The scriptures are imbued with the spirit of prophecy—“great views”—concerning the mission and Atonement of the Savior. The Lord uses a similar phrase when He commands Joseph Smith to translate from the small plates of Nephi after the loss of the initial 116 pages of the Book of Mormon: “Behold, there are many things engraven upon the plates of Nephi which do throw greater views upon my gospel; therefore, it is wisdom in me that you should translate this first part of the engravings of Nephi, and send forth in this work. And, behold, all the remainder of this work does contain all those parts of my gospel which my holy prophets, yea, and also my disciples, desired in their prayers should come forth unto this people” (D&C 10:45–46).
Great views of the future in hope and faith—this is a central theme that resonates in King Benjamin’s speech. He has loved and served his people, and they are willing to listen to their prophet-king. He teaches them great truths that they understand and appreciate—truths that bring about a “mighty change” in their hearts (see Mosiah 5:2–4). If we choose to hearken to the words of the gospel from the scriptures and our living prophets, we too can have this mighty change of heart and receive “great views of that which is to come.” The gospel of Jesus Christ is the gospel of joy—in infinitely greater measure than is possible from any other source.