tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34920275732611975032024-03-13T05:13:40.592-07:00Philadelphia FreedomKadee Elise Taylor's Mission Blog - Philadelphia Pennsylvania Kadee Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16773759530414625657noreply@blogger.comBlogger62125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-49372335852309949712014-11-10T20:30:00.004-08:002014-11-10T20:31:19.803-08:00#missionaccomplished!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-67686583505326724372014-11-03T14:13:00.001-08:002014-11-03T14:23:38.706-08:00100 Things I Learned on my Mission!<div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OjS4a716Q1s/VFf_92-YGJI/AAAAAAAAEXs/SeRw3DTLQiQ/s640/blogger-image--1955577268.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-OjS4a716Q1s/VFf_92-YGJI/AAAAAAAAEXs/SeRw3DTLQiQ/s640/blogger-image--1955577268.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>Well familia and friends....</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Where the last 18 months have gone, I'm not exactly sure....</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">But of one thing I am sure- I have become a new creature through my Savior, Jesus Christ. </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: </span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." - 2 Cor. </span><a href="x-apple-data-detectors://0" x-apple-data-detectors="true" x-apple-data-detectors-type="calendar-event" x-apple-data-detectors-result="0" style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">5:17</a></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">The following is a list (in no particular order or importance) of things that stood out to me that I've learned on my mission. Some are things I've learned about myself, and some are things I've learned about the Gospel. And you might look at many of them and think, "Well that's a no-brainer!" But these are things I needed to experience in order to learn. </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"> <br>1. People before things</span></div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">2. I need to love people even when I can see their weaknesses<br>3. Everyone, independent of how they think, feel or act needs to be shown Christ-like love<br>4. Sense of urgency<br>5. The Book of Mormon is the word of God.<br>6. There is no detail of my life that is random<br>7. I have something to learn from everyone<br>8. No random thoughts<br>9. Early to bed, early to rise<br>10. The Gospel of Jesus Christ will bless anyone who lives it, regardless of circumstance<br>11. I am infinitely greater than my shortcomings<br>12. I need to learn how to love myself<br>13. If there is something about myself that I don't love, my Savior can give me the power to change it.<br>14. Always say thank you<br>15. The desire to recognize my weaknesses and be willing and anxious to improve<br>16. I am nothing but a vessel<br>17. Raise the bar<br>18. I choose to be happy<br>19. I have power and authority in the priesthood<br>20. Ask for suggestions in how you can improve<br>21. Be steadfast in Christ, not simply enduring<br>22. Never postpone a promoting<br>23. General conference is better than Christmas!<br>24. Wawa, Rita's, Amish food and Reading Terminal Market...<br>25. There's no growth in the comfort zone, and there's no comfort in<br>the growth zone.<br>26. Comparison destroys vision<br>27. The Priesthood is the power of God on the earth<br>28. I LOVE THE TEMPLE!!!<br>29. You can't actually talk to everyone while riding septa, or while trekkin' downtown Philly<br>30. You CAN get lost with a GPS<br>31. Pride is the root of all evil<br>32. There is a real power that flows into your life the minute you<br>begin a serious study of the Book of Mormon.<br>33. Forests actually exist.<br>34. Faith is a principle of power.<br>35. Time was created by man, not God.<br>36. Our time here is so short, we have so much to do here- we can't<br>waste a minute of the time He gives us.<br>37. I didn't give 18 months to serve Him, He gave me 18 months to serve Him.<br>38. Each one of us has promised to always represent our Savior, not just those set apart full time.<br>39. doTERRA for life. Essential oils are God's pharmacy.<br>40. You don't have time, you make time.<br>41. Reach out to the one<br>42. I am capable<br>43. I can't actually see things that are far away...<br>44. Family, isn't it about time?<br>45. Be proactive and proactively accountable!!<br>46. The love and light of Christ have no language barrier.<br>47. Firm, Undaunted, Obedient<br>48. "We are not obedient because we are blind, we are obedient because<br>we can see." - Boyd K. Packer<br>49. Cruise control is heaven sent #ExactObedience<br>50. My worth is set. I'm not here to prove my worth, I'm here to determine where I will spend the eternities.<br>51. I'm Mexican. #JustAskMyPeople<br>52. Weather or not people are prepared to receive the gospel at this moment, every single person needs this gospel. Prepare them to learn.<br>53. Everyone needs a smile<br>54. More important than what you will ever say is what you do.<br>55. Surround yourself with goodness.<br>56. I also claim Idaho<br>57. Statistics do not drive eternal progression<br>58. No one else's disobedience can justify my disobedience.<br>59. I'm never cutting my hair again- seriously don't let me.<br>60. #hashtagsforever<br>61. I was effectively trained by my BYU-Idaho custodial position<br>62. God hears my prayers<br>63. Pantsing is a natural high<br>64. Laughter heals the soul<br>65. Don't sweat the small stuff<br>66. Mission is the best marriage prep.<br>67. The Atonement can heal wounds of the Spirit<br>68. The power of the priesthood can heal the effects of pornography<br>69.Every good thing in this life and the next depends on us gaining and keeping the spirit with us.<br>70. Treat the chapel like the temple. It's a sacred place of worship.<br>71. Dearest Children, God is Near You<br>72. Hymns are inspired scripture<br>73. Retail therapy exists<br>74. Dr. Pepper- discovered it<br>75. I want to learn how to can, sew, crochet and play the uke ie... develop/discover many talents<br>76. I like to cook<br>77. I discovered the enabling power of the Atonement<br>78. Just because I have an opinion doesn't mean I have to share it with the world...