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Carrie Hickenlooper. Life Coach. Book of Mormon Scripture Study. Member of The Church of Jesus Chris
Who knew that doing human would be so messy? God did and He knows you can do it!!!!
Join Carrie as she helps you to develop the emotional resiliency that “Doing Human” requires. By combining gospel principles from the Book of Mormon and life coaching tools, you will discover how to build up your confidence while tapping into the power of your covenants. We will learn how to face our doubt and fears, improve our relationships, and become better stewards of our agency as we develop a mindset that focuses on eternal principals that then propel us to take deliberate action in our own personal creation process.
Carrie's intention is to serve women of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to become confident in their personal creation process. This includes developing the mindset to boldly use their agency by being in charge of their thoughts, feelings and actions. Carrie offers 1:1 coaching and would love to work with you. You can follow her on Instagram @carriehickenloopercoaching where you can DM her for more details.
Alma 62-63
We are wrapping up the Book of Alma in this episode and the principle of UNITY is what stands out to me.
Mormon points out to us that it is the influence of the righteous who lived amongst the Nephites who enabled them to conquer their enemies and finally drive out the Lamanites.
In our lives, when contention arises and there is a difference of perspective, how can we strive to seek after righteousness?
I believe the examples of Pahoran, Captain Moroni, and the other Nephites who flocked to them for the cause of Liberty show us the power of the prinicple of Unifying or Uniting with one another.
Though anger weakens our unity with each other, what blessings does Unity bring?
In these final chapters we can see that Unifying brings stability, healing, and synergy.
What does unity require? It requires acceptance, but what does the spirit of unity enable us with? The ability to allow God to intervene on our behalf and allow His grace to heal and accomplish what we cannot do on our own.
Without the Lord's strength, the Nephites could not have done what they did on their own - they were out numbered and often found themselves weakened by the dissent of their own brethren, but the Lord's grace still enabled them to be victorious when they unified under the cause of liberty and exercised faith in Jesus Christ.
Alma 53; 56-58
As we study the influence that righteous youth had upon the Nephite's fight for their liberty and right to worship God, we discover 10 strategies that can aid us today.
1) Keep Your Covenants
2) Develope the Mindset that God Is With You
3) Expect Miracles To Happen
4) Join Your Faith With Others of Faith
5) Strengthen the Strong Who Feel They May Be Weak
6) Be the Rearward of Our Youth
7) Don't Be Afraid to Wait For More Strength
8) Starve Out the Enemy
9) Pour Out Your Whole Soul In Prayer
10) Trust He Will Answer You and Look For His Answer
11) Don't Doubt!
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"Who Am I?"
How many times have you asked that question? I think the question we're siliently asking is "What is my worth?"
Learn from true doctrine not only about your worth, but also how to keep your confidence as you stand in your true identity. Our Heavenly Father and His Son, Jesus Christ have never been confused about who we ar of the value we add. It's time we do the same!
Learn from Moses 1
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Alma 32-35
How do we experiment upon the word of God? How do we plant the word of God into our hearts? How do we nurture it? How do we exercise faith?
Alma and Amulek teach the poor among the Zoramites who had been humbled because of the mistreatment of their neighbors, that they can be spiritually self-reliant by likening the word of God to a seed.
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Alma 30
The antithesis of JOY is ANTICHRIST, for if JOY is found in Jesus, the removal and denial of Jesus is to remove true JOY from our lives.
Preserved in the Book of Mormon are the strategies and cons of the philosophies of an anti-Christ named Korihor. But be aware that there is not just one anti-Christ. We live in a world full of them and to learn their teachings and truly consider what we would be purchasing if we bought into their teachings is crucial in sharpening our discernment.
How important is Jesus?
He is everything.
That's why satan devotes everything he is to distracting us from the true source of our JOY.
Alma 29
Alma Chapter 29 is a continuation of the JOY chapters - I just wanted to make it a separate episode.
Alma teaches us that God grants unto us according to our desires. Do we desire salvation or do we desire destruction? It sounds obvious, yet it is the ultimate choice that we as mortals must decide between.
Join us as we discuss the importance of our desires and how, once again - focusing on Jesus, on the redemption of others and of ourselves brings true JOY.
Alma 27-29
I call these the "JOY" Chapters. In these chapters we find the true source of Joy. Lasting JOY comes not because we have finally obtained the perfect life or circumstance and not because we have finally achieved great status or accomplishment. JOY comes through Jesus Christ.
J - Jesus
O - the redemption of Others
Y - the redemption of YOU
When we focus on Jesus Christ and His characteristics, when we love others and truly desire their redemption, when we open our eyes and finally grasp that through Jesus Christ we can be saved and that everything will be ok when He is our partner - we experience JOY!
Alma 25
If we don't take a minute to reflect back, it is difficult utilize our faith to move forward.
In today's episode we take a minute to reflect back on prophecies, personal revelation, and priesthood blessings that were fulfilled during this chapter of the Nephite/Lamanite history. God's word will be verified. He is a God of Truth and Cannot Lie.
Alma 23-24
How do we make a mighty change in our lives? How do we let go of wicked traditions (or at least behaviors that aren't serving us) and adopt new ones? How do we allow "the plan of salvation to be made known unto us as well as unto future generations?"
There isn't a better group of people to study to find the answers to these questions than the Anti-Nephi-Lehis.
As you listen to this episode, please approach it with someone in mind that you desire to build more brotherhood with. Where would you like to make a change? How might this circumstance be given to you for your own good, for a miracle to take place in your life?
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Alma 19-22
I'm concerned that there are too many of us who don't realize the faith in Jesus Christ that they posses and work in their daily lives. They wonder if they have faith, or how to get faith, or think that other's have more power in their faith to work miracles in their lives.
In this episode, I highlight the various acts of faith that are taken by the Lamanites that Ammon and his brother Aaron will teach. These are the beginnings of a group of people who will be known for their exceedingly great faith and commitment to Jesus Christ - the Anti-Lehi-Nephis.
I desire that you will see yourself in them.
I desire that the power of your faith will grow as you acknowledge the faith you exercise and then intentionally take ownership of these devotions to God.
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Alma 18
The gospel is simple and the three pillars of eternity can bridge the gap between perceived divisions.
There is truth and though the Lamanites had passed down the tradition that "whatsoever they did was right" the truths that
1) God is the Creator of Heaven and Earth and He created man in His own image and know the thoughts and intents of His creations
2) That a Fall from God was necessary - introducing the choice between wickedness and righteousness
3) But before the world was even created, a plan for Redemption was put into play making possible the Atonement of Jesus Christ for each who choose Him.
These simple truths were the beginnings that made it possible for thousands of Lamanites to be converted.
Alma 17
As we study the sons of Mosiah and their preparation to serve a mission amongst the Lamanites, I invite you to liken the scriptures to yourself.
Study the preparation that these young men engaged in, the sacrifices they made, and the role they took on as they consecrated their time, talents, and lives to be instruments in the hands of God
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Alma 17: 1-5
Place yourself in the shoes of Alma, traveling from one city to another establishing the church, when there on the road are your old friends. After 14 years of not seeing each other, can you imagine the reunion of feelings these men must have had?
But Alma rejoices when he discovers that the sons of Mosiah were still his brethren in the Lord.
Have you been feeling a little lonely in your testimony lately? Voices of opposition are becoming not only louder, but closer to home for many of us. My hope is that we can, while still exercising Christlike love for those who disagree with our beliefs, build strong relationships with those who do.
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Alma 17
The utter destruction of Ammonihah and the verification of God's word came swiftly and completely.
Today we learn from the efforts of Chief Captain Zoram who, in order to save the Nephites who had been taken captive by the Lamanites, went unto Alma, a man with the Spirit of Prophecy to learn how he could rescue his fellowmen from their enemies' hands.
We too believe in prophets, seers, and revelators and after just experiencing General Conference, what specific instructions did we receive to help do the same? Are we treating their instructions as suggestions or as prophecy?
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Alma 14
"Be it according to the will of the Lord," can be the hardest words to utter, let alone stand by, when we are feeling desperate or weak in faith.
Listen and learn about the persecutions that the believers of Alma's teachings received at the hands of the Ammonihahites and also the faith that Alma had to break the bands and crumble the prison walls around him. This power only occurred when it was the right moment and was in harmony with the Lord's will.
Do we have the strength of faith needed to rise and break the bands of our own persecutions? That is a sobering question to answer and pursue.
