Week 84 - Holding ourselves to a higher standard

Interesting week this last week. We came off of the last week ready to go and then digressed a little bit this last week due to appointments constantly falling through. It was kind of a bummer. I noticed an incredible principle though. Elder Speer and I, around Thursday or so, were talking about how our week so far had been kind of crummy. We knew we were doing what we were supposed to be doing and working hard but the results weren't where we thought they should be. We then looked at our totals as far as numbers go for that week and realized we were right on track for a "normal week" in the Hanford area. We were shocked.

The line from Preach My Gospel came to mind that says (roughly), "When you lower your expectations your effectiveness decreases". This works for the opposite as well. When you raise your expectations and your vision your effectiveness increases. We have started holding ourselves to a higher standard of missionary work and in turn think the work is "crummy" if we are not hitting that expectation. I feel like I didn't explain that super well but I hope you understood what I was trying to say! haha. Basically just that when you raise your vision you raise the average quality and effectiveness of your work by default.

I also realized how much more I need to rely on the Lord. I have loved my studies as of late as I have studied some in the Old Testament. It is amazing to me how much the prophets of old relied on the Lord. They went to him for all things and always acknowledged His hand in the miracles and blessings they saw. I know that it is the exact same with this work. It is so essential for us to rely on the Lord. He is the one who is going to make this work go forward. Our job is to be worthy, obedient, committed and focused enough to be a part of that work. I love my Savior and all that He's done for me. It's amazing to me how inadequate I am for the things He has called me to do. In the same breath, it is amazing to me how strong I am with His help and His guidance.

Hope y'all have an amazing week and love y'all so much!

Love,

Elder Robertson

An awesome rainbow we saw! Sorry I haven't been very good at taking pictures.... I'll try to take more haha