<br>79. The Lower Lights<br>80. I really do like cleaning<br>81. If I don't do it, who will?<br>82. I'm the voodoo witch doctor minus the voodoo plus herbs..<br>83. Just because someone is in a leadership position...<br>84. Pray before you leave the house<br>85. In thoroughness is satisfaction<br>86. My future is securely in His hands<br>87. flying turkey vultures. <br>88. There are only 2 ears on a stalk of corn...<br>89. #earwaxcandles<br>90. COOKIE BUTTER!<br>91. I love sister pleasers.<br>92. The Savior is a part of every aspect of my life<br>93. I'm still a hoarder...I mean collector...<br>94. The general public is not actually happier around the holidays...they're grumpier...it's sad.<br>95. I will never reach perfection in this life, and I need to be okay with that. Perfection is a direction<br>96. I need to never let anyone make me feel like I'm not good enough, including myself.<br>97. I own what I feel<br>98. I need to focus on things that matter most...the stuff of eternity.<br>99. Never let a problem to be solved become more important than a person to be loved.<br>100. Repetition is redemptive but routine impedes revelation.<br></span><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I know that I now have a life ahead of me to apply what I've learned- with His help! I know I'll need it. I will be eternally indebted to my Heavenly Father for the experiences He has granted me, not only on my mission, but in my life. These experiences make me who I am and will shape who I become. I'm so grateful to each one of you for being a piece in the puzzle of my life (: you make up a piece of who I am. </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">I pray that my Father in Heaven will help me to reflect His will in all that I do. I pray that He will help me to live what I've learned on my mission. I pray that He will help me to show you by word and deed who I've become with Him by my side. I am forever changed. I love my Savior. He is truly my best friend. Each day I learn to see a little bit more of my divine potential. I strive to live up to it daily. </span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Your love and support has sustained me. 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This week was truly incredible. Back in March, a lady named Jackie Hess showed up to church with two little brown girls, gave us their mom's phone number and address and said, "She just had a baby, go see her in two weeks!" So, we did! </div>
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Yesterday, Jackie came into town for the baptism of Victoria's 8 year old daughter Zaria. Brothers and Sisters, I cannot begin to communicate the indescribable joy that has forever come into my life because of this experience. Being able to see Victoria and her daughter go from referrals to fully active members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints has been so miraculous! Being able to sit down with Jackie and talk to her was such a blessing. She'd talked with Victoria before about the Gospel, but never really invited her to learn. Until that day in March, I cannot believe He counted me worthy to be a part of this experience. I will be forever grateful. </div>
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Ephesians 3:11-21- "According to the eternal purpose which he purposed in Christ Jesus our Lord: In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him. Wherefore I desire that ye faint not at my tribulations for you, which is your glory. For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,Of whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named, That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might by his Spirit in the inner man; That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God. Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen."</div>
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My hope is to be filled with the fullness of God. To have His image in my countenance. To let all my life reflect His will. Conversion is a process, and perfection is a direction. But now I have a direction. I know which way I'm facing, and I know who's path I'm on. Christ is my Redeemer, and I pray to be more like Him each and every day. </div>
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Thank you for your love, support and prayers! I need them all! I am so grateful to be a servant of our Heavenly Father, representing our Savior! This experience has changed my life completely. It has changed <i>me </i>completely. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-82552053261921442014-09-29T13:03:00.000-07:002014-10-09T13:03:47.618-07:00I'm dying in Dover! <div style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in;">
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found a Haitian family a few weeks ago. The wife, Marlene, speaks creole and
French..."luckily" our Ward Mission Leader speaks French! They moved
from Haiti three months ago. She goes to a Haitian church but wants to know
what we believe! Bro. Siebach (WML) taught the lesson, of course. He taught
about Joseph Smith, The Apostasy, the Restoration and the Book of Mormon. The
Spirit was so strong! And we're coming back this week! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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found a couple named Cory and Stephanie. They are super great and really open!
We met Cory on the steps outside the apartment complex and he said we could
come back that day! *never happens* So we had to go on splits and I went and
took a ward member, Heather, with me. It went really well! They are doctrinally
pretty spot on. But...Cory has a strong belief that he's been baptized by water
and by the Holy Ghost, "...And that was the best gift God ever gave
him!"...so we're praying to not have any road blocks there...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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and Sisters, do realize that we live in a time where Apostles and Prophets post
on FACEBOOK?! That is a miracle in and of itself! Their apostolic messages beam
right to our pockets in<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><b>SECONDS!
