Friday, June 29, 2018
Elder Sorenson - June 25, 2018
Elder Sorenson did not have time to write us a letter today; however, he sent us a few fun photos to enjoy!
Elder Sorenson - June 18, 2018
Hi Everyone!
Once again, I witnessed a huge miracle in the mission this week. But to begin, we had a Zone Conference and we learned quite a bit of stuff. One thing we learned was the power and importance of the Book of Mormon. The other vital thing to have a powerful testimony of is the First Vision of Joseph Smith. I realized that I need to be converted 100% in this Gospel in order to be able to help others realize the blessings this Church can bring. And I promise, I am in 100%!!
The miracle I had this week was our eternal investigator, Efan Lopez, got baptized! He has had an addiction to tobacco for over 50 years and had been struggling to overcome his addiction. This last week, after working with him for the last 6 months, he finally gave it up and was baptized. I can't explain to you enough how much I love that man. He has a powerful testimony and has such a sweet heart. I am so grateful for my Heavenly Father and the Plan He has for each of us. I know everything goes according to His time and will.
I have been learning a lot about patience and love in this Branch. After being in it for 6 months, I have seen some good things and I have also seen some bad. With the natural man in me, it is so hard to not get mad or lose my patience and unfortunately, I have done that occasionally. But what matters most is that THIS IS CHRIST'S CHURCH. He runs it and I know 100% that it is His. I also know that the church is run by imperfect people but I, as a representative of Jesus Christ, have to support my leaders and always do what's right.
I love this work and it honestly tears me apart that I only have 3 months left. But I know that even after my two years of wearing a plaque, I will never stop serving or being a missionary of the Lord.
Love Always,
Elder Sorenson
Once again, I witnessed a huge miracle in the mission this week. But to begin, we had a Zone Conference and we learned quite a bit of stuff. One thing we learned was the power and importance of the Book of Mormon. The other vital thing to have a powerful testimony of is the First Vision of Joseph Smith. I realized that I need to be converted 100% in this Gospel in order to be able to help others realize the blessings this Church can bring. And I promise, I am in 100%!!
The miracle I had this week was our eternal investigator, Efan Lopez, got baptized! He has had an addiction to tobacco for over 50 years and had been struggling to overcome his addiction. This last week, after working with him for the last 6 months, he finally gave it up and was baptized. I can't explain to you enough how much I love that man. He has a powerful testimony and has such a sweet heart. I am so grateful for my Heavenly Father and the Plan He has for each of us. I know everything goes according to His time and will.
I have been learning a lot about patience and love in this Branch. After being in it for 6 months, I have seen some good things and I have also seen some bad. With the natural man in me, it is so hard to not get mad or lose my patience and unfortunately, I have done that occasionally. But what matters most is that THIS IS CHRIST'S CHURCH. He runs it and I know 100% that it is His. I also know that the church is run by imperfect people but I, as a representative of Jesus Christ, have to support my leaders and always do what's right.
I love this work and it honestly tears me apart that I only have 3 months left. But I know that even after my two years of wearing a plaque, I will never stop serving or being a missionary of the Lord.
Love Always,
Elder Sorenson
Sunday, June 17, 2018
Elder Sorenson - June 11, 2018
Hi Everyone!
Today I want to talk with you about the importance of planning in life and in all things. In my mission my President always remind us about the importance and the necessity of planning out everything so that we are better organized and better off in life. As a missionary, I plan every single day with each hour of the day being occupied with teaching, finding, or helping. Always, always, always we set goals for the day and also weekly. Now, at first, the planning was a little extreme for me and I always thought to myself, “Is this really necessary? Or can I just go with the flow and let the wind carry me?” I soon realized that no. I need to plan so that I find more success during my day and throughout my life, always striving to achieve the eternal goals.
The other vital thing that I have learned on my mission is that plans and goals don’t always come through and most of the time I fall short but I’d rather find myself running unexpected errands for President, helping a companionship solve problems, or helping a member in need. I want to testify to you today about those unexpected incidents. Yes, they are unexpected and yes, some of the time unwanted, but those moments are what really shows your capability, character, and will power. We, as a busy, working society, have to learn how to recognize the good and how to enjoy the unexpected delays of the day. We have to learn how to do it with a smile and with a happy heart or the “good” we do goes undone. If we keep away our hearts, we are not demonstrating charity, the pure love of Christ. Learning to fulfill goals and adjust or modify the day, in order to help someone in need, will really help us become happier, less stressed, and more like Christ.
