We had a fairly busy week this week. We had
multiple service projects again. We helped a less active move some stuff
to a house she's building. Her husband isn't a member, but he is such a
nice guy. They have some potential. Their house is also very nice. We
also helped some members in the Many ward build their house. It is so
cool because most of the wall are wood and there are huge windows that
bring in a ton of light. That couple is so nice and they have such
strong spirits. She shared a story about how she stood up for what she
believed in and was let go from her job. She prayed to God and wondered
why she was let go if she did what she was supposed to do. She got an
answer that something better was coming. She eventually got a way better
job that helped her retire easier and better. It was such a cool story.
We also helped finished the deck at a member's house. I was sweating
bullets up on the deck even though it wasn't even noon yet. Haha. That's
how you know you're working hard. I love that feeling!
God's
hand is truly in the work. I gained a much stronger testimony on the
power of prayer. Olivia and her family have been really hard to contact
for the past couple weeks. So Elder Lehr asked his family and the ward
his dad is bishop over to pray for her situation to improve. We have
done that and God provided a way for it to happen. We got a call
during a meeting, but felt prompted to answer it. It was Olivia thanking
us for the prayers. She had moved and was in a much better situation
than before. She was soooo much more happy. She's no longer depressed.
She had us over the next day. It was so neat to see God's hand in this
wonderful family. We hope they continue to progress. Right now, they are
searching for the right church. Pray for the spirit to lead her and her
family to baptism. Our whole contact with them has been a true
testimony builder.
Bob kept his commitment again!!! We can
tell he is really progressing. We see a brighter light about him. I love
him so much. I hope he gains a testimony of Joseph Smith. That is the
thing that is holding him back right now. Keep praying for him to have
the spirit testify that Joseph Smith was a true prophet.
I was
reflecting on my mission up to this point. I have realized that my
testimony is much stronger. It's been tested, tried, denied, and
challenged. I know that going through trials and having questions about
the gospel truly strengthens our testimonies IF we search the
scriptures, pray, and truly desire for this church to be the true
church. That is acting in faith. This has solidified my testimony of the
gospel. I know it's true.
Hope y'all have a wonderful week. Look for God's hand in your life. That is such a testimony builder as well.
Love, Elder Chandler Allen
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