Tyler's last email was only for the family. He had a difficult week so any letters and prayers for him would be much appreciated.
Let me share some personal thoughts regarding missionary service. My personal opinion is that everyone should serve a mission, women if the opportunity is there. A mission is a time of spirtual growth that cannot be gained in any other way. It is extremely difficult, primarily the first six months, when a missionary begins having feelings of unworthiness, fear of failure, homesickness, wondering if they can do it, pressure to make everybody proud, asking why the Lord chose them. Service in the work of the Lord requires humility and the beginning of a mission is the start of that process and letting go of all wordly appetites and passions and turning ones life over to the Lord. This is a time when missionaries are weakest and Satan seeks to discourage them.
Members faith through pray and encouragement can be of great benefit to missionaries. Also welcoming missionaries into members homes and feeding them can help turn a difficult day around. I would encourage all to not only support Tyler but all missionaries and take the opportunity to pray for them and invite them into your homes.
Thank you,
Heidi Sanders
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