Alii everyone!

Well it was kind of a hard week…

We have been teaching these three awesome kids “G”, “A” and “D” for the last few weeks, and they are just the best! A few weeks ago, we found out that they would be moving to the Philippines so, their Dad can get better treatment. (he has Parkinson’s disease)

They wanted to get baptized before they left. So, we prayed and we fasted that they would be able to do that.

They have been waiting for someone to lease their house. As soon as they receive the funds they plan to leave so, that their Dad can begin treatment.

We kept teaching them and visiting them and they were finally ready for their baptism this past Friday.

On Wednesday, we found out that the money had come through, and that they would be leaving on Friday, the same day their baptism was scheduled.

They were not able to be baptized now. We went to have our final lesson with them on Thursday and I have never cried so much. I started out fine, but as soon as we walked up to their home, I just lost it. It was very hard.

I have known these three for over a year. They are great; and I know that our Heavenly Father loves them. I know they will find the missionaries in the Philippines.

I prayed all month long, that whatever was best for “G”, “A”, and “D” would happen. I know that all the events that have led up to them leaving now is God’s will. I know has a plan for them. And that he is watching over them.

Something that I have truly come to know on my mission is being willing to submit to the will of God. The definition of exact obedience is: “being willing to put your agency on the alter and submit to the will of God just has a child submits to their father.” This at times is one of the hardest things to do. I know that as we do, we will find that all things work out better than we ever thought they could.

Now, I cannot see the whole plan that God has for “G”, “A” and “D”; and these events may not make a lot of sense to me now, but I know it is the Lord’s will, and he will care for them.

I know that by submitting our will to the Lords, and trusting in his plan and timing, we will find peace and joy every day. We will find comfort in time of trials, and can receive power to avoid temptation. God is our Father. He created us. He knows us. He knows what is best for all his children.

I know this church is true. I know that God lives and loves us. I know that we may not understand all things now. As we simply obey and follow, we will receive truth and light over time, and find that all things were done in the wisdom of him who knoweth all things. God has a plan. it is good. May we continue to trust in him. I know that I do.

SHALL WE NOT GO ON IN SO GREAT A CAUSE?

Love,

Elder Rupp