2 Nephi 7:5-7
"The Lord God hath opened mine ear, and I was not rebellious, neither turned away back. I gave my back to the smiter, and my cheeks to them that plucked off the hair. I hid not my face from shame and spitting. For the Lord God will help me, therefore shall I not be confounded. Therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed."
Jesus Christ knew that His Father was with Him. He willingly gave Himself up to be mocked and harmed because He knew He would be blessed of the Lord. Nothing the world did to Him mattered. It's not the world that lasts; rather it's the gospel that is eternal. Why be ashamed and hide? We should open up and stand up for what is right. Christ did.
Thursday, October 1, 2015
Wednesday, August 12, 2015
Miracles
Mormon 9:19
"And if there were miracles wrought then, why has God ceased to be a God of miracles and yet be an unchangeable Being? And behold, I say unto you he changeth not; if so he would cease to be God; and he ceaseth not to be God, and is a God of miracles."
There are many who do not believe in God, who think miracles do not exist. I know that there is a God, because I have seen and experienced many miracles in my life. I know God loves me and knows me individually. He has granted me miracles when I've asked for them. He is mindful of me and answers my prayers. I am in charge of our relationship and try to remain close to Him.
"And if there were miracles wrought then, why has God ceased to be a God of miracles and yet be an unchangeable Being? And behold, I say unto you he changeth not; if so he would cease to be God; and he ceaseth not to be God, and is a God of miracles."
There are many who do not believe in God, who think miracles do not exist. I know that there is a God, because I have seen and experienced many miracles in my life. I know God loves me and knows me individually. He has granted me miracles when I've asked for them. He is mindful of me and answers my prayers. I am in charge of our relationship and try to remain close to Him.
Thursday, August 6, 2015
Repentance
Mormon 3:22
"And I would that I could persuade all ye ends of the earth to repent and prepare to stand before the judgement-seat of Christ."
I love this reminder to repent and prepare to meet Christ. Repentance should be a daily endeavor. I know I make mistakes each and every day, so I should be on my knees asking for forgiveness each day as well. This is something I need to work on more and sincerely commit myself to.
"And I would that I could persuade all ye ends of the earth to repent and prepare to stand before the judgement-seat of Christ."
I love this reminder to repent and prepare to meet Christ. Repentance should be a daily endeavor. I know I make mistakes each and every day, so I should be on my knees asking for forgiveness each day as well. This is something I need to work on more and sincerely commit myself to.
Friday, April 10, 2015
Wages
Alma 3:27
"For every man receiveth wages of him whom he listeth to obey, and this according to the words of the spirit of prophecy; therefore let it be according to the truth..."
Everyone serves, or works for someone else. Spiritually, the two bosses are the Lord and the devil. Who are we receiving our wages from? What are these wages? The Lord pays us through blessings. These blessings are vast and are always for our good. The devil pays with deception. He gives sadness and icky feelings masked by feel-good schemes. The devil is selfish, and so only gives what he knows isn't good. He makes us miserable like himself.
"For every man receiveth wages of him whom he listeth to obey, and this according to the words of the spirit of prophecy; therefore let it be according to the truth..."
Everyone serves, or works for someone else. Spiritually, the two bosses are the Lord and the devil. Who are we receiving our wages from? What are these wages? The Lord pays us through blessings. These blessings are vast and are always for our good. The devil pays with deception. He gives sadness and icky feelings masked by feel-good schemes. The devil is selfish, and so only gives what he knows isn't good. He makes us miserable like himself.
Thursday, April 9, 2015
One person
Alma 2:2
"Now this Amlici had, by his cunning, drawn away much people after him; even so much that they began to be very powerful; and they began to endeavor to establish Amlici to be a king over the people."
Amlici was just one man, but through his evil ways caused the death of thousands of people. He drew people to follow him, make him their king, and do whatever he asked. He asked to battle the Nephites and they lost. Then he asked to join with the Lamanites and fight the Nephites again. He lost again, and was killed in the process. He created so much contention and bloodshed it is disturbing. It's crazy to think how one person, or one choice, can cause such drastic outcomes.
On another note, it is important to look at the intent of who we follow. Does this person want personal glory, or is he leading to benefit others and God?
"Now this Amlici had, by his cunning, drawn away much people after him; even so much that they began to be very powerful; and they began to endeavor to establish Amlici to be a king over the people."
Amlici was just one man, but through his evil ways caused the death of thousands of people. He drew people to follow him, make him their king, and do whatever he asked. He asked to battle the Nephites and they lost. Then he asked to join with the Lamanites and fight the Nephites again. He lost again, and was killed in the process. He created so much contention and bloodshed it is disturbing. It's crazy to think how one person, or one choice, can cause such drastic outcomes.
On another note, it is important to look at the intent of who we follow. Does this person want personal glory, or is he leading to benefit others and God?
Wednesday, April 8, 2015
No excuses
Alma 1:25
"Now this was a great trial to those that did stand fast in the faith; nevertheless, they were steadfast and immovable in keeping the commandments of God, and they bore with patience the persecution which was heaped upon them."
There is no excuse not the keep the commandments. These christian people were greatly persecuted and mocked, but they still kept the commandments. The commandments will always need to be followed.
"Now this was a great trial to those that did stand fast in the faith; nevertheless, they were steadfast and immovable in keeping the commandments of God, and they bore with patience the persecution which was heaped upon them."
There is no excuse not the keep the commandments. These christian people were greatly persecuted and mocked, but they still kept the commandments. The commandments will always need to be followed.
Tuesday, March 31, 2015
Teacher and Minister
Mosiah 23:14
"And also trust no one to be your teacher nor your minister, except he be a man of God, walking in his ways and keeping his commandments."
This is pretty straight forward. Don't let anyone preach to you unless what is preached is coming from God. Don't believe people so easily. There are many deceitful things, so it is wise to be able to discern between what is of God and what isn't.
"And also trust no one to be your teacher nor your minister, except he be a man of God, walking in his ways and keeping his commandments."
This is pretty straight forward. Don't let anyone preach to you unless what is preached is coming from God. Don't believe people so easily. There are many deceitful things, so it is wise to be able to discern between what is of God and what isn't.
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