Elder Robbie Wilson

January 29, 2018

Eternal Joy

Hey Y'all

What a week what a week. Honestly this past week has been rough! I'm not going to lie about that, BUT God has a plan and He is aware of all our hopes and desires.

Remember last week how I said that we call the week of the baptism hell week? Well sure enough it happened to us. We had to postpone Nathaniel's baptism for a while because as of last Tuesday, his mom wants him to try out the Methodist church, Even though she doesn't even go to it anymore............... :) Its taken a pretty big tole on me this past week, if its one thing that I have struggled with a lot on my mission it's dealing with other people's agency. It is comforting to know that Heavenly Father has a plan for Nathaniel and his family, even if things aren't going so well right now. He will provide a way for him to be baptized at some point, even if it means its not in this life. I just wish people could see the big picture of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

This past week we had Zone Conference with President and Sister Lindhardt. That was a great experience. We talked about the true meaning of The Restoration and how its something that God has been doing since Adam was here on the earth. One of the things we talked about is how we have knowledge of the gospel restored to our minds whenever we need it most or when we may have forgotten an important principle that might help us through our hard times or even good times! one thing he invited us to do was ask Heavenly Father what we needed to be restored to us, and listen. He then reminded us of the scripture in James 1:5 which invites us to ask of God for our answers to questions. that if we ask in faith, he will give to us liberally, and will not upbraid us. what another great reminder that God truly is our Father. He loves us and wants us to be happy. Even if it means we have to start from ground 0.

We had exchanges with the AP's this week. I got to go with Elder Kent, Hes a stud! Hes a great missionary and has a lot of great insights. And hes funny so that made it fun haha. Its fun being with an experienced missionary cause you can talk about all the stuff that's going on in the mission and talk about all that has already happened! Makes it fun! Then after that we had exchanges with the New Martinsville elders, That was a fun time as always! They are both hilarious so we had a good time.

other than that not much is going on, last week got better as it went on and we ended up finding 4 people! so that was a nice miracle. Even though it was a rough week, one thing I've realized is that I still felt Joy in the work. We all know that missionary work is hard, and you go through a lot of trials. But the memories you make and the people you meet makes it all worth it. I know that we can all find joy in the gospel no matter where we are at in life. Whether it be on a mission, in college, newly weds, starting a family, Kids leaving the house, Or becoming a grandparent. The gospel is for all, Old and young. Rich and poor. Come unto Christ and feel the joy of walking in his spirit!! I love you all and hope you have a great week!! :)

Elder Robbie Wilson