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Alma 13
As members of the the Church of Jesus Christ, a challenge we have before us it to not allow the extraordinary to become ordinary; to not live below our privileges.
Has the Melchizedek Priesthood become a little ordinary to you? Is it just who we are and that you've lived so long with it, you've forgotten its significance?
In this episode, discover how Alma offered a rescue plan to the people of Ammonihah, teaching them how the plan of redemption is carried out by God and how His power has reversed course before when a people have chosen Him.
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Alma 12
Alma teaches the people of Ammonihah the truth that, through Jesus Christ, all mankind will be resurrected from a state of mortality to immortality. When we teach the "WHY" of God's plan and the desire He has to rescue us from a lost and fallen state to give us immortality and eternal life, the "HOWs" make sense. This is how God parented Adam and Eve and this is how we can help our children receive understanding.
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Alma 12:1-19
For the people of Ammonihah, to be of the Order of Nehor and to not believe in the resurrection, it supported their belief that they had no need to repent. They were abiding by a philosophy that fully supported the "Eat, Drink, and Be Merry for tomorrow we die" perspective. Their belief system enabled the adversary to lay his traps of lies and deceit dragging them further away from the ways of God.
When Zeezrom discovered that God knew all of his thoughts and that Alma and Amulek spoke of a resurrection with a judgment, he began to listen.
In this episode, we discuss how our thoughts, words, and works enable us either to receive more of the mysteries of God or to lose them. We learn how closely they are related to one another along with the relationships we have with ourselves, others, and God. To lie to man is to lie to God. That is what Zeezrom learned and the magnitude of that truth caused him to tremble.
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Alma 10-11
Zeezrom, the primary agitator of the crowd and the examiner of Amulek in the city of Ammonihah, is a walking miracle of the complete cleansing and healing of the atonement of Jesus Christ. In today's podcast, learn where Zeezrom began and where the grace and mercy of Jesus Christ was able to take him. If Zeezrom can experience such cleansing, what is available to you? If he can be used in the work of God, what work is available for you?
Alma 10
The repentance of Amulek is a glorious example of how we can change course and allow our hearts to be softened. Right before the angry crowd of Ammonihah - a crowd who desired to imprison a prophet of God, Amulek chose to stand up and model the counsel that they had just received from Alma. Counsel on how to repent and change course.
Sister Scriptorians, this week, we too have an opportunity to stop and change course. Just like an angel of God appeared to Amulek, telling him to return home because he is to feed a prophet of God, we too can return to our homes and invite the prophet into them. General Conference this week is an opportunity to feast with the prophet of God and partake of Living Waters and the Bread of Life, the food that Jesus Christ offers us and fills us completely.
Alma 9
In Alma's teachings, he highlights principles that, when remembered and acted upon, assist us in the process of repenting. These principles highlight the characteristics of God and bring Him back into our remembrance when exercised.
1) Remember that God can do marvelous works (He is the Supreme Creator and Upholder of All Things)
2) The Lord has a hand in your life (He merciful and full of grace, slow to anger, and abundant in goodness)
3) God will verify His word (God is a God of Truth and Cannot Lie)
4) Beware of your judgments of others (God is merciful and is Love)
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Alma 8-14
Before we can begin to understand the significant events that Alma experienced in the land of Ammonihah, we must first begin to understand the people of the city.
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Alma 8
Continuing on in his missionary efforts, Alma travels to the land of Ammonihah. He is rejected, spit upon, and cast out of the city. Being weighed down with much tribulation, Alma leaves to travel on, but an angel of the Lord stopped him and told Alma he has cause to rejoice.
When we are weighed down with much tribulation, we too can find cause to rejoice. Discover the pattern of how to rejoice in this episode.
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Alma 7
Alma's experience with the people of Gideon was completely different than his experience with those in Zarahemla. He knew they believed, desired to repent, and had faith in the word of God. He saw their diligence and how they heeded the words he taught them. These were a people who were disciples of Jesus Christ and were in need of the tenderness the gospel provides.
And that is what Alma taught them. He spoke of the Savior and how intimately the Savior knows His children, because he suffered for their infirmities so he would know exactly how to succor them and blot out their transgressions.
Such truths about our Redeemer gives me hope of better things to come, courage to give up my fears, confidence that Jesus has my back when I walk in straight paths, and that His love can be perfectly provided for me in any given circumstance.
Alma 5&6 - Part 4
How did Alma know that Jesus Christ was real, that repentance was worth it, that it was possible for his heart to be changed, and that he would be accepted by Jesus Christ with open arms?
He knew through the same process that we all engage in to know truth - through the spirit of revelation.
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Alma 5 - Part 3
Alma gives the members of the church in Zarahemla a reminder of who the good shepherd is, what He requires of us, but what He is willing to serve us with. His invitation is to all, but will you accept it?
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Alma 5 - Part 2
Have you received His image in your countenance? What does that mean? Alma, in his address to the members of the church in Zarahemla asks them if they've been stripped of pride, of envy, and malice towards their brethren. He asks if they can - right now - sing the song of redeeming love.
Can you?
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Alma 5
This podcast begins Alma's two year mission, going from one Nephite city to another, preaching repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. He begins in the City of Zarahemla where he addresses the members of thhttps://sisterscriptorians.com/?page_id=6017e church, calling them to remember the deliverance of their fathers.
Why would that be the perfect place to start for these members who have struggled with pride and inequality?
Why would that be needful for these Nephites who have been affected by the false teachings of Nehor?
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Alma 4
After the battle with the Amilicites, the Nephites humbled themselves and they grieved for the loss of their loved ones and their sustenance that was trampled down by the armies. Yet, they knew their mourning was because of their abominations and they chose to face up to their errors and be "awakened to a remembrance of their duty."
However, soon, because of their prosperity, pride grew in the church and because of it, Alma would give up the Chief Judge seat in order to spend all of his time combating pride and inequality.
How does pride show up in us? How does prosperity grow that pride? If prosperity leads to pride, why DOES God choose to bless us with abundance and how does it further His work?
If you would like more guidance on how fear shows up in your everyday life, check out the work of Kim Giles and her book "Clarity Point."
Alma 2-3
The introduction of priestcraft into the Nephite society - a society that had just received their liberty, would ignite a drive for riches and power. Many would continue on in the belief system Nehor professed and another cunning man would rise up to impose these beliefs upon the people.
We learn about Amilici and his push to be made king over the people, whether they desired that or not. We also see that rebellion against God and relinquishing our liberty opens to door to the ailments of bondage. Nephites will spend many years trying to close that door.
Alma 1
Before king Mosiah died, he had organized his people to receive their liberty and enjoy the blessings of self-government. However, within the first year of the reign of judges, a strong man named Nehor desired to chip away at the equality that had been established.
Learn about the philosophies of Nehor, the man to first introduce priestcraft into the Nephites' society and discover the last ramifications it had.
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Mosiah 27-29
In these final chapters of the Book of Mosiah, we learn about the impact that humans can have on their fellowmen when they align their will with God's. They become instruments in His hands.
When searching for peace amongst the chaos – look for the instruments in the hands of God who confirm your faith and publish peace and good tidings, who desire salvation for all, who use their energy to break down misunderstandings to build unity and friendship, who take measures to avoid contention, who reaffirm spiritual truths and warn against disobedience to those truths, who preserve your liberty and allow you to answer for your own sins. Where you find this is where you will find God.
Mosiah 27
What is the Lord's way in establishing equality among all men? In chapter 27, we find that the Lord poured out His grace upon the people when they stripped themselves of pride and haughtiness, esteemed their neighbor as themselves, and supported themselves with their own hands. Peace was established in the land for some time - however - persecution did return to the Lord's people. This time it was found in the sons of their beloved leaders. This episode also discovers WHY the Lord sent and angel to Alma, son of Alma, and what we were taught in Alma's redemption.
Mosiah 25
How do you gather and unite four different groups of people, who have lived independently and have had their own spiritual manifestations of the Lord?
In Mosiah 25, in the Book of Mormon, we learn how learning how humility, faith in Jesus Christ, and a willingness to listen to learn about the experiences of one another helped unite the people in feeling until they obtained power with God.
Referring to the Creation doctrine found in Genesis, Moses, and Abraham.
How did God create? What is my role in creating? and How can I partner with God in creating? In this bonus episode, I continue to provide strategies to help you apply the doctrine and principles of the gospel of Jesus Christ to our every day lives.
