Hey Everyone,
Sorry, no prose this week. We've had a fantastic time travelling between cities in the country and into slovakia. We were slated to travel all the way to kosice (About the end of the world and a days journey by train), but we decided to get back on Thursday night so we could get some work done in our area. Lilia, the lady we've been teaching and preparing for baptism, has been feeling the spirit a lot in our lessons and other meetings. She said during our meeting yesterday, "Wait, what's this feeling? I have goose bumps everywhere." I love it when that happens, it means we can explain the role of the Holy Ghost and from then on, she gets what it means when she feels that way. She's getting baptized in two weeks, right before a mission conference we've just announced. Elder Pearson of the Seventy is making a visit, just in time to see the blessings of the missionary lessons they've implemented to build missionary skills and faith. He's one of the main authors of the lessons, and he's a director of the missionary department, so it's going to be an excellent experience for everyone. I'm very excited to meet him. I remember president Irwin saying when we started in July that we would not be having as many conferences and meetings, but so far this transfer we've had one every week and spent 16 days so far in conferences, with another handful to go. But, I believe the Lord is leading us where we need to be right now.
Not really sure what to write anymore, really. I could write about my personal studies lately, how reading in the book of mormon is awesome. I'm trying to finish by the 18th of November so I can get it re-read a couple more times before next spring.
In working with Czechs for the last period of time, it's remarkable seeing how our personal attitudes and belief can make a positive impact in the lives of others. Just the other day, we were on the street contacting and talking about how important a good attitude is. I said to my companion at the time (We were on exchange in Brno) that our attitudes bleed over to others. "Here, watch this." And I put the biggest smile I could on. A few minutes later we had a return appointment and he wanted to bring his friends to learn about the book of mormon. Our attitudes strongly influence the behavior of others. Sometimes when we face hard times and difficult places in our relationships, we must remember what is important when we are teaching people and talking to them. When we make the move to be positive, happy, and loving, they will love us for it. Don't forget what John said about Christ's love:
"We love him because he loved us first."
So, choose to be loving. Choose to make the first move. If you do, you will be in good company.
Have a great week!
Love,
Elder Brent Anderson
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