#27 Concrete Pancakes

 I was set apart as a missionary for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 6 months ago today. That's just crazy


This week was full of ups and downs, but hey, that's just life for you. 

On Wednesday I went on an exchange with Elder Faires. He's been out for 1 month, but he's already doing amazing. But I definitely wore him out biking 🚲 His area is not a biking area and we're all bike, so he was pretty tired at the end of the day, but that's alright!

Thursday was kinda sad, because one of our friends just flat out said he doesn't want to be baptized. We testified a bunch, but it didn't change much. And then we got rejected the rest of the day.

But Friday was pretty amazing. I was not really looking forward to it, because it was so windy, and biking in the wind isn't super fun. And while we were almost blown into traffic a couple of times, it was honestly awesome! We met some really cool new people and we were able to get members involved. It was really a testament to me that the Lord is aware of us, and He will comfort us when we're diligent and obedient.

But then nobody came to church on Sunday 😥 But we'll keep working with them and they'll come next week for sure 😄

I got to mix and pour concrete for the first time! It was just like mixing pancake mix, except super heavy and probably not as good. But who knows? I didn't taste it so maybe it actually tastes better?

I know I've sent this scripture before, but it's so true. Alma 26:27
27 Now when our hearts were depressed, and we were about to turn back, behold, the Lord comforted us, and said: Go amongst thy brethren, the Lamanites, and bear with patience thine afflictions, and I will give unto you success.
The Lord really does comfort us when we are in need. I know that he loves us so much and he wants us each to come closer to him and when we do he will bring us joy

Elder Jensen

1. Truck
2. Mirror Pic
3. Biking
4. Biking






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