5 I will Prepare the Way Before You
I Will Prepare the Way Before You
I WIll Prepare the Way Before You
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Nephi 16–22
1 Nephi
17:13 “And I will also be your light in the wilderness; and I will prepare the way
before you, if it so be that ye shall keep my commandments; wherefore, inasmuch
as ye shall keep my commandments ye shall be led towards the promised land; and ye shall know that it is by
me that ye are led.”
Even though the Lord prepares a way for us, He expects us to face challenges and obstacles along the way. We can maneuver better and stay the course if we petition Him for help and follow Him.
1 Nephi 17:3 The Lord is never far from us. “If so be that the children of men keep the commandments of God he doth nourish them, and strengthen them, and provide means whereby they can accomplish the thing which he has commanded them.” He will provide means for us, just like He did for Nephi’s family.
Yes, in today’s world, as in the
history of the world, bad things happen to good people. Good people make the
best of bad things.
The Savior will help me face life’s challenges.
It’s a challenging world, and our lives will be challenging. How can I face adversity with faith in Jesus Christ?
Some of Nephi’s experiences: (Note the challenges, how Nephi responded, and how the Lord helped):
1 Nephi 16:17–32 Nephi’s bow broke; other bows had lost their spring; they had no food; some were losing hope and began to doubt. They blamed Nephi because his bow was the last to break. They were not in the proper frame of mind or state of Spirit to hear Nephi preach to them. Nephi took again and made a bow and arrow and asked his father where to go to hunt food. Lehi prays to know. Lehi’s household is chastised by the Lord and feels sorrow. The Liahona worked when the people were faithful to the Lord and heeded the information He gave them. The Liahona showed Nephi where to go to get food. He brought back wild beasts to their families. They were humbled, grateful and full of joy.
16:34–39 Ishmael dies. Daughter mourn and murmur. Laman stirs up trouble, proposing they kill Lehi and Nephi. The Lord chastens them. They repent.
17:7–16 Nephi will build a ship. His brothers oppose him and they murmur against him and his father and their journey from Jerusalem.
18:1–4 The Lord gave Nephi instructions and vision on how to build the ship. It wasn’t build after the manner of men, but as directed by the Lord. Even his brothers said it was good.
18:9–22. Laman and
Lemuel and others were acting inappropriately. Nephi tried to correct them and
remind them to be faithful to the Lord. Laman and Lemuel were angry with Nephi
and jealous of Nephi and bound him with cords. Nothing turned away their angry
until they were on the brink of destruction. Nephi was blessed, and the Lord
favored him for his righteousness, so that they could continue on their journey
to the promised land.
How can you apply what you’ve learned here? (Note your own challenges, how you
will respond, and how the Lord will help you. See notes in chapter 16)
Matthew 11:28–30 With Jesus, we can accomplish whatsoever the Father would have us to. He is there to help everyone.
John 14:26–27
The Holy Ghost will teach ua all things and bring all things
to our remembrance.
This is a meaningful scripture. I am thankful for the peace that Jesus gives
us, both through the Spirit and through His presence.
Mosiah 24:13–15 As an individual, I need to stop murmuring and trust in the Lord's timing. Some things need to be endured for a time, and if we trust in our Deliverer, He will ease our burdens and help us to find joy in the journey.
Where Can I Turn for Peace? can strengthen your faith in Jesus and strengthen your trust in the help that He offers.
Remember Thy Suffering Saints, O Our God
Videos:
“He Will
Give You Help:” https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2011-01-0002-he-will-give-you-help?lang=eng
“The
Lord Guides Lehi’s Journey” https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/video/1-nephi-16/2019-07-0600-the-lord-guides-lehis-journey-1080p-eng?lang=eng
“The
Lord Commands Nephi to Build a Ship,” https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/video/1-nephi-17-18/2019-07-0700-the-lord-commands-nephi-to-build-a-ship-1080p-eng?lang=eng
“Lehi’s
Family Sails to the Promised Land” https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/video/1-nephi-18/2019-07-0800-lehis-family-sails-to-the-promised-land-1080p-eng?lang=eng
God guides me through small and simple means.
