It was another week of our faith
being tested and strengthened. On Thursday we taught our progressing
investigator Bro Bryan, the single dad with two adorable little boys and a real
desire to quit smoking, who told us that he was unexpectedly called back to his
work in Manila and is not sure if he will be able to come back except for the
occasional Sunday off. When he told us that, I didn't feel worried, just peace
and calm. While we are not sure how he will be baptized
now, Sister Fui and I know that Heavenly Father has a plan for Bro
Bryan and will always provide a way for His children who are willing, to keep
His commandments.
We also had another golden
investigator, Sister Joy, leave to go to Manila as well to take care of a sick
husband. She begged us to please keep in touch with her and come back to visit
her when she comes home, hopefully in the next few weeks. She has also agreed
to be baptized and we are trusting that Heavenly Father will provide a way for
her as well :)
We saw amazing evidence of our
combined effort in pressing forward with faith during Sister Mau's baptism,
performed by her father, on Saturday. We led sister Mau to the font and gave
her a big hug. I whispered, "mahal kita, Sister Mau" and they was
overwhelmed by the Spirit and moved to tears as we watched recently baptized Bro
Rabara exercise the priesthood authority of God and baptize her. The Spirit was
so strong and they were both glowing. I don't know how else to put it-
they were glowing with happiness, the Spirit and the pure joy that
comes from living a commandment of God. Her baptism was completed yesterday
when she was confirmed and received the Gift of the Holy Ghost. Part of the
blessing she was given was that someday she will become a powerful full-time
missionary, exactly in line with her desire that she's shared with us. :)
She's going to be an amazing member and an amazing missionary some day!
I gave a talk yesterday in church,
to a very small congregation. People have a really hard time coming to church
here when there are typhoons, but those who can, do. I spoke about keeping the
Sabbath day holy and how it is an expression of our love and gratitude for the
Savior and His Atonement. I got really emotional as I bore testimony of the
Atonement and how Christ died for us. All
He asks in return is one day in 7 to leave our worldly labors and
pastimes and go to His church to worship and remember Him. What a blessing it
is to have the Sabbath and to be able to feast spiritually for one whole day
per week!
I'm so happy to be here and
love the Savior and His work :)
Sister Gustafson
Sorry, no pics this week. next
week!! :)
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