dear norah

As I read this quote from Elder Bednar, I felt that it could not more more exact and descriptive of the importance of family prayer, scripture study and family home evening. Your daddy and I have felt very strongly that these three things need to happen daily in order to keep our home protected from the adversary. So when you are a teenager and wonder, as I did, why we take the time- read this. He couldn't have said it better.

“Each family prayer, each episode of family scripture study, and each family home evening is a brushstroke on the canvas of our souls. No one event may appear to be very impressive or memorable. But just as the yellow and gold and brown strokes of paint complement each other and produce an impressive masterpiece, so our consistency in doing seemingly small things can lead to significant spiritual results. ‘Wherefore, be not weary in well-doing, for ye are laying the foundation of a great work. And out of small things proceedeth that which is great’ (D&C 64:33).”

David A. Bednar, “More Diligent and Concerned at Home,” Ensign, Nov. 2009, 19-20