This week was awesome. Everything seemed to fall perfectly into place. I can't adequately describe why, but I'll do my best
Baptism
Leonisbeth got baptized! There are many things that set her apart, but mainly her desire and determination. She really wanted to be baptized, to have a stronger relationship with God, and go to church. Teaching her was a great experience, because she would listen and do her best to remember what we taught her. She started reading the Book of Mormon in spanish despite not being fluent. It's always amazing to see the Lord work with someone and in the case of Leonisbeth, it was no different. She gained confidence, a smile became more frequent, and her love and care for her family improved.
Nali Nega
Currently, I'm trying to get the new village being built to be named "nali nega" (shark house.) It hasn't caught on quite like I hoped, but if I push for it long enough I know it'll happen. This weekend, we were able to go with the entite village to clear out more land to build houses and it was super fun. We were able to work in a group with a lot of our good friends and we worked hard. So far, we've been able to clear out a ton of land. Hopefully we'll be able to start building soon.
Miracles
We are teaching two girls, rayitza and kerly, that want to be baptized as well. They're super smart and pick up information really well. They even got ready for church and went by themselves. This week we got permission from her mom for their baptism! The mom hasn't given permission for any of their kids to be baptized until recently. The Lord continues to work with people to soften their hearts and invite them to come unto Him.
Other things
- I got the best mola known to man (in my opinion)
- was able to participate in lots of small services
- learned how to play dominos
Mosiah 2:41
And moreover, I would desire that ye should consider on the blessed and happy state of those that keep the commandments of God. For behold, they are blessed in all things, both temporal and spiritual; and if they hold out faithful to the end they are received into heaven, that thereby they may dwell with God in a state of never-ending happiness. O remember, remember that these things are true; for the Lord God hath spoken it.
Elder Nali
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