#bofm mastery

[davidpaynepac]

And it came to pass that I, Nephi, being exceedingly young, nevertheless being large in stature, and also having great desires to know of the mysteries of God, wherefore, I did cry unto the Lord; and behold he did visit me, and did soften my heart that I did believe all of the words which had been spoken by my father, wherefore, I did not rebel against him like unto my brethren.

Memorized! Nephi explaining the confirmation he received that his father Lehi was a true prophet - 1st Nephi 2:16

[davidpaynepac]

Wherefore, he said that these plates of brass should never perish; neither should they be dimmed any more by time... And we had obtained the records with the Lord had commanded us, and searched them and found that they were desirable; yea, even of great worth unto us, insomuch that we could preserve the commandments of the Lord unto our children.

Memorized! Nephi discussing the critical importance of the scriptures - 1st Nephi 5:19,21

[davidpaynepac]

...thou shalt be favored of the Lord, because thou hast not murmured.

Memorized! The prophet Lehi speaking to his son Nephi regarding his willingness to obey an intimidating commandment without complaint - 1 Nephi 3:6