1 Nephi 3:7
I will go and do.
Context
The Lord commanded Nephi and his brothers to return to Jerusalem to get the brass plates.
Doctrine or Principle
The Lord prepares a way for us to keep His commandments.
Application
What has the Lord commanded you to do that some might consider to be difficult? How did He prepare a way for you to accomplish it?
2 Nephi 2:25
Adam fell that men might be.
Context
Lehi taught his sons about the neces- sity of the Fall and its consequences.
Doctrine or Principle
The Fall was a necessary part of Heavenly Father’s plan and allowed for our mortal existence.
Application
How does knowing about the Fall and mortality help you better understand your purpose in life?
2 Nephi 2:27
We are free to choose.
Context
Lehi taught his sons about the role of agency in the plan of salvation.
Doctrine or Principle
We are free to follow Jesus Christ, which leads to liberty and eternal life, or the devil, which leads to captivity and death.
Application
Think of a time you chose to obey a commandment. How do you feel that your obedience has or will lead to greater freedom?