Hola!

So this week I have found that a lot of the work we put into

missionary work doesn't get immediate results. Neither do we find that

much of the success that comes is a direct result from our efforts.

As I have thought about that, it has been humbling to see the

perspective it brings as greater understanding comes.

Going through my mission I have seen priorities change and desires

become more god-like.  Things such as having the desire to go and have

fun and be the coolest kid around slowly is converted to the desire to

love others for who they are and strive to be the best asset I can in

the Lord's hand.  Selfish has become selfless.  Lonliness and sadness

is converted to kindness and peace.  Pocrastination is fought and

judgments are lessened.  What used to be important for my pleasure,

has been slowly exchanged for the importance of the happiness of those

around me.

Hard work is developed, Patience is excercised, and faith in the

Lord's great plan grows.  The great work of God, carried out through

the guidance of the Spirit, becomes the source that provides the

strength necessary to carry on and do what he wants done.

I can honestly say that being outside the comfort zone has brought a

greater joy that I never knew had existed before.

Thanks for helping me out.

🌅 Elder Nathan Benson 🌅