Actually I'm quite the opposite. I am reserved at church generally, but I'm rather extroverted everywhere else.
My rational mind seems to be my greatest enemy at times - it certainly seems to be so when it comes to having faith. I think I'm doing what I'm supposed to be doing, but I don't see anything specific happening. Maybe it is due to my lack of faith. I personally have never known anyone to do the kinds of miraculous works described in the scriptures - it doesn't mean they don't happen - only that I've never seen them.
In my humble opinion, I would pray earnestly for the gift of faith to exercise your priesthood. Seek and pray for the Spirit to be with you as you do so and live so as to allow that Spirit to be with you when you need it. Even if you don't see results right away, remember that everything is done on the Lord's timetable, and He doesn't need to show great outward manifestations to use priesthood power.
I think you are doing well in that you are trying to understand your dilemma and become better. Don't despair. I will keep you in my prayers.
You might also see if there is anything that has been said by prophets and apostles that may help, such as the recent general conference.
Uncomfortable with the priesthood
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In my humble opinion, I would pray earnestly for the gift of faith to exercise your priesthood. Seek and pray for the Spirit to be with you as you do so and live so as to allow that Spirit to be with you when you need it. Even if you don't see results right away, remember that everything is done on the Lord's timetable, and He doesn't need to show great outward manifestations to use priesthood power.
I think you are doing well in that you are trying to understand your dilemma and become better. Don't despair. I will keep you in my prayers.
You might also see if there is anything that has been said by prophets and apostles that may help, such as the recent general conference.
Wishing you the best in Christ,:)
~Tony