The problem with viewing Alma 32 as a scientific experiment

The experiment Alma the Younger suggests would actually be terrible science.
Here are a few encouraging verses to save for when you need a pick-me-up.
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Kuchad began carving storyboards while incarcerated as a young man. During those dark years, two young Latter-day Saint missionaries had come to visit the prison regularly.
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Kelly’s husband started hallucinating the day after their mission ended. She has since learned there is one thing dementia can’t take away.
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Elder Neil L. Andersen will dedicate the temple on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
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July 22, 2025 03:01 PM MDT
This scripture from the Old Testament reminds us not to rush ahead of God’s timing.
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July 22, 2025 02:46 PM MDT
“To be here, and to be enveloped in the light and the love and the faith of these people, is just the most beautiful blessing,” said Elder Kearon.
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July 17, 2025 01:56 PM MDT
“We love you, we thank you, and we need you,” the Apostle told the cast and crew. “Don’t ever for a minute think that you are not appreciated.”
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“I know I’ve been blessed with this talent and ability from my Heavenly Father.”
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When her baby was hospitalized, Sethrina of Accra, Ghana, turned to the Book of Mormon.
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July 15, 2025 01:40 PM MDT
Alice Warner Johnson wrote the hymn while declining from a progressive form of multiple sclerosis.
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January 29, 2025 01:59 PM MST
“Elora’s death will always be a scar on my heart, but the things I’ve learned and the relationship I have with Christ are sacred to me beyond measure.”
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January 29, 2025 09:43 AM MST
Feeling worried? This scripture could be just what you need to bring peace to your mind and heart.
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January 27, 2025 01:58 PM MST
“I believe God connected us because Kai was at a time in his life when he was searching for more.”
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Now he's called “The Dancing Dad.”
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January 24, 2025 03:49 PM MST
These important skills will help teens and young adults prepare emotionally to serve.
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January 24, 2025 02:40 PM MST
This counsel ignited Sierra’s conversion to Christ, ultimately preparing her to be among the 1st female military chaplains endorsed by the Church.
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January 24, 2025 02:35 PM MST
Elder Michael T. Ringwood believes focusing on personal development can be a “first-class cause.”
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January 23, 2025 02:16 PM MST
“[God] has promised that we can turn to Him for help and guidance anytime.”
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