First of all, I have a question - do you know the word copesthetic? At least that's how it sounds like it is pronounced. I am wondering what that word is.. I know it means something like great, good, cool, etc. There was this 7 year old in Viera who had the same birthday as me, and we had dinner at his house once. Well, his grandma had taught him that word apparently and he said the opening prayer for dinner. He used it twice in the opening prayer ha ha - "We are thankful it has been such a copesthetic day.." Elder Call and I enjoyed that.
I saw Elder Tommy Eichelberger from the Lake Reams ward in there! Good to see him. I was laughing so hard when they showed Elder Archuleta! I could just see Mindy and Allie screaming out excitedly. That was really cool to see him though! Plus it was smart they did it at the very end so all the girls weren't distracted for the rest of conference thinking about him. The Church IS true. I am very happy for him that he is serving a mission. I can't believe that they let him be in the missionary choir after only being there for 3 days... like that's even enough time to practice. ;)
We got to go to the temple this week with our Ward Mission Leader! It was a great experience. They don't let missionaries here go to the temple anymore, unless a convert is going through, so it was like a super exception because our WML asked President Hall. I love the temple, and learned some important things.
Ok, so I know this is random, but I'm going to share the gems I caught from General Conference. Sorry, there are a few I just have to share:
-The most important calling you will have is as a husband, wife, and parent. These callings will never leave you. That applies as a missionary companionship too - regardless of your calling as a District Leader, Zone Leader, Assistant, or even in your relationship with your investigators, your loyalty is first to the Lord, then your Mission President, then your Companion. I am so thankful for Elder Charbadze, and I hope to be as best of a companion as I can be.
-We need to not only teach our children the doctrine, but teach them to understand the doctrine. It needs to become a part of their very beings that reflects in their actions and attitude throughout their lives.
-Mission experiences are a template for how we will serve the rest of our lives.
-"A religion that does not require the sacrifice of all things never has the power of faith sufficient to produce salvation." Something like that :P
- Am I being regularly changed by the ordinance of the Sacrament?
-What we are speaks so loudly that others may not hear what we are trying to say.
-Active study of the scriptures is a clear dividing line between those who hear the music of faith, and those who are tone-deaf.
-We can strengthen our relationships with those on the other side of the veil through righteous actions.
-A good sense of humor aids revelation
-Exercise, rest, and proper nutrition improve our spiritual senses
-Dreams can be a form of revelation, record them
-Our Heavenly Father did not put us on earth to fail, but to succeed gloriously!
-Communication with our Father in Heaven is not a trivial matter; it is a sacred privilege.
-The Priesthood is inherently active, not passive! To break the Oath & Covenant, one only needs to do nothing.
-"Just google it... be careful..." ha ha :)
-The what informs, but the why transforms
-Sometimes we must step with faith into the dark, knowing and trusting that the Lord will place solid ground beneath our feet.
-Inspired leaders help others see the why of the gospel. Then we roll up our sleeves and go to work!
-The value of an idea lies in the using of it
-The moment we judge another, we condemn ourselves
-Our degree of gratitude is a measure of our love for God
-"Could an explosion in a printing shop create a dictionary?"
-To return to God, through the gateway we call death, is a joy for those that love God
-The attributes by which we shall be judged one day are all spiritual
-If you come upon a person drowning, would you ask if they need help or just jump in and help?
-"Translate that!"
-In this fast-paced life, do we ever pause for moments of meditation?
-Values & Strong Families --------> Prosperity & Education
-The Church is the scaffolding with which we build eternal families
-Our missionary experiences have to be current
-We need to be seeking and recording sacred communication from Heavenly Father daily.
-"What thinks Christ of me?"
"I invoke the blessings upon each of you..."
I am so thankful for the things I heard and felt during General Conference. It has changed my mission, and it has changed my life. I know that we have a Heavenly Father who cares about us and blesses us to be where we are so that we can learn, grow, and progress. We are in the middle of His great plan for all of us, and he has foreordained us to succeed gloriously! There is no need to fear or hesitate because we are truly the offspring of God. Although we don't know how things will always work out, He does. His promises are sure as we obey His words and just do our best. Jesus Christ is the Savior of mankind, and it is only through Him that we can be forgiven of our sins, reach our full potential, and obtain exaltation. He has sent the Comforter to heal and purify us through obedience. I am so thankful for the guidance that our loving Father and His Son have given to all of us this past weekend, and I hope we can all continue to study and treasure up those words. I know that the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is the only true and living church upon the face of the earth! We are blessed with the Priesthood and the Gift of the Holy Ghost. Let us use these gifts to bless all around us :)
We have been seeing some incredible miracles and have some great people we are working with! The Lord has prepared many people in this area to accept the restored gospel. The work moves forward. Thank you for your support and prayers, I feel their power and influence! I love you all!
love, Elder Beckett
p.s. We had a new lady move into our ward, and we went and met her. It was Pat McMullen, one of Elder McClatchy's converts from Poinciana! How cool :) She loves him.
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