I can really only try to explain my week in a story that I heard this past week. It goes:
A man passed away, was resurrected, and was waiting in a room to be interviewed. Another man was ahead of him. The door opened, the first man entered, and the door closed. The man on the outside could hear the conversation on the other side of the door. The interviewer began: "I would like you to tell me what you think about Jesus Christ."
"Well, he was born of a virgin in Bethlehem. He lived 33 years or so, spending the last three in His ministry organizing His church, choosing His apostles to direct it, giving the Gospel to direct our lives."
The interviewer stopped him and said, "Yes, that is all true, but I want you to tell me what you think of Christ."
"Well, He was tortured and crucified that we might have eternal life. Three days later He was resurrected that we might return to our Heavenly Father."
"Yes, that us true, but tell me what you think of Jesus Christ."
The man paused, a little perplexed now, and then continued: "Well, He restored the gospel in its fullness to the earth through Joseph Smith. He reorganized His church, gave us temples wherein we might do work to redeem our dead. He gave us family prayer and family home evening where we might unite with our families. He gave us the priesthood to heal the sick and personal ordinances for our salvation and exaltation."
The interviewer again stopped him and said, "Thank you. All of what you said to me is true."
The man was then invited to leave the room. After he left, the door opened and the second man entered. As he approached the interviewer, his eyes opened wide. He fell upon his knees and cried, "My Lord, My God."
I saw and felt my Savior more than I ever have this past week. I can feel Him helping and walking with me daily. I'm am so grateful for this past Easter season and the feelings of gratitude, love, and compassion that I have experienced. God is too good.
We had the opportunity to go to the temple this past week. It really is the house of the Lord. The power and spirit I felt while inside was overwhelming. It was truly amazing to be in the Lord's house and feel His presence.
There were miracles flowing all week. From finding a new family of 5 from Iran that wants to learn more this week to having sincere prayers that have changed my life; this week was a blessing. I am eternally grateful for this divine opportunity I have to serve. It truly has blessed me in ways I didn't know were possible. God is at the helm and is blessing me continually.
Jesus is the Christ. His gospel inspires and uplifts. We just have to keep trying and let Him take the lead. I'm overwhelmed with His grace. I know He lives. I know He can heal. I love Him because He loves me. I worship Him because I want to be like Him. I love this work.
I love you all and am praying for your success. God bless and make this week a great one!!
Elder Jarrett Pinster
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