How to Stop the Crying Child from Crying

In a newly married family, it is crucial to establish foundations of roles, money, time, expectations, etc. Because how you do things at stage one sets the pattern for your lifelong marriage. One thing that must be discussed is how to deal with conflict/disagreements. We read Doctrine and Covenants 121:41-45 in class as a guide to having a happy home. Verse 43, “reproving betimes with sharpness, when moved upon the Holy Ghost” was talked about in a way I had never thought of before. We must correct seasonally or at the right time (betimes), with precision (sharpness), and of course only when moved upon by the spirit. Anger for the majority of time is the driving force of correction. The spirit isn’t with us if we’re angry. Just think of how many crying children, broken families, lost friendships, and inactive members would disappear if we were to follow the Lord’s counsel.

“When is the last time you kneeled down to pray before criticizing someone?” -- Brother Williams