My Thai Missionary: Mission Life in Khon Kaen

On our way to visiting contacts

[In my scripture reading] I finally got to the Helaman chapters of the Book of Mormon, and this morning I got to read in Helaman 5, which is definitely a favorite of mine. I want to point out 2 specific verses that I read and feel prompted to share with you.

7 Therefore, my sons, I would that ye should do that which is good, that it may be said of you, and also written, even as it has been said and written of them.

8 And now my sons, behold I have somewhat more to desire of you, which desire is, that ye may not do these things that ye may boast, but that ye may do these things to lay up for yourselves a treasure in heaven, yea, which is eternal, and which fadeth not away; yea, that ye may have that precious gift of eternal life, which we have reason to suppose hath been given to our fathers.

The two main reasons I want to share this is because 1) always be a good example to others so that you can help lift others up instead of tear them down and 2) focus on having the right reasons for doing things. The biggest temptation in this world is pride, and I never realized exactly how apparent it is until I came on my mission. Even now, I have to kick myself and remember to let go of my pride. For example, it's important not to do things just to look good in front of others or post on the internet. Being an example to others and sharing posts aren't bad things, but they can be if our hearts aren't in the right places. I'm still telling myself this too.

I love you all and hope you have a great week.