Mosiah 23-24
The people of Alma were a covenant people who had repented of their wickedness and desired to follow God. Yet, the Lord saw fit to chasten them. Why? In this episode we learn how a period of chastening always mean you've done something wrong. It can mean that the Lord desires to purify, refine, and subdue you and that quieting our fears and remembering Him is a good beginning to spiritually submit to Him.
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Mosiah 21-22
This was a sore period of learning for the people of Limhi. They were without the strength of the Lord and their burdens were great, but by degrees He began to prosper them as the humble themselves before their oppressors and before their God.
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How can we be more merciful and create union of feeling with others in our spheres?
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What is causing you some discomfort and agitation right now? Have you considered that repentance is what you desire? The Savior paid a significant price in order for you to change direction, development a new view of God, yourself, and of the world. Why not change? It's a change that the Savior desires you to keep.
Mosiah 19
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Mosiah 18
There at the waters of Mormon, Alma taught the Nephites what it means to become children of Christ. In this episode, we learn from Alma what members of the Church of Jesus Christ should speak about, what they should do, how they should treat people, and what blessings they can expect for doing so.
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Mosiah 18
Do you believe a person can change? Is it possible for them to change their nature and become different than they were before? The abridgment of Mormon is compact and we can easily gloss over the process of redemption that Alma experienced. Change is possible because of the Atonement of Jesus Christ. What great news and it is news we need to be prepared to share.
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Mosiah 17
And there was one among the priests of Noah who listened to Abinadi's words and had a change of heart. His name was Alma. He was a Nephite descendant and he knew of the iniquities that Abinadi taught against. And though king Noah and his priests refused to repent and would eventually kill Abinadi, Alma repented.
Have you ever had an Alma moment - when you are chastised by a servant of God? Humbled? and where repentance begins? This week I share with you my Alma moment and the blessing it was in my life.
Mosiah 15-16
Coming to the end of Abinadi's teachings, I couldn't help but ask "What is it that Alma is hearing that is changing his heart? Causing him to repent, to change direction, to begin to develop the courage and conviction it will take to stand up to his fellow priests and the king?"
What did he hear that made the difference?
Abinadi's teachings connected the disconnected and attached once again to detached. The law of Moses would not save them. Jesus Christ will! And connecting once again to the true source, to He who has the power to save us from sin and death, allowed a relationship to grow. No longer was it just a checklist of laws to keep, but a person to grow closer to, to cleave to, to become His seed.
Mosiah 14
A tender root out of dry ground. No form no comeliness. Despised and Rejected. A man of sorrows. Not only are these some of the descriptions that Isaiah used to characterize Jesus Christ, but they are why Jesus Christ is the perfect person to understand our worst moments and provide salvation despite them.
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Mosiah 13
How are the Ten Commandments crucial to our salvation? Salvation doesn't come by the law. Salvation comes through the Atonement of Jesus Christ, however, the Ten Commandments are the foundation of living the higher law that Jesus would teach His disciples. They are the bare bones of how to Love God and Love our Neighbor.
Mosiah 11-12
In this episode we see the effects that flattering words can have on a kingdom, a society and how procrastinating our day of repentance leads us to consequences heavy to be born.
However, is it possible that the Lord's consequences are for our own good? Can difficult times be opportunities to course correct and learn His ways? Is there something marvelous to be learned from the Lord's description of Himself as being a "jealous God?" These are questions to consider and reflect upon as you learn and liken these chapters to yourself.
Mosiah 11
What kind of leader was king Noah? What direction did he lead his people?
Why did Mormon preserve this part of Nephite history for us? This episode examines the leadership of king Noah and likens it to our day and the questions we can ask ourselves when we observe our future leaders.
Mosiah 9-10
This week we explore the history of Zeniff and his people that left the land of Zarahemla to take back the land of their inheritance from the Lamanites. Just like Zeniff, sometimes we too can be overzealous in our pursuits. These pursuits have the potential to "bite us" and changing our experience.
All is not lost! As we turn to our Lord and remember the deliverance of ourselves and our fathers, we can, "In the Strength of the Lord." still be victorious.
We have a seer for our day.
We actually have 15 men who have been called, set apart, and sustained as prophet, seers, and revelators, but this episode will only focus on the words and direction that President Russel M Nelson has given to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints since April 2018.
During these times of uncertainty and chaos, I ask all Sister Scriptorians to deeply contemplate the direction and promised blessings associated with these directions that our Seer has given to us.
This episode has streamed together direction, prophetic charges, and promised blessings given by President Nelson.
Mosiah 8
Has a seer blessed your life?When king Lamoni discovered that king Mosiah was a seer - someone who can know of things which are past, of things which are to come, through him shall all things be revealed, secrets things will be made manifest through, hidden things shall come to light, and things which are not known – which otherwise could not be known – are made known by Him, he rejoiced exceedingly.
This is God’s miracle to us.
A seer benefits his fellow beings who head his words.
How has a seer blessed your life?
Mosiah 5
The people of Zarahemla knew of the surety and truth of king Benjamin's words. The Spirit of the Lord God Omnipotent had witnessed to them not only the truth, but had changed their hearts. The atoning blood of Jesus Christ had cleansed them of their wrongs and they no longer had a desire to do evil, but to do good continually.
As covenant makers and keepers, we too can have the experience that the people of Zarahemla had. We can have it at baptism, in the temple, when we partake of the sacrament, or even in the privacy of our own bedroom as we commune with God and put off the natural man.
Mosiah 4
The address of king Benjamin is a guide on how we can do mortality partnered with the matchless power of God. We learn about the way we can love God, why we should serve one another, and how we are all unprofitable servants to the Lord God Omnipotent. He is everything good and divine and it is our journey to choose Him, to value who He is and what He represents and to put off the natural man who is an enemy to God. King Benjamin teaches us how to do this.
In Mosiah 4, the people do this very thing, right then and there as they face the temple listening to their prophet king. They learn how to be obedient and put their trust in God. They beg for a remission of their sins, receive it, and then are counseled to care for all those who beg for food, clothing, and our substance. By doing so, we retain a remission of our sins.
Mosiah 3
Last week, king Benjamin taught us about the nature of Jesus Christ. He showed us how the Savior submitted to all things in order to accomplish His mission here on earth.
Today we learn about the enemy to God. God's enemy is the natural man.
Mosiah 3
We continue with the address of king Benjamin to his people. This message was so important, so needed to be heard by the seed of Lehi, that an angel appeared to Benjamin and told him to rejoice! The Lord would be coming among the children of men in the not so distant future!
Learn about from this righteous king about the Lord's coming. Learn that His name would be Jesus. He would be born to Mary. He is the Omnipotent and there have been many wonders, signs, types and shadows teaching of His coming.
I encourage you to read this chapter through the eyes of the Nephites who had gathered at the temple, with their families, to learn of the marvelous God they worshiped. Feel what it must have felt like to have king Benjamin plead with people to believe upon the name of Christ.
Mosiah 2
Mortal men can do great things with the support of the Lord Jesus Christ. King Benjamin was just a mortal man, yet he was beloved by his people because of the service he gave them, the goodness he possessed and the commandments of God that he taught them.
Benjamin did much to serve his people, but all that he did for them, he did because he loved God.
Learn about the first of king Benjamin's teachings and learn how we can reach a blessed and happy state.
Mosiah 1 - 2
The Nephites are about to receive a new king. Their beloved king, king Benjamin is nearing the end of his life and he has called the people to gather. Each family, separately came and pitched their tent with the door facing the temple, prepared to hear the words of God.
This week, this event has a sacred meaning as we too, as families, prepare for General Conference. This week's episode asks you to find your spot, pitch your tent, and prepare to hear the word of God.
The anticipated conference is here.
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Words of Mormon - Mosiah 1
There has always been days of chaos and the Book of Mormon is not exempt. Yet, despite the contentions and the dissensions, the false Christs and prophets, incredible men were able to rise above and do incredible things. It take men and women of understanding to not allow evil to overcome good or for despair to overcome hope.
In this episode, we discuss how king Benjamin desired his sons to be men of understanding and for his people to rise to this caliber as well.
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Words of Mormon
It's at this point in the Book of Mormon where things switch up and there's a good reason for it.
This week we remember why the Book of Mormon transitions from a 1st person point of view to a 3rd person point of view. We learn how the Lord knoweth all things and is able to accomplish His work. The Book of Mormon is a PERFECT example of this.
Finally, we learn how the Lord can work within us. He can worketh in [us] according to His will. We might not know the "why" (Nephi never did) but if we are obedient, He can use us to do His work and make us delightsome.