1 Nephi 16:10–16, 23–31; 18:11–22
God give us sufficient for our needs from day to day. He doesn’t give us a detailed road map from beginning to end. He wants us to have faith in Him and His Son and follow the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
While Lehi’s family had the Liahona, we also have many aids for our journey. What are some of them?
Lehi received the Liahona. It led them in the more fertile parts of the wilderness. As they gave heed to the Lord and what He provided for them through the Liahona, it continued to work and they were led in the right way. When they were unfaithful it did not work. (One spindle showed them the way they should go. What did the other spindle do? There was a new writing written on it from time to time.)
18:10–22 When Laman and Lemuel and company were celebrating inappropriation and hardened their hearts against Nephi’s words, the Liahona wouldn’t work. Their anger and hatred, and the things that they did to Nephi, were unacceptable to the Lord. They were so hardened that they didn’t want to listen to anyone. It wasn’t until they were about to be destroyed that they let Nephi go and temporarily repented. Once there was peace again aboard the boat, the Liahona would work again.
Do the storms in your own life ever
keep you from feeling the Spirit? What
can you decide to do now, so that when difficulties come, you remember to turn
to the Lord? Role-playing with others, or even practicing in your own mind,
with pondering and prayer for guidance will certainly help.
The Liahona was a tool specifically for this family. What are some tools that have been given to you? Why is it important to seek to have the Holy Ghost with us? Are tools from the Lord helpful if we don’t follow the Spirit?
Do you recognize the seemingly small things (that are truly large in import) that the Lord has done, and is doing for you in your life, that have led to great blessings?
Alma 37:7, 38–47 By small means God brings about His purposes. I think they may be small things for God to do. But they are huge in our lives. He can confound the wise and bring about the salvation of many souls.
Doctrine and Covenants 64:33–34
No man could have made the Liahona. It was prepared by God to show them the course they should follow in the wilderness. What has been prepared for you? It worked according to the faith they had in God. Do we dismiss the favors that Heavenly Father bestows on us and forget to be thankful and recognize his mercy? Are we slothful, because the Lord has made things easier for us? Do we forget to exercise faith in Him?
The word of Christ points to us the way to eternal bliss? Are we giving heed to it? If we look to Christ, we can live forever.
For kids:
When I keep the commandments, the Lord guides me.
1 Nephi 16:10, 28–29; 18:8–13, 20–22
How does google maps help us find out which way to go to reach our destination?
What are some reasons a compass or map might not work?
Why didn’t the Liahona work sometimes? 1 Nephi 18:9–12, 20–22
What has Heavenly Father given us today to guide us
back to Him?
What can you do when you have an important decision to make? Alma 37:38–44
Remember the Liahona was a tool for Lehi’s family to use.
What tools has the Lord given you to use?
What special gifts has He given?
We can all be guided by the Holy Ghost!
1 Nephi 10:17-19: “And it came to pass after I, Nephi, having heard
all the words of my
father, concerning the things which he saw in a vision, and also the things
which he spake by the power of the Holy Ghost, which power he received by faith
on the Son of God—and the Son of God was the Messiah who should come—I, Nephi,
was desirous also that I might see,
and hear, and know of these things, by the power of the Holy Ghost, which is the gift of God unto all those who diligently seek him, as
well in times of old as in the time
that he should manifest himself unto the children of men.
“For
he is the same yesterday,
today, and forever; and the way is prepared for all men from the foundation of
the world, if it so be that they repent and come unto him.
“For
he that diligently seeketh shall
find; and the mysteries of God
shall be unfolded unto them, by the power of the Holy Ghost, as well in these times as in times of
old, and as well in times of old as in times to come; wherefore,
the course of
the Lord is one eternal round.”
Even before confirmed members receive the gift of the Holy Ghost,
everyone in the world can receive the power of the Holy Ghost!
When
has Heavenly Father guided you through the power of the Holy Ghost?
For kids:
I can be a good example to my family.
1 Nephi
16:21–32 Discover how Nephi’s example blessed his family.
(See notes in chapter 16.)
