In her April 2026 General Conference address, “Here Am I, Send Me,” Susan H. Porter teaches that discipleship begins with a simple but powerful choice: to offer ourselves to God and be willing to act.
From the premortal world, where Jesus Christ said, “Here am I, send me,” to our daily lives now, that same invitation continues.
Heavenly Father can provide miracles when you simply offer what you have.
But that raises an important question: Do small efforts really make a meaningful difference?
Common Criticism: “What I have to offer isn’t enough.”
Many feel that their abilities, time, or influence are too limited to make a real impact. They may believe that meaningful change requires more talent, more resources, or more experience.
Fallacy at Work: Insufficient Offering
This belief assumes that outcomes depend primarily on what we can produce. It suggests small efforts don’t matter and only large contributions make a difference. That limited resources limit results.
Doctrine: God Magnifies Small and Simple Offerings
President Porter teaches that God does not require perfection or abundance—He asks for willingness.
She points to the young boy who offered five loaves and two fishes. Though it seemed insufficient, the Savior used it to feed thousands.
The principle is clear: we offer what we have and God provides the increase.
When you say, ‘Here am I, send me,’ Heavenly Father can take something small and simple and make it great!
President Porter’s Correction
President Porter reframes discipleship as participation, not perfection.
God is not waiting for us to become more capable before He can use us. He is waiting for us to be willing now.
Solution
When we stop focusing on what we lack and start offering what we have, we allow God to work through us.
Living Apologetics: Offering What You Have
In everyday life, opportunities to serve often feel small: a kind word, simple act of help, or a quiet moment of encouragement. It can be tempting to dismiss these as insignificant.
But President Porter teaches that these are exactly the kinds of offerings God uses.
We don’t need to solve every problem, have all the answers, or do something extraordinary. We simply need to show up and offer what we have. Then God can multiply the impact to reach more people and create outcomes we could not achieve alone.
Practical Apologetic Use
- If someone says: “I don’t have much to offer.”
- You can respond: “President Porter teaches that God can take something small and make it great. What matters is being willing to offer it.”
Ways to Apply Today
1️⃣ Act on one prompting to help someone, even if it feels small.
2️⃣ Offer your time or attention to someone who needs it.
3️⃣ Pray each morning, “Here am I, send me,” and follow impressions.
Keep This Talk With You
President Porter reminds us that discipleship doesn’t begin with ability. It begins with availability.
The Savior said, “Here am I, send me.” And we are invited to say the same.
This week:
- Be willing. Offer yourself to God each day.
- Act simply. Trust that small efforts matter.
- Let God magnify. He can do more than we can see.
As we do, we begin to see that God was never asking for more than we had. He was simply asking us to say, “Here am I.”
What is one small thing I can offer today and trust God to magnify?
The Consider Conference series by FAIR offers an in-depth look at recent General Conference talks to help members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints navigate common questions, misunderstandings, and criticisms. Each post provides doctrinal insights, historical context, and practical ways to apply gospel principles in everyday conversations. Through this series, we hope to equip readers with faith-promoting resources that encourage thoughtful reflection, respectful dialogue, and a stronger foundation in gospel truths, fostering both personal conviction and meaningful discussions with others.
Leave a Reply