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Our knowledge of our covenants will be restored to us in the last days. (note for 3 Nephi 5:25) |
| May 16, 2012 at 08:37 AM |
Note: Our knowledge of our covenants will be restored to us in the last days.
3 Nephi 5:25
And as he hath covenanted with all the house of Jacob, even so shall the covenant wherewith he hath covenanted with the house of Jacob be fulfilled in his own due time, unto the restoring all the house of Jacob unto the knowledge of the covenant that he hath covenanted with them.
3 Nephi 5:25
And as he hath covenanted with all the house of Jacob, even so shall the covenant wherewith he hath covenanted with the house of Jacob be fulfilled in his own due time, unto the restoring all the house of Jacob unto the knowledge of the covenant that he hath covenanted with them.
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We must have a change of heart to have the gospel in our lives. (note for 3 Nephi 5:5) |
| May 16, 2012 at 08:35 AM |
Note: We must have a change of heart to have the gospel in our lives.
3 Nephi 5:5
But as many as there were who did not enter into a covenant, and who did still continue to have those secret murders in their hearts, yea, as many as were found breathing out threatenings against their brethren were condemned and punished according to the law.
3 Nephi 5:5
But as many as there were who did not enter into a covenant, and who did still continue to have those secret murders in their hearts, yea, as many as were found breathing out threatenings against their brethren were condemned and punished according to the law.
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We must forsake our sins to truly serve God. (note for 3 Nephi 5:3) |
| May 16, 2012 at 08:34 AM |
Note: We must forsake our sins to truly serve God.
3 Nephi 5:3
Therefore they did forsake all their sins, and their abominations, and their whoredoms, and did serve God with all diligence day and night.
3 Nephi 5:3
Therefore they did forsake all their sins, and their abominations, and their whoredoms, and did serve God with all diligence day and night.
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We must thank Heavenly Father for His protection and looking out for us. (note for 3 Nephi 4:30) |
| May 9, 2012 at 02:28 PM |
Note: We must thank Heavenly Father for His protection and looking out for us.
3 Nephi 4:30
And they did rejoice and cry again with one voice, saying: May the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, protect this people in righteousness, so long as they shall call on the name of their God for protection.
3 Nephi 4:30
And they did rejoice and cry again with one voice, saying: May the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, protect this people in righteousness, so long as they shall call on the name of their God for protection.
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We must thank Heavenly Father for His protection and looking out for us. (note for 3 Nephi 4:30) |
| May 9, 2012 at 02:28 PM |
Note: We must thank Heavenly Father for His protection and looking out for us.
3 Nephi 4:30
And they did rejoice and cry again with one voice, saying: May the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, protect this people in righteousness, so long as they shall call on the name of their God for protection.
3 Nephi 4:30
And they did rejoice and cry again with one voice, saying: May the God of Abraham, and the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob, protect this people in righteousness, so long as they shall call on the name of their God for protection.
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When we are prepared, the Lord blesses us. (note for 3 Nephi 4:18) |
| May 9, 2012 at 02:26 PM |
Note: When we are prepared, the Lord blesses us.
3 Nephi 4:18
But behold, this was an advantage to the Nephites; for it was impossible for the robbers to lay siege sufficiently long to have any effect upon the Nephites, because of their much provision which they had laid up in store,
3 Nephi 4:18
But behold, this was an advantage to the Nephites; for it was impossible for the robbers to lay siege sufficiently long to have any effect upon the Nephites, because of their much provision which they had laid up in store,
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We should rely on and ask the Lord for protection. (note for 3 Nephi 4:10) |
| May 9, 2012 at 02:26 PM |
Note: We should rely on and ask the Lord for protection.
3 Nephi 4:10
But in this thing they were disappointed, for the Nephites did not fear them; but they did fear their God and did supplicate him for protection; therefore, when the armies of Giddianhi did rush upon them they were prepared to meet them; yea, in the strength of the Lord they did receive them.
3 Nephi 4:10
But in this thing they were disappointed, for the Nephites did not fear them; but they did fear their God and did supplicate him for protection; therefore, when the armies of Giddianhi did rush upon them they were prepared to meet them; yea, in the strength of the Lord they did receive them.
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We should rely on and ask the Lord for protection. (note for 3 Nephi 4:10) |
| May 9, 2012 at 02:26 PM |
Note: We should rely on and ask the Lord for protection.
3 Nephi 4:10
But in this thing they were disappointed, for the Nephites did not fear them; but they did fear their God and did supplicate him for protection; therefore, when the armies of Giddianhi did rush upon them they were prepared to meet them; yea, in the strength of the Lord they did receive them.
3 Nephi 4:10
But in this thing they were disappointed, for the Nephites did not fear them; but they did fear their God and did supplicate him for protection; therefore, when the armies of Giddianhi did rush upon them they were prepared to meet them; yea, in the strength of the Lord they did receive them.
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Preparedness is vital. (note for 3 Nephi 4:4) |
| May 9, 2012 at 02:25 PM |
Note: Preparedness is vital.
3 Nephi 4:4
Therefore, there was no chance for the robbers to plunder and to obtain food, save it were to come up in open battle against the Nephites; and the Nephites being in one body, and having so great a number, and having reserved for themselves provisions, and horses and cattle, and flocks of every kind, that they might subsist for the space of seven years, in the which time they did hope to destroy the robbers from off the face of the land; and thus the eighteenth year did pass away.
3 Nephi 4:4
Therefore, there was no chance for the robbers to plunder and to obtain food, save it were to come up in open battle against the Nephites; and the Nephites being in one body, and having so great a number, and having reserved for themselves provisions, and horses and cattle, and flocks of every kind, that they might subsist for the space of seven years, in the which time they did hope to destroy the robbers from off the face of the land; and thus the eighteenth year did pass away.
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We must always be prepared and follow instructions. (note for 3 Nephi 3:26) |
| May 3, 2012 at 06:40 PM |
Note: We must always be prepared and follow instructions.
3 Nephi 3:26
And they were exceedingly sorrowful because of their enemies. And Gidgiddoni did cause that they should make weapons of war of every kind, and they should be strong with armor, and with shields, and with bucklers, after the manner of his instruction.
3 Nephi 3:26
And they were exceedingly sorrowful because of their enemies. And Gidgiddoni did cause that they should make weapons of war of every kind, and they should be strong with armor, and with shields, and with bucklers, after the manner of his instruction.
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We should choose leaders who are people of faith. (note for 3 Nephi 3:19) |
| May 3, 2012 at 06:40 PM |
Note: We should choose leaders who are people of faith.
3 Nephi 3:19
Now it was the custom among all the Nephites to appoint for their chief captains, (save it were in their times of wickedness) some one that had the spirit of revelation and also prophecy; therefore, this Gidgiddoni was a great prophet among them, as also was the chief judge.
3 Nephi 3:19
Now it was the custom among all the Nephites to appoint for their chief captains, (save it were in their times of wickedness) some one that had the spirit of revelation and also prophecy; therefore, this Gidgiddoni was a great prophet among them, as also was the chief judge.
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We can only be delivered if we have faith. (note for 3 Nephi 3:15) |
| May 3, 2012 at 06:39 PM |
Note: We can only be delivered if we have faith.
3 Nephi 3:15
Yea, he said unto them: As the Lord liveth, except ye repent of all your iniquities, and cry unto the Lord, ye will in nowise be delivered out of the hands of those Gadianton robbers.
3 Nephi 3:15
Yea, he said unto them: As the Lord liveth, except ye repent of all your iniquities, and cry unto the Lord, ye will in nowise be delivered out of the hands of those Gadianton robbers.
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We should always be prepared. (note for 3 Nephi 3:14) |
| May 3, 2012 at 06:39 PM |
Note: We should always be prepared.
3 Nephi 3:14
And he caused that fortifications should be built round about them, and the strength thereof should be exceedingly great. And he caused that armies, both of the Nephites and of the Lamanites, or of all them who were numbered among the Nephites, should be placed as guards round about to watch them, and to guard them from the robbers day and night.
3 Nephi 3:14
And he caused that fortifications should be built round about them, and the strength thereof should be exceedingly great. And he caused that armies, both of the Nephites and of the Lamanites, or of all them who were numbered among the Nephites, should be placed as guards round about to watch them, and to guard them from the robbers day and night.
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We should not be intimidated by the wicked. (note for 3 Nephi 3:12) |
| May 3, 2012 at 06:38 PM |
Note: We should not be intimidated by the wicked.
3 Nephi 3:12
Now behold, this Lachoneus, the governor, was a just man, and could not be frightened by the demands and the threatenings of a robber; therefore he did not hearken to the epistle of Giddianhi, the governor of the robbers, but he did cause that his people should cry unto the Lord for strength against the time that the robbers should come down against them.
3 Nephi 3:12
Now behold, this Lachoneus, the governor, was a just man, and could not be frightened by the demands and the threatenings of a robber; therefore he did not hearken to the epistle of Giddianhi, the governor of the robbers, but he did cause that his people should cry unto the Lord for strength against the time that the robbers should come down against them.
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When people do not believe that which they have seen, Satan can cause them to do wicked things. (note for 3 Nephi 2:3) |
| April 29, 2012 at 09:48 AM |
Note: When people do not believe that which they have seen, Satan can cause them to do wicked things.
3 Nephi 2:3
And it came to pass that the people began to wax strong in wickedness and abominations; and they did not believe that there should be any more signs or wonders given; and Satan did go about, leading away the hearts of the people, tempting them and causing them that they should do great wickedness in the land.
3 Nephi 2:3
And it came to pass that the people began to wax strong in wickedness and abominations; and they did not believe that there should be any more signs or wonders given; and Satan did go about, leading away the hearts of the people, tempting them and causing them that they should do great wickedness in the land.
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A people can be destroyed because of their iniquity. (note for 3 Nephi 2:19) |
| April 29, 2012 at 09:47 AM |
Note: A people can be destroyed because of their iniquity.
3 Nephi 2:19
And thus ended the fifteenth year, and thus were the people in a state of many afflictions; and the sword of destruction did hang over them, insomuch that they were about to be smitten down by it, and this because of their iniquity.
3 Nephi 2:19
And thus ended the fifteenth year, and thus were the people in a state of many afflictions; and the sword of destruction did hang over them, insomuch that they were about to be smitten down by it, and this because of their iniquity.
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Satan tries to convince people that the gospel of Christ is foolish to believe in. (note for 3 Nephi 2:2) |
| April 29, 2012 at 09:46 AM |
Note: Satan tries to convince people that the gospel of Christ is foolish to believe in.
3 Nephi 2:2
Imagining up some vain thing in their hearts, that it was wrought by men and by the power of the devil, to lead away and deceive the hearts of the people; and thus did Satan get possession of the hearts of the people again, insomuch that he did blind their eyes and lead them away to believe that the doctrine of Christ was a foolish and a vain thing.
3 Nephi 2:2
Imagining up some vain thing in their hearts, that it was wrought by men and by the power of the devil, to lead away and deceive the hearts of the people; and thus did Satan get possession of the hearts of the people again, insomuch that he did blind their eyes and lead them away to believe that the doctrine of Christ was a foolish and a vain thing.
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We shouldn't be discouraged by naysayers. People look for reasons to not believe. (note for 3 Nephi 1:7) |
| April 28, 2012 at 08:00 AM |
Note: We shouldn't be discouraged by naysayers. People look for reasons to not believe.
3 Nephi 1:7
And it came to pass that they did make a great uproar throughout the land; and the people who believed began to be very sorrowful, lest by any means those things which had been spoken might not come to pass.
3 Nephi 1:7
And it came to pass that they did make a great uproar throughout the land; and the people who believed began to be very sorrowful, lest by any means those things which had been spoken might not come to pass.
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Prophecies are always fulfilled. (note for 3 Nephi 1:13) |
| April 28, 2012 at 07:59 AM |
Note: Prophecies are always fulfilled.
3 Nephi 1:13
Lift up your head and be of good cheer; for behold, the time is at hand, and on this night shall the sign be given, and on the morrow come I into the world, to show unto the world that I will fulfil all that which I have caused to be spoken by the mouth of my holy prophets.
3 Nephi 1:13
Lift up your head and be of good cheer; for behold, the time is at hand, and on this night shall the sign be given, and on the morrow come I into the world, to show unto the world that I will fulfil all that which I have caused to be spoken by the mouth of my holy prophets.
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Those who do not believe will realize they were wrong. (note for 3 Nephi 1:18) |
| April 28, 2012 at 07:59 AM |
Note: Those who do not believe will realize they were wrong.
3 Nephi 1:18
For they knew that the prophets had testified of these things for many years, and that the sign which had been given was already at hand; and they began to fear because of their iniquity and their unbelief.
3 Nephi 1:18
For they knew that the prophets had testified of these things for many years, and that the sign which had been given was already at hand; and they began to fear because of their iniquity and their unbelief.
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Some will not believe despite all the signs given to them. (note for Helaman 16:23) |
| April 27, 2012 at 09:05 AM |
Note: Some will not believe despite all the signs given to them.
Helaman 16:23
And notwithstanding the signs and the wonders which were wrought among the people of the Lord, and the many miracles which they did, Satan did get great hold upon the hearts of the people upon all the face of the land.
Helaman 16:23
And notwithstanding the signs and the wonders which were wrought among the people of the Lord, and the many miracles which they did, Satan did get great hold upon the hearts of the people upon all the face of the land.
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We cannot understand the gospel with the rational mind. (note for Helaman 16:18) |
| April 27, 2012 at 09:03 AM |
Note: We cannot understand the gospel with the rational mind.
Helaman 16:18
That it is not reasonable that such a being as a Christ shall come; if so, and he be the Son of God, the Father of heaven and of earth, as it has been spoken, why will he not show himself unto us as well as unto them who shall be at Jerusalem?
Helaman 16:18
That it is not reasonable that such a being as a Christ shall come; if so, and he be the Son of God, the Father of heaven and of earth, as it has been spoken, why will he not show himself unto us as well as unto them who shall be at Jerusalem?
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God will protect his missionaries. (note for Helaman 16:2) |
| April 27, 2012 at 09:02 AM |
Note: God will protect his missionaries.
Helaman 16:2
But as many as there were who did not believe in the words of Samuel were angry with him; and they cast stones at him upon the wall, and also many shot arrows at him as he stood upon the wall; but the Spirit of the Lord was with him, insomuch that they could not hit him with their stones neither with their arrows.
Helaman 16:2
But as many as there were who did not believe in the words of Samuel were angry with him; and they cast stones at him upon the wall, and also many shot arrows at him as he stood upon the wall; but the Spirit of the Lord was with him, insomuch that they could not hit him with their stones neither with their arrows.
