Progression
This week has been a huge step for our investigators, especially the stoners. We waited by the door of the chapel until 10 minutes after sacrament meeting started, and we were just about to give up hope, when we saw the two of them half jog- half walking to the perimeter gate. They went through the day, and they said many times how nice it was there and how orderly everything was. The two continue to surprise Elder Mcknight and myself, and we look forward to our teaching appointments with them. We decided to hold back on the word of wisdom until they have a few more spiritual impressions so that they will be more inclined to follow.
We have been exercising every morning, and we have been eating much healthier. I can feel the difference throughout the day. I have more energy, and working is much easier when your body is well and alert. The members have begun to feed us much more frequently, and we would be getting fat were it not for our schedule. Being in a car all days of the week doesn't help.
During one of our appointments with a recent convert, she asked if we could watch a video. As I looked through my collection of conference talks, I felt inspired to show her the talk entitled "Children" by Elder Niel L. Anderson, from the 2011 fall conference. We began to watch, and feeling that it did not apply, I thought, somehow, that I chose the wrong talk. As Elder Anderson concluded and we stopped the DVD, I shook my head feeling somewhat foolish. In the following 10 minutes, I received a humbling lesson by the spirit. As this sister reflected upon the words of the apostle, she also reflected upon the blessing of her own children in her life. She then began to unfold a story which she had never before told to anyone. As she spoke, tears welled up in her eyes and she thanked us for showing her those things, saying that it was what she needed at that time. She had been fighting with her children throughout the week, and she explained how much perspective the counsel gave to her. As we walked out of her home, I deep feeling of shame come upon me for questioning the power of the spirit, and I couldn't help but be sufficiently humbled and chastened. The following day, I read D&C 95: 1-2.
The Lord humbles us in many ways for our growth and progression.
Much Love,
Elder JW Davidson
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