Teaching Our Children In The Home

This morning I was abruptly awakened from my sleep at 3:00 a.m. I had this intense feeling that I needed to email my children an article about teaching their children in the home. I laid there and tossed and turned not knowing if I should because I didn't want to offend anyone or make them upset. But I listened to the spirit and even prayed and my answer was to find an article from General Conference or from one of our General Authorities.

Well, I did just that. So I guess I'll wait and see what their comments are or if they'll even say anything.

My prayers are with my kids and grandkids so much. This world is such a troubled place right now. Our kids are influenced by their peers and the surroundings they put themselves in. It's a scary time and I want my little sweethearts to get through their teenage years holding onto the iron rod. To make good choices, good friends and to be great examples. They're such a joy to me and I love them so much.

I want my kids to take the time in their busy lives to teach their children about the gospel, to teach them about life in general by their examples etc. And that teaching has to go on in the home. I don't care if it's only 15 min. But it has to be done according to our leaders. Satan is so powerful. I know from experience.

I often wish I could go back and teach my children and to be a better example. We tried holding family home evenings when they were small but then life got so busy with work and the kids sports etc. But, I wish I would have tried harder. I'm so blessed that my children have chosen the right paths. They're such good examples to me and I admire them.

God answers prayers and I know that by him awakening me this morning, it was my time to tell my children my feelings.