Hi Everyone!
Hey!! How are you?! So let's just say my new area is a
mixture of so many types of people in all walks of life. Haha. Oh man. And what
a marvelous area to serve. An area where many people are prepared and God is
working mighty miracles, yet an area that has so much work to be done!
For example, day two in area. We received a referral. Went
to go contact them. We turned onto a street and had about 1/2 mile to go until
we reached the person. It took us almost 2 1/2 hours to get there because we
talked to everyone and it felt like everyone was outside. Most people wanted to
talk with us. They were pretty receptive to God and to our message, or at least
to us praying for them. God was really controlling our schedule because the
aftermath of all that is three progressing investigators one with a possible
baptism date. Yup, God is preparing the hearts of the people.
God is working miracles with our schedule and who we run
into it. I LOVE IT!!!! It's amazing what happens when you let Him take charge
of your schedule and the work. If you put God first everything will fall into
its proper place.
The branch is pretty great. It is fun to be in a branch
(smaller sized congregation)... I haven't been in one since I lived in New
York. Oh, and there was a deaf woman at church. She has kind of had an
interpreter on and off, and yet she has still been faithful in attending. I
was able to interpret for her on Sunday. It was mentally taxing but very
rewarding. I am so grateful for this opportunity to serve and to grow.
I love Sister Bush! She is NOT afraid to open her mouth. She
is a little 4'11" ball of energy and spiritual power. (I think its funny
I'm calling her little because I am only 5'1" if that...) We
have been talking to everyone and she has taken the lead at least half the
time. She is testifying boldly and making everyone feel loved. I am truly grateful
to have her as a companion. Plus, we have a great time together.
We are working on overcoming some bumps in the road, but are
really focusing on just moving forward from mistakes or hard times and always
finding the positive. Sister Bush and I laughed for half an hour last night
singing and dancing to Veggie Tales songs and songs from Wizard of Oz. It was a
hoot! Oh man.
My invitation to you this week is to read
The Book of Mormon and pray about it. If you have already done this, do it
again. One's testimony of The Book of Mormon should always be strengthened. If
you haven't done this, please do. You will truly find greater peace and
blessings plus a knowledge of the restored gospel. The book is true and has
blessed my life and strengthened the faith and blessed the life of countless
people that I have taught and talked to during my time in Florida. If you
haven't done this with The Bible yet, please do that as well! Most people
automatically believe the Bible is true, but you can still pray and gain a
strong testimony for yourself! :)
Have a great day!
Sister Jenkins
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