411
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3
Nephi 3:11 And
now it came to pass when Lachoneus received this epistle he was
exceedingly astonished, because of the boldness of Giddianhi
demanding the possession of the land of the Nephites, and also of
threatening the people and avenging the wrongs of those that had
received no wrong, save it were they had wronged
themselves
by dissenting away unto those wicked and abominable robbers.
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Sometimes
others words or actions may surprise us. We need to kindly, yet
boldly stand with Christ doing what He expects of us.
...Father,
Thanks for Jesus example of talking with people that he didn’t
agree with. He was respectful, yet firm and unwavering in his duty
and beliefs.
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412
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3
Nephi 3:12
Now
behold, this Lachoneus, the governor, was a just man, and could
not be frightened by the demands and the threatenings of a robber;
therefore he did not hearken to the epistle of Giddianhi, the
governor of the robbers, but he did cause that his people should
cry unto the Lord for strength
against
the time that the robbers should come down against them.
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When
we are threatened, we can always turn to God and receive strength
from Him!
...Father,
there are many challenges in this world. Thanks for thy peace that
I get from focusing on Jesus and thy plan of salvation. Please
help me do thy will.
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413
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3
Nephi 3:25
And
they did fortify themselves against their enemies; and they did
dwell in one land, and in one body, and they did fear the words
which had been spoken by Lachoneus, insomuch that they did repent
of all their sins; and they did put up their prayers
unto
the Lord their God, that he would deliver them in the time that
their enemies should come down against them to battle.
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We
must repent daily and strive to live worthy of the Holy Spirit’s
companionship. If we do this, we will be strengthened against
Satan.
...Father,
I thank thee for the opportunity to repent. Please help me act and
think in ways that will keep me in thy paths and with the Holy
Spirit close by.
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414
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3
Nephi 4:10
But
in this thing they were disappointed, for the Nephites did not
fear
them;
but they did fear their God and did supplicate him for protection;
therefore, when the armies of Giddianhi did rush upon them they
were prepared to meet them; yea, in the strength of the Lord they
did receive them.
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Who
do we fear? Are the things we’re concerned about of celestial
value? How can I strive today to do all that is pleasing to God?
...Heavenly
Father, You are all powerful and all knowing. Help me know if the
things I’m focusing on are worth my time and energy. If they’re
not, please help me find and focus on what’s important to thee.
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415
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3
Nephi 4:29 May
the Lord preserve his people in righteousness and in holiness of
heart,...
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When
we’re striving to do right and become better through repentance,
God blesses us with his strength.
...Father
thanks for the strength we can receive from keeping our covenants
that we’ve made with thee. Thanks for temples where we can make
more covenants and learn more about our purpose on earth.
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416
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3
Nephi 5:13
Behold,
I am a disciple of Jesus Christ, the Son of God. I have been
called
of
him to declare his word among his people, that they might have
everlasting life.
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Am
I living today as a disciple of Christ? Am I following Christ and
repenting as soon as I can when I mess up?
….Father,
thanks for the challenge and opportunity to be a disciple of
Christ, a follower of thee. May I prove worthy of that title.
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417
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3
Nephi 5:20
I
am Mormon, and a pure descendant
of
Lehi. I have reason to bless my God and my Savior Jesus Christ,
… that
he hath given me and my people so much knowledge unto the
salvation of our souls.
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We
are truly blessed. Take one minute sometime today and write or
type the blessings you’re received because of Christ and his
gospel. If prompted, share that list with someone.
...Father,
thanks for teaching us about Thee, our Savior, Jesus Christ, and
his gospel. Because of that knowledge, I am truly blessed.
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418
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3
Nephi 6:4
And
they began again to prosper and to wax great; and the twenty and
sixth and seventh years passed away, and there was great order
in
the land; and they had formed their laws according to equity and
justice.
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Are
the rules and laws that we have helping us to do great things that
are fair and helpful? Are we doing all we can to reach our
potential?
...Father,
thanks for a place where I can live and worship thee, try to
become like thee, and share my testimony with others so they can
also feel thy peace and strength.
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419
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3
Nephi 6:16-18
And
thus Satan did lead away the hearts of the people to do all manner
of iniquity; therefore they had enjoyed peace but a few years. And
thus, in the commencement of the thirtieth year—the people
having been delivered
up for
the space of a long time to be carried about by the temptations of
the devil whithersoever he desired to carry them, and to do
whatsoever iniquity he desired they should—and thus in the
commencement of this, the thirtieth year, they were in a state of
awful wickedness. Now
they did not sin ignorantly,
for they knew the will of
God concerning them, for it had been taught unto them; therefore
they did willfully rebel against
God.
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Are
we allowing ourselves to be led away by Satan? Are we willfully
rebelling against God? How can we recognize our rebellions and
desire to bury them deep like the weapons of the
Anti-Nephi-Lehi’s?
...Father,
please help me to recognize my iniquities so I can get rid of them
and replace them with actions, thoughts and words that align with
Thy will.
I
know that following Satan will only lead to misery. It’s only
through overcoming our stubborn ways that we can truly find
strength, joy, and peace… your peace!
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3
Nephi 7:5
Now
all this was done, and there were no wars as yet among them; and
all this iniquity had come upon the people because
they
did yield themselves
unto the power of Satan.
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Am
I yielding or giving up myself to Satan? Will I ever find
blessings from yielding to Satan? What blessing can we receive
from yielding or giving up ourselves to Christ?
...Father,
thanks for a Savior who makes it possible for me to give up my
wants for thine and receive blessings more wonderful than I can
imagine. I get no such rewards when I yield to Satan. Please
strengthen me to choose thee always.
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