It’s no surprise that we live in a day and age where wickedness abounds. I recall Richard G. Scott, a former apostle of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, state the fact that church and government use to be more aligned in principle. However, the government has gradually taken a turn off course and continues to head in an opposite direction taking on worldly views and embracing public opinion. An example of this is shown in the Supreme Court ruling of same-sex marriage that was passed in 2014. A total of 9 Justices were to determine our fate. There were four that argued against this law however, five argued for the law to be passed.

 In contrast, as members of the church, we are blessed to have a living prophet and apostles that teach us correct principles and standards set by the Lord that will always remain constant. In, “The Family A Proclamation to the World,” it clearly states, “…Marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God…” I love the words of our living prophet who said, "There is great power in a strong partnership. True partners can achieve more than the sum of each acting alone. With true partners, one plus one is much more than two…And in marriage, a husband and wife can form the most significant partnership of all—an eternal family."

I strongly believe that as we put our best efforts into our marriages and families, we will be able to resist the evils around us and stand firm in our beliefs. It is also our responsibility to speak out on this issue regarding the sanctity of marriage. We will be faced with varying degrees of opinion but we must believe in and uphold marriage and family as these relationships are the most important.  It will be well worth the effort now and forever.

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