Steaming Melbourne

Dearest family and friends,

Hope everyone had a good week.  I was a very good week for us.  We actually taught the most than I have on my entire mission.  It was a great blessing with all of this hot weather.  Don't worry.  I was still outside for my share.  Haha.  I spent most of Thursday in the 42 C weather.  I was on splits with the Elder Smith, one of my zone leaders.  It was a really good time, but not as many people seemed to be interested in the hot weather.  That's alright.  I still feel our efforts brought some success though.  We walked around a little bit with a sign saying, "Who Wrote the Book of Mormon?  Answer right for a FREE COPY."  To say the least, it was a blast.  I already feel like the missionary tag gives greater comfort in talking to people, the sign even more so.  Good times.  Good times.  

I actually went to the Australian Open this week.  It saw several matches.  The sun was burning bright, but it was pretty awesome to be able to see professional tennis players play up close.  The amount of power they had was amazing.  One of the serves was clocked at 216 kph.  That is pretty fast.  

I did see some miracles this week.  The person we have been teaching this past couple weeks has decided to follow all of the commandments. It has been such a pleasure and privilege for Elder Pham and I to teach her.  We heard her say an audible prayer after not having heard one for several weeks.  It was amazing to just know by sincerity, trust and conviction, the strength of her relationshiop that she has with Father in Heaven.  It was amazing.  I desire greatly to have this type of experience many more times on my mission, but throughout my life.  I love missionary work.  We do not always see the results or impact of day after day going out to the streets to talk to people about the gospel of Jesus Christ, but it is all totally worth it.  

Sorry my email is short this week.  The Australian Open took more time than anticipated.  Hope all is well.  I love you all so much.  

There is certainly a person in Melbourne that loves you and admires you very much.  

Jonathan