Following HIS Plan

"Our life didn’t begin at birth and won’t end at death. Because God cares about us, we don’t need to wander through life, wondering where we came from, who we are, and what we should be working toward.

Instead, our lives can have direction because Heavenly Father created a plan we can follow to return to live with Him. It’s called the plan of salvation or the plan of happiness, and it’s like a map charting our course.
If we follow God’s direction, we’ll make it to our destination. Those who follow this plan are promised “immortality and eternal life,” or unending happiness with God and our families in heaven. This is what God wants for all of us.
God’s plan for us is simple to understand, but it takes a lifetime to follow. Following the plan of happiness is easier when we do the simple things, like reading the scriptures, going to church, praying, and serving as Jesus served. Following God’s plan takes faith and work, but it is worth it now and will be in eternity."

Part of following God's plan is being baptized (like Jesus Christ was) into His Church. Missionaries from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints have been teaching the Matos Family the Gospel and they recently decided to be baptized. We are so excited for them and their desire to follow their Savior! It's not often you get the opportunity to see an entire family be baptized on the same day. It was really special!

The Matos family with Elder Krupa right before their baptism

Brett and I were asked to speak at their Baptismal service. It was neat to be able to study and prepare a few things to say to them about Baptism and the Gift of the Holy Ghost. A great reminder of the promises and gifts we received when we were baptized. After their baptisms, they invited everyone over to their home for dinner. They sure know how to host! Always lots and lots of yummy food! ;) Thanks for letting us share in your special day! We love you guys!