Britannia Relief Society Book of Mormon 85 Day Challenge 2016-2017 Think of the book’s last keeper and author,

Moroni, son of Mormon. Moroni addresses us

specifically, telling us that he is all alone. Think of

the horrors that he has seen. Most of his life has

been lived amidst a brutal battle between the

Nephites and the Lamanites. He’s watched his

people fall into wickedness, and he’s run from

the slaughter himself. Men, women and children-

the hope for the future- are all annihilated.

Before his own murder, his father Mormon looked

on the same scene and cried,

“O ye fair ones, how could ye have departed

from the ways of the Lord! O ye fair ones, how

could ye have rejected that Jesus, who stood

with open arms to receive you!”

Though the war concludes most desolately, this

is not enough for the bloodthirsty, hatred-filled

Lamanites. They carry out their days hunting the

land for remaining Nephites who they could

wipe off the face of the land. Can you imagine

the desperate fear that Moroni would have felt

as he hid, alone, for years, desperately racing to

finish the work of his forefathers? And with not a

soul in sight, no audience to actually prophesy

to- how hopeless and lost must he have felt in his

role as a prophet, seer and revelator?

When I think of this, I consider him to be a most

special servant of the Lord. His duties spanned

centuries: first he, like his father Mormon,

accounted for those centuries before him. He

sealed the book that would later be called The

Book of Mormon, and laid it in the ground. And

like his father who taught him the gospel of Christ

and raised him to fulfil his ordained role as

prophet, so Moroni returned to offer the same

service to the boy Joseph Smith in the latter-lays.

He visited him yearly until Joseph was ready to

take stewardship of the book. He was Joseph’s

priesthood leader. It seems like Moroni is a

prophet who defies the laws of time.

So, in this unique and most solitary time before

he buries the sacred plates, Moroni prophesies to

us. Moroni has seen horror and darkness in his

time. But what he writes to us about, haunts him

even more.

“Behold I speak unto you as if ye were present,

and yet ye are not. But behold Jesus Christ hath

shown you unto me, and I know your doing.”

Bonnie Oscarson, at our last Women’s

Conference, said

“Moroni says he has seen our day, and it includes

wars and rumours of wars, great pollutions,

murders, robbing, and people who tell us that

there is no right or wrong in God’s eyes. He

describes people who are filled with pride,

caught up in the wearing of expensive clothing,

and who make fun of religion. He is shown

people who are so obsessed with worldly things

that they allow the needy, and the naked, and

the sick and the afflicted to pass by without

being noticed.”

Have you seen what Moroni has seen? Is he right

so far? Does this describe our day?

“Moroni asks a soul-searching question of us…

‘Why are ye ashamed to take upon you the

name of Christ?’ This indictment accurately

describes the increasingly secular condition of

our world.”

Think of Moroni, and consider his question to you.

How do you find it difficult- and it is difficult- to

take upon you the name of Christ?

Here are some of your responses from the past

few months that our presidency has heard or felt

from you, or felt ourselves…

I’m just not good enough

I just don’t have enough time in the day

to serve God

I don’t know as much as she knows

I’m not patient enough

I’m too sinful and feel unworthy

I don’t really have anyone who loves me

I’m just lost… I don’t fit in here

I don’t really know what to believe

anymore

I can’t understand why bad things

happen when I’m trying my hardest to

be good

My beliefs are just so strange compared

to my friends’ beliefs

I’m worried my beliefs will offend the

people I love

I just don’t see the proof of God’s love

right now

What if my best isn’t good enough?

I don’t know how to feel the spirit every

day

I don’t know how to get personal

revelation

I don’t know how the atonement can

apply to me right now

I’m a disappointment to God… He

doesn’t want to hear from me

I want to be better but I just keep making

mistakes

Sisters, those stumbling blocks, those secret

things that we clutch at- that we obsess over and

worry about- they are almost sacred to us. I

testify that those questions you ask and those

things you worry about can be the making of

your testimonies. I also testify that they are,

somehow, the reasons that our Heavenly parents

are mindful of you, and love you. We sat

together recently as a presidency and we

considered that while we don’t have everything

in this life as we maybe want, a good place to

start would be Moroni’s question… “why are ye

ashamed to take upon you the name of Christ”.

Our hearts were filled with humility and gratitude

when we thought of you, because girls-

whatever your struggles and your heartbreaks,

whatever burden you carry… you’re here. You

stay.

Reflecting on Moroni’s visions of our day, Sister

Oscarson went on to say, “In the last days even

the very elect… according to the covenant will

be deceived. Even we are at risk of being

deceived by false teachings… Attacks against

the church, its doctrine, and our way of life are

going to increase… President Russell M. Nelson

[said] ‘we need women who have a bedrock

understanding of the doctrine of Christ… who

can detect deception in all its forms. We need

women who know how to access the power that

God makes available to covenant keepers who

express their beliefs with confidence and

charity’…[Sister Oscarson continued,] We need

to be prepared for the storms that lie ahead. It

would be easy to throw our hands up in despair,

but as covenant people we need never despair.

As Elder Gary E. Stevenson has said, ‘Heavenly

Father’s generous compensation for living in

perilous times is that we also live in the fullness of

times.”

Two things were reserved for “The Fullness of

Times”: The Book of Mormon… and YOU!

Two things were reserved for the fullness of times.

One was… you. Prophet Ezra Taft Benson has

said,

“The truth of the matter is, you do live in a most

exceptional time in the history of mankind. You

young people will see events transpire which

were prophesied from the beginning of the

world. Prophets of old have seen your days and

rejoiced in them. And yet, you will face

challenges and circumstances, the severity of

which has been unparalleled in generations

past. For this you must be prepared… You were

valiant spirits reserved for this exceptional time.

Make the choice. Rise to the task of this

momentous hour!”

Why do you think the second reserved piece of

the puzzle was The Book of Mormon?

2 Nephi 4:15 “[I have written] the things of my

soul… for the learning and profit of my children,”

2 Nephi 25:21“The Lord God promised unto me

that these things which I write shall be kept and

preserved, and handed down unto my seed,

from generation to generation.

2 Nephi 25:26 “We talk of Christ, we rejoice in

Christ, we preach of Christ, we prophesy of

Christ, and we write according to our

prophecies, that our children may know to what

source they may look for a remission of their

sins.”

Mormon 8:34-35: “Behold, I speak unto you as if

ye were present, and yet ye are not. But behold,

Jesus Christ hath shown you unto me, and I know

your doing.”

Ezra Taft Benson: I read, “Now these are the

words, and ye may liken them unto you and unto

all men” (2 Ne. 11:8). I took that to mean that the

scriptures are likened to me personally, and that

is true of everyone else.

