King Benjamin delivers a powerful sermon to his people about humility, service, gratitude, and the Atonement of Jesus Christ. His message has a profound effect on the people, filling them with joy and peace. They make a covenant to obey God's commandments. As a result, the people have a continuous disposition to good works and are steadfast and immovable in their faith. King Benjamin's sermon is considered one of the greatest in scripture for its doctrinal teachings about Christ.