Had another investigator drop us last week. It was the old man Elder Boehner and I found in the park that had the near death experience. When Elder Kelso and I went to meet with him on Thursday he pretty much just wanted to bash... in a kind way. He wanted to show us what he has conflicts with and there was no real way to help him because he stated he was a Christian-scientist.... someone who will just justify their reasoning with either side. Kind of sad he dropped us.... but that's okay, sake off our feet and run to other people god has prepared for us. All we gotta do is... our part, find them.
On a different note, I decided this past week that missionary work and the missionary lifestyle is a lot more different and difficult than anyone could imagine until you experience it yourself. We get looked at differently and treated differently just because we wear white shirts and ties and talk to people about Jesus. It was pretty funny, on... I think Saturday we went to the park to talk to the typical "stoner" friends we see every week. They make poor life decisions but they all still are great kids (they are teenagers). But, it was funny because when we started walking toward them and they saw us coming... a few of the kids that aren't normally there got up and walked away. Until we talked to the ones we knew for a good 10-15 minutes and they came back wondering how we're casually talking with teenagers that constantly smoke weed. They were able to realize we aren't all that bad and we were normal people ourselves.
Even though some of those kids have made bad decisions... it's never to late to turn to god... never. I wish more of his children would know that. Sunday night Elder Kelso, some other missionaries, and I were talking about how God's love works. We talked about how man people use the word unconditional to describe it and it isn't exactly the right word. Because I/we believe he can and does love his children differently. He loves the child more if they follow his commandments rather than if they don't. But that doesn't mean he doesn't love the child who does not obey him. God will never hate any of his children. I think the word to describe God's love for us is perfect. He loves us perfectly. The amount of love for us will always be perfect. I'm so grateful I have a god who loves me and loves each of you. I hope you learn how to feel that throughout your week and throughout your life. He really does care for you. I love you all and miss you. Hope you have a fantastic week!
Love Elder Larson
Random pic with little kittens at a members house!
Sneak peak of today: Looking for a 4 leaf clover
Sneak peak of today part 2: Found a 4 lead clover
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