Bonjour a tous!
Hello! I hope that everyone is doing well. I am doing pretty well myself. These past few weeks have been alright, nothing too crazy, but I'll jump right into it.
These past few weeks, we've been preparing some people for their baptisms. We had a service for one young man, Gedeon, but not for anyone else this past weekend. They're not ready yet, but they will be soon. We also got transfer news, and to no surprise, Elder Allison and I are staying together, to finish his training.
I had an exchange this past week with Elder Hansen, a zone leader. He is really awesome, and probably the nicest guy I've ever met in my life. He taught me a lot, and we had a great day, and worked really hard.
This week I will officially 18 months on my mission, a big milestone. I remember getting here to Togo, at about 5 months, wondering if I'd ever get to the end of my mission haha. I saw the guys that had 18+ months and thought, ''I'll never be there'' but here I am! It's crazy how the mission can change your perspective on something. I remember at the beginning, just wanting to be done already, to now, not knowing if I'll have enough time to finish everything I need to do.
I love all of you, just as our Heavenly Father loves us. I was reading a talk this last week, written by Richard G. Scott, that talks a lot about the Atonement. He says, ''The Redeemer will safely lead you over the most difficult obstacles of life. His laws are absolutely secure anchors of protection that dispel fear and assure success in an otherwise dangerous world. Such a life will certainly provide you peace and happiness.''
I think a lot of times we think of commandments, or rules, as laws, only there to tell us not to do, and we may even think of them as restricting. Here, we can realize that His laws ensure success, and protection that can lead to everlasting joy in our lives. I know that as we follow His example, we will have this happiness and joy, without end.
I know our Savior lives and is there to lead, and guide us today.
I hope you all have a great day, and week ahead of you,
Elder Orchard
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