This past week Elder Clay and I definitely saw the Lord's
hand in the work! Last Tuesday we were able to see Marcela, and also her
husband Craig. The first lesson was more directed to Marcela. We
taught her the message of the Restoration of the Gospel. As we taught
about prophets and their roles, she was right on board. We moved to the
Savior's ministry, followed by the Apostasy. When we hit this point
Marcela got an extremely scared look on her face and asked, "What happened
to the Priesthood authority?" When a person asks that question, you
know that they are seekers of the truth! We quickly referred to the story
of the first vision; from there she soaked in everything like a sponge!
Not to mention Sister Galvan was there in the lesson. She was able
to testify to her friend of the truthfulness of the Gospel. By the end
both of them were in tears and hugging!
This first lesson was all in Spanish. Her husband
Craig came in and out, but never really participated. Craig speaks only a
bit of Spanish.
Our next lesson we taught Marcela the Plan of Salvation.
The Spirit filled the room. The lesson was near as intense as the
first, but as the progression of man and his spirit was outlined, solace filled
her heart. Life's questions were answered in this lesson.
Craig chimed in at the end. He has some doubts of what
we shared. Common Doubts. Elder Clay then testified of the Book of
Mormon, and the Prophet Joseph Smith. Craig will prove to be the harder
head, but he still has great promise!
We woke up Sunday Morning to make Marcela, Craig, and kids
breakfast to make sure they were coming to church. While at church
Marcela told members of the Relief Society how she had a person confront her
about meeting with "Los Mormones". Marcela testified to her
about what she has learned, and how she already believes that Joseph Smith is a
prophet!
Elder Clay and I are excited for this family. We could
see them being baptized very soon. We hope to be able to fire the
question this week!
At this point this mission is on track for 501 baptisms in
the year of 2012! That is if all the people that are on date now get
baptized. We are so close! The excitement is building!
Almost out of time....
I love you all! Just don't drink too much Egg Nog!
Para Siempre,
Elder IpsonThe Great Ohio Columbus Mission