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Nephites will be destroyed bid they don't repent because they do not believe despite what they know and have seen. (note for Helaman 15:17) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:52 PM |
Note: Nephites will be destroyed bid they don't repent because they do not believe despite what they know and have seen.
Helaman 15:17
And now behold, saith the Lord, concerning the people of the Nephites: If they will not repent, and observe to do my will, I will utterly destroy them, saith the Lord, because of their unbelief notwithstanding the many mighty works which I have done among them; and as surely as the Lord liveth shall these things be, saith the Lord.
Helaman 15:17
And now behold, saith the Lord, concerning the people of the Nephites: If they will not repent, and observe to do my will, I will utterly destroy them, saith the Lord, because of their unbelief notwithstanding the many mighty works which I have done among them; and as surely as the Lord liveth shall these things be, saith the Lord.
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Nephites will be destroyed bid they don't repent because they do not believe despite what they know and have seen. (note for Helaman 15:17) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:52 PM |
Note: Nephites will be destroyed bid they don't repent because they do not believe despite what they know and have seen.
Helaman 15:17
And now behold, saith the Lord, concerning the people of the Nephites: If they will not repent, and observe to do my will, I will utterly destroy them, saith the Lord, because of their unbelief notwithstanding the many mighty works which I have done among them; and as surely as the Lord liveth shall these things be, saith the Lord.
Helaman 15:17
And now behold, saith the Lord, concerning the people of the Nephites: If they will not repent, and observe to do my will, I will utterly destroy them, saith the Lord, because of their unbelief notwithstanding the many mighty works which I have done among them; and as surely as the Lord liveth shall these things be, saith the Lord.
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Even if Lamanites dwindle in unbelief, they will not perish because they will be restored to the truth. (note for Helaman 15:11) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:50 PM |
Note: Even if Lamanites dwindle in unbelief, they will not perish because they will be restored to the truth.
Helaman 15:11
Yea, even if they should dwindle in unbelief the Lord shall prolong their days, until the time shall come which hath been spoken of by our fathers, and also by the prophet Zenos, and many other prophets, concerning the restoration of our brethren, the Lamanites, again to the knowledge of the truth—
Helaman 15:11
Yea, even if they should dwindle in unbelief the Lord shall prolong their days, until the time shall come which hath been spoken of by our fathers, and also by the prophet Zenos, and many other prophets, concerning the restoration of our brethren, the Lamanites, again to the knowledge of the truth—
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We are chastened because God loves us and wants us to cease sinning. (note for Helaman 15:3) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:48 PM |
Note: We are chastened because God loves us and wants us to cease sinning.
Helaman 15:3
Yea, wo unto this people who are called the people of Nephi except they shall repent, when they shall see all these signs and wonders which shall be showed unto them; for behold, they have been a chosen people of the Lord; yea, the people of Nephi hath he loved, and also hath he chastened them; yea, in the days of their iniquities hath he chastened them because he loveth them.
Helaman 15:3
Yea, wo unto this people who are called the people of Nephi except they shall repent, when they shall see all these signs and wonders which shall be showed unto them; for behold, they have been a chosen people of the Lord; yea, the people of Nephi hath he loved, and also hath he chastened them; yea, in the days of their iniquities hath he chastened them because he loveth them.
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No darkness the night before Christ is born. (note for Helaman 14:3) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:47 PM |
Note: No darkness the night before Christ is born.
Helaman 14:3
And behold, this will I give unto you for a sign at the time of his coming; for behold, there shall be great lights in heaven, insomuch that in the night before he cometh there shall be no darkness, insomuch that it shall appear unto man as if it was day.
Helaman 14:3
And behold, this will I give unto you for a sign at the time of his coming; for behold, there shall be great lights in heaven, insomuch that in the night before he cometh there shall be no darkness, insomuch that it shall appear unto man as if it was day.
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There shall be a bright star at Christ's birth. (note for Helaman 14:5) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:47 PM |
Note: There shall be a bright star at Christ's birth.
Helaman 14:5
And behold, there shall a new star arise, such an one as ye never have beheld; and this also shall be a sign unto you.
Helaman 14:5
And behold, there shall a new star arise, such an one as ye never have beheld; and this also shall be a sign unto you.
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Christ had to die so we may return to Heavenly Father. (note for Helaman 14:15) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:46 PM |
Note: Christ had to die so we may return to Heavenly Father.
Helaman 14:15
For behold, he surely must die that salvation may come; yea, it behooveth him and becometh expedient that he dieth, to bring to pass the resurrection of the dead, that thereby men may be brought into the presence of the Lord.
Helaman 14:15
For behold, he surely must die that salvation may come; yea, it behooveth him and becometh expedient that he dieth, to bring to pass the resurrection of the dead, that thereby men may be brought into the presence of the Lord.
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Three days of darkness until Christ is resurrected. (note for Helaman 14:20) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:45 PM |
Note: Three days of darkness until Christ is resurrected.
Helaman 14:20
But behold, as I said unto you concerning another sign, a sign of his death, behold, in that day that he shall suffer death the sun shall be darkened and refuse to give his light unto you; and also the moon and the stars; and there shall be no light upon the face of this land, even from the time that he shall suffer death, for the space of three days, to the time that he shall rise again from the dead.
Helaman 14:20
But behold, as I said unto you concerning another sign, a sign of his death, behold, in that day that he shall suffer death the sun shall be darkened and refuse to give his light unto you; and also the moon and the stars; and there shall be no light upon the face of this land, even from the time that he shall suffer death, for the space of three days, to the time that he shall rise again from the dead.
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We have knowledge to choose good or evil and have it restored to us. (note for Helaman 14:31) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:44 PM |
Note: We have knowledge to choose good or evil and have it restored to us.
Helaman 14:31
He hath given unto you that ye might know good from evil, and he hath given unto you that ye might choose life or death; and ye can do good and be restored unto that which is good, or have that which is good restored unto you; or ye can do evil, and have that which is evil restored unto you.
Helaman 14:31
He hath given unto you that ye might know good from evil, and he hath given unto you that ye might choose life or death; and ye can do good and be restored unto that which is good, or have that which is good restored unto you; or ye can do evil, and have that which is evil restored unto you.
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We may act for ourselves because God made us free. So, if we do evil, we do it to ourselves. (note for Helaman 14:30) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:44 PM |
Note: We may act for ourselves because God made us free. So, if we do evil, we do it to ourselves.
Helaman 14:30
And now remember, remember, my brethren, that whosoever perisheth, perisheth unto himself; and whosoever doeth iniquity, doeth it unto himself; for behold, ye are free; ye are permitted to act for yourselves; for behold, God hath given unto you a knowledge and he hath made you free.
Helaman 14:30
And now remember, remember, my brethren, that whosoever perisheth, perisheth unto himself; and whosoever doeth iniquity, doeth it unto himself; for behold, ye are free; ye are permitted to act for yourselves; for behold, God hath given unto you a knowledge and he hath made you free.
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Seeking happiness in iniquity is contrary to righteousness. (note for Helaman 13:38) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:43 PM |
Note: Seeking happiness in iniquity is contrary to righteousness.
Helaman 13:38
But behold, your days of probation are past; ye have procrastinated the day of your salvation until it is everlastingly too late, and your destruction is made sure; yea, for ye have sought all the days of your lives for that which ye could not obtain; and ye have sought for happiness in doing iniquity, which thing is contrary to the nature of that righteousness which is in our great and Eternal Head.
Helaman 13:38
But behold, your days of probation are past; ye have procrastinated the day of your salvation until it is everlastingly too late, and your destruction is made sure; yea, for ye have sought all the days of your lives for that which ye could not obtain; and ye have sought for happiness in doing iniquity, which thing is contrary to the nature of that righteousness which is in our great and Eternal Head.
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Those who hide treasure in Earth will not recover them. (note for Helaman 13:18) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:42 PM |
Note: Those who hide treasure in Earth will not recover them.
Helaman 13:18
And it shall come to pass, saith the Lord of Hosts, yea, our great and true God, that whoso shall hide up treasures in the earth shall find them again no more, because of the great curse of the land, save he be a righteous man and shall hide it up unto the Lord.
Helaman 13:18
And it shall come to pass, saith the Lord of Hosts, yea, our great and true God, that whoso shall hide up treasures in the earth shall find them again no more, because of the great curse of the land, save he be a righteous man and shall hide it up unto the Lord.
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If we repent and turn to God, we may be saved. (note for Helaman 13:11) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:41 PM |
Note: If we repent and turn to God, we may be saved.
Helaman 13:11
But if ye will repent and return unto the Lord your God I will turn away mine anger, saith the Lord; yea, thus saith the Lord, blessed are they who will repent and turn unto me, but wo unto him that repenteth not.
Helaman 13:11
But if ye will repent and return unto the Lord your God I will turn away mine anger, saith the Lord; yea, thus saith the Lord, blessed are they who will repent and turn unto me, but wo unto him that repenteth not.
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Nothing can save except repentance and the atonement. (note for Helaman 13:6) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:41 PM |
Note: Nothing can save except repentance and the atonement.
Helaman 13:6
Yea, heavy destruction awaiteth this people, and it surely cometh unto this people, and nothing can save this people save it be repentance and faith on the Lord Jesus Christ, who surely shall come into the world, and shall suffer many things and shall be slain for his people.
Helaman 13:6
Yea, heavy destruction awaiteth this people, and it surely cometh unto this people, and nothing can save this people save it be repentance and faith on the Lord Jesus Christ, who surely shall come into the world, and shall suffer many things and shall be slain for his people.
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Those who repent are saved. (note for Helaman 12:23) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:40 PM |
Note: Those who repent are saved.
Helaman 12:23
Therefore, blessed are they who will repent and hearken unto the voice of the Lord their God; for these are they that shall be saved.
Helaman 12:23
Therefore, blessed are they who will repent and hearken unto the voice of the Lord their God; for these are they that shall be saved.
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We fall into sin more quickly than out of it. (note for Helaman 12:5) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:40 PM |
Note: We fall into sin more quickly than out of it.
Helaman 12:5
Yea, how quick to be lifted up in pride; yea, how quick to boast, and do all manner of that which is iniquity; and how slow are they to remember the Lord their God, and to give ear unto his counsels, yea, how slow to walk in wisdom's paths!
Helaman 12:5
Yea, how quick to be lifted up in pride; yea, how quick to boast, and do all manner of that which is iniquity; and how slow are they to remember the Lord their God, and to give ear unto his counsels, yea, how slow to walk in wisdom's paths!
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When we do not have trials, we can forget God. (note for Helaman 12:2) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:39 PM |
Note: When we do not have trials, we can forget God.
Helaman 12:2
Yea, and we may see at the very time when he doth prosper his people, yea, in the increase of their fields, their flocks and their herds, and in gold, and in silver, and in all manner of precious things of every kind and art; sparing their lives, and delivering them out of the hands of their enemies; softening the hearts of their enemies that they should not declare wars against them; yea, and in fine, doing all things for the welfare and happiness of his people; yea, then is the time that they do harden their hearts, and do forget the Lord their God, and do trample under their feet the Holy One—yea, and this because of their ease, and their exceedingly great prosperity.
Helaman 12:2
Yea, and we may see at the very time when he doth prosper his people, yea, in the increase of their fields, their flocks and their herds, and in gold, and in silver, and in all manner of precious things of every kind and art; sparing their lives, and delivering them out of the hands of their enemies; softening the hearts of their enemies that they should not declare wars against them; yea, and in fine, doing all things for the welfare and happiness of his people; yea, then is the time that they do harden their hearts, and do forget the Lord their God, and do trample under their feet the Holy One—yea, and this because of their ease, and their exceedingly great prosperity.
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We are humbled through trials. (note for Helaman 11:34) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:38 PM |
Note: We are humbled through trials.
Helaman 11:34
Now this great evil, which came unto the people because of their iniquity, did stir them up again in remembrance of the Lord their God.
Helaman 11:34
Now this great evil, which came unto the people because of their iniquity, did stir them up again in remembrance of the Lord their God.
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We should try to stop wickedness. (note for Helaman 11:28) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:38 PM |
Note: We should try to stop wickedness.
Helaman 11:28
And it came to pass that it was expedient that there should be a stop put to this work of destruction; therefore they sent an army of strong men into the wilderness and upon the mountains to search out this band of robbers, and to destroy them.
Helaman 11:28
And it came to pass that it was expedient that there should be a stop put to this work of destruction; therefore they sent an army of strong men into the wilderness and upon the mountains to search out this band of robbers, and to destroy them.
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We should try to stop wickedness. (note for Helaman 11:28) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:38 PM |
Note: We should try to stop wickedness.
Helaman 11:28
And it came to pass that it was expedient that there should be a stop put to this work of destruction; therefore they sent an army of strong men into the wilderness and upon the mountains to search out this band of robbers, and to destroy them.
Helaman 11:28
And it came to pass that it was expedient that there should be a stop put to this work of destruction; therefore they sent an army of strong men into the wilderness and upon the mountains to search out this band of robbers, and to destroy them.
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When we repent, we can ask the Lord to turn always His anger. (note for Helaman 11:11) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:37 PM |
Note: When we repent, we can ask the Lord to turn always His anger.
Helaman 11:11
Now, O Lord, because of this their humility wilt thou turn away thine anger, and let thine anger be appeased in the destruction of those wicked men whom thou hast already destroyed.
Helaman 11:11
Now, O Lord, because of this their humility wilt thou turn away thine anger, and let thine anger be appeased in the destruction of those wicked men whom thou hast already destroyed.
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Other disaster will occur before death to get people to remember. (note for Helaman 11:4) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:36 PM |
Note: Other disaster will occur before death to get people to remember.
Helaman 11:4
O Lord, do not suffer that this people shall be destroyed by the sword; but O Lord, rather let there be a famine in the land, to stir them up in remembrance of the Lord their God, and perhaps they will repent and turn unto thee.
Helaman 11:4
O Lord, do not suffer that this people shall be destroyed by the sword; but O Lord, rather let there be a famine in the land, to stir them up in remembrance of the Lord their God, and perhaps they will repent and turn unto thee.
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Some still harden their hearts in the face of miracles. (note for Helaman 10:13) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:35 PM |
Note: Some still harden their hearts in the face of miracles.
Helaman 10:13
Now behold, notwithstanding that great miracle which Nephi had done in telling them concerning the death of the chief judge, they did harden their hearts and did not hearken unto the words of the Lord.
Helaman 10:13
Now behold, notwithstanding that great miracle which Nephi had done in telling them concerning the death of the chief judge, they did harden their hearts and did not hearken unto the words of the Lord.
