Life in the City

Life is continuing to go well. Manchester is rainy as usual, and we are enjoying it. Sister Nkosi brings an entirely new culture to the table, and I am learning a lot about South Africa. Different parts of the world are completely different. I love how she so sincerely and boldly testifies of the gospel and Jesus Christ to the people we meet. It is clear that the gospel has helped her in her life.

Joanne is progressing well. She is continuing to strengthen her testimony and is excited for her baptism on Thursday! She even made invitations and handed them out at church yesterday. She will make a wonderful addition to the ward. Just on Monday, we had one final lesson with Sister Loh there. Joanne was telling us how great it must be to bring others unto Christ. She was explaining that our entire mission is worth it, if we just bring one person unto Him. It is clear that she understands Doctrine and Covenants 18:10, 15-16, “Remember the worth of souls is great in the sight of God.” It brings joy into my heart to know the gratitude she has for the gospel. When our hearts are filled with gratitude, we are a happier people.

Gratitude was the focus of sacrament this past week. We focused on how we can have more gratitude in our hearts as well as the good that comes. Let me first start by expressing my gratitude for all you do! I am grateful for your love, concern and support. Then the what good comes from gratitude? We discussed how we will be more joyful along the way. We will more likely be happy and spiritually strong. Life is just better when we have an attitude of gratitude. I hope each of you enjoyed your Thanksgiving feasts and are filled with that spirit of gratitude. 

There is a funny mormon message titled the spirit of thanksgiving that you should look up. This link may work to get to it, but if not you can search for it yourself (http://www.mormonchannel.org/mormonmessages?v=911161818001).

Have a fantastic week!

Love, Becca