“If they saw our day and chose those things

which would be of greatest worth to us, is not that

how we should study the Book of Mormon? We

should constantly ask ourselves, “Why did the

Lord inspire Mormon (or Moroni or Alma) to

include that in his record? What lesson can I

learn from that to help me live in this day and

age?”

Moroni explained why this book was prepared

and reserved to come forth in these, the most

wicked of times:

“Doubt not, but be believing, and begin as in

times of old and come unto the Lord with all your

heart, and work out your own salvation with fear

and trembling before him…that ye may learn to

be more wise than we have been.”

Right now, in these latter-days, it seems that

there are a million reasons to walk away from this

peculiar Church; sometimes, the power of God

is so real, that one reason is all we need to keep

going. But we can commit to be prepared and

to live up to that great, premortally-introduced

responsibility we have to champion the latter-

days. Some of you are doing it gracefully. Most

of us have our stumbling blocks. And some of us

are standing on that tightrope, looking for that

one good reason to stay. We’ve felt strongly the

impression from the Lord to invite you to read the

Book of Mormon. I’ve felt it personally, and I’ve

felt an admonition from the spirit to remind you

of it. Strangely also, as our presidency fasted

together this week, I also felt the impression to

prompt you to look for mention of the Book of

Mormon in your patriarchal blessings.

“… The Book of Mormon teaches us truth [and]

bears testimony of Christ. … But there is

something more. There is a power in the book

which will begin to flow into your lives the

moment you begin a serious study of the book.”

And here’s Marion G. Romney’s apostalistic

promise to you if you will do so:

“You will find greater power to resist temptation.

You will find the power to avoid deception. You

will find the power to stay on the strait and

narrow path. The scriptures are called ‘the words

of life,’ and nowhere is that more true than it is of

the Book of Mormon. … ‘Every Latter-day Saint

should make the study of this book a lifetime

pursuit.’”

The Book of Mormon continues to change the

lives of all who read it. And why? It’s because the

people whose lives are recorded in it are not that

different to our lives. Their experiences, you will

find, are relatable to the ones you endure day-

to-day, and the miracles that we see in this book

can be just as real in our lives too.

We know your lives are hectic. Aside from busy

work, school and social lives, you may have

institute assignments and busy callings to serve

in. You may already be reading the Book of

Mormon daily. But if not, or if you want to join us

as a presidency (and we hope you will!), we

want to challenge you to read the Book of

Mormon with us in 85 days; the same amount of

time it took Joseph Smith to translate this record

that Moroni preserved and guarded through

centuries for you and me to read today. We

want to make it easy for you: every morning we’ll

post a reading assignment and a question for

you to ponder throughout the day. And every

evening, for those of us that have had very little

time to dedicate to reading, we’ll post an

extremely short summary of the reading and one

single verse. Even if all you read for these 85 days

is one verse daily, I testify that your life will

change. While we fasted this week, I also felt the

permission to promise you that if you will read

sincerely, there will be a moment that you will

find yourself in the pages of this book. Maybe it

will be the worst version of yourself; maybe it will

be the best. Your relationship to the Book of

Mormon will be a personal one, and I pray that

gradually you and I will find a million reasons to

stay!

Love,

Britannia Relief Society Presidency, 2016

Day Reading Study Question Summary Scripture

1 1 Nephi 1-3 What do you admire most about

Nephi?

Lehi prophesies the destruction of Jerusalem and the future of the Book of

Mormon. The Lord instructs Lehi to leave Jerusalem with his family; the Lord

will deliver them to a Promised Land. In the wilderness, the Lord instructs Lehi

that his sons must return to Jerusalem to obtain a record of their forefathers,

kept by wicked Laban. Laban refuses the brothers, steals their possessions

and seeks to kill them. An angel rebukes Laman and Lemuel for beating

Nephi and Sam. Laman and Lemuel complain.

1 Nephi 1:20

2 1 Nephi 4-6 How did Lehi and Nephi show that they

valued the scriptures?

Nephi was determined to do what God wanted him to do even with logic

to the contrary. He went forth not knowing beforehand what he should do

but knowing he should obey God and get the plates. Later he was

commanded to kill Laban. Sarah complains against Lehi. The Lord provides

a way for us to keep his commandments. Nephi's motive for writing was to

bring people to Jesus Christ so they could be saved.

1 Nephi 4:6

3 1 Nephi 7-10 Do you have an experience where you

have followed a similar process as

Nephi to find out if what the prophets

say are true?

Nephi and brothers go back for wives. Brothers get angry at Nephi. They bind

him, though Nephi prays for strength to break the bands. They repent. Lehi

sees tree of life, iron rod leading to the tree and multitudes pressing forward

or getting lost. Nephi wants to know for himself.

1 Nephi 10:17

4 1 Nephi 11-13 What can we learn about personal

revelation and prophetic revelation

from Nephi’s example of seeking

confirmation of the truth of his father’s

vision and then looking and beholding

according to the direction of the Spirit?

Nephi asks to see the vision his father saw. He sees the tree of life, Christ's

mortal ministry in the Holy Land, and the destruction of his people. He also

sees the promulgation of The Bible and the coming forth of The Book of

Mormon in the latter days.

1 Nephi 13:37

5 1 Nephi 14-15 When have you encountered a

principle or scripture that was difficult

to comprehend and asked the Lord for

help to understand it?

Nephi has a vision and sees the world divided into those of the Church of

God and those of the Church of the Devil. Laman and Lemuel say they do

not understand their father's prophecies. Nephi asks if they have inquired of

the Lord, then explains to them the meaning of the olive tree and the tree

of life.

1 Nephi 15:11

6 1 Nephi 16 What do you do to get yourself out of

a rut, when nothing seems to be going

your way?

The wicked take the truth to be hard. Lehi’s sons marry the daughters of

Ishmael. The Liahona guides them in the wilderness. Messages from the Lord

are written on the Liahona. Ishmael dies, and his family murmurs because of

afflictions.

1 Nephi 16:5

7 1 Nephi 17-18 Can you share a time when you have

done something you thought was the

most impossible but only succeeded

through faith in Jesus Christ?

Nephi needs to build ship. Angry brothers mock, but Nephi keeps faithful and

shocks them with spirit power. They finish the ship. On voyage, the brothers

party, forgetting God. Nephi cries repentance and they bind him. Storm

threatens destruction so they release Nephi, who prays and restores calm.

They finally arrive.

1 Nephi 17:51

8 1 Nephi 19-21 Why does the Lord still refine us

sometimes through afflictions even

Chapter 19 is a prelude for what is the Lord going to tell His people in

chapters 20 and 21. In 19 Nephi describes the Atonement of the Saviour by

1 Nephi 20:10

though the Saviour already atoned for

our sins?

emphasising the fact that he endures all the persecution because of His

kindness towards us. The following two chapters are filled with message of

hope where the Messiah offers freedom and gathers Israel in the last days.

