A Lamanite named Samuel was called by God to preach to the Nephites. Many of the Nephites wouldn’t listen and they cast him out of Zarahemla. But the Lord told Samuel to go back. He had another message for Samuel to share.

Because the people wouldn’t let him in the city, Samuel climbed the city wall. He warned the people that if they didn’t repent they would be faced with great destruction. He also prophesied of the coming of Jesus Christ. He told the people that Jesus would come to the earth in five years, and many signs would appear at His birth. Samuel said there would be a night without darkness, and a new star would appear. He also prophesied of the death of the Savior, and the signs that would appear at that time. Many who heard the words of Samuel believed  him, and many were baptized. They became faithful believers who watched for the signs of Jesus’s coming. But many people in Zarahemla were angry with Samuel and cast stones at him, and tried to shoot arrows at him. The Lord protected Samuel and he could not be hit with the arrows or stones. 

We can learn from Samuel that Heavenly Father asks us, through His prophets, to repent and make right choices because He loves us. He gives us signs and miracles to strengthen our faith. Although we may find temporary pleasure “in doing iniquity”, true happiness comes through the gospel of Jesus Christ.