Every home is a house of learning either for good or otherwise. Family members may learn to be obedient, honest, industrious, self-reliant, and faithful in living gospel principles, or they may learn something else. Learning the gospel in the homes of Church members should be centered on the scriptures and on the words of the latter-day prophets. The Lord has commanded parents to teach their children.

Living the gospel does not mean the storms of life will pass us by, but we will be better prepared to face them with serenity and peace. 'Search diligently, pray always, and be believing,' the Lord admonished, 'and all things shall work together for your good, if ye walk uprightly.'

Lambs have little chance to follow the right path if the shepherds go astray.

Perfection is worth striving for, even if it is ultimately unattainable in this life.

Perseverance is a positive, active characteristic. It is not idly, passively waiting and hoping for some good thing to happen.

Lying, stealing, and cheating are commonplace.

If we approach adversities wisely, our hardest times can be times of greatest growth, which in turn can lead toward times of greatest happiness.