PEOPLE, ARE YOU UNDERSTANDING THE MAGNITUDE OF THIS?!<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span></b>You have new scripture every time
they post something. They're not quoting anyone, or letting you know what's
going on in their lives...They're guided by inspiration as to what they should
share...and then it beams out to the world! I'm obviously really floored by
this, and you should be too. This week Elder D. Todd Christofferson
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pray that you will make the theme of the Savior’s life—“I do always those
things that please [the Father]”—the theme of your life. If you do, you will
save your life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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content in all your striving and achieving to put His will first. Lose your
self-will in His perfect will. Learn to want what He wants. Confess and
acknowledge Him in every aspect of your life. Do not be ashamed of Christ or
His gospel, and be willing to lay down cherished things, cherished
relationships, and even life itself for Him. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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while you live, let your life be an offering. Take up His cross each day in
purity, obedience, and service. These are the implications and the fruits of
our faith."<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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words really touched my heart. I started crying when I read them, mostly
because I read them over Facebook! What a miracle. That's what we're here to
do. Learn how to give up our will. And as President Uchtdorf pointed out this
weekend at the Women's Broadcast, our Heavenly Father knows more than we
do...So I'm trying, day by day, to give up my will and realize His. Trying to
want what He wants. Something tells me this will be a lifelong endeavor, but
I'm willing to work for it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.0pt;">So bare
with me...I need to back up a bit for this one. Back in June...we were planning
a Ward Cultural Night. We went to Staples to print off some fliers. The chick
at the counter looked at us and said, "Hey, I'm Mormon! My name is
Ashley." We were stunned of course. We tried to get her number but it
didn't work. Then in July we were back for Victoria's baptismal programs!
We got her facebook but couldn't find her because she was super blocked (dang
stalkers). Then again, we were there in August for Qiu Liang's baptismal
programs! This time we got a number and that evening we saw her while we were
at Olive Garden with Victoria! That number didn't work....I promise she didn't
do it on purpose! Finally, at the end of August the Smyrna Elders ran into her
and they got her number for us! Success. We texted her and she asked for a Book
of Mormon. We were supposed to meet up with her but she bailed on us. Then,
like a veil, my mind was erased of her. It wasn't like I kept thinking of her
and then brushing it off, she literally never entered my mind. Then, a week and
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text her and she INVITES US OVER FOR DINNER THIS WEEK! Oh yeah! We were stoked!
But as usual, I was having little faith. She was just "too
excited"....I was wrong. Again. We show up, and she lets us in! We talked
all through dinner just getting to know her, and I was a little worried because
it was all a bunch of nothingness. I mean, it was great but nothing gospel
related. So finally we ask if we can share a message before we go. We had
prepared to talk about Moroni 10:32 and our purpose in helping others
to come unto Christ. We then watched the Come Unto Christ video. Halfway
through I just started praying that she would feel His love. I look up, and she
crying. The video gets over,and she's still crying. We wait for a moment and
just let her ponder. Then she says, "Ever since I was young I could
see spirits, and I know this sounds crazy, but when you walked in I could see
angels. Please just know He sends them to watch over you, because I can see
them." And then that's all she said about the matter! My heart was so
touched. She then went on to tell us everything. How she knows she needs to
change her path and that God kept telling her to invite us over. It was like a
total 180. She came to church yesterday and is coming to volleyball tonight.
WHAT A MIRACLE! Ashley is so amazing. She recognizes what she needs to change
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Ashley, knows what he needs to do to get where he wants to go. It's amazing to
work with people who you help to get going in the right direction, and they
just completely take off running in the right direction. The Spirit is really
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quite a relief! Super happy he's home with his family. Which reminds me,
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got remodeled! It was crazy and awesome at the same time! We are so excited to
work with all these new auxiliary leaders! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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prayers coming. I'm so grateful for your love and support. He truly is
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-74003736368016430152014-09-22T07:31:00.000-07:002014-09-26T07:35:55.675-07:00Dearest Children, God is Near You.<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">What a wonderful world...</span><br />
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Sister White and I had Golden Re-Training which is a meeting for new missionaries and their trainers. It's always great to be up at the mission office. We are blessed with the most wonderful senior couples in the world. They take such great care of us! And plus the Jones' are from St. George...so that's a nice perk! And not to mention that we stopped at Trader Joe's on the way home and I bought myself some Crunchy Cookie Butter! *nectar from the gods* You'll never eat an apple the same way again.<br />
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This week a sister said, "A mission is learning what to hold on to and what to let go of." Super inspired and exactly what I needed to hear. Right now I'm learning which mountains to climb. It's a very humbling thing, but as always I'm feeling the sustaining power of the Atonement, and there are no words to describe my gratitude. The power of the priesthood is so real. I know that God lives. He loves us, He cares for us. He watches over us continually. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-23755924719687206032014-09-15T10:00:00.000-07:002014-09-16T20:24:18.012-07:00Pantsing...it's a natural high...<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">Once again an eventful week! </span><br />
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Monday- YSA volleyball was as great as ever. After 7 months in Dover you'd think my volleyball skills were getting pretty intense...but they're not. </div>