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We must repent or perish. (note for Helaman 10:11) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:35 PM |
Note: We must repent or perish.
Helaman 10:11
And now behold, I command you, that ye shall go and declare unto this people, that thus saith the Lord God, who is the Almighty: Except ye repent ye shall be smitten, even unto destruction.
Helaman 10:11
And now behold, I command you, that ye shall go and declare unto this people, that thus saith the Lord God, who is the Almighty: Except ye repent ye shall be smitten, even unto destruction.
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When our faith is unwavering, we are in sync with God and don't desire that which is not His will. (note for Helaman 10:5) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:34 PM |
Note: When our faith is unwavering, we are in sync with God and don't desire that which is not His will.
Helaman 10:5
And now, because thou hast done this with such unwearyingness, behold, I will bless thee forever; and I will make thee mighty in word and in deed, in faith and in works; yea, even that all things shall be done unto thee according to thy word, for thou shalt not ask that which is contrary to my will.
Helaman 10:5
And now, because thou hast done this with such unwearyingness, behold, I will bless thee forever; and I will make thee mighty in word and in deed, in faith and in works; yea, even that all things shall be done unto thee according to thy word, for thou shalt not ask that which is contrary to my will.
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Some choose to believe and some don't. (note for Helaman 9:39) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:33 PM |
Note: Some choose to believe and some don't.
Helaman 9:39
And there were some of the Nephites who believed on the words of Nephi; and there were some also, who believed because of the testimony of the five, for they had been converted while they were in prison.
Helaman 9:39
And there were some of the Nephites who believed on the words of Nephi; and there were some also, who believed because of the testimony of the five, for they had been converted while they were in prison.
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Prophecies com to pass. (note for Helaman 9:37) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:32 PM |
Note: Prophecies com to pass.
Helaman 9:37
And it came to pass that they went and did, even according as Nephi had said unto them. And behold, the words which he had said were true; for according to the words he did deny; and also according to the words he did confess.
Helaman 9:37
And it came to pass that they went and did, even according as Nephi had said unto them. And behold, the words which he had said were true; for according to the words he did deny; and also according to the words he did confess.
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When we have proof of the truth, we can be frightened by our sins. (note for Helaman 9:5) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:32 PM |
Note: When we have proof of the truth, we can be frightened by our sins.
Helaman 9:5
But now, when they saw they believed, and fear came upon them lest all the judgments which Nephi had spoken should come upon the people; therefore they did quake, and had fallen to the earth.
Helaman 9:5
But now, when they saw they believed, and fear came upon them lest all the judgments which Nephi had spoken should come upon the people; therefore they did quake, and had fallen to the earth.
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When we have witness of the truth and reject it, we lay our treasures up in the Earth and not in Heaven. (note for Helaman 8:25) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:30 PM |
Note: When we have witness of the truth and reject it, we lay our treasures up in the Earth and not in Heaven.
Helaman 8:25
But behold, ye have rejected the truth, and rebelled against your holy God; and even at this time, instead of laying up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where nothing doth corrupt, and where nothing can come which is unclean, ye are heaping up for yourselves wrath against the day of judgment.
Helaman 8:25
But behold, ye have rejected the truth, and rebelled against your holy God; and even at this time, instead of laying up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where nothing doth corrupt, and where nothing can come which is unclean, ye are heaping up for yourselves wrath against the day of judgment.
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People knew of Christ's coming many years before. (note for Helaman 8:18) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:29 PM |
Note: People knew of Christ's coming many years before.
Helaman 8:18
Yea, and behold I say unto you, that Abraham not only knew of these things, but there were many before the days of Abraham who were called by the order of God; yea, even after the order of his Son; and this that it should be shown unto the people, a great many thousand years before his coming, that even redemption should come unto them.
Helaman 8:18
Yea, and behold I say unto you, that Abraham not only knew of these things, but there were many before the days of Abraham who were called by the order of God; yea, even after the order of his Son; and this that it should be shown unto the people, a great many thousand years before his coming, that even redemption should come unto them.
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We become angry when our iniquities are pointed out to us. (note for Helaman 8:4) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:29 PM |
Note: We become angry when our iniquities are pointed out to us.
Helaman 8:4
And those judges were angry with him because he spake plainly unto them concerning their secret works of darkness; nevertheless, they durst not lay their own hands upon him, for they feared the people lest they should cry out against them.
Helaman 8:4
And those judges were angry with him because he spake plainly unto them concerning their secret works of darkness; nevertheless, they durst not lay their own hands upon him, for they feared the people lest they should cry out against them.
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When we have received the knowledge of the truth, we are accountable for that. (note for Helaman 7:24) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:28 PM |
Note: When we have received the knowledge of the truth, we are accountable for that.
Helaman 7:24
For behold, they are more righteous than you, for they have not sinned against that great knowledge which ye have received; therefore the Lord will be merciful unto them; yea, he will lengthen out their days and increase their seed, even when thou shalt be utterly destroyed except thou shalt repent.
Helaman 7:24
For behold, they are more righteous than you, for they have not sinned against that great knowledge which ye have received; therefore the Lord will be merciful unto them; yea, he will lengthen out their days and increase their seed, even when thou shalt be utterly destroyed except thou shalt repent.
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The Lord does not show the wicked His strength. (note for Helaman 7:23) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:27 PM |
Note: The Lord does not show the wicked His strength.
Helaman 7:23
For behold, thus saith the Lord: I will not show unto the wicked of my strength, to one more than the other, save it be unto those who repent of their sins, and hearken unto my words. Now therefore, I would that ye should behold, my brethren, that it shall be better for the Lamanites than for you except ye shall repent.
Helaman 7:23
For behold, thus saith the Lord: I will not show unto the wicked of my strength, to one more than the other, save it be unto those who repent of their sins, and hearken unto my words. Now therefore, I would that ye should behold, my brethren, that it shall be better for the Lamanites than for you except ye shall repent.
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We receive the Lord's anger when we have hard hearts: (note for Helaman 7:18) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:26 PM |
Note: We receive the Lord's anger when we have hard hearts:
Helaman 7:18
It is because you have hardened your hearts; yea, ye will not hearken unto the voice of the good shepherd; yea, ye have provoked him to anger against you.
Helaman 7:18
It is because you have hardened your hearts; yea, ye will not hearken unto the voice of the good shepherd; yea, ye have provoked him to anger against you.
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We ought to mourn wickedness. (note for Helaman 7:11) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:25 PM |
Note: We ought to mourn wickedness.
Helaman 7:11
And it came to pass that there were certain men passing by and saw Nephi as he was pouring out his soul unto God upon the tower; and they ran and told the people what they had seen, and the people came together in multitudes that they might know the cause of so great mourning for the wickedness of the people.
Helaman 7:11
And it came to pass that there were certain men passing by and saw Nephi as he was pouring out his soul unto God upon the tower; and they ran and told the people what they had seen, and the people came together in multitudes that they might know the cause of so great mourning for the wickedness of the people.
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Wicked rulers do not have the Spirit when using their power and authority. (note for Helaman 7:4) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:24 PM |
Note: Wicked rulers do not have the Spirit when using their power and authority.
Helaman 7:4
And seeing the people in a state of such awful wickedness, and those Gadianton robbers filling the judgment-seats—having usurped the power and authority of the land; laying aside the commandments of God, and not in the least aright before him; doing no justice unto the children of men;
Helaman 7:4
And seeing the people in a state of such awful wickedness, and those Gadianton robbers filling the judgment-seats—having usurped the power and authority of the land; laying aside the commandments of God, and not in the least aright before him; doing no justice unto the children of men;
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We should not support the wicked. (note for Helaman 6:38) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:23 PM |
Note: We should not support the wicked.
Helaman 6:38
And it came to pass on the other hand, that the Nephites did build them up and support them, beginning at the more wicked part of them, until they had overspread all the land of the Nephites, and had seduced the more part of the righteous until they had come down to believe in their works and partake of their spoils, and to join with them in their secret murders and combinations.
Helaman 6:38
And it came to pass on the other hand, that the Nephites did build them up and support them, beginning at the more wicked part of them, until they had overspread all the land of the Nephites, and had seduced the more part of the righteous until they had come down to believe in their works and partake of their spoils, and to join with them in their secret murders and combinations.
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We ought to preach the word among the wicked. (note for Helaman 6:37) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:23 PM |
Note: We ought to preach the word among the wicked.
Helaman 6:37
And it came to pass that the Lamanites did hunt the band of robbers of Gadianton; and they did preach the word of God among the more wicked part of them, insomuch that this band of robbers was utterly destroyed from among the Lamanites.
Helaman 6:37
And it came to pass that the Lamanites did hunt the band of robbers of Gadianton; and they did preach the word of God among the more wicked part of them, insomuch that this band of robbers was utterly destroyed from among the Lamanites.
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Spirit of the Lord pours out among those who listen to and obey Him. (note for Helaman 6:36) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:22 PM |
Note: Spirit of the Lord pours out among those who listen to and obey Him.
Helaman 6:36
And thus we see that the Lord began to pour out his Spirit upon the Lamanites, because of their easiness and willingness to believe in his words.
Helaman 6:36
And thus we see that the Lord began to pour out his Spirit upon the Lamanites, because of their easiness and willingness to believe in his words.
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Spirit of the Lord withdraws from the wicked. (note for Helaman 6:35) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:22 PM |
Note: Spirit of the Lord withdraws from the wicked.
Helaman 6:35
And thus we see that the Spirit of the Lord began to withdraw from the Nephites, because of the wickedness and the hardness of their hearts.
Helaman 6:35
And thus we see that the Spirit of the Lord began to withdraw from the Nephites, because of the wickedness and the hardness of their hearts.
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Nephites were wicked and lost faith. Lamanites grew in faith and knowledge of the truth. (note for Helaman 6:34) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:21 PM |
Note: Nephites were wicked and lost faith. Lamanites grew in faith and knowledge of the truth.
Helaman 6:34
And thus we see that the Nephites did begin to dwindle in unbelief, and grow in wickedness and abominations, while the Lamanites began to grow exceedingly in the knowledge of their God; yea, they did begin to keep his statutes and commandments, and to walk in truth and uprightness before him.
Helaman 6:34
And thus we see that the Nephites did begin to dwindle in unbelief, and grow in wickedness and abominations, while the Lamanites began to grow exceedingly in the knowledge of their God; yea, they did begin to keep his statutes and commandments, and to walk in truth and uprightness before him.
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When we know of those doing wickedness, we should try to bring them to know the truth. (note for Helaman 6:20) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:20 PM |
Note: When we know of those doing wickedness, we should try to bring them to know the truth.
Helaman 6:20
And now it came to pass that when the Lamanites found that there were robbers among them they were exceedingly sorrowful; and they did use every means in their power to destroy them off the face of the earth.
Helaman 6:20
And now it came to pass that when the Lamanites found that there were robbers among them they were exceedingly sorrowful; and they did use every means in their power to destroy them off the face of the earth.
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When we have riches, it becomes easy to set our hearts on things of the world. (note for Helaman 6:17) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:19 PM |
Note: When we have riches, it becomes easy to set our hearts on things of the world.
Helaman 6:17
For behold, the Lord had blessed them so long with the riches of the world that they had not been stirred up to anger, to wars, nor to bloodshed; therefore they began to set their hearts upon their riches; yea, they began to seek to get gain that they might be lifted up one above another; therefore they began to commit secret murders, and to rob and to plunder, that they might get gain.
Helaman 6:17
For behold, the Lord had blessed them so long with the riches of the world that they had not been stirred up to anger, to wars, nor to bloodshed; therefore they began to set their hearts upon their riches; yea, they began to seek to get gain that they might be lifted up one above another; therefore they began to commit secret murders, and to rob and to plunder, that they might get gain.
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The Spirit will fill our hearts when we have faith. (note for Helaman 5:45) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:18 PM |
Note: The Spirit will fill our hearts when we have faith.
Helaman 5:45
And behold, the Holy Spirit of God did come down from heaven, and did enter into their hearts, and they were filled as if with fire, and they could speak forth marvelous words.
Helaman 5:45
And behold, the Holy Spirit of God did come down from heaven, and did enter into their hearts, and they were filled as if with fire, and they could speak forth marvelous words.
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God's voice is subtle but poignant. (note for Helaman 5:30) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:18 PM |
Note: God's voice is subtle but poignant.
Helaman 5:30
And it came to pass when they heard this voice, and beheld that it was not a voice of thunder, neither was it a voice of a great tumultuous noise, but behold, it was a still voice of perfect mildness, as if it had been a whisper, and it did pierce even to the very soul—
Helaman 5:30
And it came to pass when they heard this voice, and beheld that it was not a voice of thunder, neither was it a voice of a great tumultuous noise, but behold, it was a still voice of perfect mildness, as if it had been a whisper, and it did pierce even to the very soul—
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We may only b saved through Christ. (note for Helaman 5:9) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:17 PM |
Note: We may only b saved through Christ.
Helaman 5:9
O remember, remember, my sons, the words which king Benjamin spake unto his people; yea, remember that there is no other way nor means whereby man can be saved, only through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, who shall come; yea, remember that he cometh to redeem the world.
Helaman 5:9
O remember, remember, my sons, the words which king Benjamin spake unto his people; yea, remember that there is no other way nor means whereby man can be saved, only through the atoning blood of Jesus Christ, who shall come; yea, remember that he cometh to redeem the world.
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Laws become corrupt when the majority are wicked. (note for Helaman 5:2) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:17 PM |
Note: Laws become corrupt when the majority are wicked.
Helaman 5:2
For as their laws and their governments were established by the voice of the people, and they who chose evil were more numerous than they who chose good, therefore they were ripening for destruction, for the laws had become corrupted.
Helaman 5:2
For as their laws and their governments were established by the voice of the people, and they who chose evil were more numerous than they who chose good, therefore they were ripening for destruction, for the laws had become corrupted.
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The Spirit withdraws from us when we do not believe and when we are sinning and do not repent. (note for Helaman 4:24) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:16 PM |
Note: The Spirit withdraws from us when we do not believe and when we are sinning and do not repent.
Helaman 4:24
And they saw that they had become weak, like unto their brethren, the Lamanites, and that the Spirit of the Lord did no more preserve them; yea, it had withdrawn from them because the Spirit of the Lord doth not dwell in unholy temples—
Helaman 4:24
And they saw that they had become weak, like unto their brethren, the Lamanites, and that the Spirit of the Lord did no more preserve them; yea, it had withdrawn from them because the Spirit of the Lord doth not dwell in unholy temples—
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The church wanes when we do not believe. (note for Helaman 4:23) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:15 PM |
Note: The church wanes when we do not believe.
