Finally, in the end, Zeniff recorded that as the Nephites went to tackle the Lamanite insurgence, they all—every able-bodied man, including the aged Zeniff—turned to the Lord. This was the key to their success: "We did go up in the strength of the Lord, … putting their trust in the Lord" (10:10, 19). After declaring that he "did confer the kingdom upon one of [his] sons," even Noah, Zeniff ended his record with one last heartfelt prayer that undoubtedly had guided him throughout the challenges of his life: "May the Lord bless my people" (10:22).