Mormon Doctrine, p. 539 By obeying Helaman's orders with exactness, they were showing they did not doubt the Lord's promise made to them through their mothers. The stripling warriors must have been aware that their obedience to their leaders was an extension of their obedience to their God. This was not a new concept to the Nephites. They had been promised that if they, ‘did not doubt, that they should be preserved by his [God's] marvelous power’ (Alma 57:26). Would it have been possible for them to support their God without supporting their leaders? This is the ultimate test of obedience; to show one's allegiance to a perfect and infallible God by how we obey those less than perfect who are called to lead us.” (K. Douglas Bassett, Alma, the Testimony of the Word, ed. by Monte S. Nyman & Charles D. Tate, Jr., p. 229).
Bruce R. McConkie taught,
“Obedience is the first law of heaven, the cornerstone upon which all righteousness and progression
rest.”
Focus Scripture Table to study: (double click to make larger)
Focus Scripture Table to study: (double click to make larger)
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Food for Thought: Spiritual Lessons from the War Chapters (Bytheway)
Chapter 55 – Be Cautious That No Poison Is administered among You
- If you’re high on drugs (or wine, you’re low on agency.)
- Be cautious that no poison is administered among you.
- If it will poison one person, it will poison another.
Chapter 56 – The Righteous Need Not Fear Death
- The righteous need not fear death.
- The best teaching happens at home.
Chapter 57–Some Were About to Give Way, Some Were Firm and Steadfast
- Some were firm and undaunted; others were about to give way.
- Real faith is faith in Christ and in his will.
- Having faith in Christ doesn’t mean we won’t ever suffer.
- Acknowledge the hand of God in all things.
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