¡Hola, mi familia y mis amigos!
This week was fantástico!
We had another lesson with S and her boyfriend, L. They are such great people, and L wants to learn more and do more, but we feel like they're each other's road blocks. S works on Sundays. She said at first it was hard to miss church, but now it's what's necessary. It's sad to see how much she's changed by not attending church. I read Helaman 5:9-14. Pres. Spencer W. Kimball said this about memory and our spirituality: “When you look in the dictionary for the most important word, do you know what it is? It could be remember. Because all of you have made covenants--you know what to do and you know how to do it--our greatest need is to remember. That is why everyone goes to sacrament meeting every Sabbath day--to take the sacrament and listen to the priests pray that they ‘may always remember him and keep his commandments which he has given them.’ Nobody should ever forget to go to sacrament meeting. Remember is the word. Remember is the program.”
I know that to be true. When I forgot my covenants and purposefully missed church, my life was dark. I didn't realize how unhappy I was until I repented. The light of Christ was able to shine brightly in my life again, and I was able to feel peace and true happiness. I know that when God gives us a commandment, He will provide a way for us to accomplish it.
We were able to do some service again for the family who needed help with their horse stalls last week. We got them almost completely packed up and moved out. Service is one of my favorite things as a missionary. They were very appreciative. We could see how her burdens were lightened by our help.
We had dinner with two families in the ward this week. It's great to be able to share a message and to also gain wisdom from others who have such strong testimonies. And I got to try rhubarb for the first time! Mmmmmm! So good! Thank you, Sister Young!
Tomorrow is my six-month mark. Holy buckets. I think I'm in shock that I've made it this far. There have been times when I felt like giving up because the language was too hard or when I felt like I couldn't overcome my weaknesses. I am grateful for the blessings, prayers, and uplifting words from my family and friends. I have loved these past six months. I have seen the hand of the Lord in my life as well as in the lives of others. My mom shared something with me today that I want to end with.
"When we're prompted to do something or say something to or for someone, that means the Lord knows us and the other person. So when people say they don't know if the Lord knows who they are, there's the proof."
I testify that the Lord knows you. He loves you. You are wonderful in His eyes. Heavenly Father sent His Son to die for you because He loves His children. Jesus Christ suffered what none of us can fathom. He did it because He loves you and wants you to return back home.
Con cariño,
Hermana Boyson
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