Conversations with very-recently returned missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints discussing changes of heart, spiritual growth, change, and challenges from their missions.
To help you remember the feelings brought on by connecting with God that inspired you to make enduring positive changes.
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Conversations with very-recently returned missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints discussing changes of heart, spiritual growth, change, and challenges from their missions.
To help you remember the feelings brought on by connecting with God that inspired you to make enduring positive changes.
https://www.alma526.com
In this episode of the 'Can You Feel So Now?' podcast, host Justin Barton speaks with Samuel Spencer, a recently returned missionary of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Samuel shares his experiences from serving in West Africa in the Benin, Cotonou Mission, discussing cultural shocks, his efforts to consecrate himself to missionary work, and the personal challenges he faced, including a traumatic event close to the end of his mission. He talks about the importance of setting daily purposes, the impact of the gospel on his life, and the lessons learned from the distinct phases of his mission. The discussion also dives into the significance of service, maintaining faith during hardships, and adapting to life post-mission while staying focused on spiritual goals.
00:00 Introduction and Host's Gratitude
00:26 Meet Samuel Spencer
00:40 Samuel's Background and Hobbies
01:44 Playing Guitar on the Mission
03:05 Mission Location and Language
04:54 Cultural Adjustments in West Africa
08:04 Open-Mindedness and Adaptability
14:09 Consecration and Mission Goals
17:59 Daily Purpose and Journaling
23:00 Challenges and Perseverance
24:44 A Traumatic Experience in Africa
25:48 Support Systems and Coping Mechanisms
26:51 Reevaluating Life's Purpose
28:29 Impact of Medical Training on Future Goals
29:49 Lessons Learned: Letting God Prevail
32:58 The Power of Service and Scripture
40:55 Post-Mission Challenges and Reflections
47:42 Testimony and Final Thoughts
If you or someone you know and love has very recently returned from their mission and would like to record a similar conversation, please send an email to alma526rm@gmail.com and we will line it up.
If you have felt a desire to make a change in your life due to anything said in this conversation, I invite you to get out and do something about it now, so that when the questions is asked, "Can You Feel So Now?", you can answer with a resounding YES!
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Can You Feel So Now?
Conversations with very-recently returned missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints discussing changes of heart, spiritual growth, change, and challenges from their missions.
To help you remember the feelings brought on by connecting with God that inspired you to make enduring positive changes.
https://www.alma526.com
