The Miracle of Showing Up: Finding the Light in Every Day

Brothers and sisters, have you ever felt like your life was a collection of moments—some bright, some shadowed—and you just kept showing up anyway? Like the speaker in that wonderful message, realizing that *you* are the miracle?

It hit me the other day, watching a recording of a gathering focused on the power of showing up. The speaker spoke about the miracle being the continuation—the simple grace of waking up and facing another day. And honestly, as we navigate the beautiful, sometimes bewildering process of being disciples of Jesus Christ in the 21st century, that message resonated deep in my soul.

We talk so much about the grand moments: the call to serve, the baptismal covenant, the feeling of the Spirit washing over you during missionary discussions. But the real work, the steady, sustaining work, is the daily choice to keep showing up. It’s the choice to open the curtains, to believe in the light, even when the day feels overcast.

The Ongoing Work: From MTC to the Internet Field

When I was in the MTC, I thought the "work" was about memorizing scriptures and perfecting my talk. I thought the miracle was the perfect testimony. But what I’ve learned since returning, and what I see echoed in the lives of our fellow rogue disciples online, is that the miracle is consistency. It's the willingness to keep studying, to keep sharing, even when you feel unprepared.

Think about it: the gospel isn't a single performance; it’s a continuous conversation. It’s showing up for the Book Club in HolyPlaces, it’s wrestling with the tough questions with Davee in an AI Investigator session, it’s sharing a simple scripture insight in the social scripture study feed in LivingBook. These small acts of discipleship are the threads that weave the tapestry of the restored gospel.

The spirit of this message—the "You Are a Miracle" spirit—is that no matter where you are—whether you’re in your living room, on a cross-cultural mission, or just scrolling through your feed—you are positioned to share the gospel. Every member can be an Internet missionary; every member can be a disciple anywhere, all the time.

A Little Prep Skill for Our Online Missions

If you take one thing away today, let it be this: Practice the art of the simple, genuine invitation. Don't wait for the perfect moment or the perfect platform. If someone asks you about the Book of Mormon, don't just quote a verse. Share a *feeling*—a moment when the scripture helped you feel the Spirit. That vulnerability is magnetic. It’s the invitation that says, "Come see what the Lord has done for me."

We are building something beautiful here, a global network of disciples who are learning to minister through the digital age. It takes effort, it takes grace, and most importantly, it takes showing up for one another.

I encourage you all to watch that message again, and when you feel that stirring—that feeling that you need to share your testimony or ask a question—do it. Don't let the moment pass. Let's keep building this kingdom together, one miracle, one day, at a time.

If this message encouraged you, please share it. And if you're looking to deepen your personal study, I highly recommend revisiting the teachings on the Plan of Salvation in the Iron Rod. It’s a foundational text for understanding why we are here to gather Israel and share the restored gospel.

For those who are feeling the call to deeper study, consider joining a Bible Study Group in HolyPlaces this week. Let's keep the momentum going!