We
did go back to Hilliard for a quick visit though, which is about an hour
and a half away from where I am currently serving. BUT it could not
have been more worth it! You may remember me talking about the amazing
couple Rachel and Daniel from Hilliard. If you don't, Sister Speakman
and I met Rachel walking her dog outside her apartment and things flew
from there! She just soaked everything in and Daniel was a little more
skeptical but was diligent in learning everything for himself. I am so
grateful that I got to be a part of their beginning and have grown to
love them so much, they are absolutely wonderful. I was sad when I got
transferred that I couldn't be an active part in their journey anymore,
but the wonderful Sister Speakman kept me updated the whole time. And
guess what! They got married Friday night and then I got to come see
them be baptized Saturday night! The spirit was so strong there and
filled me up. It was such a blessing and an honor to be able to attend
and watch them make these essential covenants with their Heavenly
Father. So many exciting things happening for them and it just brings me
true joy that they are starting their journey in the gospel together
and have their sights on the temple!
Sorry
I don't have much else to tell you, it has been just a short time since
I last wrote. I do want to leave you with my testimony of service. We
have had the opportunity to do a lot of service lately: working in a
clothing bank, doing yard work, random acts of kindness, being a light
to those around us, and of course performing the service of sharing the
blessings of the Restored Gospel with our brothers and sisters. Us
rendering service is a way we can show our Heavenly Father our gratitude
for everything we have been given. I am truly grateful to have this
time in my life set apart completely for the service of others because
service brings joy. It's what makes the world a better place. It is my
prayer that we each look for those opportunities to serve those around
us, because they are always there.
Mosiah 2:17
"And
behold, I tell you these things that ye may learn wisdom; that ye may
learn that when ye are in the service of your fellow beings ye are only
in the service of your God."
