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Hey Yall,

And here we are. Somewhere that I always knew that I would go, but somewhere that I never thought I would finally reach. I am old on the mission. I dont know how it happened because I have been trying so hard to be the Peter Pan of the mission, but oh well. Im not. Friday marked 1 year and 6 months that I am Brasilian. I love it here and am scared to see it end, but we just have to trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not on thine own understanding.

Miracle:

I would just like to share an experience that is not my own but touched me deeply.

So my companion, Elder Freitas, was baptised when he was 14 years old. He was the only member of his family that was baptised and left on his mission with that situation still the same. His family supported him but did not have much, if any interest at all, in joining or going to church. About a month ago, he received a message that his younger brothers had started going to church. And two weeks ago he received what he called, the greatest blessing of his life. His brothers were going to be baptised.

So on Saturday, with permission from the mission president, we were able to watch the baptism of his two younger brothers, Yago and Gabriel. It honestly was an incredibly spiritual experience. Especially for Elder Freitas.

Because of this sole experience, I have a testimony. I know that God blesses us for any sacrifice that we make in His name. When we are on His errand, the blessings WILL come. It may take over 5 and a half years, as is the case of Elder Freitas, and it may take longer. (His mother has still not been baptised) But the blessings come. He told me that 2 years on his mission were completely worth it just for that experience. To see his brothers following his example and taking one more step closer to exaltation.

Your sacrifices will bring blessings to you and the ones you love. I testify of it.

I love you all, have the best week.

Await the blessings.

Love,

Elder Allen