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This is my testimony- Prayer is powerful, and it is sacred. We are invited, spiritually, into the presence of the Creator. Our Savior bridges the gap of our fallen state to allow this to take place. Be careful about how you ask for blessings in your prayers. Too often we ask the Father to bless others, rather than asking Him for the ability, capacity or insight to bless them ourselves, with His help. I invite you to pray for the later. When we pray, our desires need to be consistent with Christ's will, if it is any other way it is not a prayer of faith. We cannot be asking for things because of motives contrary to the will of God. We must pray that we may be able to conform our desires and motives with those of Christ. Now, there is no prayer of faith without works. So work to accomplish the answers to your prayers, and you'll have His help every step of the way. He will enable you to carry out His will. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-26618686672699566102014-09-02T13:14:00.003-07:002014-09-02T13:14:57.275-07:00Steadfast in Christ, not simply enduring!<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Crazy times in the PPM. </span><br />
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We have interviews this transfer, and I am so excited! President has had us write up our own "personal purpose" - what we want to accomplish on our missions and in life, really. There were a lot of details he wanted, and at first I as nervous about how I would put everything down into words. But as I began writing, it was surprisingly easy for me to put it all into words. I will share it with you sometime. In short, I want to be like my Savior, and I feel that if that is what I am striving for, everything else that is a priority will fall into place. When I'm focused on becoming more like Him, my Heavenly Father will help me to take care of the rest. The Savior is the focus of the gospel, and He should be the focus of our lives. So that's my new motto! Steadfast in Christ, not simply enduring! I wise missionary I know helped me to see the difference. Life is about more than just enduring, it's about enjoying. And if you're having trouble seeing that, start one day at a time. Look for a blessing, a tender mercy, a simple joy in every day. They are there, I promise you that. You have a loving Heavenly Father who waits eagerly to answer your prayers. But you have to do your part. </div>
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I've been studying faith a lot. How to obtain greater faith, how to strengthen my faith etc...One might say that to obtain faith we must be obedient, but I felt that it was so much more than that- and it is. In a quote I found by Elder Holland he says, “<u>Preparatory faith</u> is formed by experiences in the past—by the known, which provides a basis for belief. But <u>redemptive faith</u> must often be exercised toward experiences in the future—the unknown, which provides an opportunity for the miraculous. <u>Exacting faith</u>, mountain-moving faith, faith like that of the brother of Jared, precedes the miracle and the knowledge. He had to believe before God spoke. He had to act before the ability to complete that action was apparent. He had to commit to the complete experience in advance of even the first segment of its realization. Faith is to agree unconditionally—and in advance—to whatever conditions God may require in both the near and distant future” </div>
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That is what I am striving for, exacting faith! Brothers and Sisters, I know that when we make Christ the center of our lives, we will have greater perspective about what is important and what is not. We live in a busy world that tells us that being busy is being successful, happy and even righteous. I pray that we fill our days with things that further the work of the Lord. In all that we do we should be His servants. Our motives should always be to bring ourselves or others closer to Christ. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-77857665122723204772014-08-11T10:42:00.000-07:002014-08-12T10:43:03.931-07:00The Gospel shall roll forth until it has filled the whole earth! - D&C 65:1-2<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">One day when I type an email I'll know where to start. </span><br />
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First and foremost, Yang QiuLiang (yong-chew-lee-ong) was baptized.</div>
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I cannot explain to you how incredibly prepared QiuLiang was! When we started teaching her an JingTing we were...not doubtful, but unsure. After trying to plan their first lesson for over 30 minutes, we knelt down and prayed. We knew that our role here was to do everything in our power. If it was our Father's will that they be baptized, that's exactly what would happen. BUT, we had to do everything we could. So we planned by the Spirit, and taught SO simply. I'll be honest, at first I completely thought of the girls as a package deal. They'd either both be baptized or neither of them would. Well, obviously I was wrong, but I learned so much in the process.</div>
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As we continued teaching, it was clear how prepared and receptive QiuLiang was. She was so willing to keep commitments, to pray, to do anything to come to know if God was real and if He knew her. She so easily felt and recognized the influence of the Holy Ghost, it was incredible. When we taught her that baptism was just the beginning, the gate to eternal life- she understood what she needed to do. She is so strong and so bright. Her prayers are the most sincere thing I've ever heard, and her desires are pure. </div>
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When QiuLiang stepped down into the font, I could not restrain my tears. I knew this was such a grand moment in the Kingdom of God. I cannot believe He counted me worthy to be here, in this area at this time. Any other missionary could have been His tool here, but He chose me. I will be eternally grateful. QiuLiang arose from the waters of baptism, she was crying. She felt absolutely free, weightless- it was not a rebirth, but a birth. Her new life as a disciple of Jesus Christ had begun. Yesterday in sacrament meeting she was confirmed a member of the Church by Bishop Harrison. It was a beautiful blessing full of promise and counsel.<br />
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I know that as she goes back home to China life as a member of the Church will be different, but I also know that our Heavenly Father has a plan laid out for her. She has the most precious gift in the world now, the Gift of the Holy Ghost. She know she cannot go wrong if she follows His counsel. Saying goodbye to her yesterday was one of the hardest things I've ever done. It's something different than saying goodbye to other friends and members, I do not know when I will see her again. With tears streaming down our cheeks right before we said goodbye, I read her this scripture, "... they separated themselves and departed one from another, trusting in the Lord that they should meet again at the close of their harvest; for they supposed that great was the work which they had undertaken." (Alma <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1381927163" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">17:13</span></span>) QiuLiang said that she "felt power in her mind, warmth in her heart, and responsibility on her shoulders." I love her. </div>