Video:
“The Lord Guides Lehi’s Journey” https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/video/1-nephi-16/2019-07-0600-the-lord-guides-lehis-journey-1080p-eng?lang=eng
How can I be a good example to my family like Nephi
was to His?
What one thing can I start doing or
do better to be a good example?
My trials can be a blessing.
Nephi and Sam were reared by the same parents as Laman and Lemuel. They experienced the same trials in the wilderness. Why were their experiences so different? How does agency play into our personal experiences?
1 Nephi 17:1–6: Nephi’s account of traveling in the wilderness: Nephi accentuated the positive. He was a person of faith and trusted the Lord to help him with what he needed to you.
1 Nephi 17:17–22: His brothers’ account: (or Nephi’s record of his brothers; account): They complain against Nephi and Lehi. They say Nephi can’t build a ship. They blame them for having had to leave Jerusalem.
“What did Nephi know or do
that helped him have a faithful perspective?”
How does
faith and gratitude change your perspective?
Christ Heals That Which Is Broken
Video: No Strength without Struggle: https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/media/video/2011-04-1090-no-strength-without-struggle?lang=eng
For kids:
Heavenly Father can help me do difficult things.
1 Nephi 17:7–19; 18:1–4 Allow the children to tell or reenact the story of Nephi building a boat.
“The Lord Instructs Nephi to Build a Ship” Video: Chapter 7: Building the Ship orhttps://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/manual/book-of-mormon-stories/chapter-7-building-the-ship?lang=eng
The Lord Instructs Nephi to Build a
Ship: 1 Nephi 17:7-10:
How did Nephi maintain his courage, even when his brothers mocked him? Where did Nephi’s strength come from?
Nephi had never built a ship, but he turned to the Lord for help, and received specific and detailed inspiration on how to built the ship.
1 Nephi
18:1 “And it
came to pass that they did worship the Lord,
and did go forth with me; and we did work timbers of curious workmanship. And the Lord did show me from time to time
after what manner I should work the timbers of the ship.”
Heavenly Father can help us do
hard things, just like He helped Nephi.
Do activity page found in lesson.
I can “liken all scriptures” to myself.
1 Nephi
19:23 “And I 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.”
In our personal study and in discussions and discourse with others, we
should be practicing likening the scriptures to ourselves, so that they can
profit us and give us direction.
Too many times, people read surface stories in the scripture, and then judge
people from the past by the cultural norms of today. What good is that? When we wrest the scriptures, it’s to our
detriment and destruction.
But if we read with the intent to learn, repent, and change; if we ponder with
an open heart, seeking enlightenment from the Spirit; if we pray for
understanding, we will be let by the Spirit to understand what the Lord has in
the verses just for us. We can learn from both the examples and the mistakes of
the past; and. Hopefully, along the way, we can apply the gospel principles
that we find and become better disciples.
Nephi found so much so much spiritual power in the scriptures, and he knew that they were important to lead himself and his children to Jesus Christ.
2 Nephi 25:26 “And 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.”
1 Nephi 20:1–9.What do these verses teach about the people in Isaiah’s time? What
do you find that applies to you?
Vs 1 Be a covenant keeper.
Vs 2 Trust in
the Lord above everyone and everything else.
Vs 4 Be
humble, teachable, and reachable.
Thru 9 Acknowledge the gifts, revelation, creations, and miracles that come from the Lord. Praise Him, give Him the credit and glory, and return thanks to Him.
Vs 9-11 God
chooses to be patience with us and not cut us off. We are given trials to help
refine us so that we will return to Him.
Vs 12-18 Give the glory to Jesus. Praise Him and tell
others of Him. Keep His commandments and the covenant.
Vs 20 Declare that
Jesus has redeemed you and that He is the Savior and Redeemer. He will deliver
His people.
Vs 21-22 He has done all things for the preservation of His people.
1 Nephi 20:17–22.What do these verses teach about how Heavenly Father led the
people of Isaiah’s time? How does He invite you to follow Him?
We can learn from the righteousness and blessings of others, and
also from their mistakes and our own. We need to rely on the Lord. He alone can
deliver, protect, and help us progress.
