Family Gems: Parents Should Teach Children Gospel Truths

Gems on the Family
Parents Should Teach Children Gospel Truths
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“What seems to help cement parental teachings and values in place in children’s lives is a firm belief in Deity. When this belief becomes part of their very souls, they have inner strength. So, of all that is important to be taught, what should parents teach? The scriptures tell us that parents are to teach their children ‘faith in Christ the Son of the living God, and of baptism and the gift of the Holy Ghost,’ as well as ‘the doctrine of repentance’ (D&C 68:25). These truths must be taught in the home. They cannot be taught in the public schools, nor will they be fostered by the government or by society. Of course, Church programs can help, but the most effective teaching takes place in the home.”

Topics: parents, teaching

(James E. Faust, “A Thousand Threads of Love,” Ensign, Oct. 2005, 6-7)