Hi everyone! This week has been another really a good one! I’ve learned lots and seen lots of blessings in my life each day. So to start out, during Sunday films we watched the talk “Christ: the light that shines indarkness” by sister Eubank. I absolutely loved this talk, and if you haven’t heard it in a while go watch it! I know that as you do you will learn something that you need to hear. On Monday I was able to read the talk “Consider the blessings” by President Monson, and again this is one you should read. The thing I learned from this talk was that the Lord is in the small things and will bless and direct us as we look to him. We need to work to realize his hand in our lives, and I know that as we do, we will realize that he truthfully has a great role in our daily lives.
One experience I had where I saw this was when Elder Howe and I were trying to prepare for a lesson with José. We both were having different ideas and were trying to explain our viewpoints, but we were just getting frustrated. I realized what was happening and decided to say a quick prayer in my mind that I would understand his feelings and as soon as I did, my feelings changed and I saw him differently. We were able to put together a good lesson and feel united.
During the Tuesday devotional sister Craig (General Young Women’s Presidency) explained further how the Lord directs us. She said “God can only guide your footsteps when you move your feet”. Before our planning meeting could improve, I had to decide to pray and open my heart. I know it can be hard to move our feet at times, but I know God is there to direct us as we do.
Something I’ve learned which has helped me learn to trust more in Heavenly Father is how I study. I absolutely love the time I have to study the scriptures, and I’ve found that when I am truly studying with a purpose it is so much better. I have learned to start with a prayer, read, ponder, and then pray again telling my Heavenly Father what I learned and asking any questions I have. Doing this has given more meaning to my study and has helped me see the hand of God more clearly throughout the day.
Alright, so the highlight of my week was when I was able
to host the new missionaries arriving at the MTC on Wednesday. This was really
such a neat experience and reinforced my testimony that God knows and loves
each person individually. As I was able to help new missionaries receive their
materials, drop off their suitcases in their residence, and get to their first
class I felt so much happiness and peace. Towards the end, it started to rain and even though it
was cold and my clothes were damp I felt so warm and happy inside. I know that
each of you can feel that too when you try to help others and take steps
towards our Father in Heaven. So the last missionary I welcomed was really
having a hard time leaving his family and was just struggling a lot with this
change. I know that God had me help him specifically because I was able to help
comfort and encourage him a little. I’m not saying this out of pride, but I’m
trying to say that I know God puts specific people in specific places at
specific times for a reason, and all we have to do is be ready and look for it.
I know that everything happens for a reason. I know God loves each of you so
much and has a plan for you. Just keep doing your best and you’ll see growth
and great blessings from Heavenly Father.
Quote of the week: “Don’t give up, keep moving forward,
and know there is help ahead.”
Scripture of the week: James 1:5
Elder McDonald
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