Jacob was pleading with God. Praying for his people to feel the power of God and to change their ways. ⁣

He was doing his best. ⁣

Preparing powerful sermons, sharing meaningful allegories, listening to the Spirit’s promptings. ⁣

But many of the Nephites still were not fully converted unto Christ and righteous living. ⁣

And then Sherem came. ⁣

He was smart. He was flattering. ⁣

He convinced many people to fall away from the gospel of Christ. ⁣

This was surely making the situation worse, right?! ⁣

Jacob’s prayers were not being answered. ⁣

Jacob and Sherem met. Sherem said there is no Christ. Jacob said there is. Sherem asked for a sign. Sherem “fell to the earth” for many days. ⁣

When Sherem woke up, he asked for all the people to be gathered together so he could speak to them before he dies. ⁣

The multitude came to listen to Sherem. ⁣

Sherem spoke about the reality of Christ. The power of angels. Of the Holy Ghost. ⁣

And the people listening were overcome by the power of God. They all fell to the earth. ⁣

The result when they woke up?⁣

“Peace and the love of God was restored again among the people; and they searched the scriptures”⁣. (Jacob 7:23)

Jacob’s prayers were answered. ⁣

“Now, this thing was pleasing unto me, Jacob, for I had requested it of my Father who was in heaven; for he had heard my cry and answered my prayer.” (Jacob 7:22)

In a completely unexpected way. ⁣

Things had to get much, much worse in order for the prayer to be answered. ⁣

But the prayer was answered.

Happy Studying!

-Cali Black

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  1. Cali ⭐️ These insights are SO HELPFUL! They are so powerful! I love them and use them in my personal study… and when they come out early enough- I use them for my seminary class💛💛💛 Thank you for your posts and emails 💛

    1. Thank you Natalie! I’m so glad you are able to use them in your personal study and seminary class ❤️

  2. Sister Black, I just want to say thank you for all these “snippets.” They are so well written and convey such a positive spirit to those who are open to the Holy Ghost.

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