Category Archives: Alma

1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 The same was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made by him; and without him was not any … Continue reading →

Alma 13: 1-29, LeGrand Baker, the ultimate purpose of the priesthood ordinances. As we approach the conclusion of Alma’s testimony to Zeezrom, when he is about to explain the power of his earthly priesthood, it seems to me that it … Continue reading →

Alma 13:5-7, LeGrand Baker, Eternal Sweep of Covenant Responsibilities Alma 13:5-7  5  Or in fine, in the first place they were on the same standing with their brethren; thus this holy calling being prepared from the foundation of the world … Continue reading →

Alma 13:9, 14-19 – LeGrand Baker, “The high priesthood forever” The reason we seem to be stuck in Alma 12 and 13 is because they are so many faceted that I, for one, can’t take them all in, in a … Continue reading →

Alma 13:14-19, LeGrand Baker, conclusion of the sermon Alma now brings his instructions full circle. Earlier he had said, “Thus they become high priests forever (v.9).” He now gives the perfect example—not of one person—but of a whole society of … Continue reading →

Alma 14:1-5, 8-9, 14-16, LeGrand Baker, The Contrast between Good and Evil 1 And it came to pass after he had made an end of speaking unto the people many of them did believe on his words, and began to … Continue reading →