Book of Omni
Amaleki presents another shift for us, but in the right direction.
Finally, we have a Book of Mormon writer remember to point out the Lord's tender mercies, to preserve his teachings, and to show us the power behind our choice and the miracles that can happen in our lives because of it.
Amaleki's teachings exhort us to come unto God and to offer our whole soul as an offering unto Him.
What does that look like?
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Jarom - Omni
As I read the books of Jarom and Omni, I see little shifts in the record keeping that appear to be reflective of the state of the Nephite nation. This week we explore these shifts and discuss what we can do when we notice shifts in our lives that keep us from the Lord.
The word of the Lord will be verified.
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Enos 1
Who isn't WOWED by Enos and his all day and into the night prayer???
This week's podcast explores the pattern that Enos follows to have the heavens open up to him so that he could receive personal revelation, a remission of his sins, a promise that the same is available to his people the Nephites, and that the Lamanites will eventually receive the record of the Nephites which contains the word of God.
Join us as we continue to work on our homework given to us by President Nelson to increase our ability to receive personal revelation by studying Enos's example.
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Jacob 7
This is the last chapter that Jacob will engrave upon the plates and it is crucial that we liken it to our day.
Sherem was the first anti-Christ to enter among the people of Nephi. He was a learned man and had the ability to lead away many hearts because of his flattery and the power of his speech.
Can you, with the same confidence and certainty say like Jacob, "I could not be shaken?"
How are we to detect the deceptions of evil men?
How are we to avoid being fooled and flattered into doctrines that are contrary to Jesus Christ?
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Jacob 6
For three chapters, Jacob has been prophesying to us about the way we can be reconciled to God. The Lord will gather His people unto Him if we don't harden our hearts and repent.
And the end of Jacob's prophesying he counsels, "O be wise, what more can I say?"
What does being wise mean? and what are some steps to becoming wise?
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Jacob 5
In this chapter, trees are not trees and roots are not roots. Jacob preserves for us the prophet Zenos's allegory. An allegory is a story that teaches spiritual truths using symbols. These truths can be likened to all of God's children, showing His efforts on bringing all of us unto Him.
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Jacob 4
As I studied and pondered about the writings of Jacob - the are precious and relatively few - it occurred to me that Jacob is directing us to where we can gain true confidence. It is in Jesus, the stone to that gives us a firm foundation.
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Jacob 2: 22 - Jacob 3
The prophet Lehi was given the commandment from the Lord that his seed should have 1 wife and no concubines. Despite the removal of the Lord's presence among the Lamanites, they had kept this commandment. The Nephites, however, were beginning to look for justifications to violate this commandment.
Boldly, Jacob addresses the thoughts of the Nephites and delivers, with clarity, how the Lord values the chastity of His people.
In this week's podcast, also learn how the "pure in heart" can find consolation and support from the Lord when they have been wounded or are in need of drawing closer to Him. He delights in your goodness and desires to bless you.
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Jacob 1-2
The small plates have now been passed on to Jacob from Nephi. In this episode we discuss the counsel that Nephi gave Jacob regarding the record keeping and pay respect to these brethren who labored faithfully, anxiously, and diligently to bring the people unto Christ.
After the death of Nephi, Jacob's work continued. His work led him to the temple to speak to the people about their pride. God had blessed them with riches, but the people began to fall for the deception that this made them better than their fellowmen who had less.
Join me and ponder how you can use your "riches" to bless the lives of others.
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2 Nephi 32-33
We have finally finished the words of Nephi and his last words and instruction for us do not disappoint.
Did you know that because you have been baptized and received the Holy Ghost, you are entitled to speak with the tongue of angels? This week's episode explores what this means and how the beloved prophet Nephi encourages us to pray until we do understand this principle.
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2 Nephi 31
Nephi is at the end of his prophesying.
What is the final message he desires to leave his people and us? It is the doctrine of Christ.
Because of the example of Jesus Christ, it is clear as to how to enter the gate that leads back to Father. On this week's episode we learn that the Savior gave us His perfect example when He was baptized.
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2 Nephi 30
Within this chapter is a promise that I believe we can especially enjoy this time of year during the Christmas Season. It is the promise of the scales of darkness falling from us and the potential of becoming a pure and a delightsome people. Learn how we can do this and ponder on how you can experience this blessing of the restored gospel of Jesus Christ immediately.
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2 Nephi 28-29
The marvelous work and wonder is God showing us that He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. He speaks to the children of men. He reveals His word unto us. He is restoring His gospel among us and the Book of Mormon is the indicator that God is keeping His word to us.
That is why it is disappointing that some will say "A Bible! A Bible! We have got a Bible and there cannot be any more Bible.”
Let's commit to look forward to more revealed words of God and add upon what we all ready have.
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2 Nephi 28
Preserved in the Book of Mormon are the tactics of the adversary intended to deceive and distract us from being disciples of Jesus Christ. When we better understand these tactics, we won't be as vulnerable to the precepts of men. We will know that there is a God, that He is powerful, and that He is a God of miracles. When we know and act upon these truths, there will not be room for the devil to have a grasp upon us.
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Welcome to the Introduction of Sister Scriptorians Coaching!
Have you noticed that what you struggle with is what you care the most about - your relationships with others and with yourself. It is no coincidence that the 2nd Great Commandment is to love thy neighbor as thyself. Fortunately, once we increase our ability to keep the !st Great Commandment to love the Lord, thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.
Learning to love God and to love ourselves is the basis of the Sister Scriptorians Coaching.
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2 Nephi 26: 20-22; 29-30, 2 Nephi 27: 1-4, 2 Nephi 28
Priestcraft. That is an odd word to us that isn't used in our every day conversation.
This week's episode explores what priestcraft is so that we can better use our discernment to avoid its deception.
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2 Nephi 26: 23-27; 33
Nephi asked 4 questions to plainly teach us the relationship that the Savior desires to have with us. Interestingly, the answer to all of the questions is No. Intellectually, we get it, but our hearts often struggle to fully accept the scope of the Savior's love for us and the far reaching effects of His atonement.
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2 Nephi 26: 13-17 and 2 Nephi 27
The coming forth of the Book of Mormon was foretold as the way that the Lord will manifest himself unto us according to our faith. What does this mean? Why is this book so important to Him?
As you read the above verses, especially 2 Nephi 27: 23-35, the Lord tells us EXACTLY why the Book of Mormon is important. If we believe and accept His purposes and His intentions, than it makes sense that there is no other book that can bring us closer to Jesus Christ than the Book of Mormon.
This week's episode helps us to pick out the Lord's intentions and to apply them to our lives.
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2 Nephi 26
Nephi now addresses the third group of God's children - the Gentiles.
He begins by teaching them that they must be convinced that Jesus is the Christ, the Eternal God. How are we convinced of this truth? According to our faith, the Lord will manifest himself unto us through the Holy Ghost.
I encourage you to accept the invitation of our prophet to exercise your faith in reading D&C 25, 84, and 107 to learn about the power of the priesthood we possess because of our obedience to the covenants we've made. By doing so, this is how we can allow the Savior to manifest himself unto us.
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2 Nephi 25: 21-
What is grace?
Nephi has a message for his people as he is wrapping up his account. He desires for his people to know that it is Christ they are made alive in because of their faith. Grace, the enabling power of God, is a huge component of this truth. Listen and learn how you can more intimately identify grace at work in your life.
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2 Nephi 25: 10-20
Nephi boldly testifies to us that there is no other name under heaven then the name Jesus Christ that can do all that is required in order for us to be restored once again to the Father. As Nephi addresses the Jews in Jerusalem, he makes it clear the restoring power that Jesus Christ will provide for them and for us through His infinite atonement.
This week, learn all that He will restore
Learn what clean hands and pure hearts mean.
Learn the scope of the word infinite.
Learn to love the man behind the name Jesus Christ.
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2 Nephi 25
Nephi uses the word "Plain" alot!
He delights in plainness, he says.
What does that mean? How is this not only beautiful doctrine, but also an attribute that describes both Nephi and our Savior?
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Since our study of Isaiah has spread out for several weeks, and because Isaiah's poetic writings aren't necessarily divided into chapters like they are in the Book of Mormon, I decided that a recap of his highlights may be helpful.
I hope you enjoy!
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2 Nephi 24
I love the insight that Isaiah gives to us about our adversary, Lucifer. His pride has eliminated himself from the eternal progression that we are all engaged in. The imagery that Isaiah provides show us there will be a time, when Lucifer is leashed, that we will have an opportunity to gaze upon him - truly him - and not all his false power and deception. What will we think? What will we observe? This week's episode explored those thoughts and reminds you of how powerful you are. You are doing better than you think you are doing. I promise!
