Looking Beyond the Mark

Title

Looking Beyond the Mark

Magazine

Ensign

Publication Type

Magazine Article

Year of Publication

1987

Authors

Larsen, Dean L. (Primary)

Pagination

11-12

Date Published

November 1987

Volume

17

Issue Number

11

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Abstract

Makes an analogy between the shot put of an athlete and the scripture that states that “blindness came by looking beyond the mark” (Jacob 4:14). The mark needs to be faith in Jesus Christ. Replacing faith in the Savior with other goals, including pursuing the mysteries, pride, and reading scriptural commentaries only is the downfall of mankind.

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