Mosiah 9-10

Mosiah 9:

The record of Zeniff--- Zeniff anxious to possess the lands of his fathers, enters into an agreement with King Laban to possess the land of Lehi -Nephi.  They move in, work hard, build houses, farms, grow crops, have herds of sheep and are prosperous.  The Lamanites , however, because of their Idolatrous laziness sat back and let them build and clear and improve the land with the intent of just moving in and taking it over when ever they wanted it.  After 12 years the Lamanites figured they had better take over now before Zeniff's people became too strong, too established, and too  numerous to easily conquer.  So they started a campaign to harrass, steal and plunder Zeniff's people, starting with the outlying farms and ranches.  The conflicts continued until Zeniff's people remembered the Lord and then went out to battle.  They stood and defeated the Lamanites with a much smaller army with casualties of 10 to 1.

Application:  Sometimes We want something so badly we may forget the Lord and just do what we want.  When we repent and remember the Lord he will uphold us.

Mosiah 10:

Chapter 10:  Explains why the Lamanites hate the Nephites--(ie the traditions of their fathers)  Zeniff being old, confers his kingdom on his son Noah.

Application:  Am I prepared and watchful--placing my trust in the Lord and his power to protect my "kingdom"  (my family)?