The account in Helaman 6–12 shows how the sin of pride affects people. As you study this account, look for the cycle described below in the suggestion for family discussion.
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Read Helaman 12:7. On what basis did Mormon make this statement? (See Helaman 12:1–6, 8.)
Suggestion for Family Discussion
Draw the following illustration on a piece of paper:
Explain that the Book of Mormon contains several examples of people who went through this cycle.
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How can people break from this cycle? (Have family members read Alma 62:48–51; Helaman 12:23–24.)
On the piece of paper, draw lines through Pride and Wickedness and Destruction and Suffering. Point out that we can learn from the Nephites’ mistakes. We can always remember the Lord in humility and gratitude, even when we are prosperous.
