How lovely this past week has been! I have had my testimony built in every way, shape, and form. Through the district meeting that we had with you President Wall. I was enlighten and i learned a lot. In the way of questioning and asking people to make small commitments working the way up to the bigger commitment. And instead of talking about certain teachings, going out and doing it because we learn best when we are thrown into the fire. There were things i needed to learn and i am glad i was able to grasp that. And I am grateful for receiving help and for the leadership President Wall so lovingy gives.
I will share a few things that have happend since thurday. We sent out a massive text to all the people in our phone to remind them of general conference. We got a few replies that day. The next day at night we decided to visit a refferal that was given to us. We were on our way to number 624 on their street and as we passed by there was a young family outside their home playing with chalk. As we rode they yelled out, "Hi missionaries!" Elder Swain and i looked at each other sorta surprised, and immidiatly got the feeling to turn back. So we did and started talking to them. The home number was 634. Turn out that they were the family that we were looking for! Not long after they started telling us their situation. And how her boyfriend (they were not married) wanted to be taught. They invited us in and we quickly began teaching them. And Carla (mom) expressed how she wanted to get back into the church wanted to be and re-taught with her boyfriend. He said "yes" to baptism during the lesson and the spirit was strongly felt and we taught the first lesson as well. This family was filled with joy immidiatly. Elder Swain and I both saw their smiles grow as we shared the beautfiul message of the Gospel and how it carries us. We told them about conference and invited them the next day. They did not have a car or tv so they were in need of a ride to the church. That night, we called a family that invited us to watch conference in their home so that we could help them in between sessions. They gladly said they would help. And on Saturday we were able to get this small young family , after just visiting them once the day before, able to watch conference. I am so thankful for Members and their willingness to help! They are understanding the importance of missionary work!
Another beautiful miracle that happened that same day was from our other new investigator Judy. We had repeatedly reminded her and encouraged her to watch conference. After the first session of conference on saturday morning, she sent us a text and it read,
"Those are the most beautiful words ever spoken that i have heard. I truly believe in my heart and soul, God is calling me to join you. I always do what God calls me to do. God brought the church and you into my life. I'm forever grateful to him for this calling. I'm still working on smoiking. Cofee is history. And finally Smoking will be history as well. So i may join the true church of Jesus Christ our Savior. I must call my cousin and speak to her.. I feel so uplifted, I cannot explain how i feel. I will be watching tomorrow as well. Thank you for your kindness, spirit, laughter, listening to me cry, and for your understanding. God bless you Elders you are helping me change my life. And now I know what I am going through is what has to happen, "why" is not for me to ask anymore. however, to continue on with my life and become whole again."
How Beautiful were her sweet words! And o how high did my testimony grow! That is the first time i have heard anyone gain a testimony so strong from General Conference. I told our Ward missionary as well and it was the first time he heard such a thing happen as well. It just testified to me how true are the words of God's Prophet, Apostles and leaders are! She was truly touched by the Holy Ghost at the moment. She was in-tune and she knew right away, the truth which she had heard.
It told me right away, that our Savior lives. And he STILL speaks to us today. We DO have a Living Prophet and inspired leaders. And this Church IS True! I just was reading a book by Dallin H. Oaks that said all of Christs' followers testify of him. And as I remembered all the Speakers of General Conference, they ALL testified of Christ. In one way or another. And THAT is what builds our testimonies, THAT is how we know of the truth, and THAT is how we know that this is His Church.
I am so grateful for those God has place in our path. I am looking forward to working with Judy, And Colby (Carla's Boyfriend) and also Carolyn and Grant who we will be visiting this week! These will be the first people that i will have the opportunity to fully start from the beginning and teach them till they are baptized! I has hope for my brothers and sisters. And never before has my testimony grown so much over such a small period of time!
Tthere is no Doubt that i am seeing miracles. As we strive to be spirit led and full of joy for the work that we do. And the with the help of members we are seeing many blessing come to pass.
I can strongly testify that this is the Lord's work. It is not easy, but the blessings are more than worth it. I thank my Heavenly Father for all he does, all he has given, and all he will do/give.
