"Now this he did that he might preserve their hatred towards the Nephites, that he might bring them into subjection to the accomplishment of his designs.
For behold, his designs were to stir up the Lamanites to anger against the Nephites; this he did that he might usurp great power over them, and also that he might gain power over the Nephites by bringing them into bondage."
Alma 43:7-8
In reading this today, it made me think of how rotten and totally against God this idea is... a plan to preserve hatred, rather than breaking it down and unifying people... or in other words, totally against the whole idea of building up Zion.
Unfortunately, I think in our day this technique is still being used... using dissension and hatred to gain influence and power, rather than seeking to lift and unite people.
Today, let's take a step back and look at this deceitful methodology, and determine not to allow ourselves to be manipulated in this way. Let's remain dedicated to the Lord and to furthering the cause of Zion and his kingdom on earth... let's learn how to let go of our hatred and stand united.
For behold, his designs were to stir up the Lamanites to anger against the Nephites; this he did that he might usurp great power over them, and also that he might gain power over the Nephites by bringing them into bondage."
Alma 43:7-8
In reading this today, it made me think of how rotten and totally against God this idea is... a plan to preserve hatred, rather than breaking it down and unifying people... or in other words, totally against the whole idea of building up Zion.
Unfortunately, I think in our day this technique is still being used... using dissension and hatred to gain influence and power, rather than seeking to lift and unite people.
Today, let's take a step back and look at this deceitful methodology, and determine not to allow ourselves to be manipulated in this way. Let's remain dedicated to the Lord and to furthering the cause of Zion and his kingdom on earth... let's learn how to let go of our hatred and stand united.
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