This week was absolutely amazing, I don't even know how to describe it in words. Everyday I feel like I am learning so much. Thank you for all your prayers for Guadalupe! We had a visit with her this week on Saturday. My companion and I were both a little timid for the lesson because we were scared it was going to turn into a drop lesson. We sat down and followed up on her Book of Mormon reading. She says. "I haven't been reading that much. I am only in second nephi." My eyes shot open. Music to my ears! We invited her to be baptized on the 12 of December and she accepted! Some people you meet on the mission truly look so familiar! I have felt such a love for Guadalupe and know I knew her before this life. This week has been crazy busy trying to set up this area for the next transfer! I'm crossing my fingers that I can stay with Hermana Baum for one more. This past week, I was blessed to have a blessing. It was an incredible experience. I was struggling and really needed comfort from my Heavenly Father. As soon as he laid he hands on top of my head, I felt Oupa, Lula, Grandma, and Grandpa in the room. I knew there were others too, but I didn't know who they were. But I knew that Oupa was there. In the blessing, I received the counsel to just relax, don't stress, and enjoy the rest of my mission. It was exactly what I needed to hear. Sometimes, we don't realize that this the the Work of the Lord. He doesn't need us to do it, and he could do it himself. All he asks of us is our best, and he will always make up the difference. This morning while I was praying, I felt Heavenly Father confirm that blessing. Just relax, and enjoy the rest. I saw myself riding a wave right into shore. I already caught the swell, I already have it. Now it's time to enjoy, and ride those waves into shore. Love you so much, and thank you for the birthday wishes! Can't wait to see you on the shore. Rache
Thank you for the necklace Ouma! I felt so special wearing a South African tradition:)
Thank you for the necklace Ouma! I felt so special wearing a South African tradition:)