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Cock Fights and the Gospel

 Hey Yall,

I hope everyone is doing well! This week has been really good! It has been filled with challenges and a whole lot of joy! So lets get into it! This week I have learned the proper technique for cock fighting. Here in the Philippines, they prize their Roosters haha. And the President of our Branch is no different. He buys special shampoo, special food to make it strong, has a leash for it, and even sharpens his nails. Since I have been here I have seen my fair share of Chicken Fighting but this week my Branch President invited me to watch his match. He talked me through step by step, taught me the rules of Chicken Fights and how to win. And he knows what he is talking about... He won haha. But yes, that is a big form of entertainment here in the Philippines haha. 

This week I have been trying my best to really dive into the Gospel of Jesus Christ, And how it applies in God's plan for us. It has been so wonderful to understand on a deeper level the impact that the Gospel of Jesus Christ can have on our lives. Through the Gospel of Jesus Christ and His Atonement I know that we can experience joy in this life and in the life to come. That we can feel a true peace everyday. And that Jesus Christ can strengthen and support us in our trials. It truly is amazing. But that is it for this week. Until next time.

Elder Morgan







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