9 1 Nephi 22- 2

Nephi 2

Why is it important that we have the

freedom to choose good and evil?

Israel will be scattered upon all the earth, but will be gathered in and saved

in the last days, and the wicked will "burn as stubble" and Satan will be

bound. Lehi prophesies of "a land of liberty" and pleads for his sons to put on

the armor of God. We have the freedom to choose either the evil or the

good and gain eternal life.

2 Nephi 2:27

10 2 Nephi 3-5 By studying Nephi's example, what

could we do in overcoming personal

weakness and what did he mean by

"separate ourselves from wickedness" ?

Lehi testified, Joseph of Egypt (son of Jacob) foresee our day when God

would raise up the great Prophet/Revelator Joseph Smith to carry the gospel

to the world. Before he die, Lehi also blessed his children with the Lord's

promise that if they keep the commandments they would prosper, but if they

were disobedient they would be cut off from the Lord's presence. Nephi's

people departed from the rebellious followers of Laman and Lemuel, to go

into the wilderness.

2 Nephi 4: 34

11 2 Nephi 6-8 What are some of the ways we can

show that we take our covenants with

the Lord seriously?

In these chapters, we read of a sermon being taught by Nephi’s younger

brother, Jacob. The sermon involves prophecies about the reassuring fate of

those who will follow the Lord, and the fearful fate of those who will not;

during the times of Jesus’ mortal ministry as well as the latter-day

dispensation, especially. It is important to note that we are warned about

the consequences of not following the Lord, to allow us to avoid choosing

the wrong path, but also to give us a chance to change our ways and come

unto the Lord, if need be. He is loving and merciful to those who come unto

Him and take our covenants with him seriously.

2 Nephi 8:11

12 2 Nephi 9 What are some of the ways we can

show that we take our covenants with

the Lord seriously?

In these chapters, we read of a sermon being taught by Nephi’s younger

brother, Jacob. The sermon involves prophecies about the reassuring fate of

those who will follow the Lord, and the fearful fate of those who will not;

during the times of Jesus’ mortal ministry as well as the latter-day

dispensation, especially. It is important to note tha...t we are warned about

the consequences of not following the Lord, to allow us to avoid choosing

the wrong path, but also to give us a chance to change our ways and come

unto the Lord, if need be. He is loving and merciful to those who come unto

Him and take our covenants with him seriously.

2 Nephi 9:52

13 2 Nephi 10-14 Why would Jacob use precious space

on the plates quoting Isaiah?

Jacob discusses prophecies regarding the Jews crucifying their God and

being scattered until they believe in Him, the establishment of America as a

kingless land of liberty, and invites us to reconcile ourselves to God. He then

quotes Isaiah regarding remarkable prophecies pertaining to the latter days

and the millennium.

2 Nephi

10:23-24

14 2 Nephi 15-19 How was Jesus a "stone of stumbling"

and a "rock of offense" to the Jewish

people?

In these chapters Nephi quotes Isaiah chapters 5-9. The chapters are filled

with symbolism and historical references. Chapter 15 has the imagery of a

vineyard that is cared for by a gardener who does everything for the

vineyard but the vines become wild. This is symbolic of the House of Israel

2 Nephi 19:6

forsaking their God. Chapter 16 is Isaiah call to be a prophet. 17 has the

prophecy of Christ being born of a virgin and 18 and 19 further prophecy

about the Messiah and His role as the Prince of Peace.

15 2 Nephi 20-24 Why do many prophets take the time

to talk about the destruction of the

wicked instead of only talking about

hopeful and righteous things?

The destruction of Assyria is a type of the destruction of the wicked at the

Second Coming. Few people will be left after the Lord comes again. The

remnant of Jacob will return in that day. The stem of Jesse (Christ) will judge

in righteousness. The knowledge of God will cover the earth in the

Millennium. In the millennial day all men will praise the Lord and He will dwell

among them. The destruction of Babylon is a type of the destruction at the

Second Coming. Israel will be gathered and will enjoy millennial rest. Lucifer

was cast out of heaven for rebellion. Israel will triumph over Babylon.

Compare Isaiah 10-14.

2 Nephi 22:2

16 2 Nephi 25-26 What can belief in Christ do need as

you plan for your own future?

Nephi prophesies about Christ's life on earth, and also the future of the

Nephites. He teaches doctrine about the Savior and invites his people to

come to Christ. He bears his testimony and teaches about the purpose of

believing in Christ.

2 Nephi 26:24

17 2 Nephi 27-28 Why can the learned not read the

book and what do you think this

means?

The last days will be dark and full of apostasy, false churches will rise up

teaching false doctrine. The devil will have hold of the hearts of men. The

Book of Mormon will be given to us. The Lord will do a marvelous work and

wonders amongst his people

2 Nephi 28:30

18 2 Nephi 29-31 What can we do to limit Satan’s power

in our personal lives (See 2 Nephi

30:18)?

The Book of Mormon will be rejected, but it will provide a testimony of Christ

that is harmonious with the Bible. The gospel of Jesus Christ will be declared

among the Jews and Gentiles, and Satan will cease to have power over the

children of men. Christ is the only name under Heaven whereby people can

be saved.

2 Nephi 31:3

19 2 Nephi 32-33 In Nephi's last written words to us, he

reflects on a lifetime of hardship and

faith, and notes: "I glory in plainness; I

glory in truth; I glory in my Jesus, for he

hath redeemed my soul." How can you

likewise simplify your lives and "glory in

plainness and truth?"

Nephi is grieved because of the rebelliousness of the natural man. He urges

us to stay close to the Holy Ghost, who will never lead us astray. He pleads

with us to turn to our Heavenly parents in prayer- and states that the

dissuasion of prayer comes from the devil. He equates the truthfulness of the

record of the Book of Mormon with the reality of the saviour Jesus Christ.

2 Nephi 33:4

20 Jacob 1 Why do you think it is important that we

"magnify our office” in order to help in

others’ salvation? (Reflect on verse 19)

Since it’s an entirely new book, we know that someone has passed on the

responsibilities of keeping and writing the small plates, as well as theses

plates that became the BoM. Nephi passes away and asks his younger

brother, Jacob to “write upon the plates”. Having received many

revelations, they are trying to persuade all men to follow Christ and repent.

In this period of time they have decided to call all people that followed

Nephi and the Lord; Nephites (instead of Jacobites, Josephites, etc), and

the wicked Lamanites. Interestingly, once the prophet dies, more people

become wicked or start to lose their faith in the gospel. Therefore, Jacob

and his brother, Joseph urgently teach the members to remain faithful in the

Jacob 1:15:

covenants (“[…] gave unto them these words as I taught them in the

temple.”).

21 Jacob 2-4 Why do you think knowledge about

the Atonement is essential?

