15 Wherefore, I, Nephi, did strive to keep the commandments of the Lord, and I did exhort my brethren to faithfulness and diligence. 16 And it came to pass that I did make tools of the ore which I did molten out of the rock. 17 And when my brethren saw that I was about... Continue Reading →
Zoram Did Take Courage at the Words Which I Spake – 1 Nephi 4:28-30, 33, 35
28 And it came to pass that when Laman saw me he was exceedingly frightened, and also Lemuel and Sam. And they fled from before my presence; for they supposed it was Laban, and that he had slain me and had sought to take away their lives also. 29 And it came to pass that... Continue Reading →
What Say Ye, My Sons? – Alma 56:43-44
43 And now, whether they were overtaken by Antipus we knew not, but I said unto my men: Behold, we know not but they have halted for the purpose that we should come against them, that they might catch us in their snare; 44 Therefore what say ye, my sons, will ye go against them... Continue Reading →
Lessons from Alma
During November, I studied all of the chapters in the Book of Mormon which contain the teachings of Alma. Here are some of the principles I learned, grouped by category: Leadership Don't delay difficult conversations. Hold the conversation by (1) stating the problem clearly, (2) addressing any misunderstandings which may have caused or exacerbated the... Continue Reading →
Ye Ought to Have Stirred Yourselves More Diligently – Alma 60:8-10
8 Yea, even they who have looked up to you for protection, yea, have placed you in a situation that ye might have succored them, yea, ye might have sent armies unto them, to have strengthened them, and have saved thousands of them from falling by the sword. 9 But behold, this is not all—ye... Continue Reading →
Ye Cannot Hide Your Crimes from God – Alma 39:7-8
7 And now, my son, I would to God that ye had not been guilty of so great a crime. I would not dwell upon your crimes, to harrow up your soul, if it were not for your good. 8 But behold, ye cannot hide your crimes from God; and except ye repent they will... Continue Reading →
Let Us Be Wise – Mosiah 29:8-10
8 Now I say unto you let us be wise and consider these things, for we have no right to destroy my son, neither should we have any right to destroy another if he should be appointed in his stead. 9 And if my son should turn again to his pride and vain things he... Continue Reading →
I Am Like As Yourselves – Mosiah 2:10-11
10 I have not commanded you to come up hither that ye should fear me, or that ye should think that I of myself am more than a mortal man. 11 But I am like as yourselves, subject to all manner of infirmities in body and mind; yet I have been chosen by this people,... Continue Reading →
Lessons from the Writings of Isaiah
During the month of September, I've studied the chapters in the Book of Mormon which are quoted from the Book of Isaiah. Here are some of the principles I've learned and tried to apply to my life: Gratitude We are more productive when we are grateful. Gratitude also inspires us to serve willingly. When we notice... Continue Reading →
A Marvelous Work and a Wonder – 2 Nephi 27:25-26
25 Forasmuch as this people draw near unto me with their mouth, and with their lips do honor me, but have removed their hearts far from me, and their fear towards me is taught by the precepts of men— 26 Therefore, I will proceed to do a marvelous work among this people, yea, a marvelous... Continue Reading →