Alma - 42
Discussion related to this chapter in the Book of Mormon
Mortality is a probationary time to enable man to repent and serve God. The fall brought temporal and spiritual death upon all mankind. Redemption comes through repentance. God himself atoneth for the sins of the world. Mercy is for those who repent. All others are subject to God. s justice. Mercy cometh because of the atonement. Only the truly penitent are saved. About 73 B.C.
Source: LDS Scriptures