Jacob warned the Nephites concerning great wickedness prevalent among

them: pride, the improper use of wealth, and violations of the law of chastity.

After warning of these sins, Jacob pled with his people to "be reconciled

unto [the Father] through the atonement of Christ, his Only Begotten Son.

Jacob 4:10

22 Jacob 5-7 Did you learn anything new from the

Allegory of the Olive Trees when you

read it this time?

Jacob quotes Zenos relative to the allegory of the tame and wild olive trees.

They are a likeness of Israel and the Gentiles. Allusions are made to the

Nephites and Lamanites and all the house of Israel. The Gentiles will be

grafted into Israel. Eventually the vineyard will be burned. Men must follow

Christ to avoid the lake of fire and brimstone. Sherem denies Christ, contends

with Jacob, demands a sign, and is smitten of God.

Jacob 6:5

23 Enos, Jarom,

Omni

What have your ancestors done for you

to bring you closer to the Saviour,

whether or not they were religious?

What legacies and examples have

they set for YOU?

Enos prays fervently to the Lord for his repentance. He then prays for his

people, and then his enemies. His people are struggling and are wicked.

Jarom rejoices in the simplicity of the gospel and Gods plan for us. Many

prophets and teachers teach the people with the spirit. In Omni we see how

the leadership of the church is passed down, and finally King Benjamin

reigns. He encourages his people and us to offer our souls to the Lord and

serve others.

Enos 1:4

24 Words of

Mormon

Often God arranges circumstances

that may not make sense (or even be

enjoyable) at the time, but later we

realize how they benefited us. When

have you seen an example of this in

your own life?

Mormon takes some editorial license and explains how he’s been putting

together the Book of Mormon. Even though he had already abridged the

history of Nephi down to King Benjamin, he found the small plates of Nephi—

which comprises the first six books that we just finished reading—and inserted

them into his writings even though they covered history he had already

written down. (These records duplicated the information from the first 116

pages of the Book of Mormon that Martin Harris and Joseph Smith lost in

1828.) Mormon then explains how King Benjamin restored the Nephites to

righteousness and peace.

Words of

Mormon 1:7

25 Mosiah 1-2 In what ways have you, or those

around you, served God by serving

their fellow-beings?

King Benjamin teaches his sons about the scriptures, which allow them to

know the mysteries of God so that they do not suffer in ignorance. He also

addresses his people, teaching them that when they serve others they are

serving God, and if they keep the commandments they will have never-

ending happiness.

Mosiah 2:41

26 Mosiah 3-4 How do we balance feeling "even less

than the dust of the earth" and feeling

close to and loved by God?

King Benjamin foretells the coming of Christ, the miracles Christ will perform,

and the Atonement. The Atonement covers all sins and saves children and

those who sinned in ignorance. Repent and do not judge each other.

Remember your commitment to the Lord.

Mosiah 4:9

27 Mosiah 5-7 When have you experienced a

change in heart because of your faith

and the atonement?

King Benjamin's people believe in his words and experience a change of

heart due to their faith in Christ. Mosiah becomes the king and King Benjamin

dies, the people are righteous. Ammon finds King Limhi and his people who

are ruled by the lamanites. Limhi tells of their struggles. Unrighteousness leads

to more struggle, faith in God will lighten burdens.

Mosiah 5:2

28 Mosiah 8-10 How does our attitude towards the

Lord affect our lives/perspective?

These chapters focus on 2 things: Chapter 8 focuses on the records King

Limhi’s’ men found. It is the record of the people of Ether and Limhi is told

about Alma the prophet and seer by Ammon. Chapter 9 and 10 is the record

of Zeniff and an account of his dealings (wars) with the nephites.

Mosiah 9:19

29 Mosiah 11-13 What can we learn from the contrast of

Abinadi and King Noah?

King Noah rules in wickedness. Abinadi prophesies that the people will be

taken into bondage. He is imprisoned. The false priests quote the scriptures

and pretend to keep the law of Moses. Abinadi is protected by divine power.

He teaches the Ten Commandments. Salvation does not come by the law

of Moses alone. God himself will make an atonement and redeem His

people.

Mosiah 13:29

30 Mosiah 14-17 How can we access the healing and

redeeming power of the atonement in

our own lives?

Abinadi preaches to King Noah. Christ suffered for our pains, sorrows, and

iniquities. Those who look to Him for a remission of their sins will be heirs of the

Kingdom of God. If we persist in our carnal nature, it is as if no redemption

were made. One of the priests—Alma—believes Abinadi’s words. Abinadi is

put to death by fire.

Mosiah 16:9

31 Mosiah 18-21 What can we do to become better at

accepting the easing of our burdens

for a time before we are delivered from

them?

Alma secretly preaches and baptizes, and eventually flees the evil King

Noah. King Noah saves his own life because the Lamanites are at their door,

and flees with his priests. When some priests wanted to return and were

forbidden, they killed King Noah. His son Limhi becomes king. The Nephites

become subject to the Lamanites. Eventually the Nephites get tired of it, and

fight for their freedom only to lose thrice. After they humbled themselves, the

Lord did ease their burdens until he saw fit to deliver them from bondage.

And then Ammon came back from Zarahemla and brought a record of a

destroyed people.

Mosiah 18:30

32 Mosiah 22-25 How can we overcome trials and

tribulations?

Ammon, Gideon, and King Limhi counsel together and decide to leave their

land in the nighttime after making the Lamanite guards drunk. Meanwhile,

Alma and his people establish a city and are soon overtaken by the

Lamanites and the priests of Noah. Through patience, long-suffering, hope,

and continual supplication to God, they are finally delivered as the Lord puts

the Lamanites in a deep sleep and they escape into the nighttime. All

delivered peoples meet in Zarahemla and are received with joy.

Mosiah 24:13

33 Mosiah 26-27 Have others prayed concerning you?

Or have you prayed concerning

others? Did God answer those prayers?

Many of the rising generation couldn’t understand the word of God due to

unbelief. They caused members to sin. Jesus instructed Alma (father) that all

who would repent would be forgiven and remain in church. Alma (son) and

Mosiah’s sons sought to destroy the church. But they repented and taught

the gospel after an angel appeared to them that the prayers of the

righteous were answered.

Mosiah 27:37

34 Mosiah 28 –

Alma 1

What can we do to protect ourselves

from being led astray by false

doctrines?

The sons of Mosiah travel to the land of Nephi to preach the gospel unto

their brethren the Lamanites. King Mosiah translates the Jaredite records. He

emphasizes the importance of the keeping of records. King Mosiah institutes

a system of judges to protect the people from unrighteous rulers. Alma the

younger is chosen as chief judge. Nehor establishes a false church and

Mosiah 28:3

priestcrafts and persecutions spread through the land and take root in the

hearts of many of the people.

