My Scripture Streak

Ep. 150: Mosiah 11:1-19 The Set Up

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Summary

In this episode, Jeffery Downs reads from Mosiah chapter 11 and discusses the reign of King Noah. He highlights how Noah did not walk in the ways of his father and instead followed the desires of his own heart. Noah imposed heavy taxes on the people to support his lavish lifestyle and built elegant buildings and a tower to showcase his pride. The people became idolatrous and the Lamanites began to attack them. Jeffery reflects on the importance of humility and obedience to avoid destruction.

Takeaways
  • The importance of parental influence and upbringing in shaping a person's character
  • The dangers of following the desires of our own hearts instead of seeking guidance from the Lord
  • The consequences of pride and arrogance in leading to destruction
  • The need for humility and obedience to avoid falling into Satan's traps
 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
01:57 Following the Desires of the Heart
04:50 Pride and the Construction of Elegant Buildings
06:45 The Tower of Pride and Overlooking the Land
09:05 Consequences of Arrogance and Boasting
14:01 The Importance of Humility and Obedience

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