Hello all,
This week was pretty cool. We had a pretty inspiring zone conference on Thursday. We also learned that our new mission president is named President Mavromatis. He's from Brazil, of Greek descent, and currently lives in Utah. His pictures on lds.org. It'll be different to have a new mission president. Also, the Super Bowl happened yesterday, and it was surprisingly quiet. Due to the lack of fireworks, the Patriots' loss was made manifest. Hey, there's always next year. Besides, good job to the Eagles for winning their first Super Bowl title ever, Anyway, we had a few miracles happen this week.
Our investigator that contacted us two Mondays ago is doing really well. He's repenting and improving. It's cool to see increase of light in his eyes even in these short two weeks. He's preparing for baptism and confirmation, and we're excited for him. It was cool because he applied for a job, got interviewed the next day, hired the day after, and started working today. He knew this was a heaven-sent blessing.
On Wednesday morning, my companion and I set some new goals to spend more time for more effective proselyting. Being without a car makes it difficult to schedule and prioritize. If we aren't careful, we could fill our day with necessary but less-important activities.
As we went out that afternoon, we had two distinct miracles. While we were waiting for the train near Northeastern campus, a man approached us and asked for directions. While we were talking, the train approached and we all got on. We had a great conversation with him. He's from Brazil, and he's here in Boston on vacation. He's also Jewish but loves reading English books. So, we gave him a Book of Mormon which he graciously accepted. As we were about to get off the train he gave us his email. So, I emailed him the next day, Thursday. He emailed back on Friday and invited us to eat dinner with him tonight--his last day in Boston. He said he would like to "learn more about the Mormon church."
I always get excited when a Jewish person is interested in reading the Book of Mormon and learning. The reason is found in my favorite promise in the Book of Mormon as found in the Title Page
"And also to the convincing of the Jew and Gentile that Jesus is the Christ, the Eternal God, manifesting himself unto all nations"
I know there's power in the Book of Mormon. I know that it is true scripture that will give us a knowledge of God and Jesus Christ. I've seen it change my life and others' lives.
I love the principle of repentance. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is clearly manifest in both of these stories. As we work ever more effectively in the Lord's work, he blesses us. As our investigator continues to keep more and more commandments, he's happier, healthier, and blessed generally. There's no stagnation in the Gospel. Continual progression is an eternal principle. I love this.
Love,
Elder Rogers
As we went out that afternoon, we had two distinct miracles. While we were waiting for the train near Northeastern campus, a man approached us and asked for directions. While we were talking, the train approached and we all got on. We had a great conversation with him. He's from Brazil, and he's here in Boston on vacation. He's also Jewish but loves reading English books. So, we gave him a Book of Mormon which he graciously accepted. As we were about to get off the train he gave us his email. So, I emailed him the next day, Thursday. He emailed back on Friday and invited us to eat dinner with him tonight--his last day in Boston. He said he would like to "learn more about the Mormon church."
I always get excited when a Jewish person is interested in reading the Book of Mormon and learning. The reason is found in my favorite promise in the Book of Mormon as found in the Title Page
"And also to the convincing of the Jew and Gentile that Jesus is the Christ, the Eternal God, manifesting himself unto all nations"
I know there's power in the Book of Mormon. I know that it is true scripture that will give us a knowledge of God and Jesus Christ. I've seen it change my life and others' lives.
I love the principle of repentance. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is clearly manifest in both of these stories. As we work ever more effectively in the Lord's work, he blesses us. As our investigator continues to keep more and more commandments, he's happier, healthier, and blessed generally. There's no stagnation in the Gospel. Continual progression is an eternal principle. I love this.
Love,
Elder Rogers
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