Gospel Principles Never Change

It's Sunday afternoon, and while I'm awaiting each of my 5 children to "check in" with their mother for their Sunday telephone call, I'm reviewing the messages we learned today in church.

We had a change in Bishopric this morning. Who was called as the new Bishop is less important than the why/how. As I review my previous church experiences, when there was a change in Pastors, it was quite often accompanied by an exit/influx of congregational membership. We often followed the minister rather than the message. When I committed myself to my current membership, I committed myself to the message, carried by the messenger. When the new Bishop's name was called, I raised my hand to the square in support of his leadership. I know that this is the man that Heavenly Father has called to lead our congregation for the next period of time. That is very important to me, and gives me much comfort.

We later had a lesson on a talk given by Thomas S. Monson. (and as soon as pig teaches me how to link, I will insert a link to the talk here). Basically, the topic was as my title suggests: Gospel Principles Never Change. However, we should never be complacent. We should continue to grow and gain more knowledge.

Since I carry a notebook in church, and often take notes when in class or during a speaker, I have my notes from the lesson, and wish to share them with you now. President Monson identified four ways to stay close to the principles of the gospel. They are:

1. Hold Family Home Evenings
We all know that the more time you spend with your family, the more close you become to one another through shared (fun/joyful) experiences.

2. Debt
Become, or remain debt-free. Interest will own you, you will work for it and it will take over your life and leave you joy-less.

3. Communicate
We need to become good listeners to our children
Moms need to share the household duties with their children and spouses
We need to be patient, but not indulgent with our children.

4. Example
We should live our lives so our children want to follow our example

The teacher ended with this quote, which I love:

"When God speaks and men obey, the men will always be right."