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I know this is the only True and living Church upon the face of the earth. Christ is at the head of it. God lives and is aware of us. The Book of Mormon is a testimony of our Savior. Joseph Smith is a prophet of God, and we are so blessed to have a prophet on the earth today. Heed their counsel. Study the Book of Mormon, and pray always. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-721691887428117592014-07-28T13:50:00.001-07:002014-07-28T14:02:35.852-07:00Miracles abounding!<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Once again I'm not quite sure where to start...chronological order will do (:</span><br />
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Victoria's baptismal program was beautiful. She had so many friends and family members that traveled to be here and support her, it was amazing. Watching this day come together filled my heart with joy. As her baptism got closer and closer, I expected this "burning in my bosom" type experience and...it never came. I thought for sure that as I was able to witness Victoria enter into the waters of baptism that the flood gates of my tear ducts would over flow and...the tears never came. I was surprisingly calm. I was a little befuddled but still totally at peace. </div>
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After the service we went to Olive Garden! :D For the next 12 hours I was still wondering why I didn't have this grand experience that I had anticipated. </div>
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Sure enough, the next day at church Victoria came forward during sacrament meeting to receive the Gift of the Holy Ghost and the second Brother Hummel opened his mouth, I was weeping like a child. What a blessing it has been to be called to Dover at this time. Victoria was 100% prepared by the Lord, I simply showed up at the right time. He could have called anyone else to be here, but He called me. I've never felt so much joy in my life. Pure joy is the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and in the ordinances thereof, the power of godliness is manifest. I have never known such peace. I cannot believe He counts me worthy to be His mouthpiece.</div>
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During Relief Society we taught Ashli about the message of the Restoration. We kind of had to teach the Plan of Salvation at the same time in order for her to understand the context. She attended Victoria's baptism, so we talked about how baptism is the gate in which we enter the path back to our Heavenly home. It's just the beginning. We told her that we didn't want to rush her to baptism, but we helped her to understand that she could not be baptized in China. We knelt in prayer with her as she offered the most sincere prayer I have ever heard. She asked our Heavenly Father to let her know if she should be baptized before she goes back home to China. She knows there will be many restrictions there, and that she doesn't have much time here. As she was praying, SO WAS I! I honestly couldn't feel a thing, and neither could Sister Howard. I just plead with Heavenly Father to help Ashli to recognize her answer, because we can't do that for her. As she ended her prayer and we sat quietly for what seemed like eons, with tears streaming down her face she finally said, "I think I am lucky enough to be baptized before I go home to China." And by this point we all had tears streaming down our cheeks. We promised her that her Heavenly Father is so mindful of her. He will help her every step of the way. He wants her to be happy and He will help her to do what is right. Please keep her in your prayers! She leaves for China on <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_421612224" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">August 11th</span></span> and her service will be held that weekend. </div>
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THEN, that night they prepared us a feast! Heaven help me, I thought I was going to throw up. We call it, "eating for Jesus". You know what a texture eater I am! ....sesame paste....assortments of tofu, a plethora of mushrooms and last but not least...DUCK EGG!!!! I'm fine. I lived to tell about it, didn't I? It was a bunch of horribly textured things covered in nut taste. BUT, there was cilantro! :D Man, I guess I got my wish, a slice of China in my mission (: I love those girls.<br />
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The Gospel of Jesus Christ is real. It's blessings cannot be received by mere observation, but only in the living application of His teachings. When we show our desire, light will flow into our souls. Our Heavenly Father will help us every step of the way, we just need to show Him - by our actions- that we care. We can only love someone to the extent that we are willing to sacrifice for them. After all that the Savior has done for us, what are we willing to sacrifice for Him? A life of living His Gospel? I sure hope so. I love the Lord with all my heart. Thank you for your constant support and much needed prayers. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-7796017645173958142014-07-21T11:51:00.000-07:002014-07-21T11:54:16.004-07:00All you need is love.<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Well let's see...</span><br />
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We had to take our car in for an oil change at Pep Boys...no big deal right? Wrong. They worked on it for a total of 50 minutes, yet somehow managed to keep the thing over night! Not to mention during a 24 hour span of torrential down pour (prayers for Rexburg)! </div>
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Ashli and Fiona are AMAZING! They are so full of light! We teach them eternal truths and they recognize them! We taught them the Gospel of Jesus Christ <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1558513033" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">on Saturday</span></span> and invited them to be baptized! They said that they would pray about it and attend Victoria's baptism this weekend! We found out that they go home <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_1558513034" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">August 11th</span></span>, so time is of the essence. They cannot be baptized in China, so we're praying for and expecting a miracle! They also brought their friend Felika to church yesterday and we taught her too! Because it's hard for them to get much from Relief Society, we took them out and had a lesson with them. It was so incredible and the Spirit is always so strong when we teach them.<br />
