I love Lehis example of giving building an alter and giving thanks, it shows his complete trust in Heavenly Father and his soft heart to do all that God would have him do. The other thingi loved about these verses is that He names the river and valley after his sons laman and lemuel. I love that he created these expectations for them to live to, it also shows his love and concern for his children that he knew were struggling. And last i loved that Nephi took it upon himself to ask Heavenly Father to have these things made known unto him. He put forth the effort and work and faith to also have an open heart and God made things known unto him which strengthened his resolve to be obedient. I hope i was reading the right verses☺:)
I am so struck by Lehi's immediate expression of gratitude - long before his situation was resolved and long before he has reached the land he has been promised. He is grateful for God's deliverance before it has come to full fruition and that is a beautiful act of faith. I was also struck by how Laman and Lemuel murmured here in the second chapter of The Book of Mormon and Lehi teaches and confounds them powerfully (vs. 14). I wondered if Lehi thought that would be the end murmuring and resistance from Laman and Lemuel - like how I sometimes think that when I've had a really good chat with my kids about not teasing each other that means surely they'll never do it again! Oh the patience and heartache Lehi endured as a parent as his children continued to rebel, with such terrible consequences. And yet Nephi heard the same teaching but took the initiative to cry unto the Lord because of his desires to know God's mysteries. In vs. 16 he says that what impacted him was that he allowed the Lord to soften his heart so that he did believe all the words of his father. That early turning to the Lord and allowing Him to soften Nephi's heart made all the difference. I want to allow the Lord to soften my heart as I seek, and then parent so as to invite my kids to turn to Him and let Him soften theirs.
I love the comments above---I'm repeating them, but I also think this shows that there are things to be grateful for along the way, long before the situation is resolved. There are many small steps that lead up to the big desired results/events in life. And like Nephi says, many "tender mercies" that aide in providing the way.
Such great comments today!! Verse 3 stuck out to me. In verse 3 it says, "And it came to pass that he was obedient unto the word of the Lord, wherefore he did as the Lord commanded him." That must have been hard to be told to leave his home and possessions and travel into the wilderness. I love the faith that he showed in leaving everything to be obedient. It makes me think of the things our Prophets have asked us to do, are we obedient to the counsel they give us? It also makes me want to be grateful in any circumstance not just when things are going good.
I love Lehi's boldness! He immediately testifies to the people of what he has seen, and what the Lord has commanded him to do. He isn't afraid of what the future holds, because he knows he is in the Lord's hands and will be protected no matter what. This reminds me of the talk Elder Robbins gave last conference, Which Way do you Face? He says in his talk, "When people try to save face with men, they can unwittingly lose face with God." Lehi never lost his face with God. We must be bold, steadfast, and immovable in our decision to face the Lord and give thanks for His generous guidance He pours out to us. How thankful I am each day for the opportunity to learn from prophets of old and of prophets today who teach us the small yet beautiful truths that will lead us back to our Father in Heaven.
The thought I have as I read the scriptures and now your comments is that we don't get to read about Sariah's reaction when he tells her they have to pick and move! Did she murmur a little? A lot? Not at all? Was she resigned or greatful? Was she fully supportive or did she do did she roll her eyes and grudgingly follow along? I wonder this because my husband would respond as Lehi did. He does not doubt and he does what the Lord asks of him. Period. End of story. And I wonder if I would be as strong and faithful as Sariah was. Or would I roll my eyes, murmur and complain and question if he was absolutely sure that he understood the message? Something for me to think about.
Lehi is such a good example to me, giving thanks in all things even amidst our trials. I can honestly say I'm grateful for my trials as they have shaped me to be the person I am today and still trying to become. And I love how he didn't even give a second thought to leaving all his precious things behind and dwell in a tent for in the end all of those precious things do not matter and it's our faith and our testimony and our relationship with our families and our Heavenly Father that truly matter so that we can one day dwell in the house of our Father and our eternal families! So much more rewarding!!
