Life update

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 What's up everyone!


Bolivia has been going crazy, not with blockades and street riots anymore, just with a bunch of people who want to hear the message of the restored gospel and it's awesome. 

Sometimes my companion and I don't have a ton of time to look for people in our area with everything we have to do, but it amazes me how the members here are so willing to being their friends to church and introduce us to them and help teach all the way until their baptism. We have seen so many miracles this way, if you have friend that isn't a member, or even less-active, introduce them to the missionaries because it helps everyone out. 

My companion and I have just started our 3rd transfer together and we are thriving. We have also become the 911 for our ward when it comes to someone not showing up in the ward and we just get talks and lessons thrown at us, but that's what we are here for so we do it with a smile.

Yesterday we had one of those experiences and were able to talk about giving thanks and the grace of God. It was actually awesome. I still despise giving talks and talking in public, but when God is on your side it's a whole lot easier. Recognizing how the atonement covers literally every single thing in our lives is super incredible. Not just when we make a mistake, or sin, but all the unjust stuff too. All the pains and feelings we've ever felt. Knowing we are not alone brings a lot of peace, and changes people's lives. I love seeing people lighten up when they start to understand it. Look for how you can use the atonement in your life to make it better

Also enjoy the world cup, I need updates

Elder Holdstock







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