He wants us to know of the covenants theirs has convenanted with the house of Israel because it applies to them (v1). We know of the word of God through his prophets since the beginning of the earth to inform us when we will he gathered and established in the land of promise (v2). Jacob tells these things to bring joy to the people and their families and to bring peace to their searchings of these things (v3-4). It is known that the Savior will visit Jerusalem in the flesh and "die for all men, that men might become subject unto him" (v5).
In the plan of salvation there is a need for a power or resurrection because man is fallen because of his transgression and being cut off from The Lord (v6). The resurrection comes by the infinite atonement lest all men be in an endless state of judgement (v7). If there was not resurrection, our spirits would be subject to the devil and become like him and forever separated from God (v8-9). But our God is smart enough to make this plan to keep us out of the devils grasp by letting us live in our flesh even after our death (v10-11). The spiritual death is overcome by our spirits returning to our bodies whether we were wicked or righteous in our earth life we will "become incorruptible and immortal" knowing everything (v12-14). We will be aware of our guilt and uncleanliness, and when this happens we will "be judged according to the holy judgement of God" (v15).
Those who are righteous on earth will continue in righteousness eternally as well as those who were filthy on earth will be filthy in heaven and be placed accordingly (v16). God has put a law forth that says the righteous shall inherit the kingdom of God which has been prepared for the righteous who He has delivered (v17-19). Christ came to suffer so man can be resurrected if we repent, be baptized, have perfect faith, and endure to the end (v20-23). Those who are not willing to do that are unable to progress further according to the consequences of the law set forth by God (v24-25).
We would all be doomed if it weren't for the atonement that satisfies the demands for justice for this who die in ignorance and for those who accept Christ (v26). Imagine v27-38 is addressed in one big clump because it is for those who die knowing of the law that is given and sin and do not repent. These people waste the days of their probation because the devil in his cunning has led them away because men are vain, frail, and foolish. He says Wo unto the rich of the world, deaf to the prophets, blind to the truth, unclean in heart, liars, murderers, and all other sinners.
I plead with you to read v39 and remember to never transgress against our God and yield to the devil, and always turn from your carnal mind to be s.m.i.l.e.: Spiritually Minded Is Life Eternal. Listen to Jacob as he says all these words for he speaks the words of our Maker which may be hard to hear for unclean ears. If you rejoice in these words it is good because you are righteous and have nothing to fear because it is easy to come unto Christ and follow the straight and narrow path (v40-41). If you fear these words, you must be humble and consider yourself a fool before the all powerful God or justice will come upon you (v42-43).
It is our duty and to our benefit to tell those around us about the way to God and redemption (v44). Turn away from sin, prepare your souls for His coming, and follow The Lord by confessing thy transgressions (v43-46). We can only be taught holiness if we are holy enough to receive it, first we must awake to the reality of our sins (v47-48).
Jacob has been called and is fulfilling his calling as a teacher by telling the people of the consequences of sin and urging them to be baptized and pray always (v49-52). Why would you waste money on something of no worth? When we die, we take nothing worldly with us so invest in the relationships and friendships with your brethren so your mansion in heaven may be full (v51). Jacob joys in The Lord's goodness is preserving his seed and promises to continue in the morning (v53-54).
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