Protect our homes
"Mormon's Map" descriptions of the geography of the wars.
Battles were between people either for or against the kingdom of God.
The enemy attacked the edges before the main center of Zarahemla was captured.
The attacks were unrelenting over a period of time.
Dissenters from within the Nephites were most effective in helping the enemies succeed.
The attacks initially gave the Nephites a cause, but eventually they lost sight of their goals.
Modern day dangerous influences
The internet
Tv
DVDs
Cohabitation
Same-sex marriage
Changing roles for mothers and fathers.
Women today
Career goals are announced first.
Motherhood isn't seen as a priority for women anymore.
The message in society seems to be that women should be free to seek their own fulfilment.
Home is often erroneously considered a place from which women need to break free.
Making home a sacred center
Family mealtime.
Family/couple prayer.
Scripture study time as a family.
All of these activities must have purpose and must be disregarded or interfered with.
"Everyday activities in our homes may be simple, but because they are simple, frequent, and repeated they offer important opportunities to build individuals and families."
"Evidence suggests that family meals with parents present contribute to better nutritive intake,15 fewer psychological problems, and less risky or self-destructive behaviors."