Helaman 4:23
And because of their iniquity the church had begun to dwindle; and they began to disbelieve in the spirit of prophecy and in the spirit of revelation; and the judgments of God did stare them in the face.
Helaman 4:23
And because of their iniquity the church had begun to dwindle; and they began to disbelieve in the spirit of prophecy and in the spirit of revelation; and the judgments of God did stare them in the face.
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We are left on our own when we do evil. (note for Helaman 4:13) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:14 PM |
Note: We are left on our own when we do evil.
Helaman 4:13
And because of this their great wickedness, and their boastings in their own strength, they were left in their own strength; therefore they did not prosper, but were afflicted and smitten, and driven before the Lamanites, until they had lost possession of almost all their lands.
Helaman 4:13
And because of this their great wickedness, and their boastings in their own strength, they were left in their own strength; therefore they did not prosper, but were afflicted and smitten, and driven before the Lamanites, until they had lost possession of almost all their lands.
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When we are prideful and don't help others less fortunate, we will be judged. (note for Helaman 4:12) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:14 PM |
Note: When we are prideful and don't help others less fortunate, we will be judged.
Helaman 4:12
And it was because of the pride of their hearts, because of their exceeding riches, yea, it was because of their oppression to the poor, withholding their food from the hungry, withholding their clothing from the naked, and smiting their humble brethren upon the cheek, making a mock of that which was sacred, denying the spirit of prophecy and of revelation, murdering, plundering, lying, stealing, committing adultery, rising up in great contentions, and deserting away into the land of Nephi, among the Lamanites—
Helaman 4:12
And it was because of the pride of their hearts, because of their exceeding riches, yea, it was because of their oppression to the poor, withholding their food from the hungry, withholding their clothing from the naked, and smiting their humble brethren upon the cheek, making a mock of that which was sacred, denying the spirit of prophecy and of revelation, murdering, plundering, lying, stealing, committing adultery, rising up in great contentions, and deserting away into the land of Nephi, among the Lamanites—
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We do not have God's protection when we do wickedness. (note for Helaman 4:11) |
| April 26, 2012 at 10:13 PM |
Note: We do not have God's protection when we do wickedness.
Helaman 4:11
Now this great loss of the Nephites, and the great slaughter which was among them, would not have happened had it not been for their wickedness and their abomination which was among them; yea, and it was among those also who professed to belong to the church of God.
Helaman 4:11
Now this great loss of the Nephites, and the great slaughter which was among them, would not have happened had it not been for their wickedness and their abomination which was among them; yea, and it was among those also who professed to belong to the church of God.
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We become prideful, when we are doing well temporally. (note for Helaman 3:36) |
| April 20, 2012 at 07:33 AM |
Note: We become prideful, when we are doing well temporally.
Helaman 3:36
And it came to pass that the fifty and second year ended in peace also, save it were the exceedingly great pride which had gotten into the hearts of the people; and it was because of their exceedingly great riches and their prosperity in the land; and it did grow upon them from day to day.
Helaman 3:36
And it came to pass that the fifty and second year ended in peace also, save it were the exceedingly great pride which had gotten into the hearts of the people; and it was because of their exceedingly great riches and their prosperity in the land; and it did grow upon them from day to day.
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When we give our hearts to God, He will help us through everything. (note for Helaman 3:35) |
| April 20, 2012 at 07:32 AM |
Note: When we give our hearts to God, He will help us through everything.
Helaman 3:35
Nevertheless they did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God.
Helaman 3:35
Nevertheless they did fast and pray oft, and did wax stronger and stronger in their humility, and firmer and firmer in the faith of Christ, unto the filling their souls with joy and consolation, yea, even to the purifying and the sanctification of their hearts, which sanctification cometh because of their yielding their hearts unto God.
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When we are prideful, others suffer. (note for Helaman 3:34) |
| April 20, 2012 at 07:31 AM |
Note: When we are prideful, others suffer.
Helaman 3:34
And they were lifted up in pride, even to the persecution of many of their brethren. Now this was a great evil, which did cause the more humble part of the people to suffer great persecutions, and to wade through much affliction.
Helaman 3:34
And they were lifted up in pride, even to the persecution of many of their brethren. Now this was a great evil, which did cause the more humble part of the people to suffer great persecutions, and to wade through much affliction.
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Anyone can choose to listen to and follow the. word of God. (note for Helaman 3:29) |
| April 20, 2012 at 07:30 AM |
Note: Anyone can choose to listen to and follow the. word of God.
Helaman 3:29
Yea, we see that whosoever will may lay hold upon the word of God, which is quick and powerful, which shall divide asunder all the cunning and the snares and the wiles of the devil, and lead the man of Christ in a strait and narrow course across that everlasting gulf of misery which is prepared to engulf the wicked—
Helaman 3:29
Yea, we see that whosoever will may lay hold upon the word of God, which is quick and powerful, which shall divide asunder all the cunning and the snares and the wiles of the devil, and lead the man of Christ in a strait and narrow course across that everlasting gulf of misery which is prepared to engulf the wicked—
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Heaven is open to all who believe in Christ. (note for Helaman 3:28) |
| April 20, 2012 at 07:29 AM |
Note: Heaven is open to all who believe in Christ.
Helaman 3:28
Yea, thus we see that the gate of heaven is open unto all, even to those who will believe on the name of Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God.
Helaman 3:28
Yea, thus we see that the gate of heaven is open unto all, even to those who will believe on the name of Jesus Christ, who is the Son of God.
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God is merciful when we sincerely ask for His help. (note for Helaman 3:27) |
| April 20, 2012 at 07:28 AM |
Note: God is merciful when we sincerely ask for His help.
Helaman 3:27
Thus we may see that the Lord is merciful unto all who will, in the sincerity of their hearts, call upon his holy name.
Helaman 3:27
Thus we may see that the Lord is merciful unto all who will, in the sincerity of their hearts, call upon his holy name.
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One person can cause the destruction of a people. (note for Helaman 2:13) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:35 PM |
Note: One person can cause the destruction of a people.
Helaman 2:13
And behold, in the end of this book ye shall see that this Gadianton did prove the overthrow, yea, almost the entire destruction of the people of Nephi.
Helaman 2:13
And behold, in the end of this book ye shall see that this Gadianton did prove the overthrow, yea, almost the entire destruction of the people of Nephi.
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We should prevent blood shed when we can. (note for Helaman 2:8) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:34 PM |
Note: We should prevent blood shed when we can.
Helaman 2:8
And when the servant of Helaman had known all the heart of Kishkumen, and how that it was his object to murder, and also that it was the object of all those who belonged to his band to murder, and to rob, and to gain power, (and this was their secret plan, and their combination) the servant of Helaman said unto Kishkumen: Let us go forth unto the judgment-seat.
Helaman 2:8
And when the servant of Helaman had known all the heart of Kishkumen, and how that it was his object to murder, and also that it was the object of all those who belonged to his band to murder, and to rob, and to gain power, (and this was their secret plan, and their combination) the servant of Helaman said unto Kishkumen: Let us go forth unto the judgment-seat.
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Some men kill because they seek power. (note for Helaman 2:4) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:33 PM |
Note: Some men kill because they seek power.
Helaman 2:4
For there was one Gadianton, who was exceedingly expert in many words, and also in his craft, to carry on the secret work of murder and of robbery; therefore he became the leader of the band of Kishkumen.
Helaman 2:4
For there was one Gadianton, who was exceedingly expert in many words, and also in his craft, to carry on the secret work of murder and of robbery; therefore he became the leader of the band of Kishkumen.
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People will be easily persuaded by the prospect of power. (note for Helaman 2:5) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:33 PM |
Note: People will be easily persuaded by the prospect of power.
Helaman 2:5
Therefore he did flatter them, and also Kishkumen, that if they would place him in the judgment-seat he would grant unto those who belonged to his band that they should be placed in power and authority among the people; therefore Kishkumen sought to destroy Helaman.
Helaman 2:5
Therefore he did flatter them, and also Kishkumen, that if they would place him in the judgment-seat he would grant unto those who belonged to his band that they should be placed in power and authority among the people; therefore Kishkumen sought to destroy Helaman.
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We must treat everyone peaceably no matter how they treat us. (note for Helaman 1:33) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:31 PM |
Note: We must treat everyone peaceably no matter how they treat us.
Helaman 1:33
And it came to pass that Moronihah took possession of the city of Zarahemla again, and caused that the Lamanites who had been taken prisoners should depart out of the land in peace.
Helaman 1:33
And it came to pass that Moronihah took possession of the city of Zarahemla again, and caused that the Lamanites who had been taken prisoners should depart out of the land in peace.
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We must be prepared always, no matter how much notice there is before something unplanned occurs. (note for Helaman 1:24) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:30 PM |
Note: We must be prepared always, no matter how much notice there is before something unplanned occurs.
Helaman 1:24
And, supposing that their greatest strength was in the center of the land, therefore he did march forth, giving them no time to assemble themselves together save it were in small bodies; and in this manner they did fall upon them and cut them down to the earth.
Helaman 1:24
And, supposing that their greatest strength was in the center of the land, therefore he did march forth, giving them no time to assemble themselves together save it were in small bodies; and in this manner they did fall upon them and cut them down to the earth.
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We shouldn't let contentions within a community keep us from protecting the community. (note for Helaman 1:18) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:29 PM |
Note: We shouldn't let contentions within a community keep us from protecting the community.
Helaman 1:18
And it came to pass that because of so much contention and so much difficulty in the government, that they had not kept sufficient guards in the land of Zarahemla; for they had supposed that the Lamanites durst not come into the heart of their lands to attack that great city Zarahemla.
Helaman 1:18
And it came to pass that because of so much contention and so much difficulty in the government, that they had not kept sufficient guards in the land of Zarahemla; for they had supposed that the Lamanites durst not come into the heart of their lands to attack that great city Zarahemla.
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We should not retaliate if we do not win something. (note for Helaman 1:7) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:28 PM |
Note: We should not retaliate if we do not win something.
Helaman 1:7
But behold, Paanchi, and that part of the people that were desirous that he should be their governor, was exceedingly wroth; therefore, he was about to flatter away those people to rise up in rebellion against their brethren.
Helaman 1:7
But behold, Paanchi, and that part of the people that were desirous that he should be their governor, was exceedingly wroth; therefore, he was about to flatter away those people to rise up in rebellion against their brethren.
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We must be with the voice of the people so as to reduce contention. (note for Helaman 1:6) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:28 PM |
Note: We must be with the voice of the people so as to reduce contention.
Helaman 1:6
And it came to pass that Pacumeni, when he saw that he could not obtain the judgment-seat, he did unite with the voice of the people.
Helaman 1:6
And it came to pass that Pacumeni, when he saw that he could not obtain the judgment-seat, he did unite with the voice of the people.
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We should respect things the Lord asks us to keep sacred. (note for Alma 63:13) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:27 PM |
Note: We should respect things the Lord asks us to keep sacred.
Alma 63:13
Nevertheless, these things were to be kept sacred, and handed down from one generation to another; therefore, in this year, they had been conferred upon Helaman, before the death of Shiblon.
Alma 63:13
Nevertheless, these things were to be kept sacred, and handed down from one generation to another; therefore, in this year, they had been conferred upon Helaman, before the death of Shiblon.
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We must be just and obey God's commands to walk up rightly before Him. (note for Alma 63:2) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:26 PM |
Note: We must be just and obey God's commands to walk up rightly before Him.
Alma 63:2
And he was a just man, and he did walk uprightly before God; and he did observe to do good continually, to keep the commandments of the Lord his God; and also did his brother.
Alma 63:2
And he was a just man, and he did walk uprightly before God; and he did observe to do good continually, to keep the commandments of the Lord his God; and also did his brother.
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We must always remember how the Lord has blessed us. (note for Alma 62:50) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:25 PM |
Note: We must always remember how the Lord has blessed us.
Alma 62:50
Yea, they did remember how great things the Lord had done for them, that he had delivered them from death, and from bonds, and from prisons, and from all manner of afflictions, and he had delivered them out of the hands of their enemies.
Alma 62:50
Yea, they did remember how great things the Lord had done for them, that he had delivered them from death, and from bonds, and from prisons, and from all manner of afflictions, and he had delivered them out of the hands of their enemies.
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We should not be prideful or slow to remember all God has done for us. (note for Alma 62:49) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:24 PM |
Note: We should not be prideful or slow to remember all God has done for us.
Alma 62:49
But notwithstanding their riches, or their strength, or their prosperity, they were not lifted up in the pride of their eyes; neither were they slow to remember the Lord their God; but they did humble themselves exceedingly before him.
Alma 62:49
But notwithstanding their riches, or their strength, or their prosperity, they were not lifted up in the pride of their eyes; neither were they slow to remember the Lord their God; but they did humble themselves exceedingly before him.
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The prayers of the righteous are heard and cause a people to be spared. (note for Alma 62:40) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:24 PM |
Note: The prayers of the righteous are heard and cause a people to be spared.
Alma 62:40
And there had been murders, and contentions, and dissensions, and all manner of iniquity among the people of Nephi; nevertheless for the righteous' sake, yea, because of the prayers of the righteous, they were spared.
Alma 62:40
And there had been murders, and contentions, and dissensions, and all manner of iniquity among the people of Nephi; nevertheless for the righteous' sake, yea, because of the prayers of the righteous, they were spared.
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We must repent. (note for Alma 61:20) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:23 PM |
Note: We must repent.
Alma 61:20
But ye have said, except they repent the Lord hath commanded you that ye should go against them.
Alma 61:20
But ye have said, except they repent the Lord hath commanded you that ye should go against them.
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It is rarely just to go against your brethren. (note for Alma 61:19) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:22 PM |
Note: It is rarely just to go against your brethren.
Alma 61:19
And now, Moroni, I do joy in receiving your epistle, for I was somewhat worried concerning what we should do, whether it should be just in us to go against our brethren.
Alma 61:19
And now, Moroni, I do joy in receiving your epistle, for I was somewhat worried concerning what we should do, whether it should be just in us to go against our brethren.
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We must seek for good causes and to maintain agency for all. (note for Alma 61:9) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:11 PM |
Note: We must seek for good causes and to maintain agency for all.
Alma 61:9
And now, in your epistle you have censured me, but it mattereth not; I am not angry, but do rejoice in the greatness of your heart. I, Pahoran, do not seek for power, save only to retain my judgment-seat that I may preserve the rights and the liberty of my people. My soul standeth fast in that liberty in the which God hath made us free.
Alma 61:9
And now, in your epistle you have censured me, but it mattereth not; I am not angry, but do rejoice in the greatness of your heart. I, Pahoran, do not seek for power, save only to retain my judgment-seat that I may preserve the rights and the liberty of my people. My soul standeth fast in that liberty in the which God hath made us free.
