As I
begin my reading anew from the Book of Mormon, I have yet again been astonished
by the temporal and spiritual lessons that lie within its pages. The greatest
thing that I have learned in this past week is of the authenticity of the
coming about of this sacred book of scripture. There is no way, it is too
elaborate, too perfect, too tied together for anyone to have ever imagined a
scheme of this scale. But, we all know that the “magic” of this book lies not
within the physical proof of its veracity, but in the spiritual lessons and
convictions gained through its imploration.
In my
studying this week I came across 1 Nephi 2:16 “And it came to pass that I, Nephi,
being exceedingly young,… and also having great desires to know of
the mysteries of God,…did cry unto the Lord; and behold he
did visit me, and did soften my heart that I
did believe all the words which had been spoken by my father;
wherefore, I did not rebel against him like unto my brothers.”
God
seems to choose and prepare his greatest servants at a young age, or “in their
youth.” This holds true for many known prophets, including Samuel from The Old
Testament, and Joseph Smith. Why should God call such important
humanity-altering men at such a young age. We can learn that from a young age,
we all have righteous desires, however our actions in regards to those desires
are what define us. Foreordination also plays a role in the calling of holy
prophets. From a young age they are tested, and proven.
God’s
eternal design for us really does start in our youth. Though not all are
predestined to lead nations, all are ordained to accept and live the Gospel of
Jesus Christ in this life. As we are molded in our youth, we must remember that
God has always known us even “before [we came] forth out of the womb.” (Jer.
1:7) I pray that we may recognize the great talents and righteous desires that
abide within us, and consecrate them to the Lord.
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