This week has been really wonderful! So many things happened, and it was really incredible to see the Lord´s hand in our work.
We had another baptism! His name is Ruy, and he´s a friend of a member. We´ve been teaching him for a bit, and his conversion is amazing! He has had lots of problems in the past--with family, with addictions, with lots of things. But he has made huge changes in his life because of his firm testimony in Christ. Ruy has felt the Lord´s influence in his life since he was little, but when he invited him to be baptized, he got so excited and was so ready to leave toxic things behind him. I know that change is hard for everyone, but that when we focus our eyes on Christ, that is when we can make necessary changes so we can be His disciples. We can leave addictions, hurt feelings, and problems in the past as we strive towards the outstretched hand of Christ. Ruy´s baptism was beautiful, there were lots of people to support him there, and we felt the spirit so strongly--he left the water with tears of joy in his eyes at the prospect of leaving this old life behind him. What a testimony builder for me and my companion!!
We´re planning another baptism for this Saturday as well! His name is Brás and his cousin is a member. He has such a strong testimony, and we´re just working out the details so he can gain his key to enter into the kingdom of heaven! I´m so grateful I have for the opportunity to help people come unto Christ and follow his perfect example!
I love you all so much!! Have a marvelous week!!
Sister Carlson
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