This week has been one of ups and downs and overall just a lot of work and effort. We were able to get a lot more done than last week, and use our time more efficiently. That was one big blessing of the Lord.
However, this week also came with many trials and a lot of stress from some harsh rejections and members with problems that missionaries really just can't solve... So, I've been taking a lot of comfort in the scriptures. Memorizing good verses, and reading over parts of the Book of Mormon in english for the first time since being a missionary (I just study in spanish pretty much all the time). I testify to all of you that if we study with humility, going to God to receive from Him what we cannot find that the scriptures will be opened unto us and we will find in the words of the ancient prophets the aid we need. I love the word of God in all of its completeness. I love His word in the mouths of modern prophets and apostles and testify of the truth and validity of their ministry. I love the beauty of the voices that cry out from the dust and declare the glad tidings of the Christ in our ears.
In the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood, it says that he that is faithful unto the obtaining of those two priesthoods shall be sanctified by the Holy Spirit unto the renewal of their bodies, and I testify of that. The more I magnify this calling I am given, the stronger I grow and the more prepared to face another day without tire or care.
So, just some spiritual thoughts for the week. Make sure to read General Conference talks! Or listen to them! You guys have that luxury!
Other than that, we have my new comp.: Elder Merrell.
He is a huge nerd and that's pretty awesome. He lived just thirty minutes outside of Seattle, Washington before the mission, and he's really new out in the field. His Spanish is coming along and we're working in it super hard. He's a diligent, obedient missionary who is willing to learn and teach freely. Though I am the senior comp, I am often astonished at how much of an example he is to me at times, and he boosts my confidence in our ability to manage this area.
As far as the work goes.... Well, we're searching for progressing investigators. Wish us luck! Someone needs to get baptized this change! I'm probably going to leave and we need at least SOMETHING more to leave behind!
I love you all. Thank you for all of your support and encouragement. Keep the faith where you are and continue on fighting the war at home.
Love,
Elder Harris
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