Neal A. Maxwell Talks 44-"Lessons from Laman and Lemuel," Oct. 1999, Elder Neal A. Maxwell
Apr 14, 2023
Dive into the contrasting attitudes of Laman and Lemuel as they grapple with divine guidance. Discover how their reluctance offers profound lessons about faith and leadership. The discussion highlights the importance of a deeper engagement with scripture, encouraging a more meaningful relationship with the divine. Gain insights into understanding God through the lens of these biblical figures and reflect on what their example teaches us today.
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Murmuring From Misunderstanding God
- Laman and Lemuel murmured because they did not understand God's dealings and resented Nephi's spiritual leadership.
- Their failure to know God's character led them to see God as distant, uninvolved, and limited.
The Damage Of Enablers
- Lemuel acted as an enabler, stirred up by Laman and increasing the harm of Laman's rebellion.
- Enablers in society lower visibility but can amplify hypocrisy and wrongdoing.
The Peril Of A Past-Only God
- Rejecting a revealing God lets people treat God as only historical, enabling moral license and disbelief.
- God is an eternal now who invites ongoing revelation and relationship.