Mosiah 28

 (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.)
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As our conversion deepens, our desire to share the gospel increases.

1. What actions of the sons of Mosiah demonstrate the intensity of their desire to share the gospel with their Lamanite brethren?

1-5. What reasons did the sons of Mosiah have for wanting to go preach the gospel to the Lamanites? Which of these reasons do you think might have been most important to them? Why? What are the desires of your heart? Do you have a sincere desire to help others find eternal happiness? Are you willing to sacrifice to help others? Do you wish to share the gospel with others? How has your desire to share the gospel increased as you have strengthened your testimony? What experiences in your life have led you to want to share the gospel with others? If you do not feel that you have a strong desire to share the gospel at this time, what can you do to strengthen that desire?

"The intensity of our desire to share the gospel is a great indicator of the extent of our personal conversion." -- Dallin H Oaks, Ensign, November 2001

2. The Lamanites were considered by the Nephites to be enemies? How did the sons of Mosiah feel about their enemies? The Lord commands us to love our enemies. What can you do to cultivate a Christlike love for those who despitefully use and persecute you?

3-4. Why do you think that the very thought of another human being suffering the torment caused by sin and wickedness was more than the sons of Mosiah could bear? How did their own experiences help them develop a deeper more charitable love for even their enemies? What can you do to develop a deeper abhorrence of sinful acts in your life? How can this be a blessing and guide to you?

4. How would the experiences of the sons of Mosiah influence what and how they would teach? How would they treat those that they taught? How can these same attitudes help you to better share the gospel with others?

"I hope no person we approach with an invitation to hear the message of the retored gospel feels that we are acting out of any reason other than a genuine love for them and an unselfish desire to share something we know to be precious. If we lack this love for others, we should pray for it." -- Dallin H Oaks, GC, October 2001

5-9. What convinced Mosiah to let his sons go on a mission to their enemies? How would you feel if someone you loved wanted to go live among a violent people who hated those who were not like them?

6. When you have a deep concern or major decision to make, how can prayer help you to make that decision with confidence?

8. How much faith did Mosiah have in The Lord? Explain. How strong is your faith? What can you do to strengthen it?

10. What did the sons of Mosiah give up to go on a mission?

11. What records did Mosiah possess?

15. Why does The Lord preserve records such as those that Limhi's people found?

20. Who did  Mosiah give the records to? What does that teach you about the Lord's willingness to forgive? How do you think that Mosiah's trust in Alma might give hope to those who repent?