Second is that I can now say that I survived two really boring hurricanes. Absolutely nothing happened and it was a really boring day where we were told that we couldn't leave our houses. So it was basically a day of planning for the zone.
Third is we had a baptism!!! This was such an awesome one! His name is Enmanuel. He is a youth and LOVES the church! The missionaries found him about 6 months ago while contacting a different reference. As they got to know him they found out that his older sister is actuall a member. She got baptized a few years ago and then imediately stopped going to church. Because of that, their parents did not want Enmanuel to get baptized. But he right away started studying the Book of Mormon and received an answer early on in his studies that the church was true. So he remained faithful. He went to church every week and always begged his parents to let him get baptized. The first time I met him I knew that I had to do everything that I could to get permission from his parents. Long story short, after many long lessons and many prayers, his parents finally gave him permission to get baptized. I have never seen a happier person in my life. He literally was jumping for joy when he called us and told us that he was going to get baptized. It was such a good service and the spirit was felt so much. To the point where his mom came to church the next day and really liked it and now we are going to start teaching her even more. I have a feeling that because of the example of Enmanuel, his entire family will end up being sealed in the temple for time and all eternity.
Fourth is that transfers came. And the next 6 weeks are going to be a little interesting. I am staying as Zone Leader 1 here in Ralma and my companion is leaving. But they moved the other Zone Leader to a different area. It is in the same zone but we live in a different house. I think this is going to be very interesting trying to plan and coordinate for the zone. But this happened because I am going to train a brand new missionary. It is actually a pattern that is in all of the mission. I don't know of one zone where the Zone Leaders are companions. And there are many who are going to train. I am so excited! I still remember the day that I got into the mission like it was yesterday. I obviously don't know who it is yet but there is a meeting tomorrow for President to pair everyone up.
That is kind of funny about BYU and caffeine. You are right mom that doesn't really do anything for me because they don't have Dr. Pepper. And it really isn't much of a change because Zach, Christian and I often went to Walmart and we often had Dr. Pepper in our dorm room so it wont be that big of a change. We will probably still do the same. Plus Swig is right there by campus and you can buy whatever you want.
That is insane how much damage there is in Houston. I totally agree with you dad about not wanting to be "less and less astonished" and always recognize the hand of the Lord in my life. Now more than ever. I have seen so many amazing miracles on my mission.
Honestly everything is going so well. I love this mission and I love this gospel so much. I hope no one ever takes for granted the amazing gift we have to be in the restored gospel of Jesus Christ and that everyone realizes the importance of sharing this with everyone.
I love yall a ton!! Have an amazing week!!
Love,
Elder Robertson
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| Awesome picture of lightning after the hurricane |
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| Amazing sunset |
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| A wonderful baptism. |
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| Our ward has a sort of swap meet and I found this dope jacket. |