Lehi was not ashamed of who he followed. It makes me think of the scripture in Matthew 6:24 "No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon." He cared more about pleasing God vs pleasing men. He appreciated the blessings that he was given since he was a wealthy man but as it said in vs 4, he left his gold, silver, his precious things and what he took with him was his family, provisions, and tents. He had his priorities straight and recognized the goodness of God by pleasing Him enough to be exactly obedient unto Him. It makes me think, what things am I holding unto that I can let go so I can serve God and others? It's such a lifelong commitment that's so worth it that I'm striving to do but I'm not perfect at!
Lehi was able to be grateful because he had faith in God, as opposed to Laman and Lemuel who " did murmur because they knew not the dealings of that God who had created them (v. 14). Joseph Smith in the Lectures on Faith said there are 3 things we need to exercise faith in God unto salvation, and I would include to be grateful in all circumstances:
First, the idea that he actually exists. Secondly, a correct idea of his character, perfections, and attributes. Thirdly, an actual knowledge that the course of life which he is pursuing is according to his will. For without an acquaintance with these three important facts, the faith of every rational being must be imperfect and unproductive; but with this understanding it can become perfect and fruitful, abounding in righteousness, unto the praise and glory of God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Lehi didn't have to wonder if he was being punished by being in the wilderness because he knew God, and he knew the course of his life was in accordance with the will of God, so he could be grateful to God, even while leaving the comforts of his home to dwell in a tent. I especially like the 3rd part--knowing our lives are in accordance with God's will. It gives us confidence that God is leading us, and not punishing us, when things don't go like we had planned or would have liked. I'm much more likely to be grateful for a change if I know it's not a punishment!
A couple of thoughts tonight: first, Lehi was a prophet...because the sure sign of a prophet is rejection. I admire his faith to continue to share and preach even though it wasn't easy. Second, the tender mercies of the Savior are real. If we have eyes to see we will recognize, like Nephi, that we are made mighty and delivered from our own personal bondage. Third, our gratitude comes from a recognition that The Lord is directing our path and the affairs of our life. Lehi knew The Lord was delivering him, protecting him, and leading his family.
Lehi knew people are more important than things. He knew leaving Jerusalem behind would save his family physically and probably hoped it would save his eldest sons spiritually.
Soon as, I read the question the first scripture that came to my mind was Matthew 6:33.But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Lehi was thankful for the blessing of his family being delivered from Jerusalem and like Nephi said, for all the “tender mercies” they received. What I learned from Lehi’s show of gratitude was that every day I can find some to be thankful for. If I found something to thank the Lord for daily my life will be a little happier each day because I will see the blessing or tender mercies of the Lord in my life.
Read it. Also loved the talk. Is there a way for me to set this up so it pops up or must I type in the web address every time? It is worth the effort but I was just wondering how as you challenged us to read it when it pops up from the talk a quote from Prsident Momson: " both abundance and lack [of abundance] exist simultaneously in our lives...it is always a conscious choice which garden we will tend.. " Lehi is perfect example
Thank you for setting this up again! Yes, I'm a day late but I'm here! :) I know cultivating a gratitude attitude is something I really need to work on. I appreciate the insight this talk and Lehi's example give me.
What stuck out to me is he took the time to testify to his children about his visions and what he knew to be true. Sometimes when I am so busy and caught up in what needs to get done I don't take time like that to teach my children. This time reading the book of Mormon I'm focusing on how to be a better parent and primary president. So good for me to think about today. Lehi is an amazing example of faithfulness even in the hard times.
Levi may have been grateful that the Lord was not associating him and his family with the evil of Jerusalem and also grateful for an opportunity to move on and restart with his family, live a more simple life.
I think He was grateful because He had faith that Heavnely Father would keep His word and He had just testified Jerusalem would be destroyed. He also knew he was leaving those who wanted to kill him. Maybe most important, he knew he was going to a promised land.
