Build in Public Daily

In this episode, I delve deep into the power of scriptures and their relevance to our lives. As I explore this topic, I find myself unexpectedly relating more to the wickedness of Laman and Lemuel in the Book of Mormon rather than the righteousness of Nephi. Despite being in a good place presently, this realization intrigues me because it highlights my own shortcomings and my yearning to draw closer to God and Christ. I can't help but ponder on what might be holding Laman and Lemuel back from attaining their spiritual goals. While I strive to lead a righteous life and establish a strong connection with God, I also recognize the ease with which one can stumble and falter along the way. As I continue to develop and better myself, I become increasingly conscious of the areas in which I still struggle. However, I refrain from judging myself for these experienced guilt and instead gain a fresh perspective on the barriers that hinder my spiritual growth. It is a thought-provoking realization that prompts me to examine the obstacles preventing me from fully reaching my potential.
  • (00:00) - Identifying with Laman and Lemuel in their wickedness
  • (01:17) - Examining what keeps them from being where they need to be
  • (01:27) - Gaining a new perspective on personal struggles and potential

What is Build in Public Daily?

In this show, we share the struggles and challenges of growing and building stuff.

Cold plunge thoughts one thing that's so amazing about reading scriptures is that,

no matter where you're at in your life you can usually find yourself identifying

with someone in the scriptures and what's interesting is i'm i'm at a pretty

good spot in my life right now and in this time reading through the Book of Mormon,

I'm identifying with Laman and Lemuel and their wickedness so much more than

I'm identifying with Nephi and his righteousness.

And this is the thing that I think is interesting is that I'm doing really well right now,

but I'm also incredibly aware

of my shortcomings and my desire

to be with God

and to be one with Christ is stronger than it's ever been but the thing that

I keep on looking at and paying attention to is what are laymen and Lemuel doing

that's keeping them from being where they need to be.

I find it interesting because I want to be righteous and be one with God,

and it's so easy to falter.

And as I get better, I see areas where I'm still struggling,

and I'm not judging myself for feeling guilt in that regard,

but what I am experiencing is this different perspective that I didn't have

before about the things that keep me from living up to my potential. Interesting.