I missed a week. But here is the update on Austin. He is determined to serve the Lord. Times can be tough out there. He said "I will stay and serve the Lord with all my heart might mind and strength! D&C 4) I couldn't be more proud of him.
He did not feel the explosion of the fertilizer plant in West, Texas. He is hoping this will give them the opportunity to teach the Plan of Salvation. He is studying hard. He is enjoying JESUS THE CHRIST. He is learning about life.
"As we rely on the atonement of Jesus Christ, He can help us endure our trials, sicknesses, and pain. We can be filled with joy, peace, and consolation. All that is unfair about life can be made right through the atonement of Jesus Christ"
He misses us like crazy, but he also knows he is there to serve the Lord. He mentioned the movie Gladiator. In the end of the movie Maximus's friend said I will see you again, but not yet. Thats how he feels about his family. Jeff knows the ending, but it looks as if I will be watching at least the end of Gladiator.
His last remarks:
THE CHURCH IS TRUE!!! I LOVE YOU ALL.
I now have one more week to wait for another letter. I treasure these letters and read them often. Sometimes I miss my son so much the tears cannot help but run down my cheeks. Life will never be the same. He is doing the Lords work, what every young man should be doing. A mission can teach so much. I am grateful for the gospel of Jesus Christ. It makes a weak man strong.
till next week:)
Monday, April 22, 2013
Friday, April 12, 2013
"CAST NOT AWAY THEREFORE YOUR CONFIDENCE" by Elder Jeffrey R. Holland - from a BYU devotional given March 2, 1999
It is plain and very sobering truth that before great moments, certainly before great spiritual moments, there can be adversity, opposition, and darkness. Life has some of these moments for us, and occasionally they come just as we are approaching an important decision or a significant step in our lives.
Monday, April 8, 2013
April 8, 2013
Mondays are great days for me. I love hearing from Elder Wilcox.
A quote from Austin: "The church is true! The Book of Mormon is the word of God, and the Lord answers prayers!!! He continues to do it every day out here in the mission field."
In the letter I wrote him I asked him a few questions. He really liked the idea of questions and answers.
A few of the questions I asked were:
What does he do on p-day or preparation day?
His response: P-days are one of the most busiest days of the week. First they study, and then at around 10:30 they do email, and then grocery shopping. They then have a p-day activity at the church, and then hurry and get ready to go out and teach the restored gospel. They play a lot of dodgeball.
Do the members feed you every night?
His response: 3-4 times a week (our Utah missionaries are spoiled)
What was your favorite conference talk?
His response: President Henry B. Eyring's talk
Austin is studying Jesus the Christ and in his words ITS INSANE. He said it is a hard book to read, but is determined to finish reading it while he is on his mission.
Elder Wilcox is doing well. I can feel his missionary spirit in our home.
I am grateful for my Savior and his atonement. I am blessed to be a part of this wonderful gospel.
Continue praying for his safety and for the spirit to guide him in his efforts.
A quote from Austin: "The church is true! The Book of Mormon is the word of God, and the Lord answers prayers!!! He continues to do it every day out here in the mission field."
In the letter I wrote him I asked him a few questions. He really liked the idea of questions and answers.
A few of the questions I asked were:
What does he do on p-day or preparation day?
His response: P-days are one of the most busiest days of the week. First they study, and then at around 10:30 they do email, and then grocery shopping. They then have a p-day activity at the church, and then hurry and get ready to go out and teach the restored gospel. They play a lot of dodgeball.
Do the members feed you every night?
His response: 3-4 times a week (our Utah missionaries are spoiled)
What was your favorite conference talk?
His response: President Henry B. Eyring's talk
Austin is studying Jesus the Christ and in his words ITS INSANE. He said it is a hard book to read, but is determined to finish reading it while he is on his mission.
Elder Wilcox is doing well. I can feel his missionary spirit in our home.
I am grateful for my Savior and his atonement. I am blessed to be a part of this wonderful gospel.
Continue praying for his safety and for the spirit to guide him in his efforts.
Monday, April 1, 2013
April 1, 2013
I LOVE MONDAYS, I LOVE MONDAYS, I LOVE MONDAYS!!!!
Elder Wilcox is doing lots of studying. He recommened some reading for us.
1 Nephi 14:10
2 Kings 5
Alma 34
Ezekial 37
Psalm 46:10
D&C 76: 5-101
121: 7-9
1Kings 19:12
Matt. 28:19-20
Isaiah 55:8-9
I will update more later today.
Keep the letters coming. He really appreciates them.
Elder Wilcox is doing lots of studying. He recommened some reading for us.
1 Nephi 14:10
2 Kings 5
Alma 34
Ezekial 37
Psalm 46:10
D&C 76: 5-101
121: 7-9
1Kings 19:12
Matt. 28:19-20
Isaiah 55:8-9
I will update more later today.
Keep the letters coming. He really appreciates them.
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