The prophet Alma told the people in the city of Gideon that he wanted them to be "temperate in all things" (Alma 7:23). He later gave the same counsel to his son Shiblon (Alma 38:10). To be temperate is to be restrained, moderate, self-controlled, or disciplined (Oxford English Dictionary). The apostle Paul taught the Corinthians... Continue Reading →
What Does It Mean to Be Temperate in All Things?
While serving as high priest over the church, Alma delivered a series of sermons in different cities. He admonished the people in the city of Gideon to be "temperate in all things" (Alma 7:23). He later gave the same advice to his son Shiblon (Alma 38:10). The apostles Paul and Peter both emphasized the importance... Continue Reading →
How Is Jesus Both “the Father and the Son?”
The atonement of Jesus Christ was a real victory. Even though He was the omnipotent God, He was subject to the same weaknesses we experience as mortals.
And Also from Everlasting Death – 2 Nephi 10:25
25 Wherefore, may God raise you from death by the power of the resurrection, and also from everlasting death by the power of the atonement, that ye may be received into the eternal kingdom of God, that ye may praise him through grace divine. Amen. (2 Nephi 10:25) I've been thinking today about physical and... Continue Reading →
Lessons from Wars in the Book of Mormon
Here are some lessons I've learned from chapters about war in the Book of Mormon:
1. Let adversity bring you closer to God.
2. Act with integrity, and focus on your top priorities.
3. Master your passions and control negative emotions.
4. Preparation is essential.
“Being a Man of Much Passion” – Alma 50:29-31
29 Therefore, Morianton put it into their hearts that they should flee to the land which was northward, which was covered with large bodies of water, and take possession of the land which was northward. 30 And behold, they would have carried this plan into effect, (which would have been a cause to have been... Continue Reading →