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A Parent's Duty Is to Lead by Example

"For youth, there is no substitute for seeing the gospel lived in our daily lives. The stripling warriors did not have to wonder what their parents believed. They said, 'We do not doubt our mothers knew it' (see Alma 56:47–48). Do our children know what we know?"

Robert D. Hales, "Our Duty to God: The Mission of Parents and Leaders to the Rising Generation," Ensign, May 2010, 95

Topics: Parenthood, Teaching

25 Jun 2010 | 2:00 am

Persistent, Daily Parenting Will Bring Powerful Rewards

"Parents must bring light and truth into their homes by one family prayer, one scripture study session, one family home evening, one book read aloud, one song, and one family meal at a time. They know that the influence of righteous, conscientious, persistent, daily parenting is among the most powerful and sustaining forces for good in the world."

L. Tom Perry, "Mothers Teaching Children in the Home," Ensign, May 2010, 30

Topics: Parenthood

26 Jul 2010 | 2:00 am

Parents, Speak Frequently about Jesus Christ

"To fathers and mothers, to grandfathers and grandmothers, and to those without children of their own who lovingly nurture children and youth, my counsel is to speak more frequently about Jesus Christ. In His holy name is great spiritual power. 'There [is] no other name given nor any other way. . . whereby salvation can come unto the children of men, only in and through the name of Christ' (Mosiah 3:17)."

Neil L. Andersen, "Tell Me the Stories of Jesus," Ensign, May 2010, 109

Topics: Parenthood, Jesus Christ

20 Aug 2010 | 2:00 am

Parents Need to Regularly Read and Study the Book of Mormon with Their Children

"Regular reading of and talking about the Book of Mormon invite the power to resist temptation and to produce feelings of love within our families. And discussions about the doctrines and principles in the Book of Mormon provide opportunities for parents to observe their children, to listen to them, to learn from them, and to teach them."

David A. Bednar, "Watching with All Perserverance," Ensign, May 2010, 41

Topics: Parenthood, Book of Mormon

18 Jun 2010 | 2:00 am

Parents, Give Your Children Your Full Attention

"For our interactions with youth to truly touch their hearts, we have to pay attention to them just as we would pay attention to a trusted adult colleague or close friend. Most important is asking them questions, letting them talk, and then being willing to listen—yes, listen and listen some more—even hearken with spiritual ears!"

Robert D. Hales, "Our Duty to God: The Mission of Parents and Leaders to the Rising Generation," Ensign, May 2010, 96

Topics: Parenthood

16 Aug 2010 | 2:00 am