I didn't think I'd get a good chance to write anything today but I got a minute so thought I'd type up a quick something. I'll only have four more chances after today so I've got to make the most out of my time.
This
week we have been preparing for the many trainings and events during
December while also doing a number of exchanges with the zone leaders. I
really love exchanges because it always sets the stage for miracles.
Everyone enters the exchange with faith and the desire to work hard and
things always end up panning out - even if it wasn't in the way planned
or imagined.
I had the very special
opportunity to have a lesson with a girl who is preparing for baptism
(will actually be baptized this evening) and her family. It's been a
while since I've been able to teach someone who was that close to
baptism. The Spirit in those lessons are always very strong. The girl
has been very eager and has been ready for a while but the parents have
been struggling to get back to church. They are less-active in the
church and have been off and on for 15 years or so. They have been to
the temple and were sealed there as well. We were able to take the
lesson aimed towards the little girl and broaden it to them as a family.
We taught about our living prophet, Thomas S. Monson, and about the
Sabbath day. As we taught the little girl about the special part of the
Sabbath day where we partake of the Sacrament we made sure to remind the
parents that the Sacrament, when taken properly, renews all covenants
and not just those made at baptism. I think they latched on to that idea
because from that point on in the lesson they seemed a lot more hopeful
and excited about coming back to church.
I
love that the Lord is merciful. The sacrament is a great demonstration
of his mercy and love for us. He allows us to not only enter into
covenants with him (which covenants bless us) but he allows us to repent
and renew those covenants as we don't always keep the terms. When we
partake of the sacrament under the right conditions then our covenant is
renewed and we can enjoy the instant blessings of that those covenants
as well as trust in receiving future, greater blessings.
Hope
everyone had a great Thanksgiving! Sister Ashby (the mission nurse)
made us a nice rice, chicken, and broccoli casserole. She taught me how
to make some gravy to put on top. The gravy made it feel more homey. It
was a nice lunch but no Thanksgiving naps here in the mission!
Love,
Elder Rainock
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