-This was a note James shared with me, that he sent to one of his leaders who has been a huge influence for good in James' life -- indeed, in the lives of all who know him: .......
"You are a model to follow. My
companion has been a little under the weather recently, so we have not
gotten out as much. I am deffinately not the best missionary, but you
and my last companion (who has just gone AP this transfer) have really
ingrained in me what President Hinkley's father told him, "forget
yourself and go to work." My companion is a good guy and a great
missionary, but I'm really striving for charity and humility so that I
know what things I need to push for and what things I shouldn't - since
sometimes I feel more motivated than him. I'm deffinately not better -
just want to work hard! So we're meeting in the middle.
I know that
God is watching over your family for sure. Your family truly
feels like you are all living up to your potential. The Gospel of Jesus
Christ, when practiced, makes the home a safe haven and a refuge from
the forces of the outside world. I love whenever I find a family like
yours out here in the South Dakota Rapid City Mission.
I have already learned so much here on the mission. One
very important thing I learned is that we cannot create
miracles/powerful lessons/blessings from heaver, however, we can do the
best we can to anticipate. God will ultimately decide the outcome of
every effort to bring others to His fold. Some people will choose God
and some will not. However, as we do all we can, we can rest assured
that we will not miss any miracles that God has prepared for us.
I love you Brother L,
Your friendship and leadership has been an anchor for me.
Elder James Reinhardt"From the tender heart of a grateful and blessed mother -- Thanks to You and your family Brother L.....and all those who have been a force for good in our family's lives. - James' mom
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