To start off the Book of Mormon, the prophet Nephi sets up his parameters for writing by giving us a template for looking at life’s challenges. Although he experienced many afflictions his record contains a more centered focus on all he had to be grateful for during his difficult days.
“I, Nephi having been born of goodly parents, therefore I was taught somewhat in all the learning of my father; and having seen many afflictions in the course of my days, nevertheless, having been highly favored of the Lord in all my days; yea, having had a great knowledge of the goodness and the mysteries of God, therefore I make a record of my proceedings in my days.” - 1 Nephi 1:1
How can we use that sweetest of all transition words, nevertheless, to bless our lives with a greater focus on the goodness of God?