35 Alma 2-4 When has the Lord strengthened you

after mighty prayer to do things that

otherwise would have seemed

impossible?

Amlici seeks to be king. Democracy wins but his followers make him king and

the Amlicites want to take over. The Nephites, led by Alma, defend

themselves and win by the strength of the Lord. The Amlicites join the

Lamanites and both attack together. Again, strengthened by the Lord,

Nephites triumph. The church grows but then becomes prideful and wicked.

The poor suffer. Alma leaves the judgement seat and goes to preach the

word.

Alma 2:28

36 Alma 5-6 What are some of the everyday things

you can do to stay on the path of the

righteous?

The words which Alma, the High Priest according to the holy order of God,

delivered to the people in their cities and villages throughout the land. The

Church in Zarahemla is cleansed and set in order. Alma goes to Gideon to

preach.

Alma 5:16

37 Alma 7-9 How has keeping the commandments

and living righteously allowed our own

light and power from God within us

deliver us from our difficulties?

Alma preaches repentance and baptises in the land of Gideon and in the

land of Melek. Faced with hardened hearts in Ammonihah, his words were

rejected and he was casted out of the land. An angel commands him to

return. Together with a righteous servant of the Lord; Amulek, they received

power and the spirit to preach God's words to the people. They were cast

into prison but delivered by the power of God within them.

Alma 9:28

38 Alma 10-11 Amulek says that he knew about the

things of God, "yet [he] would not

know." How can we approach our

gospel learning so that the gospel

becomes a part of who we are, rather

than bits of information?

Amulek tells of his experience in turning his heart to God. He is rejected by

some of the congregation. He testifies that it is by the prayers of the righteous

that they are spared. Zeezrom tries to bribe Amulek to deny the existence of

a Supreme Being. Amulek testifies that Christ will come to redeem the world

from death and sin.

Alma 10:44

39 Alma 12-13 Consider today's study question: What

can we learn about Melichizedek in

Chapter 13?

Zeezrom, caught in a lie, listens to Alma. Sin is punished by a lack of the

companionship of the spirit. Because of the atonement all mankind will be

resurrected. The righteous may have eternal life. We are to be judged

according to our words, works and thoughts. High priests (and what we'd

identify today as the Melchizedek priesthood) duties are given to faithful,

service oriented people. It is prophesied that angels will declare the birth of

the saviour.

Alma 13:27

40 Alma 14-16 Consider today's study question: What

can we learn about Melichizedek in

Chapter 13?

Understanding why God allows the righteous to suffer can be a difficult

principle for us to understand but in these chapters we understand from

Alma and Amulek's experiences it is for the purpose of judgement to be just.

Alma 14:11

41 Alma 17-19 What are some of the daily tasks and

challenges which we face that are

actually opertunities to share the

gospel with others? Do you think of

daily life exsperences in this manner?

Ammon and the sons of Mosiah go out and preach unto the Lamanites in

hopes to bring the gospel into their lives. Alma goes and offers to be a

servent to King Lamoni. During his daily tasks he desires to share the gospel

with his fellow servents. One day while they were watering the Kings sheep

eniemes to the king come and scatter the sheep. The other servents are

scared of what the king will do to them, but Alma leads them to gather the

sheep then he stands up to the eniemes. In doing so he protects the sheep

Alma 18:32

and the servents, by cutting off the arms of the eniemes. When the king hears

of this he brings Alma to his thrown room and asks him to explain his power.

Alma goes on to share the word of God with the king, who's understanding

is opened, believes the words of Alma. This action is the start of a serious of

actions that lead to the conversion of the Kings house hold and many

people in the Kingdom.

42 Alma 20-22 How does love influence others in these

chapters?

Ammon and Lamoni are on their way to free Ammon’s brothers Aaron and

Muloki from prison when they meet Lamoni’s father, King over all the land.

Ammon wins over the King through showing love for his son and by the

power of the spirit. Lamoni free’s Aaron and Muloki after they are imprisoned

by the Amalekites in Middoni. When they are free they continue to preach

the gospel in synagogues. Lamoni grants religious freedom. Aaron and

Muloki go to visit the King and are asked by him to teach them the gospel

after being inspired by Ammon’s words.

Alma 22:3

43 Alma 23-25 What characteristics or behaviors

distinguish people who are truly

converted?

Religious freedom is proclaimed. The Lamanites in seven lands and cities are

converted. They call themselves Anti-Nephi-Lehies and are freed from the

curse. The Amalekites and the Amulonites reject the truth. The Lamanites

come against the people of God. The Anti-Nephi-Lehies rejoice in Christ and

are visited by angels. They choose to suffer death rather than to defend.

Many Lamanites are converted and join the people of Anti-Nephi-Lehi. They

believe in Christ and keep the law of Moses.

Alma 23:7

44 Alma 26-29 When have you experienced

exceeding joy because of the gospel?

Ammon rejoices that so many people have turned their hearts to God, who

is merciful and mindful of all. The people of Zarahemla give Jershon to the

anti-Nephi-Lehis so they don't have to break their promise. The Nephites

battle against the Lamanites and many are killed. Ammon reflects on the

joys of missionary work.

Alma 29:6

45 Alma 30-31 Have you heard any destructive

arguments of modern-day Korihors or

anti-Christs our day? How do you

prepare to defend yourself and others

from those who would destroy your

faith?

Korihor, the anti-Christ, denies Christ, the Atonement, and the spirit of

prophecy. He teaches that there is no God, no fall of man, no penalty for

sin, and no Christ. Alma testifies that Christ will come and that all things

denote there is a God. Korihor demands a sign yet is struck dumb. It was the

devil appeared to him as an angel and taught him what to say. Korihor is

trodden down and dies. Similarly, the Zoramites also deny Christ, believe in

a false concept of election, and worship with set prayers. Alma and other

missionaries are filled with the Spirit, their allocations are swallowed up in the

joy of Christ.

Alma 30:44

46 Alma 32-33 How are you nourishing your faith in

Jesus Christ?

Alma & Amulek are teaching companions. They are trying to share the

gospel and focus there attention on a group of people who are poor, and

rejected by society. Alma is excited to teach them because they are

struggling and humbled, and ready to turn to God for answers and help.

Alma teaches them and compares growing faith and knowledge to how a

tree grows. Alma teaches them about putting their faith in the saviour, and

the importance of prayer.

Alma 32: 28

47 Alma 34-36 What would be your final testimony to

your loved ones?

Amulek testifies that Christ shall come as the great and last sacrifice. We can

appeal to the Lord through prayer for help in all things and he will answer

according to our works and faith. Alma gathers sons to give them personal

gospel instruction. He recounts to Helaman his experience with the angel.

Alma 36:3

48 Alma 37-39 What does the Liahona represent in

your life? What can you do to follow its

directions to keep moving forward?

