I was reading the Book of Mormon today and I came across an interesting verse. In this verse the prophet, Alma, is fighting in a war with his people, the Nephites. At this point Alma is fighting one-on-one with the leader of the opposing army. As is common in life-threatening situations Alma cries to God to protect him, "O Lord, have mercy and spare my life". Clearly Alma doesn't want to die right at this moment. But what caught my attention was Alma's purpose to continue living. He continues, "spare my life, that I may be an instrument in thy hands to save and preserve this people" (Alma 2:30). Alma wasn't fearing death, he simply had more to do with his life. He was the leader of the Nephite Government and the Church at that time. He knew that his life being preserved would be a great blessing to many others.
The most important part however is how Alma backed up this statement. He eventually gave up his role as the "Chief Judge" to devote his life to the ministry to which he was called. He convinced many to come unto Christ and enjoy the blessings of the Gospel.
So when we really want something; riches, talents, knowledge, etc. ; we need to consider why we want it. If it is to fulfill God's purposes, God will likely assist us in attaining that when we come to Him in prayer.
I know that as we seek to do God's will, we will see His hand in all we do.
The most important part however is how Alma backed up this statement. He eventually gave up his role as the "Chief Judge" to devote his life to the ministry to which he was called. He convinced many to come unto Christ and enjoy the blessings of the Gospel.
So when we really want something; riches, talents, knowledge, etc. ; we need to consider why we want it. If it is to fulfill God's purposes, God will likely assist us in attaining that when we come to Him in prayer.
I know that as we seek to do God's will, we will see His hand in all we do.
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