Faith is knowing the sun will rise, lighting each new day. Faith is knowing the Lord will hear my prayers each time I pray. Faith is like a little seed: If planted, it will grow. Faith is a swelling within my heart. When I do right, I know. Faith is knowing I lived with God before my mortal birth. Faith is knowing I can return when my life ends on earth. Faith is trust in God above; In Christ, who showed the way. Faith is strengthened; I feel it grow Whenever I obey. Words: Beatrice Goff Jackson, b. 1943. © 1978 IRI Music: Michael Finlinson Moody, b. 1941. © 1978 IRI wma wav mp3 a. A load or sorrow difficult to bear b. Willing to learn; lack of pride c. Misfortune, suffering, or difficulty d. Lack of freedom; slavery e. Harassment, affliction, or attack f. Believing without seeing Let’s review the prophecies of concerning the from Mosiah 12:2, 4–5. These prophesies were literally fulfilled even though the Nephites were split into two separate groups. Our lesson is about the people of King and the people of Alma. “Lesson 13: The People of King Limhi and the People of Alma,” Primary 4: Book of , (1997),44 “King Limni and His People Escape” and “Alma and His People Escape,” Stories, Ch 16&17, p 45-48 “King Limni and His People Escape” Book of Mormon Stories, Ch 16, p 45-46 The captured many of the Nephites who had not escaped with .

The Lamanites took them away and gave them land but made them pay heavy taxes. The Nephites made Limhi their new king.

Limhi was King Noah’s son, but he was not wicked like his father. He was a good man. King Limhi tried to make peace with the Lamanites, but they continued guarding the Nephites and being cruel to them. The Nephites began to complain and murmur against the Lamanites to King Limhi. Finally, King Limhi gave them permission to drive the Lamanites out of their land. The Nephites went into battle against the Lamanites three times. They could not drive them out.

Many Nephites were killed. They knew Abinadi’s prophecy of the Nephite people had come true. Abinadi had told the people to repent and believe in Jesus Christ or they would not be saved. The Nephites were very sad because so many had died. They humbled themselves and prayed for forgiveness. Heavenly Father softened the hearts of the Lamanites and they stopped being cruel to the Nephites. The Nephites were still not free. One day King Limhi saw some strangers outside the city.

He had them put in prison. The strangers were Nephites from . Their leader was named Ammon. King Limhi was happy to see him.

He knew that Ammon could help his people escape from the Lamanites. King Limhi called his people together.

He reminded them that their wickedness was the reason they were being held by the Lamanites. He told his people to repent, trust God, and obey the commandments.

Then God would help them escape.

Many of the people repented and were humble and obedient. The Nephites learned that the Lamanites who guarded the city usually got drunk at night. That night King Limhi sent extra wine to the guards as a present. King Limhi and his people were able to walk past the drunken guards and escape. Ammon guided King Limhi and his people through the wilderness to Zarahemla, where they were welcomed.

“Alma and His People Escape,” Book of Mormon Stories, Ch 17, p 47-48 One day while Alma’s people were working in their fields, a Lamanite army crossed the border into their land. The Nephites were frightened and ran to the city for safety.

Alma told them to remember God and He would help them. The Nephites began to pray. The Lord softened the hearts of the Lamanites, and they did not hurt the Nephites.

The Lamanites had become lost while trying to find King Limhi’s people. The Lamanites promised Alma that they would not bother his people if he would tell them how to get back to their land.

Alma showed them the way. But the Lamanites did not keep their promise.

They put guards around the land, and Alma and his people were no longer free. The Lamanite king made Amulon the ruler over Alma’s people. Amulon had been a Nephite and a wicked priest of King Noah. Amulon made Alma’s people work very hard. They prayed for help, but Amulon said anyone caught praying would be killed.

The people continued praying in their hearts. God heard their prayers and strengthened the people so their work seemed easier.

The people were cheerful and patient. God was pleased that the people were faithful.