Chapter 37, Alma’s commandments to his son Helaman. Alma counsels him

to keep the scriptures bright, be diligent in keeping the commandments of

the Lord, beware of works of darkness, doctrines to teach others, importance

of prayer and counselling with the Lord, how the Liahona works, and the

path is prepared. Chapter 38, Alma’s commandments to his son Shiblon.

Alma counsels him to continue to put his trust in the Lord and to be aware

of pride. Chapter 39, Alma’s commandments to his son Corianton. Alma

counsels him to turn away from iniquity and repent and to prepare for the

coming of Christ.

Alma 37: 41

49 Alma 40-42 What can we learn from the fact that

Alma testified of the doctrine of

resurrection even though he did not

know all the details about it?

Alma understood the purpose of the fall, need for an atonement and that

all people would be resurrected. He did not know when and how this would

happen but what he knew was enough.

Alma 41:2

50 Alma 43-45 In what ways do we defend ourselves,

our families, our lands, our liberties, and

our religion today?

Moroni leads the Nephites to battle against the Lamanites in defense of

themselves, their families, their lands, their liberties, and their religion. The

Nephites slay many of the Lamanites and Moroni says they will stop if the

Lamanites make a covenant of peace, the Lamanites resist but eventually

agree. Alma prophesies that 400 years after the coming of Christ the

Nephites will dwindle in unbelief

Alma 43:35

51 Alma 46-47 Looking at what happened to Lehonti

compared to the true Christians, why is

it important to never compromise our

covenants or standards?

Amalickiah seeks to be king and destroy the church. When Captain Moroni

hears of this, he creates the title of liberty. He prays for freedom and marches

through the city with covenant to keep commandments and preserve

liberty. Amalickiahites flee but most are cut off. Amalickiah escapes and

gains favour with Lamanite king. He stirs up the king to go to war. Through

political deception, he tempts Lehonti off the mount, betrays the King, then

assassinates them both. He marries the queen and becomes king of the

Lamanites.

Alma 46:15

52 Alma 48-50 What/who are our personal enemies

and how can we build fortifications

against them?

While Amalickiah obtains power through fraud and deceit, Moroni teaches

his people to be faithful to the Lord. The Lord promises the Nephites that if

they keep the commandments they will prosper in the land. The Lamanites

make several attempts to attack the Nephites but are unable to break

through their fortifications. Amalickiah swears against God and Moroni. New

Nephite cities are built. There are some contentions among the Nephites

which are settled by Moroni. Pahoran takes the judgement seat.

Alma 48:17

53 Alma 51-52 What practical and spiritual messages

can we glean from these chapters

than apply to our lives today?

The Nephites are divided between King-men who want a new government

and freemen, who want to maintain the reign of the judges. A vote is taken

and the majority choose to maintain judges. Lamanites come to battle

against the Nephites again and take many cities. Teancum kills Amalickiah

Alma 51:24

in his sleep. The Nephites reclaim some of their cities. Some Lamanites

surrender. The rest are taken prisoner.

54 Alma 53-55 What covenants have we made and

what are we doing (or choosing not to

do) in order to keep them?

The Anti-Nephi-Lehis feel guilty that Nephites are dying in their defense and

want to take up arms, but Helaman urges them to keep their covenant and

their sons take up arms instead. Ammaron and Moroni negotiate the

exchange of prisoners. A Lamanite helps the Nephites to inebriate the

Lamanite guards and arm Nephite prisoners so they can escape.

Alma 53:17

55 Alma 56-58 What made Helaman tactics and

belief made him win the war against

the enemy?

My summary of these 3 chapters was very enlightening and very eye open

it made me realize that we got have faith in God at all times because he

always deliver us from our enemies and evil even if we have to wait months

for his help he is there soothing our spirits and strengthen us at all times.

Alma 56:47

56 Alma 59-61 What stands out to you about the

relationship between Moroni and

Pahoran?

Moroni sends a letter to Pahoran to ask for reinforcements and is angry when

he does not receive a response. Nephihah is lost and Moroni fears that they

will fall under Lamanite control because of Nephite wickedness. Moroni

sends a scathing epistle to Pahoran, telling him that if he does not send food

and reinforcements, Moroni will sends armies to attack Zarahemla. Pahoran

responds by telling Moroni that the people in Zarahemla are likewise

suffering and asks him to come with an army to help reclaim the judgement

seat.

Alma 61:14

57 Alma 62-63 What can you do to help your heart be

softened by your trials and challenges

instead of hardened?

Moroni marches his army to Zarahemla and defeats the king-men. Those

who won’t defend their country are executed. The war against the

Lamanites continues; Teancum is slain while assassinating the Lamanite king.

The Lamanites are defeated and the Nephites enjoy peace once again and

expand their territory. The plates are passed to Helaman’s son Helaman.

Alma 62:41

58 Helaman 1-3 How does contention weaken nations

and communities? Wards and stakes?

Families and individuals? What can we

do to avoid or overcome contention?

Pahoran the second becomes chief judge and is murdered by

Kishkumen. Pacumeni fills the judgment seat. Coriantumr leads the

Lamanite armies, takes Zarahemla, and slays Pacumeni. Moronihah defeats

the Lamanites and retakes Zarahemla, and Coriantumr is slain. Helaman,

the son of Helaman, becomes chief judge. Gadianton leads the band of

Kishkumen. Helaman’s servant slays Kishkumen, and the Gadianton band

flees into the wilderness. Many Nephites migrate to the land

northward. They build houses of cement and keep many records. Tens of

thousands are converted and baptized. The word of God leads men to

salvation. Nephi the son of Helaman fills the judgment seat.

Helaman 3:27

59 Helaman 4-5 When have you felt the Lord's

preserving hand in your life?

The iniquity of the Nephites negatively affects themselves and the church.

Nephi gives up the judgement seat and preaches the Gospel instead. His

father Helaman's counsel and King Benjamin's testimony is recorded. This

leads to the conversion of thousands of Lamanites. Nephi and Lehi are

imprisoned and are miraculously preserved from death by a fire which does

not consume them. The Lord's voice is heard calling the people to

repentance.

Helaman 5:12

60 Helaman 6-7 What is the relationship between

repentance, faith, and trust in God?

Many Lamanites repent and become more righteous than the Nephites.

Gadianton and Kishkumen organize secret groups of robbers and murderers.

Nephites hear Nephi praying on their behalf and ask him about it. He

preaches repentance to them.

Helaman 7:24

61 Helaman 8-10 Is faith enough to trust the Lord? Chapters 8-10 explore Nephi, and his willingness to bring forth the fruits of the

Lord, in circumstances that could put his life at risk and much unease. His

unshakable faith demonstrates that those that speak good of Christ and his

teachings may suffer some form of persecution from those around them.

