Seth, don't give up. Your mission is unique in the fact that you can't go door-to-door. But, if you keep faithful, you will find the people you need to when they need you.
Just watch and learn. You don't have to know how to be a great missionary now. Be patient with yourself while you're learning. Humility is a virtue and I'm sure you are feeling quite humble right now. That's by design! Then, you'll learn that the Lord is really behind this work and that the Spirit is the teacher. You're just the instrument.
Find common ground with people. Don't get frustrated if things don't happen as quickly as you want them to. Try new things. Food poisoning isn't forever.
Don't have any good advice. You are already having a great attitude, and working as hard as you can, and smiling a lot. Thanks for being inspiring to me!!!
Find ways to relate to everyone you meet. Common ground is very important when it comes to working with companions, investigators, mission leadership, etc.
I don't think I really have any advice about missions or Indonesia- what with not really having any experience with either one- but good ol' Google can always help there:
"Rabies exists in domestic and wild animals. There are many street dogs in Bali and elsewhere. You should avoid direct contact with all dogs and cats (including pets), monkeys and other animals and seek immediate help if you’re bitten or scratched."
Enjoy the amazing experience of seeing how other people live outside of the US...I'm sure it will be life changing! Embrace the foods and cultures--I'm so excited and a little jealous!
If there are large insects sharing your living quarters, name them. It makes them seem less terrifying. Then they're like pets--that you kill on purpose.
I have never been on a mission but the advice I would give keep working hard even when you feel discouraged or overwhelmed. You can do hard things, Seth!
Look to serve others. Whether that be your companion, a missionary with whom you are doing splits, a member, or an investigator, look for ways that you can bless their life. It will help you feel the Spirit and less homesick also ;)
Look to serve others, that's why you're there. Make an effort to be a genuine friend to the people of Indonesia. You can plant the seeds of conversion, and that doesn't always start with a conversation about the church.
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ReplyDeleteSeth, don't give up. Your mission is unique in the fact that you can't go door-to-door. But, if you keep faithful, you will find the people you need to when they need you.
ReplyDeleteJust watch and learn. You don't have to know how to be a great missionary now. Be patient with yourself while you're learning. Humility is a virtue and I'm sure you are feeling quite humble right now. That's by design! Then, you'll learn that the Lord is really behind this work and that the Spirit is the teacher. You're just the instrument.
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ReplyDeleteKeep doing what you do Seshky (Seth)
Find common ground with people. Don't get frustrated if things don't happen as quickly as you want them to. Try new things. Food poisoning isn't forever.
ReplyDeleteDon't have any good advice. You are already having a great attitude, and working as hard as you can, and smiling a lot. Thanks for being inspiring to me!!!
ReplyDeleteFood poisoning can definitely be forever, Becca.
ReplyDeleteFind ways to relate to everyone you meet. Common ground is very important when it comes to working with companions, investigators, mission leadership, etc.
I don't think I really have any advice about missions or Indonesia- what with not really having any experience with either one- but good ol' Google can always help there:
ReplyDelete"Rabies exists in domestic and wild animals. There are many street dogs in Bali and elsewhere. You should avoid direct contact with all dogs and cats (including pets), monkeys and other animals and seek immediate help if you’re bitten or scratched."
So there you go. Avoid animals=avoid rabies.
Enjoy the amazing experience of seeing how other people live outside of the US...I'm sure it will be life changing! Embrace the foods and cultures--I'm so excited and a little jealous!
ReplyDeleteIf there are large insects sharing your living quarters, name them. It makes them seem less terrifying. Then they're like pets--that you kill on purpose.
ReplyDeleteI have never been on a mission but the advice I would give keep working hard even when you feel discouraged or overwhelmed. You can do hard things, Seth!
ReplyDeleteLook to serve others. Whether that be your companion, a missionary with whom you are doing splits, a member, or an investigator, look for ways that you can bless their life. It will help you feel the Spirit and less homesick also ;)
ReplyDeleteBe humble and follow the Spirit and have faith the Lord will bless you.
ReplyDeleteLook to serve others, that's why you're there. Make an effort to be a genuine friend to the people of Indonesia. You can plant the seeds of conversion, and that doesn't always start with a conversation about the church.
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