Lieber Familie
Oh my goodness, I LOVE General Conference!! We weren't able to see the last session, but we did get to see the Relief Society broadcast!
General Conference was so wonderful and
so needed. I have been struggling the past few weeks with a lot of
discouragement and doubt. I loved what Pres Uchtdorf said: ''Doubt your
doubts before you doubt your faith.'' Of course I am not perfect over
night, but I can feel the power of the atonement bringing me up little
by little. I have been realizing that my self doubt is not just ''self''
doubt. It is not recognizing and using the help that is always extended
toward me, the atonement. Of course I'm scared to talk to strangers in a
language that I still can not speak. Frustrated and sad, sometimes
holding back feelings or promptings of the Spirit. ''I can't speak
German, I don't understand what people are saying to me, I'm not a good
teacher, I'm not smart enough, funny enough, etc.'' The words of the
prophets gave me so much comfort and hope. Reminding me that I am not
alone and to believe in miracles. Pray with all my might, do all that I
can in faith and hope knowing this is God's work and He won't let it
fail. He won't let me fail. I love my Savior and I am so grateful for
His eternal, atoning sacrifice. I have faith that He can make weak
things become strong. But it begins with a desire and letting that
desire work within you. Why I am here? Because I know what Jesus Christ
has done for me. I want everyone to be able to feel that change and
redeeming love. I challenge all of you to think about what the atonement
means to you, and then to invite someone to come closer to Christ.
''Live by faith, hold to hope and show charity one to another'' -Elder
Holland
This weekend Frau Hausch will be baptized! We are so excited and we are
still working with and praying for the family. Michelle and Romy are not
sure about being baptized with their mother. I am fighting so hard for
the this family that the devil does not want baptized. My heart breaks
when I hear what they go through. They need the blessing that come with
baptism and receiving the gift of the Holy Ghost. Please remember them in your prayers this week.
Wiz! I can't believe you leave in three weeks! How are you feeling? You are going to be so amazing! I am so proud of you!
Sha, I love hearing about your work with the Sister missionaries! And little Ritos.
I
love the pictures!! I love the picture of JD on Brad's back and you can
see Merri peeking through. JD definitely has his momma's beautiful
eyes!
Mom and Dad have so much fun on your trip!
I love you all so much!! Have a great week!
-Sister Turner
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