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Book Of Mormon Prophets: An Analysis
Doubting and questioning gospel principles and doctrines helps our testimonies become stronger. It is part of a normal process to doubt and question gospel doctrines. Some would have us think that we should believe every principle and doctrine of the gospel blindly, without question. This, however is not what the Lord intends for his disciples. In James 1:5 we read, “If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” (Bible King James Version) It is important to study and pray by faith to gain personal revelation. Nephi, son of Lehi, is one of the greatest examples of Book of Mormon prophets. In
1 Nephi 2, Nephi’s father, Lehi, has a dream where he is commanded
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