“Husbands and wives – mothers and fathers – will be held accountable before God for the discharge of these obligations.” We gather here today to reflect on the past life and times of Responsibility, Accountability, and Commitment, especially in reference to their contributions to the institution of marriage. It is with a heavy heart thatContinue reading “WHAT HAPPENED TO RESPONSIBILITY AND ACCOUNTABILITY – Especially In Marriage?”
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EQUALITY IN MARRIAGE – Do We Have To Be The Same In Order To Be Equal?
“Fathers and mothers are obligated to help one another as equal partners.” Equality. We like it, we believe in it, and we all want it….right? Equal rights. Equity for all. Equal pay. Equal opportunity. No exclusion. No boundaries. No limits. Wait. Wait just a minute, here. When did the quest for equality and accountability becomeContinue reading “EQUALITY IN MARRIAGE – Do We Have To Be The Same In Order To Be Equal?”
INDIVIDUALISM – Is It Another Name For Selfishness?
“Husband and wife have a solemn responsibility to love and care for each other and for their children….individuals who fail to fulfill family responsibilities will one day stand accountable before God.” Is it any wonder that 40-50% of first marriages eventually end in divorce, and that 60% of all second marriages end in divorce asContinue reading “INDIVIDUALISM – Is It Another Name For Selfishness?”
BLUEPRINT FOR HAPPINESS – 9 Principles To Follow
“Happiness in family life is most likely to be achieved when founded upon the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ. Successful marriages and families are established and maintained on principles of faith, prayer, repentance, forgiveness, respect, love, compassion, work, and wholesome recreational activities.” Just as my previous post on the value of traditional marriage, thisContinue reading “BLUEPRINT FOR HAPPINESS – 9 Principles To Follow”
ABORTION – Is It Really About Choice If The Other Person Doesn’t Have A Say?
“We affirm the sanctity of life and of its importance in God’s eternal plan.” My father was an educator. He had shelves full of books, was an avid reader, and made sure to stay up on current events and issues. Being my father’s daughter, also having a love of books and reading, I happened uponContinue reading “ABORTION – Is It Really About Choice If The Other Person Doesn’t Have A Say?”
PARENTING – The Most Important Job In The World
“Parents have a sacred duty to rear their children in love and righteousness, to provide for their physical and spiritual needs, and to teach them to love and serve one another, observe the commandments of God, and be law-abiding citizens wherever they live.” Yes, parenting is a job. Most people understand that, but I wouldContinue reading “PARENTING – The Most Important Job In The World”
WHY TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE IS A GOOD THING
“We the First Presidency and the Council of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, solemnly proclaim that marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God…” Traditional marriage between a man and a woman is the most commonly practiced type of marriage, and it is still stronglyContinue reading “WHY TRADITIONAL MARRIAGE IS A GOOD THING”
WHY ARE FAMILIES SO IMPORTANT?
“The Family is central to the Creator’s plan for the eternal destiny of His children…..Further, we warn that the disintegration of the family will bring upon individuals, communities, and nations the calamities foretold by ancient and modern prophets.” It almost seems stupid to have to ask this question at all, right? Everyone knows that familiesContinue reading “WHY ARE FAMILIES SO IMPORTANT?”
FAMILY STRONG 