Expert Dr. Daniel Sharp discusses Alma and Amulek's proclamation of the gospel in Ammonihah, focusing on the power of prayer, missionary work, and angels. They delve into teaching the hard-hearted, the reality of angels, and the importance of missionary goals. The podcast explores themes of faith, repentance, and standing strong in faith amidst opposition.
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Original Chapter Breaks
Modern Book of Mormon chapters are a later addition for easier referencing.
Original chapter breaks likely reflect the structure intended by Mormon and Joseph Smith.
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Nephite Church Membership
Not all Nephites were members of the Church of God, even in righteous cities.
Mormon expects readers to connect references to earlier explanations, like the "order of the church."
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Focus on Personal Agency
Focus on what you can control, like being faithful in keeping commandments.
Set goals based on personal agency, not the actions of others, as Elder Oaks advises.
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How can we teach the hard hearted? According to Dr. Daniel Sharp, Alma and Amulek proclaim the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ to the wicked in Ammonihah while teaching the power of prayer, missionary work, and the reality of angels.
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11:28 The Joseph Smith Papers and Webster’s 1828 Dictionary
14:33 Alma 8:1-2 - Alma’s role and the order of the church
18:38 More than one way to be a believer
20:49 Alma 8:3-5 - Success in Melek
22:04 Alma 8:6-15 - Ammonihah and Alma’s efforts
25:10 A lesson about God’s timing
30:07 A missionary's focus
32:45 Dr. Sharp shares a personal story about missionary goals
39:04 Nehor and the evils of Ammonihah
40:10 Alma 16:11 - The Desolation of Nehors
42:28 Alma 15:15 - Traits of the followers of Nehor
43:24 Alma 8:13 - An angel commands Alma
46:14 Zeezrom doesn’t question angelic visits
47:58 Alma 8:19-32 - Alma is fed by Amulek
50:00 Alma 10:4-6 Amulek introduces himself
51:37 Alma 10 and 11 - Amulek’s first talks
52:51 Dr. Sharp shares why he decided to serve a mission as a new member
54:10 Alma 10:6 - Living below our privileges
57:06 Alma 9:1 - Alma and Amulek return to Ammonihah
59:26 Alma 9:12 - Alma preaches the gospel and warns Ammonihah
1:02:51 Alma 9:30 - Harsh language
1:04:56 Alma 10 and 11 - a perfect junior companion
1:06:45 Testimonies and two witnesses
1:09:38 End of Part 1 - Dr. Daniel Sharp
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