He told Alma that He would help them escape from the Lamanites. During the night the people gathered their food and animals.

The next morning God kept the Lamanites asleep while Alma and his people left the city. After traveling for 12 days, the people arrived at Zarahemla, where King Mosiah and his people welcomed them. King Mosiah made Alma the leader of the Church in Zarahemla.

Alma then chose other men to help him teach the Nephites.

In what ways did the Lamanites persecute the people of Limhi? Let’s read Mosiah 21:35 Why did this happen? Let’s read Mosiah 21:4; 12:2, 4–5 What effect did losing three times in battle to the Lamanites have on the people of King Limhi?

Let’s read Mosiah 21:13–14 What does it mean to be humble? Why do you think the Nephites finally humbled themselves? Why was Heavenly Father slow to hear the cries of Limhi’s people? Let’s read Mosiah 21:15 How did He finally answer their pleas for help? Let’s read Mosiah 21:15–16 What could Limhi’s people learn from living in bondage?

How can sufferings in our lives help us become more humble, obedient, and prayerful? After King Limhi and his people had made a covenant, or promise, with God, what did they want to do to show they honored their covenant with Him? Let’s read Mosiah 21:35 How can we show Heavenly Father that we honor our baptismal covenants? What are some reasons the faith and patience of the people of Alma were tested?

Let’s read Mosiah 23:21 What promise did the Lord make to them and to us if we put our trust in Him when our patience and faith are being tested? Let’s read Mosiah 23:22 How have you been blessed by trusting in the Lord? Why did Alma say that his people should not be frightened? Let’s read Mosiah 23:27 How did the people respond to his counsel?

Let’s read Mosiah 23:28 How did the Lord help Alma’s people? Let’s read Mosiah 23:29

How has the Lord helped you find courage? What can you do to become stronger through adversity? How has Heavenly Father blessed you or your family in adversity? How did Alma and his people tell Heavenly Father what they needed when the wicked ruler, Amulon, would not let them pray out loud?

Let’s read Mosiah 24:12 How did Heavenly Father answer their prayers and keep His promise to them? Let’s read Mosiah 24:13–16 How has Heavenly Father kept His promises to you? What did Alma and his people remember to do after they had been delivered from the Lamanites?

Let’s read Mosiah 24:21–22 Why is it important to show gratitude, even in adversity?

How can we show gratitude to Heavenly Father for our blessings? How were the people blessed spiritually through their adversity? How can having faith in Jesus Christ and humility strengthen you during times of adversity? King Limhi will tell the account of his people. Alma will tell the account of his people. Do any of you have any questions for our guests? Enr. Act. 1 Time to split into teams! Decide on your favorite part of the story. Each team will take a turn acting out their favorite part of the story while the other teams guess what part of the story it is.

Enr. Act. 2  Let’s memorize the fourth article of faith: We believe that the first principles and ordinances of the Gospel are: first, Faith in the Lord Jesus Christ; second, Repentance; third, Baptism by immersion for the remission of sins; fourth, Laying on of hands for

the gift of the Holy Ghost. Enr. Act. 3 mp3 wav wma Read some of the following scriptures silently and mark those that have an important meaning to you: Mosiah 23:7, 15, 21–22 Mosiah 24:12–16, 21–22 Mosiah 25:10, 15–16, 22–24

Enr. Act. 5 I am grateful for the blessings I have received from the Lord during times of adversity. I know that there are some lessons we can learn only by enduring adversity and putting our trust in Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ.  Images and clipart are from lds.org, Microsoft Office, and other websites indicating the images were in the public domain or permitted for church and home use.  The hymns, lesson and scripture story are from lds.org.  Please do not use this presentation for commercial use. Feel free to alter the presentation for use in church or home to suit personal preference.  This presentation is intended to supplement, not replace, the lesson manual and scriptures. Teachers should refer to the manual, scriptures and other resources when preparing and conducting the lesson.