Family

1. “There is nothing that has come or will come into your family as important as the sealing blessings.” (Henry B. Eyring, "Families Under Covenant". May 2012 Ensign.)


2. " If we hold fast to the Church's Proclamation on the family, we will see that we hold the jewels, as it were that can enrich so many other things. Let the World go its own way on the family. It appears to be determined to do that. But we do not have that option. Our doctrines and teachings on the family are very, very powerful, and they are full of implications for all the people on this planet." (Neal A. Maxwell, "Insights from My life" August 2000 Ensign) 


3. " In these last days it is essential--even critical--that parents and children listen to and learn from one another." (M. Russell Ballard, "Mother and Daughters" May 2010 Ensign)


4. "With the Lord, families are essential. He created the earth that we could gain physical bodies and form families. He established His Church to exalt families. He provides temples so that families can be together forever." (Russell M. Nelson, "Set in Order They House" November 2001 Ensign)


5. "To be effective, family communication must be an exchange of feelings and information. Door of communication will swing open in the home if members will realize time and participation on the part of all are necessary ingredients. In family discussion, differences should not be ignored, but should be weighed and evaluated calmly. One's point or opinion usually is no as important as a healthy, continuing relationship. Courtesy and respect in listening and responding during discussions are basic in proper dialogue. As we learn to participate together in meaningful associations, we are able to convey our thoughts of love, dependence and interest." (Marvin J. Ashton, "Family Communications" October 1978 New Era) 
6. "Brothers and sisters, the most important cause of our lifetime is our families. If we devote ourselves to this cause we, will improve every other aspect of our lives and will become, as a people and as a church, an example and a beacon for all peoples of the earth." (Elder M. Russell Ballard, "That the Lost May be Found" May 2012 Ensign)


7. Certainly there are times when getting family together to read the scriptures does not stack up as a spiritual experience worthy of a journal entry. But we must not be deterred. There are special times when the spirit son or daughter is just right and the power of these great scriptures goes down into their heart like fire. As we honor our Heavenly Father in our homes, He will honor our efforts." (Neil L. Andersen, "Prophets and Spiritual Mole Crickets" November 1999) 


8. "Now fathers, I would remind you of the sacred nature of your calling. You have the power of the priesthood directly from the Lord to protect your home. There will be times when all that stands as a shield between your family and the adversary's mischief will be that power. You will receive direction from the Lord by way of the gift of the Holy Ghost." (Boyd K. Packer, "The Power of the Priesthood" May 2010 Ensign)


9. "A happy home is but an earlier heaven. President George Albert Smith asked, ' [Do] we want our homes to be happy [?] If we do, let them be the abiding place of prayer, thanksgiving and gratitude" (Thomas S. Monson "Precious Children, A Gift from God" June 2000 Ensign) 


10. "Etched in sacred scripture is a commandment to 'set in order they house.' Once we as parents understand the importance and meaning of that commandment, we need to learn how to do it." (Russel M. Nelson, "Set in Order They House" November 2001 Ensign)