Our Duty to God: The Mission of Parents and Leaders to the Rising Generation

This talk was written by Elder Robert D. Hales and the lesson was given by Ashley Gates.

It is our imperative duty to help youth understand and believe the gospel in a deeply personal way.

Our duty to God in helping the rising generation could be summed up in the following three points:

1. Lead by example

2. Lead by understanding and walk alongside
"Besides showing youth the way by example, we lead them by understanding their hearts and walking alongside them on the gospel path.  To truly understand their hearts, we must do more than just be in the same room or attend the same family and Church activities.  We must plan and take advantage of teaching moments that make a deep and lasting impression upon their minds and hearts."

3. Prepare those around you to participate in the gospel, life, and the world around them.
"An equally important part of fulfilling our parental duty to God is teaching our children the gospel and preparing them to participate fully in the Savior's restored Church."

"The greatest missionary work you will ever do will be in our homes.  Our homes, quorums, and classes are part of the missionary field.  Our children and grandchildren are our most important investigators."