Effective listening transcends mere auditory reception; it requires internalization and obedience to the word of the Lord. The structure of Alma’s message to Helaman illustrates this principle: beginning with a command to hear and keep the commandments, followed by a promise that adherence will lead to prosperity in the land. This dual structure emphasizes that true hearing is linked to action and reinforcement of faith, culminating in a personal testimony that God remains faithful to His promises. The progression from instruction to testimony showcases the importance of heeding divine guidance for spiritual fulfillment.
How does discovering Hebraisms in the Book of Mormon strengthen your testimony? Professor John “Jack'' Welch explores how the discovery of Hebraic poetry increases testimony of the power of Jesus Christ and His Atonement.
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TIMECODE
- 00:00 Part I - Professor John Welch
- 06:58 Guest bio
- 08:44 Scripture Central
- 11:12 The depth of the Book of Mormon
- 14:01 Alma teaches his sons to avoid discouragement
- 18:39 Was Alma translated?
- 20:08 Satan abandons his followers
- 23:43 Chiasmus in Alma 36
- 28:56 Chiasmus in Mosiah 5
- 34:45 What is chiasmus?
- 39:22 Jesus’s Atonement overcomes our pain
- 42:43 Professor Welch and Dr. Hugh Nibley
- 49:23 Chiasmus video on Scripture Central
- 53:28 Alma 36:1 and Alma 36:30
- 55:45 Alma 36:27-29 - Trust in God
- 56:52 Alma 36:3 and Alma 36:26 - Born of god
- 59:55 Alma 36:24 - Alma brings souls to God
- 1:02:07 Alma 36:10 and Alma 36:23 - Strength
- 1:05:04 - End of Part 1 - Professor John Welch
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