Elder HJones: "Joy is a Gift for the Faithful"

So this morning I was reading THIS TALK by Pres. Nelson, entitled "Joy and Spiritual Survival." And I found something that stood out to me. It says:

"If we look to the world and follow its formulas for happiness, we will never  know joy. The unrighteous may experience any number of emotions and   sensations, but they will never experience joy! Joy is a gift for the faithful. It  is the gift that comes from intentionally trying to live a righteous life, as  taught by Jesus Christ."

I can testify of this as I have seen it on the mission. I have worked with people who changed their lives to experience the joy that comes through the gospel. And I have also worked with people who only want to experience the emotions and sensations of the world. Like Pres. Nelson says, "Joy is a gift for the faithful." And it truly is, joy enters our life if we are faithful.

This week we are working with Wilson and Ana. They both have felt the Spirit and know that they need to get baptized. But fears and doubts stop them. Pray that they can overcome them and that we can help them experience the joy of this gospel.

Con amor, Elder Jones

Elder ZJones: Semana de Blanco

We had the baptism of the Guzman Family! It was such a huge blessing to see the progress they have made day by day! I can tell you that members participating in missionary work, works! We passed by with members everyday to help the Guzmans feel the spirit with those in the ward. They have learned to love the gospel and have many friends who are now helping them. They invited their family to come and there were about 30 extended family members at the baptism!

We had zone conference this past week! We talked about the power and authority that we have as missionaries and the Importance of the Book of Mormon. If we study, ponder, and teach with the Book of Mormon, we will not only gain a testimony, but know how to share it with others and what to say. Share the Book of Mormon!

This week we are working with Carlos Gonzalez. He wants to get baptized. His brothers are members but his father doesn't want him to be baptized. We will be praying to help him. We are working with Milagros as well. We are preparing her for the 26th of January. We will also be using the Guzman Family so that they can share the new things that they learned with there family members! And they are excited to enter the temple! I love this gospel and know its true!

Have a great week!! Love You All!

Elder Jones