The Nephites believed that if they kept the commandments they never had to be afraid because he would warn them to flee or to prepare for war when it was necessary, and that he would deliver them. There are so many things in life that I worry about constantly. I feel like a lot of my reaction to my kids’ misbehavior and to the world in general comes from a place of fear. I also think that the reason I hate when I feel not in control is because I am afraid. It all seems to come back again to the constantly remembering, and focusing on Christ. When I stop to think about it, I do trust God to take care of everything, and know that His ways are best. But in the midst of everyday life it is so easy for me to forget. I even forget the plans that I make or the ways I have been inspired to always remember.
What does it mean that Moroni gloried in his faith? When I look up the definition is to exult with triumph. Did his faith preclude fear and stress in war time? Is that why if all men had been like Moroni hell would be shaken forever?
I love that Mormon brings up that Helaman and his brethren were just as important to the people as Moroni. Although he was the great famous war leader, they were preaching the word of God, and that mattered just as much. Sometimes it is so easy to feel like the little things I do as a mother, or at church, are so unimportant. I often struggle with feelings of wanting to do something big and important in the world. I am grateful for the reminder this morning, that when I teach my kids the gospel, and I share the good news, I am doing something important in the world.
Alma 48:14-25
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