So today is Sunday and as probably most of you know I am a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The other nights the missionaries were here and we were doing role playing (I HATE ROLE PLAYING, Thanks alot Elder Ayers & Elder Rose!!) Anyway I have been working with this lovely woman in our neighborhood. Obviously she doesnt know Im working with her but I am. It is Kaylee's best Friends' mom. I have felt so strongly lately that I need to introduce her to the gospel. I have told her all about the church and when she says things I will say oh we dont do this or I would do that because of my faith and my beliefs. But in the role playing with the Elders the other night they had us role play giving her a Proclamation to the Family. It is a fantastic idea. I have been struggling with the idea of giving her a Book of Mormon because I think it is a bit scary to give someone this big book and ask them to read it. It is a big book in a weird language and I dont want to just straight away push that on her. Im not sure she would actually read it. But I know how important her family is to her so the Proclamation to the Family is the most fantastic idea ever!! So now I have the challenge of actually finding the right time to give it to her. We went shopping together on Saturday and while we were driving she was talking about her family again and it probably would have been perfect but I didnt have the proclamation with me. She rang last night and asked if I wanted something and I said yeah why dont you bring it over on Monday bring Katie and we can all have lunch too. So I think tomorrow might be the perfect time. So I am going to Pray tonight really hard and probably fast tomorrow morning till she gets here for the spirit and strength to share the most important thing in my life with her.... The Gospel of Jesus Christ.
I think that she may be an opening for the gospel in this part of the world. The missionaries were taken out of our area 10 years ago because of something that happen with a member and the safety of the missionaries was a big issue. For 10 year the people in our side of town have not been allowed to hear the gospel. And the past few days I have had this impression that maybe that is why we are living in Wigan. Maybe by introducing the gospel to just one person here it could reopen up the area here and there could be tons of baptisms. And maybe until I have the courage to actually stand up for my beliefs by inviting someone to participate in its teachings I will not sell my house, I will not be able to move back home. Who knows it is a thought and an impression I have had lately. So quickly for anyone who reads my blog that is not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. I wish to tell you quickly how I feel this church is the greatest blessing that has ever happen to me. I love my family more than words could ever express! The fact that I have the opportunity to be with my husband and beautiful children forever not just till death do us part is such an amazing blessing in my life. It give me so much hope. I know that God speaks to man today not just in olden times through a prophet. We have a prophet on this earth at this time his name is Thomas S Monson and I know that he has been called of God to lead and direct this church at this time. I have prayed about him and about prophets being on the earth today and I have received an answer through the gift and power of the Holy Ghost. I know that this church can bring you more happiness that you have ever felt. If you have questions or wnat to know a little more maybe check out www.mormon.org xx
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2 comments:
Thanks for making me tear up. I'll pray for ya to that is a hard thing to do, but worth it!!!
Alisha you are such a great example. I really hope things go well today. you'll have to update us.
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