Mosiah 8
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I am sure when the forty three people set out for Zarahemla that that was where they expected to go. They had faith they would end up there, so much so that even when they were lost they were still diligent (8).
But despite their intentions and efforts, the Lord did not lead them to Zarahemla, but to a wasteland. I am sure it was not what they had expected. But, because of their diligence in taking step after step, they found the 24 plates which held the precious story of the brother of Jared and his people, which were preserved for the benefit of the Nephites, and us.
I find in here a wonderful example of how Heavenly Father directs our paths to where we need to be. Sometimes people worry that they can't hear the word of God telling them His will, where they should go and what they should do--and they allow that worry to stall them. They stand in the middle of the road waiting for the Spirit to point them in the right direction. But, we learn here a simple truth: Be prayerful and obedient, the go forth in diligence. The Lord will take you where He wants you to go. But it is up to us to move.
I am sure when the forty three people set out for Zarahemla that that was where they expected to go. They had faith they would end up there, so much so that even when they were lost they were still diligent (8).
But despite their intentions and efforts, the Lord did not lead them to Zarahemla, but to a wasteland. I am sure it was not what they had expected. But, because of their diligence in taking step after step, they found the 24 plates which held the precious story of the brother of Jared and his people, which were preserved for the benefit of the Nephites, and us.
I find in here a wonderful example of how Heavenly Father directs our paths to where we need to be. Sometimes people worry that they can't hear the word of God telling them His will, where they should go and what they should do--and they allow that worry to stall them. They stand in the middle of the road waiting for the Spirit to point them in the right direction. But, we learn here a simple truth: Be prayerful and obedient, the go forth in diligence. The Lord will take you where He wants you to go. But it is up to us to move.
I have seen that through faith, God provides mighty miracles. I know this to be true and it is so exciting to see our children applying this principle. I further strengthens my faith ans resolve.
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