Two investigators are now on date for baptism. Katherine and Ashleah. They're so great. I've learned that this is what I do on my mission and that's kind of why I knew I was leaving. When things start going good, I get the boot. But I am so glad about it and I could not be more grateful for the time I have had to serve and learn here. The people here have helped me more than I could ever help them.
Yesterday I was overcome with so many things. The 6th ward has become my home (which is ironic because my home ward is the 6th ward...). I have only been here 3 months but it's like I've always been here. As I sat in church, I was overcome with how much I love the people here. THEY ARE THE BEST. I can't explain and you'll just have to come meet them. They are so giving, caring, selfless, devoted, funny, loving. All the things that I need to be. It's hard to leave because this feels like my home. But I know that God has a plan for me. And for the people around me. I know that I've done what I needed to have done. As soon as we are told about transfers, Satan tries to convince me that I have done nothing good in my area and that no one cares. But it's not true. I can say with integrity that I have tried my very best to do all that I could here. What really matters is the people here know that I love my Saviour Jesus Christ and that obedience to His teachings brings happiness and peace.
God knew I was leaving and so for the past 4 exchanges, Sister Hilton stayed in the 6th ward and I went to other areas. That's just what made sense to us, even though it didn't technically make sense. But now we know why!
I love Grand Junction with my entire heart and soul. It's hilarious because before my mission I just thought of Grand Junction as some weird little hick town in the middle of nowhere. But now it's one of the most sacred places to me. This is where I have learned who Christ truly is. And it's because of the people who live here.
I am so excited to try and be a missionary somewhere else. I can't even remember a time before I was here (JK) but 9 months seems like forever. I am excited for a new challenge. For a new opportunity to learn. For a good humbling experience.
Never before in my life on Earth has the eternal plan of our Heavenly Father's been more real and more important. I know that each day is an opportunity to show God that I am on my way back to Him. And that I am privileged to help others on their way. He is helping me with every single decision because this truly is the most important thing to Him. I just wish all of you were with me here every day to experience the things that I am privileged to. EVERYONE NEEDS TO SERVE A MISSION.
Here's to Grand Junction!
Con mucho amor,
Sista T
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