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. The health of any society, the happiness of its people, their prosperity, and their peace all find common roots in the teaching of children in the home.
L. Tom PerryBe certain that you easily clear the minimum standards for service as a missionary and that you are continually raising the bar.
L. Tom PerryI believe it is by divine design that the role of motherhood emphasizes the nurturing and teaching of the next generation.
L. Tom PerryPrayer endows us with the power to draw near to our Eternal Father. How important it is, then, that one of our fundamental teachings to our children is how to pray.
L. Tom PerryObedience is an emblem of our faith in the wisdom and power of the highest authority, even God.
L. Tom PerryAcquire and store a reserve of food and supplies that will sustain life. ... As long as I can remember, we have been taught to prepare for the future and to obtain a years supply of necessities. I would guess that the years of plenty have almost universally caused us to set aside this counsel. I believe the time to disregard this counsel is over. With events in the world today, it must be considered with all seriousness.
L. Tom Perry