We are constantly seeing miracles. Whether great or small, they are all around us.
We did two exchanges this week. One with a companionship of sisters up north, and one with Sister King! We had Zone Conference Thursday and received trainings from President Slaughter and the Assistants. It was incredible. President Slaughter speaks with so much power and confidence. He knows the doctrine and magnifies his calling. I feel so blessed to be able to serve with him in the TSAM. We had interviews afterward with President Slaughter as well. I am so thankful for his example and testimony that he shares with each one of us.
We found out this week that Yoanna and her husband aren't legally married. So her baptism will be pushed back to a later date in March. She is so sweet and loves the Book of Mormon! Keep her in your prayers.
On Friday, we had a lesson with Jose. He is so excited for his baptism on the 22nd! Erika and her kids were there as well. We have taught Carlitos (Erika's son) since we found Erika. But Erika's husband has never given permission for Carlitos to be baptized. As we talked with Jose about baptism and the decision he is making, Carlitos interrupted "I want to be baptized too!" We tried to avoid it because his dad still hasn't given permission. He repeated the same sentence again and said "Hermanas, I want to be baptized now." To hear a ten year old say that so boldly.. wow. I looked at Erika, she was about to cry. She said "Surprise!! My husband gave Carlitos permission to be baptized!" We all were completely stunned. But now Carlitos and Jose are both getting baptized this Saturday!
Yesterday we watched a CES fireside online from Elder Tad R. Callister. He talked about the blueprint of Jesus Christ's church. It was amazing. I invite you all to watch it as well.
I have grown so much. I have felt the power of the Atonement. I have seen the hope and light that this gospel brings to those who "knew not where to find it." This gospel is the only thing that matters. I am so thankful I chose to serve a mission. I can't imagine what it would've been like, had I not served. I am eternally grateful for each one of you and the things you have taught me. We are so blessed to have the gospel in our lives. Let us look for the little miracles in our lives each day. And in turn, thank our Heavenly Father for them.
I talked with a new sister in the mission this week. She told me she wants to "change" and go home "different." I shifted the perspective a little by saying "I want to become." We can change, and the next day, go right back to who we were.. But when we become what our Heavenly Father wants us to become, that is when we reach our true potential. I pray that I will continue to become. And will continue to do so the rest of my life.
I love and miss you all!! Have a great week.
Con carino,
Hermana Egbert
Alma Martinez- she is amazing!!
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