I learned a lesson during my life. I lesson I took to heart especially while I was raising my children...never pray for patience.  The Lord does have a sense of humor and loves to see how we will react to situations while we strive for patience.

Over the last couple of weeks I have been working on having patience with myself and have found that, while I have had success in some areas, circumstances have stretched my capabilities to the limit at times.

Reading in Alma about the wars and contentions between the Nephites and Lamanites for so many years I think that Moroni has a lot to teach about patience. And we have the example of what happens when he loses his patience.

When planning his strategies he was always so careful to assess the situation. To send spies to see where the enemy was located and their strengths. He would determine what would work best to win the battle and to rely on the inspiration of the Lord to guide him. He never rushed in and put his men at risk when he didn't have to.

He also would take the time to fortify his cities and towns. To build up protection and strengthen the weak spots.

So you may be asking what have I learned from Moroni? I have learned to pay attention. To know the enemy. What is Satan doing in my life to hinder me. What is my strategy to overcome temptations that will come my way. What are my weaknesses and how can I shore them up.  I have learned that I  need to fortify my home against the influences of the world.

Moroni established the title of Liberty and was valiant  in defending his people from the Lamanites and the evil of the world.  I need to follow his example and defend my home and family.I need to shore up my home against the power of Satan and his followers. Sign in to bookmark pages, high