When Human Logic Says 'Impossible': Opening the Door to Your Miracle

Brothers and sisters, sometimes the weight of expectation, or the sheer passage of time, can make the promises of the Lord feel less like divine certainty and more like a beautiful, distant dream. We look at the scriptures, and we see accounts of things that should not be—things that defy all natural law. It can make us whisper to ourselves, "How could that happen?"

It’s easy, when we’re deep in the thick of missionary preparation, or when we’re wrestling with a difficult doctrine, to get caught up in the "how." We measure God’s power against our current understanding of biology, logistics, or probability. We get bogged down in the 'impossible.'

But the journey of discipleship, whether you are newly returned from the MTC, or if you are a lifelong disciple serving as an internet missionary from your own home, requires us to shift our focus. We have to train our eyes to see through the lens of faith, not the lens of human limitation.

The Power of Looking Past the 'Cannot Be'

The story of Abraham and Sarah is a powerful reminder of this principle. Think about it: Abraham at 100, Sarah at 90. The promise of Isaac seemed, by every earthly metric, to be a historical impossibility. The passage itself notes how the promise seemed to grow more tenuous with the passing years.

Yet, the narrative pivots on one simple, profound action: Abraham *believed*. He didn't base his belief on the decreasing fertility rates of his wife, or the advanced age of his husband. He based it on the character of the One making the promise—the Lord, whom he knew could not lie.

This is the core lesson for us as we continue in the work. When we face a challenge in the field—a family resistant to missionary discussions, a doctrinal question that feels thorny, or even just the daily grind of building Zion—it can feel impossible. We might look at the obstacle and see only the insurmountable wall.

But the Spirit whispers that we are meant to look *past* the wall, to the promise of the Savior, and to the covenant power of the Atonement. Our faith doesn't negate the difficulty; it changes *where* we place our trust.

What is Your Impossible Promise?

I want to leave you with this question today, as I always do when I’m speaking to my brothers and sisters in the field: What is the promise God has given *you* right now that feels impossible? Maybe it’s rebuilding a relationship, maybe it’s finding clarity on a difficult doctrine, or maybe it’s simply sustaining your own testimony through a tough season.

Remember Abraham: he chose to believe in the promise, even when the evidence pointed to the opposite. That choice—that act of faith—is what opens the door. It gives the Spirit permission to intervene in ways that defy our natural understanding.

As we continue to build up our discipleship, I encourage you to keep these scriptures close. If you're looking for deeper study, I highly recommend diving into the *Iron Rod* teachings on faith. If you are looking for a structured way to wrestle with these concepts, consider joining a Book Club or a Bible Study Group in HolyPlaces. We can even use the Social Scripture Study layer in LivingBook to discuss these concepts with others!

For those of you who are actively preparing for missions, don't forget to review your core principles. If you're struggling with a specific doctrinal hurdle, remember that Davee is here! He's ready to walk you through the tough questions an investigator might ask, helping you craft answers rooted in the Spirit.

Let’s keep striving to be Christlike in all things, knowing that nothing is impossible for our Heavenly Father. Keep the faith, my friends. The miracles are waiting for you to open the door.