2 Nephi 2:9
~588–570 BC
1830 Edition
Wherefore, he is the first fruits unto God, inasmuch as he shall make intercession for all the children of men; and they that believe in him, shall be saved.
Influences
Revelation 14:4 (KJV)
These are they which were not defiled with women; for they are virgins. These are they which follow the Lamb whithersoever he goeth. These were redeemed from among men, being the firstfruits unto God and to the Lamb.
Romans 8:27 (KJV)
And he that searcheth the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh intercession for the saints according to the will of God.
Changes
Wherefore, he is the first fruits unto God, inasmuch as he shall make intercession for all the children of men; and they that believe in him, shall be saved.
Simple English
So he is the first gift to God. He will ask God to help all people. And those who believe in him will be saved.
Paraphrase
He’s the first offering to God, and he will plead for everyone. Those who believe in him will be saved.