Mosiah 18–24 | May 20–26 | John W. Welch and Lynne Hilton Wilson | Walk With Us Book of Mormon

The discussion centers on the narrative of Alma and the events surrounding the wicked King Noah in the Book of Mormon, specifically chapters 18 through 24 of Mosiah. Alma, having fled from King Noah, begins to teach the words of the prophet Abinadi to a group of followers at the Waters of Mormon. This gathering marks the establishment of a new community, emphasizing the importance of repentance, desire for baptism, and the need to bear one another's burdens.

As Alma organizes this group, he lays out qualifications for baptism and the responsibilities of being part of a covenant community. He emphasizes the need for unity, love, and service among members, contrasting the teachings of King Noah. The narrative also highlights the challenges faced by Alma's followers, including their eventual persecution by King Noah's priests, leading to their eventual escape and establishment of a new community.

The podcast further explores the significance of Alma's teachings and the establishment of a church structure with priests and teachers, reflecting a higher law of love and service. The discussion concludes with reflections on the burdens faced by Alma's people and the divine assistance they receive, illustrating themes of faith, redemption, and community resilience in the face of adversity.

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_________________________________________________ 0:30 Mosiah 18 - The Waters of Mormon 9:30 Alma teaches more commandments 16:03 Mosiah 19 - The Lamanites Attack 22:04 Mosiah 20 & 21 - Limhi’s People 27:34 The Book of Mosiah as a chiasm 32:41 Mosiah 22-24 Burdens Made Light 40:24 Alma’s people’s bondage and escape 46:53 Power of prayer and final testimonies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices