Sorry I have been slacking on my emails! Here is the run down on the past couple weeks.
I
got into my new area and got my new companion. I am now serving in the
Antelope 4th Ward. It's very different then my last areas. It is all
subdivisions and apartments and a really small area (no more then 10
miles across), a lot of diversity(Caucasian is probably the minority
compared to everyone else), and close to the city. My new companion is
Sister H. She is from Colorado, 20 years old today, an
amazing crocheter and that's how she likes to spend her spare time. We
have had our trials and tribulations together but, I love her.
The
past couples weeks have been trying, but I'm back on my feet running! I
was able to recuperate this week. I went to Gridley for MLC and had a
blast! I am so thankful for the friendships I have made on my mission!
We truly are like brothers and sisters. They are the best support system
ever!
Yesterday was awesome! By the way, Happy Mothers Day
to all you AMAZING women! At church the cutest little girl ran to come
sit by me during sacrament....just about killed me with her cuteness!
President and Sister Marston invited us for dinner. President invited 6
sisters, in place of his 6 daughters, and him and the AP's cooked us
dinner. It was so great! President gave a dinner speech about the plan
of salvation and the importance of mothers. What an amazing man! I love
him!
I got to skype my family! I was proud of myself!!...I
didn't even cry till the very end this time! It was fun to see them!
Great therapy laughing and talking! (Crazy that that was the last time
on my mission) I am thankful for my awesome family and all they do for
me! Love you guys!
It's been a good week!
I had a prayed answered yesterday as I was at church. The topic was on scripture study and the impact reading can have on us.
"The
scriptures are written records of God’s dealings with His children as
recorded by prophets under the influence of the Holy Ghost. We show our
faith by studying, believing, and obeying God’s revealed word. We
diligently search the scriptures to understand the truth. We feast upon
them because they open the door to revelation and show us what we need
to do and become. We search the scriptures to learn about Jesus Christ
and His gospel. Faith in Jesus Christ is a gift from God and comes
through studying and living His word and His gospel. The approved
scriptures of the Church, also called the standard works, are the Holy
Bible, the Book of Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Pearl of
Great Price. We should study these sacred books daily."(Preach My
Gospel)
Just like any other commandment God has given us, he
gives us blessings and promises to follow! Here is some of those
promises(could you use any of them in your life?): Personal revelation
will flow, temple marriage will increase, families will be strengthened,
commitment will be strengthened, missionaries will increase,
testimonies will be strengthened, and activity in the church will
increase.
"As we study God's word, we receive guidance in our
daily lives, healing of the soul, and power to avoid deception and
resist temptation."
Family and friends, I know this to be
true! I think we often overlook or forget the power of God's words we
have in our finger tips. Open the book and read! Scriptures that are
falling apart usually represent a life that is not! I love you all!
Love,
Sister Reber
Sister Reber
California Roseville Mission
Sister Soliai and I with AP Johnston and Gillies @ Mothers Day Dinner.
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