My Family in the Family Proclamation

The first commandment that God gave to Adam and Eve pertained to their potential for parenthood as husband and wife. 

We declare that God's commandment for His children to multiply and replenish the earth remains in force.

Each is a beloved spirit son or daughter of heavenly parents, and, as such, each has a divine nature and destiny. 

Parents have a sacred duty to rear their children in love and righteousness,

to provide for their physical and spiritual needs,

to teach them to love 

and serve one another, 

and to observe the commandments of God

Successful marriages and families are established and maintained on principles of faith, 

prayer, repentance, forgiveness, respect, love, compassion, 

 work, 

and wholesome recreational activities. 

Happiness in family life is most likely to be achieved when founded upon the teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ.