Day 80; Mormon 1-3

Mormon 1 introduces Mormon the son of Mormon and Ammaron, who when Mormon was 11, was instructed that at 24 he was to obtain the Plates of Nephi.  Mormon recalls the wars that were being waged between the Gadianton Robbers, Lamanites and the Nephites.  

Mormon was instructed not to teach the people because his voice would have fallen upon the ears of the wicked.  The people were disobeying and went against God so Mormon was instructed not to teach them.  Mormon 1:19 says, " 19 And it came to pass that there were sorceries, and witchcrafts, and magics; and the power of the evil one was wrought upon all the face of the land, even unto the fulfilling of all the words of Abinadi, and also Samuel the Lamanite."

In Mormon 2, Mormon explained that although young, he was a large man and was chosen to lead his people in battle.  He led the army when he was only 16!  They fought the Lamanites and the Gadianton Robbers until they regained their lands.  

In Mormon chapter 3, the people hardened their hearts and would not repent.  The Lamanites battled rhe Nephites again.  Mormon refused to continue leading the Nephites in battle because of their wicked actions. Mormon wants all of the people to repent and tells them that they are judged by their works at the last day!

Likening these Chapters Unto Me

#1 Do I want to be keep myself focused on enduring to the end and right living so that I can prepare to meet God, or do I want to be lax, unconcerned about my exultation, and disregard the Prophets?

#2 Am I concerned about others and striving to be a peacemaker or do I want to hold grudges, cause contention, and invalidate  others?

#3 How can I take what I read in Mormon 1-3 and apply them to my life to strive to be a Kingdom Builder?

#4 Am I trusting fully in God and allowing him to use me for good continually all the days of my life?