Last week was a little bit of a slow week for Aldste Haddon so they have refreshed and renewed and are back to it this week... They decided to go out there and just get the job done.
They met a less active family who lost their mother and wife recently. The father, newly a single dad has two autistic sons and has been struggling with the loss of his wife. Aldste Haddon said that they are a fantastic family and he enjoyed spending time with them. He said that they were able to help lift their spirits, remind them of the plan of salvation and invited them to come to church.
They did come on Sunday and had a fantastic experience. He said that he is excited to continue the relationship with them and to get to know them better.
They also were able to find more investigators to teach and things are starting to improve more and more in the area. His companion is headed home as well as another missionary in the area. He had a good experience with him and is getting prepared for another new companion!
As Aldste Haddon shares his stories of missionary work, it reminds me of the importance of following promptings in our lives. Recently I have had a couple experiences where following promptings, and seeking promptings from our Heavenly Father has been much needed. It's not always hear to know what we're supposed to do when we're supposed to do it, especially when we're in the heat of the moment and emotions are running high but I do know as we strive to listen to and follow promptings from the Holy Ghost we will be lead to do what is best in every situation.
We can find people to share our testimonies with, we can be lead to help people who need our help, we can know what to say in sometimes scary situations, we can be protected from harm and most importantly we can be given an undeniable testimony of Heavenly Father and His Son Jesus Christ.
Today, I'm grateful for the gift of the Holy Ghost and the power and strength it gives me daily.
"Yea, behold I will tell you in your mind and in your heart by the holy ghost which will come upon you and shall dwell in your heart."
