What matters the most, lasts the longest
And within the home, we are strongest
It should be strengthened and kept foremost
There is no question- love gives the most
When we've a conflict or crisis
There is a lot we must process
And we're reminded that families connect
As they are supportive, help, and protect
This is even more true after life
As a husband longs to see his wife
Where each spouse searches for mother,
Loved ones, siblings, and father
In the spirit world, there's no question
We'll need our families as we station
The prophet issued to all the world
A clarion call- stern in its word
As priorities shut the child out
Declined values confuse and doubt
Ahead of its time, and for our age
God's given counsel in simple page
As the notions of society
Contrast with all that they now should be
For the survival of the family
We must define the home so clearly
The solemn marriage- wife and husband
One woman, one man- with wedding band
Gender has purpose, that is premortal
It is essential and eternal
A husband and wife, God has ordained
And calamities arise when it's disdained
Couples now should live responsibly
With kept marriage vows of fidelity
Children should be reared or placed within
Honorable homes who've prayed for them
They are entitled to be cared for
As extended families lend their support
As though a banner of liberty
This proclamation waves perfectly
It's for everyone- we're meant to be
Raised in honored homes committedly
Parenting involves great sacrifice
When there's selfishness- who pays the price?
And if there's a change- a "tolerance"
Who is brunted with the consequence?
Our precious children... who are now confused
The family has changed- as pawns they are used
Our Heavenly Father provides us with vision
And proclaims to the world the home's mission:
The family is in need of scaffolding
Held up by daily prayers they are holding
And, weekly there should be one evening
Set aside for home and believing
Each member should feel they are cherished,
Known, and loved by their brother, Jesus
His message to all cannot be ignored or denied
"Love one another-For you I suffered. I died!"
We must now measure, we must fulfill
And live according to the Father's will
What matter's the most, lasts the longest
Believe this... With God and family we endure life's test
(For He's counseled families how to be their strongest)
Elder M. Russell Ballard
What Matters Most is What Lasts Longest
November 2005 Ensign
Congratulations Courtney you passed the
State Boards! And, I wrote this in the car, waiting,
while you took the test! 4/24/08
And within the home, we are strongest
It should be strengthened and kept foremost
There is no question- love gives the most
When we've a conflict or crisis
There is a lot we must process
And we're reminded that families connect
As they are supportive, help, and protect
This is even more true after life
As a husband longs to see his wife
Where each spouse searches for mother,
Loved ones, siblings, and father
In the spirit world, there's no question
We'll need our families as we station
The prophet issued to all the world
A clarion call- stern in its word
As priorities shut the child out
Declined values confuse and doubt
Ahead of its time, and for our age
God's given counsel in simple page
As the notions of society
Contrast with all that they now should be
For the survival of the family
We must define the home so clearly
The solemn marriage- wife and husband
One woman, one man- with wedding band
Gender has purpose, that is premortal
It is essential and eternal
A husband and wife, God has ordained
And calamities arise when it's disdained
Couples now should live responsibly
With kept marriage vows of fidelity
Children should be reared or placed within
Honorable homes who've prayed for them
They are entitled to be cared for
As extended families lend their support
As though a banner of liberty
This proclamation waves perfectly
It's for everyone- we're meant to be
Raised in honored homes committedly
Parenting involves great sacrifice
When there's selfishness- who pays the price?
And if there's a change- a "tolerance"
Who is brunted with the consequence?
Our precious children... who are now confused
The family has changed- as pawns they are used
Our Heavenly Father provides us with vision
And proclaims to the world the home's mission:
The family is in need of scaffolding
Held up by daily prayers they are holding
And, weekly there should be one evening
Set aside for home and believing
Each member should feel they are cherished,
Known, and loved by their brother, Jesus
His message to all cannot be ignored or denied
"Love one another-For you I suffered. I died!"
We must now measure, we must fulfill
And live according to the Father's will
What matter's the most, lasts the longest
Believe this... With God and family we endure life's test
(For He's counseled families how to be their strongest)
Elder M. Russell Ballard
What Matters Most is What Lasts Longest
November 2005 Ensign
Congratulations Courtney you passed the
State Boards! And, I wrote this in the car, waiting,
while you took the test! 4/24/08
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