Threats to Marriage (W03)


The Family: A Proclamation to the World states, “…marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God…” The definition of marriage has been understood in the past as two people of the opposite gender uniting together as one. There is so much debate today about what marriage really is. So many people think that marriage can be between any two people who love each other.
                There are multiple people who I am very close to who do not believe the same I do. I don’t agree with what they believe marriage is, or the way they do things, but I can still love them. I have made what I believe well known to all, and they know where I stand on the definition of marriage, but they also know that I love them and always will. The different beliefs I have compared to others does not change the love I have for anyone.
                In “Disciples of Jesus Christ- Defenders of Marriage” by Russell M. Nelson, he stated, “…you will likely encounter increasing debate about the definition of marriage. many of your neighbors, colleagues, and friends will have never heard logical and inspired truths about the importance of marriage as god Himself define it.” This explains exactly what is happening around the world today. The Supreme Court decided a few years ago that marriage can be between any two people and that all states must allow and recognize same-sex marriages. The definition of marriage has been changed and there is so much controversy on this subject. As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, I know what God’s definition of marriage is and I know that there is purpose behind His definition and I will stand by it, while respecting others who may not believe the same way.  

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