Education

My Position on Education

I echo the words of Sister Mary N. Cook, "“You must get all of the education that you possibly can. …" In our home we call this, "life long learners." I believe that education is everywhere and a majority of what we learn including manners, virtuous living and faith should come from good wholesome reading. Our family loves classical literature, it has filled our home with quality learning and valuable discussion. One of our favorite classics which sits at the center of our education is the Book of Mormon. In our family mission statement which we recite daily it states, "We seek liber and exemplify personal and public virtues to ensure our freedoms." I believe education is the key to keeping and enjoying our freedoms.

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1.President Thomas S. Monsons- October 2014 Conference “Guided Safely Home” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2014/10/guided-safely-home?lang=eng

“We are strengthened by the truth that the greatest force in the world today is the power of God as it works through man.”

2.President Henry B. Eyring – Octoer 2014 Conference “Continueing Revelation” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2014/10/continuing-revelation?lang=eng

“We all know that human judgment and logical thinking will not be enough to get answers to the questions that matter most in life. We need revelation from God.”

3. Elder Packer-October 1992 “To Be Learned Is Good If…” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/1992/10/to-be-learned-is-good-if?lang=eng

“They will not be judged on how many degrees they hold or how extensive their schooling may be, but on how well educated they are in those things which are of eternal value.”

4. 3. Elder Packer-October 1992 “To Be Learned Is Good If…” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/1992/10/to-be-learned-is-good-if?lang=eng

“We encourage our youth in every country to get an education. Even if at times it seems hopeless. With determination and faith in the Lord, you will be blessed with success. It is a dream well worth pursuing.”

5. Elder L. Tom Perry-October 2014 “Finding Lasting Peace and Building Eternal Families” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2014/10/finding-lasting-peace-and-building-eternal-families?lang=eng

“The greatest teaching of all must be done by righteous example.”

6. Elder Perry-October 1997 “Receive Truth” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/1997/10/receive-truth?lang=eng

“The acquisition of knowledge is a fundamental part of the Lord’s eternal plan for His children.”

7. Elder Perry-October 1997 “Receive Truth” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/1997/10/receive-truth?lang=eng

“Gaining a knowledge of Him is fundamental to our mortal training. We also need to have a thirst and a desire to become acquainted with the doctrines of the kingdom.”

8. Elder Bednar - October 2014 “Come and See”  https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2014/10/come-and-see?lang=eng#d

“Absolute truth exists in a world that increasingly disdains and dismisses absolutes.”

9. Mary N. Cook-April 2012 “Seek Learning: You Have a Work to Do” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2012/04/seek-learning-you-have-a-work-to-do?lang=eng&query=education

“You must get all of the education that you possibly can. … Sacrifice anything that is needed to be sacrificed to qualify yourselves to do the work of [this] world. … Train your minds and hands to become an influence for good as you go forward with your lives.”

10. Mary N. Cook-April 2012 “Seek Learning: You Have a Work to Do” https://www.lds.org/general-conference/2012/04/seek-learning-you-have-a-work-to-do?lang=eng&query=education

“Be a good student. Arise and shine forth in your schools with hard work, honesty, and integrity. If you are struggling or discouraged with your performance in school, seek help from your parents, teachers, and helpful Church members. Never give up!”