3 Nephi 17-19: Book of Mormon Matters with John W. Welch and Lynne Hilton Wilson
Book of Mormon Matters with Lynne and Jack | Episode 42 | 54 min
In this week's lesson, Jack and Lynne discuss 3 Nephi 17–19, where Jesus performs remarkable acts of healing, blesses the children, and institutes the sacrament. They emphasize the Savior's compassion, the importance of prayer, and the transformative power of faith. These chapters highlight Jesus' personal and sacred ministry, drawing parallels between the Old World and the New World experiences of the Nephites.
Key insights:
- Jesus heals the sick and blesses the children, demonstrating divine compassion.
- He institutes the sacrament to bind the people to Him through covenant.
- The Savior emphasizes prayer as essential to spiritual strength and protection from temptation.
- Jesus highlights the importance of faith in receiving His blessings and joy.
- The 12 disciples receive authority to give the Holy Ghost, marking the establishment of Christ’s church.