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Come to a Knowledge of Jesus Christ

The purpose of the Book of Mormon is to bring all nations, kindreds, tongues and people to a knowledge of Jesus Christ. It is, as the Book of Mormon states, a “voice crying from the dust.” I hear that voice … Continue reading

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Jesus Stands with Open Arms

Elder David A Bednar gave a conference talk about Lehi’s dream. In it he asked the question: What lessons can and should I learn from Lehi’s vision of the tree of life and from the principle of continually holding fast to the … Continue reading

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1 Nephi 8–That My Family May Partake

Just as the Old Testament is essentially the story of a family, the Book of Mormon is the story of a family. In fact, the history of the world is the story of God’s family. Ephesians 6:14-15 it says: For … Continue reading

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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

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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

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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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