Every scripture reflection and discipleship note David has published on LDS Daily Path. Showing older entries, page 12.
2 Nephi 5 records the painful separation of Nephi from his brothers and the building of a new community centered on the temple.
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D&C 27 covers the sacrament, the restoration of priesthood keys, and the armor of God. Three essential pieces of the disciple's life.
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Genesis 27 is a family tragedy wrapped in a blessing. Jacob deceives Isaac, steals Esau's blessing, and the cost shows at every edge.
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Mark 9 moves from the Transfiguration to a desperate father to the disciples' argument about greatness. Mountain and valley in one chapter.
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Mark 10 covers marriage, children, the rich young ruler, and blind Bartimaeus. A chapter about holding together and letting go.
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2 Nephi 4 contains Nephi's raw personal psalm of sorrow and hope. Lehi's blessings give way to one of scripture's most honest prayers.
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D&C 26 establishes four pillars for a balanced spiritual life: study, preaching, confirming, and labor. Plus the foundational law of common consent.
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Genesis 26 traces Isaac's quiet persistence through famine, conflict, and the reopening of Abraham's wells. A study in staying where you are planted.
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Mark 7 contrasts external ritual with internal purity. Jesus confronts tradition, heals a Gentile woman's daughter, and opens deaf ears.
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Mark 8 moves through feeding, blindness, and confession. Four scenes about learning to see clearly what is right in front of you.
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