Jesus Christ Appears in the Ancient Americas | 3 Nephi 8–11

Summary

The script portrays events following the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in AD 34, as natural disasters such as storms, earthquakes, and floods devastate the Americas. Amidst the chaos, survivors mourn their loss, recalling prophecies and pleading for help. In a divine appearance, Jesus Christ calls for repentance and offers salvation to those spared. He invites the people to feel the wounds from His crucifixion, affirming His identity as the Savior. The scene culminates in praise, with the people proclaiming 'Hosanna!' and giving thanks to God for their deliverance.

Takeaways

• 🌩️ Great storms, earthquakes, fires, and floods occurred in the Americas as a witness to Jesus Christ's crucifixion.
• ⚠️ The people are warned to repent or face further destruction due to their wickedness and abominations.
• 🙏 Jesus Christ speaks, calling on those spared to return to Him and repent of their sins so they can be healed.
• 📜 Jesus declares that the scriptures concerning His coming have been fulfilled, and He has brought redemption to the world.
• 👶 Those who come to Jesus with childlike humility will be received, and He urges all to repent and be saved.
• 🌍 Jesus reflects on how often He has tried to gather and nourish the people, likening them to a hen gathering her chicks.
• 🙌 The survivors are grateful to Jesus Christ for sparing their lives, and they help each other rebuild by providing food, clothing, and shelter.
• 👂 A voice declares Jesus as the 'Beloved Son' in whom God is well pleased, calling people to listen to Him.
• ✝️ Jesus invites the people to feel the wounds in His side, hands, and feet to know that He is the God of Israel who was slain for the sins of the world.
• 🎶 The people rejoice and cry out, 'Hosanna! Blessed be the name of the Most High God,' expressing their reverence and joy.

Q & A

What major events are being described in the script?

The script describes great storms, earthquakes, fires, and floods occurring in the Americas, which are tied to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ in Jerusalem.

What is the significance of Samuel's prophecy mentioned in the script?

Samuel's prophecy foretold the great destructions that would come upon the land and people due to their wickedness and abominations, urging repentance to avoid these calamities.

How is Jesus Christ introduced in the script?

Jesus Christ is introduced as the Son of God, proclaiming that the scriptures concerning His coming have been fulfilled. He speaks to the survivors, calling them to repentance and offering redemption.

What is the message Jesus conveys to those who are spared?

Jesus tells those who are spared that they were more righteous than the others and calls on them to repent, be converted, and return to Him so that He may heal them.

How does Jesus describe His mission in the script?

Jesus describes His mission as bringing redemption to the world, saving it from sin. He explains that He laid down His life and took it up again for the salvation of all.

What imagery does Jesus use to describe His relationship with the people?

Jesus uses the imagery of a hen gathering her chickens under her wings to describe how often He has gathered and nourished the people, and how He will continue to do so if they repent and return to Him.

What happens after the destructions and darkness subside?

After the darkness subsides, the survivors gather and express gratitude to the Lord. They mention that the whole face of the land has changed, and they prepare to help others by providing clothing, shelter, and food.

Who does Jesus invite to come forth, and why?

Jesus invites the people to come forth to feel the prints of the nails in His hands and feet and to thrust their hands into His side. This is so they may know that He is the God of Israel and that He has been slain for the sins of the world.

What is the reaction of the people after Jesus speaks to them?

The people respond with cries of 'Hosanna! Hosanna! Blessed be the name of the Most High God,' showing reverence and worship after Jesus speaks to them and reveals Himself.

What does the voice from the heavens say at the end of the script?

The voice from the heavens proclaims, 'Behold, my beloved son, in whom I am well pleased, in whom I have glorified my name — hear ye him,' affirming Jesus Christ as the Son of God.