Proclamation Statement #21: "Established and Maintained on Principles"

"Successful marriages and families are established and maintained on principles of faith, prayer, repentance, forgiveness, respect, love, compassion, work, and wholesome recreational activities."

This continues yesterday's statement about the universal principles that help families to be happy and successful. Today's statement is more specific. These principles encourage selflessness, a connection with God, a connection with something bigger than ourselves, and a balance of the whole self. Children and parents all benefit when guided by such principles, and I am grateful to see so many examples of such families.