Update

Tony (The man who got baptized July 1 had to quit smoking as well... he bore a simple but powerful testimony yesterday in church as he said that since he has been baptized, he has no more cravings to smoke..."I still keep a pocket full of candies though," he said with a big grin. I love this work. It is hard but it is worth it!!

There is a part in the Joseph Smith movie that gets be every time. Its at the part where the people are building the temple and Joseph says..."We're not just building a temple here... God is building us..." WOW... There is not a line that could describe how I feel more. I am not just trying to build other people here... As I do it.. Heavenly Father is truly building me. I am grateful for all the sacrifices my loved ones are making at home to make it possible for me to be here. I know that they will be blessed for their sacrifice. I love the gospel. I love seeing the happiness and peace it brings people. Missionary work is not about forcing people to believe in what you believe and do what you do. It is about loving others and teaching truth by the spirit. Only THEN will others have the desire to change.

I love you all and hope that you are continuing to build your testimonies every day. We are so blessed for all that we have. The Gospel, a nice home, air conditioning, loving families, solid friends, opportunities for education, the knowledge that families can be together forever. We are truly a blessed people. Remember that every day! :)

I love this work and am grateful to be serving here in Yuba City! They truly are "My People's" here!

With love,

Sister Sydney Tittle