Page "First Book of Nephi" Paragraph 8

After the sons of Lehi marry the daughters of Ishmael, a " ball of curious workmanship " is discovered at Lehi's tent door.

Using the directions on the ball, they begin journeying eastward along the Red Sea.

As they travel along the banks of the Red Sea, Nephi's steel bow breaks while hunting.

Upon hearing the news, the entire camp begins to complain and speak against the Lord for their misfortune, including Lehi.

Nephi builds a new bow and arrows out of wood, and then enquires of Lehi where to hunt.

Humbled, Lehi repents and turns to the Lord, and Nephi is able to find food for the camp.

Looking on the ball, they discover a message that caused them to " fear and tremble exceedingly ".

The ball works by their faith.

As long as they are faithful, it will lead them through the most fertile parts of the land.

If they are not, it will not function properly and they will be left to their own devices.