Week 33 - March 10, 2026 - Koiwa

This week has hit an all time record for the number of "no's" that I have received, and I am very excited about it! It has been the hardest week of streeting yet, but the miracles that difficulty leads to are sweeter than any hardship we have faced.


Highlights:
-awesome DCM
-Had an amazing Music Night with lots of friends! 
-Met Gustavo 4 times
-Had a referral come to church the day that we met him
-Transfer announcements! (I'm staying and training someone new!)
-Had some awesome iekei ramen

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After finding out that I would be training this next transfer, I have clearly been nervous, insecure, and surprised. But what has surprised me even more is the peace that I have felt as soon as I thought about working with a new missionary. 

John 14:27:

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

The peace that comes from knowing that we are doing what we can to draw closer to the Savior, so that his grace may be sufficient for us (Ether 12:27), has filled me with peace! I would be the first one to tell you of my many weaknesses, and definitely feel that they are helping me be humble. Humility has been the gate for letting Christ fill in the gaps in my missionary work, and I know he can do the same for you! 

I pray with and for you during times of stress, uncertainty, trouble, or worry that you may study the love of the Savior.

The new Easter video "Jesus Christ's Greater Love for You" is a beautiful illustration of how much he loves you.

I love you guys! Have a wonderful week!

Elder Wardle



Location: Shinkoiwa, Katsushika City, Tokyo 124-0024, Japan

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