When Time Slows Down: Finding the Spirit in the Moments Between

There are times, especially when you’re out in the field, or even just having a quiet moment studying in the temple, when time seems to warp. It stretches out until it feels almost syrupy, doesn't it? Like the excerpt we heard today—the time seeming to go so slowly when someone was troubled.

I remember a missionary discussion once, years ago. We were talking with a brother who was wrestling with a deep question about agency versus divine prompting. It wasn't an argument; it was a quiet, thoughtful struggle. And in that quiet, I felt the Spirit settle in a way that was almost palpable. It wasn't the fireworks of a conversion moment; it was the deep, steady hum of truth being uncovered.

That’s what I’ve been thinking about since listening to Donald Miller talk about desire and moments of stillness. Sometimes, the greatest learning, the most profound feeling of the Spirit, doesn't come from a breakthrough, but from the *pauses*. The moments where we have to just sit with the questions, where we have to let the feeling of the Spirit do the heavy lifting.

As we all strive to be better disciples—to be better internet missionaries, to be better companions, to be better students of the gospel—we often focus on the 'next big thing': the next transfer, the next meeting, the next scripture study. But the Lord often teaches us right in the slow moments.

This reminded me of the power of deep, focused study. If you’re looking for a place to slow down and really dig into the scriptures with others, I highly recommend checking out the Book Club feature in HolyPlaces. It’s built for those moments where you want to savor the text and really work on your discipleship together.

If you want to practice wrestling with those deep, lingering questions—the ones that make you pause and wonder—I highly encourage you to utilize Davee. He’s fantastic at role-playing the hard questions an investigator might ask, letting you practice your answers in a safe space. It’s perfect missionary preparation!

For those who feel called to deepen their knowledge of the Restoration, I keep returning to the teachings of Abraham Gesner. If you haven't read anything by him recently, I suggest picking up something on the foundational principles of the gospel. You can find these wonderful resources in LivingBook.

Remember, brothers and sisters, the core of our calling is that every member can be an Internet missionary, every member can be a disciple anywhere, all the time. Don't wait for the formal assignment; find the quiet corner, the thoughtful question, and let the Spirit guide you there.

What moments in your own discipleship have felt like time slowing down? Share those experiences in the comments below. If you’re feeling the call to connect with others who are also seeking deeper understanding, join us this week for our free weekly Disciple Challenge!