Alma 17-22 Part 2 • Dr. Brian Mead • July 1-7 • Come Follow Me
Jun 26, 2024
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Dr. Brian Mead discusses God's plan of redemption, the faith of characters like Abish, Queen, and King Noah. Emphasizes the importance of good friends, relationships, and the transformative power of kindness and love in true conversion.
Understanding God's omniscience leads to faith in divine mission.
Recognizing God's essential attributes through creation narratives is crucial.
Remarkable faith shapes religious beliefs, influenced by personal choices and social circles.
Deep dives
Ammon Teaches Lamoni About God's Omniscience and Creation
Ammon conveys to King Lamoni the concept that God knows all thoughts and intents of the heart, emphasizing that we are children of God and creators of God's hand. This teaching leads King Lamoni to believe in Ammon's divine mission and to comprehend the significance of understanding God's omniscience. Ammon further explains the essence of creation, emphasizing that the focus lies on recognizing 'who' God is rather than 'how' or 'when' creation occurred.
Recognizing God's Attributes Through Creation
The podcast discusses the importance of recognizing God's essential attributes through creation narratives. It highlights that understanding God as all-knowing, all-powerful, and a loving Father is crucial. Focusing on the 'who' and 'why' of creation rather than the technical aspects reveals the deeper significance of the creation stories in teaching about God.
The Role of Faith and Identity in Religious Convictions
The episode highlights the pivotal role of faith and identity in religious beliefs, drawing on the examples of individuals exhibiting remarkable faith in God. By showcasing figures like Abish, who exercise unwavering faith despite adversity, the narrative underscores the transformative power of faith in shaping religious convictions and identity. The interaction between faith, personal choices, and the influence of one's social circle is also explored to emphasize the impact of associations on spiritual development.
Ammon's Encounter with Lamoni's Father
Ammon, alongside Lamoni, meets Lamoni's father, the king of the Lamanites, on their journey. The king questions Lamoni's absence from a feast, leading to a confrontation. When the king attempts to use violence, Ammon steps in and displays his power. Despite the potential for harm, Ammon's mercy and righteousness ultimately prevail, and the king offers Ammon half of his kingdom as a plea for his life.
Aaron Teaches the King of the Lamanites
Aaron takes on the role of teaching the King of the Lamanites, mirroring Ammon's approach with Lamoni. Through discussing the pillars of the plan of salvation - creation, fall, and atonement - Aaron guides the king to a deeper understanding. Witnessing the king's willingness to give up his kingdom in order to know God truly highlights the transformative power of divine teachings. The king's humility and desire for eternal life underscore the profound impact of genuine repentance and seeking God.
00:08 Alma 18:32 - God in relation to His children
01:27 Alma 18:34 - What does God teach in the creation story?
05:32 Truth changes thoughts and behavior
07:47 Creation, Fall, and the Atonement and Children of God
09:20 A teaching moment at a wedding reception
13:10 The faith of the Queen
16:30 Listening to the Lord’s servants
17:46 Alma 19:13-14 - Joy and falling to the ground
18:47 Alma 19:16-21 - Heroic Abish
21:02 Abish prepared to change a nation
23:26 Alma 19:31 The Queen and conversion to jesus
26:27 Alma 19:37 Relationships before teaching
28:32 Alma 21 - The importance of good friends
31:33 Dr. Mead shares a story about friendship
33:24 Alma 21:4 - King Noah, Naaman, and the effect of their choices
36:17 Alma 20 - Ammon and Aaron: Different missions and different results
27:55 Alma 20:6-7 Ammon and King Lamoni
38:55 Alma 20:17-26 - The goodness of Ammon
41:39 Ammon’s love of Lamoni changed the King’s heart
42:32 Dr. Mead shares a personal story about his grandparents
45:28 A letter from a child to President Uchtdorf
46:31 Alma 22 Aaron teaches the Lamanites
48:07 Alma 22:10-14- Aaron teaches the Creation, the Fall, and the Atonement of jesus
50:10 Alma 22:15-18 Giving away sins and the joy of repentance
53:19 The Jesus’s power to change lives
58:31 Dr. Mead shares his testimony of Jesus and the scriptures
1:04:25 End of Part II– Dr. Brian Mead
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