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2 Nephi 23
We are almost done with the Isaiah chapters. You, know. Those ones that used to slow you down and perplex you.
This week, we see that God views His children either as His people or the wicked. The Lord is clear about the destruction that will come to the wicked, but what will your role be? What part will you play? How can you prepare now to step into that role when the timing is right?
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2 Nephi 22
This chapter is short and sweet!
Isaiah praises God for being his salvation. He will trust God and not be afraid. He will praise the Lord and call upon his name.
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2 Nephi 21
Isaiah has a message for us and it is a message of hope. It is a message to be excited about! The Lord is working among us, preparing His servants, gathering His children, and preparing us for a time in which we can experience the peace of the Millennium.
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2 Nephi 20
"What will ye do in the day of visitation?"
This is what Isaiah asks us?
When the Lord comes again, what will we be found doing? Will we be assisting or afflicting the needy, the poor, the widow, the fatherless? And when life becomes difficult, when we experience affliction and opposition to our beliefs, when we experience the day of desolation, "To whom will [we] flee for help?"
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2 Nephi 19
The people were looking for a Savior, a King to rescue them from their oppressors, and to make them mighty once more.
Jesus Christ did all of that.
Just not in the way the house of Israel imagined.
This week, join us as we learn how the Prince of Peace brings peace into our lives and at what point He is done with us. The point in which He withdraws His hand and He gives mercy to us no more.
Spoiler Alert the answer is NEVER!
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2 Nephi 17-18
We are now in the thick of the Isaiah chapters where we begin to read names and wonder who is who and what is going on. I try my best to not only break things down, but to also liken these scriptures to us today. What did Nephi want us to learn? I believe he desired us to learn more deaply and intimately about our Savior.
What is in a name? In this podcast you will learn that in the name Immanuel is a promise.
God With Us.
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2 Nephi 16
Here Nephi has preserved the calling of the prophet of Isaiah.
I love Isaiah's initial feelings when he is in the presence of the Lord. I think it is how we might feel or have felt when we have been given assignments that appear beyond our abilities. But with the atonement of Jesus Christ, through the purifying of Isaiah's iniquities, he moves from his initial reaction "I am undone" to "Here Am I."
Can we do the same?
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2 Nephi 15
Isaiah continues to show us that Zion shall be raised up.
This time he likens the house of Israel to a grape vineyard and despite the Lord's efforts, the grapes have grown wild. Greed and coveting, a lack of regard for the Lord's work,a holding onto their sins, and calling evil good and good evil are some of the offenses that drove the spirit of the Lord out of their midst.
If we take an honest look at our societies, we may see each and every one of these offenses amongst us as well.
Listen to this week's episode to learn the goodness of God, even when His anger is kindled.
His hand is still stretched forth.
Listen to find out how He shows up for those children of His who desire to follow Him.
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2 Nephi 13-14
When the gospel of Jesus Christ does not have a presence in our lives, priorities and even our roles can become displaced. In this episode, learn about the warnings that the Lord had Isaiah preserve for us - specifically for the Daughters of Zion. Modesty is an outward sign of dignity. We will review the pitfalls of immodesty.
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2 Nephi 12
He is back! We begin the stretch of Isaiah chapters. You know! The ones that have intimidated you in the past. BUT. NO. LONGER! Our relationship is growing with Isaiah and with open hearts we approach these next 12 chapters.
Isaiah desires to testify of Jesus Christ, but he also desires to awaken us and invite us to turn from our wickedness and walk in the light of the Lord. To do so, we must acknowledge that we have gone astray in some way so that we can course correct. What a joyful opportunity! Listen to this episode and discover if there is any improvement that you can make by examining the suggestions of Isaiah.
The Savior has commanded us to diligently search the words of Isaiah. Let's begin!
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2 Nephi 11
What do you delight in?
Are you sharing it with others?
Recognizing the feeling of delight helps us to know ourselves better. It helps us show up vulnerable, powerful, and inspiring. Our delight can be contagious and motivate others to discover what it is that brings us delight. These shared experiences then connect us with each other, imprinting delight upon our hearts.
Nephi delighted in Christ. What do you delight in?
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2 Nephi 9: 27-54
How do we become like our God? How do we put off the natural man and tap into divinity? How do we find reason to rejoice during the whole process?
This chapter is filled with "O"s, "Wo"s and "O"s again.
In this episode, discover how to S.M.I.L.E. - Spiritually Minded is life eternal.
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2 Nephi 9
The Nephites had a question and their teacher Jacob was prepared to teach them.
They knew that their bodies would waste away upon death, but that there would come a day when they would come before God in their bodies to be judged. How can that be?
Jacob bares testimony of the Infinite Atonement of Jesus Christ and the all encompassing reach it has - including reuniting the spirit and the body - freeing them from physical and spiritual death to making them at one.
How can studying God's plan give us insight into God himself? As you study 2 Nephi 9, look for His characteristics on display. See how everything He does testifies of His greatness. Accept Him into your lives, no matter how hard your life may be right now and commit to follow His plan.
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2 Nephi 8
Jacob continues on covering chapters of Isaiah.
We are given more counsel on why we should not be ashamed and even how we can stand up.
It begins by remember our roots, accepting the Lord's comfort, embracing the everlasting versus the fleeting, not fearing man, and putting on our strength. We are better equipped than we realize to face mortality and all of its messiness. When we do these things, we can stand and then we can sit.
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2 Nephi 6-7
Isaiah is back!!! and with the fantastic teaching of Jacob, the younger brother of Nephi, we can easily grasp the teachings that the great prophet desires us to understand.
We are taught that those who wait upon the Lord will shall not be ashamed. He will set up His standard and His people will accept it and wait upon Him. Listen and discover what "the Lord's standard" is and add many more reason to your growing list of WHY you need not be ashamed to be one of His children.
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2 Nephi 5
How did a family become two differing and opposing nations? Learn the beginnings and also the cause for the drastic change that took place among the Lamanites.
What can we learn from this transition? Why were the Lamanites described as flint? Why were the Nephites happy?
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2 Nephi 4:1-12
In this episode we learn the power that a priesthood blessing can have. Lehi blesses his grandchildren, that they will find mercy from the Lord despite the false teachings of their parents.
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2 Nephi 3
Is it possible that everything is working out exactly the way the Lord knew it would? Don't just give an impulsive "YES" to this question. Instead, dive into 2 Nephi 3 as Lehi reviews the prophesies of Joseph, son of Jacob about their day, but also about the restoration of the gospel of Jesus Christ. If the Lord has the ability to interconnect 3 Josephs who existed thousands of years apart from one another, what is He capable of connecting in your life?
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2 Nephi 2: 25
Are you experiencing joy?
Are you allowing yourself to?
Can you describe joy, what the prequalification for joy are, and how you can obtain more of it?
You are designed to experience joy! You are that you might have joy! In this episode we explore the answers to these questions and how becoming the Savior's friend is a HUGE part of experiencing JOY.
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2 Nephi 2:11-30
What role does opposition play in God's plan for us? It's crucial!
In this episode we discuss why opposition is necessary for our growth and how it is important for us to make peace with its existence. Doing so will help us be clear about God's purpose for us and avoid mischaracterizing the Heavenly Father that we love.
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2 Nephi 2: 1-10
Father Lehi now turns his attention to his son Jacob - his first=born in the day of his tribulation in the wilderness. What an interesting way to acknowledge one's son, yet it does give us more evidence as to how difficult these days were. But, despite the difficulties and the sorrow that Jacob suffered, none of it was in vain. In fact, quite the opposite.
This week we learn a little deeper the characteristics of God - His mercy and that He is the same yesterday, today, and forever and how these characteristics bless our lives to the degree that our afflictions can also be for our gain.
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2 Nephi 1: 13-32
"Awake and Arise," "Be Men," "Shake off the chains that bind you," "Put on the armor of righteousness."
This is the final counsel of Lehi to his sons. He desired, before he died, for them to "Unite" and "Come out of obscurity." This father's blessing is a blessing to each one of us as we take to heart what Lehi is encouraging his sons to embrace.
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2 Nephi 1: 1-12
If you were about to die, what matters would press upon your heart that in order for you to leave this world with gladness, you knew you must testify of them to your children?