I love Lehis example of giving building an alter and giving thanks, it shows his complete trust in Heavenly Father and his soft heart to do all that God would have him do. The other thingi loved about these verses is that He names the river and valley after his sons laman and lemuel. I love that he created these expectations for them to live to, it also shows his love and concern for his children that he knew were struggling. And last i loved that Nephi took it upon himself to ask Heavenly Father to have these things made known unto him. He put forth the effort and work and faith to also have an open heart and God made things known unto him which strengthened his resolve to be obedient. I hope i was reading the right verses☺:)
ReplyDeleteI am so struck by Lehi's immediate expression of gratitude - long before his situation was resolved and long before he has reached the land he has been promised. He is grateful for God's deliverance before it has come to full fruition and that is a beautiful act of faith. I was also struck by how Laman and Lemuel murmured here in the second chapter of The Book of Mormon and Lehi teaches and confounds them powerfully (vs. 14). I wondered if Lehi thought that would be the end murmuring and resistance from Laman and Lemuel - like how I sometimes think that when I've had a really good chat with my kids about not teasing each other that means surely they'll never do it again! Oh the patience and heartache Lehi endured as a parent as his children continued to rebel, with such terrible consequences. And yet Nephi heard the same teaching but took the initiative to cry unto the Lord because of his desires to know God's mysteries. In vs. 16 he says that what impacted him was that he allowed the Lord to soften his heart so that he did believe all the words of his father. That early turning to the Lord and allowing Him to soften Nephi's heart made all the difference. I want to allow the Lord to soften my heart as I seek, and then parent so as to invite my kids to turn to Him and let Him soften theirs.
ReplyDeleteI love the comments above---I'm repeating them, but I also think this shows that there are things to be grateful for along the way, long before the situation is resolved. There are many small steps that lead up to the big desired results/events in life. And like Nephi says, many "tender mercies" that aide in providing the way.
ReplyDeleteSuch great comments today!! Verse 3 stuck out to me. In verse 3 it says, "And it came to pass that he was obedient unto the word of the Lord, wherefore he did as the Lord commanded him." That must have been hard to be told to leave his home and possessions and travel into the wilderness. I love the faith that he showed in leaving everything to be obedient. It makes me think of the things our Prophets have asked us to do, are we obedient to the counsel they give us? It also makes me want to be grateful in any circumstance not just when things are going good.
ReplyDeleteI love Lehi's boldness! He immediately testifies to the people of what he has seen, and what the Lord has commanded him to do. He isn't afraid of what the future holds, because he knows he is in the Lord's hands and will be protected no matter what. This reminds me of the talk Elder Robbins gave last conference, Which Way do you Face? He says in his talk, "When people try to save face with men, they can unwittingly lose face with God." Lehi never lost his face with God. We must be bold, steadfast, and immovable in our decision to face the Lord and give thanks for His generous guidance He pours out to us. How thankful I am each day for the opportunity to learn from prophets of old and of prophets today who teach us the small yet beautiful truths that will lead us back to our Father in Heaven.
ReplyDeleteThe thought I have as I read the scriptures and now your comments is that we don't get to read about Sariah's reaction when he tells her they have to pick and move! Did she murmur a little? A lot? Not at all? Was she resigned or greatful? Was she fully supportive or did she do did she roll her eyes and grudgingly follow along?
ReplyDeleteI wonder this because my husband would respond as Lehi did. He does not doubt and he does what the Lord asks of him. Period. End of story.
And I wonder if I would be as strong and faithful as Sariah was. Or would I roll my eyes, murmur and complain and question if he was absolutely sure that he understood the message?
Something for me to think about.
Lehi is such a good example to me, giving thanks in all things even amidst our trials. I can honestly say I'm grateful for my trials as they have shaped me to be the person I am today and still trying to become. And I love how he didn't even give a second thought to leaving all his precious things behind and dwell in a tent for in the end all of those precious things do not matter and it's our faith and our testimony and our relationship with our families and our Heavenly Father that truly matter so that we can one day dwell in the house of our Father and our eternal families! So much more rewarding!!
ReplyDeleteLehi was not ashamed of who he followed. It makes me think of the scripture in Matthew 6:24 "No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon."