What else do you find in 1 Nephi 20–22 that
you can “liken” to yourself?
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/16?lang=eng
The wicked take the truth to be hard—Lehi’s sons
marry the daughters of Ishmael—The Liahona guides their course in the
wilderness—Messages from the Lord are written on the Liahona from time to
time—Ishmael dies; his family murmurs because of afflictions. About
600–592 B.C.
Vs 4-5 There were times when Laman and Lemuel were
contrite adn hand righteous desires. This must have been a joyous time for
Nephi and all Lehi's family.
Vs 7-8 Having and hearkening to the word of God is one of our greatest
blessings, and also a commandment. Being married according to God's plan of
happiness for His children is also a commandment. Lehi fulfilled all the
commandments of the Lord, and Nephi was also blessed for being obedient.
The laws of honoring and loving God first, honoring our parents,
and marriage being between a man and a woman have not changed.
Vs 9-10 The voice of the Lord let Lehi know it was time
for his family to continue their journey. The next morning, he found the
Liahona at the door of his tent. The Lord provided direction for Lehi's family
as they traveled; the direction was contingent upon their faith in the Lord and
the heed they gave to the commandments.
Vs 14, 16 The Liahona led them through the most fertile parts of the
wilderness. Isn't it wonderful that the Lord gives us the nourishment we need
when we are true to Him?
Vs 18-19 Do you get hangry? The want of food can truly weaken our
resolves. Nephi's brothers were now also concerned about their wives and
children. They needed physical nourishment.
Vs 20 Laman, Lemuel and some of Ishmael's son began to murmer. They and
their families were suffering and sad. Lehi also murmured. He had trusted in
the Lord, and he had the huge weight of being the Patriarch and Propeht of his
family. Yet he was weak and helpless and didn't see a way out.
What less important things have caused you to murmur? How can you
remind yourself that the Lord has always provided for you and He always will.
Do you remember that He can do all things, that He loves you, and that your
trials and your suffering are for your good and will refine and help you? It's
hard when you are already feeling downtrodden.
Vs 21 Nephi was blamed. Do you
ever blame others when something goes wrong, or when you don't feel comfortable
or happy? None of their bows were functional any more. Things wear out. They
break. Are you ever angry, sad, or disheartened when all your cars have
troubles at once? Do you wonder how you're gonig to make it? How the bills will
get paid? If you're ever going to be out of debt? Do you sometimes think it's
someone else's fault? Maybe the mechanic didn't do something right or diagnosed
wrong? It's easy to complain and forget that the Lord will help us and sustain
us, even when we still have to continue the same hard journey.
Vs 22 I'm not sure what Nephi spoke to his brothers.
Did he gave them messages of hope, or messages that they should stop murmuring
and be faithful? But they were downtrodden and they weren't ready to hear.
There is a fundamental hierarchy of needs. And they needed food. They also
needed to have faith and trust in the Lord. Remember is one of the most
important words in the scriptures. Nephi often recounts specifc deliverance
stories to his brothers. Do I remember what great things the Lord has done for
me? We need to remember daily, hourly, all the time, by expressing gratitude
and living with a prayer in our heart. We can't remember the Lord without
thinking about Him and keeping Him with us.
Vs 23 Nephi was proactive. Instead of murmuring, Nephi took positive
action. He made a bow and arrow so he could hunt. And he asked his prophet
father where he should go to find food for the family? It's so much easier to
murmur when things don't go our way. What can we do currently to decide how
we'll respond when the challenge comes?
Vs 24 Lehi hearkened and was gladdened by Nephi's
faith and inquired of the Lord. Everyone had humbled themselves because of
Nephi's words. Are you speaking to your own family in the energy of your soul
to help them increase in faith? What can you do better?
Vs 25-27 The
Lord chastened Lehi and his family. The words written on the Liahona were cause
them to fear and tremble. They were brought to be sorrowful. How does sorrow
play a part in our own repentance and growth?
Vs 28-29 The Liahona was a tool which worked properly
when the people were faithful to the Lord and diligently obeyed the
commandments and followed the instruction found in the Liahona. When new
writing was there that was an added blessing.
