Alma and Corianton
According to Alma in Alma 42:4, what is the purpose of our life here?
This is a probationary time to repent and serve God
In Alma 49, why were the Lamanites unsuccessful in taking Nephite cities?
Fortifications and Preparation
How old was Moroni when he became Captain of the Nephite armies (Alma 43:17)?
Twenty and five
How was the covenant of the stripling warriors different than the covenant of their parents (Alma 53:11,17)? How can we compare this to our lives?
Many possible answers
The people of Ammon covenanted to never again take up weapons to fight. The stripping warriors covenanted to defend their nation from bondage.
Why do we need the Atonement (see Alma 42:15)?
To bring about the plan of mercy and to appease the demands of justice
In general, what were the strengths of the Lamanite army (Alma 59:7-8)?
What were the strengths of the Nephite army (Alma 58:10-11; Alma 58 heading)?
Lamanites were numerous
Nephites relied on the Lord, made preparations, and used strategy
What are some of Moroni’s Christ-like qualities and how can we develop those same attributes? (Alma 48:11-17)
Many possible answers
What can we learn from Pahoran’s example about not taking offense (Alma 61:9-13)
many possible answers
Elder David A. Bednar gave the following counsel:
Recognize that being offended is a choice. Look to the Savior. Be understanding of others’ weaknesses. Communicate directly.
“And Nothing Shall Offend Them” (Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2006, 89–92),
What is the difference between worth and worthiness?
"Spiritual worth means to value ourselves the way Heavenly Father values us, not as the world values us. Our worth was determined before we ever came to this earth. ‘God’s love is infinite and it will endure forever.’
“On the other hand, worthiness is achieved through obedience. If we sin, we are less worthy, but we are never worth less! We continue to repent and strive to be like Jesus with our worth intact."
Sister Joy D. Jones (“Value beyond Measure,” Ensign or Liahona, Nov. 2017).
How can you compare the war chapters in the Book of Mormon to your life?
Many possible answers
After a victory and during a period of peace, Moroni “did not stop making preparations for war” (Alma 50:1). How can we compare this to our lives?
Many possible answers
We should also continually do things that will maintain our spiritual strength and readiness.
Compare/Contrast how the Lamanites and Nephites handle the discovery of the Gadianton robbers among them (Helaman 6:20,21,37). What can we learn from these examples?
Destruction of the Nephite nation stems from the acceptance of these secret groups.
Lamanites used the Word of God to actively destroy the Gadianton robbers.
Gadianton lifestyle is not sustainable and is not profitable. Rather, living the gospel led both Lamanites and Nephites to unprecedented prosperity and peace.