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I've had another epiphany, so bear with me. God's love for us never changes. He loves us independent of anything else in the universe. Every detail of my life is a manifestation of this. Every single person, regardless of their actions, their circumstances or anything else about them, deserves to be shown this love. We are His hands here, especially in this regard. Every living soul needs to be treated with Christ-like love. End of story. These words don't adequately explain what I've learned, but my soul has been enlightened. My heart has been filled with light and joy. I am able to feel of His love and the love of those around me because I've learned this. My Heavenly Father loves me independent of any earthy or eternal circumstance, happenstance, situation or any other reality that pertains to me. He just loves me. I'm so grateful for the people in my life that have shown me this kind of love, they have been a great example to me. </div>
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I love my Heavenly Father so much. I'm so grateful for the details of my life in which He expresses His love. I can't wait to one day return to Him, so that time and space cannot distance us from Him! I'm so inexpressibly grateful for the Gospel in my life. It changes my heart day by day, and for that I am grateful. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-71234405194592656242014-07-14T10:43:00.000-07:002014-07-21T11:54:26.541-07:00Amish Audacities, C-5 Escapades and our Chinese friends- This week hasbeen one for the books!<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);">Well folks, I picture is worth a thousand words, but let me just explain to you in great detail what will happen to you if you enter a C-5 (GIANT. Metal. Aircraft.) in the middle of July...while you're dehydrated. Nothing good.</span><br />
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-29009941476620481252014-07-07T11:52:00.001-07:002014-07-07T11:58:59.125-07:00Independence Day in the Capital of the First State! ...'MERICA!<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">This week was awesome! We had Zone Training, and the whole first half of the week it consumed us! We really wanted to make sure the missionaries in our zone had a spiritual experience that would motivate them to be exactly obedient, and we wanted them to know of their self worth! We did everything we could on our part to ensure an environment for the spirit. And...we think it went really well! The spirit was very strong, and I know that I learned a lot for sure. We were also lucky enough to have President and Sister Anderson and the Assistants with us! </span><br />
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We also had interviews with President Anderson this week. I cannot tell you how grateful I am for President and Sister Anderson. They do so much to ensure our success and happiness. I am so grateful for their many sacrifices on our behalf. They are so inspired, and meant to be here at this time. </div>
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GUESS WHAT?! This week when the Goldens come in...we'll have 80 SISTERS IN THE MISSION! Yup, you read that right, 80. #sisterpower</div>
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Know that I love my Savior, know that God's plan for us is perfect, and know that if you follow the Spirit, you will never be led astray. The spirit is the single most important element to your personal salvation. I know this to be true.</div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-13700048141430392412014-06-30T11:58:00.000-07:002014-07-07T11:58:26.359-07:00Flip-flip-flip-a-delphia!<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">I know I say this a lot, but this time I really mean it...I have no clue where to start! So much to say and so little time. We don't have a lot of time to write but a picture is worth a thousand words so I sent you a ton! :D </span><br />
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I SPENT TWO DAYS IN PHILLY! Conclusion...not sure if I could actually serve there...I think it would wear me out real quick! But, I'd better keep my mouth shut because transfers are coming up next week! I rode the subway, went to Reading Terminal Market and went to the temple construction site! The sisters there live right on 17th and Spring Garden! It was awesome (: </div>
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Keep on and pray on. Remember that you are not here on this earth to prove your worth, that was set eons ago. You are here to determine where you will spend the eternities. Your individual worth cannot and never will change. I love this Gospel and my Savior more than I can tell you.The Atonement is real. Lean on it, don't let His sacrifice be in vain. Don't do all that you can, and then expect Him to make up the rest, walk with Him every step of the way. Thank you for your prayers, they have been felt. </div>
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This week was amazing! I learned so much that I will cherish for eternity. District meeting was all on Humility. It absolutely changed me. I learned that if my Savior, through the help of His Father in Heaven, performed the Atonement, then there's nothing I can't do without His help too. I think I see the world through different eyes. My perspective has changed and I'm learning about my individual worth, and how that never changes in the eyes of God. We need to see each other's similarities before we see our differences. We are all of equal and important value to our Father in Heaven. Temporal things do not effect our worth, and the adversary will always try to distract us with "vain imaginations" and "self made issues". Your individual worth is permanent. When we remember our origin, it's easy to reach our destiny. When you feel your confidence waning, remember your divinity as a child of the Almighty God.</div>
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This week was full of miracles that I don't even have time to type up! Fret not, they're all in my journal! I want you to know that I know the Atonement of Jesus Christ is real. If we allow Him to, and if we are willing to put in the work, He can change our very natures. I'm not sure how, but I know that He can, because I've experienced it. If we have a desire to change and to become better, then we need to humble ourselves in prayer and ask for help, then get up and work for the change. This is a Gospel of transformation! It will transform YOU! Pray for the strength to influence your surroundings, don't let your surroundings influence you! Be a thermostat, not a thermometer! :D </div>
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An elderly couple in the neighboring ward hosted a Family History fair this weekend! People from the genealogical society in Philadelphia came! AND a lady from Ancestry.com even came and taught classes! I can't wait to do family history and take names to the temple! I've definitely felt the spirit of Elijah and I've gained a love of Family History on my mission. This week I found three relatives on census records that were not on our tree on <a href="http://familysearch.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">familysearch.org</a>!<br />
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-88158301300830435462014-06-02T13:20:00.001-07:002014-06-02T13:20:50.331-07:00tamales <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Time flies when you're having fun. HOW IS IT JUNE?! I swear it was January yesterday... </span><br />
