Moroni 6: 4-9

 

How have you been blessed because of those who care for your soul?

"4 And after they had been received unto baptism, and were wrought upon and cleansed by the power of the Holy Ghost, they were numbered among the people of the church of Christ; and their names were taken, that they might be remembered and nourished by the good word of God, to keep them in the right way, to keep them continually watchful unto prayer, relying alone upon the merits of Christ, who was the author and the finisher of their faith.

5 And the church did meet together oft, to fast and to pray, and to speak one with another concerning the welfare of their souls.

6 And they did meet together oft to partake of bread and wine, in remembrance of the Lord Jesus.

7 And they were strict to observe that there should be no iniquity among them; and whoso was found to commit iniquity, and three witnesses of the church did condemn them before the elders, and if they repented not, and confessed not, their names were blotted out, and they were not numbered among the people of Christ.

8 But as oft as they repented and sought forgiveness, with real intent, they were forgiven.

9 And their meetings were conducted by the church after the manner of the workings of the Spirit, and by the power of the Holy Ghost; for as the power of the Holy Ghost led them whether to preach, or to exhort, or to pray, or to supplicate, or to sing, even so it was done." (Moroni 6: 4-9)

And here's the beginning part of the commentary entitled: "Disciples of Jesus Christ care for each other’s souls." : 

"The choice to follow Christ is an individual one, but fellow believers can help keep us “in the right way” (Moroni 6:4–5). What did Church members in Moroni’s time do to strengthen each other? As you read Moroni 6:4–9, ponder the blessings that come from being “numbered among the people of the church of Christ” (Moroni 6:4).

You might also think about the people who attend your ward or branch. Is there anyone who might have special need of your love—perhaps someone who is new or recently returning? How could you help make their experiences at church more like what Moroni described? (for ideas, see My Covenant Path or the “Strengthening New Members” videos in the Gospel Library). You might find some inspiration in section I of President Dallin H. Oaks’s message “The Need for a Church” (Liahona, Nov. 2021, 24–25)."

My own earthly father cares for my soul and all our family members' souls. That's why he decided to embrace and live the gospel of Jesus Christ himself. His example touched my own mother's heart and she, herself decided to do the same. So my parents were able to bring their children up in the gospel. My parents do care for the souls of their children. I'm so grateful that they do. Because my own parents do care for the souls of their children, I've been abundantly blessed as I've been able to embrace and live the gospel of Jesus Christ myself and as I've been given the opportunities to care for others' souls as well.