In this episode we learn of the promises and the curse of the land in which the children of Lehi would inherit. These conditions continue to our day and forever. It is a land with a legacy and a destiny for God's children who choose to worship Him in righteousness.
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2 Nephi 1: 1-4
After Nephi had ended his teachings about the words of Isaiah, his father spoke, reminding Nephi and his brethren of the many tender mercies of the Lord in bringing them out of Jerusalem. The journey had not been easy and much sacrifice of comfort and trials of faith had been experienced, but NOW they stood in the land of promised. Father Lehi asked his family to reflect back on all the Lord had done for them, how merciful the Lord had been.
What a perfect time of year for us to do the same. To recognize that the trials we experienced, the stretching moments, and the trials of our faith may truly have been for our benefit. What tender mercies did the Lord give to you to make you mighty and deliver you. What you may have been once happy to escape from with the close of 2018 may have just been the perfect lesson to help you in your "Becoming" for 2019.
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1 Nephi 22
Nephi's brethren desired to know if the words of Isaiah pertained to things temporally or spiritually.
The short answer?
Both?
This week's podcast focuses on Nephi's teachings regarding the prophet Isaiah's prophecies regarding the scattering of Israel, the gathering, the marvelous work that will be of great worth, and the nurturing role the Gentiles of a mighty nation will play.
Sometimes, when we learn about the last days, we focus on the dire circumstances we envision will occur. That is exactly why we must hold onto the promise by the Lord prophet that "The righteous need not fear!"
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1 Nephi 21 also refer to Isaiah 49
This chapter is a beautiful conversation between the Lord and the House of Israel. For us in the latter-days, the words of encouragement from the Lord can be seen as our marching orders. He has and continues to prepare us to be His servants in gathering His children back to him.
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1 Nephi 20 (See also Isaiah 48)
Take a deep breath. We are encountering our first Isaiah chapter and it's going to be awesome!
This episode will aide you in gaining an appreciation for our Lord - how He knows everything from the beginning, how He knows our vulnerabilities, and how He knew our tendency to gravitate to graven images.
But, despite our weakness, He provided a way. He declared all things from the beginning and reminds us of what exactly He is prepared to do to help us along the way.
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1 Nephi 19
As I read this chapter, I read it through the eyes of a mature Nephi who is reflecting on all that he has done to teach his people to "Remember the Lord Their Redeemer." He has taught them from the Brass Plates teaching them of the prophecies of those prophets who, with him, stand as witnesses of the Lord's coming.
Jesus is the Christ!
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1 Nephi 18: 5-25 and Ether 6: 5-12
In this episode we compare and contrast the experience of the Lehites to the Jaredites who were also instructed to construct a ship and sail to the promised land.
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1 Nephi 17:48 - 1 Nephi 18:4
We wrap up 1 Nephi 17 with the most exciting part of the entire chapter. Nephi basically receives superpowers from God and Laman and Lemuel finally receive their personal "Know of a surety" moment!
While you listen to this episode, I want you to liken the verses to what you are currently being asked to do by the Lord. Are you All In? Whatever He asks of you, are you in? Are you being patient with the process? Are you acting in faith by taking the first step? Are you trusting that he will reveal to you "from time to time" what comes next? Are you working after the manner of the Lord or of men? Are you going to the temple often and praying often to receive the Lord's guidance on how you should personally work the timbers of your ship?
I hope so! If not, listen to this week's podcast and consider the possibilities if you choose to partner up with the Lord.
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1 Nephi 17:45-55
"Ye are swift to do iniquity but slow to remember the Lord you God." That is the smack down that Nephi gave his brethren after they accused Lehi of judging the people of Jerusalem.
What is iniquity?
Listen to today's episode and discover the wide net that the words iniquity casts. It wasn't just Laman and Lemuel who committed iniquities and it isn't only those who are out of our spheres. Iniquity hides in our hearts and if we desire to feel the promptings of the spirit, we must rid ourselves of its clutches.
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1 Nephi 17: 22-44
The Nephites loved Moses. Repeatedly throughout the Book of Mormon, the Nephite leaders bring the people to remembrance about this great prophet.
Nephi, while trying to encourage his brethren to have faith and help him construct a ship, reveals to us one of his personal motivators - the faithfulness of Moses. "Let us be strong like unto Moses!" (1 Nephi 4:2). This episode will ponder upon Moses and a particular attribute of his that did make him strong. We will also learn that like the children of Israel, we must learn to look to Jesus Christ when we are bitten by our own personal fiery serpents. A way for healing has been prepared. Israel was just asked to look and live.
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1 Nephi 17
The family has finally reached the sea and the land which the Lord provided them was filled with fruit and honey. Bountiful was their respite. But now what?
After many days in Bountiful, the Lord commands Nephi to get into the mountain. It is there, in prayer, that Nephi learns that he is to build a ship. As far as we know, Nephi didn't have ship building skills, but that is okay. The way he was to build the ship would be after the manner of the Lord and not of man.
What is the Lord commanding you to build. Recently, a prophet of God gave us instruction to remodel our homes into centers of gospel learning. Perhaps it is other personal commandments that you are in need of pursuing, listen to discover how to follow the light and block out the obstacles that surely will arise.
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1 Nephi 17: 1-14
The Lord promises His children who keep His commandments that He will strengthen them, nourish them, and provide means that they may accomplish the things they have been commanded to do. How does He do this? He has taken it upon himself to be our Light. He is The Light. And if we remain faithful and not slothful, He will lead us......but sometimes we do become slothful and we do tarry, not following a direct course. Is there something to learn during these moments? Absolutely! Because the Lord is your Light!
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1 Nephi 16: 33-39; 1 Nephi 17: 1-3
Our agency is so powerful that we can see things, hear things, and experience things and yet if we choose not to believe, choose not to remember and put forth the effort to know God for ourselves, we are powerful enough to fool ourselves. We can fall for our own deceptions. That is what Laman, Lemuel and the sons of Ishmael demonstrated for us over and over again.
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1 Nephi 16: 11-32
There is so much more to this set of scripture than just the info that Nephi broke his bow. We can learn from him a pattern in which we can more successfully respond to afflictions.
How can we develop the faith and character that Nephi possessed?
How can we develop the faith and character that will help us to weather opposition, help us choose our responses, help us tap into our ingenuity and be solution focused, help us avoid failure by taking action, and help us set everything back in its rightful place by Returning to God? This week's podcast will give ideas on how to achieve all of this.
I also recommend reading this talk by Elder Richard G. Scott. It's fantastic! - The Transforming Power of Faith and Character
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1 Nephi 16
On this week's podcast we dive into the workings of the Liahona, a ball that directed Lehi and his family on their journey to the land of promise. With it's spindles and writings, the Lord provided a simple method that brought about great things - as long as everyone was on board that is.
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1 Nephi 1-16
The Valley of Lemuel can serve as a metaphor for our lives when we experience afflictions. A valley is a depression longer than it is wide, but it lies between hills or mountains (peeks). All of us will experiences the valleys between our peeks, but it is possible to make these valleys fruitful and prosperous for us.
Before we leave the Valley of Lemuel, we will review all of the tools that we have been taught on how to draw near and gather strength from the Lord. We have been taught SO MUCH and we have only covered 16 chapters!
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1 Nephi 15-16:5
After Nephi had counseled his brothers on how to obtain answers to their questions (personal revelation) he answered their questions. He was able to do so because of his own personal searching of scripture, listening to the prophet of God, and seeking after personal revelation to learn more. On this week's podcast we learn the answer to 5 questions of his brethren. I am so grateful they asked! Because they did, we have additional information explained in a beautiful and clear way.
Questions are a part of the process that all of God's children go through as they come to understand His gospel and deepen their faith. This is a holy process between God and His child. I'm not sure when questions became a crisis of faith instead of a search to better come to know the mysteries of God. After this week's podcast, I hope that you will have a renewed commitment to search for the answers to your questions in the way God would have us find them.
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1 Nephi 15: 1-11
Nephi had just returned from being carried away in the spirit and receiving a glorious and horrific vision. As he returned to the tent of his father, he came across his brethren disputing the things which Lehi had prophesied unto them.
In this episode, we liken these scripture verses to how we may respond to our loved ones who may be questioning the gospel of Jesus Christ and his prophets. Also, we learn how we may more confidently seek answers to our prayers
Also refer to President Russel M. Nelson's conference talk from April 2018 "Revelation for the Church, Revelation for Our Lives"
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We are all apart of a team. In this even there are no sidelines. There are a choice of two team - either the Church of the Lamb of God or the Great and Abominable Church. The Saints of God vs the servants of the devil.
