3 Nephi 17–19: Cried

Segment 1

Scriptures:
3 Nephi 18:24 (Christ is the light)
3 Nephi 19:29 (One with Christ)

Words of the General Authorities:
3 Nephi contains some of the most moving and powerful passages in all scripture. It testifies of Jesus Christ, His prophets, and the doctrines of salvation. (Ezra Taft Benson, “The Savior’s Visit to America”, April 1987 General Conference)

Segment 2

Scriptures:
3 Nephi 17:1 (Behold, my time is at hand)

Segment 3

Scriptures:
3 Nephi 17:2-5 (Tarry a little longer)
3 Nephi 17:6 (Bowels filled with compassion)
3 Nephi 17:7-9 (Christ heals all)

Words of the General Authorities:
Jesus Christ extends that same invitation to you today. I plead with you to come unto Him so that He can heal you! He will heal you from sin as you repent. He will heal you from sadness and fear. He will heal you from the wounds of this world. Whatever questions or problems you have, the answer is always found in the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Learn more about His Atonement, His love, His mercy, His doctrine, and His restored gospel of healing and progression. Turn to Him! Follow Him! (Russell M. Nelson, “The Answer Is Always Jesus Christ”, April 2023 General Conference)

Segment 4

Scriptures:
John 11:35 (Jesus wept)
3 Nephi 17:18-22 (Christ’s joy is full)
3 Nephi 17:24-25 (Angels ministered)

Words of the General Authorities:
Let us review some of these less-conspicuous gifts: the gift of asking; the gift of listening; the gift of hearing and using a still, small voice; the gift of being able to weep; the gift of avoiding contention; the gift of being agreeable; the gift of avoiding vain repetition; the gift of seeking that which is righteous; the gift of not passing judgment; the gift of looking to God for guidance; the gift of being a disciple; the gift of caring for others; the gift of being able to ponder; the gift of offering prayer; the gift of bearing a mighty testimony; and the gift of receiving the Holy Ghost. We must remember that to every man is given a gift by the Spirit of God. (Marvin J. Ashton, “There Are Many Gifts”, October 1987 General Conference)

Segment 5

Scriptures:
3 Nephi 18:4-9 (The sacrament)
3 Nephi 18:12-13 (Do these things, not more or less)

At the throne I intercede;
For thee ever do I plead.
I have loved thee as thy friend,
With a love that cannot end.
Be obedient, I implore,
Prayerful, watchful evermore,
And be constant unto me,
That thy Savior I may be.
(Reverently and Meekly Now, Hymns #185)

Words of the General Authorities:
Of all the other titles that He could have used, He chose to be called “Father.” The Savior commanded, “After this manner therefore pray ye: Our Father who art in heaven” (3 Nephi 13:9; see also Matthew 6:9). His use of the name “Father” is a lesson for all as we come to understand what it is that matters most in this life. (Boyd K. Packer, “The Witness”, April 2014 General Conference)

Segment 6

Scriptures:
3 Nephi 19:13-15 (The Holy Ghost is like fire)
3 Nephi 19:24-25,30 (Prayer without ceasing)
3 Nephi 19:33 (Their hearts opened)

Study Helps:
The Presence. A word used by the later Jews (and borrowed from them by the Christians) to denote the cloud of brightness and glory that marked the presence of the Lord. (Shechinah, Bible Dictionary)