2 Nephi 24

(Below is a list of questions and quotes that help me think about each verse as I read it. The numbers represent the verses in the chapter.)

The righteous will finally have peace during the Millenium. The righteous will triumph over all their enemies, because they have trusted in and relied upon the Lord.

SYMBOLS: The story of Lucifer's pride and his fall from heaven typify the king of Babylon's ambitions and eventual downfall.

1. How does the message of mercy in this verse speak to you of the faithfulness of your Father in Heaven?

2-3. What will happen to the oppressors during the Millenium? What will happen to the oppressed who were righteous?

4. The wicked confidently declare that nothing can destroy their empires. What is prophesied regarding these things? Why is equality a divine principle? How can you share your wealth and blessings with those who are not so materially blessed? How can the poor bless the wealthy?

5. What is this verse teaching about the power of those who rule in Babylon?

7. Think of a restful moment. What qualities did you most appreciate about it? What thoughts and feelings come to mind when you consider the possibility of the whole earth being at rest? Is your own heart at rest? How can you feel the peace of God even amidst turmoil?

10-11. What will the wicked say to Satan when his kingdom is destroyed? Why will they mock him?

12-14. How do these verses highlight the arrogance and pride of Satan?

"Those who constantly love the praise of men more than the praise of God are faint reflections of another—meaning Satan, of course—who in the preexistence wanted to save all mankind, but with one condition attached—that the honor and glory go to him, not to God. He was more concerned with credit than with results; glory and praise were the end in themselves. ...On the crucial issues, if individuals are more concerned with pleasing men than pleasing God, then they suffer from the same virus Satan had, for there are many situations where seeking the praise of men will clearly result in their hurting, not helping, mankind for they will do expedient and temporary things instead of those which are lasting and beneficial." - N Eldon Tanner, GC, October 1975

15-16. What will ultimately happen to Satan? How will people feel about him when they see him for what he is?

"In the premortal council, it was pride that felled Lucifer, “a son of the morning.” ...Lucifer placed his proposal in competition with the Father’s plan as advocated by Jesus Christ. (See Moses 4:1–3.) He wished to be honored above all others. (See 2 Ne. 24:13.) In short, his prideful desire was to dethrone God." - Ezra Taft Benson, GC, April 1989

22. What gives comfort to the righteous? What can you dange in your life today to be more obedient? How can you resolve to stay obedient?

30. What is the ultimate fate of those who choose not to repent and turn to the Lord?