ReplyDeleteHe cared more about pleasing God vs pleasing men. He appreciated the blessings that he was given since he was a wealthy man but as it said in vs 4, he left his gold, silver, his precious things and what he took with him was his family, provisions, and tents.
He had his priorities straight and recognized the goodness of God by pleasing Him enough to be exactly obedient unto Him. It makes me think, what things am I holding unto that I can let go so I can serve God and others? It's such a lifelong commitment that's so worth it that I'm striving to do but I'm not perfect at!
Lehi was able to be grateful because he had faith in God, as opposed to Laman and Lemuel who " did murmur because they knew not the dealings of that God who had created them (v. 14). Joseph Smith in the Lectures on Faith said there are 3 things we need to exercise faith in God unto salvation, and I would include to be grateful in all circumstances:
ReplyDeleteFirst, the idea that he actually exists.
Secondly, a correct idea of his character, perfections, and attributes.
Thirdly, an actual knowledge that the course of life which he is pursuing is according to his will. For without an acquaintance with these three important facts, the faith of every rational being must be imperfect and unproductive; but with this understanding it can become perfect and fruitful, abounding in righteousness, unto the praise and glory of God the Father, and the Lord Jesus Christ.
Lehi didn't have to wonder if he was being punished by being in the wilderness because he knew God, and he knew the course of his life was in accordance with the will of God, so he could be grateful to God, even while leaving the comforts of his home to dwell in a tent. I especially like the 3rd part--knowing our lives are in accordance with God's will. It gives us confidence that God is leading us, and not punishing us, when things don't go like we had planned or would have liked. I'm much more likely to be grateful for a change if I know it's not a punishment!
A couple of thoughts tonight: first, Lehi was a prophet...because the sure sign of a prophet is rejection. I admire his faith to continue to share and preach even though it wasn't easy. Second, the tender mercies of the Savior are real. If we have eyes to see we will recognize, like Nephi, that we are made mighty and delivered from our own personal bondage. Third, our gratitude comes from a recognition that The Lord is directing our path and the affairs of our life. Lehi knew The Lord was delivering him, protecting him, and leading his family.
ReplyDeleteLehi knew people are more important than things. He knew leaving Jerusalem behind would save his family physically and probably hoped it would save his eldest sons spiritually.
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ReplyDeleteSoon as, I read the question the first scripture that came to my mind was Matthew 6:33.But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. Lehi was thankful for the blessing of his family being delivered from Jerusalem and like Nephi said, for all the “tender mercies” they received. What I learned from Lehi’s show of gratitude was that every day I can find some to be thankful for. If I found something to thank the Lord for daily my life will be a little happier each day because I will see the blessing or tender mercies of the Lord in my life.
ReplyDeleteRead it. Also loved the talk. Is there a way for me to set this up so it pops up or must I type in the web address every time? It is worth the effort but I was just wondering how as you challenged us to read it when it pops up from the talk a quote from Prsident Momson: " both abundance and lack [of abundance] exist simultaneously in our lives...it is always a conscious choice which garden we will tend.. " Lehi is perfect example
ReplyDeleteThank you for setting this up again! Yes, I'm a day late but I'm here! :) I know cultivating a gratitude attitude is something I really need to work on. I appreciate the insight this talk and Lehi's example give me.
ReplyDeleteRead it. Great question linking verses 2-4 to verse 7.
ReplyDeleteWhat stuck out to me is he took the time to testify to his children about his visions and what he knew to be true. Sometimes when I am so busy and caught up in what needs to get done I don't take time like that to teach my children. This time reading the book of Mormon I'm focusing on how to be a better parent and primary president. So good for me to think about today. Lehi is an amazing example of faithfulness even in the hard times.
ReplyDeleteLevi may have been grateful that the Lord was not associating him and his family with the evil of Jerusalem and also grateful for an opportunity to move on and restart with his family, live a more simple life.
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ReplyDeleteI think He was grateful because He had faith that Heavnely Father would keep His word and He had just testified Jerusalem would be destroyed. He also knew he was leaving those who wanted to kill him. Maybe most important, he knew he was going to a promised land.
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