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Nephi 4–Led by the Spirit, scriptures, covenants

Posted on July 29, 2026 by bonniesimone

After Nephi’s pep talk to his brothers in the first few verses of chapter 4, we come to the gripping story of Nephi being commanded to kill Laban. Much has been written about this incident to justify or to criticize … Continue reading →

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Nephi 4–Nephi’s pep talk

Posted on July 27, 2026 by bonniesimone

Despite being chastised by an angel, Laman and Lemuel continue to doubt that they can obtain the Brass Plates. I call the next few verses Nephi’s pep talk. He says “let us be faithful in keeping the commandments,”let us go … Continue reading →

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1 Nephi 2 and 3 insights–prayer, faith, being led by the Spirit

Posted on July 27, 2026 by bonniesimone

1 Nephi 2 I love the phrase “blessed art thou.”  What does the Lord value in his children?  The phrase “blessed art thou” lets us know.  Lehi is blessed because of his faithfulness.  Nephi is blessed because of his faith, … Continue reading →

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My daily study of the Book of Mormon

Posted on July 25, 2026 by bonniesimone

I know it’s been a long time since I posted, but I want to start again to witness of Jesus Christ. The Book of Mormon is an additional witness of Christ to the Bible. I have come to know Christ … Continue reading →

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The Content of the Gold Plates of the Book of Mormon

Posted on June 19, 2014 by bonniesimone

The Gold Plates were a combination of records My intent in writing a blog is to introduce sincere investigators to the Book of Mormon.  I want to help others learn about the Book of Mormon.  I hope my readers will … Continue reading →

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What is the Gospel of Jesus Christ?

Posted on March 19, 2014 by bonniesimone

What is the gospel of Jesus Christ?  We know that the word gospel means “good news.”  So, is the gospel of Jesus Christ simply good news that is meant to uplift and inspire us?  Yes, it does uplift and inspire … Continue reading →

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GOD PROVIDES WITNESSES TO HIS TRUTH

Posted on September 18, 2013 by bonniesimone

THE STICK OF JUDAH AND THE STICK OF JOSEPH SHALL BECOME ONE              I have been blogging about the testimony of prophets that Jesus is the Christ.  I’ve cited Old Testament prophets and Book of Mormon prophets. What a wonderful blessing and … Continue reading →

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Scriptural Questions–Doubting verses Discovery

Posted on September 18, 2013 by bonniesimone

“If any of your lack wisdom, let him ask of God” One of the things I love about the scriptures is that they require that you think.  As I read the scriptures I ask myself questions, like, “what in the … Continue reading →

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Book of Mormon prophets bear witness of Christ

Posted on September 17, 2013 by bonniesimone

Book of Mormon prophets quote Old Testament prophets          This blog is part three of “Prophets testify of Christ.”   Jesus’ apostles bore witness of him as a fulfillment of prophecy.  Jesus, himself, bore witness that he was a fulfillment of … Continue reading →

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The Book of Mormon is the Most Correct Book of the Earth.

Posted on August 21, 2013 by bonniesimone

THE BOOK OF MORMON IS THE MOST CORRECT BOOK ON THE EARTH. Joseph Smith boldly asserts that the Book of Mormon is “the most correct of any book on earth, and the keystone of our religion, and a man would … Continue reading →

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