This summer, I was able to visit with my nephew. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Kaysville, Utah and served the people there while teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ.

He came home and is continuing his college education. He spent this last summer being a counselor to the youth at several FSY events (For the Strength of Youth).

He got to have amazing experiences testifying of Jesus Christ and teaching others of the love that Jesus has for them through activities, testimony meetings, dances and devotionals.

I’m so jealous! I would love to do that. It’s okay, I have another thing I have been called to do. I need to focus on that.

When we were together this summer, he performed some songs while his other talented brother played the piano for us. It was such a fun time together. It was a concert right in our home. I will never forget it.

Later, he told me something that I want to share with you. I don’t remember, but I think we were talking about being nervous to perform for others, but somehow the topic landed on fear. This is what he said:

“I still have the fear, but instead of focusing on that fear, I focus on my purpose.”

I love that so much! I am terrified of ______ (fill in the blank), but instead of focusing on my fear, I will focus on my purpose. My purpose is to ________ (fill in the blank).

This changes everything for me! I’m so grateful for the work that he has done and will continue to do.

Last night, my niece read her letter from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints telling her where she will go to serve her mission.

She is about to embark on an amazing adventure. I’m sure there will be moments of fear. I know that she will focus on her purpose. I have no doubt.

My other nephew, the talented pianist that played for his brother to sing for us; He leaves on his mission very soon.

I need to be more like these amazing youth. I need to keep my focus on my purpose. The fears only come from one source.

Focus on the light. It will lead you to your purpose.