Week 15 - Simplify and Plan

Hey everyone,
 
       I can't believe it is almost Christmas time.  I am so excited.
I love sharing the Christmas videos and Christmas pass along cards.
It is awesome. It is easier to start a conversation about Jesus Christ
when it is Christmas time.  This week has been pretty great. We have
been busy. Not a ton of progression which kinda stinks. But hey, it
will come.

     I learned this week to simplify.  It makes a huge difference when
teaching to just go to the basics.  It's hard.  We figured out that I
have been to over 6,000 hours of church education. And I want to share
everything I have learned. But that doesn't work. You need to
simplify.  For some people this is the first time learning about
church. They don't want to hear about something complex. But rather,
simplify, and tell the basics. And it will make sense and they will be
able to listen to the spirit and not be confused.
 
     This week I also learned that planning helps to be a better
missionary.  We had a big meeting on it.  It took like 9 hours.  But
hey it works.  When you plan for real you get more accomplished. It is
sweet. And it helps you to reach your goals.  And it works.  Not a ton
of stuff has happened this week. But I have learned a lot. I can't
wait for Christmas.  I hope you all had a good week.  I will write
more next week.

Love, Elder Bigelow