Some years ago we visited a country where strange ideologies were taught and pernicious doctrines were promulgated ebery day in the schools and in the captive press. Every day the children listened to the doctrines, philosophies, and ideals their teachers related. Someone said that constant dripping will wear away the hardest stone. This I knew, so I asked about the children: Do they retain their faith? Are they not overcome by the constant pressure of their teachers? How can you be sure they will not leave the simple faith of God? The answer amounted to saying, We mend the damaged reservoir each night. We teach our children positive righteousness si that the false philosophies do not take hold. Our children are growing up in faith and righteousness in spite of almost overwhelming pressures from outside. Even cracked dams can be mended and saved, and sandbags can hold back the flood. And reiterated truth, renewed prayer, gospel teachings, expression of love, and parental interest can save the child and keep him on the right path. President Spencer W. Kimball, Faith Precedes the Miracle (1972), pp. 113-114.
Posted on: Sat, 19 Oct 2013 07:45:43 +0000
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