The extended sense of compassion which Enos felt for his own people now extended to his hostile brethren, the Lamanites. By this time, the Lamanites were becoming a plague to the Nephites and making war against them continually. Notice that Enos says his prayer was not just a recitation of words, but a powerful struggle in the Spirit. Finally, the Lord consented to bless the Lamanites also, according to the desires of Enos.