However, those that stay loyal and aid towards bringing forth Heavenly

Fathers plan shall be blessed eternally. Amos 3:7 comes into mind for

chapters eight and nine because it is clear that men soon realise that m

knowledge attained by Nephi, must derive from some Godly power,

because all that he had prophesied came to pass. It also puts into question

on the matter of how much do we trust God, because these men were not

led by blind faith. Chapter ten in short explains that the only way to Christ is

through repentance, and if man does not repent he shall become the victim

of his own sufferings, God also blesses Nephi, by empowering him spiritually

and gifting him the ability to bind and loose the heaven and earth. This

demonstrates that God keeps to his word when we follow the

commandments.

Helaman 9:41

62 Helaman 11-13 Samuel did not take it upon himself to

decide what to preach to the

Nephites, he taught “whatever things

should come into his heart”. How does

this revelatory process help us when we

also need to know what to teach

others?

Helaman chapters 11 and 12 covers 14 years of Nephite history and shows

the people going through a cycle of righteousness and wickedness.

Because of their pride, the people refused to repent of their wickedness.

Nephi sealed the heavens, causing a drought and famine. The drought and

famine humbled the people, and they repented and turned to the Lord.

Because they did not choose to be humble, the people began to easily

forget the Lord their God until they were brought to a realization of how

much they needed His help. In His mercy, God chastens His people to bring

them unto repentance and salvation. Helaman 13 the Lord sends Samuel

the Lamanite to warn the people to repent and prepare for the coming of

the of the Lord. Samuels words were important enough to the Saviour that

He endorsed them during His personal ministry in the Americas and testified

they had all been fulfilled!

Helaman 13:3

63 Helaman 14-15 Consider the parallels between the

signs of Christ's death and of His birth

with our own personal relationships with

the Savior. When Jesus Christ came into

the world, light increased. When He

died, darkness increased. The same

happens in our lives when we either

allow Him to enter our hearts or prevent

Him from entering. Samuel’s teachings

Chapter 14: Samuel prophesies of the signs of the Savior's birth and death.

Samuel teaches and testifies of the power of the atonement; that through

Christ, men are redeemed from physical and spiritual death. Chapter 15:

Samuel warns the Nephites and explains why the Lamanites have become

a people of promise.

Helaman

14:17

help us understand the importance of

staying true to the knowledge and faith

that we have obtained. What

application does this principle have in

your life? What do you need to do to

strengthen your faith in the Savior,

repent, and be firm and steadfast in

gospel truths?

64 Helaman 16- 3

Nephi 2

What can we do to remain steadfast

when our faith is challenged?

The Nephites who believe Samuel are baptized by Nephi. Samuel cannot

be slain with the arrows and stones of the unrepentant Nephites. Some

harden their hearts, and others see angels. The unbelievers say it is not

reasonable to believe in Christ. Nephi, the son of Helaman, departs out of

the land, and his son Nephi keeps the records. Though signs and wonders

abound, the wicked plan to slay the righteous. The night of Christ’s birth

arrives. The sign is given, and a new star arises. Lyings and deceivings

increase, and the Gadianton robbers slaughter many.

Helaman 1:8

65 3 Nephi 3-5 How have we been blessed by the

choices of our ancestors and how can

we bless both our ancestors and our

descendants through our choices?

Giddianhi tries to persuade the Nephites to surrender, but instead they

prepare for battle. Because of the Nephites' preparation, righteousness, and

trust in the Lord, they defeat the Gadianton Robbers. Prisoners are taught

the gospel and those who enter into a covenant are set free and those who

do not are punished according to the law.

3 Nephi 5:20

66 3 Nephi 6-7 How do you think the lamanites were

able to keep firm, steadfast and

immovable when everyone else had

fallen away? How can we apply this to

our lives?

There is peace for a few years and people prosper until they are lifted in

pride and boasting again and persecution is strife. There is much inequality

and the church is broken up except for a few faithful lamanites. The rest

wilfully rebel against God. Prophets are sent, cry repentance and are

stoned. Secret combinations begin again led by Jacob as their king. Nephi

preaches repentance with power and performs mighty miracles. Many are

coverted and baptised unto repentance.

3 Nephi 6:14

67 3 Nephi 8-10 Ponder the spoken witness from

Heavenly Father:"Behold my beloved

Son, in whom I am well pleased, in

whom I have glorified my name - hear

ye him" (3 Nephi 11:7). How you would

have responded if you had been there

for this announcement and the

appearance of Jesus Christ - the

crowning event of the Book of

Mormon?

These three chapters described the crowning event of the Book of Mormon!

Chapter 8 describes those physical upheavals attest the crucifixion of Christ.

Many unrighteous cities and people therein were destroyed, even there was

darkness covers the land for three days. In Chapter 9, Christ's voice

proclaimed the destruction of many people and cities for their wickedness

as well as His divinity, announces that the law of Moses had fulfilled, and

invited men to come unto Him and be saved. From Chapter 10 we learned

that all the prophecies God communicates through His prophets had been

fulfilled. The Lord will receive all those who come unto Him with a broken

heart and a contrite spirit.

3 Nephi 9:22

68 3 Nephi 11-13 How does reading this account make

you think about Christ's second

coming?

God's voice introduces the Saviour. Christ descends and invites the people

to feel the nail prints in his resurrected body. He teaches His gospel, because

the law of Moses has been fulfilled. He calls many to serve, including 12

3 Nephi 11:14

apostles. Disciples should take care of the poor and needy. Christ teaches

the people how to pray, and teaches other commandments.

69 3 Nephi 14-16 How can we better follow the will of the

Father in our lives?

Jesus teaches the Nephites that they should not judge others, to be aware

of false prophets and that they should pray to God for guidance in their lives.

He promises the people that those who follow the will of the Father will be

rewarded in Heaven.

3 Nephi 14:8

70 3 Nephi 17-19 What council does Christ give (and

what example does he set) about how

to take care of the people in our

community?

Jesus is about to leave, but sees that the Nephites do not want Him to go.

So he stays a little longer and heals the sick and blesses the little children. He

administers the sacrament and teaches about renewing baptismal

covenants. The disciples teach and baptize. Christ returns and prays with

and ministers to the multitudes

3 Nephi 17:17

71 3 Nephi 20-21 How can we begin to establish Zion in

our homes, wards and stakes today?

Jesus provides bread and wine miraculously and again administers the

sacrament unto the people. The remnant of Jacob will come to the

knowledge of the Lord their God and will inherit the Americas. Jesus is the

prophet like unto Moses, and the Nephites are children of the prophets.

Others of the Lord’s people will be gathered to Jerusalem. Israel will be

gathered when the Book of Mormon comes forth. The Gentiles will be

established as a free people in America. They will be saved if they believe

and obey; otherwise, they will be cut off and destroyed. Israel will build the

New Jerusalem, and the lost tribes will return.

