15

Another week has come and gone. This past week I hit 15 months on the mission. Time just keeps moving. 

We had a super super busy week with almost 0 time teaching in our area. We had to make trips to La Vega, San Francisco de Macoris, and Puerto Plata. All are 30 mins to an 1 1/2 hour drive from Santiago. Makes for some fun little talks with my companion. 

Last night we got to talk with one of the members named Lilibeth. She served a mission in Mexico but is a bit inactive. She is about 30 years old and one of the kindest people ever. We talked about the Atonement of Jesus Christ. I love the Atonement of Jesus Christ. I don't think everyone understands just how special the Atonement really is. I love the verse in Alma chapter 7 that talks about how Jesus Christ suffered for our pains and sicknesses, and even our temptations. The fact that the suffering part of the Atonement includes our temptations is a miracle. We are temped daily but because Jesus Christ loves us we can be forgiven and strengthened through His Atonement. 

I'd be lying to you all if I said the mission has gotten easier as it has gone on. In fact it has gotten more and more challenging, but has also gotten more and more worth it. I love the study time I get everyday in the scriptures. I love the Dominican people who are so kind and even funny. I love the trials God has given me. The mission is incredible. It’s hard. But it is worth it! 

If you guys could pray for our friend Dariel that'd be great. He has been to church a solid 7 times in a row but says he doesn't have a testimony so he won't get baptized. Pray for his heart to soften and for him to develop a testimony so he can make the decision to be baptized. 

I love you all so much and miss everyone daily! Have a great week! 

Elder Wilde!