My new companion's name is Elder Whitney. He is from Lake Stevens,
Washington, is 18 years old (until Sept. 24) and has 4 sisters, one
older and three younger. And he's one of the most stellar missionaries
I could have ever asked for. ^_^ There has been so much that I've
already learned from him, and though I'm supposed to be the example
for him, he is such a great example to me of humility, diligence, and
love for the Lord. I'm honored to be serving with him and have him as
my last companion. Here's to the last hurrah!
Right now, I must admit that I'm feeling very homesick, but not
necessarily for home. Life is full of changes; there's no escaping it.
People come and go throughout our lives, and we seem to be touched if
but for a moment. Most often the people that connect with us don't
even know how much of an impact they have made. I want each of you to
know that you have helped shaped me into who I am today. Ultimately it
is God that changes us, but He uses His children to accomplish His
work. If I could have my way, I would hold on to each of you and never
let go, because I love you. I am homesick for those I love. This helps
me understand to a small degree how the Savior feels about each of us.
I know that if we all choose to follow the Savior and do the things He
would have us do, then eventually we won't have to worry about being
separated from each other because we will all be living in our
Father's presence. We talk often about the importance of being sealed
as a family in the eternities. We talk often about doing family
history work so that our past ancestors can be sealed to their
families. We talk often about how we are all God's children.
Therefore, I conclude by stating that I believe in the eternities we
will all be sealed to each other as one big family. If we are sons and
daughters of God, and He is our Father, then the sealing ordinance not
only seals us to our spouses/children/parents, but since it's the
crowning saving ordinance, it also seals us to HIM! How I love the
Lord and am grateful to be a part of His work! I look forward to being
able to see all of you again someday and let you know exactly how much
you mean to me!
~~Elder T. Riggs
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