Category Archives: Alma

Alma 5:14-24 — LeGrand Baker — engraven upon your countenance There seems to be 4 dominant themes in these verses. 1) The first, “Have ye spiritually been born of God?” is a clear reference to the blessings of kingship and … Continue reading →

Alma 5: 24-30 — LeGrand Baker — clothing that is unclean Alma 5: 24-30 24     Behold, my brethren, do ye suppose that such an one can have a place to sit down in the kingdom of God, with … Continue reading →

Alma 5:30-36 — LeGrand Baker — ‘come unto me’ Alma 5:30-36 30 And again I say unto you, is there one among you that doth make a mock of his brother, or that heapeth upon him persecutions? 31 Wo unto … Continue reading →

Alma 5:37-41 — LeGrand Baker — ‘The Good Shepherd’ Alma 5:37-41 37 O ye workers of iniquity; ye that are puffed up in the vain things of the world, ye that have professed to have known the ways of righteousness … Continue reading →

Alma 5:41-49 — LeGrand Baker — Alma’s authority and testimony There are three main themes in these verses: v. 42: gives us a working definition of “good works” v 43, 44, 49: defines Alma’s priesthood authority v. 44-48: Alma’s powerful … Continue reading →

Alma 5:44 — LeGrand Baker — meaning of ‘Christ Jesus’ Alma 5:44 44 For I am called to speak after this manner, according to the holy order of God, which is in Christ Jesus; yea, I am commanded to stand … Continue reading →