2 Nephi 1:19
~588–570 BC
1830 Edition
O my sons, that these things might not come upon you, but that ye might be a choice and a favored people of the Lord. But, behold, his will be done: for his ways are righteousness forever;
Influences
Matthew 6:10 (KJV)
Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done in earth, as it is in heaven.
Changes
O my sons, that these things might not come upon you, but that ye might be a choice and a favored people of the Lord. But, behold, his will be done:; for his ways are righteousness forever;.
Simple English
'My sons, I hope these things don’t happen to you. I hope you will be a special and favored people of the Lord. But God’s will be done. His ways are right forever.'
Paraphrase
'I don’t want this for you. I want you to be the Lord’s chosen people. But his will be done. His ways are always right.'