Howdy! I have chosen one verse or phrase from each page of the Book of Mormon to share with my family daily. See the list here...
Page Reference My Thoughts
41 |
1 Nephi 18:3 And I, Nephi, did go into the mount oft, and I did pray oft unto the Lord; wherefore the Lord showed unto me great things. |
Are we willing to take the time to visit with God and listen and talk WITH Him? Try to take time throughout the day to be alone with God. ...Father, I felt your peace today when __. |
42 |
1 Nephi 18:11,16 And it came to pass that Laman and Lemuel did take me (Nephi) and bind me with cords, and they did treat me with much harshness; nevertheless, the Lord did suffer (allow) it that he might show forth his power, unto the fulfilling of his word which he had spoken concerning the wicked….. Nevertheless, I did look unto my God, and I did praise him all the day long; and I did not murmur against the Lord because of mine afflictions. |
How can we keep an eternal perspective and “Think celestial”! ...Heavenly Father, today I chose not to complain when __. I felt your strength and peace which helped me to be more positive when __. Thanks for your help today, Heavenly Father! |
43 |
1 Nephi 18:24 ...yea, we (Lehi and Ishmael’s families) did put all our seeds into the earth, ... |
They showed amazing faith and were committed to be all-in. How can we be all-in with doing God’s will today? ...Father, I’m going to be more faithful to thee by choosing to __. |
44 |
1 Nephi 19:9 ….he (Jesus) suffereth it (the world judging Him), because of his loving kindness and his long-suffering towards the children of men. |
Jesus is able to love us all in a way I don’t completely understand. I’ll try harder to be kind and more hopeful by remembering His example and mercy. ...Father, thanks for Jesus’ and thy love for me. I was more kind today when I __. |
45 |
1 Nephi 19:17 Yea, and all the earth shall see the salvation of the Lord, saith the prophet; every nation, kindred, tongue and people shall be blessed. |
How can we help the world to be blessed by the knowledge we have about our Savior and Father in Heaven? ...Father, today I helped bless others by __. (my example of, these words, something I didn’t do...etc) |
46 |
1 Nephi 19:23 And I (Nephi) did read many things unto them which were written in the books of Moses; but that I might more fully persuade them to believe in the Lord their Redeemer I did read unto them that which was written by the prophet Isaiah; for I did liken all scriptures unto us, that it might be for our profit and learning. |
God wants us to all learn and be blessed by following His path. He knows all, created all, and loves us all. ...Father, today I chose to do what I believe would be pleasing to you. I chose to __. |
47 |
1 Nephi 20:13 Mine (Jesus) hand hath also laid the foundation of the earth, and my right hand hath spanned the heavens. I call unto them and they stand up together. |
How can we be as obedient as the elements of the earth? ...Father, today I chose to quickly choose the right and obey when I __. |
48 |
1 Nephi 21:5 And now, saith the Lord— that formed me from the womb that I should be his servant, to bring Jacob again to him—though Israel be not gathered, yet shall I be glorious in the eyes of the Lord, and my God shall be my strength. |
God created us all for a purpose..to use our time to help Him and others. Am I wasting some of my time and energy each day for things of no value? ...God, today I’m going to do __ instead of __. It will be a better use of my time here on earth because __. Thanks for helping me see a better way. |
49 |
1 Nephi 21:14,16 But, behold, Zion hath said: The Lord hath forsaken me, and my Lord hath forgotten me—but he will show that he hath not. 16 Behold, I have graven thee upon the palms of my hands; thy walls are continually before me. |
God, I read that you’re aware of me personally and sometimes I feel alone. Help me recognize your awareness of me today. ...Father, I felt your love, peace and support when__. |
50 |
1 Nephi 22:2 ...by the Spirit are all things made known unto the prophets, which shall come upon the children of men according to the flesh. |
If things are made know by the Spirit, we need to think, speak, and act in ways that we can recognize the promptings from the Spirit. ...Father, when I was ___ the Spirit told me __. Thanks for reaching out to guide and help me. |
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