Vs 30-31 The
Liahona pointed the way for Nephi to go to hunt and he was able to slay wild
beasts to feed their families.
Vs 32 When the Lord helps us with what we need, do we
respond with joy and thanksgiving?
Vs 33-36
Ishmael died. His daughters mourn and murmer against Lehii and Nephi. They want
to return to Jerusalem.
Vs 37-38 Ishmael died. His daughters mourn and murmer against Lehii and
Nephi. They want to return to Jerusalem.
After that Laman stirs up Lemuel and the sons of Ishmael,
proposing that they slay Lehi and Nephi.
V 39 The Lord called them swiftly te repentance.
They did repent and the Lord again blessed them with food, so that they didn't
perish.
Some of Nephi’s experiences: (Note the challenges, how Nephi responded, and how the Lord helped):
1 Nephi 16:17–32 Nephi’s bow broke; other bows had lost their spring; they had no food; some were losing hope and began to doubt. They blamed Nephi because his bow was the last to break. They were not in the proper frame of mind or state of Spirit to hear Nephi preach to them. Nephi took again and made a bow and arrow and asked his father where to go to hunt food. Lehi prays to know. Lehi’s household is chastised by the Lord and feels sorrow. The Liahona worked when the people were faithful to the Lord and heeded the information He gave them. The Liahona showed Nephi where to go to get food. He brought back wild beasts to their families. They were humbled, grateful and full of joy.
16:34–39
Ishmael dies. Daughter mourn and murmur. Laman stirs up trouble, proposing they
kill Lehi and Nephi. The Lord chastens them. They repent.
How can you apply what you’ve learned here? (Note your own challenges, how you
will respond, and how the Lord will help you. See notes in chapter 16)
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Nephi is commanded to build a ship—His brethren
oppose him—He exhorts them by recounting the history of God’s dealings with
Israel—Nephi is filled with the power of God—His brethren are forbidden to
touch him, lest they wither as a dried reed. About 592–591 B.C.
Vs 1-3 Nephi looked for the good and found it in every
situation. Raw meat would cause me to murmur. It did. Bob and I were given raw
prime rib, instead of medium rare. It should have been cooked better. I'm still
murmring. Look for the good, Heidi Ho.
Vs 7-9 Be a can
do person. When you don't know how, ask the Lord for help. Have faith.
Vs 12-15 Lehi's
people were blessed to a great degree because of Nephi's faithfulness. How can
I learn to recognize the Lord's hand in my life and to know that he's got this?
He is working behind the scenes, in front, in the middle in the back. Our
happiness and eternal salvation is His work and glory.
Vs 17-22 Laman and Lemuel complain against Nephi in the
next few verses. They say he can't build a ship. They think that his and their
father's faith is in vain and that they are foolish. They still are griping
about having to leave Jerusalem and defending the the people there as a
righteous people.
Vs 23-32 Nephi boldly shared the history of their forbearers, probably to
encourage his brothers to faith and a desire to move forward in building the
ship.
But what most likely happened is that they were infuriated that he
would compare himself to Moses and their situation to Moses's people.
Can you see how the stories of the past are beneficial to you now
and how you can learn from them if you are humble?
Vs 35 God loves us
all, but the righteous are favored and blessed according to their faith and
obedience.
Vs 36-42 The
earth was made by God for His children. There is enough and to spare. He gives
freely to His children. He loves thoses who will have Him to be their God.
Vs 44-45 Consider that Nephi's
words are for us. We need to be reminded to be humble and to remember the Lord.
We need to want the best for others, even when things don't go our way and we
are hated of them. We need to follow the prophet and trust in the word of the
Lord.
We shouldn't speak to others as Nephi did, UNLESS we are led to do
so by the Spirit; and in that case, no matter how difficult that may be, or
what difficulties it may bring upon us, we should.
Some of Nephi’s experiences: (Note the challenges, how Nephi responded, and how the Lord helped):
1 Nephi 17:1–6: Nephi’s account of traveling in the wilderness: Nephi accentuated the positive. He was a person of faith and trusted the Lord to help him with what he needed to you.
