This week has been crazy. I can't even remember everything that happened but I'll try my best.
Monday - We taught a lady named R. She is very intelligent and knows a lot about God. I'm so glad I had my companion with me because some of the things she asked us, I had no clue about. That was really hard for me this week. I've been studying to make sure I know as much as I can about the gospel so I don't get dumbfounded like I was in that lesson. It was hard on me and I started to let doubts in my mind, but I will keep putting one step in front of the other. Elder Greenlaw is recovering Haha. It was an interesting experience and has really stretched me as a missionary. I need to make sure my foundation is strong so when the winds come like this discussion, I will be ready. Helaman 12.
Tuesday - Today was another roller coaster of a day and I really took to heart Moroni 7:33. Have faith, and everything will be made expedient in Him. I know all things are possible through my Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. I haven't slowed down or been hard on myself because I know these experiences will strengthen me to be a better missionary. We had zone conference today. It was long. Very very long. We talked about the power of the Book of Mormon. It truly is the most powerful tool we have in the church today. If your wondering how you can be a better person, an example to others, or a missionary in your life, use the Book of Mormon. Testify of it and use the words in it, because the Spirit will testify to those you are sharing it with that it is true. We also watched a video about the church being organized in Africa. What a marvelous story. I encourage you to search it up because it's really cool. They organized their own branch there. They were so faithful. We should all look up to people like that. They are pioneers in the African continent. It is so cool.
Zone Conference in Lexington and Lexington North
Wednesday - It was good
Thursday - Personal study was amazing today. I had a lot of questions answered that I've been having the past couple of days. I confirmed my answers with a prayer and had an overwhelming feeling of joy. I know that the things I'm learning are true. One thing I've learned is that we should say a pray after receiving knowledge to confirm with the Spirit that it is true. For instance, the teachings we are receiving from the prophet and the changes that are happening. If you are troubled by it, go to the Lord in earnest prayer and ask Him if it is true. Pray to know what you need at this time and if what the prophets and scriptures are saying is true. You will receive an answer.
I gave my first blessing today to a lady who just had a c section and was in a lot of pain. She hasn't been coming to church for a while and said that her blessing really strengthened her, and she will try and come back to church because she misses it. She has trouble committing to go because she was afraid for so long. It was a neat experience. Later that day, a bird pooped on my head so yeah that was fun and really gross.
We also met a lady who was really against the church because of a bishop that wasn't super nice to them during a time when they were having money problems. She held the biggest grudge over the church and it was sad because she was so focused on one man's mistake and blamed it on the entire church. That shouldn't have been her focus. It should have been on the teachings of the Book of Mormon and the Prophet Joseph Smith. He is a true prophet of God. Instead of blaming God and the church for their struggles, I wish she had focused on the gospel. I get that things are hard. We tried talking to her about it but she was just so hard and mad. She told us to never come back.
Friday/Saturday - We had an exchange with the pioneer elders. I was in charge of our discussion for the first time today and it was rough Haha. The other elder was new as well. But we did it. We made it through our lesson. So all is good! We tried meeting with Tiny and he is really having a hard time. He seemed really depressed and didn't want to talk so I just expressed my love for him. We told him we were thinking about him and cared about him. When your ready, call us and we will be over in a heartbeat. Poor guy, I wish I could help him more but it's hard to get through to people when they are depressed. I would know. We are going to try to come back in a few days and help him the best we can.
This was pretty much my week I hope all of y'all are doing amazing and if you ever need anything, seek your Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ in prayer. You will be comforted and find direction as you continue to know what God wants you to do.
I love you all!
Elder Greenlaw
It was fun talking with Elder Greenlaw today on Facebook. What a blessing it was to see his face and visibly see how happy he is. If you would like to write to Elder Greenlaw, he would love it.
Address for letters:
2044 Georgian Way Apt G40
Lexington, Kentucky 40504
If you want to mail him a package, send it to the Spanish Elder's apartment:
1324 Nancy Hanks Rd. Apt 8
Lexington, Kentucky 40504
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