Every week is amazing...

Every week out here is so amazing! Even though every week we have
somewhat of the same routine, every week is so different and I learn
completely different things, I love it. So this week we were able to
teach Olis about the law of chastity and it was one of my favorite
lessons I have taught so far. We were able to share a Mormon message
called "Watch your step." In the video Jeffery R. Holland talks about
how one decision can have a big impact on our lives, especially when
it comes to the law of chastity. It was a really cool lesson and she
was so happy to know that God has given us that commandment because
she wants the best for her little boy and that is something that will
give him a good home life growing up. She is super ready to be
baptized, she is just talking it over with her husband. She also came
to church and loved it, the gospel of Jesus Christ is really
transforming her life :)

Well we have had a lot of rain this past week and it was fun to
bike while it was pouring but we were able to teach lots of pool
because we went out through the rain so it made it worth it. I don't
have a lot of time this week but I want to share a scripture that I
found that I really love.

"Abstain from all appearance of evil"
(1 Thessalonians 5:22)

I love this scripture because there are so many things that may not be
"bad" in this life but give off an appearance of evil or ungodliness.
We are all children of a loving Heavenly Father and I think for that
reason alone we need to have that higher standard or abstaining from
even the appearance of evil things. As a missionary I have to be extra
cautious of this to gain and keep the trust with members and
investigators. But I know this scripture applies to everyone, so I
invite all of you to follow this scripture and I know as you do you
will have a refreshing sense of the divine purpose that our Heavenly
Father has for us and our potential in this life and in the life to
come. I love you all, keep us the awesome mission work with your
friends, family, and neighbors. I enjoy hearing of all your successes
in sharing the gospel with those around you.

Love,
Elder Hyde