1 Nephi 17:17–22: His brothers’ account: (or Nephi’s record of his brothers; account): They complain against Nephi and Lehi. They say Nephi can’t build a ship. They blame them for having had to leave Jerusalem.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/18?lang=eng
The ship is finished—The births of Jacob and Joseph
are mentioned—The company embarks for the promised land—The sons of Ishmael and
their wives join in revelry and rebellion—Nephi is bound, and the ship is
driven back by a terrible tempest—Nephi is freed, and by his prayer the storm
ceases—The people arrive in the promised land. About 591–589 B.C.
Vs 3 How often do I
go to the temple and to solitary places to commune with God and seek
revelation? Can I do more?
Vs 12 Because of the rudeness, the pride, the envy, and the hate
Laman and Lemuel had; and because of how they treated Nephi, the Liahona
stopped working, or in other words, they lost that blessing a privilege from
the Lord.
Vs 15-16 Accept reproof and correction quickly. Never wait until you are on the
brink of destruction.
Vs 17-20 Laman and Lemuel ignored Lehi's and Sariah's pleading; they
ignored the sons of Ishmael; they ignored their youngest brothers Jacob and
Joseph's suffering; they ignored Nephi's wife and children. Only when they saw
that they were threatened with destruction did they yield to the power of God
and let Nephi go.
Vs 21-22 Once Nephi was free from being
tied up, he took the compass, and the Lord hearked to Nephi. The winds and
storm ceased, the compass worked, and the sea was calm.
Nephi guided the ship as they sailed to the promised land. Whether
his brothers liked it or not, Nephi was the chosen ruler for the people.
Some of Nephi’s experiences: (Note the challenges, how Nephi responded, and how the Lord helped):
18:1–4 The Lord gave Nephi instructions and vision on how to build the ship. It wasn’t build after the manner of men, but as directed by the Lord. Even his brothers said it was good.
18:9–22. Laman and
Lemuel and others were acting inappropriately. Nephi tried to correct them and
remind them to be faithful to the Lord. Laman and Lemuel were angry with Nephi
and jealous of Nephi and bound him with cords. Nothing turned away their angry
until they were on the brink of destruction. Nephi was blessed, and the Lord
favored him for his righteousness, so that they could continue on their journey
to the promised land.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/19?lang=eng
Nephi makes plates of ore and records the history
of his people—The God of Israel will come six hundred years from the time Lehi
left Jerusalem—Nephi tells of His sufferings and crucifixion—The Jews will be
despised and scattered until the latter days, when they will return unto the
Lord. About 588–570 B.C.
Vs 3, 5 Nephi was already making a record of the
history of his people, when the Lord commanded him to make a record for the
spiritual instruction of his people as well.
Vs 7 Do I revere Jesus and hearken to the voice of his counsels,
or do I trample Him under my feet?
Vs 9-14 Nephi saw the Lord's Messianic role, and how he suffered persecution
and death at the hands of wicked men. He cites many other sources where other
prophets also testifies of these things.
Vs 15-17 The Jews will be hated and scattered. Israel will be gathered again.
All nations shall see the salvation of the Lord.
Vs 18-19 We have sacred writings given to us so that we
can be persuaded to remember Jesus Christ, our Lord and Redeemer.
Vs 23-24
Because God will welcome everyone into covenant Israel, we should like the
scriptures to ourselves, so that they can be for our profit and learning.
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/20?lang=eng
The Lord reveals His purposes to Israel—Israel
has been chosen in the furnace of affliction and is to go forth from
Babylon—Compare Isaiah 48.
About 588–570 B.C.
1 Nephi 20:1–9.What do these verses teach about the people in Isaiah’s time? What
do you find that applies to you?
Vs 1 Be a covenant keeper.
Vs 2 Trust in
the Lord above everyone and everything else.
Vs 4 Be
humble, teachable, and reachable.
Thru 9 Acknowledge the gifts, revelation, creations, and miracles that come from the Lord. Praise Him, give Him the credit and glory, and return thanks to Him.
Vs 9-11 God
chooses to be patience with us and not cut us off. We are given trials to help
refine us so that we will return to Him.
