Abinadi had warned Limhi's people that God would only deliver them from bondage if they would repent. When the people finally repented they were able to discover a means for escape. The Lord allowed them to come up with their own plan to escape from the Lamanites. In the Doctrine and Covenants, the Lord tells Joseph Smith that "it is not meet that I should command in all things" and the Saints should "do many things of their own free will, and bring to pass much righteousness".
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I just realized (a week late) that it was my turn to post comments this week. That is what happens when the kids have a six day weekend.
ReplyDeleteIn chapter 22 we are given a great example of how the Lord teaches us to think for ourselves. I like that He promises to deliver them from the armies of King Noah but lets them come up with their own plan of escape.
This is something that we can exercise in our lives on a daily basis.
Chapter 23, verse 21: "Nevertheless, the Lord seeth fit to chasten his people; yea he trieth their patience and their faith."
I think that this is a verse that we can all relate to. I think that everyone feels that their faith and patience are being tried on a regular basis. Much of the comfort of these trials come in the next verse:
22: "Nevertheless - whosoever putteth his trust in him the same shall be lifted up at the last day."
I am always glad to be reminded that the trials we face have purpose.
There are many examples in chapter 24 of how the Lord blesses the righteous. After the many trial that Alma and his people face at the hands of Amulon, they are freed and the Lord leads them to Zarahemla.
Chapter 25 talk about how much we have to gain by reading the scriptures. I, for one, have felt many blessings since we have started reading the Book of Mormon together as a family. I have truly been blessed with a greater understanding of the scriptures. I know that my children have also been blessed in that way. It is wonderful to see them speaking of the heroes of the scriptures with the same love and awe that they speak of superheroes.
It has been a great blessing to read each of your comments and insights each week.
Thank you all for helping me with my study of the Book of Mormon. I am so glad that we can do this together.
Love you all!
Kristin
Gerry said:
ReplyDeleteKristin, thanks for your comments.
I felt these chapters were good chapters on how the Lord will ultimately take care of his people, when they are humble, righteous and look to him for the help they need. As you mentioned, time is the variable which often includes some times of turmoil in our lives. That seems to be part of our test, to endure the difficult times and still focus on the ultimate goal and trust in the one who has the ultimate power to deliver us from our difficulties now and in the future.
Have a great day, I love you all.
Pops