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We must not let unrighteous people usurp power. (note for Alma 61:4) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:11 PM |
Note: We must not let unrighteous people usurp power.
Alma 61:4
And it is those who have sought to take away the judgment-seat from me that have been the cause of this great iniquity; for they have used great flattery, and they have led away the hearts of many people, which will be the cause of sore affliction among us; they have withheld our provisions, and have daunted our freemen that they have not come unto you.
Alma 61:4
And it is those who have sought to take away the judgment-seat from me that have been the cause of this great iniquity; for they have used great flattery, and they have led away the hearts of many people, which will be the cause of sore affliction among us; they have withheld our provisions, and have daunted our freemen that they have not come unto you.
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We cannot look upon evil things and do nothing. (note for Alma 60:23) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:09 PM |
Note: We cannot look upon evil things and do nothing.
Alma 60:23
Do ye suppose that God will look upon you as guiltless while ye sit still and behold these things? Behold I say unto you, Nay. Now I would that ye should remember that God has said that the inward vessel shall be cleansed first, and then shall the outer vessel be cleansed also.
Alma 60:23
Do ye suppose that God will look upon you as guiltless while ye sit still and behold these things? Behold I say unto you, Nay. Now I would that ye should remember that God has said that the inward vessel shall be cleansed first, and then shall the outer vessel be cleansed also.
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The allows the righteous to die and doesn't interfere with agency so the wicked will be judged. (note for Alma 60:13) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:08 PM |
Note: The allows the righteous to die and doesn't interfere with agency so the wicked will be judged.
Alma 60:13
For the Lord suffereth the righteous to be slain that his justice and judgment may come upon the wicked; therefore ye need not suppose that the righteous are lost because they are slain; but behold, they do enter into the rest of the Lord their God.
Alma 60:13
For the Lord suffereth the righteous to be slain that his justice and judgment may come upon the wicked; therefore ye need not suppose that the righteous are lost because they are slain; but behold, they do enter into the rest of the Lord their God.
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We should help others in any way we can. (note for Alma 60:5) |
| April 18, 2012 at 10:07 PM |
Note: We should help others in any way we can.
Alma 60:5
But behold, great has been the slaughter among our people; yea, thousands have fallen by the sword, while it might have otherwise been if ye had rendered unto our armies sufficient strength and succor for them. Yea, great has been your neglect towards us.
Alma 60:5
But behold, great has been the slaughter among our people; yea, thousands have fallen by the sword, while it might have otherwise been if ye had rendered unto our armies sufficient strength and succor for them. Yea, great has been your neglect towards us.
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We can begin to doubt when we are not following the gospel. (note for Alma 59:12) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:40 PM |
Note: We can begin to doubt when we are not following the gospel.
Alma 59:12
Now this was the case with all his chief captains. They doubted and marveled also because of the wickedness of the people, and this because of the success of the Lamanites over them.
Alma 59:12
Now this was the case with all his chief captains. They doubted and marveled also because of the wickedness of the people, and this because of the success of the Lamanites over them.
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When we don't keep our covenants, we may fall into the hands of our enemies. (note for Alma 59:11) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:38 PM |
Note: When we don't keep our covenants, we may fall into the hands of our enemies.
Alma 59:11
And now, when Moroni saw that the city of Nephihah was lost he was exceedingly sorrowful, and began to doubt, because of the wickedness of the people, whether they should not fall into the hands of their brethren.
Alma 59:11
And now, when Moroni saw that the city of Nephihah was lost he was exceedingly sorrowful, and began to doubt, because of the wickedness of the people, whether they should not fall into the hands of their brethren.
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When we don't keep our covenants, we may fall into the hands of our enemies. (note for Alma 59:11) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:38 PM |
Note: When we don't keep our covenants, we may fall into the hands of our enemies.
Alma 59:11
And now, when Moroni saw that the city of Nephihah was lost he was exceedingly sorrowful, and began to doubt, because of the wickedness of the people, whether they should not fall into the hands of their brethren.
Alma 59:11
And now, when Moroni saw that the city of Nephihah was lost he was exceedingly sorrowful, and began to doubt, because of the wickedness of the people, whether they should not fall into the hands of their brethren.
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We must strive to keep the commandments, even in adversity. (note for Alma 58:40) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:36 PM |
Note: We must strive to keep the commandments, even in adversity.
Alma 58:40
But behold, they have received many wounds; nevertheless they stand fast in that liberty wherewith God has made them free; and they are strict to remember the Lord their God from day to day; yea, they do observe to keep his statutes, and his judgments, and his commandments continually; and their faith is strong in the prophecies concerning that which is to come.
Alma 58:40
But behold, they have received many wounds; nevertheless they stand fast in that liberty wherewith God has made them free; and they are strict to remember the Lord their God from day to day; yea, they do observe to keep his statutes, and his judgments, and his commandments continually; and their faith is strong in the prophecies concerning that which is to come.
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We should have faith we will be supported. (note for Alma 58:34) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:35 PM |
Note: We should have faith we will be supported.
Alma 58:34
Now we do not know the cause that the government does not grant us more strength; neither do those men who came up unto us know why we have not received greater strength.
Alma 58:34
Now we do not know the cause that the government does not grant us more strength; neither do those men who came up unto us know why we have not received greater strength.
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We must trust God. (note for Alma 58:33) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:33 PM |
Note: We must trust God.
Alma 58:33
But behold, we trust in our God who has given us victory over those lands, insomuch that we have obtained those cities and those lands, which were our own.
Alma 58:33
But behold, we trust in our God who has given us victory over those lands, insomuch that we have obtained those cities and those lands, which were our own.
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We must trust God. (note for Alma 58:33) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:33 PM |
Note: We must trust God.
Alma 58:33
But behold, we trust in our God who has given us victory over those lands, insomuch that we have obtained those cities and those lands, which were our own.
Alma 58:33
But behold, we trust in our God who has given us victory over those lands, insomuch that we have obtained those cities and those lands, which were our own.
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God will comfort us and give us peace when we tell Him our worries or concerns. (note for Alma 58:11) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:33 PM |
Note: God will comfort us and give us peace when we tell Him our worries or concerns.
Alma 58:11
Yea, and it came to pass that the Lord our God did visit us with assurances that he would deliver us; yea, insomuch that he did speak peace to our souls, and did grant unto us great faith, and did cause us that we should hope for our deliverance in him.
Alma 58:11
Yea, and it came to pass that the Lord our God did visit us with assurances that he would deliver us; yea, insomuch that he did speak peace to our souls, and did grant unto us great faith, and did cause us that we should hope for our deliverance in him.
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We must always place our trust in God. (note for Alma 57:27) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:32 PM |
Note: We must always place our trust in God.
Alma 57:27
Now this was the faith of these of whom I have spoken; they are young, and their minds are firm, and they do put their trust in God continually.
Alma 57:27
Now this was the faith of these of whom I have spoken; they are young, and their minds are firm, and they do put their trust in God continually.
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God will preserve us, if we do not doubt. (note for Alma 57:26) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:31 PM |
Note: God will preserve us, if we do not doubt.
Alma 57:26
And now, their preservation was astonishing to our whole army, yea, that they should be spared while there was a thousand of our brethren who were slain. And we do justly ascribe it to the miraculous power of God, because of their exceeding faith in that which they had been taught to believe—that there was a just God, and whosoever did not doubt, that they should be preserved by his marvelous power.
Alma 57:26
And now, their preservation was astonishing to our whole army, yea, that they should be spared while there was a thousand of our brethren who were slain. And we do justly ascribe it to the miraculous power of God, because of their exceeding faith in that which they had been taught to believe—that there was a just God, and whosoever did not doubt, that they should be preserved by his marvelous power.
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If we have faith, God will help us as we make the effort to become like Him and His son. (note for Alma 57:21) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:30 PM |
Note: If we have faith, God will help us as we make the effort to become like Him and His son.
Alma 57:21
Yea, and they did obey and observe to perform every word of command with exactness; yea, and even according to their faith it was done unto them; and I did remember the words which they said unto me that their mothers had taught them.
Alma 57:21
Yea, and they did obey and observe to perform every word of command with exactness; yea, and even according to their faith it was done unto them; and I did remember the words which they said unto me that their mothers had taught them.
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If we have faith, God will help us as we make the effort to become like Him and His son. (note for Alma 57:21) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:30 PM |
Note: If we have faith, God will help us as we make the effort to become like Him and His son.
Alma 57:21
Yea, and they did obey and observe to perform every word of command with exactness; yea, and even according to their faith it was done unto them; and I did remember the words which they said unto me that their mothers had taught them.
Alma 57:21
Yea, and they did obey and observe to perform every word of command with exactness; yea, and even according to their faith it was done unto them; and I did remember the words which they said unto me that their mothers had taught them.
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God gives us strength when we keep the commandments and our covenants. (note for Alma 56:56) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:29 PM |
Note: God gives us strength when we keep the commandments and our covenants.
Alma 56:56
But behold, to my great joy, there had not one soul of them fallen to the earth; yea, and they had fought as if with the strength of God; yea, never were men known to have fought with such miraculous strength; and with such mighty power did they fall upon the Lamanites, that they did frighten them; and for this cause did the Lamanites deliver themselves up as prisoners of war.
Alma 56:56
But behold, to my great joy, there had not one soul of them fallen to the earth; yea, and they had fought as if with the strength of God; yea, never were men known to have fought with such miraculous strength; and with such mighty power did they fall upon the Lamanites, that they did frighten them; and for this cause did the Lamanites deliver themselves up as prisoners of war.
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God gives us strength when we keep the commandments and our covenants. (note for Alma 56:56) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:29 PM |
Note: God gives us strength when we keep the commandments and our covenants.
Alma 56:56
But behold, to my great joy, there had not one soul of them fallen to the earth; yea, and they had fought as if with the strength of God; yea, never were men known to have fought with such miraculous strength; and with such mighty power did they fall upon the Lamanites, that they did frighten them; and for this cause did the Lamanites deliver themselves up as prisoners of war.
Alma 56:56
But behold, to my great joy, there had not one soul of them fallen to the earth; yea, and they had fought as if with the strength of God; yea, never were men known to have fought with such miraculous strength; and with such mighty power did they fall upon the Lamanites, that they did frighten them; and for this cause did the Lamanites deliver themselves up as prisoners of war.
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We should be more concerned about others than ourselves. (note for Alma 56:47) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:28 PM |
Note: We should be more concerned about others than ourselves.
Alma 56:47
Now they never had fought, yet they did not fear death; and they did think more upon the liberty of their fathers than they did upon their lives; yea, they had been taught by their mothers, that if they did not doubt, God would deliver them.
Alma 56:47
Now they never had fought, yet they did not fear death; and they did think more upon the liberty of their fathers than they did upon their lives; yea, they had been taught by their mothers, that if they did not doubt, God would deliver them.
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If we keep our covenants, God will strengthen us. (note for Alma 56:8) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:28 PM |
Note: If we keep our covenants, God will strengthen us.
Alma 56:8
But I would not suffer them that they should break this covenant which they had made, supposing that God would strengthen us, insomuch that we should not suffer more because of the fulfilling the oath which they had taken.
Alma 56:8
But I would not suffer them that they should break this covenant which they had made, supposing that God would strengthen us, insomuch that we should not suffer more because of the fulfilling the oath which they had taken.
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We must defend our loved ones. (note for Alma 56:5) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:27 PM |
Note: We must defend our loved ones.
Alma 56:5
Therefore it sufficeth me that I tell you that two thousand of these young men have taken their weapons of war, and would that I should be their leader; and we have come forth to defend our country.
Alma 56:5
Therefore it sufficeth me that I tell you that two thousand of these young men have taken their weapons of war, and would that I should be their leader; and we have come forth to defend our country.
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We must stay close to Lord to have His aid and He will give us discernment. (note for Alma 55:31) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:23 PM |
Note: We must stay close to Lord to have His aid and He will give us discernment.
Alma 55:31
But behold, the Nephites were not slow to remember the Lord their God in this their time of affliction. They could not be taken in their snares; yea, they would not partake of their wine, save they had first given to some of the Lamanite prisoners.
Alma 55:31
But behold, the Nephites were not slow to remember the Lord their God in this their time of affliction. They could not be taken in their snares; yea, they would not partake of their wine, save they had first given to some of the Lamanite prisoners.
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We should look to defend ourselves without killing. (note for Alma 55:20) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:22 PM |
Note: We should look to defend ourselves without killing.
Alma 55:20
But he had obtained his desires; for he had armed those prisoners of the Nephites who were within the wall of the city, and had given them power to gain possession of those parts which were within the walls.
Alma 55:20
But he had obtained his desires; for he had armed those prisoners of the Nephites who were within the wall of the city, and had given them power to gain possession of those parts which were within the walls.
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We should never kill unless absolutely necessary. (note for Alma 55:19) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:21 PM |
Note: We should never kill unless absolutely necessary.
Alma 55:19
But behold, this was not the desire of Moroni; he did not delight in murder or bloodshed, but he delighted in the saving of his people from destruction; and for this cause he might not bring upon him injustice, he would not fall upon the Lamanites and destroy them in their drunkenness.
Alma 55:19
But behold, this was not the desire of Moroni; he did not delight in murder or bloodshed, but he delighted in the saving of his people from destruction; and for this cause he might not bring upon him injustice, he would not fall upon the Lamanites and destroy them in their drunkenness.
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We cannot defend ourselves when under the influence of any substance. (note for Alma 55:18) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:20 PM |
Note: We cannot defend ourselves when under the influence of any substance.
Alma 55:18
But had they awakened the Lamanites, behold they were drunken and the Nephites could have slain them.
Alma 55:18
But had they awakened the Lamanites, behold they were drunken and the Nephites could have slain them.
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We know when we are in the wrong. (note for Alma 55:1) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:19 PM |
Note: We know when we are in the wrong.
Alma 55:1
Now it came to pass that when Moroni had received this epistle he was more angry, because he knew that Ammoron had a perfect knowledge of his fraud; yea, he knew that Ammoron knew that it was not a just cause that had caused him to wage a war against the people of Nephi.
Alma 55:1
Now it came to pass that when Moroni had received this epistle he was more angry, because he knew that Ammoron had a perfect knowledge of his fraud; yea, he knew that Ammoron knew that it was not a just cause that had caused him to wage a war against the people of Nephi.
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We can defend ourselves when people are trying to harm or kill us. (note for Alma 54:13) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:18 PM |
Note: We can defend ourselves when people are trying to harm or kill us.
