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28 There Is a Prophet in Israel

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There Is a Prophet in Israel There is a Prophet in Israel The records of Elisha show recorded miracle: by the power of God, he raised a child from the dead; he fed a multitude, having very little food; and he, by the power of God, healed a leper. 2 Kings 4:18–37 The widow’s son had died. But Elisha went into his room, and through his faith, his life was restored. 2 Kings 4:42–44 Much like in Jesus’s lifetime, the multitude was fed with a fraction of what would seem to satisfy all of them. 2 Kings 5:1–14 Once Naaman humbled himself and hearken to the words of the prophet Elisha, washing seven times in the River Jordan, he was healed. By small and simple means great things are brought to pass. We need to trust the Lord and the words of His prophets. Elisha’s ministry and miracles testify of Jesus Christ. In fact, the people of Jesus’s day would recognize Jesus because of the miracles He performed, if they were remembering the words and works of earlier prophe...
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27 If the Lord Be God, Follow Him

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If the Lord Be God, Follow Him If the Lord Be God, Follow Him How can I stay connected with the Lord and with the covenants we’ve made with each other, even when there is much division around me? Elijah was a prophet at such a time, when there was division and wickedness, but the Lord still showed miracles through him because of his faithfulness and the faithfulness of others. 1 Kings 19:12 12 And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. Can you hear the Lord’s voice and see His hand revealed in the circumstances around you? He is there for us. He will reveal Himself to us. Elijah Christlike leaders serve the people they lead. 1 Kings 12:1–20 1 Kings 12:1–14 Rehoboam was a naughty ruler. He should have trusted in the wise men of age and learning that gave him good counsel; instead he hearkened unto the young men, who were not wise and were haughty and greedy for quick power. Look for Christlike attribu...
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22 The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer

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The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer May 25–31. “The Lord Raised Up a Deliverer”: Judges 2–4; 6–8; 13–16 \ Like ancient Israel, I try to repent and want to do better to follow the Lord and keep His commandments; but, I easily forget too and fall short of my own expectations and His desires for me. I am glad that He is patient and merciful to me, just like He was to our fathers of old. When we turn back to Jesus, He is there to welcome us, save us, and protect us. Judges, book of The Lord forgives as often as I repent. Judges 2:1–19 The book of Judges offers both warnings and encouragement. The scriptures are often like that. So are our patriarchal blessings. Judges 2:1–19 Do we ever fail to follow details of what the Lord asks us to do? Do we ever favor the second commandment to the first? It’s a learning process. But the Lord wants us to learn to become trustworthy, and He is eager to bless us every time we try. 3:5–12 Sometimes we do the same things as ancient Israel. On...
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21 Be Strong and of a Good Courage

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Be Strong and of a Good Courage Be Strong and of a Good Courage Finally, the children of Israel were nearing to enter the Promised Land. Does every new challenge bring doubt and fear to your heart. Their parents (or grandparents) had crossed the Red Sea on dry ground; but this was a new group of people, facing the Jordan River and the Walls of Jericho. Nephi later related this story to his brothers, to remind them to put their faith and trust in the Lord. 1 Nephi 17:35 35  Behold, the Lord esteemeth all flesh in one; he that is righteous is favored of God. But behold, this people had rejected every word of God, and they were ripe in iniquity; and the fulness of the wrath of God was upon them; and the Lord did curse the land against them, and bless it unto our fathers; yea, he did curse it against them unto their destruction, and he did bless it unto our fathers unto their obtaining power over it. Joshua 1:9 9  Have not I...
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