Com was one of the many kings through the generations who was at least somewhat righteous. He fought against the secret combinations that began to spring up. The people were wicked (again) at this point, so he did not prevail against these secret combinations.
As He always does, the Lord sent prophets to tell the people that there would be destruction if they didn't repent.
"And there came also in the days of Com many prophets, and prophesied of the destruction of that great people except they should repent, and turn unto the Lord, and forsake their murders and wickedness." (Ether 11:1)
As also happens frequently, the wicked people rejected the prophets. These prophets came to Com for protection.
"And they prophesied unto Com many things; and he was blessed in all the remainder of his days." (Ether 11:3)
Com got to spend time with the prophets that had come. They taught him, and he protected them. The happy result is that he was blessed for the rest of his life.
This is exactly what happens to each of us as we listen to and heed the words of the prophets. The Lord will always bless His people. As long as we remain faithful, we too can be blessed for the rest of our lives.
The Lord really does know us and care about our happiness. He wants to give us blessings, but so many of His blessings are bound to faith and obedience on our part.
I'm grateful for guidance and direction from God, and I know I have been blessed when I listen to and follow the prophets.
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