Mark 16:15

"Go ye Into all the world and preach the message to every creature." - Mark 16:15

Monday, March 10, 2014

March 10, 2014


Have you ever wonder where you will be when the Savior comes again? I have. And I had one of those crazy moments this past week.

I was taking a shower when the whole house started to shake and rumble. There was a noise that got louder and louder and I was convinced that this was indeed the end of the world. Terrific. I'm in the shower. Of all the places to be! Just hang on a second, Second Coming!!!! As soon as I thought I was going to miss the greatest event in the history of ever, the airplane that was making the huge sound and the house shake flew over head, setting off several car alarms. So no Second Coming yet. Bummer.
I've developed a newfound love for airplanes! They're SO COOL! Since our ward contains the Air Force Base, we see them flying ALL the time. Close enough sometimes where I can see the pilots in the cock pit. Pretty dang cool. The Thunderbirds are my favorite. They do a ton of cool tricks and flips and smoke trails and it's the coolest thing ever.
Also, the Las Vegas Motorway is in our area too so we've had a crazy time combating the huge NASCAR event and the traffic and drunk people that come along with it. But it was super cool because I got to watch some planes write words in the sky for it. Cool stuff.
With all this machinery and inventions and the like, it's really made me ponder on the unimaginable power of our Heavenly Father. He understands how ALL of those things work. He's revealed to us how to make these incredible machines for our benefit. But even cooler than that, He understands how WE work. All of us, every bit of us. I've seen that more and more in my life, especially recently. I'm convinced that He knows what makes me happy and He sends tender mercies in my life that are so subtle, but let me know He's there. I'm so grateful for that. I testify that He loves us and knows us. I know He wants our happiness and that the Gospel of Jesus Christ as restored through the Prophet Joseph Smith is the way to pure joy and happiness. Take care! Be safe and keep the faith!
Elder Norton
P.S. There's a guy sitting at the computer next to me who's been doing a interpretive dance thing at his computer screen for the last 20 minutes. The new age chicken dance or something. Gotta love Las Vegas.

^The writing says "speed freak.com"

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

February 24, 2014


Hello everyone!
Greetings from the Nellis Manor ward in North Las Vegas! This week has been full of getting oriented into a new world. It's exciting. Nellis Manor is thus named because it includes the Nellis Air Force Base. Well named, don't you think? I agree. The base reminds me a lot of home, minus the beautiful mountains and green and life in general. But it's super fun. My companion is Elder Shaw. He's a red head from Washington State, a foot taller than I am, and he's a great missionary. We get along pretty well already, which is a good sign! The members of the ward here really want to do missionary work and so we get the opportunity to show them how. It's going to result in a lot of people getting to hear the wonderful news of the Restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. I can't wait.
The Lord is merciful. We'll be up and running soon and the Lord will bless this area with miracles. I'm sure of it. He wants nothing more than to bless all of his children with all of His blessings. I testify that the Gospel brings peace, direction, and support into our lives. There is an unseen hand that supports us when we need it as we are living righteously. I'm grateful for the gift of the Holy Ghost that was conferred upon me by a man holding the authority to do so. I'm grateful for the priesthood and righteous families. There is so much good in this world. And minus the tupperware full of scorpions that the last missionary here left on top of the ceiling fan (no idea why), I think this place will be full of pleasant surprises. All my best to you. If you need help, go to the Lord. Search the scriptures, pray, and go to church. Those things bring revelation to our lives. Keep up the good work! Talk to you next week!!!
Elder Norton