WEEK 30 MARCH 24 2009

Mom and Dad,

Week 30 has provided much blessings for Elder Lunt and I. We currently are teaching 11 solid gators and have 6 baptismal dates. This is such a miracle. God, The Father, is truly watching over us and helping us receive the promised blessings to those who publish His good Word.

Here is a little context: When I received my call as a trainer I immediately was worried because of the state of the area I was serving (2 gators -- one date). I wondered if I had the capacity to help this area BOOM and teach Elder Lunt the fundamentals of this Great Work. I was scared and felt inadequate. These feelings caused me to run to the only place I could be alone: the bathroom. I cried my heart out and asked God to help and comfort me. I did not receive any consolation that night, nor the next. Instead of waiting for a majestic manifestation, I decided to GO and DO as Nephi valiantly taught. I also remembered the words which Pres. Joyce uttered: Whom the Lord calls, He qualifies. Elder Lunt and I continued to plan, teach and find.

While I was in sacrament meeting this past week, we had the opportunity to hear two beautiful sisters sing "I know that my Redeemer lives". While I was listening, I felt the sweet feeling that is available to all who GO and DO. I felt the power of the Holy Ghost. It left me with a sweet taste in my mouth and motivated me to do good. It help me feel clean and pure (the Holy Ghost is a cleansing agent). But most of all, the Spirit of God remedied my wounded soul. Just as the soothing voice of a mother can calm a crying baby. The spirit wiped away my tears and conquered my fears. I felt as though those angels were ministering to me. I had a reinforced resolution to be a celestial son of God. I had been comforted by my Father, who dwells in heaven. I know He is real and loves all of us. All we need to do, is know and apply His precepts so we may feel Godly Joy.

This was a very sacred experience and defining moment concerning my mission. I encourage you to pray in gratidude for this sublime experience I have received. All are eligible for these great manifestations. All we need to do is GO and DO.

You may share this with other people, especially Bruce. :)
I love you and miss you so much.

Your son,
Elder Jonathan Kaufman