#1-And So It Begins

 Hello friends!


I don’t have too much to write about because I’ve only been a missionary for just about 2 days, but I just wanted to write a little bit.

I was set apart as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Sunday. I was set apart by my stake president, President Keller. The blessing that he gave me was super powerful and the spirit was so strong.

Yesterday was my very first day of at-home MTC. I got to meet my companion and my district. My comp’s name is Elder Taylor and he’s super cool. He’s the only one in my district going to my mission. My district is also pretty cool, though I don’t know them super well yet. I was surprised that the 8 hours of zoom classes weren't as bad as I thought it would be. It wasn't too hard to focus and stay awake. One of the funnest things was the big 700 person meeting with all the missionaries starting that day. I was able to find some of my friends like Elder Gardner, Elder King, and Elder Grant. I also found some very sleepy missionaries 🥱

I’ll end with a quick spiritual thought. It comes from Matthew chapter 4 verse 19. 
And he saith unto them, Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.
Jesus didn't expect the apostles to already be fishers of men just like he doesn't expect us to already be perfect disciples. He just asks us to follow him and then he will help us become what he knows we can become. I challenge each of you to try to follow Jesus Christ just a little bit better this week, and I promise that he will magnify your efforts.

I hope you guys have a great week!
-Elder Jensen

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