We need to approach others not of our faith like Ammon does King Lamoni with service before preaching. 
Service will get to the heart before preaching will. 
King Lamoni was in the power of the Lord for two days and two night. That's a long time. It makes me wonder what he was taught? He could have been taught all the gospel from Christ and his angels.
It says later on in Alma 19:6, "he knew that the dark vail of unbelief was being cast away from his mind, and the light which did light up his mind, which was the light of the glory of God." 
This is powerful and amazing. I wish I had more faith and less doubt in my life. I believe and have a testimony but sometimes when it comes down to it my faith isn't enough and I get upset and frustrated. 
"Believe"

Blessing: Everyone at my new job at the Family Resource Center loves me and makes me feel welcome but also part of the group and they are very helpful.

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