The weather this
week was all over the place. It started out really hot and humid. Next
day it is pouring rain and thundering our whole house. Then yesterday
and this morning it was cold. The south is crazy... Can't figure out
what it wants.
So last week for P-day, we had
fun over at the Ginn's house. They let us come play pool and enjoy the
sun at their house. They are just so nice to us and always try to help
us.
Our investigators are doing well, we tried
finding a lot this last week. We have a few potentials but not really
any solid ones.
That one family we found last week, the B____ family. (The one with the divorced single mom). We taught her on Monday
night about the Book of Mormon and invited her to read it. Her life is
still crazy, so I really prayed that she would read it. We came back on Thursday
to check up with her, she was too busy to meet but guess what!?! She
read! She was so happy to see us to. I think the spirit is working with
her and I could see her progress in the near future. We are meeting up
with them tonight so I'm praying we keep moving forward with them.
J_____
continues to progress everyday. His faith is getting stronger, he is
learning how to pray more and he even is seeing a change in his life. We
started teaching him the commandments this past week and we just
finished the Word of Wisdom. Luckily he didn't have any issues and he is
gaining a testimony of everything we have taught him so far. We
discussed a lot on Nephi and how he was a great example of obedience and
faith. Like he says in the scriptures and primary song.. "I will go and
do the things which the Lord hath commandeth.." We are still working on
getting him a new job or even Sunday's off, but I could see him getting baptized in this next month. He is great and I love seeing the Gospel bless his life.
Yesterday was our "Lucky Sunday" or just a great Sunday! H_____ came to church!!! She hasn't gone to church in 3 years
and with Heavenly Father's help, she made it yesterday. Earlier in the
week, we taught her and she couldn't come because she had her son and
didn't want to bring him because he won't sit still and cries a lot.
(B_____ is still in New Orleans for work so he couldn't meet all week).
She then texted us Saturday
and told us she would be at church because W______'s Dad is going to
have him for the weekend. It was awesome! The lessons were exactly what
she needed. She even had the whole Relief Society laughing I guess, they
all loved her.
Then after church we went out
with Bro Cuevas to see some people. We ended up teaching 8 different
families. It was awesome. Non-member, members and even part member
families. We got a lot done and it was just a day full of the spirit. It
helped us a lot because we are really working on gaining the trust of
our members. Without them on our side, we can never get anywhere. Having
them see H____ and then visiting a few as well, I think it's helping a
lot. Waveland continues to move forward. :)
While
studying this week, I continued to learn about Alma and Amulek. A duo
or companionship that spoke boldly to the people and examples to me.
They weren't afraid to share their testimonies and opposition didn't
phase them. I desire to be like them and not allow opposition to turn me
away from what is right or what needs to be done. Not just on my
mission, but in life. Sometimes we may become discouraged, but we can
receive help from on high. I saw in numerous times this week as he
helped us get H____ to church, got us in doors and led us to homes of
those that needed to hear our message at that time. I know he can do the
same for you in your life. It all starts with prayer. Alma 38:5,
replace your name with Shiblon's. I know this to be true and I know God
loves each of us. I hope and pray y'all have a good week. Keep on
smiling and pray always. Love y'all! :)
Just another day in paradise!
Love,
Elder Mason Rankin :)
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