- What article did you choose to read for your fourth article?
An Ensign to the Nations, a Light to the World (Nov 2003) by President Gordon B. Hinckley
- What were the most important things you learned from the readings?
The most important things that I learned is that we must be brave in standing for what we believe in. I learned that we have just as much of a responsibility as Pres. Hinckley, the former prophet of the Church, to stand for what we believe in. We must stand against the evils of the media today. We must not give up or give in to the many pressures the media puts on us. The Church is more than just gathering together, more than Sunday School, more than even sacrament meeting and temple service. It is the kingdom of God here on the earth and we need to act in a manner that fits that membership.
- How will what you have read influence your actions as a parent and/or teacher of children and youth?
After reading this article, I am now motivated to take a stand against some of the evils in the media today. I have realized that it is not enough to just not participate in certain media but we must also influence other to not see those things as well. I as a future parent and teacher will be very strict as to what internet and TV applications and channels are allowed as many seek to destroy the central unit of the eternal plan, the family. As a teacher, I will send home letters helping parents to be more aware of the dangers of the Internet.
- How can you use what you have learned from the reading to have a positive influence on family and friends?
I will share what I know about the dangers of the Internet with others more than I have previously done. Also as a teacher, I will help the parents to become more aware of the dangers of the Internet. I will also try to find more creative and engaging activities for students that they will be encouraged to do other things and limit their media usage.
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