Our Mothers Knew It with Maria Eckersley

A Creative Study of Come, Follow Me

Book of Mormon [ETHER 12-15] Insights

“By Faith All Things Are Fulfilled”

November 25 – December 1, 2024

LINK TO THE CREATIVE VIDEO FOR ETHER 12-15

https://youtu.be/PNQhTwo6djU

WEEK 48: SUMMARY

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Lesson Summary:

Ether 12-15 details a period of intense conflict and prophecy in the Jaredite civilization. Ether, the prophet, emphasizes the importance of faith, illustrating how it precedes miracles and is crucial for spiritual strength, referencing past prophets like Alma and Moroni. Despite Ether’s warnings, the people embrace wickedness, leading to widespread wars. Coriantumr, a pivotal king, sees prophetic visions of his people's annihilation if they do not repent. As battles intensify, with leaders like Shared and Shiz rising against him, Coriantumr grapples with relentless warfare and personal injuries. Ultimately, Ether’s prophecies come to pass as the Jaredite civilization collapses due to internal turmoil, leaving Coriantumr as the last survivor, fulfilling God’s word that another group—the Nephites—would inhabit the land. These chapters highlight the consequences of pride and the power of faith.

Ether 12:12 | How do you define a miracle? How do we balance seeking and expecting miracles, as President Nelson invited us to do, and patiently allowing the Lord’s will to be done?

Ether 13:1-14 | Why does Ether bother telling them “all things” if they are so wicked? Why not just write them down for future generations who will appreciate them? Is there power in prophesying even if no one heeds your words? 

Ether 13:1,31, 14:12 | Why is this the consequence God chooses for Coriantumr? Is this a fitting end for someone who caused so much destruction or is God in relentless pursuit of him?

CHAPTERS

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00:00:13 INSIGHTS INTRODUCTION

00:02:26 INSIGHTS CHAPTER SUMMARY

00:09:25 SPARK 1: PARTING THE LAYERED VEIL

00:19:58 SPARK 2: HOW WEAK THINGS BECOME STRONG

00:30:47 SPARK 3: ETHER’S ARK OF 1

00:42:14 QUESTIONS

00:46:08 WRAP UP

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