In Proverbs it states: "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." It is a challenge at times to see children grow and make choices that may not be the best ones for them. This is particularly the case when we have put forth our best efforts to teach them principles of true happiness when they are young, only to see them drift away later in life. But The Book of Mormon reminds us of the hope that these memories may affect them positively at a future date. An example of this is the case of Alma the senior for his son Alma, who came back to the fold during a desperate experience and following intense prayer and fasting on his behalf. As with Alma, the possibility of the Holy Ghost reigniting early childhood lessons in the hearts of wayward youth is a common occurance.
Alma 36:17 And it came to pass that as I was thus racked with torment, while I was harrowed up by the memory of my many sins, behold, I remembered also to have heard my father prophesy unto the people concerning the coming of one Jesus Christ, a Son of God, to atone for the sins of the world.
LESSON LEARNED: We should never underestimate the importance of diligent gospel instruction and example for our children. The rewards may not be immediate, and may even be a source of salvation later in life.
FEEDBACK: HAVE YOU HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO WITNESS THIS IN SOMEONE YOUR KNOW?
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