In this episode discover each team's jersey, their strategies, and what the final outcome will be.
Who's on the Lord's side? Who? Now is the time to show.
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1 Nephi 13
We believe the Bible to be the word of God, however, from Nephi's vision, we learn that many plain and precious things pertaining to the gospel of Jesus Christ, including covenants, were removed intentionally by the adversary. God's work among his children, however, will not be thwarted. God had a plan. He would manifest himself unto the remaining seed of Lehi and he would reveal many plain and precious truths. They would record them and when the timing was right, the Lord would make this record known unto the Gentiles beginning a marvelous work of restoration. We know this record as the Book of Mormon.
In this podcast we review some of the plain and precious things that Book of Mormon reveals, not only making it the perfect companion to the Bible, but securing it's role as an essential testament of Jesus Christ. For those who read and follow its teaching, the Book of Mormon empowers us by eliminating our stumbling blocks and empowering us with the power of God.
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The vision that answered Nephi's desire to see, to hear, and to know the things that his father saw was both glorious and horrific.
On this week's podcast we discuss the effects of the large and spacious building and the mists of darkness upon the children of men. The devil has a pattern of creating destruction and despair among the children of men. BUT the Lord's ways can not be thwarted and for those who choose him, the Lord always delivers in power, hope, and glory.
We see this cycle play out in the Nephite history as well as our early American history. Find out how simple things like birds, wind, and fog were used to deliver by the power of God.
credit: Seven Miracles that Saved America by Chris Stewart and Ted Stewart
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1 Nephi 11
Nephi desired to see, hear, and know the things in which his father testified of - the vision of the tree of life and what he prophesied of by the power of the spirit. He desired for all of these things to be made known to him. As he was pondering upon these desires, the spirit of the Lord appeared and asked him, "Behold, what desirest thou?"
What desirest thou is a future focused question. It doesn't dwell on what you were or what you currently can bring to the table. It is focused on what do you want to become! This isn't about being limited by your present circumstances (whatever they may be) but it is all about developing the root of your desire with the help of the Lord.
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1 Nephi 10 -11
Desire, Believe, and Ponder are all steps Nephi took to prepare for Personal Revelation. In this week's podcast we learn what our part is in learning to communicate with God.
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! Nephi 10
Being moved by the Holy Ghost, Lehi prophesied of things to come. His words must have been spine tingling as his family sat at his feet and heard of the coming destruction of Jerusalem, of Jesus Christ coming 600 years from the time they left Jerusalem, of his life, of a prophet who would prepare a way for him, of his ministry, of his death, but then ultimately his resurrection. Lehi testified of the purpose that the Lord had for them, that they were intended to be scattered, but would eventually be gathered. Just as John the Baptist prepared the people for the Lord's coming, Lehi prepared his people in the same way.
We have a prophet today and his job is the same as prophets of old, to prepare a way for us to come unto Jesus Christ. What did the prophet last say? How has your life changed because of his words? What are you doing to prepare yourself to come unto the Lord? As we listen to our prophet today, we can be filled with the same type of drive and hope that motivated Lehi's family to keep moving forward until they reached the Promised Land.
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I thought that I would capture my experience as I have been practicing this week's challenge to trust in God's plan, that He has a purpose that I don't fully know for me, but I know He knows everything from the beginning, that He can prepare a way for all of his works among the children of men to be accomplished and that I know that He has all power to fulfill all of His words.
Knowing all of this and practicing it can be two different things. That's what happens when you are a human learning eternal truths.
In this bonus episode, I explore some of my barriers that I experience in fulling trusting and how I work at breaking down them down so that I can align myself with God's purpose for me.
1 Nephi 9
In Chapter 9 Nephi takes a moment to let us in on an act of faith that he is currently experiencing. He was commanded to do something and he wasn't quite sure why, but he knew that it was "a wise purpose in him, which purpose I know not."
We can gain strength from Nephi's example and testimony for when we are asked to obey commandments we don't fully understand or receive personal revelation to act, yet we don't understand why. We can sometimes become impatient, waiting for the Lord's "wise purpose" to be made known to us, to manifest in some magnificent way, only to become dissappointed in our lack of clarity.
Nephi's testimony of God's characteristics of "knowing all things from the beginning," that He "prepareth a way to accomplish all of his works among the children of men," and that He has "all power to fulfill all of His words" can put our fears to rest. The Lord does not work in deficits and everything will be for our good. Promise!
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Book of Mormon 1 Nephi 8 and 1 Nephi 11
Lehi saw four groups of people moving about in his dream. Two of these groups actually made their way to the tree and partook of the fruit. However, one of the groups of people did not remain at the tree, but instead, moved into forbidden paths and were lost.
What was the difference between these two groups and why did one of the groups not value the nourishment that the tree and its fruit had to offer?
In this episode I refer to fear and the devastating effect it has on our ability to feel and act in love and how joy can allude us because of the myriad of toxic thoughts and feelings that fear fills us with. I refer to the work of Kim Giles and reference her book Choosing Clarity.
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Book of Mormon 1 Nephi 8 & 11
Dreams can have many interpretations and the dream of Lehi has been beautfiully explained in scripture, but it wasn't until I was pondering on the attribute of mercy that it occured to me, "What if the entire dream is all about Mercy?"
Join us this week as we further explore the christlike attribute of Mercy and the meaning of the Tree whose fruit was desirous, exceeding all whiteness, sweet, joyous to the soul, and precious above all.
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Book of Mormon 1 Nephi 7: 16-22
"Give me strength that I may burst these bands with which I am bound." These are the words of Nephi when he was overcome by his opposition (his brethren) who were planning on leaving him alone in the wilderness to be devoured by wild beasts.
What bands are binding you down? What particular tender mercy are you in need of from the Lord to help strengthen and deliver you. Listen to this week's podcast and receive tutoring from Nephi on how we can draw strength from the Lord during our most desperate times.
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Book of Mormon 1 Nephi 7: 1-15
Have you ever wondered, "What is a soft heart?" or "How do I develop a soft heart?"
On this week's podcast, we zoom in on the event in which the Lord softened the heart of Ishmael and his household to follow the sons of Lehi into the wilderness. Think about it. Isn't that a miraculous and bold move! How did Ishmael allow the Lord to soften his heart and to become moveable? While utilizing a talk given by Elder Marvin J Ashton "The Measure of Our Hearts'" we learn that a soft heart is 1) An honest heart 2) A willing heart 3) An understanding and a loving heart and 4) A heart that diligently remembers the Lord. Find out how Ishmael's heart meets these criteria and make a plan to personally meet it as well.
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President Russel M. Nelson, in April 2018 said that one of his concerns is that the Brothers and Sisters of the Church do not understand the Power and Authority of the Priesthood.
In this episode, we take a slight departure from the scriptures and discuss the power that righteous women posses because of the covenants that they have made. That power is priesthood power. Discover how women utilize this power and how the Lord expects us to.
References: Daughters in My Kingdom Chp 8, The Keys and Authority of the Priesthood by Elder Dallin H. Oaks, and A Plea to My SIsters by President Russell M. Nelson,
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Book of Mormon 1 Nephi 7: 1-3
The Lord commanded Lehi to send his sons back to the land of Jerusalem. It wasn't meet for Lehi and his family to travel alone into the wilderness and the sons of Lehi were commanded to bring Ishmael and his family along with them. The Lord intended his sons to marry. Specifically, the Lord intended for the sons of Lehi to "raise seed unto the Lord."
"Unto the Lord." A family raised "unto the Lord," stands apart. It begins with a marriage performed under God's Law and God's Authority that is bound not only in this world, but in the world to come.
Join us as we find a deeper appreciation for temple marriage and find strength in the covenants we have or can make in the house of the Lord
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Book of Mormon 1 Nephi 5
It is not very often that we have an opportunity to study a woman of the scriptures, but we are given an opportunity in the Book of Mormon to know Sariah. Sariah is the wife of Lehi and the mother of the four sons that we have been studying. What was this journey like for her? What were her thoughts about leaving her home? How did she reconcile between her questions and following her husband the prophet and his dreams?
Nephi records the distress of his mother and the doubts that arose in her. Despite her feelings of grief and fear she chose faith and was able to "know of a surety" that the Lord was directing their path. We will give honor to her experience and the woman that it made her into.
What experiences may you be wading through right now that just might be your "know of a surety" moments? Let Go and Let God just like Sariah did.
