So this week has been fantastic. I will
say that I am sorry for any typos-I can't type to well today. I had a great start
to my week because I got to go to a Reds game in Cincinnati. It was a blast. I got
to see some of my old friends and all of my old companions. It was great! We also
got to spend time with a member of our branch who is amazing! She drove us down.
But I have learned a lot about agency over the past week. There were moments when
I wanted to scream or cry because people aren't using their agency in a manner which
helps them come closer to their Heavenly Father. But I have come to learn on a little
deeper level how the Savior feels about us when we don't do what we need to. I have come to understand that even though I can
make the right choices, and set the example for others, they can still choose to
not follow. But even though I hurt sometimes because of other's bad choices, I wouldn't
give it up for the world. I know, on a tiny level, what the Savior feels for them,
and I know how much He loves them, and how much Heavenly Father loves them. And
the hurt that I feel helps me to know how much They love me too.
This week, we have not talked to Brittany
and Travis. I don't know what happened, but we talked to them Sunday, and we were
still good for a lesson on Tuesday, and then they didn't respond to our txt, or
show up to our dinner appointment. They haven't answered the door, or txted or anything.
I don't know what is going on, but again, it's their agency, not mine. But I hurt
for them. I hurt because I was seeing changes in them, and the Spirit working on
them. I could see the power of the Gospel starting to affect them, even in the smallest
part. And then they stopped talking to us. I hurt because I love them and I know
the Savior loves them, and He only wants the best for them. At the same time, I
know that all things will be made right someday. Things will work out and it will
we wonderful!
The Branch here is great!!! I love these
people so much. I have learned so much from Elwood. It took me a long time to feel
like I loved this place, and now I can say that I do. There are still some things
that I don't exactly think are right, but then in my mind, we should just all be
perfect and then that's that. Hahaha. not really. I have worked with the members
here and I have seen their faith increase so much! There are just a few little things
that are holding them back from becoming a ward, but when they get over them, BAM!!!
Things are going to explode!!! Please pray for the branch.
Oh, and this week is transfers. We haven't
gotten a call yet, which is driving me a little crazy. But, as soon as I know, if
I'm on, I will tell you. Chances are that I won't be though. So y'all will have
to wait for next week's email.
I know that the Savior is there for us.
I know that when I am being diligent in my calling, others are blessed for it. I
tell people that I don't like rules, but I love blessings. And sometimes, knowing
that those blessings are for someone else is more than enough for me. I don't want
to give up the pain and sorrow I feel for others, because then I wouldn't be feeling
the Savior's love. But when I focus on what He wants me to do, then I feel His love
and joy. I know that as each of us serve Him, even in the smallest capacity, we
will feel that love. I say this in the Name of Jesus Christ, Amen.
Love, Sister Worthen
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