3 Nephi 20:25

72 3 Nephi 22-26 What would it have been like to be

there at this time and hear the words of

these precious children? Are there

things today that we can learn from

the "mouthes of babes"?

The Savior once again quotes Isaiah and reminds us of the importance of

this Old Testament prophet. Zion and her stakes will be established and the

covenants made to ancient Israel will be fulfilled. He points out missing

scriptures and quotes the words of Malachi regarding the second coming,

tithing, the vital importance of family history, and the return of Elijah. The

mouths of babes are opened and He expounds all things from the beginning

to the end.

3 Nephi 26:14

73 3 Nephi 27-29 How can do we qualify for the promise

that if we ask we shall receive?

Jesus commands the disciples to call the church after His name. He asks the

disciples what they desire after He has gone to the Father. Nine ask to be

taken into the Kingdom of Heaven speedily after they have lived long lives.

Three ask to remain on earth to continue preaching the gospel and are

changed in the twinkling of an eye. The coming forth of the Book of Mormon

is a sign that the Lord is fulfilling his covenants.

3 Nephi 27:29

74 3 Nephi 30 -

Mormon 1

After having the knowledge of the

Gospel and being witnesses of His

existence, how can we prevent from

falling into pride and confusing worldly

pleasures with spiritual pleasures?

The Gentiles are called to repent and be baptised. Their conversion caused

impact to future generations. Peace is restored and they all become ONE.

They are prospered but it brought about pride because of worldly pleasures.

They rebelled against God, but this time after having the knowledge of the

Gospel.

4 Nephi 1:12

75 Mormon 2-4 In Alma, we read about how the

Nephites won their battles because of

righteousness. Why do you think they

Mormon leads the Nephites to battle and even though their army is small,

they defeat their enemies, nevertheless they do not have the Spirit of the

Lord with them. The Nephites become so wicked that Mormon refuses to

Mormon 3:2

continued to win battles even after

they had grown wicked?

lead them to battle. The Nephites and Lamanites become more wicked

than ever in the history of the people of Nephi and there is great bloodshed

76 Mormon 5-7 How has having the BofM and the Bible

been a blessing to you?

Mormon's abridgment of the record is for us. Mormon hides the plates in the

Hill Cumorah except for a few plates which he gives to his son, Moroni. The

Nephites fall and Mormon laments them. For the benefit of those who will

read the record in the latter-days, Mormon outlines what we must do to be

saved.

Mormon 7:8

77 Mormon 8-

Ether 1

Why do so many Book of Mormon

prophets direct us to study the words of

Isaiah?

Moroni is the last survivor of the Nephites and continues the record of his

father, Mormon. Those who receive the Book of Mormon will know of greater

things than the miracle of the three Nephites. God is the same yesterday,

today, and forever and continues to perform miracles. Moroni abridges the

record of the Jaredites. The language of Jared and his brother is not

confounded at the tower of Babel and their family is instructed by the Lord

to leave their native land.

Mormon 9:11

78 Ether 2-3 Why does God want us to come to Him

often in prayer?

The Jaredites prepare for their journey to a promised land. The Lord talks to

the brother of Jared. The Jaredites build barges. The Lord asks the brother of

Jared to propose how the barges will be lighted. The brother of Jared sees

the finger of the Lord as He touches sixteen stones. Christ shows His spirit body

to the brother of Jared. Those who have a perfect knowledge cannot be

kept from within the veil. Interpreters are provided to bring the Jaredite

record to light.

Ether 3:5

79 Ether 4-7 What principles can we learn from the

experience of the Jaredites?

Moroni is commanded to seal up the writings of the brother of Jared. They

will not be revealed until men have faith. Men are commanded to repent,

believe the gospel, and be saved.Three witnesses and the work itself will

stand as a testimony of the truthfulness of the Book of Mormon. The Jaredite

barges are driven by the winds to the promised land. The people praise the

Lord for His goodness. Jared and his brother die. Prophets condemn the

wickedness and idolatry of the people, who then repent.

Ether 6:9

80 Ether 8-10 When was the last time you sincerely

searched for guidance from the living

prophets?

The people become wicked. Prophets call the people to repentance. The

people accept the prophets and are blessed, or they reject the

prophetsand begin to suffer the consequences of their wickedness. In

response to the consequences, the people repent and follow the prophets,

or they continue in wickedness to their destruction.

Ether 9:35

81 Ether 11-12 How have you seen the Lord

manifesting Himself in your life because

of the faith of the people around you?

How has the Lord helped you to make

your weaknesses into strengths?

Many prophets were sent to the Jaredites to warn them and preach

repentance, because of their iniquity. They rejected them… Ether and

Moroni talk about the enabling power of faith, many miracles happened

because of the faith of great men. “Because of the faith of men HE has

shown himself unto the world”. Weaknesses can become strengths through

the grace of our Savior, Jesus Christ!

Ether 12:4

82 Ether 13-15 Why is it so important for us to know

how the New Jerusalem will be

established?

A New Jerusalem will be built in the American continent by Joseph"'s tribe.

His prophecies are rejected, and he is sent away, but predicts the fall of the

Jaredites. The people's iniquity cause a curse on the land, and Coriantum

Ether 13:12

starts yet another war. Many of the Jaredites die in battle, and the holy ghost

leaves them. The entire nation is destroyed.

83 Moroni 1-7 When we come to church do we let

Christ take over as we focus on all the

teachings, comments and the prayers

provided? Is he the focus of our minds

for all 3 meetings so that we can get

the most out of the Heavenly designed

structure of our church meetings?

Nephites are being killed because they refuse to deny Jesus Christ. Moroni

refuses to deny christ but continues to write in secret. The gift of the Holy

Ghost is given and it is explained how the laying of hands works. The

sacrament prayers are set and principles of the gospel and following christ

as an example are written.

Moroni 6:5

84 Moroni 8-9 What does it mean to you to be "alive

in Christ"?

The baptism of little children is an evil abomination. Little children are alive in

Christ because of the Atonement. Faith, repentance, meekness and

lowliness of heart, receiving the Holy Ghost, and enduring to the end lead to

salvation. Both the Nephites and the Lamanites are depraved and

degenerate. Mormon prays that grace and goodness may rest upon Moroni

forever.

Moroni 9:25

85 Moroni 10 What are some of the bof "wow"

moments you have had during this

challenge? What passages or

scriptures have touched your hearts in

a more tender way?

A testimony of the Book of Mormon comes by the power of the Holy Ghost.

The gifts of the Spirit are dispensed to the faithful. Spiritual gifts always

accompany faith. Moroni’s words speak from the dust. Come unto Christ, be

perfected in Him, and sanctify your souls.

Moroni 10:29