“My Soul Delighteth in the Things of the Lord” | Stephen Jones | April 2004
May 8, 2024
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Stephen Jones discusses finding joy in the Lord through Nephi's example. Topics include overcoming discouragement, unwavering trust in divine guidance, heartfelt prayers for guidance, rejoicing in the Lord to conquer afflictions, and messages of endurance and salvation through faith.
Nephi balanced joy and sorrow in his spiritual journey, highlighting the struggle of faith versus discouragement.
Nephi reaffirmed trust in the Lord, emphasizing the need to direct will towards divine guidance amidst trials.
Deep dives
Nephi's Struggle with Discouragement and Faith Renewal
Nephi expressed delight in the things of the Lord but also sorrow and grief due to his weaknesses. Despite experiencing marvelous visions and teachings, he faced temptations and afflictions that troubled him. Nephi's internal conflict between faith and discouragement led him to reaffirm his trust in the Lord.
Nephi's Decision to Overcome Challenges Through Agency
Facing the intersection of faith and discouragement, Nephi questioned why he should yield to sin and why he should linger in sorrow. He emphasized the importance of directing his will towards the Lord, asking for divine guidance and protection in his journey of overcoming trials.
Nephi's Prayer for Strength and Guidance
Nephi's prayer demonstrated his commitment to praise and trust in the Lord forever. He sought deliverance from sin, requested the closure of the gates of hell, and asked for a clear, righteous path forward. Through his prayer, Nephi expressed his resolve to align his will with the Lord's and seek divine support in his spiritual journey.
In the same breath that Nephi said his "soul delighteth" in God, he admitted that he gets discouraged. What can we learn from him about the joy of the Lord? Click here to view the speech page.