My dear Ward Missionaries. I hope so much that this past week was wonderful for you and your family. I hope that you have felt the love of Jesus Christ increase in your heart and in your homes.

Below is a picture of a tree that over time overcame the strength and hardness of a rock to eventually break through and flourish. It has such a wonderful message for each of us. That is what this life is all about. Planting seeds, it is our decision if we are planting good or bad, God like seeds or evil seeds throughout our lives.

Remember we have an adult dinner on Feb 16^th at 6 pm.  If you can’t find a babysitter then one of you please come and get dinner to take home to your wife/husband.  Wish all of you could come.  Thank you so much for those who are willing to bake some potatoes, that will help so much.  I will bring you the potatoes and aluminum foil pieces to wrap them in if you desire.

I invite you to watch this video. Its about 20 minutes long. It moves from what does it mean to believe in Jesus. To Why Believe Jesus. Only one mans opinion, but he testifies so much of Jesus Christ. That which we all should be doing. In voice, anad in actions. In love and kindness. I hope you enjoy it.

Of course, as we focus a little on missionary work, it is those friendships, those moments of acquaintance, the taking of a plate of cookies, helping with a project. Watching another’s kids, so many ways to plant seeds just a wave, a smile, saying hello.  Simple, simple things to do to plant the Lords Garden in this ward.

You might or might not be around long enough to see the fruit of these plantings. But I’m pretty sure that the day will come when those who eventually accepted the gospel will greet you with untold gratitude. What a glorious reunion that will be!!

Pray for miracles, pray for charity, pray for discernment, pray for wisdom. Most of all pray to develop that true conversion to Jesus Christ.

I’m grateful for each of you and your willingness to try to develop these friendships. Only 30 minutes a week and great are the rewards. Plant those seeds. As you plant in others, the Lord will plant new seeds in you also. God bless each of you. 

Please let me either personally, by individual text or email or phone call know how you are doing. I really appreciate those of you who have communicated with me.  It is very helpful in letting the bishop know of the flock he has stewardship over. If there is there anything I can do to help you or your families with, please do not hesitate to let me know. 

The Lord is your ultimate companion and I testify that as you go about His work, He will be with you.

Love each of you

Steve Larsen

801-380-8307

sglarsen@gmail.com