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我們這個星期差不多教完John所有福音的原則。下個月十五號是他安排的洗禮日期。一定是神的安排幫助他來到這個教會。雖然我不能分享太多關於他的故事，他在第一個星期有認識了兩位夫婦傳教士，到現在關係還很好。我很高興有這個機會幫助他。
以外，我們都有機會認識了幾個新朋友。雖然他們沒有太多進步，但是我們一定有勞力。當我有機會訓練沈長老，我每天都學到新的事情。萬聖節我們和初級會慶祝了。他們很可愛。希望你們都興祝很好！
This past Friday, I was able to exchange companions for a day and served with Elder Bement, who is one of our APs. During that exchange I learned a lot, but was most impressed by one thing which has been on my mind. More than anything that I noticed, he was collected and temperate in every interaction. But more than this, it was so effective in bringing peace. No matter what we discussed with people or who it was, each time we reflected this temperance, the interaction brought calm to the person we talked to. Throughout my mission, and especially this experience, I was reminded of one of the greatest blessings of the gospel.
There is a hymn specific to this theme, called “Peace in Christ.” The chorus holds these lyrics,
“He gives us hope
When hope is gone
He gives us strength
When we can’t go on
He gives us shelter
In the storms of life
When there’s no peace on earth
There is peace in Christ.”
“And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7)
There is a pervading peace that occurs in our lives as we truly begin to believe in Jesus Christ. Mine has been the blessing of sharing it with others, regardless of where they are in life.
Just this past week we had a couple of friends who came to church who haven't been in a while. One of them, Charlie, whom I taught before we split the area into two companionships, had been swamped with his work complications. Once there and following church he described the peace as “irreplaceable.” Incredibly he has discussed with the other Elders to reschedule his baptism, where he will be able to receive this peace through a new beginning.
To finish I would love to share this quote from one of our church leaders, Matthew J. Eyring… “It is important to not allow our challenges to negatively impact our faith. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, suffered for us. He knows exactly how we feel, especially in our darkest and most trying times. As you humbly turn to the Lord and cast your burdens on Him, you have His promise: ‘Draw near unto me and I will draw near unto you.’”
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May we remember Christ’s promises as shared in John 14, “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
Have an amazing week!
趙長老
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