Dear Family,
Let me tell you of the wrestle I had before God. It all
started around Monday night. I was studying Why we are here on earth. I came to
the great understanding that this time is not only to serve missions, but to
repent. I felt like I could of just died Monday morning, you could probably
tell.... I was determined to resolve these fellings the right way, so I called
president. I scheduled an appointment. When I called he did not answer, It was
not until Wednesday that I finally got to speak properly with him. Those three
days were the closest thing to hell I have ever been through. I could not even
eat! I felt sick! All I could think about was I am going home.... I let down
everyone ..... How am I going to face everyone at home.... I also knew that I
had to do this. Wednesday morning I had my interview over the phone. President
and I talked about everything! He told me how satan will put those thoughts into
our minds sometimes to think that we are not worthy to be on missions. I also
learned a valuable lesson about Heavenly Father, He will always be there for us.
I seriosly after our interview felt a remission of my sins. I felt like I could
have flied! I have never been so excited to share the Gospel before in my life,
why? I knew then with out a shadow of a doubt that Jesus Christ is our Savior
and will be there for all who turn unto him. I love the Scripture King Benjamin
shares in Mosiah 3:11-12, He Atoned for everyone,even those who have ignorantly
sinned. We can make any change starting TODAY! Why wait to feel of the joy of
repentance! This life is a time for men to prepare to meet God and to repent, if
we are doing those two things nothing else matters. I love you all!! I cannot
express my love to you that I have. The work is going good we have some baptisms
coming up. Transfer ends this week I hope you had a great weekend and a Happy
Fathers Day for Dad.I am so happy to tell you that I will return with honor.
Love
Elder Hartshorn
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