I invite all to make effective plans for the day and strive to accomplish your goals, but never forget to look for the opportunity to serve. Always remember these two things -
Today I want to talk with you about the importance of planning in life and in all things. In my mission my President always remind us about the importance and the necessity of planning out everything so that we are better organized and better off in life. As a missionary, I plan every single day with each hour of the day being occupied with teaching, finding, or helping. Always, always, always we set goals for the day and also weekly. Now, at first, the planning was a little extreme for me and I always thought to myself, “Is this really necessary? Or can I just go with the flow and let the wind carry me?” I soon realized that no. I need to plan so that I find more success during my day and throughout my life, always striving to achieve the eternal goals.
The other vital thing that I have learned on my mission is that plans and goals don’t always come through and most of the time I fall short but I’d rather find myself running unexpected errands for President, helping a companionship solve problems, or helping a member in need. I want to testify to you today about those unexpected incidents. Yes, they are unexpected and yes, some of the time unwanted, but those moments are what really shows your capability, character, and will power. We, as a busy, working society, have to learn how to recognize the good and how to enjoy the unexpected delays of the day. We have to learn how to do it with a smile and with a happy heart or the “good” we do goes undone. If we keep away our hearts, we are not demonstrating charity, the pure love of Christ. Learning to fulfill goals and adjust or modify the day, in order to help someone in need, will really help us become happier, less stressed, and more like Christ.
I invite all to make effective plans for the day and strive to accomplish your goals, but never forget to look for the opportunity to serve. Always remember these two things -
- NO AMOUNT of unexpected change can change your path to eternal life, only your choices and exercising your agency.
- You CAN NOT control what happens to you, but you CAN control your reaction to it!
Love,
Elder Sorenson
Moroni 7:6-13
1 Corinthians 13:1-3
D&C 18:19
Saturday, June 16, 2018
Elder Sorenson - June 4, 2018
Good Afternoon Everyone!
I hope all graduations, mission call openings, and homecomings went great.
I was organizing my suitcase and I came across my mission call. It has been two years, May 31, 2016, since I received my call and now here we are in the final quarter of my mission. I know I am not even close to being home, but my letter is for all the future Missionaries.
I just want to testify to you from the bottom of my heart that this work is true and that it is the best two years you’ll ever experience. I love the mission and I love being in a Third World country. Now, I am not going to lie, it is not easy. It never was easy. That just shows me and you the truthfulness and power of the gospel when someone truly accepts this gospel.
For all of you that are about to go or have received mission calls, PLEASE PREPARE. Please read the Book of Mormon every day and read the Preach My Gospel manual. If you have a strong testimony already, make it stronger by going on visits with the missionaries.
I know that the work is not temporal, it is about helping people receive ordinances that permits them to enter into God’s kingdom.
Be safe this summer and have fun, but always remember what your responsibilities are in whatever place in life you may be right now. Be obedient to the Lord’s commandments. Be grateful for your trials. Be loving to your family before you leave on your mission because they are the ones who will write you these two years.
If you have any questions or concerns about what missionary life is like, I will try my best to answer them and help you!
Love Always,
Elder Sorenson
Matthew 28:19- 20
I hope all graduations, mission call openings, and homecomings went great.
I was organizing my suitcase and I came across my mission call. It has been two years, May 31, 2016, since I received my call and now here we are in the final quarter of my mission. I know I am not even close to being home, but my letter is for all the future Missionaries.
I just want to testify to you from the bottom of my heart that this work is true and that it is the best two years you’ll ever experience. I love the mission and I love being in a Third World country. Now, I am not going to lie, it is not easy. It never was easy. That just shows me and you the truthfulness and power of the gospel when someone truly accepts this gospel.
For all of you that are about to go or have received mission calls, PLEASE PREPARE. Please read the Book of Mormon every day and read the Preach My Gospel manual. If you have a strong testimony already, make it stronger by going on visits with the missionaries.
I know that the work is not temporal, it is about helping people receive ordinances that permits them to enter into God’s kingdom.
Be safe this summer and have fun, but always remember what your responsibilities are in whatever place in life you may be right now. Be obedient to the Lord’s commandments. Be grateful for your trials. Be loving to your family before you leave on your mission because they are the ones who will write you these two years.
If you have any questions or concerns about what missionary life is like, I will try my best to answer them and help you!
Love Always,
Elder Sorenson
Matthew 28:19- 20
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