*So I ask for your mercy. The correct quote is "Now I know of a surety..." I mixed this up a few times in this episode. UGGGHHH. BUT, the message of the episode is still powerful, even if the messenger goofed :)
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Book of Mormon. 1 Nephi 3: 31-1 Nephi 4
In order to unify his brothers and to motivate them to, one more time, go and get the Brass Plates, Nephi relied on a shared experience in which they all could draw strength from. He referred to Moses and how the Lord delivered the Israelites from Pharoah's army. He reminded them that they knew this to be true and then asked, "Wherefore can ye doubt?"
Are we providing our children with "Wherefore can ye doubt" moments? Are we allowing them, recording them, remembering them, expressing gratitude for them, and celebrating them? Are we preserving them so that when our children face the "mighty Labans" in their life that they can remember the might of the Lord and ask themselves "Wherefore can ye doubt?"
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1 Nephi 3-4
How did Nephi obtain the Brass Plates? How did he move past his failure and reach success? It all began with his thoughts.
On this week's episode we apply the CTFAR model developed by Brooke Castillo (The Lifecoach School Podcast) and also taught by Jody Moore (Better Than Happy Podcast). We explore the power we have to choose how to think about the circumstances we face which create our feelings, which drive our actions, which produce our results. Comparing Laman and Lemuel's thoughts with the thoughts of Nephi gives intersting insight into the power that virtuous thoughts produce.
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1 Nephi 3 & 4
To shrink or to rise? That is the decision that Nephi was faced with when he was asked to do something hard. The Lord commanded the sons of Lehi to return back to Jerusalem and obtain the Brass Plates. But how were they supposed to accomplish their task if the Brass Plates were kept by a mighty man named Laban who had chased them out of his house and taken all of their property.
If the Lord asks us to do hard things, shouldn't he give a plan on how to do it? If he doesn't give us a plan, then what exactly does he expect from us? What did Nephi intend for us to understand when he said that "the Lord giveth no commandments unto the children of men, save he shall prepare a way for them that they may accomplish the thing which he commandeth them." (1 Nephi 3:7). What is the Lord's role?
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1 Nephi 3: 1-4
The Brass plates were not only a record of the Jews consisting of the words of God as spoken by the prophets, but it also contained the genealogy of Lehi. Is travel back to Jerusalem to obtain their family history worth the risk? We know the right answer is YES, but listen to this episode to but some teeth into that answer. The power of your own family history may surprise you.
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1 Nephi 3: 1-4
Why would the Lord command Lehi's sons to return back to Jerusalem and obtain the Brass Plates? This was no easy task. It required traveling back through the wilderness, confronting a mighty man whom the Brass Plates belonged to, and then traveling back to the Valley of Lemuel.
These plates must have been crucial to the salvation of Lehi and his seed. Find out how the Brass Plates provided Spiritual Grounding to Lehi's family just like the Book of Mormon provides that for us.
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1 Nephi 2: 17
In the Book of Mormon, we have the powerful teachings of Nephi and the contentious murmurings of Laman and Lemuel, but we only have the faithful actions of Sam. Another son of Lehi, Son shows us the great worth of being a discerner of spirits, following the prophet, and being obedient and firm in his testimony. The world needs more Sams!
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1 Nephi 2: 19-24
Nephi was promised that if he keep the Lord's commandments, he will prosper, he will be led to a land of promise, and that he will be made a ruler and a teacher over his brethren. This week's podcast will liken Nephi's blessings unto us and how we experience these same blessings today.
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1 Nephi 2: 16
What if we were to stop ranking our experiences with the spirit? What if we were to stop assigning the degree of confidence we allow ourselves to feel when we receive manifestations of the spirit? No doubt we would have confidence if it was a face to face encounter, but if it's just a thought or a feeling....well.......
I love how Nephi, in a moment of concern, turned to the Lord. He had great desire to know the mysteries of God and so he turned to him in prayer. He cried unto the Lord and proclaimed, "He did visit me." We aren't sure exactly what that means, but we know what that visitation produced. It changed Nephi and if we allow ourselves to recognize when the Lord visits us, it can change us too.
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1 Nephi 2: 14-16
Father Lehi had had enough! He was tired of the murmuring, complaining, insults, and resistance of his eldest sons Laman and Lemuel. So he did what every parent at one time or another does, we lay down the law - except he did it being filled with the Holy Ghost. It confounded his sons and for the first time on their trip they stopped murmuring and complied - but only temporarily.
Listen to today's episode and discover what the difference is between directing behaviors and guiding the hearts of our children as we teach them to seek God.
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We continue to move through the characteristics of God found in Lectures on Faith. We learn in order for our faith to be productive we must have a correct knowledge of God's characteristics and attributes. We must believe He is who He says He is. In this episode we learn that He is the God of Truth and Cannot Lie, He is Not a Respector of Persons, and He is a God of Love.
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1 Nephi 2
If Nephi said that Laman and Lemuel murmured "because they knew not the dealings of that God who had created them," (1 Nephi 2:12) doesn't that make knowing God's characteristics and attributes necessary to exercise our faith in him? To see his hand in our lives? To temper our complaining and rebellion?
While referring to Lectures on Faith, this podcast will focus on the first three characteristics - That God is the Creator and Upholder of All Things, That He is Merciful and Gracious, Slow to Anger, and Abundant in Goodness, and that He Changes Not. Hopefully, by the end of this episode you can see areas of weakness in your faith that need fortifing so that your faith can become productive. He wants us to know Him so we can understanding His dealings.
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"Don't be a Laman or a Lemuel!" These 7 words, to an LDS person are a complete sermon.
1) It is a warning against Murmuring! What is murmuring? AND Why do we do it?
2) It is a warning against being stiffnecked. That's a funny word! Join us to discover what that means.
3) It is a warning against being a disrespectful family member. Learn why this warning is applicable for every member of the family unit.
4) And finally - the last is more of an invitation - Come to know for yourself the dealings and mysteries of God.
Read this week Lectures on Faith - specifically Lectures 3 and 4. Ponder how knowing the attributes and characteristics of God actually can increase our power of faith and can help us be at ease with the Lord's plan for us.
Don't Be A Laman or a Lemuel!
Come to know Heavenly Father and your Savior, Jesus Christ in a more personal way.
Referred to in this episode: "Murmur Not," by Elder Neal A Maxwell
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President Ezra Taft Benson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints summed up Pride as Enmity Towards God and Enmity Towards Our Fellowmen. Enmity is hostility to, hatred for, or a state of opposition. Pride began before this life here on earth and is the "Universal Sin." We all struggle with it from time to time! BUT knowing what it is can help us to minimize it and help us move towards humility. Learn how Enmity Towards God began and discover whose side you are actually choosing when you feel hostility towards Him. Also, learn the "4 Cs" of Enmity Towards our Fellowmen - Conceit, Contention, Competition, and Lack of Confidence.
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Departing from Pride isn't like your typical road trip. It's a journey! So don't worry about packing a lifetime of provisions. Just gather what you need for your first step and depart. There will be stops along the way to gather more supplies. There will be times in which you'll camp for a while. And there will come a time when the spirit will confirm that you've done well and that it's time to move on. Departing from Pride is one step at a time for a lifetime. The Book of Mormon will be our most important provision. Partake of its nutrients DAILY!
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1 Nephi 2
Around 600 B.C., Jerusalem was not a place friendly to the prophets of God. How remarkable is it then that Lehi was found listening to the prophets and accepted a call from the Lord to preach repentance unto the people? When he had sufficiently delivered the Lord's message, the tender mercies of the Lord offered Lehi protection by warning him to leave Jerusalem in order to spare his life.
The Book of Mormon can be seen as an epic invitation for us to depart also - to depart from pride. We invte you to accept this invitation and begin your journey by reading President Ezra Taft Benson's 1989 General Conference Talk, "Beware of Pride."
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1 Nephi 1
What is the key to Nephi's success, determination, and positivity? Lucky for us, he doesn't keep it a secret.
He knew the goodness of God! He saw it, felt it, and was blessed by it. He knew who his power source was. It was the gift giver, the one making him mighty and delivering him over and over again.
It was the Lord!
And the Lord was showing up for him, just like He does for you, by bestowing His tender mercies upon us.
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President Spencer W. Kimball of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, in 1979 expressed a desire for our homes to be blessed with Sister Scriptorians. What an amazing Call to Action! There are plenty of opportunities to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of life, but as we purposely chissel out time to read our scriptures and receive insights from our Heavenly Father, we will be given the strength to keep moving forward.
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