Alma 54:13
Behold, I am in my anger, and also my people; ye have sought to murder us, and we have only sought to defend ourselves. But behold, if ye seek to destroy us more we will seek to destroy you; yea, and we will seek our land, the land of our first inheritance.
Alma 54:13
Behold, I am in my anger, and also my people; ye have sought to murder us, and we have only sought to defend ourselves. But behold, if ye seek to destroy us more we will seek to destroy you; yea, and we will seek our land, the land of our first inheritance.
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People who have rejected the truth have hardened hearts. (note for Alma 54:8) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:17 PM |
Note: People who have rejected the truth have hardened hearts.
Alma 54:8
But as ye have once rejected these things, and have fought against the people of the Lord, even so I may expect you will do it again.
Alma 54:8
But as ye have once rejected these things, and have fought against the people of the Lord, even so I may expect you will do it again.
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We must face God's justice when we don't love our neighbors. (note for Alma 54:6) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:16 PM |
Note: We must face God's justice when we don't love our neighbors.
Alma 54:6
Behold, I would tell you somewhat concerning the justice of God, and the sword of his almighty wrath, which doth hang over you except ye repent and withdraw your armies into your own lands, or the land of your possessions, which is the land of Nephi.
Alma 54:6
Behold, I would tell you somewhat concerning the justice of God, and the sword of his almighty wrath, which doth hang over you except ye repent and withdraw your armies into your own lands, or the land of your possessions, which is the land of Nephi.
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We should be grateful for those who defend and look out for us. (note for Alma 53:13) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:14 PM |
Note: We should be grateful for those who defend and look out for us.
Alma 53:13
But it came to pass that when they saw the danger, and the many afflictions and tribulations which the Nephites bore for them, they were moved with compassion and were desirous to take up arms in the defence of their country.
Alma 53:13
But it came to pass that when they saw the danger, and the many afflictions and tribulations which the Nephites bore for them, they were moved with compassion and were desirous to take up arms in the defence of their country.
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We should not break the oaths we make with Heavenly Father. (note for Alma 53:14) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:13 PM |
Note: We should not break the oaths we make with Heavenly Father.
Alma 53:14
But behold, as they were about to take their weapons of war, they were overpowered by the persuasions of Helaman and his brethren, for they were about to break the oath which they had made.
Alma 53:14
But behold, as they were about to take their weapons of war, they were overpowered by the persuasions of Helaman and his brethren, for they were about to break the oath which they had made.
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We should defend our country. (note for Alma 53:16) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:13 PM |
Note: We should defend our country.
Alma 53:16
But behold, it came to pass they had many sons, who had not entered into a covenant that they would not take their weapons of war to defend themselves against their enemies; therefore they did assemble themselves together at this time, as many as were able to take up arms, and they called themselves Nephites.
Alma 53:16
But behold, it came to pass they had many sons, who had not entered into a covenant that they would not take their weapons of war to defend themselves against their enemies; therefore they did assemble themselves together at this time, as many as were able to take up arms, and they called themselves Nephites.
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We have courage when we follow the Lord. (note for Alma 53:20) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:12 PM |
Note: We have courage when we follow the Lord.
Alma 53:20
And they were all young men, and they were exceedingly valiant for courage, and also for strength and activity; but behold, this was not all—they were men who were true at all times in whatsoever thing they were entrusted.
Alma 53:20
And they were all young men, and they were exceedingly valiant for courage, and also for strength and activity; but behold, this was not all—they were men who were true at all times in whatsoever thing they were entrusted.
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We are truthful when we live the gospel. (note for Alma 53:21) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:11 PM |
Note: We are truthful when we live the gospel.
Alma 53:21
Yea, they were men of truth and soberness, for they had been taught to keep the commandments of God and to walk uprightly before him.
Alma 53:21
Yea, they were men of truth and soberness, for they had been taught to keep the commandments of God and to walk uprightly before him.
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We should try to establish peace. (note for Alma 52:37) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:09 PM |
Note: We should try to establish peace.
Alma 52:37
Now Moroni seeing their confusion, he said unto them: If ye will bring forth your weapons of war and deliver them up, behold we will forbear shedding your blood.
Alma 52:37
Now Moroni seeing their confusion, he said unto them: If ye will bring forth your weapons of war and deliver them up, behold we will forbear shedding your blood.
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We can use our minds to deal with our enemies rather than trying to physically overpower them. (note for Alma 52:21) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:09 PM |
Note: We can use our minds to deal with our enemies rather than trying to physically overpower them.
Alma 52:21
And it came to pass that Moroni, having no hopes of meeting them upon fair grounds, therefore, he resolved upon a plan that he might decoy the Lamanites out of their strongholds.
Alma 52:21
And it came to pass that Moroni, having no hopes of meeting them upon fair grounds, therefore, he resolved upon a plan that he might decoy the Lamanites out of their strongholds.
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We should work with our brothers and sisters when striving for righteous causes. (note for Alma 52:17) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:06 PM |
Note: We should work with our brothers and sisters when striving for righteous causes.
Alma 52:17
And it came to pass that Teancum made preparations to make an attack upon the city of Mulek, and march forth with his army against the Lamanites; but he saw that it was impossible that he could overpower them while they were in their fortifications; therefore he abandoned his designs and returned again to the city Bountiful, to wait for the coming of Moroni, that he might receive strength to his army.
Alma 52:17
And it came to pass that Teancum made preparations to make an attack upon the city of Mulek, and march forth with his army against the Lamanites; but he saw that it was impossible that he could overpower them while they were in their fortifications; therefore he abandoned his designs and returned again to the city Bountiful, to wait for the coming of Moroni, that he might receive strength to his army.
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We use logic as well as the Lord's guidance when making decisions. (note for Alma 52:5) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:04 PM |
Note: We use logic as well as the Lord's guidance when making decisions.
Alma 52:5
And now, Teancum saw that the Lamanites were determined to maintain those cities which they had taken, and those parts of the land which they had obtained possession of; and also seeing the enormity of their number, Teancum thought it was not expedient that he should attempt to attack them in their forts.
Alma 52:5
And now, Teancum saw that the Lamanites were determined to maintain those cities which they had taken, and those parts of the land which they had obtained possession of; and also seeing the enormity of their number, Teancum thought it was not expedient that he should attempt to attack them in their forts.
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We should fix wrongs within our own government before becoming involved in wars. (note for Alma 51:22) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:02 PM |
Note: We should fix wrongs within our own government before becoming involved in wars.
Alma 51:22
Behold, it came to pass that while Moroni was thus breaking down the wars and contentions among his own people, and subjecting them to peace and civilization, and making regulations to prepare for war against the Lamanites, behold, the Lamanites had come into the land of Moroni, which was in the borders by the seashore.
Alma 51:22
Behold, it came to pass that while Moroni was thus breaking down the wars and contentions among his own people, and subjecting them to peace and civilization, and making regulations to prepare for war against the Lamanites, behold, the Lamanites had come into the land of Moroni, which was in the borders by the seashore.
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We should not let grudges prevent us from defending our country (note for Alma 51:13) |
| April 18, 2012 at 09:01 PM |
Note: We should not let grudges prevent us from defending our country
Alma 51:13
And it came to pass that when the men who were called king-men had heard that the Lamanites were coming down to battle against them, they were glad in their hearts; and they refused to take up arms, for they were so wroth with the chief judge, and also with the people of liberty, that they would not take up arms to defend their country.
Alma 51:13
And it came to pass that when the men who were called king-men had heard that the Lamanites were coming down to battle against them, they were glad in their hearts; and they refused to take up arms, for they were so wroth with the chief judge, and also with the people of liberty, that they would not take up arms to defend their country.
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We abide by the laws of the land and alter them only when necessary. (note for Alma 51:3) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:59 PM |
Note: We abide by the laws of the land and alter them only when necessary.
Alma 51:3
But behold, Pahoran would not alter nor suffer the law to be altered; therefore, he did not hearken to those who had sent in their voices with their petitions concerning the altering of the law.
Alma 51:3
But behold, Pahoran would not alter nor suffer the law to be altered; therefore, he did not hearken to those who had sent in their voices with their petitions concerning the altering of the law.
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When we do not believe, we are brought down to bondage. (note for Alma 50:22) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:34 PM |
Note: When we do not believe, we are brought down to bondage.
Alma 50:22
And those who were faithful in keeping the commandments of the Lord were delivered at all times, whilst thousands of their wicked brethren have been consigned to bondage, or to perish by the sword, or to dwindle in unbelief, and mingle with the Lamanites.
Alma 50:22
And those who were faithful in keeping the commandments of the Lord were delivered at all times, whilst thousands of their wicked brethren have been consigned to bondage, or to perish by the sword, or to dwindle in unbelief, and mingle with the Lamanites.
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We prosper when we keep the commandments. (note for Alma 50:20) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:34 PM |
Note: We prosper when we keep the commandments.
Alma 50:20
Blessed art thou and thy children; and they shall be blessed, inasmuch as they shall keep my commandments they shall prosper in the land. But remember, inasmuch as they will not keep my commandments they shall be cut off from the presence of the Lord.
Alma 50:20
Blessed art thou and thy children; and they shall be blessed, inasmuch as they shall keep my commandments they shall prosper in the land. But remember, inasmuch as they will not keep my commandments they shall be cut off from the presence of the Lord.
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We prosper when we keep the commandments. (note for Alma 50:20) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:34 PM |
Note: We prosper when we keep the commandments.
Alma 50:20
Blessed art thou and thy children; and they shall be blessed, inasmuch as they shall keep my commandments they shall prosper in the land. But remember, inasmuch as they will not keep my commandments they shall be cut off from the presence of the Lord.
Alma 50:20
Blessed art thou and thy children; and they shall be blessed, inasmuch as they shall keep my commandments they shall prosper in the land. But remember, inasmuch as they will not keep my commandments they shall be cut off from the presence of the Lord.
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God directs us the paths we should take. (note for Alma 50:3) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:33 PM |
Note: God directs us the paths we should take.
Alma 50:3
And he caused that upon those works of timbers there should be a frame of pickets built upon the timbers round about; and they were strong and high.
Alma 50:3
And he caused that upon those works of timbers there should be a frame of pickets built upon the timbers round about; and they were strong and high.
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We must always be grateful for God's hand in our lives. (note for Alma 49:28) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:33 PM |
Note: We must always be grateful for God's hand in our lives.
Alma 49:28
And it came to pass, that on the other hand, the people of Nephi did thank the Lord their God, because of his matchless power in delivering them from the hands of their enemies.
Alma 49:28
And it came to pass, that on the other hand, the people of Nephi did thank the Lord their God, because of his matchless power in delivering them from the hands of their enemies.
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When we follow God's commands, we know the measures to take for our protection. (note for Alma 49:27) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:32 PM |
Note: When we follow God's commands, we know the measures to take for our protection.
Alma 49:27
Yea, he was exceedingly wroth, and he did curse God, and also Moroni, swearing with an oath that he would drink his blood; and this because Moroni had kept the commandments of God in preparing for the safety of his people.
Alma 49:27
Yea, he was exceedingly wroth, and he did curse God, and also Moroni, swearing with an oath that he would drink his blood; and this because Moroni had kept the commandments of God in preparing for the safety of his people.
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God watches over us and aids us always. (note for Alma 49:23) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:32 PM |
Note: God watches over us and aids us always.
Alma 49:23
Thus the Nephites had all power over their enemies; and thus the Lamanites did attempt to destroy the Nephites until their chief captains were all slain; yea, and more than a thousand of the Lamanites were slain; while, on the other hand, there was not a single soul of the Nephites which was slain.
Alma 49:23
Thus the Nephites had all power over their enemies; and thus the Lamanites did attempt to destroy the Nephites until their chief captains were all slain; yea, and more than a thousand of the Lamanites were slain; while, on the other hand, there was not a single soul of the Nephites which was slain.
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We should create a fortress and protect ourselves spiritually and physically. (note for Alma 49:4) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:29 PM |
Note: We should create a fortress and protect ourselves spiritually and physically.
Alma 49:4
But behold, how great was their disappointment; for behold, the Nephites had dug up a ridge of earth round about them, which was so high that the Lamanites could not cast their stones and their arrows at them that they might take effect, neither could they come upon them save it was by their place of entrance.
Alma 49:4
But behold, how great was their disappointment; for behold, the Nephites had dug up a ridge of earth round about them, which was so high that the Lamanites could not cast their stones and their arrows at them that they might take effect, neither could they come upon them save it was by their place of entrance.
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We should be like Moroni and not let the devil have power over us. (note for Alma 48:17) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:28 PM |
Note: We should be like Moroni and not let the devil have power over us.
Alma 48:17
Yea, verily, verily I say unto you, if all men had been, and were, and ever would be, like unto Moroni, behold, the very powers of hell would have been shaken forever; yea, the devil would never have power over the hearts of the children of men.
Alma 48:17
Yea, verily, verily I say unto you, if all men had been, and were, and ever would be, like unto Moroni, behold, the very powers of hell would have been shaken forever; yea, the devil would never have power over the hearts of the children of men.
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We should be like Moroni and not let the devil have power over us. (note for Alma 48:17) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:28 PM |
Note: We should be like Moroni and not let the devil have power over us.
Alma 48:17
Yea, verily, verily I say unto you, if all men had been, and were, and ever would be, like unto Moroni, behold, the very powers of hell would have been shaken forever; yea, the devil would never have power over the hearts of the children of men.
Alma 48:17
Yea, verily, verily I say unto you, if all men had been, and were, and ever would be, like unto Moroni, behold, the very powers of hell would have been shaken forever; yea, the devil would never have power over the hearts of the children of men.
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We should never be the aggressors, but should defend our person when necessary. (note for Alma 48:14) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:27 PM |
Note: We should never be the aggressors, but should defend our person when necessary.
Alma 48:14
Now the Nephites were taught to defend themselves against their enemies, even to the shedding of blood if it were necessary; yea, and they were also taught never to give an offense, yea, and never to raise the sword except it were against an enemy, except it were to preserve their lives.
Alma 48:14
Now the Nephites were taught to defend themselves against their enemies, even to the shedding of blood if it were necessary; yea, and they were also taught never to give an offense, yea, and never to raise the sword except it were against an enemy, except it were to preserve their lives.
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We should defend our liberties, even if it means deaths. (note for Alma 48:13) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:26 PM |
Note: We should defend our liberties, even if it means deaths.
Alma 48:13
Yea, and he was a man who was firm in the faith of Christ, and he had sworn with an oath to defend his people, his rights, and his country, and his religion, even to the loss of his blood.
