This week was great! We learned a lot but I just want to share a quick story. We have an investigator who knows that our message is true. He told us he feels the spirit, but is not willing to make the necessary changes in his life.... It's hard because I have done all I can as a missionary. As in 2nd Nephi, it says that the spirit will take our words unto the hearts, but they have to let it into their hearts. I can not change that fact. People sometimes are just frustrating but that's what a mission is all about :) Helping people gain salvation by their own free will :)
I have also learned a great lesson on obedience. This week I have been thinking about obedience and what kind of obedience do I have. I have thought about it a lot and what President Monahan said about Laman and Lemuel came to mind. True obedience is not just conforming to rules. I have been striving for obedience that comes willingly and because I love the Lord. I have been trying to really focus on my purpose.
We have a baptism this week :) Well technically 2. We are teaching his brother who is 8 so he is not an investigator. :) Our church attendance has been steadily increasing we are now at 100+, which amazes me :)
I love all of you :)
Love,
Elder Bigelow
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