The insight emphasizes the importance of effective leadership and the necessity of seeking guidance from those with spiritual authority. It highlights the remarkable qualities of Moroni, who was appointed as a leader at a young age, suggesting a successful vetting process possibly involving divine inspiration. The narrative stresses that great leaders acknowledge their limitations and willingly seek counsel from prophets to navigate challenges. It draws an analogy to a chess game with a knowledgeable advisor, underscoring the strategic advantage of following prophetic counsel. The consequences of disregarding prophetic guidance are cautioned against, illustrating that such choices place individuals in peril. In contrast, adherence to inspired counsel leads to safety, victory in struggles, and the importance of communal support from prophetic leaders. Ultimately, it advocates for the necessity of heeding prophetic insights as a means to ensure safety and successful navigation through life's challenges.
What are we fighting for? Dr. David Boren explores what makes a righteous leader and how to have joy amidst spiritual and physical battles and how the Book of Mormon arms readers to fight against unrighteousness.
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TIMECODE
- 00:00 Part I - Dr. David Boren
- 02:02 Dr. Boren’s bio
- 04:05 What are we fighting for?
- 06:50 Righteous Warriors by John Bytheway
- 10:21 Power in the Book of Mormon
- 13:00 Great leaders see people as God sees them
- 16:21 John follows a prompting to check arrest listing
- 18:13 Alma 43:1 - Great leaders are action-oriented and lead with love
- 20:58 Dr. Boren shares a story about sheep
- 25:26 Zarahemnah sets the tone
- 29:20 Alma 42:8-9 - Reasons for war
- 32:54 Great leaders clarify and inspire
- 38:11 Alma 42:17 - Moroni takes command at 25
- 41:56 Alma 42:23-29 - Prophets know where enemies will strike
- 45:45 Alma 42:45-47 The Lord’s rules of engagement
- 48:14 Alma 44:1-4 - Great leaders reflect and assess
- 52:38 Alma 44:9 - Great leaders are resolute and courageous
- 55:15 Alma 44:5 Sacred support
- 57:23 Alma 44:20-21 Great leaders forgive and act with perspective
- 59:39 Alma 45 - A new enemy and finding joy
- 1:06:38 Alma from sinner to translated disciple of Christ
- 1:09 Amalickiah and Moroni
- 1:16:20 End of Part 1 - Dr. David Boren
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