Yes, things have been pretty crazy here as you probably already know. So instead of telling you everything you already know, I'll keep it short and simple!
Highlights of the week:
- We had another wonderful lesson with our friend Wayne on Thursday! We talked about how we can have a personal relationship with the Savior. We showed him a video called "Hope of God's Light" (such a great video by the way) and testified that by reading the scriptures, praying, and going to church, we can come to know for ourselves who God is personally. While we were talking, everything all of a sudden clicked for Wayne and he exclaimed, "That's why you keep inviting me to church! I need to go to church!" We were so excited but tragically, church is suspended for the time being so we invited him to prepare to go to church by studying the Book of Mormon and praying. Wayne is super awesome and it has been so neat to see how much he has progressed since the first day we met him!
- We had two awesome lessons with our new friend Cecelia this week! Cecelia is a super sweet older lady who has a son who is a member of our ward. The first day we went to meet her, she let us straight in and started talking to us! The second lesson we had with her, we talked about how the Book of Mormon and the Bible support each other and testify of Jesus Christ. Afterwards she said, "I think I need to start reading the Book of Mormon a little more". It was so wonderful and we are excited to continue teaching her!
- Our mission had our Restoration Devotional on Sunday. Because of all the craziness going on in the world, we ended up live streaming the devotional to all our members, families, and friends so that they could watch it at home. It went really well and the Spirit was super strong. I am so grateful for the Restoration of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and for the peace and hope it brings. I felt so grateful for the opportunity to share my testimony through song and to add it with the testimonies of so many other missionaries and members!
No matter what is going on in the world, we can stand firm in the knowledge that the Church is true and is led by a prophet of God. We don't need to fear because we have a loving Father in Heaven who has a plan for all His children. We don't have to feel alone because Jesus Christ is standing with us no matter what we are going through. I love the scripture John 16:33 that says:
33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.
I also love the scripture D&C 50:41-42 which says,
41 Fear not, little children, for you are mine, and I have overcome the world, and you are of them that my Father hath given me;
42 And none of them that my Father hath given me shall be lost.
42 And none of them that my Father hath given me shall be lost.
Jesus Christ is the ultimate source of peace and hope. I can promise that as you turn to Him and trust in Him, you will find comfort! I love you all so much and thank you for all of your support and prayers! Have a wonderful week and keep your chins up! We have so much to be grateful for!
Lots of Love,
Sister Ferrin
Mailing Info:
8267 Deseret Ave
Fair Oaks CA 95628
United States
Fair Oaks CA 95628
United States
Pics of the week:
1- Post-Devotional Selfie
2- Getting ready for Sunday!
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