1 Nephi 16-22 (part 2): Likening Isaiah, Gathering Israel
Jan 26, 2024
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Isaiah and Persuasive power discuss topics like a long-suffering Savior, the isles of the sea, scattering and gathering, nursing mothers, Gentile shoulders, Nephi's Apocalypse, and more.
God assures that His people will never be abandoned or forgotten, gathering them with intimate care.
The Gentiles will play a crucial role in the gathering of Israel, nurturing and revering their role as nursing fathers and mothers.
The personal nature of the gathering of Israel requires empathy, connection, and endurance in missionary work.
Deep dives
The Promise of the Orr and Sacred Record Keeping
Nephi is drawn to the incredible Orr on the promised land and uses it to make plates for recording his people's history. He emphasizes the sacredness of the writings and the importance of not wasting space on the plates. Nephi admits his own imperfections and acknowledges the weakness in himself. He sets a rule to only write things that are sacred. He cautions against trampling underfoot the God of Israel and urges people to hearken to His counsel.
The Compassionate and Ever-Loving God
Isaiah's prophetic words assure that God will not forget His people. He compares God's compassion to that of a nursing mother who cannot forget her sucking child. God assures that He has not forgotten and that His people are engraven upon His palms. He promises to gather Israel, even those who feel forsaken and desolate. Isaiah emphasizes the personal nature of the gathering and the intimate care of God for His people, assuring them that they will never be abandoned by Him.
The Vision of the Gathering of Israel
Isaiah prophecies about the gathering of Israel, not just in geographical terms, but also in spiritual and merciful terms. He speaks about the Gentiles being used as instruments to gather Israel. Kings and queens will be like nursing fathers and mothers, carrying the sons and daughters of Israel and nurturing them. The Gentiles will show humility and reverence, acknowledging the Lord's presence in the gathering process. Those who patiently wait for God will not be ashamed.
The Ultimate Triumph and Restoration
Isaiah envisions the triumphal entry and restoration of Israel. The Gentiles will surrender themselves to Israel, bowing to them and even licking the dust of their feet. This symbolic act signifies the recognition of Israel's divine covenant and their waiting on the Lord. Isaiah assures that those who faithfully wait on God will not be disappointed and that the ultimate triumph and restoration of Israel is assured.
Gathering is Personal
The speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding the personal nature of the gathering of Israel. He compares it to raising children, teaching the gospel, and work for the dead, highlighting the need for personal connection and empathy in missionary work.
The Holy One of Israel
The podcast explores the role of the Holy One of Israel as the Savior and Redeemer. The speaker discusses the dual nature of Jesus Christ as both a prophet like Moses and the holy one of Israel. The emphasis is on the power of obedience and the promise of salvation for those who endure to the end.
Part 2 of a 2-part study of 1 Nephi 16-22 (this part will cover chapters 19-22). This lesson focuses on a long-suffering Savior, the isles of the sea, Isaiah's persuasive power, scattering and gathering, never forsaken, nursing mothers, Gentile shoulders, Nephi's Apocalypse, and more.
0:00 Introduction
0:50 A Long-suffering Savior
9:28 The Isles of the Sea
15:41 Isaiah's Persuasive Power
29:46 Walking the Walk
33:08 Justly Scattered
40:17 A Promised Return
49:05 Never Forsaken, Never Forgotten
58:46 Who Hath Begotten Me These
1:05:54 Gentile Shoulders
1:14:32 Physical or Spiritual
1:22:35 Nephi's Apocalypse
1:30:44 Binding Satan
1:38:36 Conclusion
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