Dear Mom,
It feels weird that I am finally a missionary. It hasn't taken me long at all to adjust to being called "Elder Layton"! It was weird at first, but now I would almost feel weird being called by my first name. I suppose though, that is part of Heavenly Father's plan. I have almost forgotten my name, and with that have forgotten about myself, my struggles and just all of the materialistic things I once cared about. All that matters now is our Lord Jesus Christ, and the people of Dallas Texas. Since I have been here, I have felt such a change in myself, and my behavior. I am definitely still not as humble as I need to be, but I have been humbled and truly love this work.
Everbody I have been around has just changed me. My companion (Elder Fisher), who is an amazing guy. I am lucky to have such a solid missionary companion! Also, President Calder, my branch president is also very amazing. I am so excited to get to know him better the next few days. We already have a strong bond and I can not wait to learn so much more from him. I hope you know that I love you so much Mom, and appreciate all you have done for me, and I miss you.
Love, Elder Layton
Dear Dad,
I just want to let you know how much I love and look up to you! You are such an amazing man and I am very grateful to have you as my father. I have already been having the best time of my life! I could have never imagined how great this would be to forget who I am and serve the Lord! My companion (Elder Fisher) and I are both going to the Dallas, Texas Mission. I kind of hope that he and I are going to be companions in the field! He is such and incredible Elder and he is going to do great things! I have been surrounded by such great people. They all come from different places and different circumstances, but are all united in helping change people's lives. My branch president said something to me tonight I doubt I will ever forget, He told me that this world is one generation from apostacy. It depends on us as members to prevent that. We need to act now and give of ourselves!
I love you Dad and miss you very much.
Love,
Elder Layton
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