I see it. You don't...yet. Trust me.

Before I begin, "it" = the big picture

Dear Students,

I see it. You don't. But you will. Trust me. You may think this assignment is lame. You may think this skill is worthless. You may not like how this test challenges you. You may hate that you have to study. You may think that history has no relevance. It does though. We must learn from it. You may hate my high expectations. But trust me, you will be grateful for all that you've learned this year. I am preparing you to enter the tenth grade and to ultimately enter college. I see the big picture. I know what is expected of you in the future and what you are capable of. I wouldn't be a good teacher if I didn't teach you these skills and push you to be better. Trust me, all this work is aiding you on your road to success. I care for you that much.

Best,

Ms. Baer

Now, here is what the Lord is saying to me. Are you ready for this?

Dear Susie,

I see it. You don't. But you will. Trust me. You may think this time in life is frustrating and as you would say, "lame." You may not like how I test you and try you in many aspects. You may hate that you have to work hard and exercise faith in me and my plan. You may hate that I know your capabilities and potential perfectly. But trust me, you will be grateful for all that you're learning now in the present and in the future. You see, I am preparing you for exaltation. I see the big picture of your life. I know what you can become as you rely on me and on your elder brother, Jesus Christ. I wouldn't be a good Father if I didn't teach you these skills and push you to be better. Trust me, all this work is aiding you on your road to be with me again. I love you that much.

Love, Heavenly Father

Oh the things that teaching teaches me!