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1 Nephi 10–Lehi’s remarkable prophesies of the Messiah, A Precious Record
According to Nephi, Lehi wrote down many of the things which he saw in visions and dreams. Nephi’s refers to his father’s record more than once. On the plates that Nephi is writing on he abridges his father’s record. One … Continue reading
1 Nephi 8–What is most precious, desirable and joyous above all things? Lehi’s vision of the Tree of Life
I’ve been pondering what I can write about Lehi’s vision of the Tree of Life. So much has been written about it. I did a search on the BYU scripture index. 1 Nephi 8 is been cited 228 times in … Continue reading
1 Nephi 7–How is it ye have forgotten?
The 2nd journey back to Jerusalem The 2nd journey back to Jerusalem is to go back and entreat Ishmael and his family to go with Lehi and his family. It seems like Lehi and Ishmael had a pervious relationship and … Continue reading
1 Nephi 1–The tender mercies of the Lord
In going back over my blog, I realized that I didn’t include insights into 1 Nephi1. I don’t know how that happened! It is such a crucial chapter beginning with a testimony of Jesus Christ by Lehi. For a wise … Continue reading
1 Nephi 6 and 9–The Things of God
I’m putting these 2 chapters together because they are an interlude in the story explaining the purpose of Nephi’s writings. In 1 Nephi 6 he explains that he desires to write the things of God. What an awesome desire and … Continue reading
Nephi 4–Led by the Spirit, scriptures, covenants
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
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
1 Nephi 2 and 3 insights–prayer, faith, being led by the Spirit
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
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
Clay Christensen’s Testimony of the Book of Mormon
Every now and then I read a testimony from someone else that has such a powerful impact on me that I need to share it. Such is the testimony of Clay Christensen. You can read his bio here http://www.claytonchristensen.com/biography/. I don’t … Continue reading
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