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