So, for many years the Nephite armies fought against the Lamanite armies for lands. The war commenced because of greed and hunger for power. Each battle ended with faith in God. Who started and who ended the battles?
The Nephite leaders speak of Lamanites being proud of their much strength. The Nephites were not as strong! So how did they win so many times? How were they able to get back their lands and preserve their families and their liberties?
The answer:
The Lamanites trusted in themselves; their strength, their cunning, their ruthlessness. This got them in trouble, because their pride blinded them and caused them to make mistakes.
The Nephites knew they were nothing without God, and they knew that if they wanted victory, that they had to remain righteous, so that God would be on their side. In seeking God's help, they received faith and courage and reassurance and wisdom. This way, they were able to outsmart the Lamanites many times. Note: they rarely beat them by force.
The Nephites relied on God to help them fight their battles, and they came out victorious!!!
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