Letter from October 31, 2008

Mom’s note—John leaves on Tuesday, 4 November, not Wednesday, 5 November.

31 October 2008

Hi family!

Well, this is my last Preparation Day in the MTC! My, how time flies here!

This last Tuesday we had the opportunity to hear from Elder L. Tom Perry. I think I was quite fortunate to hear from 3 people from the first presidency and quorum of the twelve apostles while I was here. The first week we heard from President Uchtdorf, a few weeks back we heard from Elder Scott, and then Tuesday we heard from Elder Perry. How blessed we are to have prophets on the earth today to lead and guide the church!

Well, on Sunday, Elder Utley and I went to the Referral Center. While we were there I received a call. I answered the phone, and the man on the other line started ripping into the church, and talking about how he had had a vision too, etc. I bore testimony as strong as I ever have in my life. I was overcome with the spirit, and knew, without a doubt, that this church is true. Even now, as I think back to the experience, I feel the spirit in abundance. The best thing we can do when people have doubts or make fun of our church is to stand up bold, and testify. That's really all that can be done. It was pretty amazing, I felt like Abinadi testifying before King Noah of the things he knew. I actually just read about that account the other day, and found out how much I really admire and love Abinadi.

Anyway, the work moves forward. I love you all!

Happy Halloween! I'm sad I missed the party, but that's alright, I had more important things to do.

Thank you for all of your support.

Les amo!

Con amor,

Elder Meservy