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The Church is true. Joseph Smith was a prophet of God. He was called to restore the Gospel and the Priesthood to the earth. We are so blessed because of his great and lasting sacrifice. I know He saw God and Jesus Christ, the Spirit has born witness of this to me- and for that I am eternally grateful. No one can take my testimony from me. I increase in conversion daily. God is our Father. He is infinitely aware of us. Jesus Christ is our Savior and Redeemer. He is the greatest friend you could ever have. Rely on Him. If you think you can't make it on your own, you're right. You weren't meant to. If you can't learn to rely on Him, "you face a lot of long nights and empty nets". I testify that Jesus is the Christ, and the living Son of the living God.<br />
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-68969305602858523612014-05-19T12:04:00.001-07:002014-05-20T09:59:51.529-07:00I'm livin' the dream!<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">A picture is worth a thousand words! I'm serving and learning from the most amazing people here in Dover, Delaware! I wouldn't want to be anywhere else! Our bishop is incredible, and SO missionary minded! We are really excited to be working with him! </span><br />
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I love serving with and learning from all the marvelous sisters in the PPM! It is such a privilege. I've truly grown to love all of the sisters so much. My setting apart blessing stated that I would learn a different piece of the gospel from every sister that I served with, and I'm so grateful that my calling as a Sister Training Leader is expanding my learning and growth! Traveling around the mission is so incredible! We meet so many wonderful, beaming spirits! </div>
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Today...Sister Argueta is dying my hair! Don't worry, she went to school for this! </div>
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I love you all so much, and I cannot express my gratitude for your love and support. I feel your much needed prayers. Always keep an eye out for the tender mercies of the Lord. They are not random. Mold every character trait you have until it is used to bless others. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-24143128663610536892014-05-12T14:32:00.003-07:002014-05-12T14:32:57.800-07:00"When you choose to follow Christ, you choose to be changed." -Ezra Taft Benson<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">I think I'm stuck in a time machine. </span><br />
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I could be the 4th sequel to Back to the Future! "On the Lord's Errand!" </div>
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Where on earth has the last year of my life gone?!</div>
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First and foremost, I want you to know something. I love my mother. </div>
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Second, I have changed. I have become a new creature. I am not the same person I was one year ago, and for that I am grateful. My perspective has changed, my potential has magnified and my life will never be the same, because of Him. I love the Lord. He is my rock, my brother, my Savior and my very best friend. Through Him and of Him I can do all things, reach any height and accomplish any task. Because of Him, there are no endings, only everlasting beginnings. Through Him, I will become the best I can be and for that I will be eternally grateful. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-43173690691331954922014-05-05T23:12:00.000-07:002014-05-06T17:05:30.157-07:00Happy Mothers Day!<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">This week was amazing! </span><br />
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Zone Conference is this week! I LOVE meetings. I can thank my momma, Sister Earl, for that. The spirit is always so strong at zone meetings. I leave with a headache literally every time. A good, spiritual headache, of course.<br />
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Sister Argueta goes home at the end of this transfer and it's so weird! Missionaries don't go home, their missionaries forever...</div>
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I know that we have a choice to make every day, and that choice is faith. I know that faith is a spiritual gift, that cannot be given immediately, but is something we must <u>strive </u>for and <b>work </b>for. It's something we must labor for. We must earn our faith. We will receive no witness until after a trial of our faith. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-38552589760260479942014-04-28T14:11:00.000-07:002014-04-28T14:11:06.645-07:00Stop the Maddess!<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">This week has been full of laughs, and for that I am grateful! </span><br />
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Let me start by telling you about the time that the only button that was holding up my skirt came off...Yes, this would only happen to me. It was just before we were headed in for the night, and we stopped at our old apartment to check the mail. I got out of the car and by the time I had taken two steps and was halfway to the mailbox...my skirt was to my knees. Fret not, I had a slip on- and it saved the day. The miraculous part is that I caught the skirt before it hit the ground. </div>
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Make sure you re-read all of conference! There is so much we have to learn from the council of the Lord's Prophet and Apostles. We are beyond blessed to have them in our lives and to be able to have constant access to their counsel. </div>
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I love you all and I will talk to you soon! </div>
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Love, </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-70191877733778881652014-04-21T14:44:00.002-07:002014-04-21T14:44:18.998-07:00Heart, might, mind & strength<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">
All I know is that I LOVE living with Sister Zeller and Sister Jolley! </div>
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This week my Mission President asked what my opinion was on some statistics in our mission. His question was thought provoking for me and my response helped me to learn a lot. It is as follows: </div>
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"I think when teaching we act like the things we say are more like good suggestions rather than the only way back to our Heavenly Home. Like Elder Holland teaches, if they don't know the importance of our message then at least we do, and we need to act like it! The Gospel is for everyone, weather or not they are prepared. We need to start being more lovingly persistent I guess. This is not a day-by-day work, it's people's salvation. We can't just teach another restoration lesson, we need to put our heart and soul into everything that we teach. It's hard, and it takes a lot of effort/energy- but this is the time that God has given us to serve Him with all of our heart, might, mind and strength. We need to let these people know how much we really care. And as I've recently learned, actions speak louder than words. I need to apply these things as much as anybody else. It's hard, and I think it will take practice- like exercising a muscle, but it will be worth the effort."</div>
