preparing people for baptism can be stressful, but in the end it is
so totally worth it. kristina, the most amazing investigator i have
ever had, was baptized this week. it was a wonderful service. we had the
baptism in a hotel pool here in banska. i had the honor of performing
the baptism. kristina had a smile on her face throughout the entire
baptismal service. it was an amazing experience. i'm so glad that elder
macneish and i have been able to help kristina. i have waited so long
for something like this, but it was definitely worth the wait. ever
since i came to banska bystrica i have just wanted to give the branch
something to be excited about--something to cheer them up and make them a
little more enthusiastic. i knew that baptizing a very prepared
individual would probably suffice. all we needed was a miracle--you
know--that's all. kristina was that miracle. yesterday we had fast and
testimony meeting. elder macneish comfirmed kristina and then the time
came for testimonies. my eyes began to fill with tears as i saw kristina
get up and approach the pulpit. the water works started coming in full
measure as she said how thankful she is that she met the missionaries,
and that she is happier and closer to God than she has ever been. i
don't know if i've ever felt so happy in my life. and just knowing how
happy i feel after having seen kristina get baptized i can only imagine
how Heavenly Father must feel. i'm so glad taht i've been able to work
in this wonderful city with these wonderful people. the transfer comes
in about 2 weeks. it's going to be really hard to get on the train and
leave.
ahoj'te
sam
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