My Last Email As a Full Time Missionary

This might be the hardest weekly I've ever had to write, especially cause I wrote one last week, it's too soon. I've loved serving the Lord for this year, it's been the hardest, most amazing, life-changing, and miserable year of my life. Through all of that, I have learned and grown so much and I'm grateful for every single day that has taught me. I'm so blessed. 

I've met the most amazing people and loved every single one of them. I don't think I fully realized how much one could love until I came out on a mission. I have been able to see through God's eyes for a little bit, and it has been the best gift that anyone could ever give me. 

On that note, I'm coming home. For those who I've told already, I'm so grateful for your love and support. It has been the hardest decision because I have truly loved my mission more than I can express. 

For those struggling with mental health, I understand, but more important than that I know Jesus understands. He has never left my side, even though I sometimes can't feel Him. He has helped me so much and I'm so grateful for how close I've been able to get to my Savior and Brother. 

I just want to tell you that I know He listens to you and answers you. That's a promise from someone who has a calling to represent the Lord. 

I'm so grateful for this name tag that I get to put on every day that has His name on it. I cannot tell you what a blessing that has been even in the hardest times. 

Since this will most likely be my last email, I want to leave you all with the invitation to pray to know if God is there and if He loves you. Once you get that far, I promise you He will bless you for your efforts. 

I know that He lives, I know He loves and listens to us. I know that He is the only way we can find peace in these crazy times and in this life. Please reach out to Him, He is waiting to embrace you.

I love you all,

Sister Bailey