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Brothers and Sisters, the Gospel is more than the happiest way to live a life, it's the only hope for our eternal lives. It is urgent that we share what we know. Do we understand that this is a completely new era in church history?! NOW is the time to hasten the work of salvation. Not<span class="aBn" data-term="goog_2000971210" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">tomorrow</span></span>, not next week or next year- now! This work will go on with or without you. When all is said and done, will you have done your part in hastening the work, or will you leave it for someone else to do? Will your part be one of an observer or a doer? </div>
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I love the Lord Jesus Christ. He is my brother, He is my friend, He is my Savior. Because of Him I can do all things. No task is too great, not mountain too tall. He will always lift me higher than I can ever lift myself. His Atonement gives my heart the capacity to love everyone around me. I miss Him. I can't wait to see my Heavenly Father and my Savior again. </div>
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Search for unplanned opportunities to serve those around you. </div>
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John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-7109127825500424402014-04-14T16:25:00.001-07:002014-04-14T16:32:55.924-07:00Everything I'll ever need to know I'll learn on my mission.<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">
This week was crazy! <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_377626404" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Monday</span></span> to <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_377626405" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Tuesday</span></span> we were in Salisbury, MD with Sisters Andrus and Pike, <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_377626406" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Thursday</span></span> to <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_377626407" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Friday</span></span> we were in Newark 1st with Sisters Wilson and Lewis, and <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_377626408" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Friday</span></span> to<span class="aBn" data-term="goog_377626409" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">Saturday</span></span> we were in Newark 3rd (my last area, whoot whoot!) with Sisters Jensen and Ririe! Then <span class="aBn" data-term="goog_377626410" style="border-bottom-color: rgb(204, 204, 204); border-bottom-style: dashed; border-bottom-width: 1px; position: relative; top: -2px; z-index: 0;" tabindex="0"><span class="aQJ" style="position: relative; top: 2px; z-index: -1;">on Saturday</span></span> we also had Accountability with the Assistants! It was quite a week, and I loved it!<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">This week I had an experience that helped me to learn something that was very profound to me. We were on exchanges and I was in Newark 1st Ward area serving with Sister Lewis for the day. We went to a deaf woman's house to help her clean. Her husband recently had an injury and just came home from the hospital. I'll have you know that neither Sister Lewis or I know ASL...luckily we know how to spell! Well I guess the appointment wasn't scheduled and so we were pretty much just hoping that she would let us in to help her. Well I'm glad she did, because that experience changed me. Brothers and Sisters, </span><u style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">infinitely more important than what you will <i>ever </i>say is what you do.</u><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif;"> As I delicately dusted her cabinets and her china dishes I realized that it was the only way I could communicate my love for her. The only way I could speak to this child of God was through my actions. What you say matters little compared to what you do. What are you doing to show those around you that you love them? How do you treat those around you to let them know that you love them? What do you do to show your Heavenly Father that you love Him? That day I truly learned that actions speak louder than words. </span><br />
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I know that Jesus Christ is my personal Savior and Redeemer. He's paid the price for my sins, weaknesses and even my character-flaws, so that if I repent continually and always turn towards Him I can live with my Heavenly Father again. I know that Jesus Christ lives. I know that He loves me. I invite all of you to share this website/video as much as you can this week. </div>
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<a href="http://easter.mormon.org/" style="color: #1155cc;" target="_blank">http://easter.mormon.org/</a></div>
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This video has the ability to touch the hearts of millions of people. Please use the social media hashtag #BecauseofHim. This is a special week for Christians around the world. Share your testimony of the Savior with everyone!</div>
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I know that it's because of Him that I am given the capacity to serve our brothers and sisters. It's because of Him that I am will be able to live forever. Because of Him there is no end. </div>
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All my love, </div>
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Sister Kadee Elise Taylor</div>
John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3492027573261197503.post-63762931025855411132014-04-07T20:03:00.000-07:002014-04-07T20:03:09.422-07:00God is in the details!<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Life is crazy on the mission! Crazy-awesome! I seriously feel like we never stop working, and I STILL feel like we get nothing done! I do not understand how that happens. We had to type up our WHOLE area book onto the iPads...it took FOREVER. literally. That area book will haunt me for the rest of my life. Between that and going on exchanges/doubling in and entering the area book, I feel like we do nothing else! Transfers are next week so hopefully things will calm down....knock on wood. I love being a missionary! I cannot imagine life if I hadn't chose to serve. It has changed me forever already, and I'm not even done! My perspective before was...so, so small. I had no grasp on what life or eternity held for me. I'm a totally different person. I've learned how dependent I am on the enabling power of the Atonement, and I'm still leaning what that means! I couldn't trade my mission for anything. </span>John Taylorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03685738182624526521noreply@blogger.com0