Alma 48:13
Yea, and he was a man who was firm in the faith of Christ, and he had sworn with an oath to defend his people, his rights, and his country, and his religion, even to the loss of his blood.
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We should have an attitude of gratitude and bring other souls to God. (note for Alma 48:12) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:25 PM |
Note: We should have an attitude of gratitude and bring other souls to God.
Alma 48:12
Yea, a man whose heart did swell with thanksgiving to his God, for the many privileges and blessings which he bestowed upon his people; a man who did labor exceedingly for the welfare and safety of his people.
Alma 48:12
Yea, a man whose heart did swell with thanksgiving to his God, for the many privileges and blessings which he bestowed upon his people; a man who did labor exceedingly for the welfare and safety of his people.
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We should have an attitude of gratitude and bring other souls to God. (note for Alma 48:12) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:25 PM |
Note: We should have an attitude of gratitude and bring other souls to God.
Alma 48:12
Yea, a man whose heart did swell with thanksgiving to his God, for the many privileges and blessings which he bestowed upon his people; a man who did labor exceedingly for the welfare and safety of his people.
Alma 48:12
Yea, a man whose heart did swell with thanksgiving to his God, for the many privileges and blessings which he bestowed upon his people; a man who did labor exceedingly for the welfare and safety of his people.
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Our souls should delight in freedom. (note for Alma 48:11) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:24 PM |
Note: Our souls should delight in freedom.
Alma 48:11
And Moroni was a strong and a mighty man; he was a man of a perfect understanding; yea, a man that did not delight in bloodshed; a man whose soul did joy in the liberty and the freedom of his country, and his brethren from bondage and slavery;
Alma 48:11
And Moroni was a strong and a mighty man; he was a man of a perfect understanding; yea, a man that did not delight in bloodshed; a man whose soul did joy in the liberty and the freedom of his country, and his brethren from bondage and slavery;
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Our souls should delight in freedom. (note for Alma 48:11) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:24 PM |
Note: Our souls should delight in freedom.
Alma 48:11
And Moroni was a strong and a mighty man; he was a man of a perfect understanding; yea, a man that did not delight in bloodshed; a man whose soul did joy in the liberty and the freedom of his country, and his brethren from bondage and slavery;
Alma 48:11
And Moroni was a strong and a mighty man; he was a man of a perfect understanding; yea, a man that did not delight in bloodshed; a man whose soul did joy in the liberty and the freedom of his country, and his brethren from bondage and slavery;
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How leaders gain power and how they use it is telling. (note for Alma 48:7) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:24 PM |
Note: How leaders gain power and how they use it is telling.
Alma 48:7
Now it came to pass that while Amalickiah had thus been obtaining power by fraud and deceit, Moroni, on the other hand, had been preparing the minds of the people to be faithful unto the Lord their God.
Alma 48:7
Now it came to pass that while Amalickiah had thus been obtaining power by fraud and deceit, Moroni, on the other hand, had been preparing the minds of the people to be faithful unto the Lord their God.
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How leaders gain power and how they use it is telling. (note for Alma 48:7) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:24 PM |
Note: How leaders gain power and how they use it is telling.
Alma 48:7
Now it came to pass that while Amalickiah had thus been obtaining power by fraud and deceit, Moroni, on the other hand, had been preparing the minds of the people to be faithful unto the Lord their God.
Alma 48:7
Now it came to pass that while Amalickiah had thus been obtaining power by fraud and deceit, Moroni, on the other hand, had been preparing the minds of the people to be faithful unto the Lord their God.
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Even those with the knowledge of the gospel may fall away. (note for Alma 47:36) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:23 PM |
Note: Even those with the knowledge of the gospel may fall away.
Alma 47:36
Now these dissenters, having the same instruction and the same information of the Nephites, yea, having been instructed in the same knowledge of the Lord, nevertheless, it is strange to relate, not long after their dissensions they became more hardened and impenitent, and more wild, wicked and ferocious than the Lamanites—drinking in with the traditions of the Lamanites; giving way to indolence, and all manner of lasciviousness; yea, entirely forgetting the Lord their God.
Alma 47:36
Now these dissenters, having the same instruction and the same information of the Nephites, yea, having been instructed in the same knowledge of the Lord, nevertheless, it is strange to relate, not long after their dissensions they became more hardened and impenitent, and more wild, wicked and ferocious than the Lamanites—drinking in with the traditions of the Lamanites; giving way to indolence, and all manner of lasciviousness; yea, entirely forgetting the Lord their God.
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We should choose our leaders wisely. (note for Alma 47:6) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:22 PM |
Note: We should choose our leaders wisely.
Alma 47:6
And they had appointed a man to be a king and a leader over them, being fixed in their minds with a determined resolution that they would not be subjected to go against the Nephites.
Alma 47:6
And they had appointed a man to be a king and a leader over them, being fixed in their minds with a determined resolution that they would not be subjected to go against the Nephites.
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We should choose our leaders wisely. (note for Alma 47:6) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:22 PM |
Note: We should choose our leaders wisely.
Alma 47:6
And they had appointed a man to be a king and a leader over them, being fixed in their minds with a determined resolution that they would not be subjected to go against the Nephites.
Alma 47:6
And they had appointed a man to be a king and a leader over them, being fixed in their minds with a determined resolution that they would not be subjected to go against the Nephites.
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Evil can be very subtle. (note for Alma 47:4) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:20 PM |
Note: Evil can be very subtle.
Alma 47:4
Now behold, this was the desire of Amalickiah; for he being a very subtle man to do evil therefore he laid the plan in his heart to dethrone the king of the Lamanites.
Alma 47:4
Now behold, this was the desire of Amalickiah; for he being a very subtle man to do evil therefore he laid the plan in his heart to dethrone the king of the Lamanites.
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Evil can be very subtle. (note for Alma 47:4) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:20 PM |
Note: Evil can be very subtle.
Alma 47:4
Now behold, this was the desire of Amalickiah; for he being a very subtle man to do evil therefore he laid the plan in his heart to dethrone the king of the Lamanites.
Alma 47:4
Now behold, this was the desire of Amalickiah; for he being a very subtle man to do evil therefore he laid the plan in his heart to dethrone the king of the Lamanites.
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We should die with a clean conscience. (note for Alma 46:39) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:17 PM |
Note: We should die with a clean conscience.
Alma 46:39
And it came to pass that there were many who died, firmly believing that their souls were redeemed by the Lord Jesus Christ; thus they went out of the world rejoicing.
Alma 46:39
And it came to pass that there were many who died, firmly believing that their souls were redeemed by the Lord Jesus Christ; thus they went out of the world rejoicing.
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As long as we are righteous, God will aid us in times of trial. (note for Alma 46:18) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:17 PM |
Note: As long as we are righteous, God will aid us in times of trial.
Alma 46:18
And he said: Surely God shall not suffer that we, who are despised because we take upon us the name of Christ, shall be trodden down and destroyed, until we bring it upon us by our own transgressions.
Alma 46:18
And he said: Surely God shall not suffer that we, who are despised because we take upon us the name of Christ, shall be trodden down and destroyed, until we bring it upon us by our own transgressions.
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We should respect the liberty and agency of all and strive to maintain it. (note for Alma 46:13) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:16 PM |
Note: We should respect the liberty and agency of all and strive to maintain it.
Alma 46:13
And he fastened on his head-plate, and his breastplate, and his shields, and girded on his armor about his loins; and he took the pole, which had on the end thereof his rent coat, (and he called it the title of liberty) and he bowed himself to the earth, and he prayed mightily unto his God for the blessings of liberty to rest upon his brethren, so long as there should a band of Christians remain to possess the land—
Alma 46:13
And he fastened on his head-plate, and his breastplate, and his shields, and girded on his armor about his loins; and he took the pole, which had on the end thereof his rent coat, (and he called it the title of liberty) and he bowed himself to the earth, and he prayed mightily unto his God for the blessings of liberty to rest upon his brethren, so long as there should a band of Christians remain to possess the land—
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We should defend righteous causes in order to preserve everyone's agency. (note for Alma 46:12) |
| April 18, 2012 at 08:15 PM |
Note: We should defend righteous causes in order to preserve everyone's agency.
Alma 46:12
And it came to pass that he rent his coat; and he took a piece thereof, and wrote upon it—In memory of our God, our religion, and freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children—and he fastened it upon the end of a pole.
Alma 46:12
And it came to pass that he rent his coat; and he took a piece thereof, and wrote upon it—In memory of our God, our religion, and freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children—and he fastened it upon the end of a pole.
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We must always thank God for our blessings. (note for Alma 45:1) |
| March 28, 2012 at 11:02 PM |
Note: We must always thank God for our blessings.
Alma 45:1
Behold, now it came to pass that the people of Nephi were exceedingly rejoiced, because the Lord had again delivered them out of the hands of their enemies; therefore they gave thanks unto the Lord their God; yea, and they did fast much and pray much, and they did worship God with exceedingly great joy.
Alma 45:1
Behold, now it came to pass that the people of Nephi were exceedingly rejoiced, because the Lord had again delivered them out of the hands of their enemies; therefore they gave thanks unto the Lord their God; yea, and they did fast much and pray much, and they did worship God with exceedingly great joy.
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We must not be prideful, for we are nothing without God. (note for Alma 45:24) |
| March 28, 2012 at 11:01 PM |
Note: We must not be prideful, for we are nothing without God.
Alma 45:24
But they grew proud, being lifted up in their hearts, because of their exceedingly great riches; therefore they grew rich in their own eyes, and would not give heed to their words, to walk uprightly before God.
Alma 45:24
But they grew proud, being lifted up in their hearts, because of their exceedingly great riches; therefore they grew rich in their own eyes, and would not give heed to their words, to walk uprightly before God.
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We are blessed, if we will have faith and endure to the end. (note for Alma 45:17) |
| March 28, 2012 at 11:01 PM |
Note: We are blessed, if we will have faith and endure to the end.
Alma 45:17
And now, when Alma had said these words he blessed the church, yea, all those who should stand fast in the faith from that time henceforth.
Alma 45:17
And now, when Alma had said these words he blessed the church, yea, all those who should stand fast in the faith from that time henceforth.
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We must have mercy and be forgiving. (note for Alma 44:6) |
| March 28, 2012 at 07:55 PM |
Note: We must have mercy and be forgiving.
Alma 44:6
Yea, and this is not all; I command you by all the desires which ye have for life, that ye deliver up your weapons of war unto us, and we will seek not your blood, but we will spare your lives, if ye will go your way and come not again to war against us.
Alma 44:6
Yea, and this is not all; I command you by all the desires which ye have for life, that ye deliver up your weapons of war unto us, and we will seek not your blood, but we will spare your lives, if ye will go your way and come not again to war against us.
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We should have faith that we are nothing without God and only because of Him do we accomplish anything. (note for Alma 44:3) |
| March 28, 2012 at 07:54 PM |
Note: We should have faith that we are nothing without God and only because of Him do we accomplish anything.
Alma 44:3
But now, ye behold that the Lord is with us; and ye behold that he has delivered you into our hands. And now I would that ye should understand that this is done unto us because of our religion and our faith in Christ. And now ye see that ye cannot destroy this our faith.
Alma 44:3
But now, ye behold that the Lord is with us; and ye behold that he has delivered you into our hands. And now I would that ye should understand that this is done unto us because of our religion and our faith in Christ. And now ye see that ye cannot destroy this our faith.
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We should never be motivated by hate. (note for Alma 44:2) |
| March 28, 2012 at 07:53 PM |
Note: We should never be motivated by hate.
Alma 44:2
Behold, we have not come out to battle against you that we might shed your blood for power; neither do we desire to bring any one to the yoke of bondage. But this is the very cause for which ye have come against us; yea, and ye are angry with us because of our religion.
Alma 44:2
Behold, we have not come out to battle against you that we might shed your blood for power; neither do we desire to bring any one to the yoke of bondage. But this is the very cause for which ye have come against us; yea, and ye are angry with us because of our religion.
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Shedding blood in self defense is reasonable. (note for Alma 43:47) |
| March 28, 2012 at 07:32 PM |
Note: Shedding blood in self defense is reasonable.
Alma 43:47
And again, the Lord has said that: Ye shall defend your families even unto bloodshed. Therefore for this cause were the Nephites contending with the Lamanites, to defend themselves, and their families, and their lands, their country, and their rights, and their religion.
Alma 43:47
And again, the Lord has said that: Ye shall defend your families even unto bloodshed. Therefore for this cause were the Nephites contending with the Lamanites, to defend themselves, and their families, and their lands, their country, and their rights, and their religion.
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We should defend our liberty and our families. (note for Alma 43:45) |
| March 28, 2012 at 07:32 PM |
Note: We should defend our liberty and our families.
Alma 43:45
Nevertheless, the Nephites were inspired by a better cause, for they were not fighting for monarchy nor power but they were fighting for their homes and their liberties, their wives and their children, and their all, yea, for their rites of worship and their church.
Alma 43:45
Nevertheless, the Nephites were inspired by a better cause, for they were not fighting for monarchy nor power but they were fighting for their homes and their liberties, their wives and their children, and their all, yea, for their rites of worship and their church.
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If we fight, it ought to be for the liberty and agency of all. (note for Alma 43:30) |
| March 28, 2012 at 07:32 PM |
Note: If we fight, it ought to be for the liberty and agency of all.
Alma 43:30
And he also knowing that it was the only desire of the Nephites to preserve their lands, and their liberty, and their church, therefore he thought it no sin that he should defend them by stratagem; therefore, he found by his spies which course the Lamanites were to take.
Alma 43:30
And he also knowing that it was the only desire of the Nephites to preserve their lands, and their liberty, and their church, therefore he thought it no sin that he should defend them by stratagem; therefore, he found by his spies which course the Lamanites were to take.
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Fighting for power is not the right cause. (note for Alma 43:29) |
| March 28, 2012 at 07:31 PM |
Note: Fighting for power is not the right cause.
Alma 43:29
And now, as Moroni knew the intention of the Lamanites, that it was their intention to destroy their brethren, or to subject them and bring them into bondage that they might establish a kingdom unto themselves over all the land;
Alma 43:29
And now, as Moroni knew the intention of the Lamanites, that it was their intention to destroy their brethren, or to subject them and bring them into bondage that they might establish a kingdom unto themselves over all the land;
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We need to defend our right to practice our faith. (note for Alma 43:9) |
| March 28, 2012 at 07:31 PM |
Note: We need to defend our right to practice our faith.
Alma 43:9
And now the design of the Nephites was to support their lands, and their houses, and their wives, and their children, that they might preserve them from the hands of their enemies; and also that they might preserve their rights and their privileges, yea, and also their liberty, that they might worship God according to their desires.
