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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July 16, 2025 10:53 AM MDT
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 15, 2025 03:47 PM MST
“Feeling overwhelmed by life, I went to the temple seeking peace. Heavenly Father reminded me of four comforting truths.”
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January 15, 2025 01:55 PM MST
Take a walk down memory lane with this chronological list compiled by Church News.
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January 14, 2025 02:04 PM MST
This definition can help increase our capacity for joy.
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January 14, 2025 02:00 PM MST
The name change centers Christ as our source of healing.
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January 14, 2025 01:00 PM MST
As a financial industry professional, I spend a fair amount of time talking about saving. Shifting to a retirement mindset where spending your nest egg is suddenly okay can be challenging for many people. It requires careful planning to ensure your savings will last. Here are five key steps to navigate this important life change:
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January 13, 2025 04:51 PM MST
“Do not abandon the ship when the waves are a little high.”
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January 13, 2025 03:05 PM MST
These clarifying insights from modern-day prophets will help you invite more revelation into your life.
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January 10, 2025 01:45 PM MST
You'll be turning to this verse in the Doctrine and Covenants for years.
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“Our hearts go out to all affected by the fires that continue to cause destruction in Southern California.”
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