1 Nephi 11 I was having a hard time focusing my thoughts this morning so I proceeded to study in Spanish. As Christmas day is just around the corner, I sought out something to get me in the spirit of the season. A pivotal question is posted to Nephi at the very beginning of this …
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The Plan of Restoration
Alma 41 In verse 2, Alma uses a phrase that is not found anywhere else in holy writ: the plan of restoration. I say unto thee, my son, that the plan of restoration is requisite with the justice of God; for it is requisite that all things should be restored to their proper order. Behold, …
Alma 43
(12 Dec 2018) I am impressed by the proactive command that Moroni has taken in defending the Nephites against the Lamanites. (vs. 23-43) I am considering the application of this in my own realms of influence, especially work and family. Freedom only comes in this life, of necessity, through protection from those who would take …
The Parable of the Sower
I reviewed the parable of the sower found in Matthew 13 yesterday with our youth Sunday School class. This morning, I return to it for some personal reflection. The care of this world and the deceitfulness of riches choke the word of God. These things make the word of God unfruitful. How long have I …
Passing Clouds or General Darkness
I was reading over in Alma the other day. Alma’s account here is redemption from that general darkness of which he was engulfed. I don’t understand this seperation: I share with you again a simple little insight that may help you at certain junctures in your lives. It is that you must not mistake passing …
Spiritual Renewal, Spiritual Strength
I’ve struggled to get on my feet this morning. So I did what I some times do, when I don’t have the capacity of mind or physical presence to focus on a few minutes of scripture study: I watched a bible video. This morning I actually watched three bible videos: The Widow of Nain, Jesus …
Of Mourning and Multitudes
Matthew 14 John the Baptist, through a terrible plot, is beheaded. When the news of his beheading reachs the Savior, Jesus crosses the sea and retires to a (remote) desert place. It appears that he is mourning and is looking for a place of solitude. However, he is not permitted to do so because immediately …
Progress of Commandments
Matthew 19:16-26 It is interesting to note the progression of the commandments that the Savior notes here in the conversation with the Rich young ruler. They are listed here in order of grossest offense to most exalted behavior. Thou shalt do no murder Thou shalt not commit adultery Thou shalt not steal Thou shalt not …
Old Testament, Lesson 1 “This Is My Work and My Glory”
Moses 1, Gospel Doctrine Manual: OT Lesson 1 I’m preparing by reviewing notes that I have personally taken on Moses 1: https://topicalgospelstudy.blogspot.com/search?q=Moses+1 As a point of clarification, point out that it is Jehovah that is speaking the words of the Father to Moses in these verses. To Print: Class members should understand that Jehovah, …
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“We never saw it on this fashion,” Mark 2:12
Mark 2:12 And immediately he arose, took up the bed, and went forth before them all; insomuch that they were all amazed, and glorified God, saying, We never saw it on this fashion. One thing that accompanied Christ at almost every turn of his ministry was a crowd. Fame was the undesired side effect of …
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