Alma 43:9
And now the design of the Nephites was to support their lands, and their houses, and their wives, and their children, that they might preserve them from the hands of their enemies; and also that they might preserve their rights and their privileges, yea, and also their liberty, that they might worship God according to their desires.
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Mercy claims the penitent and brings them back to the presence of God. (note for Alma 42:23) |
| March 24, 2012 at 12:27 PM |
Note: Mercy claims the penitent and brings them back to the presence of God.
Alma 42:23
But God ceaseth not to be God, and mercy claimeth the penitent, and mercy cometh because of the atonement; and the atonement bringeth to pass the resurrection of the dead; and the resurrection of the dead bringeth back men into the presence of God; and thus they are restored into his presence, to be judged according to their works, according to the law and justice.
Alma 42:23
But God ceaseth not to be God, and mercy claimeth the penitent, and mercy cometh because of the atonement; and the atonement bringeth to pass the resurrection of the dead; and the resurrection of the dead bringeth back men into the presence of God; and thus they are restored into his presence, to be judged according to their works, according to the law and justice.
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Mercy cannot claim those who do not repent. (note for Alma 42:22) |
| March 24, 2012 at 12:26 PM |
Note: Mercy cannot claim those who do not repent.
Alma 42:22
But there is a law given, and a punishment affixed, and a repentance granted; which repentance, mercy claimeth; otherwise, justice claimeth the creature and executeth the law, and the law inflicteth the punishment; if not so, the works of justice would be destroyed, and God would cease to be God.
Alma 42:22
But there is a law given, and a punishment affixed, and a repentance granted; which repentance, mercy claimeth; otherwise, justice claimeth the creature and executeth the law, and the law inflicteth the punishment; if not so, the works of justice would be destroyed, and God would cease to be God.
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Our sins our attuned for, so God can exercise mercy. (note for Alma 42:15) |
| March 24, 2012 at 12:25 PM |
Note: Our sins our attuned for, so God can exercise mercy.
Alma 42:15
And now, the plan of mercy could not be brought about except an atonement should be made; therefore God himself atoneth for the sins of the world, to bring about the plan of mercy, to appease the demands of justice, that God might be a perfect, just God, and a merciful God also.
Alma 42:15
And now, the plan of mercy could not be brought about except an atonement should be made; therefore God himself atoneth for the sins of the world, to bring about the plan of mercy, to appease the demands of justice, that God might be a perfect, just God, and a merciful God also.
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We will all sim and cannot return to God, if we do not repent. (note for Alma 42:14) |
| March 24, 2012 at 12:25 PM |
Note: We will all sim and cannot return to God, if we do not repent.
Alma 42:14
And thus we see that all mankind were fallen, and they were in the grasp of justice; yea, the justice of God, which consigned them forever to be cut off from his presence.
Alma 42:14
And thus we see that all mankind were fallen, and they were in the grasp of justice; yea, the justice of God, which consigned them forever to be cut off from his presence.
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Be merciful to all and be kind and just because what we send out is restored unto us. (note for Alma 41:14) |
| March 20, 2012 at 01:50 PM |
Note: Be merciful to all and be kind and just because what we send out is restored unto us.
Alma 41:14
Therefore, my son, see that you are merciful unto your brethren; deal justly, judge righteously, and do good continually; and if ye do all these things then shall ye receive your reward; yea, ye shall have mercy restored unto you again; ye shall have justice restored unto you again; ye shall have a righteous judgment restored unto you again; and ye shall have good rewarded unto you again.
Alma 41:14
Therefore, my son, see that you are merciful unto your brethren; deal justly, judge righteously, and do good continually; and if ye do all these things then shall ye receive your reward; yea, ye shall have mercy restored unto you again; ye shall have justice restored unto you again; ye shall have a righteous judgment restored unto you again; and ye shall have good rewarded unto you again.
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Those in a carnal state are contrary to the state of happiness. (note for Alma 41:11) |
| March 20, 2012 at 01:49 PM |
Note: Those in a carnal state are contrary to the state of happiness.
Alma 41:11
And now, my son, all men that are in a state of nature, or I would say, in a carnal state, are in the gall of bitterness and in the bonds of iniquity; they are without God in the world, and they have gone contrary to the nature of God; therefore, they are in a state contrary to the nature of happiness.
Alma 41:11
And now, my son, all men that are in a state of nature, or I would say, in a carnal state, are in the gall of bitterness and in the bonds of iniquity; they are without God in the world, and they have gone contrary to the nature of God; therefore, they are in a state contrary to the nature of happiness.
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It is required that all men be judged according to their works. (note for Alma 41:3) |
| March 20, 2012 at 01:49 PM |
Note: It is required that all men be judged according to their works.
Alma 41:3
And it is requisite with the justice of God that men should be judged according to their works; and if their works were good in this life, and the desires of their hearts were good, that they should also, at the last day, be restored unto that which is good.
Alma 41:3
And it is requisite with the justice of God that men should be judged according to their works; and if their works were good in this life, and the desires of their hearts were good, that they should also, at the last day, be restored unto that which is good.
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Our bodies are restored to our perfect form. (note for Alma 40:23) |
| March 20, 2012 at 12:49 PM |
Note: Our bodies are restored to our perfect form.
Alma 40:23
The soul shall be restored to the body, and the body to the soul; yea, and every limb and joint shall be restored to its body; yea, even a hair of the head shall not be lost; but all things shall be restored to their proper and perfect frame.
Alma 40:23
The soul shall be restored to the body, and the body to the soul; yea, and every limb and joint shall be restored to its body; yea, even a hair of the head shall not be lost; but all things shall be restored to their proper and perfect frame.
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There is a space of time between death and resurrection where souls are raised before we are reunited with our bodies and judged by our works. (note for Alma 40:21) |
| March 20, 2012 at 12:48 PM |
Note: There is a space of time between death and resurrection where souls are raised before we are reunited with our bodies and judged by our works.
Alma 40:21
But whether it be at his resurrection or after, I do not say; but this much I say, that there is a space between death and the resurrection of the body, and a state of the soul in happiness or in misery until the time which is appointed of God that the dead shall come forth, and be reunited, both soul and body, and be brought to stand before God, and be judged according to their works.
Alma 40:21
But whether it be at his resurrection or after, I do not say; but this much I say, that there is a space between death and the resurrection of the body, and a state of the soul in happiness or in misery until the time which is appointed of God that the dead shall come forth, and be reunited, both soul and body, and be brought to stand before God, and be judged according to their works.
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All souls are resurrected after to coming of Christ. (note for Alma 40:2) |
| March 20, 2012 at 12:46 PM |
Note: All souls are resurrected after to coming of Christ.
Alma 40:2
Behold, I say unto you, that there is no resurrection—or, I would say, in other words, that this mortal does not put on immortality, this corruption does not put on incorruption—until after the coming of Christ.
Alma 40:2
Behold, I say unto you, that there is no resurrection—or, I would say, in other words, that this mortal does not put on immortality, this corruption does not put on incorruption—until after the coming of Christ.
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The Plan of Salvation is just as relevant to those who lived before Christ's coming as it is to those living after it. (note for Alma 39:18) |
| March 20, 2012 at 12:00 PM |
Note: The Plan of Salvation is just as relevant to those who lived before Christ's coming as it is to those living after it.
Alma 39:18
Is it not as necessary that the plan of redemption should be made known unto this people as well as unto their children?
Alma 39:18
Is it not as necessary that the plan of redemption should be made known unto this people as well as unto their children?
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Don't focus on material things it is only our knowledge and spirits that we can take with us after this life. (note for Alma 39:14) |
| March 20, 2012 at 11:59 AM |
Note: Don't focus on material things it is only our knowledge and spirits that we can take with us after this life.
Alma 39:14
Seek not after riches nor the vain things of this world; for behold, you cannot carry them with you.
Alma 39:14
Seek not after riches nor the vain things of this world; for behold, you cannot carry them with you.
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Denying the Holy Ghost and murdering are sins for which it is difficult to receive forgiveness. (note for Alma 39:6) |
| March 20, 2012 at 11:58 AM |
Note: Denying the Holy Ghost and murdering are sins for which it is difficult to receive forgiveness.
Alma 39:6
For behold, if ye deny the Holy Ghost when it once has had place in you, and ye know that ye deny it, behold, this is a sin which is unpardonable; yea, and whosoever murdereth against the light and knowledge of God, it is not easy for him to obtain forgiveness; yea, I say unto you, my son, that it is not easy for him to obtain a forgiveness.
Alma 39:6
For behold, if ye deny the Holy Ghost when it once has had place in you, and ye know that ye deny it, behold, this is a sin which is unpardonable; yea, and whosoever murdereth against the light and knowledge of God, it is not easy for him to obtain forgiveness; yea, I say unto you, my son, that it is not easy for him to obtain a forgiveness.
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Acknowledge our nothingness to God at all times. (note for Alma 38:14) |
| March 20, 2012 at 11:44 AM |
Note: Acknowledge our nothingness to God at all times.
Alma 38:14
Do not say: O God, I thank thee that we are better than our brethren; but rather say: O Lord, forgive my unworthiness, and remember my brethren in mercy—yea, acknowledge your unworthiness before God at all times.
Alma 38:14
Do not say: O God, I thank thee that we are better than our brethren; but rather say: O Lord, forgive my unworthiness, and remember my brethren in mercy—yea, acknowledge your unworthiness before God at all times.
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Love everyone and speak your beliefs with conviction. (note for Alma 38:12) |
| March 20, 2012 at 11:43 AM |
Note: Love everyone and speak your beliefs with conviction.
Alma 38:12
Use boldness, but not overbearance; and also see that ye bridle all your passions, that ye may be filled with love; see that ye refrain from idleness.
Alma 38:12
Use boldness, but not overbearance; and also see that ye bridle all your passions, that ye may be filled with love; see that ye refrain from idleness.
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Salvation comes only through Christ's atonement. (note for Alma 38:9) |
| March 20, 2012 at 11:42 AM |
Note: Salvation comes only through Christ's atonement.
Alma 38:9
And now, my son, I have told you this that ye may learn wisdom, that ye may learn of me that there is no other way or means whereby man can be saved, only in and through Christ. Behold, he is the life and the light of the world. Behold, he is the word of truth and righteousness.
Alma 38:9
And now, my son, I have told you this that ye may learn wisdom, that ye may learn of me that there is no other way or means whereby man can be saved, only in and through Christ. Behold, he is the life and the light of the world. Behold, he is the word of truth and righteousness.
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If we have faith the atonement can bring us to Heavenly Father again, it will and we will live. (note for Alma 37:46) |
| March 16, 2012 at 09:32 AM |
Note: If we have faith the atonement can bring us to Heavenly Father again, it will and we will live.
Alma 37:46
O my son, do not let us be slothful because of the easiness of the way; for so was it with our fathers; for so was it prepared for them, that if they would look they might live; even so it is with us. The way is prepared, and if we will look we may live forever.
Alma 37:46
O my son, do not let us be slothful because of the easiness of the way; for so was it with our fathers; for so was it prepared for them, that if they would look they might live; even so it is with us. The way is prepared, and if we will look we may live forever.
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If we follow the course and do as God asks, we can be led to eternal life. (note for Alma 37:45) |
| March 16, 2012 at 09:31 AM |
Note: If we follow the course and do as God asks, we can be led to eternal life.
Alma 37:45
And now I say, is there not a type in this thing? For just as surely as this director did bring our fathers, by following its course, to the promised land, shall the words of Christ, if we follow their course, carry us beyond this vale of sorrow into a far better land of promise.
Alma 37:45
And now I say, is there not a type in this thing? For just as surely as this director did bring our fathers, by following its course, to the promised land, shall the words of Christ, if we follow their course, carry us beyond this vale of sorrow into a far better land of promise.
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Always keep the line of communication open with God and pray continually. (note for Alma 37:37) |
| March 16, 2012 at 09:30 AM |
Note: Always keep the line of communication open with God and pray continually.
Alma 37:37
Counsel with the Lord in all thy doings, and he will direct thee for good; yea, when thou liest down at night lie down unto the Lord, that he may watch over you in your sleep; and when thou risest in the morning let thy heart be full of thanks unto God; and if ye do these things, ye shall be lifted up at the last day.
Alma 37:37
Counsel with the Lord in all thy doings, and he will direct thee for good; yea, when thou liest down at night lie down unto the Lord, that he may watch over you in your sleep; and when thou risest in the morning let thy heart be full of thanks unto God; and if ye do these things, ye shall be lifted up at the last day.
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God always has specific purposes and intentions. (note for Alma 37:12) |
| March 16, 2012 at 09:28 AM |
Note: God always has specific purposes and intentions.
Alma 37:12
And it may suffice if I only say they are preserved for a wise purpose, which purpose is known unto God; for he doth counsel in wisdom over all his works, and his paths are straight, and his course is one eternal round.
Alma 37:12
And it may suffice if I only say they are preserved for a wise purpose, which purpose is known unto God; for he doth counsel in wisdom over all his works, and his paths are straight, and his course is one eternal round.
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God will support us through trials when we trust and have faith in Him. (note for Alma 36:3) |
| March 15, 2012 at 05:08 PM |
Note: God will support us through trials when we trust and have faith in Him.
Alma 36:3
And now, O my son Helaman, behold, thou art in thy youth, and therefore, I beseech of thee that thou wilt hear my words and learn of me; for I do know that whosoever shall put their trust in God shall be supported in their trials, and their troubles, and their afflictions, and shall be lifted up at the last day.
Alma 36:3
And now, O my son Helaman, behold, thou art in thy youth, and therefore, I beseech of thee that thou wilt hear my words and learn of me; for I do know that whosoever shall put their trust in God shall be supported in their trials, and their troubles, and their afflictions, and shall be lifted up at the last day.
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Before repentance our sins bring feelings of guilt to the forefront. (note for Alma 36:12) |
| March 15, 2012 at 05:08 PM |
Note: Before repentance our sins bring feelings of guilt to the forefront.
Alma 36:12
But I was racked with eternal torment, for my soul was harrowed up to the greatest degree and racked with all my sins.
Alma 36:12
But I was racked with eternal torment, for my soul was harrowed up to the greatest degree and racked with all my sins.
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When we repent, our sins trouble us no more and we don't remember them. (note for Alma 36:19) |
| March 15, 2012 at 05:07 PM |
Note: When we repent, our sins trouble us no more and we don't remember them.
Alma 36:19
And now, behold, when I thought this, I could remember my pains no more; yea, I was harrowed up by the memory of my sins no more.
Alma 36:19
And now, behold, when I thought this, I could remember my pains no more; yea, I was harrowed up by the memory of my sins no more.