Unity
I had an epic week last week. I went on exchanges, gave a talk, did a service project, and taught my companion how to play chess when the power went out for a night. It is brutally hot here. We had some really good visits with our friends and my friend Luis was baptized. It was a great day.
I had the opportunity to hear from Elder Becerra which was really cool. His message was really good and very important. He taught us that when we teach someone, it isn't just saying words or just talking. We need to observe, listen and then teach. We need to observe and make sure that all parties are engaged. We need to listen and discern what is needed. We need to ask inspired questions and then teach. Afterward, I was able to speak with Elder Becerra for a few minutes and what he said to me in that short time made a big impact on me. I was very grateful for he and his wife taking the time to come to Trujillo.
His message made me think about how God works between relationships with people. It made me ask why we go out in pairs of two? Christ teaches about unity and how important it is. We can fortify one another and always strive to be unified. It isn't good for people to be in isolation or to feel isolated. If you know someone that feels that way, reach out to them. If you feel that way, let someone know. The invitation-in D & C 108:7 it says, "Therefore, strenghten your brethren in all your conversation, in all your prayer, in all your exhortations, and in all your doings". I hope we can all find ways to strengthen someone this week. Observe, listen, teach, invite, strengthen and always strive to be unified.
Have a great week!
Elder (Aidan) George
1. Elder Bercerra
2. The Becerra's
3-4. Brutally hot exchange
5. Thumbs up
6. Luis
7. Luis and me
8. Service
9. Service project
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