Usher in 2nd Coming

2 Nephi 3

Lehi gives a patriarchal blessing to his son, Joseph, who is quite young and was born after they left the city of Jerusalem.

This is really quite an amazing chapter. I can't help but wonder what Joseph Smith would have thought as he was translating this particular chapter in the Book of Mormon. Did he recognize that the Joseph spoken of who would one day do a marvelous work and a wonder was him? No doubt he did. As I was thinking this, I wondered how it would be to have that experience. Then I thought of the prophecies of those who would usher in the gospel and the second coming in these latter days. Do I recognize they are speaking of me? I would think they are – especially if I choose to step up to the plate. The gospel is so beautiful and fascinating to study!

Well, how does this apply to me today? Keep on keeping on, I would think – hope. I could always do better. Today I feel like I'm running about as fast as I can run, however. It is my desire that this is pleasing to the Lord.