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Family Home Evening Game: The Liahona and the Holy Ghost

Object: to show family members how the Liahona led Lehi’s family according to faith and obedience, and how the Holy Ghost guides us today as we follow the commandments. Preparation: make or buy a treat and put it in a box, then hide the box somewhere in or near your home. Frozen treats not recommended. Choose where you want to conduct this activity. For some, their yard would work the best. Others would prefer to remain in the house. We used our neighborhood, as we live in a quiet area. Take your family out to the center of an open … Continue reading →

Focus on the Scriptures with Your Family

Teaching the scriptures to our children is essential. The stories in the scriptures give excellent real examples of how to deal with the situations and trials that your children will face in the world. As a child I loved the Old Testament stories the best, because they were full of adventure. As I grew older I came to love the courage displayed in many of the Book of Mormon stories. The New Testament is wonderful as you learn the parables that Jesus taught while on the earth. One of the reasons that it is so important to teach these stories … Continue reading →

Primary Time: Helping Your Children Grow Spiritually

As parents it is important to realize the responsibility you have towards your children. While many people easily acknowledge and recognize the need to care for the physical and emotional needs of their children, they neglect the spiritual needs. Each child that is a member of your family is a precious gift from Heavenly Father. It is important to take the time to teach our children about Christ and the gospel. This will give your children direction and hope throughout their lives. Of course one of the best ways to do this is through your example. As you go to … Continue reading →

General Conference: “The Miracle of the Holy Bible”

In his talk “The Miracle of the Holy Bible” Elder M Russell Ballard talks about the blessings the Bible brings to each of us. He opens his talk by reviewing the way that the Bible became available to all of us. He speaks of the courage of Martin Luther, William Tyndale and John Wycliffe. He also speaks of the importance Johannes Gutenberg and the printing press. Elder Ballard goes on to speak about the sacred words that are found in the Bible. He points out that it is through the Bible that we learn about the church and Jesus Christ. … Continue reading →

Primary Time: Bringing the Scripture Stories to Life for Your Children

Do you want your children to really learn the scriptures? The summer is a great time to spend some extra time teaching your children the scripture stories. If you plan well you can really bring the stories to life. You can focus on one or two stories a week. It is important that while you do any of the following suggestions you still take the time to talk about the concept the story is teaching us. 1) The easiest way to teach your children the stories from the scriptures is to tell them the stories. You can use the scripture … Continue reading →