I was reading in the Book of Mormon this week in Mosiah. King Noah's wicked priests steal away the Lamanite daughters and the Lamanites go to war against the people of Limhi. The scriptures read that the Lamanites were really mad that their daughters were stolen and go fighting like "lions for their prey." Then it says of the people of Limhi, "But they fought for their lives, for their wives, and for their children; therefore they exerted themselves and like dragons did they fight" (Mosiah 20:10-11).
This had circled through my brain over and over this last week. Am I fighting like a lion for prey or like a dragon?
My biggest challenge that I repeatedly face is discouragement. I am easily beset by discouragement. I find it hard to stay positive often in the face of my trials. Also, the more tired I am, the harder it is even more (which having a newborn means I am tired always). So back to the lions and dragons, am I fighting discouragement like a lion for my prey? Do I fight it like a dragon? Those are strong, big animals that fight very ferociously.
The next chapter holds a huge key to how the people of Limhi were able to fight like a dragon. It reads, "And they did humble themselves even in the depths of humility; and they did cry mightily to God; yea, even all the day long did they cry unto their God that he would deliver them out of their afflictions" (Mosiah 21:14).
So there is the goal and the way to achieve the goal. I really want to fight like a lion and a dragon = so I need to be humble and pray often to the Lord. Really it is simple if I can just remember to do it. Hence this post. For me to read and reread when I need that reminder!
8 comments:
Love this Jenny...just what I needed. I agree being tired makes EVERYTHING seem harder...you just don't have the energy. Hang in there! You're awesome!
I am women hear me ROAR!!! Remember how just saying the name Yowanda was empowering to you? Start chanting it over and over:) In all seriousiness I LOVE this post. I loved how you likened it to our day and pointed out the means to achieving my goal. I too need to fight like a lion. Come on over to my "Den" anytime. I loved our visit last week. Perhaps we should have a Lion and Dragon Party, I'll host!
Being tired is the worst! You're such a good example to continue to make time to study and ponder the scriptures even while you're in newborn mode. It always took me a good six months to get back on my feet and feel like life had a semblance of normalcy again. I could get a few minutes in a day at best.
When you get a chance, tell me your schedule and I'd love to finally come over and hold that little peanut now that we're all better!
I was just reading that same chapter a couple of days ago with James. Love that part.
That is a reminder that I needed! Thanks:)
Very well put! I might have to check back to this post also for the reminder.
And I think as long as you fight to stay humble and to realize that he has a plan for you and that your job is to accept his plan, the fight is easier. You are one of the bravest women I know and I must say you put on a great face even when struggling inside. He is there for you and you are dear to him. -Jamie
Love that thought. I found that in the couple areas where someone has thought I had a lot of strength, was usually an area where I had simply learned (or been willing) to surrender more. In fact, I'm not sure I'm strong or good at anything, but if I surrender completely, I often find that he is good and strong through me to do what I cannot.
:-)
Keep writing!
Steve P.
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