Week 8: My Testimony

We had a great call with Elder Greenlaw this morning. He said that things had gone better this week and they had the opportunity to teach a few people. They knock on doors and visit less actives, but haven't had much success there. He didn't seem discouraged by this at all. He kept sharing his testimony and love for the work. He is happy, and loves serving with his companion in his district. He is growing spiritually by leaps and bounds. It is fun to talk to him and hear how happy he is serving the Lord. 

Check out this paint job! 

Lunch with the district

Separate Checks

We are the Elders! 

All fun aside, I want to bear you my testimony and share what I feel is important this week.

"Behold, I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. I have been called of Him to declare His word among His people, that they might have everlasting life."  3 Nephi 5: 13

This scripture means more to me than anyone could ever know, except for Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ. But for reals, this now has more meaning and purpose to me not only as a missionary but for the rest of my life. I am a Disciple of Christ. As a member of the church, there is no greater responsibility than to join Christ in his work and his glory. We have been baptized through His authority and now we must help others to receive His gospel and blessings.

 

I have been called of Him. I used to think this pertained to only the people called on missions. This call is for everyone. We all have a purpose. Before this life, we knew the plan and what He had called us to do in this life. We would come to earth in a fallen and imperfect state. This means physically, mentally, and spiritually. But our Heavenly Father provided the one way to overcome that, through Jesus Christ. Come to know Him and I mean KNOW HIM. This is a whole lifetime pursuit.  In return, we are called to do His work. Every single one of us. You are good enough. You can be strong enough. You are loved so much. Hold tight to that and push forward with an eye single to the glory of God. 

Why do we need to do this? What's at the finish line? Everlasting life. I encourage everyone to keep studying the meaning of what it is to have everlasting life. I know it is the greatest gift, better than anything we can really comprehend. Those who understand the kingdoms of heaven know about the Telestial kingdom. If we were to see what that was like, we would all give up everything to have that. That's how generous and amazing our Heavenly Father is. But wait, there is more. Why strive for the lowest kingdom that God has created for us when we can easily have more. The Terrestrial kingdom is easily obtainable. But there's more, why not work to achieve the Celestial Kingdom. The only place where we can live and dwell with Heavenly Father, AND have eternal families. FAMILIES CAN BE FOREVER. Please remember why you are here. Work is to have faith, accept our Savior and follow him. If you can't give up your phone (you know who you are). I WILL SLAP YOU. hahaha I want not only my family but everyone to partake of this wonderful opportunity and glory that the gospel can bring. I really do. 

I, Elder Greenlaw, stand as a witness and a representative of Jesus Christ. I am a disciple and I know that all these things are true. I only know this because I worked hard to know them for myself. God granted me this knowledge. You can receive this knowledge too. It's a personal and unique witness for each of us to have. I promise these things in the name of Jesus Christ. I am nothing without him. I glory in Him not of myself. He's giving me the strength to serve, He's forgiven me for my sins, and He has saved me. I can't tell you how amazing this is. Please pray for and learn these things for yourself.  

I love my Savior and He loves me and you. 

Elder Greenlaw