The work is SO TRUE and SO VERY REAL!
I will share a few things that have happend since thurday. We sent out a massive text to all the people in our phone to remind them of general conference. We got a few replies that day. The next day at night we decided to visit a refferal that was given to us. We were on our way to number 624 on their street and as we passed by there was a young family outside their home playing with chalk. As we rode they yelled out, "Hi missionaries!" Elder Swain and i looked at each other sorta surprised, and immidiatly got the feeling to turn back. So we did and started talking to them. The home number was 634. Turn out that they were the family that we were looking for! Not long after they started telling us their situation. And how her boyfriend (they were not married) wanted to be taught. They invited us in and we quickly began teaching them. And Carla (mom) expressed how she wanted to get back into the church wanted to be and re-taught with her boyfriend. He said "yes" to baptism during the lesson and the spirit was strongly felt and we taught the first lesson as well. This family was filled with joy immidiatly. Elder Swain and I both saw their smiles grow as we shared the beautfiul message of the Gospel and how it carries us. We told them about conference and invited them the next day. They did not have a car or tv so they were in need of a ride to the church. That night, we called a family that invited us to watch conference in their home so that we could help them in between sessions. They gladly said they would help. And on Saturday we were able to get this small young family , after just visiting them once the day before, able to watch conference. I am so thankful for Members and their willingness to help! They are understanding the importance of missionary work!
Another beautiful miracle that happened that same day was from our other new investigator Judy. We had repeatedly reminded her and encouraged her to watch conference. After the first session of conference on saturday morning, she sent us a text and it read,
"Those are the most beautiful words ever spoken that i have heard. I truly believe in my heart and soul, God is calling me to join you. I always do what God calls me to do. God brought the church and you into my life. I'm forever grateful to him for this calling. I'm still working on smoiking. Cofee is history. And finally Smoking will be history as well. So i may join the true church of Jesus Christ our Savior. I must call my cousin and speak to her.. I feel so uplifted, I cannot explain how i feel. I will be watching tomorrow as well. Thank you for your kindness, spirit, laughter, listening to me cry, and for your understanding. God bless you Elders you are helping me change my life. And now I know what I am going through is what has to happen, "why" is not for me to ask anymore. however, to continue on with my life and become whole again."
How Beautiful were her sweet words! And o how high did my testimony grow! That is the first time i have heard anyone gain a testimony so strong from General Conference. I told our Ward missionary as well and it was the first time he heard such a thing happen as well. It just testified to me how true are the words of God's Prophet, Apostles and leaders are! She was truly touched by the Holy Ghost at the moment. She was in-tune and she knew right away, the truth which she had heard.
It told me right away, that our Savior lives. And he STILL speaks to us today. We DO have a Living Prophet and inspired leaders. And this Church IS True! I just was reading a book by Dallin H. Oaks that said all of Christs' followers testify of him. And as I remembered all the Speakers of General Conference, they ALL testified of Christ. In one way or another. And THAT is what builds our testimonies, THAT is how we know of the truth, and THAT is how we know that this is His Church.
I am so grateful for those God has place in our path. I am looking forward to working with Judy, And Colby (Carla's Boyfriend) and also Carolyn and Grant who we will be visiting this week! These will be the first people that i will have the opportunity to fully start from the beginning and teach them till they are baptized! I has hope for my brothers and sisters. And never before has my testimony grown so much over such a small period of time!
Tthere is no Doubt that i am seeing miracles. As we strive to be spirit led and full of joy for the work that we do. And the with the help of members we are seeing many blessing come to pass.
I can strongly testify that this is the Lord's work. It is not easy, but the blessings are more than worth it. I thank my Heavenly Father for all he does, all he has given, and all he will do/give.
The work is SO TRUE and SO VERY REAL!
Keep on with the Work of Salvation Everyone! Remember the word sof Jesus Christ to Peter " Do you love me?" x3! Show him your love by bringing his children unto him. Actions speak louder than words!
Love you all!
Elder Caiña
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