Alma had great success in Gideon and Melek but when he
arrived in Ammonihah they totally rejected him and cast him out. Alma was met by the same angel who had turned
him around early in his life. The angel
told him he was blessed and that he needed to go back to Ammonihah and call the
people to repentance. When he went back
he went into the city a different way and found his way to the house of Amulek,
who had been prepared by the Lord for Alma’s visit. Imagine how grateful Alma was to be greeted
by a kind man who took him home and fed him.
Alma stayed with the family for many days, teaching and strengthening
them. I think about Joseph Smith and how
excited he would have been to see his friend, Moroni, again and again. How they must have rejoiced in each other’s
presence. Alma must have been
overwhelmed with joy to see this messenger again who had brought him out of a
dark pit and back into the light of the gospel.
When Amulek and Alma began their missionary labors the Holy Ghost went
with them. They couldn’t be harmed.
Michelle and Brandon are going to a new area. They have had Gideon and Melek experiences in
their wards in Washington, Idaho, and Florida.
When they get to South Carolina they will be greatly needed in the ward
where they will be living. They will
have many opportunities to share the gospel.
Their children will have those same opportunities. I know the Lord will watch out for them and
angels will guide their way. What
surprises lie ahead for them? What
adventures? How long will it take people
to discover their abilities and talents?
How will the schools be for the kids?
Who will be their new friends? So
many exciting unknowns. May the Lord
bless them in this adventure.
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