook recently, please do. It’s a beautiful way to feel the collective weight of the Spirit as we study together.

If you want to keep building up your knowledge of the covenants, I recommend checking out the latest material on the Book of Mormon from Iron Rod. It’s a wonderful refresher on our shared history and divine lineage.

What are you going to do today? Be a disciple. Be an Internet missionary. Let the Spirit do the work!