Day 102: January 27, 2012

Jacob 2

Jacob has such a tough job from the Lord to call his people to repentance. You can tell my his words that he would rather not speak to the people about these things, especially infront of those who are innocent, but he is commanded of the Lord and must be obedient. He tells the people that they need to remember that all that they have comes from the Lord. Many people have become prideful in themselves and have tried to put themselves above others. Jacob reminds them that they are less than the dust without the Lord. After reminding the people to beware of pride, he then has to remind them of the importance of Chastity. They are starting to desire many wives and concubines and the Lord tells them that they are not to do so at this time. Jacob declares that the Lord delights in the chastity of his daughters and he weeps when they weep. Being chaste is so important. While it was hard for Jacob to declare these words, I am grateful that he did. They are important for me to hear and remember. I am grateful for the scriptures and for the words of God.