The short, 4 week transfer is over already. I cannot believe how quickly time goes. It is horrifying to see how quickly and frequently the alarm clock goes off every morning. It seems like every few minutes is the beginning of a new day. It feels like I'm constantly coming home from a day of hard work. Constantly writing in my journal and planning. Constantly crawling into bed. It is all a giant blur. It is scary that it's already been 8+ months.
There are 10+ new missionaries coming out later this week. A big group. As I've had the chance to reflect on the experiences of the past month, it is amazing to see how the Lord pulls and stretches you in the exact spots that you are weak in. He always tugs at your weaknesses. It is a blessing...in the long run. The past weeks have been the hardest of my life-without a doubt. What great growth and progression we are able to have after and during trying times.
We had some blessings at church this Sunday. We had 6. That is a lot. The ward loves it when they see us bringing so many people to church we can't handle them all ourselves. We love it too.
We're still teaching our Hindi family. Progression has been slow due to crazy work schedules and unkept commitments. We'll see how things go over the next few weeks. Awesome family, but just like anybody else, you've got to act to progress or gain a testimony. Staying where you are won't benefit anybody but the adversary.
Still working closely with another Indian woman. A deeply rooted Hindu as well. Her name is Chander. It is so great to watch her learn and grow because she is so ridiculously sensitive to the spirit. She keeps commenting over and over about how "beautifully simple" Christianity and the gospel is Jesus Christ are. This coming week we'll be teaching her the Plan of Salvation with members of the ward. If she can be sensitive enough to the spirit to recognize truth, it will be a huge building block on her progression. We have had some sacred experiences with her, helping her learn to pray in the name of Jesus Christ. The spirit is always so strong with a sincere person that first time they pray. It’s just more evidence that what we're doing is real and right.
Thank you for setting the example for me. Please keep doing the small and simple things with the family that will create a strong foundation for them. I appreciate your parenting every day! I'll attach a picture of my missionary tag with this email if I remember-I've got a picture of the family on the back. You'll like it.
Elder Wendt and I are working hard! Trying our best to work in diligence and fulfill our purpose as missionaries. Keep the prayers coming-we need all we can get.
Love,
E. PORTER
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