The Book of Mormon

Jacob 4:10

1830 Edition

Wherefore, brethren, seek not to counsel the Lord, but to take counsel from his hand. For behold, ye yourselves know, that he counseleth in wisdom, and in justice, and in great mercy, over all his works;

Changes

Wherefore, brethren, seek not to counsel the Lord, but to take counsel from his hand. For behold, ye yourselves know, that he counseleth in wisdom, and in justice, and in great mercy, over all his works;.

Simple English

Brothers, don’t try to tell the Lord what to do. Instead, take his advice. You know he guides everything with wisdom, justice, and great mercy.

Paraphrase

So don’t try to counsel the Lord. Take counsel from him instead. You know he acts in wisdom, justice, and great mercy over all his works.