We got to teach L____ and D____ on Thursday.
They are awesome, D___ wants to get baptized but he isn't willing to
make the full commitment yet to prepare for it. We spent time talking
about how the "milk comes before the meat" (1 Cor. 3:2) We each have to
do the simple things before we get to the great things so our foundation
doesn't crumble or not make sense to us. They are just so sweet though,
it was powerful to just read the scriptures with them and feel the Holy
Ghost together. They were out of town this weekend but plan to come
next week to church!
The WBSquad aka B____
and A_____ are doing so good. We got to meet with them earlier on in the
week and talk about Nephi and his family. Tuesday evening we actually had them teach us the Restoration, to help them review. They did really well, they are so awesome! Wednesday
we went over Lehi's Dream and drew it out together. It really helped
them understand the deeper meaning behind it, we each need to hold to
the rod.. the iron rod. A____ also went to youth conference up in
Jackson this weekend, she loved it! The spirit continues to work with
them and prepare them for baptism. They will be ready on the 30th for
sure!
Saturday
was interviews with President and we also met up with J____. J____ is
preparing to pass the sacrament, he is going to pass it with us next
week. We got him a white shirt and tie and everything. He continues to
tell us how grateful he was to get baptized and the difference it has
made in his life. He finds himself happier and more patient with
everyone, it's so great to hear. J____ is the best! Interviews were also
really good, I left very uplifted. It's just good to talk with him and
get to know him better. I was just happy the whole time, telling him of
all the success we are having, how great it is to serve with Elder Crisp
and the happiness I get from serving the Lord! President is awesome,
Waveland is awesome and life is awesome.
Yesterday was a good Sunday.
I had to give a surprise talk that I found out about a couple days
before. Since our days have just been jam packed, I had to prepare it
the night before and the morning of. The Holy Ghost really helped me
though, it turned out really good. I felt like everyone was actually
listening, for the most part the kids were quiet and the spirit was
being brought unto their hearts. One of the sisters in our ward came up
afterwards and said, "I heard a future general authority speak today." I
just laughed and said, "that wasn't me, that was just the Holy Ghost
helping me. " :) After church, we decided to venture over to Pass
Christian and work over there for the day. We met some nice people and
had a great lesson with a less-active member. She was so happy we came
and brought the spirit into her home. We were able to clear up a lot of
her concerns and doubts. After a hot and sweaty day out in the humidity,
we ended the night at the Naylor's. It was so great, they are the best
family! They help us out a lot and it feels like being with family, we
love them. :)
Lots more happened, we have been
busy but those are some of our highlights. July continues to be awesome,
birthday and baptisms! Elder Crisp and I are doing great, the work is
moving forward here in Waveland. We are really trying to find someone to
baptize in August, want to keep the train rolling! I hope y'all have a
blessed week and continue to pray always... with the Lord, y'all can do
ALL things! Keep on smiling! I love y'all so much! Another week in
Paradise...
Love,
Elder Mason Rankin :)
PS.. Totally caught a shark this morning... in fact I caught 2!!
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| catfish |
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| white trout |
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| yep! that's right.... a shark #1! |
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| shark #2 |
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| ouch don't try to bite me! |
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| 33 inches |
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