Vs 12-18 Give the glory to Jesus. Praise Him and tell
others of Him. Keep His commandments and the covenant.
Vs 20 Declare that
Jesus has redeemed you and that He is the Savior and Redeemer. He will deliver
His people.
Vs 21-22 He has done all things for the preservation of His people.
1 Nephi 20:17–22.What do these verses teach about how Heavenly Father led the people
of Isaiah’s time? How does He invite you to follow Him?
We can learn from the righteousness and blessings of others, and
also from their mistakes and our own. We need to rely on the Lord. He alone can
deliver, protect, and help us progress.
What else do you find in 1 Nephi 20–22 that
you can “liken” to yourself?
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/21?lang=eng
The Messiah will be a light to the Gentiles and
will free the prisoners—Israel will be gathered with power in the last
days—Kings will be their nursing fathers—Compare Isaiah 49.
About 588–570 B.C.
Vs 1 We are called upon by the Lord to hearken unto
Him. The reason branches of Israel have been broken off is because of the
wickedness and poor leadership of our leaders.
Vs 5-7 Jesus indeed was sent to
save us. All are invited to come unto Him. Soon everyone will know that He is
the Light of the world.
Vs 8-11 Great are the
promises of the Lord to us in our salvation and exaltation. if we turn to Him,
we can find safety, deliverance, forgiveness and protection in this life; and
then eternal glory with Him in the mansions of His Father.
Vs
12-16 We have great reason to rejoice, for
the Lord will gather and establish us. He will never forget or forsake us. He
has engraven us on the palms of His hands, and our walls are continually before
Him.
Vs 17-19 There is safety
in the covenant. There is safety in Zion and in establishing her and in
inviting others to come unto Christ. Our church and our temples are places of
safety. These are indeed walls that are set up for protection against
wordliness and the wiles of the devil; but, we are to be inviting others to
Come and See and join us within our walls. Jesus's work is the work of
salvation, and ours should be too.
Vs 22-25 The Lord will work
for the blessing of Israel through the Gentiles. He will bring them home.
Vs 26 Jesus will indeed
restore and save Israel. He will save our children. All nations "and all
flesh shall know that [He], the Lord, am thy Savior and thy Redeemer, the
Mighty One of Jacob."
https://www.churchofjesuschrist.org/study/scriptures/bofm/1-ne/22?lang=eng
Israel will be scattered upon all the face of the
earth—The Gentiles will nurse and nourish Israel with the gospel in the last
days—Israel will be gathered and saved, and the wicked will burn as stubble—The
kingdom of the devil will be destroyed, and Satan will be bound. About
588–570 B.C.
Vs 5 When we harden our hearts against Jesus Christ,
we are scattered, both physically and spiritually.
Vs 7-9 What am I doing to help gather scattered Israel? I am part of Abrahams
seed that is supposed to be blessing the world with the gospel of Jesus Christ,
so that they can feel peace and receive
the ordinances that will prepare them for exaltation, too.
Vs 10-12 How is the Lord gathering His people with His
sleeves rolled up right now?
You should be
praying more for those who are in turmoil and needing His deliverance right
now.
Vs 14-19 Truly
there is great evil going on. Nations displacing people of other nations for
nothing by greed and envy. Will I live to see some of the wicked leaders and
people being destroyed by fire? I do want relief for those who are persecuted
for nothing other than living in their own lands in their own homes. But this
is a sad thing. I wish people would turn to Christ and live
Vs 20-22 Yes the Lord surely has prepard the way. He sent His Son and
He worked out every detail for our salvation. The wicked will be cut off. Jesus
will execute judgment in righteousness. And if I am righteous, I have no reason
to fear.
Vs 24-26 Jesus
will come again soon and reign throughout the millennium and then forever! He
is gathering His children, and they recognize his voice and will follow Him.
The righteousness of His followings will help bring about peace. Satan will
have no power iver the hearts of the people. Jesus will reign.
Vs 28 If we
want safety, we have to repent.
Vs 31 “If
ye shall be obedient to the commandments,
and endure to the end, ye shall be saved at the last day. And thus it is.
Amen.”.
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