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No one should ever be persecuted or bullied for their personal beliefs, yet that is exactly what the wicked Nephites did to those who believed in Christ. Many signs and wonders were given to support the faithful in their trials, who were rewarded for their faith when the sign of the Savior’s birth was seen by everyone throughout the land (3 Nephi 1:15-21).
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Prophets are often called to warn of the dangers of leaving the covenant path. However, like Samuel the Lamanite, they are also called to proclaim “glad tidings of great joy” (Helaman 16:14). Reflecting on recent General Conference addresses by President Russell M. Nelson, there have been many warnings and tidings of great joy that the prophet has proclaimed. Each one is a personal message from the Lord sent through His servant.
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Every day, we have the opportunity to learn something new. We learn best when we are able to review it several times so it sticks with us. The gospel of Jesus Christ is taught in the same way: we learn new things through revelation, and we remember them by living the principles of the gospel every day of our entire lives.
Come Follow Me Lessons & Activities for Kids Lesson 35 | August 26-September 1 | Helaman 1-6 It’s hard to imagine a better metaphor for the spiritual stability that Jesus Christ offers than a strong, rock-solid foundation. As the Nephites entered another troubling period of history, it’s clear that their key to survival was to be
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Come Follow Me Lessons & Activities for Kids Lesson 34 | August 19-25 | Alma 53-63 Have you ever been through a difficult trial you felt would never end? While we often must wait for answers to prayers, we can rely on our family and friends to help us and point us towards Jesus Christ. Years
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It’s not uncommon to see the “war chapters” of the Book of Mormon as a lot of verses filled with battles and lacking spiritual significance. However, some of the strongest examples of faith and belief in Jesus Christ in the scriptures come from these ten chapters. Nowhere else is the consequence of wickedness and the fate of the righteous more apparent than in Alma 43-52.
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One of Alma’s most important teachings in the Book of Mormon was taught to his son, Corianton. In helping his son seek repentance for his sins, Alma shared Corianton’s role in the Plan of Happiness. Corianton needed to use his life to make good choices to truly understand that “wickedness never was happiness” (Alma 41:10).
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Everyone loves to tell their mission stories. Missionaries serving across the world, from Alaska to Albania, share experiences with their families to teach important principles of faith and trust in the Lord. Alma was no different, sharing his experiences with his sons as they took on more responsibility in the Church.
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The gospel of Jesus Christ is often in contrast with the doctrines of the world. The wicked Zoramites had abandoned the inspired word of God for their own interpretation, neglecting the principles of faith and repentance. Their hardened hearts were not receptive to Alma’s preaching, unlike the poor Zoramites who were eager to learn how the gospel could bring them peace.
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Alma knew that the gospel of Jesus Christ was more influential than armies or alliances. Time and time again, his knowledge of the scriptures had strengthened him in his missionary work and helped him lead the Nephites through many trials.
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